
Here’s a leaked image of HP’s upcoming MediaSmart server known as the LX190. Apart from having a sleeker design, the image reveals that the new model has 4 USB ports and a 1-gigabit Ethernet port on its real panel along with three indicator lights at the front panel. Sadly, no other information is given at the moment, including pricing and availability. [Ubergizmo]

Here is the new Windows NAS powered Storage Server 2003 R2 from Logitec. Dubbed as the LVS-MS2000/2C, the server is powered by a 1GHz CPU with 1GB of RAM and supports a larger HDD. It is also installed with a basic RAID 1 configuration. The Logitec LVS-MS2000/2C will be available only in Japan for around ¥178,000 or around €1430. [Akihabara]

Western Digital today released their latest My Book World Edition NAS servers. Available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, this updated version offers easy installation and automatic continuous backup. It is also compatible with both PC and Mac platforms, and will utilize Western Digital’s green hard drive in order to reduce power consumption. The 1TB and 2TB versions will retail for $229.99 and $449.99, respectively. [Press Release]

CyberPower has released its Windows Home Server 100 which is a small form factor home-based server that allows users to easily access their files, photos, videos and music in their home or remotely. This energy-saving server is able to perform backups of your computers daily via the home network. The Windows Home Server 100 features Intel Atom 330 Dual Core processor, Intel Mini-ITX mainboard with Intel GMA 950, S-video output support, 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet, ALC662 High Definition Audio, 500GB SATA-II hard drive, 2GB DDR2 RAM and Microsoft Windows 2003 Server OEM version. You can bring home this server for a reasonable $399.
In case you didn’t know, CyberPower is a company that has made the CyberPower Black Pearl gaming PC. The company is famous for its custom gaming machines, notebook systems, and high performance workstations. [HotHardware]

Seagate comes back with a spanking new Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition dual-drive network storage server which is perfect for small-office/home-office (SOHO). The device provides an automated backup for up to 20 networked computers to a single, central and safe location. You can also access and share the device in a secure manner via the Internet. The Maxtor Central Axis Business Edition is compatible with Microsoft Windows Vista, XP and Mac OS X operating systems and comes equipped with an Energy Star 4 rated AC adapter. [FarEastGizmos]

Here is the kewl new media server which is also dubbed as the “entertainment ecosystemâ€. The ReQuest iQ System Media Server features CD and DVD playback, YouTube video support, Intelligent Media Client (photos and videos), Hard drive-based Media Server, 16-channel Multiroom Amplifier and Tabletop/ in-wall touchscreens. The iQ is able to store up to 800CDs and classified by its name, title, artist, genre and cover art on your TV screen. [Product Page]

AMD today announced that Quad-Core AMD Opteron(TM) processors exclusively power the HP ProLiant BL495c virtualization blade. HP ProLiant BL495c is the World’s First Server Blade Designed Specifically to Host Virtual Machines. The server basically features Up to two AMD Opteron 2300 Series processors with AMD Virtualizationâ„¢ technology to improve performance in a virtual environment, 16 DIMM slots – supporting up to 128GB of ECC 667MHz DDR2 registered memory, Integrated dual-channel 10 GbE server adapter, and Dual-link AMD’s HyperTransportâ„¢ interconnection between processors. The new server will significantly reduce data center costs by allowing more virtual servers to be packed into each blade – which also undoubtedly extends the life cycle of the data center by saving floor space, power and cooling. 35 systems based on Quad-Core AMD Opteron processors are now shipping from global OEMs, and will be available for purchase on Sept. 15, 2008. [HP VIA AMD]