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Luxa2 Now Available

Posted 11:07am 8th February, 2010

**Luxa2 Home Theatre cases, Laptop Coolers & iPhone Holder!**
Introducing Luxa2:
Designed and manufactured by Thermaltake, the Luxa2 Series was created in 2009, with the design philosophies of simplicity, luxury and unique lifestyle. The core design theory of Luxa2 starts from simple shapes blended with luxury elements, which combine to create unique flavours appealing to the tastes of different market segments like creative professionals, mobile bloggers, leisure seekers, hip technology devotees, entertainment junkies and Apple Mac lovers.

Luxa2 represents the emerging trend of individuality and personalisation of technology within the IT industry, the segment once occupied only by the enthusiast, but now the domain of anyone wanting to do more with the technology at their fingertips. Not only do people want function, but they also crave aesthetic appeal. Not only have Luxa2 products achieved this goal; they have exceeded the expectations of both consumers and IT resellers alike. Nothing is quite like the exquisite craftsmanship with resplendent aesthetics and elegant design styles represented by the Thermaltake Luxa2 product range. Simplicity, luxury and lifestyle combined form the basis for this range, enabling technology that is “Uniquely You”.

For full Luxa2 range, click HERE

G.Skill Memory / SSD

Posted 10:43am 4th February, 2010

**G.Skill Memory & Solid State Drives now added!**

We have added on a selected range of G.Skill DDR3 memory, including the Ripjaws & Trident Series.
The G.Skill Falcon & Falcon II Series Solid State drives have also been added, ranging from 64GB to 256GB in size.

Full DDR3 listing HERE
Full SSD listing HERE

G.Skill also have a memory configurator listed HERE

iHome Dual Alarm Clock

Posted 5:05pm 3rd February, 2010

**iHome iP9 Dual Alarm Clock Radio for your iPhone/iPod**

Universal dock with dial adjust fits docking iPod models
Dual Alarm Clock Radio for your iPhone/iPod with FM presets and Remote Control


Features:
* Wake to iPhone/iPod, playlists, FM radio or buzzer
* Plays and charges iPhone and docking iPod models
* Bass, Treble, 3D and Balance controls
* Reson8 ported cabinet stereo speakers
* Remote controls unit and iPhone/iPod menus
* Line-in to listen to other aux audio sources
* New features: wake to custom playlist, adjustable snooze, easy to use interface, remote with iPod navigation
* Output: 6 watts total power output
* FM radio or buzzer
* Weekday/weekend alarm settings
* Programmable snooze times
* Charges iPhone or iPod while docked
* High-fi delity stereo drivers in specially designed Reson8 speaker chambers deliver astounding clarity, depth, and power
* Gradual Wake and Gradual Sleep increase/decrease Alarm/Sleep volume so as not to startle the user
* Full function remote control controls unit and iPhone/iPod menu functions
* Dual alarm with FM presets
* Bass, treble, 3D and balance controls for best sound
* Extra-large, backlit custom LCD Display with dimmer
* ST switch for quick summer time adjustment
* Backlit buttons

Available in White or Black

Full details listed HERE

TomTom GPS

Posted 4:40pm 3rd February, 2010

**We have recently updated our selection of TomTom GPS Devices**
The following models are now listed:
- TomTom Go 750
- TomTom Go 950
- TomTom One
- TomTom One 140
- TomTom XL 340
- TomTom XL 540
- TomTom Start (PC User 85%)
- TomTom Rider

Full GPS range listed HERE

Blu-Ray Players

Posted 4:00pm 3rd February, 2010

**We have recently updated our selection of standalone Blu-Ray players**
The following models are now listed:
Samsung
- BD-P1600 (PC User 80%)
- BD-P3600 (PC User 80%)
Sharp
- BDHP21X
- BDHP50X
Sony
- BDPS360
- BDPS560
- BDPS760 (PC User 90%)

Full range listed HERE

Upcoming PC Games

Posted 10:01am 2nd February, 2010

**Upcoming PC Gaming Titles arriving at Scorptec!**

1. Bioshock 2
Release Date: 9th February 2010

2. Napoleon Total War
Release Date: 25th February 2010

3. Supreme Commander 2
Release Date: 1st March 2010

4. Assassins Creed 2 - White Edition
Release Date: 1st March 2010

5. Battlefield Bad Company 2 Limited Edition
Release Date: 4th March 2010

6. Dawn of War 2 Chaos Rising
Release Date: 11th March 2010

7. Command and Conquer 4 Tiberian Twilight
Release Date: 18th March 2010

If you are interested in any other upcoming or current games, please let us know.

Windows 7 Upgrade Option

Posted 12:01pm 29th January, 2010

**Windows 7 OEM Upgrade Option Program Information**

End of Program Eligibility Period Details

The following is a list of important program details that customers with qualifying OEM copies of Windows Vista should be aware of as the end of the Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program eligibility period approaches.

• PCs purchased prior to January 31st, 2010 MUST have the upgrade offer form to qualify for the Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program. Note: Only systems ordered with a qualifying version of Vista will have received the upgrade offer forms.

• If you purchased an OEM copy of Vista in the eligibility period but do not have an offer form, it is because the OEM Vista purchased was not eligible for the upgrade.

• PCs purchased after January 31st, 2010 are not qualified for the Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program.

• OEM Windows 7 upgrade offers that are still in PC system boxes after January 31st are no longer valid.

• The http://www.windows7upgradeoption.com website will accept upgrade requests from qualifying customers who received an upgrade offer form with their PC until February 28th, 2010.

• All Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program media requested by program-qualifying end users will be fulfilled to those end users on or before April 30th, 2010. No Windows 7 Upgrade media will be distributed to end users after April 30th, 2010.

Samsung Bonus Gifts

Posted 10:00am 27th January, 2010

**Life has its Bonuses!**

Life has its bonuses and Samsung has three fantastic bonus gifts for you to chose from.

Simply purchase over $1000 of Samsung IT products between 11th January & 14th February 2010.

For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

Fuji Xerox 3 Year Wty

Posted 11:52am 21st January, 2010

**Fuji Xerox Printers Dressed for Success Promo!**

For a limited time only, Fuji Xerox is extending the standard manufacturers' warranty on eligible Fuji Xerox printers purchased between 1st January 2010 and 31st March 2010 from 1 year to 3 years!

Eligible Printers:
3 Year warranty offer (2 additional years beyond the standard warranty) available on the following models:
DocuPrint 340A, Phaser 3435DN, Phaser 4510, Phaser 4510DX, DocuPrint 2065, DocuPrint 3055, Phaser 5550, DocuPrint C2200, DocuPrint C3300DX, Phaser 6360,
Phaser 8560, DocuPrint C2120, DocuPrint C3055DX, DocuPrint C3290FS, Phaser 8560MFP, WorkCentre 3220, WorkCentre 4150 and DocuPrint C1190

For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

Asus UL50VT Turbo

Posted 5:54pm 20th January, 2010

**ASUS Back to School Promo: UL50VT-Turbo Notebook!**

Why is UL50VT-Turbo Perfect For Your Study?
- PC User rated 85%... "factory-overclocked notebook & the battery life is brilliant!"

UnLimited Performance, Infinite Possibilities:
- The new ASUS UL Series features an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo SU7300 processor with the exclusive ASUS Turbo33 Technology.
- It acts as a performance booster to provide you with stability for process intensive multi-tasking, smoother videos and online streaming.
- With ASUS Turbo33 Technology, users can experience enhanced system performance of up to 33% on the ASUS UL Series.

UnLimited Battery Life:
- Equipped with ASUS Pwer4Gear Technology, the UL50VT has an impressive battery life up to 12 hours for all-day computing.
- ASUS Power4Gear Technology facilitates the deployment and usage of power according to the users' preferences in relation to the specific tasks that they need to perform.
- It also provides users with the option to turn off hardware devices to conserve more energy, and works in conjunction with an Intel® Core™ 2 Duo ultra-low voltage processor for maximum energy efficiency.

UnLimited Mobility, Limitless Discoveries:
- Be mesmerized by the slimness that is the UnLimited Series.
- Measuring less than 1-inch slim in profile, the ASUS UnLimited Series features a lightweight yet highly robust brushed-aluminium lid which protects it from day-to-day bumps and abrasions.

--SPECIAL OFFER--
If any student purchases before 31st March 2010, you will receive a FREE upgrade to 3 Year Global Warranty valued at $199 - when you present your student ID.

For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

Canon Bonus Gifts...

Posted 11:09am 14th January, 2010

**Canon Printers have you covered - Back to Work/School Promo!**

Buy a selected Canon PIXMA or Laser printer to receive your Bonus Gift...

To be eligible you must have purchased a selected Canon PIXMA or Laser printer from Scorpion Technology between 11th January 2010 and 31st March 2010.

Participating PIXMA Models:

Any Canon LASER printers (excluding model number LBP3100B)

To claim your Bonus Gift simply visit www.canon.com.au/printerpromotion/step1 to register your purchase and select your gift.

Please note you must make your redemption before 30th April 2010.

For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

Norton cash backs...

Posted 2:30pm 13th January, 2010

**Norton Receive up to $40 Cash Back Promotion!**

Purchase any Norton 360 v3.0 or Internet Security 2010 retail pack by 19th March 2010 and receive the following cash back:

  • Norton 360 v3.0, 3 User $40 Cash Back
  • Norton 360 v3.0, 3 User USB $40 Cash Back
  • Norton 360 v3.0, 5 User $40 Cash Back
  • Norton 360 v3.0, 10 User $40 Cash Back
  • Norton Internet Security 2010, 3 User USB $20 Cash Back
  • Norton Internet Security 2010, 10 User $20 Cash Back

  • For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

    Epson cash backs...

    Posted 2:00pm 13th January, 2010

    **Epson Receive up to $70 Cash Back Promotion!**

    Purchase selected Epson Multifunction/Inkjet printers between 4th January 2010 & 28th February 2010 and receive the following cash back:

  • Epson Stylus TX110 $10 Cash Back
  • Epson Stylus Office TX300F $30 Cash Back
  • Epson Stylus Photo TX650 $30 Cash Back
  • Epson Stylus Photo TX710W $70 Cash Back
  • Epson Stylus Photo TX810FW $70 Cash Back
  • Epson Stylus Office T1100 $50 Cash Back

  • For terms, conditions and claiming click HERE

    Intel Clarkdale Launch

    Posted 3:35pm 8th January, 2010

    **New Intel Core i3 and Core i5 Processors have launched today!**

    Clarkdale - Intel's 1st 32nm desktop processor.

    Graphics integration - enhances performance and features with lower platform power and footprint.

    Key Features:
    - Intel Turbo Boost Technology (Core i5 only)
    - Intel Hyper-Threading Technology
    - Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD
    - Integrated Memory Controller w/ 2 Channel DDR3
    - AES-NI Acceleration (Core i5 6xx Only)

    Clarkdale CPU Line-up:
    - Intel® Core™ i3 530 (2.93GHz / 733MHz Graphics)
    - Intel® Core™ i3 540 (3.06GHz / 733Mhz Graphics)
    - Intel® Core™ i5 650 (3.20GHz / 733MHz Graphics)
    - Intel® Core™ i5 661 (3.33GHz / 900MHz Graphics)
    - Intel® Core™ i5 670 (3.46GHz / 733MHz Graphics)

    Scorptec System Line-up:
    - Hornet Silver
    - Hornet Gold
    - Mantis HTPC

    SteelSeries Gaming Gear

    Posted 11:08am 23rd September, 2009

    **SteelSeries Gaming Gear is back @ Scorptec!**

    SteelSeries Headsets

    SteelSeries Mice

    Mouse Pads

    SteelSeries Keyboards

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