Asus Ares 5870X2 PCI-E 2.1 4Gb Limited Edition! (31/08/2010 Tim )
Absolute fastest video card to date! The Asus Ares is two full speed ATI HD 5870 cores on the one video card with a whopping 2gb of ram per core. This is an extreme limited edition that comes in a lockable briefcase and an exclusive gaming mouse.
We may never see any more stock so be quick! Check out the product page here or view some reviews here.
USB 3.0 benchmark and Guide (11/08/2010 Tim )
USB 3.0 is here! How much faster is it? Is it Compatible with USB 2.0? What do I need to buy? Click here to read the Netplus guide to USB 3.0!
How fast is USB 3.0?
- We tested some drives in a Vantec USB 3.0 External HDD Dock connected via the USB3 ports on a GA-X58A-UD3R mainboard.
- The result showed USB 2.0 capping out at 20mb/s, where as USB 3.0 was about 4 times as fast at almost 80mb/s, not much slower than when directly connected via SATA.
Is it compatible with USB 2.0?
- In most cases yes, you can mix and match USB 3.0 and 2.0. However unless all devices and cables are USB 3.0 you'll only get USB 2.0 speeds.
How do I tell if something supports USB 3.0?
- USB 3.0 devices are characterised by their blue colour. Even USB 3.0 ports will be blue inside if you get a closer look.
Will my computer support USB 3.0?
- Have a look on the back of your computer to see if any of the USB ports are Blue coloured. These should be USB 3.0
- If buying a new computer, ask for one with USB 3.0. Many of the mainboards we sell now come with USB 3.0 (typically 2 ports on the back) View our USB 3.0 mainboards here!
- If you already have a computer you can add a USB 3.0 PCI-E expansion card. (Or an ExpressCard for your laptop)
What about SATA3? Do I need that to use USB 3.0?
- No. SATA3 and USB3 are very different. Even an old SATA1 drive will far exceed the limits of USB2.0
What USB 3.0 devices are available?
Looking for DirectX 11 Nvidia Geforce cards? Intel CPU also back in. (29/07/2010 Tim )
We've just got a shipment of high end Gigabyte GTX460 though GTX480. We don't expect them to last long so be quick. We also have plenty of Intel CPUs back in stock.
HP Notebook from just $649 (14/07/2010 Shaw)
Fantastic value for a quality HP Notebook. Features include a respectable T4200 processor, 2Gig of RAM and Windows 7.
Only $5 Freight to Anywhere in Perth Metro Area (17/06/2010 Shaw)
We only charge $5 freight to send any sized orders to anywhere within the Perth Metro area!
Acer Aspire One 532h 10 Inch Netbook on special at $399 (4/05/2010 tim)
The perfect portable second computer.
Asus G73 Gaming NoteBook - Stock available - $2,699 (24/04/2010 Tim)
Featuring a the massive ATI Mobility 5870 1gb Graphics card, the Asus G73 will fly past most full desktop systems. Stock is limited so don't delay. See the product page for feature video and full specifications.
If that's too over the top for you, the more modest Asus N61 is also very much worth a look
Nvidia GTX470 1280mb now in. Stock very limited. (23/04/2010 Tim)
We currently have very limited stock of the GTX470 1280mb Graphics card. (Currently Inno3D brand)
Sorry! All gone, but we're trying to get more ASAP. Place an order and one will be reserved for you when we get them!
Job Vacancy - Full Time Computer Technician (29/03/2010 Shaw)
We currently have a vacancy for an experienced computer technician at our Osborne Park branch. Please send your resume, together with a cover letter to jobs@netplus.com.au
Possible delay in processing all orders (23/03/2010 tim)
We would like to advise customers that due to the storm yesterday there may be some minor delays in processing new and existing orders.
