Computex 2010: Zalman's New Heatsinks, Fans, USB 3.0 Plans & More

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Computex 2010: Zalman Shows New Heatsinks, Fans & More

While we may not be physically able to bring you the latest and greatest from the Computex show floor, Hardware Canucks will be bringing you a series of quick articles which will highlight some upcoming products from various manufacturers.

In this article Zalman details their upcoming lineup which includes new revisions of existing coolers, the addition of high performance fans, a USB 3.0 HDD dock and a power consumption meter. Some power supplies will also be getting a makeover with 80Plus Bronze and Silver models.


Article Index:

Page 1: CPU Coolers: CNPS9900 Max / CNPS5X
Page 2: High Performance Fans / Power Supplies
Page 3: USB 3.0 Docking Station / Power Meter

CPU Coolers

CNPS9900 Max

destined to be the flagship CPU heatsink in the Zalman lineup, this product is the evolution of a tried, tested and true yet distinctive design.

Features

- High Performance Composite Heatpipe Applied
- Powerful Cooling performance (Supports up to 280W Q Max)
- Ultra Quiet 135mm FDB(Fluid Dynamic Bearing) LED Fan
- PWM Fan Speed Control
- Omega(Ω) design for Excellent Cooling of Surround Components
- Black-Pearl Nickel Plating
- Super Thermal Grease ZM-STG2 Included
- Versatile Compatibility
- Heatsink Band Included

CNPS5X

This will be considered one of Zalman's value-oriented heatsinks going into 2010. It features HDT technology and will likely be priced below $40.

Features

- DTH(Direct Touch Heatpipe) Performance Effect
- Minimizing Noise with 92mm EBR Bearing Fan
- Powerful Cooling performance
- Versatile Compatibility
- Easy Installation
- High Performance Thermal Grease
- PWM Fan Speed Control

 

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High Performance Fans / Power Supplies

High Performance Fans

ZM-SF3

A high performance fan representing the next evolution in fan design.

Features:

- Shark Wing Impeller in Accented Blue Colored Casing.
- 5 Shark Fin on Each Fan Blade Create Gentle Airflow with Lower Turbulence
- ELQ Bearing Realize Great Improvement on Noise/Vibration/Efficiency
- New Compound Lubricant for Less Friction of Bearing
- Magnetic Mechanism on Fan Axis Structure For Longer Fan Life.
- Silicone Pad and Pin to Block Residual Vibration.

ZM-F1/F2/F3 FDB

The popular Zalman fan gets an FDB makeover.

Features:

- FDB (Fluid Dynamic Bearing) Case Fan for system cooling.
- Easy to install, anti-vibration Silicone Pins.
- RC56 connector for quiet operation.
- Fan Lifespan : 150,000 hrs.
- 80mm/92mm/120mm available

Power Supplies

ZM500/600-HP PLUS

Zalman's budget PSUs get a redesign for 80Plus Bronze certification.

Features:

- Heatpipe Cooled
- 80PLUS® Bronze Certified
- High Efficiency : 88% Max
- Quad Rail +12VDC Output (Only ZM600-HP PLUS)
- Dual Rail +12VDC Output (Only ZM500-HP PLUS)
- Meet ErP 2010 Lot6 (Energy Related Product)
- Supports 2-way CrossFire X
- (Two 6pin and Two 6+2pin)
- Active PFC for Improved Power Factor
- All Sleeved Cables
- Ultra Quiet 120mm Hydro Bearing Fan
- Modular cable Design
- International Safety and EMC Certifications

ZM850/1000-HP PLUS

Zalman's high-end goes 80Plus Silver.

- Dual Heatpipe Cooled
- 80PLUS® Silver Certified
- High Efficiency : 90% Max
- Quad Rail +12VDC Output
- Meet ErP 2010 Lot6 (Energy Related Product)
- Supports 2-way and 3-way (SLI and CrossFire X)
- (Three 6pin and Three 6+2pin)
- Active PFC for Improved Power Factor
- All Sleeved Cables
- Ultra Quiet 140mm 2-Ball Bearing Fan
- Modular cable Design
- International Safety and EMC Certifications

 

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USB 3.0 Docking Station / Power Meter

External Dual H.D.D. Docking Stations

ZM-MH200

USB 3.0 makes its way to external HDD docks, bringing high performance file transfers and lightning quick backup.

Features:

(USB3.0 / RAID 0, 1, JBOD, DUAL)

- For the industry’s first on-time application, Dual Bay Hard drives
- RAID enclosure with USB3.0
- Hi-Quality shielded USB3.0 Cable enclosures data integrity and speed
- A single USB3.0 supports port Multiplier function
- Transfer rates up to 5.0 Gbps with USB3.0
- Green Power Management
- Reducing the energy consumption and extending HDD lifetime by preventing HDD spinning constantly while not in use
- Read & Write 2 Hard Drives simultaneously
- Supports All 2.5” & 3.5” SATA HDDs Ⅰ/Ⅱ up to 2TB (per slot)
- Hot-Swappable : Plug & Play without Rebooting
- Attractive Blue LED Indicates Power & HDD Active
- Supports OS Win 2000 or above, Mac 10.2 or above, and Linux
- ROHS Compliant

ZM-MH200 SE

Budget-minded USB 2.0 / eSATA docking station also features SDHC, micro SD connectivity.

Features:

- USB HUB function with 2 USB2.0 ports
- Supports SD/SDHC, micro SD
- Transfer rates up to 3.0 Gbps with eSATA
- Transfer rates up to 480 Mbps with USB2.0
- USB2.0 & eSATA support Port Multiplier function
- Read & Write 2 Hard Drives simultaneously
- Rapid Data access & exchange with single eSATA or USB2.0 cable connection
- Supports All 2.5” & 3.5” SATA HDDs Ⅰ/Ⅱ up to 2TB (per slot)
- Hot-Swappable : Plug & Play without Rebooting
- Attractive Blue LED Indicates Power & HDD Active
- Supports OS Win 2000 or above, Mac 10.2 or above, and Linux
- ROHS Compliant

Power Consumption Meter

Unique multi-function concept claims to be able to read your CPU power consumption in real time while offering a laundry list of other features.

Features:

- CPU Power Consumption Meter
- Sleek design incorporating aluminum panel
- Real-time measurement & display of CPU voltage, current, and power consumption
- Minimum margin of error using highly credible IC
- Clear and wide viewing angle using FND
- Built-in LED for checking the voltage, current, and power status
- Compatible with ATX12V CPU 4-Pin or EPS12V CPU 8-Pin

[Optional]
- VGA Power Consumption Meter(ZM-PCMV1)
- Compatible with 6 Pin or 6+2 Pin type PCI-Express VGA card