Several years ago, before NVIDIA become one of the leading motherboard manufacture, the Artificial nForce chipset graphics chip manufacturer known for reliable and fast performance. But after the last NForce-9
series is intended for Intel-released in the end of 2009 the manufacture not well expands, so the popularity keeps on decreasing.
But recently Zotac launch their latest GeForce 6100-Value Motherboard based on nForce chipset which is aMicro-ATX motherboard uses the nForce chipset N430 that is equipped on-board GeForce 6100 series
graphics cards. Maybe, its Zotac business strategy to have chipset in average performance with low price.
Specifications:
Chipset : NVIDIA nForce 430
Processor Socket : AM3/AM2 + / AM2
Dimensions : 244 mm x 178 mm
Form factor : Micro-ATX
Memory Support : DDR3 to 1333 MHz, the maximum capacity of 4 GB
Audio : On-board HD Audio
LAN : On-board Gigabit LAN
Expansion slots : 1x PCI-Express x16, 2x PCI
Storage interface : 3Gbps SATA 2x, 1x IDE
Output display : D-SUB (VGA)
Number of USB ports : 4 pieces
ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value definitely not intended for power users based on the specification above. Features installed only to meets all the basic functions. Noteworthy, there are several variants of the
motherboard with the same name but different in terms of hardware support. Last revision (with code “GF6100-FE”) has a socket AM3 and support the use of DDR3-1333 MHz memory so that more relevant with the latest technological developments, while the initial revision, which was released a few years ago-only equipped with DDR2 memory slots and socket AM2 processors.
ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value motherboard PCB board looks pretty empty, free from various additional components installed. ZOTAC use solid capacitors on some important parts like the VRM beside the processor
socket. Because it uses a socket AM3 motherboard is compatible supports the latest AMD processors with one condition: the level TDP processor in question should not be more than 65 watts. Apparently, the ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value is designed to accommodate low-end processors to the mainstream. Given these limits, the practical user can only choose some AMD processors with low power consumption, such as the series Sempron and Athlon X2 II.
At the processor socket there is a warning sticker in order to use a processor with a maximum TDP of 65 watts.
In addition to the motherboard units, in the packing box, you will find some additional accessories in the form of a quick user guide, user manual, CD Driver, back panel bracket, as well as IDE and SATA cables each as much as a fruit. For business I / O interface, the ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value provides all the basic needs, including the SATA slot, USB, and display-outs. Two RAM slots allow users to install two 2 GB modules to obtain the maximum capacity of 4 GB. With this motherboard, users do not need to purchase any additional components (e.g. graphics card) because everything is available. Just add a processor, RAM, and storage media, and the ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value was ready to be installed inside the casing.
ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value supports up to two hardrive / SSD SATA II.
Very small amounts, but still sufficient for basic use.
I / O ports on the back panel not less minimalist. Overall there are two PS / 2 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, audio ports, one LAN port, and one display connector type D-SUB (VGA).
Testing platform:
Processor : AMD Athlon X2 II 250 (3 GHz)
Motherboard : ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value
Memory : Kingston KHX DDR3 1600 MHz, 4 GB
Storage : Kingston SSDNowV +100 64 GB
PSU : Coolermaster Silent Pro 800 Watt Gold
HSF : Stock AMD Fan Heasink
Input : Philips 221E
OS : Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit SP1
Input : Genius (keyboard and mouse)
Driver : NVIDIA ForceWare 270.61
Conclusion
Zotac has brilliant take business maneuver by combining the NForce 430 chipset with GeForce 6100 graphics, AMD processor and DDR3 memory.
That produces the low end ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value Motherboard with an average performance for basic computing needs. ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value is not design for users who want high-performance computer
systems. Integrated graphics on the motherboard is not adequate for the purposes of playing games, but still can provide significant CUDA acceleration in some applications. Unfortunately, the limit of 65 watts TDP severely limits the user in selecting a processor that can be juxtaposed with the ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value.
Overall, with only 450 thousand Rupiah you could have this ZOTAC GeForce 6100-Value motherboard. You also don’t need to spend extra costs because of all the basic computer parts provided by this motherboard, including the graphics card.
Pros:
• Low price
• Features a fairly complete, although somewhat limited
Cons:
• Limitation of TDP 65 watts limit the choice of processors
• Only 2 SATA Ports
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