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Abit AW8-MAX i955X Motherboard Review
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Posted by Donster on: 2005-08-30 14:02:43 901
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By Robert Maloney @ HotHardware
Abit has long been using the OTES name for the customized cooling components installed on their motherboards. And their latest release, the AW8-MAX, combines a number of new methods that are effective, yet produce no noise. Based on the i955X chipset, the AW8-MAX is situated at the top of the Intel food-chain, offering support for dual-core CPUs, DDR2-667 memory, SATA-II RAID configurations, and on-board 7.1 channel hi-def audio. What makes the board stand out from the others are the innovative cooling concepts employed, such as a heatpipe running from the Northbridge to an externally located radiator, and specially designed copper heat strips placed within the board itself. These methods are all passive, meaning no fans are used in the cooling process, which keeps the noise down. Abit is also well known for their overclocking potential, so it will be interesting to see if their OTES cooling system helps or hinders our attempts with the AW8-MAX. There's only one way to find out...
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