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Features
The
new and improved MX2 is loaded with great new features. Let's have a
closer look at them.
The Display
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The
front of the display does not look any different than the original MX2.
The PC Bay inserts are now available in black, beige and brushed aluminum.
It's when we turn the display over that we reveal some new connectors located
on one side of unit. There are three fan headers which will allow
you to have more control of your fans and four connectors that can be used for
temperature monitoring.
Optional Internal USB cable
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You
can now use an internal USB cable rather than the included external cable to
hook up your display. The cable is nice and thin and will
eliminate cable clutter. One end of the cable has bare leads but
the package includes that second black header. There is a reason it
ships this way. The pinout of your USB headers may vary by
motherboard manufacturer. You will first need to determine the
pinout orientation before attaching the included header.
Connecting it internally is optional and this is mainly for advanced users who
would like to eliminate additional cable clutter. The package comes with
very good detailed instructions but if you go this route, it is important that
you are certain as to how it should be connected to prevent the display from
being damaged.
Optional Indicator LED Bus
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You
can now connect an optional Indicator LED bus to the MX2 which will allow you
to enhance its functionality and appearance. This accessory will
allow you to have visual indications from LCDC based on a given event such as
low hard drive space, new email, etc. The package includes instructions
and a drill template to be able to mount the bus on your case. Again,
this is optional, but if you decided to install it, you will first need to
find a good place to mount it and you will need an 8mm drill bit for the
holes. Also included is the cable which is easily attached to the back
of your MX2 display. A very nice addition which we will be testing
a bit later in this review.
Temperature monitoring and probes
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One
of the best new features is the ability to use the display to monitor
temperature using temp probes instead of relying with software like
Motherboard Monitor. Those four white
connectors on the back of the MX2 can be used to connect these optional
temperature probes, allowing you to monitor temperatures without having to go
through software like Motherboard Monitor. The connectors and cables are
the same used in Wake on LAN (WOL) cables. The temp probes look
quite different than those unreliable flat ones we are used to seeing.
These are said to be highly accurate and you can connect up to four, giving
you plenty to monitor.
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