Computer Hardware: Manufacturers and Distributors

  • Computer Hardware Sun Microsystems
    Sun Microsystems provides a diversified range of systems, software, and services that empowers networking technology globally. Core brands include the Solaris operating systems, Java technology platform, and StorageTek processor.
    www.sun.com
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA develops advanced graphics and multimedia processing technology for the consumer and professional computing markets, including the GeForce and Quadro series.
    www.nvidia.com
  • Seagate Technology
    Designs, manufactures, and markets hard disc drives for enterprise, personal computer, and consumer electronics applications.
    www.seagate.com
  • ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS)
    PC motherboard manufacturer offering a full line of motherboards. Also includes product information, BIOS, and driver updates.
    www.asus.com
  • Toshiba
    Official site of information equipment manufacturer Toshiba, making and marketing communication hardware and systems, Internet-based solutions and services, electronic components, power systems, and household appliances.
    www.toshiba.com
  • ATI Technologies
    Full selection of graphics, communication, and multimedia video products.
    www.ati.com
  • Epson
    Creates and sells digital imaging products including printers, digital cameras, scanners, and projectors. Also offers ink jet cartridges, paper, and a variety of other supplies and accessories.
    www.epson.com
  • Kingston Technology
    Making SIMM, DIMM and Flash memory for computers, digital cameras, PDAs, and other multimedia devices.
    www.kingston.com
  • Creative Technology
    Develops, manufactures, and markets a wide array of advanced multimedia solutions for PC entertainment, education, music and productivity tools markets under the ”Blaster” family name.
    www.creative.com
  • Hitachi
    Produces information and telecommunication systems, electronic devices, power and industrial systems, digital media, and consumer products.
    www.hitachi.com
  • Western Digital
    Manufactures and sells hard disk drives for the personal computer market.
    www.wdc.com
  • Silicon Graphics, Inc. (SGI)
    Designs and supplies a family of workstations, server and supercomputer systems (under the names Silicon Graphics and Cray) incorporating interactive 3D graphics and digital media technologies.
    www.sgi.com
  • Adaptec
    Manufacturer of high-performance SCSI, connectivity, and network products.
    www.adaptec.com
  • Maxtor
    Manufacturer of hard disk drives and network attached storage server appliances.
    www.maxtor.com
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Computer Hardware: Resources

  • Tom’s Hardware Guide
    Offers computer hardware news, reviews, articles, instructional guides, and more.
    www.tomshardware.com
  • Thresh’s FiringSquad
    Hardware and computer game reviews.
    www.firingsquad.com
  • HardwareCentral
    Contains computer hardware reviews, benchmarks, how-to’s, tips, pictures, features, motherboard guides, and much more.
    www.hardwarecentral.com
  • PC Mechanic
    Offers money-saving tips on how to build and maintain your own computer. Includes hundreds of tutorials and reviews.
    www.pcmech.com
  • SysOpt.com
    Reviews, how-to guides, forums, news, and more.
    www.sysopt.com
  • VR-Zone Hardware
    Providing the PC news and technical reviews for IT professionals and hardware ethusiasts.
    www.vr-zone.com
  • TweakTown
    Articles, guides, reviews, and other resources.
    www.tweaktown.com
  • Hexus.net
    Hardware news and reviews, forums, CPU database, and more.
    www.hexus.net
  • Hot Hardware
    Includes articles and reviews of motherboards, storage, video products, and more.
    www.hothardware.com
  • Hardware Book, The
    Free collection of connector pinouts and cable descriptions viewable online and available for download and offline viewing.
    www.hardwarebook.net
  • TechSpot.com
    Offering product reviews, tweak guides, gaming coverage, and video card information for the PC enthusiast.
    www.techspot.com
  • Ace’s Hardware
    Computer hardware reviews, how-to articles, forums, and more.
    www.aceshardware.com
  • HardwareZone
    Features reviews, promotions, pricelists, and a PC clinic.
    www.hardwarezone.com
  • OCworkbench
    Offers hardware and software news, reviews, forums, and more.
    www.ocworkbench.com
  • Digit-Life.com
    News, articles, and reviews about digital devices, including personal computers, peripheral devices, digital photo, and video cameras.
    www.digit-life.com
  • PCstats.com
    Provides a range of technology news and reviews as well as buyer’s guides for peripherals.
    www.pcstats.com
  • Tech Zone, The
    Featuring computer news, reviews, forums, current pricing guides, and more.
    www.thetechzone.com
  • NGOHQ.com
    Regularly updated source for hardware and software news, drivers, reviews, downloads, and tools.
    www.ngohq.com
  • T-break
    Gaming and hardware site featuring articles, news, and reviews.
    www.tbreak.com
  • FrostyTech.com
    Offering news, reviews, tips, and hardware tweaking advice.
    www.frostytech.com
  • Overclocker Cafe
    Includes articles and reviews for overclocking, cooling, and system modifications.
    www.overclockercafe.com
  • Real World Technologies
    In-depth technical analysis, industry news, and online forums for professionals.
    www.realworldtech.com
  • littlewhitedog.com
    Includes hardware reviews, news, system how-to guides, and more.
    www.littlewhitedog.com
  • PimpRig.com
    Features news articles, case gallery, hardware reviews, funny PC pictures, and more.
    www.pimprig.com
  • Viper’s Lair
    Includes hardware reviews, articles, forums, and more.
    www.viperlair.com
  • TechIMO.com
    Features a gallery, PC mod forums, reader reviews, news, and more.
    www.techimo.com
  • Sudhian Media
    Offering news, reviews, forums, and articles for computer hardware items.
    www.sudhian.com
  • Hardcore Ware
    Offering reviews, forums, downloads, case mods gallery, and more.
    www.hardcoreware.net
  • Icrontic
    PC hardware and software reviews, articles, guides, news and more.
    www.icrontic.com
  • Obsolyte
    A personal retrospective of "cool" computing dedicated to vintage computer hardware, classic systems, and workstations or "mainframes."
    www.obsolyte.com
  • Hardware Extreme
    Computer news, articles, and reviews.
    www.hwextreme.com
  • Monster-Hardware
    Garage site featuring news, small reviews, editorials, and humor.
    www.monster-hardware.com
  • OcPrices.com
    Hardware news and review site with a retailers directory and price comparisons for computer hardware.
    www.ocprices.com
  • BlueSmoke
    Offering reviews, news, guides to modifications and upgrades, forums, and more.
    www.bluesmoke.net
  • Build-Your-Own-Computers.com
    Offers tips and articles on selecting and installing computer parts.
    www.build-your-own-computers.com
  • Cheap Computers Guide
    Tutorials on how to build your own computer from cheap computer parts.
    www.cheap-computers-guide.com
  • Active-Hardware
    Reviews of computer hardware including motherboards, graphic cards, processors, and more.
    active-hardware.com/english/main.htm
  • nVPlanet.com
    News, articles, downloads, links, and more about hardware, drivers, and beta software.
    www.nvplanet.com
  • AMD3D.com
    Includes reviews, downloads, forums, news, and more.
    www.amd3d.com
  • Technoyard.com
    Hardware and software reviews, downloads, news, and more.
    www.technoyard.com
  • Build Your Own Computer Tips
    Provides advice on component selection and also includes illustrated, step-by-step instructions.
    www.build-your-own-computer-tips.com
  • Cheap Computer Parts Handbook, The
    Illustrated step-by-step guide to building your own computer using quality cheap computer components.
    www.cheap-discount-computer-parts.com
  • DIYParts.org
    Online inventory of parts for people to exchange with others in their own home town or around the world.
    www.diyparts.org
  • Epinions.com: Computer Hardware
    Customer reviews, specs, and comparision shopping for computer hardware.
    www.epinions.com/cmhd
  • HWGuru.com
    News, reviews an articles.
    www.hwguru.com
  • Computer Workshop
    Advice on how to build your own computer. Includes component lists and product advice.
    www.randalsplace.homestead.com
  • Click & Learn
    A guide to the PC, its hardware, and internal architecture for schools, teachers, IT-supporters, and sales personnel. Excellent for self-study.
    www.mkdata.dk/click
  • Group, The
    Includes tech news, forums, user-to-user support, and more.
    www.the-group.org
  • PCWorld.com: Your Ideal PC
    Features an article for those upgrading their machine or building one from scratch. Details include how to choose the right parts and put them all together.
    www.pcworld.com/howto/article/0,aid,116993,00.asp
  • CheapComputerDeal.com
    Offers a step-by-step guide to build and repair computers, as well as links to commercial sites.
    www.cheapcomputerdeal.com
  • techGamer
    Offers hardware and software news, reviews, guides, forums, and more.
    www.techgamer.com
  • PCWorld.com – Systems
    Reviews of desktops, notebooks, PDAs, and more.
    www.pcworld.com/resource/browse/0,cat,1004,sortIdx,3,00.asp
  • ComputerComponentsForYou.com
    Features information about the basic components that make a computer system operate.
    www.computercomponentsforyou.com
  • HardwareCentral: Choosing a Computer Case
    Guide to choosing a computer case that discusses important features.
    www.hardwarecentral.com/hardwarecentral/tutorials/15/1
  • SLCentral
    News, articles, and reviews about hardware and gaming.
    www.slcentral.com
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