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Specials
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MAVEN Chassis Color |
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| The MAVEN™'s full aluminum chassis is a one-piece shell with a wall thickness of 0.16 inches (4 mm). All exterior parts are hand-brushed, making every chassis one-of-a-kind. In addition, all parts are anodized to increase the natural corrosion-resistance and to give the chassis its final color and unrivaled finish. This makes it a perfect match for any existing home theater setup. |
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Logo |
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| Choose the color of your metal alloy 3D chassis logo. Pick either the full logo with brand and product name, or the brand name only. |
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Lid |
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We recommend:
- Chassis and Lid with Sound Dampening to increase the quietness of your system even further
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Motherboard |
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ASUS motherboards are the ultimate PC enthusiast platforms due to their extensive features, outstanding overclocking performance, and reliability. We recommend:
- ASUS Intel H97M-Plus or Z97-A to connect up to 6 internal drives (SSDs/HDDs/Optical) in total (standard: 4)
- ASUS Intel Z97-A required for Custom Overclocking and optional Thunderbolt |
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Processor |
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Get a smooth, seamless visual experience and highest energy efficieny with a 4th generation Intel® processor. We recommend:
- Intel Pentium G3258 and i5 "K" processors for custom overclocking capability up to 140% of stock speeds.
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Custom Overclocking |
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All Intel CPUs feature Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology which automatically overclocks the processor to up to 110% of its stock speed. In addition, our sole integration of top-shelf components and state-of-the-art liquid cooling solutions allows for custom overclocking to up to 140%. Our system engineers fine tune up to 20 BIOS settings to achieve as much performance as possible while keeping the system 100% stable and at temperatures well within Intel specifications.
Custom Overclocking requires a "K" CPU. |
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Memory |
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| The memory modules we use are from Kingston, Corsair or G.Skill and, combined with our ASUS motherboards, boast highest stability and reliability. Higher data rate (MHz) increases performance of applications like file compressing and video encoding. Lower cache latency (CL) is beneficial for gaming performance. |
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Graphics Card 1 |
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX enthusiast-grade graphics cards deliver outstanding performance and support the latest gaming technologies as well as 4K resolutions and playback. We recommend:
- Intel Embedded i7/i5 HD Graphics and GTX 750 Ti for Media Center and casual gaming usage
- GTX 970 to 980 cards with 4 GB memory for highest-end gaming, video editing, and 4K performance
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Audio |
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Every MAVEN comes with Onboard 7.1 Channel Sound as standard. Moreover, we offer additional dedicated sound cards. We recommend:
- Onboard 7.1 Dolby TrueHD / dts-HD lossless bitstreamed digital surround sound via HDMI and/or DVI for gaming and entertainment enthusiasts
- ASUS Xonar Essence STX 2.1 for stereo sound audiophiles
- RME HDSPe AES for multi-channel studio professionals |
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System Drive(s) |
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Please enter your preferred number (min: 1, max: 2) of SSD System Drives in the text fields below. RAID configurations require two SSDs of same size and type.
- Kingston HyperX 3k: up to 540 MB/s read, 510 MB/s write, 85k IOPS
- Samsung 840 EVO: up to 540 MB/s read, 520 MB/s write, 98k IOPS |
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RAID Configuration - System Drive(s) |
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RAID configurations are only available if two System Drives are selected above:
- No RAID: 2 independent drives, 100% capacity, 100% read & write speed
- RAID 1: 2 mirrored drives, 100% redundancy, 50% capacity, 200% read & 100% write speed
- RAID 0: 2 combined drives, 0% redundancy, 100% capacity, 200% read & write speed |
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Storage Drive(s)
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Storage Drives store all your music, movie libraries, & TV recordings and backup your personal data from the SSD System Drive(s). Please enter your preferred number of Storage Drives in the text fields below. Feel free to combine different SSDs and HDDs as you prefer (max: 3 HDDs, 5 drives in total incl. SSD System Drives). We recommend:
- HDDs for large movie/music libraries (WD Red drives are silent, power efficient, cool, and hence ideal for 24/7 media servers; 1,000 GB = 100 Full HD movies or 300k MP3s)
- SSDs for media editing/encoding (SSDs are 100% quiet and up to 5x faster than HDDs) |
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$85.00
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$119.00
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$359.00
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$309.00
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$499.00
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$529.00
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Storage Spaces Configuration |
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Storage Spaces is a Windows integrated software RAID solution. Resiliency configuration options require two or more storage drives. If your preferred configuration option is not listed below, please request it in the comment field at the bottom of this page.
- Parity with 3 drives: Protects against 1 drive failure. Total capacity 67%, decreased speeds
- Mirror with 2 drives: Protects against 1 drive failure. Total capacity 50% |
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Optical Drive |
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| Optical drives do not come bundled with a Blu-ray playback software. We recommend to select CyberLink PowerDVD for Blu-ray playback in the software section further down below. |
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TV Tuner |
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| Choosing a TV tuner enables your system to replace your DVR. Hauppauge Tuners work with Over-the-Air TV (OTA) and support ATSC and QAM standards. European version support DVB (Pal). Ceton HD Cable TV Tuners only work with US cable providers (any). Using two CETON Tuners allows you to watch or record up to 12 HD channels simultaneously. Ceton My Media Center smartphone and tablet apps (iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Windows 8, Nook) allow you to manage your recordings remotely. Recommendation for Live TV is Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center (configurable below). |
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Connectivity
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| The MAVEN features all important connection options as standard. The chassis features front panel HD Audio and USB 3.0 connectors, as well as a SD card reader, all hidden behind a brushed aluminum door, seamlessly integrated into the chassis design. Back panel connectors vary depending on your selected motherboard and graphics card. Additional Wireless options can be configured below. |
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$69.00
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Power Supply |
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All our Power Supply Units (PSU) operate from 110-240V and can be used worldwide. All PSUs are inaudible during idle and low system loads. PSUs with higher output capacity stay cooler, more efficient and more silent on high system loads. Gold PSUs feature a minimum efficiency of 90% and Platinum PSUs of 92%. We recommend
- Seasonic 360 Watt G-Series Gold for system configurations without a dedicated graphics card
- Seasonic 450 Watt G-Series Gold for system configurations with up to a GTX 770
- Seasonic 660 Watt X-Series Gold and Seasonic 860 Watt Platinum-Series for system configurations with a GTX 780 and higher |
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Interior Cabling |
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| Every single cable is carefully routed through the system and tucked away for improved airflow and clean looks. We recommend the MAVEN Custom Cabling for maximized air flow and immaculate interior looks. All custom cables are tailored to precisely fit the MAVEN chassis. A Power Supply with fully-modular connectors is required for Custom Cabling. |
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Cooling |
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| All our systems feature liquid cooling solutions which dissipate heat extremely efficiently. We solely use Gentle Typhoon (GT) fans with high-precision ball bearing and radiator-optimized blade design. The fan speed is variable depending on system temperatures. This allows for highest cooling performance while making our systems ultra-silent. The Pre-Sealed Liquid Cooling solution is ideal for maintenance-free operation and upgrading components such as graphics cards later on. |
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Operating System |
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| Please select your preferred edition of Windows 8.1 64-Bit. Windows 8.1 Pro provides additional features like receiving Remote Desktop Connections, file encryption, and domain participation. Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center supports the use of TV Tuner cards and enables Live TV functionality, fully replacing your DVR. If you would like an operating system language other than English, or need Windows 7 instead of Windows 8, please specify your preference in the comment field at the bottom of this page. |
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Software
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We recommend the following apps:
- Shark007 Codec Pack and x64 Components is free and enables playback of a wide range of audio and video file types, incl. divx, flac, flv, mkv, ogg, xvid, mp3, and many more
- CyberLink Power DVD enables playback of HD and 3D Blu-rays and supports 7.1 Dolby TrueHD / dts-HD lossless bitstreamed digital surround sound |
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Couchmaster Lapdesk |
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The COUCHMASTER is an innovative, European-handmade lapdesk for mouse and keyboard, bringing the desktop PC experience to your living room. It is the perfect support equipment for long comfortable gaming sessions and for ergonomic working on your living room TV. Two large faux leather covered support cushions carry your forearms optimally while the crossboard holds all mice, keyboards, and accessories. The Pro version comes with USB extension cord and integrated USB 3.0 hub which provides connections for up to 4 USB devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard, headset, USB charger, etc.). Latest chip and cable technology makes it possible to operate the hub and devices without a dedicated power cable.
COUCHMASTER Basic includes the following parts and accessories: - Sturdy, lightweight faux leather covered wooden crossboard (34x12x1.5 in or 85x30x4 cm) - 2 faux leather covered side support sushions (24x10x7 in or 60x25x18 cm) - 2 wrist pads, faux leather - 8 ft of Velcro to affix wrist pads and gaming equipment to the crossboard
COUCHMASTER Pro includes the following parts and accessories: - Sturdy, lightweight plastic crossboard with integrated cable management solutions (34x12x1.5 in or 85x30x4 cm) - 2 faux leather covered side support sushions (24x10x7 in or 60x25x18 cm) - 3 wrist pads, faux leather - 8 ft of Velcro to affix wrist pads and gaming equipment to the crossboard - USB 3.0 Hub with 4 Ports (max 900 mA, no dedicated power cable required) - 16 ft (5 m) Active USB 3.0 Extension Cable (black)
Price is including shipping cost. |
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Mouse & Keyboard
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There are multiple ways to control your STEIGER DYNAMICS Home Theater PC. There is a wide variation of Smartphone and Tablet Remote Control Apps like Splashtop or Microsoft Remote Control. For Media Center and regular PC usage, we recommend the Logitech TK820 Keyboard/Touchpad combo. For serious gaming or working from the couch, we recommend wired or wireless Mouse & Keyboard with a hard mousepad, either directly from the sofa and lap or with the COUCHMASTER above. ROCCAT mice and keyboards are extremely precise and perfectly suited for gaming and work. For wireless operation, we highly recommend the Logitech devices listed below. |
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$79.00
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$159.00
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Other Peripherals
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Complement your living room computing experience with useful peripherals.
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$209.00
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Accessories
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Every STEIGER DYNAMICS system comes with complimentary accessories to ensure plug & play experience and to keep all included spare parts and documents in one place.
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Manufacturing Service |
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| Every STEIGER DYNAMICS system is custom built-to-order from scratch. Depending on your configuration and availability of parts, manufacturing your system will take up to 15 business days after the order was successfully processed. If you are dying to fire up your STEIGER DYNAMICS system as soon as possible, we offer a 5 business day Priority Build Service. |
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Warranty & Support |
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All components built into our systems are of highest quality and go through rigorous quality control before they are installed. We are convinced that a no-compromise product like a STEIGER DYNAMICS Home Theater PC deserves only the very best product support. This means:
- Every system is complemented with a 2 year limited warranty
- We support our products in-house by the very engineers who build them via remote desktop, live chat, email, and phone support
- Our US-based support will help you with any trouble even after your warranty period ended; this includes free labor on maintenance and part upgrades |
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The STEIGER DYNAMICS Experience
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| The STEIGER DYNAMICS Engineer Signature Badge carries the signature of the engineer who handcrafted your system and who will be your primary contact should you ever require support. We are dedicated to fulfill a no-compromise standard when it comes to system performance, quality, and support dependability. This is based on the SD Experience pillars: |
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