NVIDIA Introduces NVIDIA nForce4 SLI Intel Edition MCPs for Intel Platforms

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NVIDIA Corporation, a worldwide leader in graphics and digital media processors, has announced the immediate availability of its new NVIDIA nForce4 SLI Intel Edition media and communications processors (MCPs) for Intel platforms. This new line of core-logic solutions incorporates innovative features, including NVIDIA SLI technology, hardware-based firewall security, advanced storage solutions, and native Gigabit Ethernet networking.

The NVIDIA nForce4 SLI Intel Edition MCPs are designed for desktop PCs and motherboards based on Intel Pentium 4 processors for Socket 775, including the upcoming dual-core Intel Pentium processor Extreme Edition and Pentium D processors. These MCPs support NVIDIA SLI technology, which allows users to combine the rendering power of two graphics cards in a single system, resulting in increased performance and unparalleled game play. The MCPs also incorporate features such as NVIDIA DualDDR2 architecture, high-performance design, and NVIDIA QuickSync technology to reduce system latency and maximize system performance.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NVIDIA nForce4 SLI Intel Edition MCPs support NVIDIA SLI technology, allowing users to combine the rendering power of two graphics cards in a single system.
  • The MCPs incorporate NVIDIA's DualDDR2 architecture, providing up to 10.6GB/sec of memory bandwidth and support for DDR2-667MHz memory DIMMs.
  • The MCPs also include NVIDIA's ActiveArmor technology, a hardware-accelerated security firewall solution built directly into the silicon.
  • The MCPs feature NVIDIA MediaShield technology, a robust storage solution that allows end-users to confidently manage, store, and backup their valuable data.
  • The MCPs are designed for desktop PCs and motherboards based on Intel Pentium 4 processors for Socket 775, including the upcoming dual-core Intel Pentium processor Extreme Edition and Pentium D processors.
  • The MCPs are available immediately for the world's leading PC OEMs, system builders, and motherboard manufacturers.

Statistics:

  • Up to 10.6GB/sec of memory bandwidth provided by NVIDIA's DualDDR2 architecture.
  • Support for DDR2-667MHz memory DIMMs.
  • Up to four SATA and four PATA hard drives supported simultaneously.
  • Native Gigabit Ethernet networking.
  • Support for up to 1066MHz frontside bus (FSB).
  • Multiple PCI Express configurations supported.

Sources:

  • NVIDIA Corporation press release, dated April 5, 2005.
  • NVIDIA Corporation Web site, www.nvidia.com.
  • Intel Corporation Web site, www.intel.com.