Genius Ring Mouse 2
When it comes to pointers for the computer there are multiple solutions. Most of them come in the traditional flat on a mouse pad form, but occasionally a company comes up with an innovative way to control the pointer on our screen. Genius has developed a “ring mouse” and I have the pleasure of looking at their second version of this particular design in the Ring Mouse 2. I will look at the device’s versatility and functionality in this review and see how it stacks up not only as a pointer, but also as an alternative solution to our browsing needs.
Asus Maximus V Formula
Let’s be honest, Asus has a whole product line full of good motherboards. So much that it really takes a special motherboard to stand out from the crowd. There has been one specific board that has stuck with me for the past year and a half though, back from when I took a visit to the Asus office and they pulled it out to show me. That motherboard would be the Maximus V Formula. I’m sure you are wondering what made it stand out, especially considering all of the motherboards we have in the office, including boards like the Rampage IV. Well I only have a limited amount of space in the opening; you will have to peek inside our review to find out.
LunchBox 2 Project Build: PSU size DOES matter
Hey guys and girls, if you have been around the site or at some events you may have picked up that I have a thing for small form factor PC builds aka LAN rigs. I’m sure a few of you are laughing thinking about how big of a monster our “Fridge” build is, but that is exactly why it is important to have a rig that you can just grab and go without breaking your back. Last year I put together a rig that we called Lunchbox 2 using a Lian Li PC-TU200. After almost a year I had a few things I was interested in swapping around that I think some of you might be interested in.
Cooler Master N200
One of the biggest down falls to having a smaller form factor case and motherboard has always been lack of room for aftermarket cooling solutions, namely water cooling. Cooler master has released the N series brand of cases, a new line that hopes to tackle the water cooling conundrum that many small form factor users are faced with. The N series is touted as a mainstream computer case aimed at the masses, a simple, cheap solution that will house all of the gaming essentials. And as an enthusiast, it might not be your next rig, but it could very well be a candidate for your next LAN rig or for a budding gamer friend.
Power2U AC/USB wall outlet
As a necessary evil, gadget batteries, require charging from time to time and in this era where gadgets now dominate our everyday life it has become difficult to even find room to even plug them all in. For the most part longer battery life and charging stations have been the answer, but thanks to Newer Technologies there is a much easier solution to this problem and it is as simple as changing the wall outlet you plug everything into already. Follow me as I take a look at the do it yourselfers’ solution to the charging problem, the Power2U AC/USB wall outlet.
The chassis' adjustable HDD rack supports up to three 3.5-inch HDDs as well as two 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs which can be set to face forward or backward. Installation is simplified for users with the included thumbscrews, and the rubber suspension keeps vibration to a minimum.
The front 140mm and rear 120mm fans facilitate the flowing of cool air throughout the system. The side panel gives more cooling options with space for two additional 140mm or 120mm fans. For users who want more, the PC-K56N supports a liquid cooling system with two holes for water tubes protected by rubber covers.
As to be expected from Lancool, the PC-K56N features numerous tool-less characteristics from effortless optical drive mounting to an easy-to-remove detachable front panel. Additionally, the 8 vented PCI brackets require no extra equipment when installing thanks to the thumbscrews.
Cable management is a breeze. Expertly placed and designed cable clamps keeps those in-the-way wires neat and secure. With the cables out-of-the-way, cool air flows unobstructed throughout the Lancool PC-K56N's interior keeping hardware at its optimum operating temperatures.
Specifications:
Model | PC-K56N |
Case Type | Mid tower chassis |
Dimensions | (W) 210mm x (H) 472mm x (D) 505mm |
Front bezel Material | Plastic |
Color | Black |
Side Panel | SECC Steel |
Body Material | SECC Steel |
Net Weight | 8.7 KG |
5.25" drive bay (External) | 3 |
3.5" drive bay (External) | None |
HDD bay | 3.5-Inch HDD x3 & 2.5-Inch HDD x2 |
Expansion Slot | 8 |
Motherboard | ATX / M-ATX |
System Fan (Front) | 140mm Fan x 1 |
System Fan (Top) | None |
System Fan (Rear) | 120mm Fan x 1 |
I/O Ports | USB 2.0 x 2 / HD Audio |
Maximum Compatibility | VGA Card length: 415mm |
For more on the Lancool PC-K56N:
http://www.lancoolpc.com/en/
Lancool PC-K56N Youtube Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
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