Problem Tonight
Hey my readers, it’s Icarus here.
Now, I promised you all yesterday that I would look out for rumors on possible new hardware that could be the new top-of-the-line product. And I’ve tried researching. Well… that’s if I had Internet that was FAST ENOUGH TO LOAD ONE PAGE…
I’m really sorry guys, my Internet connection is so poor that it won’t load ANYTHING on Firefox, Internet Explorer or any other browser. I’ve tried resetting my router, restarting my Modem(I have wireless Internet in my house), I’ve tried calling my cable company(I have cable, and this problem has been going on for months…)… but my Internet connection just won’t budge.
I don’t even know how this page even loaded, but I got here, so I’m here to say that I am sorry. I will post some good materials, I have some in mind, but just not enough information at the moment. So please, come back tomorrow, and I promise you, you won’t be disappointed 
See you all tomorrow!
~| Icarus
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Overall Value of Intel’s X58 Motherboard
Hey guys, Icarus here. I’ve been talking a lot about the new features of the X58 motherboard lately, but tonight, I”m going to finish the series up and tie up some loose ends by talking about the overall value of the Intel X58 motherboard.
Some of the new features of the Intel X58 motherboard include Triple-channel memory, the addition of the LGA 1366 platform for the new Core i7 Nehalem processors, and Intel’s QPI(QuickPath Interconnect) system. All of these new features add flare to this new motherboard, and it also makes it a fantastic investment if you have the money.
However, this motherboard is not for everyone. There are three factors for this:
1. Money
2. Needs
3. The Future
I’m going to start off by talking about money. Now, just the motherboard and processor costs a minimum of 500 dollars(that’s if you get the cheapest X58 motherboard and the 920, the lowest Core i7 processor). Now, that’s just two components, meaning that if you have a low budget(anywhere under 1000 dollars), you’ve already spent half or more than half of your budget. And that’s just the beginning; you also need some memory(which is still somewhat expensive), and that takes you up to 600 dollars. Now, most people are in the low-budget and mid-budget range, and spending 600 dollars on just three components of their new computer is somewhat ridiculous. Now, if you’re one of the people in the high-budget range… go ahead, buy the combination. You will all watch us drool as we watch you put the computer together and watch how quickly and efficiently the computer carries out your wishes and commands.
Now, the second factor is needs. Right now, the X58 motherboard in combination with the Core i7 and triple-channel enabled memory will absolutely rip apart any competition it has in its way. Now, if you’re out for the best of the best and you have no concern about money, then that’s no problem. However, we also have to think about over-performance. Over-performance is basically where your computer is too good for whatever you throw at it(programs, multitasking, etc.), having more power than you need. Now, if you’re going to play some games and do some Internet-surfing, then you would obviously not need the combination; the processor itself can handle up to 8 threads, and you’ll probably just use one, two threads max. Now, if you’re constantly video-editing, Photoshop-ing, high-quality gaming, and many things at once, then you may want to invest in this combination.
Now, the future. When I talk about “future” I mean in terms of what Intel will be releasing, and when Intel releases new things. I also include things like price and performance. How much longer until Intel releases a new, better processor and motherboard(reformed version)? How much will this new technology cost? Will it fit in your budget? How will these new releases perform compared to the current Core i7 Nehalem processors and X58 motherboards? Well, that’s in store in the future, we will not know until Intel tells us.
Well that’s all for now, and that’s the end of the Intel X58 Motherboard blog series! Hope you guys thoroughly enjoyed it. For my next post, I am thinking about researching some press releases on rumors and new technology. I’m sure you guys will all enjoy a breath of fresh air.
And don’t forget to comment about my blog posts, and what you want covered! And also, subscribe to my blog, I will be writing at least one quality article every single day.
Well, that’s all for tonight. See you all later!
~| Icarus
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Intel’s Triple-Channel Memory
Hey guys, Icarus here. A bit off topic, but a few minutes ago, it was just hailing LIKE CRAZY. I wish I could’ve taken a video of it, the rattling from the windows and the whole house was so loud! So much for Sunny San Diego huh? 
Today, I will be talking about another feature of the Intel X58 Motherboard: Triple-channel memory. But to completely comprehend the concept of this new system, first I’m going to explain the basics of dual-channel memory.
The dual-channel memory technology was created based on its predecessor, the single-channel memory. This memory technology began by addressing the relationship between the memory controller and the processor; the processor would process data and create commands, and the memory controller would regulate this flow of data and commands, and sends them into other components such as the actual memory(RAM) and other smaller components(IDE, USB, etc.). Simply put, under the single-channel memory, a processor with a bus speed greater than that of the RAM would cause a “traffic jam” of data and commands in the memory and, consequently, they would not reach all of the components; if all of these commands and data files do not reach the other components, they would not operate, and the processor would have nothing to process.
The dual-channel memory technology was created in order to cope with the higher demands of processors. Now, instead of having a single channel through the memory controller, there are now two, and because of this, RAM can now keep up with the demands of the processors.
Now, because there are processors like INtel’s Core i7 with quad core technology and ridiculous processing speeds, Intel had to create triple-channel memory technology. Simply put, instead of having two channels like dual-channel memory, there are now three; you can install a set of three memory modules into the motherboard, and the motherboard will have more channels to push data and commands to other components.
So there you have it, the explanation of Triple-Channel Memory! But how will this effect us? Well, it won’t effect us at this moment; because DDR3 dual-channel enabled memory can still keep up with Core i7’s processing speeds, having triple-channel enabled memory would just create one more channel that the processor will have when it needs more room to push data and commands. This technology, however, will definitely effect us in the future; as processing manufacturers release more and more high-speed and high-quality processors, dual-channel memory will be unable to keep up with the demands of the new processors, and we will eventually move on to triple-channel memory and maybe abandon dual-channel memory as ancient technology.
Well, that’s all I have tonight. Please, PLEASE leave some comments, I would love to hear what you think about my blogs, and maybe even have a casual conversation going! And don’t forget to subscribe to my blog, I will be writing at least one quality article a day!
See you all later(in my blog ;D ) and good night!
~| Icarus
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Feature of the Intel X58 motherboard: QuickPathInterconnect(QPI)
Hey guys, Icarus is back again with more on some of the new features of Intel’s new X58 motherboard. Today, I’m going to be talking about another feature: the QuickPathInterconnect(QPI) system.
One of the new features that makes this processor interesting is Intel’s new QuickPath Interconnect(QPI) system. The QuickPath Interconnect, or QPI, was created by Intel as a competitor to the HyperTransport system, a similar system AMD uses on its AMD processors and motherboards. Much of the features of the QPI system is similar to that of the HT(HyperTransport) system.
Simply put, the QPI system provides an efficient and quick path between the processor(Core i7 series only) and the motherboard(Intel X58 motherboards only). By providing this link, the QPI system helps the computers save power, operate at tremendous speeds, and allow the Core i7 processors to efficiently work out threads that have been assigned to each core.
The link between the processor and the motherboard is also crucial, because that also means that other components have access to other components connected to the motherboard; for example, the graphics card will have a connection with the processor, the memory will have connection to the HDD, and so on. Because of this, there is much less room for errors; each component connected to the motherboard will have access to other components via an efficient network that allows other components to help fix small, and maybe even large, errors. Also, the QPI system assumes that the memory controller is inside and under the control of the processor.
Now, how does this effect the hardware itself? Well, according to benchmarks with the X58 motherboard and the Core i7 processors, the combination outscored the best processor of its predecessors. Now, does this mean that the QPI system had an effect on it? Probably so. But how much the QPI system affected this performance gap is unknown. It may have been the processor; it may have been the circuit design of both the Core i7 and the X58. But this much is known; the QPI system is a new feature that can make a difference, small or large.
Well, that’s all I’ve got for tonight. Keep coming back, I feel as if I’m on a roll with one comment(Thank you Georgia Stath for being the first comment!!). And I really, REALLY appreciate comments, I love replying to them also. And don’t forget, you can request subjects you want covered through comments!! And don’t forget to subscribe, because I”m going to be writing at least one good article a day to help all of you!
So, see you all later, and have a great President’s Day weekend!
~| Icarus
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The Value of the Core i7, Part 2
Hey guys, Icarus here again on a Saturday night with not much to do, but giving you all, my readers, my analysis on the value of the Core i7!!
Well, I’m going to start this article off by telling you two things that’ll matter to you most: use of your computer, and your budget. Depending on these two things, the value of the Core i7 will vary.
So, I will talk about three levels of budgets for everyone: high-end, middle, and low-end. High end is generally anything above 2000 dollars, middle budget between 1000 and 2000 dollars, and the low-end is… well, you can do the math. Generally, there’re a lot of people in the low-end and middle budget level, and a few people in the high-end budget. For those of you in the high-end… I am jealous. Very.
Now, onto the uses. When I said “uses”, I meant things like Internet surfing, gaming, watching videos, using Photoshop; those kinds of things. Now, if you’re going to just use your custom computer for Internet surfing and light gaming… well, you obviously won’t need a Core i7. I mean, a Core 2 series processor can handle that for ease. Now, if you’re going to multitask like crazy, gaming, Photoshop, many windows open and operating all at once… then you might want to consider the Core i7.
Now, personally, I wouldn’t suggest the Core i7 processors for low-end budget users, even the lowest processor, the 920, simply because of the price right now; because the 920 and the other Core i7 processors are relatively new in the market, they are still expensive; and on top of that, the motherboard costs around 200 dollars. That’s almost 500 dollars alone in just the motherboard and the Core i7 processor! If you’re going to spend that much money on just the two components, you might as well bump your budget up and invest in other high quality parts such as good graphics cards, long-lasting and efficient power supply, and some good memory.
Now, how will the Core i7 effect you, the consumers, in the future? Well, when new Core i7 processors come out, no doubt will Intel drop prices on some of the older ones like the 920 and 940. What would I do? Personally, I’d wait until the prices drop down; these processors are still new and expensive, and if I wanted to step up to a Core i7, I’d have to buy a brand-new motherboard too. So I’m just going to sit tight and wait. Patience is the key!
Well, that should be all for the Core i7 in this series. Tomorrow, I will most likely start talking about another new feature of the Inte X58 motherboard, so stay tuned for much more to come!
And again, please leave comments about my articles, or just to talk to me, because I LOVE comments! And don’t forget to subscribe to my blog, I will be writing at least one new article EVERYDAY.
So, without further ado, see you all later(In my blog :D) and good night! Oh, and for those of you still living in the time zone where it’s still February the 14th… Happy Valentine’s Day!
~| Icarus
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