Inside AMD K10 Architecture at Hardware Secrets:

Intel says that this shared architecture is better, because on the separated cache approach at some moment one core may run out of cache while the other may have unused parts on its own L2 memory cache. When this happens, the first core must grab data from the main RAM memory, even though there was empty space on the L2 memory cache of the second core that could be used to store data and prevent that core from accessing the main RAM memory. So on a Core 2 Duo processor with 4 MB L2 memory cache, one core may be using 3.5 MB while the other 512 KB (0.5 MB), contrasted to the fixed 50%-50% division used on other dual-core CPUs.

Cooler Master Cosmos RC-1000 at techPowerUp:

Cooler Master has chosen Styrofoam to protect the Cosmos from damage. It is a bit thinner than what you would expect from a package with this weight. A heavy duty plastic bag further protects the case. A thin plastic film forms the last line of defense against scratches during shipping and assembly of the computer.

Power supply puzzlement at Dan's Data:

It'll have the old 20-pin main ATX poweer socket on it, but new-style 24-pin plugs still work with the old connectors; worst case scenario, you just plug them in with the extra four pins hanging over the edge. The plug and socket are keyed to make it impossible to line them up wrongly (well not without using a hammer, anyway), but it is possible for the unused part of the new-style plug to hit components next to the socket. Fortunately, most PSUs - including, I think, the cheap GTR one - have a "20+4 pin" plug, in which the extra four pins are a separate sub-plug that you can detach if it gets in the way.

Kingwin Gladiator Hybrid Liquid CPU Cooler at Virtual-Hideout:

So, now with my mind clear, let's go over the layout of the Gladiator starting at the base and working our way up. The base is made up from two materials: a thick piece of copper for the base and an aluminum top plate. These two plates sandwich three copper heatpipes, which are U-shaped, to create 6 vertical pipes. These pipes pass through 46 aluminum fins that make up the body of the Gladiator.

Asus Xonar D2 Soundcard at Bit-tech:

Included is a manual that offers a basic overview of driver installation and software, however it doesn't explicitly walk you through the options of the bundled software included - especially the Asus audio software, what all the Dolby and DTS features do and what the best way to use them is. It clearly explains how to setup 2/4/6/8 speakers as well as S/PDIF digital and optical connections because the RCA jacks are dual purpose and include optical connectors in the middle. A slight oversight by Asus in the manual is that there is no indication that the actual jacks are lit and what the colours represent if you're unfamiliar with standard AC97 colouring.

Seasonic S12II-380 Power Supply at SPCR:

The S12II 380 is one of the most modestly rated ATX12V PSUs, not only for Seasonic, but in the retail market today. Median power ratings appear to fall in the 400~500W range these days. Yet, our research shows that no desktop system with a single CPU and a single graphics card demands anywhere near that level of power. The 380W rating of this model may be just about ideal for the vast majority of desktop systems built by DIYers today.

TTIC Micro Flow Intel S775 Water Block Performance at Madshrimps:

Like we said, the Micro Flow water blocks are produced with flexibility in mind. The block itself is the same for AMD and Intel system, the mounting system which covers it will make the product look so different from outside your housing. In the middle we can see the water block name, though it won't be clearly visible once the block is installed. Around this inscription you will also notice 4 screws which hold the block against the mounting kit.

Logitech MX Air at InsideHW:

The upper side of the mouse is painted gloss black, hiding 8 orange LEDs on each button. The lower side has a complete silver finish, save the teflon sliders and laser sensor. A “general” switch is also located here, used to turn off the mouse when not using it, thus extending battery life. The buttons can be divided into several categories: left and right buttons, scroll keys and function keys. Left and right mouse buttons are elongated and quite far apart, and when the mouse is lifted, two small indicator lines on the bottom of these buttons signalize that the MX Air is in “pointing” mode.

Thermaltake Tai-Chi M+ at Bjorn3D:

Let’s take a closer look at the Tai Chi M+. The unit measures 400 x 330 x 35 mm (LxWxH). The Tai Chi M+ is made with entirely aluminum. The metal body of the Tai Chi M+ is nice as metal conducts heat much better than plastic, so it should help to cool the notebook slightly better; however, metal also is heavier than plastic, so the Tai Chi M+ weighs in 1530 g. This makes it hard to carry the Tai Chi M+ with you.

VisionTek Radeon X1300 PCI Video Card at OCModShop:

There might be some demand for a PCI video card with a modern chip, but it appears to be a niche item for those who still want to get the last once of usefulness from antequated hardware. VisionTek stated upon releasing this new graphics card that "Not all computers even nowadays feature PCI Express or AGP slots for graphics cards, however, virtually all PCs feature PCI slots." Because of this, this X1300 is universally compatible with every motherboard made within the past 15 years.