VIP Launches World S First ATI Radeon HD 3870X2 Dual Core Graphics Card from ASUS!

VIP launches World’s First ATI Radeon HD 3870X2 Dual Core Graphics Card from ASUS!

Page 2 of 2

NEWS

For Immediate Release

5th February 2008

VIP launches World’s First ATI Radeon TM HD 3870X2

Dual Core Graphics Card from ASUS!

VIP Computer Centre Ltd (VIP), the UK’s leading independent distributor of computer components and peripherals, today announced the launch of the world’s first graphics card featuring dual ATI Radeon 3870X2 GPUs, from manufacturer ASUS.

Packing 1GB of the fastest DDR3 memory clocked at 1.8GHz, the ASUS EAH3870X2/G/HTDI/1G is now the fastest desktop graphics accelerator on the market and offers the ultimate high definition gaming experience. The card’s unique combination of ultra fast, high capacity memory allows it to process the most complex graphics without delay at the highest resolution and quality settings for maximum visual realism. Bundled with one of the hottest DX10 games on the market: Company of Heroes – Opposing Fronts, gamers can take immediate advantage of the card’s immense graphics processing power.

With its ATI Radeon 3870X2 core running at 825MHz, the card is DirectX® 10.1 compatible, features full support for HDCP high definition video output and has two additional DVI outputs allowing video to be displayed on up to four monitors at once. Dual fan sinks ensure efficient heat dissipation from the cores, resulting in increased reliability and system stability to maximise its overclocking potential.

Matt Parrish, Product Manager at VIP Computers, commented: “Demand for high-end graphics cards has never been stronger and this is making ASUS a key brand in the market as enthusiasts recognise the high quality and reliability of their products.”

Ben Berraondo, Marketing Manager at ASUS added, “Technology from our high-end graphics cards permeates to our entire range, so the market can be sure ASUS make the best performing cards from top to bottom. Thanks to VIP we’re able to ensure ASUS are first to market with the latest graphics cards, letting gamers experience ultra-realism, giving photographers creative freedom and above all ensuring the best individual graphic solution is available to all.”

-  ends –

About VIP Computer Centre Limited

VIP Computers is the largest independent UK distributor of components, peripherals and consumer products. VIP concentrates on supplying the channel and partnering with its customers & vendors for mutual success. VIP provides a wide portfolio of products and has a state of the art logistics and online ordering facilities. VIP Computers is an industry respected and award winning pan-European distributor based in UK, with offices in Holland, Spain and Taiwan. The company's group turnover is estimated to be £240 million in 2007.

Editorial Contact:

Jo Sawyer, PR Executive

VIP Computer Centre Limited, VIP House, 4 Hardwick Grange, Woolston, Warrington, Cheshire,

WA1 4RF

Tel +44 (0)121 472 3259

Mob +44 (0)7876 022 826

Email: