“Intel and Asus have worked closely on the implementation of Thunderbolt™ technology onto their motherboards”, said Jason Ziller, Intel’s Director of Thunderbolt Marketing.  “It is our pleasure to state the P8Z77-V PREMIUM is the first Thunderbolt certified motherboard in the industry, a testament to its solid design and compatibility.”

Thunderbolt and the latest technologies on board

The ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM is the first Thunderbolt motherboard to be certified by Intel, showing its strength in the industry. Thunderbolt is a new, high-speed I/O technology designed for performance, simplicity and flexibility, with lightning fast transfer speeds that are twice that of USB 3.0 and up to 20 times faster than USB 2.0. It offers simultaneous bi-directional, 10 Gbps transfer speeds over a single cable, with the flexibility to daisy-chain up to six Thunderbolt devices with a single connection for a clutter-free computing experience. Users can connect multiple Thunderbolt-enabled external storage drives to a Thunderbolt-enabled display and transfer files while watching HD movies, all without experiencing any lag.

Strength through cooperation

With its long history of working with high tech vendors, ASUS is able to show its strength and commitment to innovation with a close relationship to three of the leading brands currently producing products with Thunderbolt technology, Elgato, LaCie, and PROMISE.

“Elgato is delighted to work with ASUS to bring the world’s first portable Thunderbolt drive to Windows,” says Markus Fest, Elgato’s CEO. “The powerful combination of ASUS’ new PREMIUM board technology and the Elgato Thunderbolt SSD dramatically outperforms state-of-the-art portable USB 3.0 or eSATA drives.”

“LaCie is pleased to work with ASUS to showcase the power of Thunderbolt technology in a Windows environment,” said Erwan Girard, Business Unit Manager for Professional Solutions, LaCie. “Our solutions will deliver the unprecedented speeds and advantages of this technology to PC demanding users, especially those working in digital media applications who continually strive for more performance.”

PROMISE is a leading supplier of sophisticated RAID storage solutions catering to customers from the enterprise to SMB, as well as SOHO and digital home applications. They currently offer the world’s first Thunderbolt enabled RAID storage solutions and have previously worked with ASUS to develop a diversified portfolio to meet customer’s requirements.

Premium features for a premium motherboard

The title of PREMIUM carries certain expectations, and as such, the P8Z77-V PREMIUM motherboard boasts several new features, such as true 4-way NVIDIA® SLI™ and 4-way AMD CrossFireX™ on the latest PCIe Gen 3.0 slots for maximum graphics performance. Also introduced is advanced SSD Caching II, allowing users to cache additional frequently used programs and files using multiple SSDs to instantly upgrade system performance. A 32GB mSATA based SSD is also onboard, enabling Intel® Smart Response and Rapid Start Technology™ for super-fast boot up and resume times. Network traffic is expertly handled by a pair of Gigabit Intel LAN ports, ensuring lag free transfers and streaming entertainment.

Dedicated to providing the latest innovations, the P8Z77-V PREMIUM and P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT provides users with the best and most complete solutions available, such as DIP3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control, Wi-Fi GO! and Fan Xpert 2.

Only the best gaming with ASUS TOP-selected graphics cards

An extensive battery of tests conducted by ASUS engineers scans entire batches of NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 670 GPUs for the most reliable and durable parts. After undergoing rigorous thermal tests and overclocking trials, these elite GPUs are paired with custom-designed PCBs, and the assembly is then put under further grueling inspections to ensure maximum performance in the face of extreme voltages and temperatures. ASUS TOP cards therefore meet the exacting standards of even the most demanding overclockers, and can handle the highest-end PC gaming with ease. Thanks to the TOP process, the core used on the GeForce® GTX 670 DirectCU II TOP has been factory-overclocked to 1137MHz, offering gamers an immediate framerate gain.

DirectCU II eliminates 20% heat and unwanted noise

The proprietary ASUS DirectCU cooler uses all-copper heat dissipation points and an overall 200% larger heat removal area to ensure lower temperatures. With 20% cooler operation compared to reference, the ASUS-designed card can take more intense gaming and overclocking, and lasts longer. At idle, its twin fans work at much lower sound levels than stock cards, creating yet another DirectCU-based low noise, low heat, and high output graphics powerhouse.

Sophisticated DIGI+ VRM power delivery with Super Alloy Power technology

Digital voltage regulators and 8-phase power provision form the basis of exclusive DIGI+ VRM, a design originally used on bestselling ASUS motherboards. DIGI+ VRM lowers power noise by as much as 30% for cleaner, more stable, and 15% more efficient performance. As a consequence, DIGI+ VRM helps the GeForce® GTX 670 DirectCU II TOP outlast reference cards by a factor of 2.5. It is joined by exclusive ASUS Super Alloy Power solid state capacitors, chokes, and MOSFETs, which are specially-formulated for high demand overclocked operation and extended product lifespan.

Intuitive GPU Tweak suite harnesses great graphics tuning power

Accommodating more advanced 28nm graphics card technology, ASUS continues to modify its exclusive GPU Tweak card tuning utility. The latest version offers more overclocking features than before, and adds precision power target settings. It also enables fan speed adjustments and live driver/BIOS updates. Gamers can use a convenient on-screen widget to keep a close eye on card conditions while in-game.

Faster, smoother, and richer gaming action

The DirectX® 11-optimized GeForce® GTX 670 DirectCU II TOP incorporates several new NVIDIA® technologies, such as GPU Boost auto core clock maximization and TXAA advanced anti-aliasing. Both contribute to smoother and better-looking games, as does real time Adaptive Vertical Sync. The card also offers gamers enhanced single-GPU support for NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ technology.

Two dedicated devices in one at twice the speed

Equipped with two discrete CPUs, the DSL-N55U carries out both modem and router duties in wired and wireless modes. It thus saves users the space, energy requirements, and cost of maintaining a separate ADSL modem and router. With its integrated home gateway design, the tri-antenna DSL-N55U works in dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies simultaneously, giving users access to 300Mbps per band, or a total of 600Mbps in bandwidth. The 2.4GHz band can be used for normal online tasks such as web browsing, email, and social networking, while the cleaner and less congested 5GHz band remains free for intense applications such as online multiplayer gaming and HD multimedia streaming. The DSL-N55U supports up to 300,000 concurrent data sessions, similar to other high end network products from ASUS. It therefore outperforms basic modem routers by up to a factor of 20. The three antennas combine with exclusive ASUS Ai Radar signal enhancement technology, detecting local conditions and the positions of connected devices to ensure the best possible transmission quality. Ai Radar extends coverage range by overcoming obstacles and sources of interference, and results in a more reliable signal.

EZ UI delivers ease of installation and use

The ASUS EZ UI interface auto-detects ISP settings, so a connection can be established in seconds. Users simply follow several on-screen instructions to configure their home network, with no disc or manual required. The DSL-N55U takes out the complexity from modem and router setup, and offers users the full benefit of its features within minutes of first opening the box. ASUS plans to incorporate its ASUSWRT firmware into the DSL-N55U via a live upgrade in April, offering access to multiple SSIDs, IPv6, 3G sharing, and the Download Master web-based interface. ASUSWRT was previously incorporated into the ASUS RT-N66U.

Dual USB ports enable extensive expandability

With the standardized accessibility of USB, the DSL-N55U can transform instantly into a file, media, or printer server for even greater utility and multi-role value. It comes fully DLNA-compatible for seamless integration with a variety of devices, from game consoles to set top boxes. Powered USB also serves to recharge portable devices such as smartphones and tablets.

About entering the desktop segment Mr. Vinay Shetty – Country Head – Component Business, ASUS India said, “India has huge potential for mid and high-end branded desktops and we are happy to offer our branded desktops with assured quality and service standards that comes to be associated with a brand like ASUS including a robust 2 years onsite warranty. With the launch of the new desktop range we are aiming to lead the market in the niche hi-end gaming and entertainment PCs segment”.

“ASUS ROG Tytan, high-end gaming desktops with advanced options like single button over clocking will be very attractive for buyers interested in hardcore HD gaming experiences supporting up to three displays in 3D”, added Mr. Shetty.

Initially ASUS’s desktop PCs will be available in tier one and tier two cities. The range will be sold with the help of its channel network and some strategic tie ups with LFRs and retail stores.  The channel promotion planned for the new product line includes a 25-city road show for channel partners to feel and experience the product and launch it successfully in the Indian market. The new range of desktops starts from Rs. 20,587/- (excluding taxes) to Rs. 1,07,588/- (excluding taxes) without monitor and other peripherals.

CM Series

ASUS Essentio CM Series desktops is essentially a collection of Asus branded products put together in a nice, pre-built PC that is aimed at casual PC users who don’t have the time or the expertise to build their own rig.

Essentio CM6830

The CM6830 comes with the all-new 2nd generation Intel® Core™ Processors and ultra-fast DDR3 memory for rapid multitasking. The smart processor automatically delivers extra performance on-tap with Intel’s Turbo Boost technology 2.0. It gives cinematic experience once connected to a HD monitor or TV with the HDMI™ port and one can enjoy 7.1 surround sound with high-quality integrated Realtek High Definition Audio. Ultra-fast USB 3.0 transfers data up to 10X faster than USB 2.0 while remaining fully backward-compatible. It also has native SATA 6Gb/s for up to twice the delivery throughput of regular SATA and improved scalability.

CG Series

Inspired by ancient and modern armor from both Eastern and Western cultures, CG series opens a new chapter in gaming hardware design. CG Series not only look bullet proof, but also incorporates an arsenal of features which makes it one the most stable and secure gaming PC ever.

ROG CG8565

The ROG Tytan is a fully loaded powerful gaming desktop featuring instant overclocking options. It is inspired by ballistic missile submarines, with each element created exactly according to its purpose: domination over your enemy. It is the world’s most powerful gaming desktop with NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 590* with up to 3GB of DDR5 graphics memory.

ROG Turbo Gear instantly shifts between 3 overclock modes. It increases performance with the optional Intel® Core™ i7 2600K processor, unlocked and overclocked to 4.6 GHz, while the DEFCON indicator shows system readiness with blue and red LED lights. The ASUS XONAR sound card is powered by Dolby Home Theater technologies, and delivers up to 35 times cleaner audio quality (116dB SNR) than most on-board audio (85dB SNR) solutions. The cutting edge graphics and optional 3D technology combine to create an immersive experience that puts you right in the game. These high-performance graphics options are intended for hardcore HD gaming experiences supporting up to three displays in 3D.

More efficient and quieter graphics for every PC user

Thanks to the availability of 28nm production technology, new HD 7700 cards pack greater performance into a more energy efficient, quieter, and overall more compact platform. The ASUS HD 7770 DirectCU TOP runs at a factory-overclock of 1120MHz, a significant 120MHz over reference. The HD 7750 operates at 820MHz core clock, 20MHz faster than its reference design. Both use a 128-bit memory interface and 1GB of GDDR5 video RAM to enable high resolution gaming, multimedia, and productivity, with full DirectX® 11.1 compatibility for the latest PC graphics developments. With ASUS quality and assurance, the cards present a reinforced 28nm product lineup consumers can tap when looking for parts that are highly capable and at the same time very cost effective.

DirectCU cooling for more intense gaming and overclocking

The HD 7770 arrives in a special DirectCU TOP edition, giving it an ASUS-designed thermal architecture that relies on all-copper heatpipes in direct contact with the GPU. It also uses a more heat-conductive shroud, and a better-performing, quieter fan. Proven on multiple ASUS graphics cards in the past, DirectCU consistently outperforms reference and competing coolers in terms of heat mitigation and removal. It operates at 20% lower temperatures than reference on average while being quieter than stock, contributing to a longer lasting product that can handle more intense applications and overclocking. For the HD 7750, ASUS has implemented a double-sealed dust-resistant fan design to repel debris and minimize the harm caused by particle accumulation. This feature aids in prolonging card life cycle, makes maintenance easier, and promotes reduced fan spin to lower sound levels.

GPU Tweak puts 28nm flexibility and performance at hand

Bundled with HD 7700 cards, the ASUS GPU Tweak utility has been redesigned and improved to make graphics card tuning and overclocking easier and more accessible. Users can quickly adjust clock speeds, voltages, and fan settings with greater accuracy and range than those offered by reference drivers. GPU Tweak now has auto clock and voltage syncing to ensure more stable and safer overclocked performance, as well as convenient 2D/3D mode locking to keep benchmark scores more true to form. An onscreen widget allows for fast card tracking at any time, while live BIOS version and driver updates make certain cards remain fully updated and at peak performance.

New generation PCI Express 3.0 and multi-screen displays

Having debuted on the HD 7000 Series, PCI Express 3.0 represents a major step forward in data interfacing, as it doubles the bandwidth of PCI Express 2.0, allowing new graphics cards a better foundation upon which to utilize their greater power. PCI Express 3.0 maintains full backward compatibility with all PCI Express 2.0 devices, and the slot uses the same physical dimensions to guarantee an easy fit with existing parts. Thanks to the augmented power of 28nm technology, HD 7700 cards offer users the added attraction of AMD Eyefinity™ displays to allow for much bigger resolutions and more impressive views that are well-suited to graphics professionals, designers, and artists.

The best dual-display companion with widescreen notebook enlarges the visual space for multi-tasking efficiency. Aspect Control function allows users to select a preferred display mode among Full and 4:3 for true-to-life gaming or movie watching without any data loss or image distortion.

Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology

The exclusive Splendid Video Intelligence Technology in VS197D monitor optimizes video performance and image fidelity by enhancing color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness. Also, 6 preset video modes (Scenery, Theater, Game, Night View, sRGB and Standard) can be selected via a hotkey.

Versatile viewing angles

ASUS bundles exclusive SmartView Technology functionality with VS197D that allows adjustment in color parameters to deliver the same image quality and colors with straight viewing while watching movies upward lying down.

User-friendly design

The Mercury-free LED-backlit panel VS197D comes with corrugated cardboard packaging with at least 80% recycled content. It has convenient key controls for functional set-up in the multi-language OSD. The monitor is compliant with the VESA standard. The ASUS VS197D monitor features a 75mm x 75mm VESA mountable design that allows users to mount it on a monitor stand or on a wall, depending on one’s specific needs.

GPU innovation with 28nm fabrication

Anticipated for more than a year, the latest graphics processor design from AMD uses an all-new 28nm fabrication process, resulting in components that are more efficient, cooler, and more powerful than previous generations. The ASUS HD 7970 graphics card ships with 3GB of GDDR5 video memory, expanding gaming and visual experiences with higher resolutions, more detailed textures, and faster frame rates. The memory interface has been expanded to a 384-bit bus to expedite data transfer between the card and the motherboard.

Tweaking and tuning via the intuitive GPU Tweak utility

To fully harness the power of new GPU technology, ASUS is including the exclusive and updated GPU Tweak utility with all cards shipped. The suite allows users to modify clock speeds, voltages, and fan performance, working on up to four cards ? perfect for CrossFireX™ setups. Standard and advanced modes available to catering different user experience segments. ASUS GPU Tweak features effortless modifying and overclocking with GPU clock and voltage syncing, plus 2D/3D switching and mode locking to ensure higher 3D mode benchmarks, resulting in more accurate system testing and higher scores for competitive overclocking scenarios. The utility offers auto driver/BIOS version updates to keep cards in optimal working condition, and a handy monitoring widget that provides highly detailed multi-parameter information on demand. ASUS has also worked closely with Techpowerup to integrate their renowned GPU-Z program into GPU Tweak, offering even more reliable graphics card data and tracking.

Faster PCI Express 3.0 and improved AMD Eyefinity™

Also eagerly awaited by gamers and PC enthusiasts, PCI Express 3.0* arrives as the standard interface for the ASUS HD 7970 graphics card, doubling the data bandwidth of PCI Express 2.0. This development lays the foundations for radically improved performance, as graphics cards can communicate with the overall system at much higher data rates than previously available. The power of the ASUS HD 7970 graphics card also makes AMD Eyefinity™ multi-screen technology much more effective, enabling up to six-screen viewing at once for a vastly expanded display. Users from gamers to professional graphics designers are sure to appreciate the smoother and more consistent AMD Eyefinity™ performance offered by the ASUS HD 7970 graphics card.

Full BDXL support

The SBW-06C2X-U is anexternal Blu-ray writer that supports the new BDXLformat. This format expands on Blu-ray discs’ previous maximum capacity of 50GB up to 100GB on one BD-R(TL) disc, or 128GB on a single BD-R(QL) disc. The latter gives the equivalent capacity of 27 DVDs (at 4.7GB each), giving users massive data storage capabilities. For added perspective, a single 128GB Blu-ray disc can hold up to 1000 minutes of HD video. Such a huge amount of storage on a single disc helps consumers conserve storage space and time, while encouraging easy backups for additional data protection and longevity.

Faster and better burning quality

Fitted with ASUS Turbo Engine technology, the SBW-06C2X-U works at 6X Blu-ray writing. At those speeds, 25GB of data takes a mere 23 minutes to burn. Intelligent auto tuning technology ensures the best burning strategy for each task, resulting in near perfect success rates, shorter waiting times and lower energy consumption. The SBW-06C2X-U therefore offers the best data writing experience currently available for any BDXL disc.

Magic Cinema turns the home into a 3D theater

Bundled with the SBW-06C2X-U, Magic Cinema technology enables effortless conversion of filesinto 3D movies, photos and audio (in Dolby® Digital and DTS-HD 5.1-channel). It also automatically converts existing 2D and DVD content to 3D if required by users. This complete 3D suite far exceeds offerings by competing models, helping create genuinely memorable multimedia experiences, with the addition of 3D photos further strengthening the ASUS commitment to 3Dentertainment.

“Worry free” multiple OS platform supported

Users can rest assured that the ASUS SBW-06C2X-U supports multiple OS platforms includingboth Windows and Mac OS X, negating the need of purchasingadditional external writers for each OS. Along with the current trend of new Ultrabooks™ which lack an ODD, the external SBW-06C2X-U provides users with convenient access to disc-based content and backing up of personal data. With it, users can now simply back up data or enjoy media content on multiple devicesand OS platforms.

Winner of a 2011 iF Design Award

ASUS designers have taken inspiration from miniaturized architectural forms, to produce a design that uses elegant squared lines and a unique metal stand. The versatile stand supports horizontal and vertical placement for added convenience as well assaving the user precious desktop space. The innovative design of the SBW-06C2X-U has garnered a 2011 iF Design Award for its attractive and intelligent presentation.

Immersive crystal-clear audio through innovative technology

Optimized by audio experts, built-in SonicMaster technology features a finely-tuned digital signal processor that produces every note in pristine clarity with zero distortion. Also onboard is DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC™ audio technology, which delivers the most realistic three dimensional sensation of being completely surrounded by sound. Bundled with select models of the ET2700 Series is an external subwoofer for a new dimension of audio not found in other AiO PCs. Its 580cc resonance chamber is tuned to low-range frequency audio signals to guarantee rich bass response.

27″ wide viewing angle display for unprecedented visuals

The ET2700 features a 27” screen that is ideal for both personal and shared multimedia entertainment. Its high contrast 1920 x 1080 LED backlit display delivers incredible lifelike HD images while the MVA panel eliminates color shift and delivers wide viewing angles of up to 178° both vertically and horizontally, ensuring stunning visuals from any angle. The optional Blu-ray combo drive as well as a built-in TV tuner card turns the ET2700 into a TV for additional entertainment options.

Usability and convenience that meet every need

The ET2700 comes with a slew of convenient features that make it easier to surf the web, browse through movies and music libraries, or edit photos. The world’s first 27” capacitive 10-point touch screen gives ET2700 users an interface with precise fingertip control, offering the ability to manipulate and navigate through intuitive gestures like pinch-zoom, swipe, scroll, or rotate. An onscreen keyboard further adds to the convenience, giving users the ability to fully utilize the ET2700 without a physical keyboard or mouse.

The ET2700’s side panels are home to two superfast USB 3.0 ports, a combo eSATA/USB 2.0 port and an SD card reader; while an HDMI input at the rear instantly turns it into a 27″ display for use with a gaming console. The added bonus of being able to VESA-mount the ET2700 onto a wall makes it not only a computer, but a truly versatile home entertainment device.

Versatile viewing angles

ASUS bundles exclusive SmartView Technology functionality with VS247H that allows adjustment in color parameters to deliver the same image quality and colors with straight viewing while watching movies upward lying down.

Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology

The exclusive Splendid Video Intelligence Technology in VS247H monitor optimizes video performance and image fidelity by enhancing color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness. Also, 6 preset video modes (Scenery, Theater, Game, Night View, sRGB and Standard) can be selected via a hotkey.

User-friendly design

The Mercury-free LED-backlit panel VS247H comes with corrugated cardboard packaging with at least 80% recycled content. It has convenient key controls for functional set-up in the multi-language OSD. The VS247H monitor body can also be removed from the stand for reconfiguration on a VESA-compliant mounting device.