Vantec Nexus (NXP-101) Multi-function Panel Review

Former staff writer - November 25, 2002
Category: Gadgets, Modding
Price: $37 -/+ USD

Introduction
When I think of the name "Vantec" the only thing that use to come to mind was fans, heat sinks, and other cooling devices. Likewise, when I heard "Thermal Monitoring" or "Fan Control" Ventec is not the company I would have thought of. Well, that's changed now, with Vantec's latest product, The Nexus.

In one sleek device, Vantec has managed to bring you a CPU fan controller, three thermal sensors, an LCD readout, and to top it off, they even threw in two USB 2.0 and one FireWire/1394 ports. If that wasn't enough they've also added interchangeable faceplates to give your computer a whole new look.

Features

Adjustable CPU Fan Speed Control

Automatic CPU Fan Speed Detection

Temperature Monitoring Switch & Display

Audio Alarm Warning (CPU Overheat & Fan Failure)

2 USB 2.0 & 1 FireWire/1493 Ports

3 Stylish Interchangeable Faceplates

Specifications

	Dimension	148.5mm x 41.5mm x 62.0mm
	Weight	350.0 g
	Rated Voltage	5V 5% ~ 12V 5%
	Input Power	5V Less than 0.5W
		12V depends on the type of CPU cooling fan
	Panel Temperature Range	15°C ~ 70°C
	Sensor Temperature Range	15°C ~ 90°C