ASUS India introduces the EAX1300PRO SILENT Graphics Card

ASUS India introduces the EAX1300PRO SILENT Graphics Card

ASUS Extreme AX1300PRO SILENT Graphics Card Provides Exceptional PCIe Graphics with Exclusive thermal technology

ReverseCool Technology Incorporated Fan-less Design for High-Performance Cooling at 0dB

Mumbai, India: March 9, 2006 – ASUSTeK Computer Inc (ASUS), a leading provider of high-quality graphics solutions, today introduced the EAX1300PRO SILENT/TD/256M graphics card. Unlike other models, the chip and the heatsink are placed on the reverse side of the card which facilitates improved airflow and ventilation. The card is not only CrossFire ready, but also features the ASUS patented GPU-on-the-back ReverseCool® Technology, which delivers high-efficiency cooling at absolute quiet 0db. Powered by the powerful ATi RADEON® X1300PRO, and incorporated with various ASUS exclusive features, the EAX1300PRO SILENT/TD/256M provides a superb visual experience.

With the reverse cool technology, the heat sink design is easily visible even after the card is attached in the computer faced down. This is a real gift for the gamers who own chassis with transparent side panels and are eager to display their graphics cards.

“We are pleased to deliver one of the world’s best PCI Express graphics solutions,” said Kent Chien, Director of ASUS Graphics Business. “With the introduction of the EAX1300 Series powered by the RADEON VPU and ASUS cooling technologies, ATI and ASUS are enabling customers to experience the full benefits of PCI Express.”

According to Mr. Jeffery Huang, Business Manager, ASUS India, “In India, people require effective and interesting graphics card designs to enhance their gaming experience. The EAX1300PRO SILENT has the unique GPU on the back technology which is very effective and truly unique.”

ReverseCool – Fan-less and noiseless cooling technology

The Extreme AX1300PRO SILENT/TD/256M adopts a unique cooling solution that positions the GPU (graphics processing unit) and heatsink on the backside of the graphics card, placing them directly in the airflow path of the CPU fan for fast heat dissipation.

Besides providing larger heat exchange area, the extended heatsink takes on a clamshell design, which enables users to open up the heatsink, like a clamshell phone, for enhanced ventilation. By leveraging the CPU fan, the all-new ASUS graphics card is fan-less and operates at 0dB for quiet computing.

In addition to industry-leading specifications, the graphics card also offers exclusive innovations found only on ASUS solutions.

SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology

Built into the driver of ASUS graphics cards, Splendid detects activation and usage of video applications and automatically optimizes image quality for the best visual results. Splendid further provides five modes for best visual results in different video applications (Standard, Game, Theater, Scenery and Night)

GameFace Messenger

It is a user-friendly interface similar to those of the most popular messenger services to streamline the process of inviting multiple players to a gameference (game conference). Gamers can simply register, log on and start the fun. GameFace Messenger is as easy as the free messengers currently in the market.

GameLiveShow

Just like people who share their lives and thoughts on blogs, expert gamers often want to show off their perfectly executed strategies and five-hit combinations. GameLiveShow is created to allow gamers to stream broadcast their gaming experiences live over the Internet. Other players can now go online to check out how the experts really do it.

ASUS GameReplay

Practice makes perfect, and that holds true in gaming as well. For popular LAN (local area network) party team games such as Counter Strike and Unreal Tournaments, strategy is the key to victory. GameReplay records gaming action into MPEG4 video files so that teams can review all the moves and tactics to improve for the next tournament. The recorded files can also be used as screen savers or posted on blogs.

The EAX1300PRO SILENTTD/256M is now available worldwide. For more information, please visit the company homepage at http://in.asus.com

About ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

ASUSTeK Computer Inc., is a leading provider of 3C total solutions. Its product portfolio includes notebooks, motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, information appliances, desktop PCs, servers, wireless solutions, mobile phones and networking devices. With world-class engineering and offices and subsidiaries located in all corners of the world, ASUSTeK provides innovative solutions to consumers, businesses and OEM/ODM customers. The company is the perennial leader of the motherboard and graphics card industries and a top 10 player globally for notebooks, optical drives, broadband modems and a wide range of other product sectors.

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Hardware Specification*

Model: EAX1300PRO SILENT/TD/256M
Graphics Engine: RADEON X1300PRO SILENT
Video Memory: 256MB DDR2
Engine Clock: 600MHz
Memory Clock: 800GHz (400MHz DDR2)
Memory Interface: 128-bit
Max. Resolution: 2048 X 1536
Bus Standard: 16 lanes PCI Express
VGA Output: Standard 15 pin D-Sub
TV Output: Yes
DVI Output: DVI-I
Dual VGA Output: Yes (Via DVI to VGA adaptor )
Adaptor/Cable bundled: S-Video & composite adaptor DVI-to-2nd VGA adaptor

*Specifications are subject to change without prior notice