PassMark Software and Wrensoft - Latest News http://www.passmark.com/ Covering all the latest software releases and updates, news, articles and reports from PassMark Software and Wrensoft! Tuesday, 10 November 2009 11:23:59 GMT Copyright 2009, PassMark Software en-us info@passmark.com BurnInTest v6 updated to Build 1016 http://www.passmark.com/products/bit.htm Tuesday, 10 November 2009 02:00:00 GMT We have released a minor update for BurnInTest v6 (to Build 1016) with fixes for turbo mode reporting (for Xeon E55xx series and Core2s supporting IDA), a rare issue with the Disk Test, and the copying of event log information to the clipboard. We've also implemented a new feature which allows external applications to write subscripts of script commands which can be run on BurnInTest's startup.

Other improvements include a new script command STARTLOGGING, which enables report information (such as the test system serial number) to be configured before the log file is opened and improved video playback file selection for systems running Windows 7. You can download the new release here or find out what's new here.

]]> burnintest minor update PerformanceTest v7 updated to Build 1011 http://www.passmark.com/products/pt.htm Tuesday, 10 November 2009 02:00:00 GMT PassMark released a new patch for Performance Test v7 (to build 1011) which fixes a critical issue that causes a blue screen crash for some CPU models. Download the new update here.

]]> performancetest minor update PerformanceTest v7 updated to Build 1010 http://www.passmark.com/products/pt.htm Thursday, 29 October 2009 02:00:00 GMT We have just released a minor update for PerformanceTest v7. This new patch (build 1010) fixes a bug showing Windows 7 baselines as Vista baselines in the baseline selection window and also fixes a program crash when loading pre-version 6 baselines. The update now allows PerformanceTest to generate full results on DX10 systems without 4x Anti-Aliasing, and features improved identification of some newer ATI Graphics Cards. You can download the new update here.

]]> performancetest minor update PerformanceTest v7 updated to Build 1009 http://www.passmark.com/products/pt.htm Tuesday, 06 October 2009 02:00:00 GMT PassMark Software have released a minor update for PerformanceTest v7. Build 1009 includes improved support for Core i5s CPUs (includes more accurate Core i5 CPU information gathering and the adding of Core i5s to the list of CPUs in the Advanced Baseline Search Window), improved CPU speed detection, an updated help file with better CPU test descriptions and correct 2D script commands and a fix for running the 3D tests in Win7 while using multiple monitors. You can download the new update here.

]]> performancetest minor update BurnInTest v6 updated to Build 1014 http://www.passmark.com/products/bit.htm Friday, 02 October 2009 02:00:00 GMT PassMark released a patch for BurnInTest v6 enhancing support for Core i5s, including additional Intel Core i5 CPU information reported and cache number count accuracy. Other improvements include CPU Base Clock reported for stock values and over/under clocking for some CPUs, and improvements to BurnInTest CPU Temperature reporting. You can download the minor update here.

]]> burnintest minor update TestLog v3 updated to Build 1027 http://www.testlog.com Monday, 21 September 2009 02:00:00 GMT We released a patch for TestLog today. This new patch adds a link to fault reports for external bug trackers in the web version of the Test List report; improvements to the CSV export feature and several bug fixes. Read the full details of what's new in this update or download it here.

]]> testlog minor update Internet Security Products Performance Benchmark Report 2010 - Edition 2 now released http://www.passmark.com/avreport Monday, 21 September 2009 02:00:00 GMT We're pleased to announce the release of this year's Performance Benchmark Report for Internet Security products. This year has seen an improvement in many products as strong security combined with good performance becomes a focus for many security software vendors. This year, the best performing products were Norton Internet Security 2010, ESET Smart Security 4 and Kaspersky Internet Security 2010. You can check out our full report here.

]]> benchmark report internet security PerformanceTest v7 updated to Build 1008 http://www.passmark.com/products/pt.htm Thursday, 10 September 2009 02:00:00 GMT We've just released a patch for PerformanceTest which improves detection of cores in i5 processors, better detection of DDR3 and a better warning messages for a known issue with complex full screen 3D test on Win7. Download this update now!

]]> performancetest minor update Blu-ray Discs now part of Optical Drive Test Media set http://www.passmark.com/products/testcddvd.htm Friday, 21 August 2009 02:00:00 GMT PassMark Software are pleased to present the world's first test BD-ROM Blu-ray Discs as part of our Optical Drive Test Media disc set. This disc is a high-quality, pressed, dual-layer disc containing 50GB of test files. With the new test BD, you can effectively troubleshoot and verify your Blu-ray Disc drives. You will not find these unique discs anywhere else!

]]> blu-ray optical drive test media WirelessMon updated to version 3.1 http://www.passmark.com/products/wirelessmonitor.htm Tuesday, 28 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT We've just released an update for WirelessMon with the release of the new Metageek Wi-Spy range. WirelessMon can now be used in conjunction with Wi-Spy, differentiating devices running in A, B, G or N-mode and visualizing devices causing interference on the WirelessMon map tab. Download the new update, or read a full list of new features at this page.

]]> wi-spy metageek Metageek Wi-Spy range now available http://www.passmark.com/products/metageek-wi-spy.htm Tuesday, 28 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT With so many devices using the typical wireless spectrums, it can be difficult and expensive to track interference and optimize your wi-fi networks. Introducing the Metageek Wi-Spy range - a family of affordable and high performance spectrum analyzers designed to track all radio activity from Wi-Fi, cordless devices, RFID, Zigbee, Bluetooth and other wireless devices. With four spectrum analyzers in the range, there's something to suit anyone involved in the maintenance or deployment of wireless networks. The Metageek Wi-Spy range contains the following models:

  • Wi-Spy 2.ix - Loaded with more features and better value than any other spectrum analyzer under $100USD!
  • Wi-Spy 2.4x - Features a removable, external antenna and more sensitive scanning than the Wi-Spy 2.4i. Record your Wi-fi data for future use!
  • Wi-Spy DBx - Designed for the enterprise environment, the DBx is an extremely high performance spectrum analyzer which can optimize multiple networks, analyzing all access points using 802.11a/b/g/n. We're also bundling WirelessMon Pro free with every Wi-Spy DBx purchase!
  • Wi-Spy 900x - The world's first USB-based spectrum analyzer for the 868MHz and 915MHz bands.
    • ]]> wi-spy metageek PCI POST Card Pro and LCD Power Supply Tester now available http://www.passmark.com/products/hardware.htm Friday, 24 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT We've just received stock for two new and essential hardware diagnosis products for any professional's toolkit - the PCI POST Card Pro and the LCD Power Supply Tester:

    The PCI POST Card Pro is an extremely, high quality PCI POST Card (made in Germany) which includes many useful, well-designed features that inferior cards lack (such as the surface-mounted PolySwitch Fuse, flashable firmware, advanced test pads and more). Every PCI POST Card Pro comes with a three year warranty - making this POST Card a valuable tool for anyone wanting to effectively troubleshoot problems during a computer's boot and POST phase. As an added bonus, every purchase also includes a user guide authored by PassMark Software and the POST Code Collection, a large, searchable database of common BIOS POST error codes.

    The LCD Power Supply Tester is the easiest way to accurately test your PC's power supply unit for defects without risking damange to any other PC components. Housed in a durable aluminium casing, the Power Supply Tester comes equipped with a large, readable LCD display, LEDs for voltage detection and ports to test all types of ATX power supply connectors. Exclusive to our customers, you'll also receive an informative User Guide (authored by PassMark Software) which you will not find from any other vendor!

    ]]>     pci post card pro power supply tester hardware     PassMark's Australian Website is now online http://www.passmark.com.au Thursday, 23 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT We're often busy behind the scenes making our website easier for our customers to use. Today, we're pleased to announce the opening of our Australian Site, which we hope will better serve the needs of our Australian customers. To name one of many improvements, our Australian website now allows Australian customers to view our software and hardware prices across the site in Australian Dollars (AUD).

    If you have any feedback on how we can make our website easier for you to use, please let us know via our forums or e-mail address!

    ]]>     website australia     BurnInTest v6 updated to Build 1011 http://www.passmark.com/products/bit.htm Thursday, 9 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT We've just released a new minor update for BurnInTest 6 Standard and Professional Editions. Some of the changes we've made include minor improvements for users running Windows 7, support for our upcoming Blu-Ray test disk and other minor improvements to our tests and system information display. You can download the update or read more about what's new in this release.

    ]]>     BurnInTest minor update     PerformanceTest v7 updated to Build 1007 http://www.passmark.com/products/pt.htm Monday, 6 July 2009 02:00:00 GMT We've just released a new patch release for PerformanceTest 7 to Build 1007. Some of the changes we've made include new help files when installing PerformanceTest to a USB drive, a better CPU clock speed measurement and a few minor bug fixes. You can download the update or read more about what's new in this release.

    ]]>     performancetest minor update     Zoom Search Engine v6 Updated to Build 1016 http://www.wrensoft.com/zoom/index.html Thursday, 25 June 2009 02:00:00 GMT WrenSoft has just released a new minor update for the Zoom Search Engine. This patch includes a new Slovak language file, an updated German language file, an added FlyingAnt CGI output option and a few other improvements. You can download the latest version from here.

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