Taipei, Jan. 10th, 2007—SiS today announced that the newly presented SiS671FX and SiS671 chipsets for Intel desktop platform have received Windows Vista™ Basic Logo.

This year, the transition of operating system to Windows Vista™ is viewed as the most important breakthrough for PC industry since Microsoft announced Windows 95 OS in 1995. Aiming to popularize the adoption of this new operating system, SiS presents SiS671FX and SiS671 integrated chipsets enabling mainstream market users to experience great reliability and high security when surfing on internet, e-mailing, instant messaging, and on-line editing documents. Obtaining license to use Windows Vista™ logo represents the specifications of SiS671FX and SiS671 chipsets have met the requirements of Windows Vista™, and also, the compatibilities of these two chipset models are well-appreciated.

The SiS671FX is one of the most powerful SiS chipsets for desktop PCs. It supports Intel Core™ 2 Duo CPUs, FSB up to 1066MHz, and DDR2-667 memory. Also, it is integrated with SiS Mirage™ 3 graphics engine to support DirectX 9, enabling better 3D Interface and 3D Animation under Windows Vista™ OS. SiS Real Video technology, in the meantime, is able to enhance and deliver excellent image quality. Moreover, the SiS671FX chipset supports one PCI Express x16 slot to allow up to 4GB/s single transmission. For gamers, who want to pursue ultimate gaming experiences, the PCI Express x16 slot is considered a must-have feature when upgrading the platform.

The SiS671 chipset for desktop PCs also supports Intel Core™ 2 Duo CPUs. Other features of the SiS671 chipset include FSB 800MHz, DDR2 667, and most important of all, DirectX 9 support with SiS Mirage™3 graphics engine. Moreover, with the integrated Mirage™3 graphics engine, the SiS671 chipset can deliver great 3D performance under Windows Vista™ OS thoroughly. SiS also innovates Real Video Technology to enhance the image quality in both static and motion conditions. The PCI Express x16 slot can fulfill the requirement of consumer for better media performance.

The SiS671FX and the SiS671 have passed the Windows Vista™ Logo Program for Basic Edition. Such validation provides a proof of chipsets security and stability on web surfing, wireless access, emailing, instant messenger, on-line gaming and so-called Parental Controls function. Besides, the SiS671FX and the SiS671 chipsets support new integrated functions of Windows Vista™ Home Basic such as advanced search and file management, which make it faster and easier to find the documents and programs more precisely. The fascinating performances of the SiS671FX and the SiS671 chipsets have been widely accepted by worldwide customers, and adopted them on their products.