OCZ Technology Group, Inc. (LSE:OCZ), a worldwide leader in innovative
ultra-high performance and high reliability memory, today unveiled their
pioneering Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Gaming Notebook Program. Under this
program, users ranging from hardware enthusiasts to mainstream gamers
can partake in configuring and building their own gaming-grade mobile
solution. The OCZ DIY program enables users to purchase an unconfigured
notebook and ultimately customize the system to their needs with the
help of guides and direct support.
Thanks to competitive performance and enhanced portability of today´s
notebooks, opting for a notebook as a serious gaming option has become
increasingly the norm; the focus is also shifting in the DIY sector. OCZ
has validated a complete range of components to ensure excellent
component compatibility and quick and easy configuration the notebook
allowing consumers to configure the DIY gaming notebook in a shorter
period of time than it actually takes to construct a regular desktop.
Catering to these new demands of enthusiasts and gamers who have found
benefits and enjoyment in building personal desktops, the OCZ DIY
program is setting out to provide them the advantages of building their
own gaming notebooks.
"For years consumers have wanted to build
their own mobile computing platforms, but the product offerings and
market simply did not serve them as they did in the desktop do it
yourself segment," said Eugene Chang, Product
Manager for OCZ System Solutions. "With the
OCZ Do-It-Yourself Notebook initiative, OCZ empowers with the resources
like validated component guides, documentation, tech support, and a
warranty to allow consumers to configure and build a true gaming
notebook with the exact specification that matches their unique
requirements."
OCZ intends to offer a true DIY product allowing the individual to
garner similar benefits of building a desktop PC:
Customization - User selects
Operating System, CPU, memory, and HDD/SSD of choice
Value - User can save money by
purchasing components individually through sales, bundles, rebates
auctions, trades, etc. Additionally there is no mark-up for labor
costs of assembling the notebook
Craft - User sees the notebook from
beginning to end and enjoys building their own notebook, savvy
consumers can go one step beyond and personalize the outlook of the
unit, creating a truly handcrafted notebook
OCZ´s first DIY notebook solution delivers an
optimal balance of gaming performance and portability. Featuring an Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo platform, the OCZ DIY notebook
can accommodate the latest CPU technology including the all-new 45nm
processors. In conjunction with this state-of-the art mobile processing
power, the 15.4-inch DIY notebooks come equipped with NVIDIA® GeForceTM 8600M GT high performance graphics
to provide a premium mobile gaming experience that lets gamers rip
through all of today´s most advanced and graphic-intensive games and
applications.
OCZ´s visionary DIY initiative was inspired
by enthusiasts, but created for everyone. For support unlike any other
DIY mobile solution, OCZ´s program makes it
easy and convenient to build your own notebook by detailing validated
components, the assembling process, and offering direct online and
toll-free support for true peace of mind from beginning to end. The
current solution will be just one of many upcoming high performance
notebooks which will be released later this year.
About OCZ Technology Group, Inc.
OCZ Technology Group, a member of JEDEC, designs, develops and
manufactures ground-breaking, high performance memory and computer
components that set industry standards. OCZ products are the first
choice for users needing high-reliability, ultra-high performance
solutions. In 2007, PC Power & Cooling and Hypersonic PC were brought
into the OCZ Technology Group, forming a well-rounded, highly innovative
organization that places the company at the forefront of high-end
computing. All of OCZ Technology Group´s products are available through
its worldwide network of distributors, online resellers and retail
stores. For more information visit our website at www.ocztechnology.com
