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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

ASUS P8Z77 M Motherboard WHQL Windows 8 Certification Worlds First

  • ASUS P8Z77-M Motherboard | WHQL Windows 8 Certification | Worlds First

ASUS Motherboard Receives Worlds First WHQL Windows 8 Certification 

Achievement underscores commitment to ensuring motherboard compatibility and stability in preparation for Windows 8 launch

(2012/06/12)
ASUS P8Z77-M Motherboard | WHQL Windows 8 Certification | Worlds First screenshot 1

Building on its innovation and leadership in motherboard design and production, ASUS remains first in bringing customers worldwide the latest technologies and developments, all utilized to their full potential. ASUS has scored another milestone, introducing the first motherboard to be awarded Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certification with the ASUS P8Z77-M. Certification signifies official approval of the product for Windows 8 64-bit usage. Announcements regarding additional ASUS motherboards will follow in due course. All ASUS products undergo strict testing and verification, maintaining the company’s commitment to attaining certification towards providing customers the best experiences, stability and reliability. These principles are especially critical when preparing for the arrival of an entirely new operating system, leading to extensive hardware and software product trials. Customers can expect to enjoy the new benefits and features of Microsoft’s next generation operating system, while also having access to easy upgradability and hassle-free compatibility with supporting software and drivers.

Benefits of certification

Official WHQL certification shows that ASUS’ efforts with regards to product compatibility result in the most optimized offerings available, indicating to customers that the P8Z77-M offers the best compatibility with Windows 8 and utmost system stability across a wide diversity of hardware configurations and application types.


ASUS P8Z77-M Motherboard Overview and Technical Specifications

Your Next Micro ATX Z77 Build with Precise Digital Power Design, Independent Fan Control and up to 60% Hybrid Graphics Boost


  • USB 3.0 Boost - Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with UASP
  • USB BIOS Flashback - Simple Plug & Press - Hardware-based BIOS Flashback
  • CrossFireX Support!
ASUS P8Z77-M Motherboard | WHQL Windows 8 Certification | Worlds First screenshot 2

Specifications

CPUIntel® Socket 1155 for 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors
Supports Intel® 22 nm CPU
Supports Intel® 32 nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
ChipsetIntel® Z77
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 
GraphicIntegrated Graphics Processor
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI/RGB ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 @ 75 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1696 MB
Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™
Multi-GPU SupportSupports AMD CrossFireX™ Technology
Supports LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP Technology *1
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 *2
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode, black)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x1
1 x PCI
StorageIntel® Z77 chipset :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), blue
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology *3
LANRealtek® 8111F, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
AudioRealtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *4
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
USB PortsIntel® Z77 chipset : *5
4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
Intel® Z77 chipset :
10 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black, 6 at mid-board)
Overclocking FeaturesOverclocking Protection :
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Special FeaturesASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 4 +1 Phase Power Design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility
TurboV
GPU Boost
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- USB BIOS Flashback
- MemOK!
- AI Suite II
- Ai Charger
- Anti-Surge
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- Network iControl
- USB 3.0 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert+
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
Back I/O Ports1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DVI-D
1 x D-Sub
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.0
4 x USB 2.0
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
3 x Audio jack(s)
Internal I/O Ports1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin)
3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x TPM connector(s)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (4 -pin)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button(s)
AccessoriesUsers manual
I/O Shield
1 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
1 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1)
BIOS64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS,
ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
ManageabilityWfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME
Support DiscDrivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form FactoruATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
Note*1: LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating systems.
*2: PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors.
*3: Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows 7 operating systems.
*4: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output.
*5: The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions.
*6: Due to Intel® chipset limitation, P8Z77, P8H77 and P8B75 series motherboards do not support Windows® Vista operating system.





ASUS P8Z77-M PRO Motherboard Overview and Technical Specifications

Your Next Micro ATX Z77 Build with Precise Digital Power Design, Independent Fan Control and up to 60% Hybrid Graphics Boost


  • Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM
  • USB 3.0 Boost - Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with UASP
  • USB BIOS Flashback - Simple Plug & Press - Hardware-based BIOS Flashback
  • Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support!
 ASUS P8Z77-M Motherboard | WHQL Windows 8 Certification | Worlds First screenshot 3

Specifications

CPUIntel® Socket 1155 for 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors
Supports Intel® 22 nm CPU
Supports Intel® 32 nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
ChipsetIntel® Z77
Memory4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 
GraphicIntegrated Graphics Processor
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI/RGB ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports RGB with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 @ 75 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1696 MB
Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™
Multi-GPU SupportSupports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology *1
Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology
Supports LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP Technology *2
Expansion Slots2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8) *3
1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode, black)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x1
StorageIntel® Z77 chipset :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), blue
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology *4
ASMedia® ASM1061 controller : *5
2 x eSATA 6Gb/s port(s), red
LANRealtek® 8111F, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
AudioRealtek® ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- Absolute Pitch 192kHz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
USB PortsASMedia® USB 3.0 controller : *6
2 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue)
Intel® Z77 chipset : *6
4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
Intel® Z77 chipset :
8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, black, 6 at mid-board)
Overclocking FeaturesOverclocking Protection :
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Special FeaturesASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM :
ASUS TPU :
- Auto Tuning
- TurboV
- GPU Boost
- TPU switch
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8 Phase Power Design
(6 -phase for CPU, 2 -phase for iGPU)
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- USB BIOS Flashback
- MemOK!
- AI Suite II
- Ai Charger+
- Anti-Surge
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- Network iControl
- USB 3.0 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert+
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Tuner
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
Back I/O Ports1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DVI-D
1 x D-Sub
1 x HDMI
2 x eSATA 6Gb/s
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
4 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
6 x Audio jack(s)
Internal I/O Ports1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin)
3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x TPM connector(s)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (4 -pin)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button(s)
1 x TPU switch(es)
1 x EPU switch(es)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button(s)
AccessoriesUsers manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x SLI bridge(s)
1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1)
BIOS64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS,
ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information
ManageabilityWfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME
Support DiscDrivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form FactoruATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
Note*1: With 2 PCIex16 graphics card.
*2: LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating systems.
*3: PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors.
*4: Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows 7 operating systems.
*5: These SATA ports are for data hard drivers only. ATAPI devices are not supported.
*6: The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions.
*7: Due to Intel® chipset limitation, P8Z77, P8H77 and P8B75 series motherboards do not support Windows® Vista operating system.





Data taken from http://www.asus.com/News/1hsCX2BjGQwBOhRe/, http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_1155/P8Z77M/ and http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_1155/P8Z77M_PRO/ (accessed on June 13 2012)

Shut Down Windows With Other Way Win XP User



If you have not been able to solve the problem shut down too long, maybe you can try this trick too.

Do I press Ctrl + Alt + Delete on your keyboard, then click on the tab "Shut Down" at the top of the Task Manager and select what you want:
  • Stand By
  • Hibernate
  • Turn Off
  • Restart
  • Log-off
  • Switch User

To Shut Down the computer select Turn Off .. and in a few seconds you will be Shut Down Windows!

Please see the diagram below>

Monday, May 20, 2013

ASUS Eee PC 1008HA with Windows 7

We were one of the first to bring you a review of the thin and light Eee PC 1008HA "Seashell" netbook. We decided to take a second look at this popular ultraportable now that ASUS has re-released it with Windows 7 Home Premium. Can a new operating system turn a netbook into a completely new machine? Keep reading to find out.

Our ASUS Eee PC 1008HA features the following specifications:

* Operating System: Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit)
* Processor: Intel Atom N280 Processor 1.66GHz (667MHz FSB)
* Memory: 2GB DDR2 SDRAM (667MHz)
* Storage: 320GB 5400 rpm SATA HDD (plus 500GB Eee Online Storage)
* Display: 10.1-inch diagonal WSVGA+ (1024x600)
* Graphics: Intel GMA 950
* Wireless: Broadcom 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
* Expansion: 4-in-1 media card slot
* Ports and connectors: (2) USB 2.0 ports, proprietary VGA adapter, power connector, RJ-45/Ethernet (Gigabit), stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, 1.3 megapixel webcam
* Dimensions (H x W x D): 0.75-1.20 x 10.3 x 7.0 inches (including feet)
* Weight: 2.4 lb (not including weight of AC adapter).
* Power: 3-cell Lithium-Polymer battery
* Warranty: One-year standard warranty
* MSRP: $479.99

Build and Design
Nothing has changed in terms of the build or design between the original Eee PC 1008HA Seashell and this update. Like the "seashell" name implies, the chassis shape is inspired by the curves of a seashell. The clamshell-like design gives the 1008HA a very clean and distinct appearance. Every port from Ethernet to USB is covered with plastic doors which are probably more decorative than they are protective. ASUS claims this version of the Eee PC is just one inch thick at its thickest point, but that doesnt include the feet on the bottom of the netbook. We measured the maximum thickness at more than one inch, but the 1008HA is still remarkably thin and light.

The glossy black plastics suffer from very little flex and the keyboard is as firm as even the best business-class notebooks on the market. The various parts of the chassis come together with tight seams and good attention to detail. ASUS claims that the plastics used on Eee PC 1008HA are coated with an "Infusion finish" that makes the netbook scratch resistant. I wasnt able to produce any scratches in the plastics during the testing period, but the glossy surface is extremely prone to fingerprint smudges which make this brand new netbook look a little dirty after just a few minutes of use. The 1008HA is also available in white, blue, and pink ... in case black isnt your color of choice.

ASUS uses the same keyboard design on the 1008HA update that is 92% of a full sized keyboard, which is a nice improvement over some of the older Eee PC netbook keyboards. The gesture-based Synaptics touchpad is likewise pretty large for a netbook. If ASUS made any obvious sacrifices with the design of the 1008HA then those sacrifices are related to making this netbook as thin as possible. Ill explain later in the review.

Screen and Speakers
The new Eee PC 1008HA Seashell uses a fairly standard LED-backlit display panel with a 1024x600 native resolution. The glossy screen surface helps to improve color and contrast, but glare and reflections indoors under strong lights or outdoors under direct sunlight can be a problem. Although the 1024x600 resolution is far superior to the old 800x480 screen resolution on the original Eee PC, I was a little disappointed that ASUS didnt use a higher resolution display on the Eee PC 1008HA. Considering that several other manufacturers such as HP and Dell are offering netbooks with 1366x768 screens the display on this netbook just seems a little underwhelming. Vertical viewing angles are average with some color distortion when viewing from below and some over-exposed colors when viewed from above. Horizontal viewing angles are better with colors staying accurate at extremely wide viewing angles; you wont have trouble sharing a YouTube video with friends using this display.

The built-in speaker performance on the Eee PC 1008HA is extremely good for a 10-inch netbook. Im not a fan of the location of the built-in speakers since theyre located on the bottom front edge of the 1008HA, but the audio quality is quite good. The speakers produce excellent volume (enough to fill a small room) and there is minimal distortion even at higher volume levels. The speakers lack much bass, but the range of highs and midtones are perfectly enjoyable.

Granted, most audiophiles will want to use external speakers or headphones for a better listening experience ... but the built-in speakers work well in a pinch. The audio output from the headphone jack is free of any obvious distortion and worked fine with the earphones and external speakers I used during the testing.

Keyboard and Touchpad
As previously mentioned, the 1008HA update uses the same keyboard that is 92% of full size. The keys are slightly smaller than the keys on an average notebook but the spacing between the keys is quite limited. If you prefer the shape and feel of traditional keys then youll probably like the new keyboard. That said, I personally prefer the "Chiclet" style keyboard used on the ASUS Eee PC 1000HE since there is more space between the keys to prevent me from accidentally hitting the wrong key. Still, the keyboard on this netbook is quite usable and should be perfectly fine for typing quick emails or editing documents while traveling.

The Synaptics touchpad used on the 1008HA is a gesture-enabled model that allows you to use multi-figure gestures such as "pinching" your fingers together or "pulling" your fingers apart to zoom in or out. You can also use a "three-finger tap" as an alternative to a right click on a mouse. The Synaptics control panel in Windows also allows you to customize these gestures as well. The touchpad surface is covered in dots that provide a clear indication of the edges of the touchpad, but this also makes the touchpad surface too rough for quick finger movement. The left and right touchpad buttons are located beneath a single rocker-style button, but with no separation between the left and right side its easy to accidentally press the middle of the touchpad button when youre trying to press the left or right side. The touchpad buttons have extremely shallow feedback, so it isnt always easy to feel when you have or have not pressed a button.

ASUS also included a number of dedicated buttons and keyboard shortcuts to make life easier. Theres a dedicated wireless on/off button, touchpad on/off, as well as FN keyboard shortcuts for screen brightness, video output, volume, and Windows task manager.

Input and Output Ports
In terms of port selection the Eee PC 1008HA remains pretty basic. You get two USB 2.0 ports, a 4-in-1 media card reader, headphone and microphone jacks, and a special collapsible Ethernet port. The curved door on the right hand side of the netbook flips down to allow a standard Ethernet cable to be connected to the netbook.

Sunday, May 19, 2013

ASUS ET2300 23 AIO PC Series Windows 8 ready

  • ASUS Introduces the Windows 8-ready 23” ET2300 All-in-One PC Series


Get the most from home entertainment with greater power and lifelike audio

2012/10/24
ASUS ET2300 23 inch AIO PC Series | Windows 8-ready screenshot 1
ASUS today announces the ET2300 All-in-One PC Series — a fully-fledged desktop PC with a 23” multi-touch display. With Intel® i7 desktop processors, lifelike audio and user ergonomics all incorporated in its sleek and neat design, the ET2300 is perfect for productivity and home entertainment. The ET2300 has a unique double-hinge design that allows it to be used both as a traditional desktop with an upright display and as a digital canvas that folds flat parallel to the table top. It is the first All-in-One PC with a built-in array speaker and subwoofer, an external subwoofer, and ASUS SonicMaster technology — these enable the ET2300 to deliver incredible acoustic fidelity unheard from other PCs. In addition, Intel® Thunderbolt™, Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi), and USB 3.0 provide flexible and future-proof connectivity.

 


High-performance specifications with ultra-fast connectivity

The ASUS ET2300 is powered by the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7 desktop processor with discrete NVIDIA® GT630M (1GB/2GB) or Intel® HD 2500/4000 graphics for impressive performance. WiDi makes it easy to enjoy audio, video and photos with family and friends through seamless wireless streaming to WiDi-enabled HDTVs. Two Intel® Thunderbolt™ and four USB 3.0 ports provide ultra-fast data transfer speeds and flexible expansion options, while HDMI input turns the ET2300 into an HD display for game consoles and Blu-ray players.

 

10-point multi-touch screen with an innovative hinge design

The ASUS ET2300 has an innovative double-hinge design that allows it to fold flat parallel to the table top for easy and intuitive use of Windows 8 apps on its 10-point multi-touch 23” display. A 178° wide-view angle IPS display ensures clear and vibrant images, making the ET2300 an ideal shared entertainment platform for all family members.

 

The best audio ever on an All-in-One

The ASUS ET2300 is the first All-in-One PC to use an array speaker and an internal subwoofer to deliver an expanded soundstage with immersive, cinematic surround sound. Developed by the ASUS Golden Ear team of audio experts, SonicMaster technology further refines sound quality for a wide frequency range that reproduces every acoustic detail. In addition, the external subwoofer extends bass response by a full octave.

 

ASUS desktops – leading in overall satisfaction with reliability

ASUS desktops reflect a tradition of the finest product quality, innovation, and longevity. Based on PCWorld USA’s 2011 Reliability and Service Survey, users ranked ASUS as the leading choice for Windows-based desktops, citing high satisfaction due to reliability, value, and quiet operation. ASUS desktops received further praise for performance, design, and connectivity.
Source: www.pcworld.com/article/244481/desktop_pc_reliability_and_satisfaction_dell_and_hp_home_pcs_get_poor_grades.html



ASUS ET2300 23 inch AIO PC Series | Windows 8-ready screenshot 2


ASUS ET2300INTI Overview and Specifications


  • Windows 8 Pro or other editions available
  • 23-inch IPS panel, Full HD 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit display for HD media playback
  • Optimized touch experience through a 10-point capacitive touch display
  • 3rd Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processor delivers greater computing power
  • SonicMaster Technology creates high fidelity sound and incredible aural immersion.
  • Adjustable double hinge for the best viewing angle
  • Array speakers and subwoofer guarantee a richer bass response and powerful volume
  • Easy multimedia streaming with WiDi technology
  • Fast data transfers through Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 

 

Technical Specifications

Operating SystemWindows 8 Pro
Windows 8
Display23.0"(58.4cm), 16:9, Full HD 1920x1080, LED-backlight, 178° wide viewing angle
Touch ScreenMulti Touch
(10 Fingers Touch)
ProcessorIntel® Core™ i7 3770 Processor
Intel® Core™ i5 3330 Processor
Intel® Core™ i3 3220 Processor
ChipsetIntel® B75
GraphicNVIDIA® GeForce GT630M 1GB/2GB
Memory4 GB Up to 8 GB
DDR3 at 1600MHz
2 x SO-DIMM
Storage500GB Up to 2TB SATA Hard Drive
Optical DriveTray-in Supermulti DVD RW 16X
Wireless Data Network802.11 b/g/n or 802.11 b/g/n + WiDi (Optional)
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps
Camera2 M Pixel
AudioSonic Master Premium
Maxx Audio
Speaker1 x 5 W External Subwoofer (Optional)
4 x 1.5 W Internal Spatial Array Speakers
1 x 3 W Internal Woofer
Built-in MicYes
Side I/O Ports4 x USB 3.0
1 x e-SATA(USB2.0 Combo)
1 x 3 -in-1 Card Reader
1 x Headset (3.5mm, Front L/R, SPDIF Combo)
1 x Microphone (3.5mm, Rear L/R, Line In)
Back I/O Ports1 x HDMI-In
1 x HDMI-Out
1 x RJ45 LAN
1 x TV Jack (Optional)
1 x Kensington Lock
2 x Thunderbolt port (optional, host only)
1 x Subwoofer jack (2.5mm)
Card Reader3-in-1: SD/SDHC/MMC
Power Supply180 W Power adaptor
Dimensions572 x 265 x 448 mm (WxDxH)
Weight11.6 kg
ColorBlack
AccessoriesKeyboard+Mouse (Optional)
AC Adaptor
Power Cord
Warranty Card
ASUS AIO Subwoofer (Optional)
Quick Start Guide
TV-TunerOptional


Data taken from http://www.asus.com/News/FI4KyZO2YC6YTCGP/, http://www.asus.com/Allinone_PCs/23_inch/ET2300INTI/ (accessed on Dec 23, 2012)