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A research paper presented to:
Prof. Alma Fernandez
Submitted by:
Paler, Jade Bernardine B.
BSIT 2-1

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ASUS X99-DELUXE II MOTHERBOARD

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ASUS X99-Deluxe II Motherboard

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Manufacturer & Sponsor: ASUS

Date: July 13, 2016
Product Name: X99-Deluxe II
Part Number: X99-Deluxe II
Warranty: 3 Years
The ASUS X99-Deluxe II motherboard is the model you buy when
you want everything. It is the most feature-filled model in the
company's LGA2011-v3 lineup, and with a retail price of about
$420USD/$540CAD. It is aimed at the higher end of the market. It
is clearly a direct descendant of the original X99-Deluxe.
Hardware Application / How does Asus X99 Deluxe II
works?
When new processors are launched, new motherboards are
launched. It's a ritual that goes back decades now. While
Broadwell-E's compatibility with the LGA2011-v3 platform means
that we haven't been blessed with a new chipset, that doesn't
mean there isn't anything to look forward to on the motherboard
front. The second generation X99 motherboards that have
recently launched represent the very best that motherboard
manufacturers can create when largely unrestrained from pesky
PCI-E lane limitations and considering the fact that there's been
an almost two year gap between the first generation models and
these new releases, we expect them to be even better than their
predecessors...which weren't slouches in their own right.

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HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE:

Five (5) physical PCI-E x16 slots

3-way CrossFire and 3-way SLI capabilities
PCI-E x1 slot
M.2 x4 connector
Two (2) U.2 connectors
SATA Express ports
Eight (8) SATA 6Gb/s ports (plus the two on the SATAe port)
Three (3) USB 3.1 Type-A ports
USB 3.1 Type-C port
Four (4) USB 3.0 ports
Four (4) USB 2.0/3.0 headers
Two (2) Intel-powered Gigabit LAN ports
Thunderbolt 3.0 header
Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi module with Bluetooth v4.0
Realtek's latest ten-channel HD audio controller
Diagnostic LEDs
ThunderboltEX 3 expansion card
Hyper M.2 x4 Mini adapter
Fan extension card with an included thermal probe
DDR4 memory wise can handle up to 128GB of RAM and
been certified for memory speeds up to DDR4-3300

ASUS X99-DELUXE II MOTHERBOARD ACCESSORIES:

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SEAGATE ENTERPRISE CAPACITY V5 8Tb

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Seagate Enterprise Capacity v5 8TB

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Author: AkG
Date: July 11, 2016
Product Name: Enterprise Capacity 3.5 v5 8TB Review
Part Number: ST8000NM0055
Warranty: 5 Years
Seagate Enterprise Capacity 3.5 v5 8TB is one such model that
fits this perceived need to a veritable T. Unlike Western Digital,
Seagate has deftly avoided the exotic route for the latest refresh
of their EC series. There isnt any helium used and there arent
seven platters crammed into a chassis that was designed to
house a mere six platters.
Hardware Application / How does Seagate Enterprise
Capacity v5 8TB works?
Without exotic silver bullets to rely upon to reach its capacity
threshold, Seagate had to do things the old fashioned way and
simply increased the aerial density of the platters. As such the
8YB version uses six platters (and twelve heads) just like the
previous EC 3.5 v4 model, but the aerial density has been boosted
from 1TB per platter to a whopping 1.34TB per platter. This makes
the Seagate EC 3.5 v5 one of the most advanced classic hard
drives available today. The Enterprise Capacity V5 lineup is meant
for the most demanding of scenarios that would make a standard
Western Digital RED curl up into a ball and bite its pillow.
Unfortunately, the traditional approach also leads to it consuming
more electricity, producing more heat, and

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generally being louder than any other 8TB 5,400RPM model. But
will the potential downfalls matter to business-minded buyers who
will
likely install these drives in offsite clusters? Many of them will be
more than happy to trade a bit of noise, power and heat for
proven technology, a long warranty, huge MTBF numbers and the
performance allowed by a 7200RPM rotational speed.

Hardware Architecture:
Utilizes the tried, tested and true Perpendicular Magnetic
Recording (PMR) technology
Classic 7,200RPM hard drive
Uses a state of the art chassis that allows for much more
internal room than in the typical 3.5 model
A mere 1.3 watts of typical power consumption per Terabyte
of capacity

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Seagate Enterprise Capacity v5 8TB

Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming

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Author: SKYMTL
Date: July 5, 2016
Product Name: GTX 1080 G1 Gaming 8GB
Part Number: GV-N1080G1 GAMING-8GD
Warranty: 3 Years
Hardware Application / How does Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1
Gaming works?
The Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming offers up a Based and Boost
clock that notably exceeds NVIDIAs reference specifications.
Compared against the Founders Edition we expect the gap to be
even greater since Gigabytes advanced Windforce 3X heatsink
should help keep those frequencies consistent in situations where
the FE struggled. Unfortunately, memory speed remain at 10Gbps
but this was likely done to insure adequate yields on this
particular SKU.
Hardware Architecture:
1751MHz and 1860MHz Base / Boost frequencies make this
card one of the fastest at its respective price point
Memory speed remain at 10Gbps
Fully controllable RGB LED
Custom PCB with upgraded components and a binned core
which is supposed to offer more overclocking headroom

Gigabyte GTX 1080 G1 Gaming

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Radeon RX480 8GB

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Author: SKYMTL
Date Released: June 15, 2016
Product Name: RX480 8GB

The first step in AMDs road to success is the RX480 a card based
off of the Polaris architecture and a GPU that weve already
covered. Truth be told the path leading to this day has been an
interesting one since, unlike previous launches, fits and spurts of
information about Polaris and the RX480 have been available for
some time.

Hardware Application / How does Radeon RX480 8GB

works?

Hardware Architecture:

Radeon RX480 8GB

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PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 Bundle

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Author: SONY
Date Released: November 15, 2013
Product Name: PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 Bundle

In the short term, this will allow for a much closer relationship
between the PC and the console than ever before. Games will be
easier port, encouraging the proliferation of multi-platform
releases (already a common sight), and apps and services once
restricted to PC will start to appear in the living room on home
consoles. The Xbox One shows particular promise in this regard
because it runs a Windows kernel, which means developers
should find writing software for Microsofts console familiar.
A longer view opens even greater potential and questions
whether the PC and console should even be treated as separate
platforms. Might a game be played on a PC, saved in the cloud,
and then finished on a console? Could developers start selling an
all-access pass that provides a version for every platform at the
same price? Might multi-player finally span platforms, rather than
separating console and PC players into their own playgrounds?
And who will be first to hack Windows or Linux onto a PS4 or Xbox
One? The answers to these questions could completely change
how gamers play.

Hardware Application / PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 Bundle

works?

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PS4 enables the greatest game developers in the world to unlock their
creativity and push the boundaries of play through a platform that is tuned
specifically to their needs.
Engage in endless personal challenges between you and your
community, and share your epic moments for the world to see.
Gamers can share their epic triumphs by hitting the "SHARE button" on
the controller, scan through the last few minutes of gameplay, tag it and
return to the game.
With PS Vita, gamers will be able to seamlessly play PS4 games on the
beautiful 5-inch display over Wi-Fi in a local environment.

Hardware Architecture:

Main Processor:
Single-chip custom processor
CPU: x86-64 AMD 'Jaguar' 8 cores
GPU: 1.84 TFLOPS, AMD next-generation Radeon based graphics
engine
Memory:
GDDR5 8GB
Hard Disk Drive:
Built-in

Optical Drive (read only):

BD 6xCAV
DVD 8xCAV

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I/O and communication:

Super-Speed USB (USB 3.0)
AUX
Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T)
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 2.1 (EDR)
AV output:
HDMI
Analog-AV out
Digital Output (optical)

PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 Bundle

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CORSAIR GAMING K95 RGB

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Date Released: Feb 18, 2015

Product Name: CORSAIR GAMING K95 RGB

The Corsair Gaming K95 RGB mechanical gaming keyboard begins

with the performance of the legendary K95, and adds multicolor
per-key backlighting for virtually unlimited customization. Every
key is backed with a Cherry MX RGB key switch for precise
actuation and superior feel. 122 full key rollover and 100% antighosting ensure accurate gameplay, and the 18 G-keys can hold
up to 108 macros for faster gaming.
Hardware Application/ HOW DOES CORSAIR GAMING K95 RGB
WORKS?

The K95 RGB can have each key assigned its own unique
backlighting color and intensity for virtually unlimited
customization. When the action is fast and furious, microseconds
count, and multicolor key bindings can put you in control of your
game like never before. The intuitive and powerful Corsair Utility
Engine (CUE) software makes it easy to set up sophisticated
animated macros and lighting effects for a visually amazing
experience.

Static lighting

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Change any key on the keyboard to a color and brightness setting

of your choice. You can create, save, and load custom patterns for
your favorite games.
Color cycling
Cycle through multiple colors with your choice of speed and color
palettes. You can set either the whole keyboard to scroll, or just
the keys you want.
Waves and ripples
Customize the color palette, direction, duration, and velocity, and
have the wave flow across the entire keyboard, or just the keys
you want.
Reactive typing
Set up single-key reactive typing, or create a multi-key ripple
effect. You can choose single-layer lighting, where keys light up as
you type, or multi-layer, and have the keys change color.

Hardware Architecture:
Package contents

Corsair Gaming K95 RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Soft touch, detachable wrist rest
Warranty card
Compatibility and System Requirements

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PC with 2 USB 2.0 ports

Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista
An internet connection is required to download the Corsair
Utility Engine software
Technical specifications

100% Cherry MX Mechanical keyswitches

32-bit ARM Processor
Panasonic display controller
Up to 1000 Hz USB report rate
Selectable 8ms, 4ms, 2ms, 1ms, and BIOS mode

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ACER XB280HK
Author: Acer
Date Released: September 2, 2015
Product Name: Acer XB280HK
A 4K monitor is great in theory, but extra pixels wont really
improve gaming if the screen cant keep up with the computers
graphics card. LCD monitors often have fixed refresh rates of
either 60 or 120 Hz, but games rarely deliver frames at a constant
speed, causing image tearing. The 28-inch Acer XB280HK is the
first 4K monitor to include a Nvidia G-Sync board, which allows it
to match rates on the fly with the computers graphics card. This
way, dramatic battle scenes will always look the way developers
intended.

Hardware Application / How does Acer XB280HK works ?

The Acer XB280HK was one of the original and awesome 4K UHD
monitors to become available to and made for gamers who want
to try their luck at 4K PC gaming. Of course, when the monitor
was first released back in summer of 2014, the overall 4K PC
gaming landscape was much less developed than it is now and 4K
monitors were less common than today.
Nonetheless, despite a considerably price decrease between mid2014 and now in mid-2015, the XB280HK remains an excellent 4K
Monitor and an excellent gaming monitor in particular. It may lack
some of the more modern features of a few newer 4K displays but
it does come with Nvidias excellent G-Sync technology and this
alone makes it worthy of consideration for those of you who are

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interested in a gaming PC with 4K display and a reasonable price

tag.

Hardware Architecture:

Dimensions: (WxHxD):
25.9" x 15" x 2.5" inches
without stand/ 25.93" x
21.99" x 9.63" with stand
Screen size: 28 inches,
measured diagonally

Screen type: TN

Contrast ratio: 1000:1

Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Refresh Rate: 60Hz

Screen Lighting: LED

Colors: 16.7 million (8

bit)

Brightness: 300 cd/m2

Response time: 1 ms
grey-to-grey

Resolution: 3840 x 2160

OS Compatibility:
Windows

Connectivity Ports: 1 x
DisplayPort 1.2, 4 x USB
3.0, Headphone out

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APPLE MAC PRO

Date Released: December 19, 2013
Product Name: Apple Mac Pro
Normally when a designer or video editor is hard at work,
everyone nearby can tell: The computer is running at a scream
and heating up the area in the process. A radical redesign makes
the Apple Mac Pro the first high-performance PC that packs
tremendous horsepower into a quiet, 9.9-inch-tall cylindrical body
one eighth the volume of its predecessor. Instead of adding heat
sinks and fans for each processor and graphics carda typical
layout that adds a lot of bulk and noiseengineers built the Mac
Pro around an aluminum thermal core with a single fan at the top.
The configuration cuts the towers decibel level in half. Apple
computers have long been a proving ground for innovative design
(how many MacBook Air clones have you seen today?), so dont
be surprised if future desktops borrow this arrangement.
Hardware Application / How does Apple Mac Pro works?
The first-generation Mac Pro has a rectangular tower case which
outwardly resembles the last version of the Power Mac G5, and
has similar expansion capabilities. The first Mac Pro has
dual Dual-core Xeon Woodcrest processors. It was replaced by a
dualQuad-core Xeon Clovertown model on April 4, 2007, and
again on January 8, 2008 by a dual Quad-core
Xeon Harpertown model.[1]The 2012 Mac Pro is largely based on a
model that was announced on July 27, 2010. It
features Nehalem/Westmere architecture Intel Xeon processors.
These CPUs offer optionally twelve processing cores. The machine
itself at its most evolved is able to accommodate up to four 2 TB
hard disk drives or 512 GB solid state drives, as well as the ATI
Radeon HD 5770/5870 GPU units, one per slot.[2]

The second-generation design of Mac Pro was announced at the

2013 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) opening
keynote on June 10, 2013. Apple states that the new Mac Pro
achieves twice the overall performance of the last model. [3] The
redesigned Mac Pro takes up less than one eighth the volume of
immediately previous model, being shorter (9.9 inches (25 cm)),
thinner (6.6 inches (17 cm)) and less massive (11 pounds
(5.0 kg)). The machine supports one central processing unit (CPU)
(up to a 12-core Xeon E5 CPU), four 1866 MHz DDR3 slots, dual
AMD FirePro D series GPUs (up to D700 with 6 GB VRAM each),
and PCIe-based flash storage. There is updated wireless
communication and support for six displays. Reviews have been
generally positive, with caveats.

Hardware Architecture:
Dimensions
Weight
Processor
RAM
Graphics
Storage
Networking
Ports

9.9 x 6.6
11 pounds
3.7 GHz Quad-Core, Intel
Xeon E5
12GB DDR3 ECC memory
Dual AMD FirePro D300
GPUs
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
4 USB 3, 6 Thunderbolt, 2
Gigabit Ethernet,
HDMI 1.4

Operating
System

OS X Mavericks

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