To: Scumbria who wrote (57820 ) 5/11/1999 2:18:00 AM From: Paul Engel Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1573213
SCUMbria - MORE 3DNOW support from the GRAPHICS Community ! It just keeps rolling in ! The Voodoo3 graphics accelerator, the first graphics product to carry the 3dfx brand, utilizes 2X AGP technology, which takes full advantage of the processing power of the Intel? Pentium III processor. Paul {=========================}newsalert.com StoryId=CnZzzWcSboti2mZu5mtuW&FQ=intel&Nav=na-search-&StoryTitle=intel May 10, 1999 13:57 -3DFX: Immersive graphics now a reality for gamers Jump to first matched term M2 PRESSWIRE-10 May 1999-3DFX: Immersive graphics now a reality for gamers (C)1994-99 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD * Introducing Voodoo3-powered GX-Series systems from Quantex Quantex Microsystems, Inc., the worldwide PC manfuacturer, announced today that it has enhanced its PC systems by including the new Voodoo3TM graphics accelerators from 3dfx Interactive (NASDAQ: TDFX) in its Quantex GX-Series. The GX-Series answers the needs of serious gamers by powering its systems with Voodoo3 2000 and Voodoo3 3000, both of which have been rated by Ziff Davis Testing and Analysis Group as industry-leading 3D and 2D performers. The Voodoo3 graphics accelerator, the first graphics product to carry the 3dfx brand, utilizes 2X AGP technology, which takes full advantage of the processing power of the Intel? Pentium III processor. This new product provides Quantex GX-Series gaming PCs with exceptional graphics, boasting high performance for both 2D and 3D applications. Its multi-texture operations result in outstanding image quality while maintaining resolutions as high as 2046 x 1536 for leading real-world game performance. Additionally, the Voodoo3 3000 provides DVD hardware assistance to ensure a full-motion, 30 frames per second MPEG II playback. "Voodoo3 is a perfect addition to our GX-Series gaming systems. In addition to supporting Direct3D and Open GL, Voodoo3 is fully compatible with Glide 2.X and Glide 3.X, making it compatible with hundreds of gaming titles, more than any other card on the market. This assures our customers that once they purchase a GX-Series system, they will experience blistering performance when playing their favorite games," said Ray Brown, Quantex product manager. Quantex gaming systems come packed with the latest technology available today, including the IntelTM Pentium III processor 500MHz and the Voodoo3 graphics accelerator. To support graphic intensive games and applications, configurations come standard with 256MB of high-speed SDRAM, and a high-performance 20GB hard drive. To complete the multimedia gaming experience, the GX-Series systems include a 6x-max variable speed DVD-ROM drive, a Sony CD-RW drive, Aureal Vortex2 Sound w/ A3D technology, Altec Lansing ADA-305 speakers w/ subwoofer, 21" monitor and a Microsoft Sidewinder Precision Pro Joystick. "3dfx is delighted to see its new Voodoo3 technology included in Quantex multimedia and gaming PCs," said Michael Howse, senior vice president of worldwide marketing at 3dfx Interactive. "The combination of Voodoo3, the Intel Pentium III processor and Quantex computers will deliver leading-edge systems that feature fluid graphics and incredible realism." About Quantex Quantex is a leading global manufacturer of business desktops, workstations, servers, notebooks and home PCs in the direct channel. They have received repeated industry acclaim and multiple awards for customer satisfaction and technical excellence. Setting the standard for quality and value, Quantex is also recognized for consistently being among the first to bring new technologies to market. ISO 9002 certified manufacturing facilities provide further proof of the Quantex commitment to the highest levels of quality and reliability. About 3dfx Interactive 3dfx Interactive develops high-performance, cost-effective 3D media processors, software and related technology that are designed to enable a highly immersive,interactive and realistic 3D experience across interactive electronic entertainment platforms - personal computers, coin-operated arcade systems and location-based entertainment. Current 3dfx Interactive products include the Voodoo family of accelerator chip sets, Voodoo2TM, Voodoo Graphics(r), Voodoo BansheeTM and the new Voodoo3. Visit the company on the Web at 3dfx.com . 3dfx, 3dfx Interactive, and Glide are registered trademarks, and Voodoo3 is a trademark, of 3dfx Interactive. All other names may be trademarks of their respective holders. CONTACT: Christina Erskine, Bastion Tel: +44 (0)171 490 1323 christina@bastion.co.uk *M2 COMMUNICATIONS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR INFORMATION PROVIDED WITHIN M2 PRESSWIRE. DATA SUPPLIED BY NAMED PARTY/PARTIES.*