Press information To download a text file of this release, a 250 pixel wide low-res image for web use or a 300dpi print quality image, go to www.parkfield.co.uk/bvm High performance Q35 ATX motherboard supports Core 2 Dual and Quad processors Released 22 November 2007 The newest addition to the BVM line-up of long life ATX motherboards is the MX-Q35, a leading edge unit based on the Intel Q35 system chipset. It offers outstanding performance for processor-intensive tasks such as streaming video and high-end data processing. Any of Intel's Core 2 Duo and Quad processor family in the LGA775 package can be specified, the FSB provides a selectable blazing fast 1333/1066/800 MHz; up to 4 GB of system memory, configured as dual channel DDR2 667/800 SDRAM, is supported. The motherboard is fitted with a PCI-E x 16 slot, giving 4 GB/s bi-direction interface, a further two PCI-E x 1 slots and a PCI slot. Graphics are managed by the Intel GMA 3100 chipset with 256 MB of video RAM, supporting 2048 x 1536 @ 75 Hz analogue displays and 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz flat panels. On-board audio, dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers and four USB 2.0 ports are provided. A Trusted Platform Module is fitted. Operating under Windows Vista or Linux, the TPM allows a third party such as an online video or music provider to verify that the hardware, boot, and host O/S configuration of a computer has not been changed; the TPM can also perform platform authentication. For embedded and industrial applications, the watchdog timer is configurable up to 255 minutes to reset the system in the event of a software crash. The MX-Q35 is designed with long life components wherever possible, providing manufacturing repeatability for three to five years from product launch. *** Ends: body copy 252 words *** Notes to Editors. For further information: Rod Clarke BVM Limited Hobb Lane Hedge End Southampton SO30 0HG Tel: + 44 (0)1489 780144 fax: + 44 (0)1489 783589 sales@bvmltd.co.uk www.bvm.co.uk Agency contact: Nigel May Parkfield Communications Ltd Parkfield House Damerham Hants SP6 3HQ tel: + 44 (0)1725 518321 fax: + 44 (0)1725 518378 nigel.may@parkfield.co.uk www.parkfield.co.uk