This menu driven application tests the CPU, RAM, disk drives, optical drives, sound cards, 2D graphics, 3D graphics, video playback, network connections and printers. This can all be done simultaneously, in approximately 15 minutes, and can be custom scripted for automated testing.
The version tested here, was the fully functional 30 day trial version, (no restrictions).
Test Screens:
The preference screen, as the following screen capture indicates, allows for considerably test customization. Far too many to go into in this short review.
A main test screen, as well as additional screens for each system test and sub test, allows you to view detailed scans in progress.
Fast facts:
Assists in PC Troubleshooting and diagnostics.
Dramatically reduce your burn in times with multithreaded simultaneous testing of components.
Avoid costly downtime, system rebuilds and lost data.
Test the stability of a system after configuration changes or hardware upgrades (critical for over clocking).
Results can be saved to disk, printed, or exported as a graphical image.
System requirements:
Windows: Windows 2008 Server, Vista, Win 7, 2003 Server, XP, 2000. (32-bit and 64-bit platforms).
Download at: Passmark.com
Linux: Linux kernel 2.6.9 or higher. X Window System X11R6. KDE 3.2 or higher. Open GL 1.2 or higher (for 3D graphics test plus working Open GL drivers for your video card). libusb library required
Download at: Passmark.com
Note: Free 30 day fully functional evaluation. Standard Edition: US$34, Professional Edition: US$69.
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