Jul
07
ASUS Introduces Viiv and Dolby Certified N4L-VM DH Motherboard
ASUS has announced the availability of its N4L-VM DH — a micro-ATX motherboard that packs a myriad of new features not available on other motherboards even twice its cost. ASUS positions the N4L-VM DH as the definitive motherboard for the home theater enthusiast. At a glance, the new board delivers some spectacular specifications:
- Intel 945GM chipset with ICH7-M DH
- Dual-channel DDR2 667MHz support
- Intel Gigabit LAN
- Integrated Intel GMA 950 graphics
- Realtek ALC 882M audio codec
- 2x SATA with RAID 0, 1
- 2x SATA2 with RAID 0, 1
- 1x external SATA

ASUS says:
Even with the compact size, the Intel Viiv-ready and Windows MCE-compatible N4L-VM DH comes with robust multimedia features. The TV Out connector embedded on the motherboard provides a gateway to view memorable digital media on big screen such as LCD TV, while the ALC 882M 8-CH high definition audio with S/PDIF Out completes the experience for overall audible pleasure with Dolby Master Studio. Additionally, with the purchase of ASUS R-DVI-ADD2 card, DVI output is made available for the finest viewing solution.
Supporting both Core Solo and Core Duo processors, as well as the latest memory technology, audio technology, the N4L-VM DH may be the right product for those looking to start a good home theater PC. For those who are looking for more serious video performance, one of the recent PCI Express products from ATI or NVIDIA will have to be used. Those who are content with the onboard graphics can purchase ASUS R-DVI-ADD2 board, which will provide DVI output for full digital output
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