Since medical practice is closely related to life safety, the requirements on the hardware and relevant safety compliance certification are significantlydifferent from that in the traditional field of industrial control. Taking storage device as an example, traditional hard-drives used to make low-frequency noises, which were exceptionally audible in a quiet ward, leavingpatients emotionally disturbed. In addition, the constant running of the healthcare systemoften leads to overheat that breaks down traditional hard-drives. The semiconductor-structured SSD solves all the material defects of the previoussystem by eliminating the annoying noises and the endurability to operatestably under the industrial extended temperatures (-40°C~ 85°C) for a long time. It thus becomes the best storage choice formedical system. “In order to make BST-1850 surpass other similar products in the market in terms of stability, IBASE Technology has designed a very rigorous testing environment at the storage end, such as long-term operation under extended temperatures, strong shock simulation, etc. It has conducted tests for most products in the market. In the end, Apacer’s SAFD 25P stands out from the competition by virtue of its excellent performance and product stability,” suggested Jackson Mao,the Project Product Dept. Director of IBASE Technology.

Besides its performance and stability, the service is one of the key reasons it stands out. Jackson Mao further pointed out that Apacer could not only fully understand and coordinate with IBASE's design conceptthat was tailored to BST-1850, but also promptly clarify and completelysolve problems. “With years of efforts put in the vertical application marketof customization, Apacer has developed a technical team with rich experience in special applications. It is generally known that the products of the industrial computer manufacturers are used in the non-consumer industries, which are different from each other in the expertise. For the industrial computer manufacturers, in addition to applying its own professional experience accumulated in daily operation, if the supporting components and parts are provided by the supplier with the same expertise, it can offer the most suitable services and optimum assistance to the industrial computer manufacturerswhen dealing with these projects. The cooperation between IBASE Technology and Apacer is the best model,” suggested Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer.

The practices of Apacer in after-salesservices, especially the long-term stock up service, guarantee IBASE Technology for its future production. Since the productlife of the multi-touch bedside terminalis at least 5-10 years, focus shall be placed on the warranty and maintenance of the system. Moreover, the key point of this service lies inwhether the suppliers of components and parts are able to offer the products of original modelscontinuously. This is to avoid the predicament that the whole system shuts down due to the lack of spares when single component and part fails. Apacer provides guarantee for long-term supply, and highlights that the firmware and major components of all the products can be fixed upon customers’ recognition and verification. This reduces the risk of out-of-stock and compatibility issues, ensuring stable supply and high reliability for customers. Meanwhile, in case of any production halt of the products of original part number, Apacer will notify its customers sixmonths in advance to stock up sufficient goods beforehand, so as to avoid the temporary stock out. For the system equipment manufacturers and the introduction ofsuch equipmentto end users, this service can ensure the smooth and stable operation of equipment, and thus significantly improvethe mutual ROI (return on investment).

BST-1850 has been introduced to many healthcare facilitiesin Europe and Asia. IBASE Technology will further promote it to other countries. With the experience of satisfactory cooperation with Apacer, Jackson Mao, the Project Product Dept. Directorof IBASE Technology, indicated that they would cooperate in other fields in the futureto launch more quality and stable products.

AH552 boasts Super Speed and storage capacity, and shows outstanding quality with the sleek aluminum housing and pen cap design. It supports high-specification Dual-Channel transmission and offers extraordinary speed of up to 180MB/s in read and 70MB/s in write(*). By transmitting a 2-hour high-definition movie in only 30 seconds and sharing large amounts of data in a short span of time, the AH552 brings the properties of USB 3.0 to full display.

Coming in storage capacities from 32GB to 128GB and compact size of 73.25mm (L) x 19.75mm (W) x 9.0mm (H), the AH552 provides easy storage of large high-definition audio and video data and documents. It also features easy plug-and-play capability and backward compatibility of USB 2.0, and offers read-and-write speed of up to 30 MB/s and 25 MB/s respectively (in USB2.0).

The environmentally friendly AH552 also meets the RoHS criteria and provides a lifetime warranty. In terms of compatibility, it is fully compatible with Windows 8 and is able to run great with the latest computer. In addition, the Apacer USB flash drive comes with free ACE compression software that provides data compression, decompression and password protection, which easily increases the storage capacity by 500%, while ensuring data security and privacy.

* The transmission speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.

AH450 features the transmission speed up to 140MB/s*. It only takes 36 seconds to transmit a 4.7GB film, while the transmission of photos and music documents can be accomplished in seconds, which saves considerable time for users. AH450 silvery luster is achieved by special silver plating design. The shining pattern unfolds different luster from different perspectives, which showcases spectacular visual effect that symbolizes speed and unique taste. AH450 adopts sliding push key design that facilitates one-hand operation and avoids the accidental loss of USB cap. The strap hole allows the user to carry or attach this nifty USB drive easily, adding to the portability and convenience of AH450. In the meantime, AH450 is decorated with four refined screw-cap carvings on the corners, rendering sophistication and understated elegance.

AH450 is available in capacities from 16G to 128GB and offers exclusive ACE compression software, which expands the storage capacity by up to 500%. With the ever-growing file size of digital cameras or multi-media audio and video, AH450 is capable of storing big data easily, completing transmission with super high speed, and creating a more casual and comfortable digital life!

Note: 1. The transmission speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.   2. 64GB and 128GB will be launched in Q2.

AH450 features the transmission speed up to 140MB/s*. It only takes 36 seconds to transmit a 4.7GB film, while the transmission of photos and music documents can be accomplished in seconds, which saves considerable time for users. AH450 silvery luster is achieved by special silver plating design. The shining pattern unfolds different luster from different perspectives, which showcases spectacular visual effect that symbolizes speed and unique taste. AH450 adopts sliding push key design that facilitates one-hand operation and avoids the accidental loss of USB cap. The strap hole allows the user to carry or attach this nifty USB drive easily, adding to the portability and convenience of AH450. In the meantime, AH450 is decorated with four refined screw-cap carvings on the corners, rendering sophistication and understated elegance.

AH450 is available in capacities from 16G to 128GB and offers exclusive ACE compression software, which expands the storage capacity by up to 500%. With the ever-growing file size of digital cameras or multi-media audio and video, AH450 is capable of storing big data easily, completing transmission with super high speed, and creating a more casual and comfortable digital life!

Note: 1. The transmission speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.   2. 64GB and 128GB will be launched in Q2.

With many years of accumulated experience in digital storage and innovative applications, Apacer has become one of the world’s leading brands of digital applications. With its commitment of “Access the best”, Apacer provides consumers with innovative products and services featuring comprehensive digital data storage and sharing. Austin Chen, GM of Apacer, said, “Following the trend of mobile development, and to integrate the accumulated assets of digital storage in 2013, combined with innovative thinking, Apacer will introduce the Mobility Product Line to enhance the added value of products. We hope that we will meet the consumers’ needs of mobile applications via Apacer’s five series of Mobility A+ products.”

Apacer has a complete hardware and software R&D team and continues to provide products and the technical services boasting “reliability, speed and efficiency”. It also combine suser-friendliness and fashion design with digital storage products. In terms of focus customer(group) specific product, Apacer launched AM531 metallic chic USB3.0 high-speed card reader, tailored for SLR-like players to impress SLR-like photographers with its classic simplicity and 5Gbps ultimate speed! With high specification, chic design, multiple functions and high transmission, AM531 metallic chic USB 3.0 high-speed card reader will easily demonstrate absolutely astounding working efficiency!

Top-notch specification completes high-speed transfer instantaneously
The high-speed burst shooting and full HD videotape of SLR-like and SLR cameras can vividly record every happy moment. However, the large number of files will cause long and annoying waiting time for transmission. To save the photographers’ valuable time, Apacer launches AM531 high-speed card reader featuring the latest USB 3.0 interface and in support of ultra-high speed memory cards such as SDHC UHS-I, SDXC UHS-I and CF UDMA6/7. Hence, the high-speed memory cards with ultimate speed of over 100 MB/s can fully unleash their transmission capabilities. It saves much time for the users to relish and pick photos!

Elegant mystic silver, perfect match for Ultrabook
Apacer also notices that many photographers always bring along Ultrabook to organize and share photos at any time. AM531 adopts consummate metallic casing and classic arc design, along with nice combination with reserved warm gray, creating a perfect match for the Ultrabook in terms of functions, visual and appearance. Via the thoughtful adoption of scratch- and wear-resistant material, users on the go can enjoy to their hearts’ content.

Multi-functional card reader supports reading of multiple cards at the same time
AM531 provides four card slots, covering the specifications of all mainstream memory cards, including Compact Flash high-speed card, SD, SDHC, SDXC, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo, microSD and M2. AM531 also supports simultaneous reading of multiple cards, allowing several memory cards to be inserted and to exchange file sat the same time, rendering much more convenience.

USB 3.0 provides ten times faster speed, high compatibility and plug-in-and-play function
AM531 adopts the latest generation USB 3.0 interface, which has a transfer speed ten times faster than that of the traditional USB 2.0. It is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1, featuring the plug-in-and-play in various computers. In addition, the built-in blue LED read/write indicator can display the interface and the read/write status clearly!

【About Apacer】
Apacer Technology Inc. offers a wide range of industrial SSD, digital consumer products and memory modules. Together with its broad R&D, design, manufacturing, and marketing strengths, it has become a leading global manufacturer in the industry. Since its establishment, Apacer has always followed its promise, “Access the best,” to produce reliable, innovative products and services. Apacer supplies customers with high performance, reliable, high value memory modules and flash memory via a marketing network that stretches across worldwide distributors, product manufacturing facilities, and retail consumers. Apacer provides innovative, state-of-the-art digital storage products to store, record, and share the digital information crucial to their work and essential to their daily lives.

Apacer Data security technology provides three protection options catering to different needs. “Full Erase” technology ensures effective and complete erasure of data stored in the User Block and Free Block to achieve thorough deletion of confidential information and prevent intentional data theft. “Destroy” technology is an advanced cleaning technology that clears data from not only the storage blocks but also the system blocks. The purpose is to completely destroy the drive, so that the information in the drive will not be retrieved and reused. This technology meets the requirement for national defense-class surveillance facilities, which requires fast and complete destruction of confidential data. In addition to the complete erasure technologies, Apacer has also developed the exclusive “Virtual Write” technology to effectively protect the data stored in the drive. This technology is designed based on the concept of virtualization of the write-in process, which allows the user to choose from executing the write-in command or store the data in a temporary space. Under the temporary mode, the data is not written into the flash; instead it is stored independently from the operating system. Therefore, when abnormal activities are discovered in the system, one simple reboot will make the temporary virtual data disappear completely and effectively. This prevents malicious or unintentional alteration of confidential information, without affecting the stability of the operating system installed in the drive.

“To make the data security functions easy to trigger for customers, AFD 257 can be customized to suit different needs through combinations of software and hardware options,” said Jeff Lin, the embedded application product division director of Apacer. For the hardware-driven option, a wafer connector is designed at the bottom of AFD 257, which enables direct activation of the unit through simple plug-and-play of the male wafer header. However, this option is not available for some closed systems. Therefore, we have designed another option for the closed systems. Closed systems can be driven through external cables; all you need are a few customized buttons on the control panel to achieve direct connection to AFD 257 and simple upgrade of your system.

 The PATA interface AFD solid-state drive series has expandability up to 256GB. It comes not only with high-standard value-added security functions, but also the newest transmission technology - PIO Mode-4, MWDMA Mode-2, and Ultra DMA-6. It also supports 72-bit ECC function, wear-leveling technology, and S.M.A.R.T. self-monitoring analysis reporting technology. Users can choose from the highest stability SLC or most cost-effective MLC solutions. The SLC granules guarantee normal operation under an industrial temperature range (-40°C to 85°C), which means that the industrial systems remain stable even under long-term exposure to high-temperature or direct sunlight or extreme low temperature. The new technologies provide the old systems instant upgrade to the high-speed, high-efficiency, energy-saving, and high-durability advantages of the solid-state drive through AFD 257 and AFD 187. Plus, the customized and enhanced data security protection technology instantly upgrades the industrial systems to the newest and most cost-effective technology.

The SATA 3.0 hyper-speedtransmission interface SSDs launched by Apacer deliver a bandwidth of 6.0 Gb/s,upgraded from the original 3.0 Gb/s, achieving double transmission capacity. By fully adopting the latest SF-2281 B02 control chips of SandForce, it also boasts the super-speed transmission efficiency, a maximum sequential read/write speed of 555/550 MB/sec and IOPs up to 60K, making it as efficient as RAID consisting of nearly a hundredof mechanical hard drives and easily solving the bottleneck facing mechanical hard drives at the moment. Besides, with significantlyincreasedtransmission speed and read/write efficiency, the power consumption is actually reduced by more than 50% compared with the previous generation of SF-2281 B01 control chip. Furthermore, in order to improve the data reliability, these three products are all equipped with 55bit ECC (Error Correcting Code) function, S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology), ATA Secure Erase, Windows 7 TRIM command for optimization and AES 128bit encryption mechanism for data protection which improves data security.

Jeff Lin, Embedded Application Business Unit Director of Apacer, suggested that, “in the cloudcomputing era, the compact mobile devices are becoming increasingly common. Therefore, when designing SATA 3.0 series products, Apacer has taken into considerationthe needs for compactness and reliability of various devices. For 2.5-inch SFD 25S-M SSD, in addition tothe standard thickness of 9.5mm, the metallic and plastic casings are designed for customers to choose for various applications.For compact mobile devices,the 7mm series are available,which are suitable for Ultrabook, compact notebooks etc. Regarding MO-297-compliant SFD 18S5-M and mSATA S1-M with a size equal to one-third the size of credit card, the stability during the operation of the system has been considered.To be more securely attached to the motherboard, the productsfeaturethescrew holes, which enhance system reliability.They arethe optimal choicesamongprofessional storage solutions and extremely suitable for small network devices, tablets and other mobile devices.

In addition to offering the outstanding product specifications, Apacer builds the most stringent manufacturing process with over ten years of market experience, highlightingthat firmware and components can be fixed upon customers' verification, and provide unique part numberso as to ensure the stable supply. Such service quality has passed the certifications required by Tier-1 tech giants in the U.S. and Japan, enabling Apacerto becomeone of the top ten PC SSD suppliersin the world. Jeff Lin, Embedded Application Business Unit Director of Apacer, further explained, “Apacer is always taking customers' opinionsas priorityfor operation policies. Therefore, SFD 25S-M, SFD 18S5-M, and mSATA S1-M adopt the most cost-effective MLC chip,available in capacity up to 512GB. When the enterprises choose SATA 3.0 SSD, the diverserequirements can be met, including high efficiency, capacity and low cost,along with the needs forcloudcomputing, massiveness and mobility.Apacer offersthe primestorage solution for computer providers, system integrators and end users.

Samples of new SFD 18S5-M and mSATA S1-M are now ready for customers to run tests. SFD 25S-M will be available in February 2013.

To address the demands of multipoint and multitask monitoring, ND8301 adopts Apacer industrial 4GB PATA modular SSD-- ADM as the startup disk. With highly reliable SLC chip, ADM can significantly enhance the reliability and durability of the system and provide OS and applications with separate space, delivering smoother storage. The compact and customized design also allows more flexibility in motherboard design.Moreover, the industrial SO DIMM adopts guaranteed Major IC, providing NVR with more reliable transmission and lower power consumption.With regard to quality control, before fixing the specifications, VIVOTEK always carries out five-day burn-in tests to ensure the system operate smoothly within 0°C~70°C (conventional hard disks can only support 5°C~55°C) as well as the 3 months of videotaping tests simulating users’ ways of use, thus ensuring system reliability and preventing all the data from any loss.Neo Chang, the manager of the product management department in VIVOTEK suggested, "Due to high read-write frequency in monitoring products, in the past when conventional HDD was used as the system hard disk, the system failure caused by overheat in the machine occurred easily. While SSD features reading and storage in the electric potential way, reliability, anti-shock, low heat and no noise. With Apacer SSD, the system can be assured of system reliability, durability and integration of image data."

To better meet the users’ demands on quality, Apacer carries outstringent testing procedures before any shipment as well as perfect customer service process. Jeff Lin, VA Product Department Director of Apacer indicated: "After all the products are verified by customers, it is guaranteed there is no discretionary change of firmware and parts (Flash/Controller/PCB, etc.) and a group of unique tracking number are provided for customers to trace the production history, or to make online repair application or swapping of products, even to require FAE to arrive at the site for troubleshooting. Therefore, customers are provided with the best protection." To shorten the ex-factory process for VIVOTEK, Apacer built in the OS and applications in advance to save the time of installing software for each machine after NVR was delivered from the factory in the past. Now, once the user presses the startup button, the system will enter the installation wizard directly, enabling easy setting.

Nowadays, the global leading IP monitoring manufacturer VIVOTEK has installed Apacer’s PATA modular SSD and the industrial SO DIMM to give NVR a cutting edge in completion.Neo Chang from VIVOTEK highlighted, "Apacer ADM modular SSD, featuring anti-shock, compactness, customized service and comprehensive product lines, is capable of controlling NVR production cost and maximizing monitoring storage effects." In the times when IP monitoring dominates, Apacer, one of the global top 10 PC SSD manufacturers, with rich technical experience of over ten years, is sparing no effort to provide reliable and customized services and monitoring products featuring high efficiency and system stability for more partners, aiming at working out superb digital monitoring systems!

About VIVOTEK

VIVOTEK INC., established in Taiwan in 2000, has quickly grown into a prestigious leading brand in the network video surveillance industry. VIVOTEK’s IP surveillance solution is future-proof and highly reliable, facilitating the transition from traditional CCTV to wholly digital IP surveillance. VIVOTEK offers a comprehensive product lineup, including netwrok cameras, video servers, video receivers, NVR, and central management software. Through more than 160 authorized distributors worldwide, a broad array of VIVOTEK’s products are successfully deployed by security dealers, telecoms and system integrators for a variety of applications and projects such as banking, city surveillance, hotel, transportation, retail, and more.

The low-profile SDM4 7P/180D LP2 is only 29.3mm high, which effectivelyenhancesthe air ventilation in the 1U chassis. With the unique design of the built-in power supply circuit in the 7 pin SATA connector, it can make electricity-powered operation without external power cable. In addition, it has a uniquelocking mechanism, which enables it to be closely plugged into the SATA slot on the motherboard.Iteliminatesthe problem of the electric power cable being loosened by shock.For the Write Protect switch function of this product, Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer, suggested,“In addition to the miniaturized design of compact appearance, built-in power supply connector and unique locking mechanism,SDM4 7P/180D LP2 also boasts the Write Protect switch of hardwaredesign, which can lock the Write Protect function directly on the host.It enhances the flexibilityin application.”Therefore, in many industrial computers or equipments, once information managers complete setting, they can directly lock the switch on the host, allowing only data reading and no data writing. Itnot only ensures thatonly theIT personnel withaccess to the host can manage the data, but also avoidsthe malicious attack and falsification from remote terminals, thus safeguarding the safety of the data and the system.

In the chip choice, in addition to SLC storage solution (1GB~16GB),the cost-effective MLC chip line (4GB ~ 32GB), supporting the industry-level wide-temp (-40°C ~ 85°C) operation, can also be found in Apacer’s SDM4 7P/180D LP2. Moreover, this product also features the ECC (Error Correcting Code) function, S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) and ATA Secure Erase command, fully addressing the demand of high reliability by the system integrators. This, along with the support of Windows 7 TRIM command for optimization, has made the SSD the prime choice among storage solutions.

In addition to offering the outstanding product specifications, Apacer highlights on the unique Fixed BOM for customersthat firmware and components of all the products can be fixed upon customers’ verification to ensure stable supply. Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer, further explained,“With more than ten years of experiences in the SSD market, Apacer is famed for the excellent capability for customization, stringent manufacturing quality and timely technical support.It is not only the best partner for enterprises but also one of the top ten PC SSD suppliers in the world capable of passing the certifications required by the Tier-1 tech giantsin the U.S. and Japan. Apacer’s SDM4 7P/180D LP2 - the SSD with miniaturized design specially for 1U server-is equipped withWrite Protect Switch,built-in power supply connector and stableoperation in wide-temp environments, making it the best storage solution with high reliability.”

Apacer SAFD 25P, an industrial 2.5” SSD, was chosen for the Editor’s Choice Award by the professional American magazine - Military Embedded Systems in October 2012. In response to the award, Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer, mentioned that: “SAFD 25P is designed for the warship with arctic navigation purpose. In order to operate smoothly in the severe environment, the reinforced aluminum case is adopted to resist the system vibration and shock impact. The conformal coating is also applied to effectively achieve the damp proof, mould proof, corrosion prevention, parts loosening prevention and insulation functions. It can operate normally within a temperature operating of -40°C to 85°C and delivers sequential read/write speed up to 265/230 MB/sec, with 12K IOPs. In particular, it can be started up successfully even in an arctic environment (-40°C), enabling various military devices to perform tasks accurately in any kinds of environment.”

Except for its strong hardware capable of enduring various severe environments, the main reason for SAFD 25P to be selected as the Editor’s Choice lies in Apacer’s exclusive Core Security Technology special security directives including CoreProtector, CoreEraser and CoreDestroyer. Users are able to enable it through the setting of the software command and hardware. CoreProtector is used to protect the data, and its unique Security Key is possessed by the manager only. It can limit the unauthorized user’s access, so as to effectively protect the data against tampering and accidental change. CoreEraser is an efficient tool for disk erasing. The data erasing standard in MIL Erase has been generally adopted by the military and industry, including DoD 5220.22-M, NSA Manual 130-2, USA AF AFFSSI 5020, USA Army 380-19, USA Navy NAVSO P-5239-26IREC (IRIG) 106 and NSA 9-12. CoreDestroyer technology, aimed at thoroughly destroying the disk and beyond recovery, includes firmware and System Block, which provide well-designed data protection measures for customers. The SSD will be destroyed immediately when the system casing is opened maliciously, therefore protecting the data from being disclosed to the competitors, improving the reliability of the storage devices and strengthening the security of the whole system.

As the storage devices for military purpose, it should fully comply with the manufacturing processes of the client. Thus, Apacer has conducted ORT (on-going reliability testing) during the mass production to ensure the reliability and service life of the products. In addition, Apacer offers the unique Fixed BOM upon customers’ recognition and verification. It prevents discretionary changes of firmware and component. This reduces the risk of out-of-stock and compatibility issues by providing customers with stable supply and high reliability. Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer, further stated: “Apacer has been engaged in the Industrial SSD business for over ten years. We have excellent customization ability, stringent manufacturing quality and real-time technical support. We are not only the best partner of enterprises, ranked among the top ten PC SSD suppliers in the world, but also one of the few SSD manufacturers in Taiwan with both software and hardware abilities. Complying with MIL-STD-810F, the toughest certification standard in the American military regulations, SAFD 25P is chosen for the Editor’s Choice Award by Military Embedded Systems, making it the optimal storage devices for the military and aviation industries.”

In response to the global concern for environmental protection, Apacer indicates that most 3C products in the market mainly feature modern technological style. Nevertheless, Apacer is committed to integrating natural elements into product design, bringing people closer to nature, which offers more profound user experience and conveys the respects toward nature. From tree-originated AH135 to bamboo-inspired AH153 and 137, they are the crown jewel of Apacer’s design.

AH153 and AH137 feature bamboo-like curvaceous and streamlined enclosure for firmer hold and better plugging/unplugging. AH153 and AH137 also show thought-out details with the special pen cap design to prevent accidental loss of cap. This detailed design demonstrates Apacer’s consideration for ergonomics. With simulation of the upward growth of bamboo joints, users can build “step-by-step” body by combining various AH153 and AH137 models, which renders interesting user experience.

Featuring durable rubber design and advanced COB technology, the compact AH153 and AH37 (L 33.4 x W 20.2 x H 11.3mm) boasts resistance against water, dusts and shock. AH153 offers multiple capacity options from 16GB to 64GB, while AH137 provides 4GB to 32GB. And thanks to the exclusive ACE compression software, the storage capacity can be increased by up to 500%!

ARMOR DDR3 Overclocking Memory Modules are designed to meet the demands of hard-core gamers on high performance, gaming, overclocking, etc. The heatspreader in standard height can avoid the problem of mechanism interference between the heatspreader and the large CPU cooler. The unique black PCB board radiates an understated but cool visual sense, further increasing the brilliance of the black, red, gold and blue armor-like heatspreaders!

"ARMOR Series" have the clock rate ranging from DDR3-1600MHz to DDR3-2133MHz with capacity of 4GB and 8GB from a single memory and 8GBKit and 16GBKit from dual-channel package, which meets gamers’ requirements on high frequency, high capacity, low cas latency, low power consumption, etc. “ARMOR Series” all support Intel^® Ivy Bridge Z77 and H77 chipsets and are backward compatible with platforms including Intel^® X79, Z68 and P67, demonstrating excellent compatibility.

To provide overclocking thrills for more gamers, “ARMOR Series” all support Intel^® XMP and make overclocking much easier to use. Via XMP overclocking, even the starters of the overclocking players can achieve top overclocking performance.

“Final crunch” for the high-speed photographing experience For the professional photographers and amateurs, it is quite common to require a number of memory cards in 32GB and 64GB for each photographing activity. Raw photographing, high-speed burst shooting and full HD videotape in particular occupy the memory card space a few times bigger than normal. The time spent on storage into the computer is often annoyingly long beyond imagination. Under the circumstances of the prevalence of the high-speed memory card and USB 3.0, the traditional USB 2.0 card reader has become the toughest bottleneck in the whole process of high-speed photographing and file transmission.

“Apacer can understand well the eagerness of the photographers to see the splendid works on the computer. Meanwhile, we also believe that the file transmission speed of the card reader should be further improved in the era dominated by USB 3.0.”, said Grace Lo, associated vice president of Apacer Commodity Business Unit. “Therefore, Apacer launches AM230 USB 3.0, the super-speed card reader, specially for the professional photographers to fulfill the final and the most important step in experiencing the high-speed photographing file transmission.”

Ultimate speed of 5Gbps, ten times faster file transmission AM230 adopts the next-gen USB 3.0 interface. The transmission speed can be up to 5Gbps, ten times faster than that of the traditional USB 2.0. In addition, AM230 supports multiple mainstream high-speed memory card specifications. The reading speed of high-speed UHS-1 can be up to 90MB/sec. AM230 also supports all series of high-speed cards including SDHC UHS-I, SDXC UHS-I, microSDHC UHS-I and microSDXC UHS-I. The transmission speed is accelerated dramatically with the dual supports from the high-speed interface and high-speed memory cards. Game players even describe it as “Amazingly fantastic! Just like the unbelievable upgrade from the horse wagon to the super sports car.”

Unique design meets the demands of the mobile file transmission AM230 features a unique appearance. As small as two small lighters, the compact square body of AM230 is decorated with the round edges. The ultra compact portable card reader can readily meet the demands of high-speed file transmission for the location shooting or the photographing activities. The eye-catching sport style is characterized by the black-orange combination. Thanks to the retractable design, the card reader can be used without extra transmission lines and displays its elegant and concise style on the go. For the photographers who often take photographs outdoors, AM230 is a consummate choice!

With up to 32 GB capacity, the two Apacer USB Drives adoptUSB 2.0 high-speed transmission and support operating systemssuch as Windows ME/XP/ 2000/Vista, Mac OS 8.6,Linux 2.4.0, etc.Featuring compactness, they support hot swappingand plug-in-and-playfunctions. Particularly, the Pen Cap design of AH321allows the cap to be tuckedin the back of the casingto prevent accidental loss.The greatest difference between these twoindustrial-grade USB drivesand other consumer flash driveson the market lies in its firmware version and major components that can be fixed.Apacer’s clients can benefit from the stable, long-term supply,with compatibility issues caused by frequent product component changes significantly reduced. Time and money spent on product verification can also be saved.

In addition to the highly reliable SLC chips, the two USB Drives also offer the cost-effective MLC solutions, providing more options to customers. ApacerintroducescomprehensiveFAE serviceto its industrial SSD module series. Each product has a unique traceable serial number, via which the corresponding production history and main component information can be traced. This facilitatesthe most efficientmaintenance service and meets the requirement of long-term supply.

Samples are now available for customers to run test. Please feel free to contact local Apacer sales representatives.

David Tsao, Product Manager of QNAP, indicated: “QNAP features exquisite appearance and miniaturized internal installation in product design for optimal configuration of the body. USB Disk Module (UDM) plays a main role among Apacer’s embedded SSD at present, featuring electronic data access, shock resistance, compactness, high efficiency and proper functioning under extended temperature (0°C ~ 70°C) in normal temperature environment, and ensures 100% highly-reliable stable performance, making it the prime choice for operating system or OS backup.” Besides compliance with product specifications, QNAP also conducts hundreds of quality inspections and various kinds of environmental tests to select components and parts. Apacer not only passes such verification but offers unique Fixed BOM after every specification inspection. It prevents discretionary changes of firmware and parts, and renders highly-reliable services.

“Besides satisfaction with design, efficacy and quality requirements, the essence of Apacer’s long-term cooperation with QNAP lies in Apacer’s complete and considerate overall support services,” Jeff Lin, the Value-added Business Unit Director of Apacer, further explained. For 2012, QNAP presents more than 60 new models that adopt Apacer’s USB disk module. Apacer not only made customization adjustment and used specific and unique Fixed BOM for strict control, but also preloaded the operating system needed for various models to save customers’ production time, making itself the most trustworthy partner of QNAP.

In the cloud computing era, Apacer has also developed SSD product lines via SATA II/III, PATA, PCIe and other interfaces besides embedded SSDs. According to Gartner 2012 Report, Apacer has become one of the top 10 PC SSD suppliers in the world, and continually researches and develops highly stable industrial-level equipment and provides comprehensive cloud-based products. David Tsao, Product Manager of QNAP, expressed with satisfaction: “QNAP Turbo NAS adopts Apacer’s USB disk module as the core system storage, boasting compact design and high reliability. It has enabled QNAP to create quality cloud-based storage system and to provide the most stable storage solution for enterprises.”

                         
Designed with reference to the electrical specification for JEDEC DDR3 204pin SODIMM memory module,DDR3-1333 So-RDIMMis Apacer’s latest special memory module andalso a customized product supporting capacity up to 4GB. Thanks to the small form factor of only 67.5mm, it can be fully accommodated within the narrow and small switch and router. In addition, to effectively protect the networking communication system from data processing mistake during transmission of high-capacity data and large-scale computing, DDR3-1333 So-RDIMM not only adopts registering clock driver with parity chip to achieve synchronization and stabilization of the signal, but also supports Error Correcting Code(ECC). Itthus effectively improvesthe accuracy of signal transmission and significantly enhancesthe reliability of the memory module.Moreover, with a view to reducing the temperature and power consumption of the current mission critical application, this product’s built-in thermal sensor enables the system to monitor the temperature change in the memory module during operation, thereby effectively protecting the system from failure due to overheat. The thermal sensor can optimize the power usagethrough adjustment, minimizing the power consumption by the system.

DDR3-1333 So-RDIMM, the special memory module from Apacer, has gone through rigorous environment tests (extended temperature and high/low pressure testing for longer periods of time) and motherboard test. Currently, the module has successively passed international OEM vendors’ strict tests for ensured compatibility and stability when used in Networking System.Apacer has years of extensive experience in the networking communication system and the server market. Apacer has developed a wide array of specifications and technologies for server memory modules and introduced the special memory module to satisfy the demands forhighly reliable and highly compatible products with various specifications from the customers.

Apacer’s mSATA Mini M4 adopts 52-pin gold finger mSATA connector capable of supporting SATA 3.0 Gb/s transmission interface, and uses highly reliable SLC (single-level cell) flash memory essential to guarantee the durability of the product. It delivers sequential read/write speed up to 85/80 MB/sec and is available in capacities from 2GB to 32GB for customers' option, ideal as the system disk. Currently, mSATA has become the mainstream of compact terminal devices. Most of terminal devices have built-in mSATA expansion design, application of which has become increasingly popular. In addition to itscompactness, ApacermSATA Mini M4 features MLC (multi-level cell) solution, along with high capacity and low cost. With capacity up to 64GB, it facilitatesthe backup of dataand brings great convenience to the customers regardingflexible replacement.

Moreover, to enable the terminal devices to stay reliable even in demanding environments, the current mSATA Mini M4 and mSATA Mini M4-M also provide the vendor guaranteed wide-temp chips, which means it can run stably and reliably in the industry-level wide-temp (-40°C ~ 85°C) environments. In terms of product reliability, this product series boasts multiple advanced technologies including Global Wear Leveling, S.M.A.R.T technologies, 16-bit or 24-bit Error Correcting Code and intelligent power failure recovery, thus rendering optimal reliability and stability.

Apacer highlights that the firmware and major components of all the products can be fixed upon customers’ recognition and verification. This reduces the risk of out-of-stock and compatibility issues by offering stable supply and high reliability to customers. Currently the new product has entered mass production. Samples are now available for customers to run test.