M-Tech Laptops launches world's first i7 Clarksfield based
high-end notebooks powered by Intel's new line of i7
Mobile processors
M-Tech
Laptops, the world's leading developer of highly
personalized, high-performance notebook PCs and LCD PCs,
plans to launch its new mobile notebook line-up based on
Intel Calpella in early October. The Calpella platform is
based on Clarksfield processors with four cores that will
be marketed by Intel under Core i7 trademark as well
code-named Ibex Peak-M core logic that will be branded as
Intel PM55.
There
will be two notebook models available: 15.6-inch HD M-Tech
Laptops M8600 and 17.3-inch M8700 based on Intel i7 Mobile
processors, Intel PM55 chipset, DDR3-1333 Memory, NVIDIA's
GeForce GTX 280M, GTX 260M or GTX 3x0M series upgradeable
MXM 3.0 Type B VGA technology. NExt generation VGA
technologies based on NVIDIA and ATI chips are under
development.
Initially
there will be three Intel Core i7 mobile chips supported
based on Intel Nehalem micro architecture 1.60 GHz Core
i7-720QM (45W), 1.73 GHz Core i7-820QM (45W), and 2.0 GHz
Core i7-920XM Extreme (55W). The mobile Core i7 processors
are based on Intel Nehalem 45nm technology and will sport
256KB of L2 cache per core as well as 8MB (800- and
900-series) or 6MB (700-series) of unified L3 cache.
Intel will add more processors to the Calpella lineup in
second quarter of 2010 based on 32nm technology and M-Tech
Laptops intends to support them in its line of Clarksfield
notebooks.
About Intel PM55 Ibex Peak-M Chipset
An Intel Mobile Express Series 5 chipset (PCHM codenamed
Ibex Peak) with Intel's graphics technology that will
allow for optimized decoding/encoding and editing/playback
of H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video used in Blu-Ray Discs and HD
1080p video, optimized for MPEG-2 (DVD) video playback and
editing.
- Integrated memory controller and integrated
PCI express controller remove the need for a Northbridge
and the older FSB (Front Side Bus) technology.
- Direct
connect to Display Port with DPCP as with its predecessor
along with legacy support for HDMI (and HDCP), DVI, and
VGA.
- RAM supported for DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333 and
DDR3-1600 SO-DIMM.
- Gigabit Ethernet LAN controllers
82577LM and 82577LF (codenamed Hanksville).
-
Solid-State Drive and Hybrid Hard Drives support
Both
15.6" M8600 and 17.3" M8700 provide workstation-calibre
performance, powerful graphics capabilities, high
performance storage SATA-300 hard drives and
super-powerful Intel Clarksfield i-7 and i7-Extreme
Processor for high-end computing wherever work or gaming
takes place.
Featuring
choice of LCD displays up to Full HD 1920-by-1080 pixels,
upgradeable NVIDIA GeForce GTX 280M with 1GB of GDDR3
Video Memory and powered by Intel new line of i7 Mobile
and i7 Extreme four-core processor technology, M-Tech
Laptops M8700 also features the largest and fastest
storage capacity on the market today - a whopping 1.5
Terabytes with three physical drives (500GB 7200rpm per
single hard drive) - making it the perfect laptop for
users who demand high performance storage for true
portable gaming and/or workstation-calibre experience.
For the
hardcore PC user (gamer and/or engineer alike), this means
the M-Tech Laptops M8600 and M8700 provide blistering fast
response times that are sure to turn heads.
M-Tech
Laptops M8600 and M8700 support variety of 32-bit and
64-bit operating systems from Microsoft Vista Business or
Ultimate to XP Professional or Windows 7 and up to Linux.
Upgradeable VGA Technology
At the
core of the M8600 and M8700, users can choose between
different NVIDIA or ATi graphics cards: the NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 260M, GTX 280M or ATi Mobility Radeon HD 4870XT with
1GB of GDDR3 for high-performance PC gaming, and NVIDIA
Quadro FX 3700M with 1GB GDDR3 for those looking for a
high-performance workstation class performance.
M-Tech
Laptops M8600 and M8700 use standard MXM 3.0 Type B
specifications with the interface allowing easy
upgradeability to next generation of graphics technology
and allows full exchangeability with both NVIDIA and ATi
VGA technology. By using a consistent mechanical graphics
interface in the form of high-performance MXM, M-Tech
Laptops is able to introduce a variety of innovative PCI
Express graphics solutions as quickly as desktop PC
graphics.
I/O
Ports, Communications and Security
Standard ports
include four USB ver 2.0, one DVI for external display,
one Firewire IEEE1394a, one RJ-45 for 1 Gigabit LAN, one
RJ11 for Modem/Phone, one S/PDIF output; one built-in
microphone and one headphone jack.
There are
also a HDMI output, e-SATA port, Built-in Webcam for Video
Conferencing, HSDPA 3.5G mobile broadband support along
with the WiMax or 802.11n and Bluetooth.
For
security there is integrated fingerprint reader is
accompanied by the TPM Trusted Platform Module and
Kensington security lock.
A high performance,
integrated ExpressCard 34/54 slot adds external peripheral
functionality via the ExpressCard module form-factor.
Upgradeable Processor Technology
Driving the system is Intel Core i7 Mobile or Core i7
Extreme with up to8MB of L3 cache, which delivers
exceptional high-def multimedia, multi-tasking and
multi-threaded performance.
Intel's
1333MHz front-side-bus i7 Mobile processor is
Nehalem-based 45nm chip and its part of Intel's
Clarksfield contains 840 million transistors and will run
at a power envelope of up 55W. That's somewhat higher than
the chipmaker's mainstream thermal design power (TDP) of
35W, meaning that the extra performance will take its toll
on battery life.
This
high-performance CPU allows users to simultaneously run
multiple applications at the same time -- all with
increased performance. Performing tasks such as burning
CDs, reading email messages, editing digital photos and
listening to music all at the same time with no slow downs
means a richer overall experience for the user.
Here is a
list of processors supported in M8600 and M8700:
-
Intel Core i7-920XE Extreme Processor (Clarksfield);
2.0GHz, 8MB L3 cache; 55W TDP.
- Intel Core i7-820QM
Processor (Clarksfield); 1.73GHz, 8GB L3 cache; 45W TDP.
- Intel Core i7 i7-720QM Processor (Clarksfield); 1.60GHz
6MB L3 cache, 45W TDP
Memory
M-Tech Laptops M8600 and M8700 use next-generation, high
speed, dynamic frequency DDR3-1333 or DDR3-1600 SO-DIMM
for laptops that enables customers to make full use of the
significantly reduced power consumption and increased
bandwidth of DDR3.
This
new-generation DDR3 SO-DIMM module for laptops uses the
8-bit pre-fetch design. As it is a double of the DDR2
modules, the clock frequency begins from 800MHz and can be
increased to 1066MHz, 1333MHz and 1600MHz.
Thanks to
the evolution in die processes to 75nm technology DDR3
modules offer a significant reduction in terms of power
consumption, as they take advantage of DDR3's 1.5V supply,
compared to 1.8V with DDR2. By incorporating additional
optimizations, DDR3 SO-DIMMs even reduce the power
consumption by at least 30 and up to more than 50 percent
compared to today's mainstream DDR2 modules, depending on
the SO-DIMM capacity. Indeed, the laptop's battery life
can be extended. Furthermore, the DDR3 SDRAM devices offer
data transfer rates of up to 1.600 Mb/s (Mbit per second).
This doubles the maximum data transfer rates of today's
DDR2 memories, and significantly boosts also the
performance of mobile PCs.
This
DDR3-1333 SO-DIMM for laptops uses high-quality genuine
die from original manufacturers packaged with the FBGA
(Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array) technology to deliver better
cooling and electrical performances. The ODT
(on-die-termination) can effectively ensure signal
integrity by reducing signal feedback when the module is
running at high speed.
With ASR
(auto self-refresh) design, it intelligently reduces the
refreshing frequency of memory modules thus effectively
reduce the temperature and power consumption of the module
to conserve energy.
Physical
Dimensions & Weight
The M8600 measures 374mm (W) x
263mm (D) x 42mm (H) (14.96"x10.52"x1.68") and weights
under 3.3kg (7.26lbs). The M8700 is 412x279x39-48mm
(16.48x11.16x1.56-1.92inch) and weights 4kg or 8.8lbs.
Full Upgrade Ability and Full Customization
M-Tech
Laptops notebooks are built on a customized basis so that
users can select the individual configurations they
require. M-Tech Laptops systems offer stylish all-in-one
design, superb performance, upgrade ability and latest
computing technology. All M-Tech Laptops mobile
workstations are fully upgradeable including Hard Drive
(Hard Drives), memory, optical drives, processors and
graphics to prolong their lifespan.
Future Model Sneak Peak T8900M
Description:
MTECH T890M is shock resistant
designed to IP54 specifications RUGGED Tablet with
splash proof and dust proof enclosure in very
compact die-cast magnesium chassis for harsh
environment and to take a beating (i.e. drop
resistant from 120cm/4ft). Everything is nicely
sealed, the body is thick enough to accommodate
multiple internal communications devices including
GPS, WLAN, RFID or 2D BarCode Reader. Large
capacity battery allows for up to 10 hours of
operation.
Display:
8.9-inch
WSVGA 1024-by-600 TFT LCD; Resistive Touch Screen;
LED backlight; Sunlight readable
Base Spec:
IP54 water and dust proof; shock resistant;
durable magnesium alloy design; for harsh
environment
Intel Atom Processor Z520/Z530/Z540;
1.33/1.60/1.86GHz; FSB533; 512KB L2 cache
Intel US15W chipset with built in Graphics
Accelerator 500
up to 2GB of RAM; DDR2-533/677; one 200pin
SODIMM socket
up to 500GB shock mounted Hard Drive;
2.5-inch SATA; HDD drop protection
supports Solid State Drive technology MLC or
SLC
supports Intel HD Audio with built in
microphone and two speakers
5-Direction buttons: Camera/Zoom/Page UP/Page
Down/Menu and Barcode reader button
Built-in 2M Webcam Video Camera; can be
removed if required
Ports: 2-USB2.0; 1-VGA; 1-Headphone;
1-internal Mic; 1-ExpressCard/34; 1-Card Reader;
1xRJ45 LAN; 1-Docking Station; 1-DC-in
6-in-1 Card Reader; SD/Mini-SD/SDIO/MMC/RSMMC
Communications: 10/100M LAN on-board;
Bluetooth V2.1 module; WLAN 802.11b/g; HF RFID or
2D BarCode; GPS module
High capacity Li-Polymer 6600mAh battery; hot
swappable; battery life around 10hours
Size: 1.5kg/3.3lbs Dimensions: WxDxH
239x190x35mm/9.6x7.6x1.2inch
Operating temperature: 0C to 40C; Operating
humidity 20%-80%
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