Digital Storm Bolt - Now Better Than Ever!

Digital Storm Upgrades Bolt – World’s Thinnest Gaming PC – In Response to Customer & Media Feedback without Raising Price

Custom designed power supply, new ventilation system, and upgraded components have class-leading Bolt running even faster and quieter




Fremont, Calif. - (December 19, 2012) – Digital Storm, the predominant name in computer system integration and engineering, is excited to announce it has made Bolt, the slimmest custom designed gaming computer on the market, even better. Acting on feedback from customers and the media, Digital Storm redesigned Bolt to run quieter with improved airflow, upgraded its Level 3 configuration, and now offers two new paint options without raising the price.

Despite the fanfare and tremendous success of the Bolt launch this past fall; the Digital Storm engineering team felt the need to address concerns regarding system noise levels and a glossy finish that seemed to attract fingerprints. The team contacted power supply manufacturer Sparkle to create a custom quiet fan profile for the server class 500W Gold Plus PSU. Digital Storm then added a new side vent to improve overall chassis airflow.   

With an improved chassis design, the team then turned its attention to paint options, looking for solutions befitting the most powerful thin form factor tower PC ever. Digital Storm decided on two matte options – an aggressive metallic gunmetal and stylish pearl white.   

“When we (Digital Storm) design a system it has to stand up to our core principles -- performance, support, and value,” said Rajeev Kuruppu, Digital Storm’s Director of Product Development. “Our original design was outstanding, but after listening to customers and reading media reviews we knew we could raise Bolt’s design to an even higher plateau. The result of the changes we made is a sleek and quiet system design, capable of going toe to toe with any full-sized tower-style desktop.”

Digital Storm also decided to upgrade the already bleeding edge hardware available on its Bolt Level 3 configuration. The company replaced the Intel Core i5 3570K processor with an overclockable i7 3770K CPU and upgraded the 60GB SSD to a 120GB SSD, all while keeping the base price at an affordable $1,599.

Prior to shipping to the customer, each Digital Storm system undergoes a rigorous 72-Hour Stress-Test. Digital Storm technicians stress-test and benchmark the system via industry standard testing software coupled with a proprietary testing process that detects components which can be prone to future failure.

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Edited by Alex - 19 Dec 2012 at 12:26pm

That looks very nice.

Glad to see that you all like it!

I just got done reading the Maximum PC review in my magazine, and now I get this email. My current Digital Storm system is two years old and going strong, so I must resist the urge.... for now!

The only problem I see with the new Bolt is that I'd want one in each color!

Nicely done once again Digital Storm team!

Its like a baby black sheep.

Very clean -- very powerful.

I love it.

We just posted a video of the Bolt:



Edited by Alex - 11 Jan 2013 at 5:14pm

I wish i could buy 1 of every model you guys make. Looks awesome!

 

Whats the next big thing being worked on? A gaming AIO?

[QUOTE=Alex] Digital Storm Upgrades Bolt – World’s Thinnest Gaming PC – In Response to Customer & Media Feedback without Raising Price

I think my post is gonna get deleted, but I just wanna say that I see ibuprofen got a similar small atx tower similar to the Bolt.

My first reaction is that the bolt looks like a Wii, which is sexy

the ibuprofen company one looks more like an xbox.

not 100% sure about specs, just saying from looks

Nope, DS is pretty good about that. 

That's actually a really good question. I would imagine the bolt can operate on its side (with proper airflow), but I don't think I've seen it addressed. 

Edited by Tidgxor - 18 Apr 2013 at 9:14pm

Originally posted by Alex Yes! We do have a stand in production that will allow customers to lay it flat and it keeps the vents from getting blocked. It's going to be on the site in a week or so as a drop down under the paint job for the Bolt. ETA price is $30-$40.

thats good to hear..

i'll keep an eye out for it..

thanks!!

Will those of us who already own the Bolt be able to purchase one?
bron

Originally posted by Bronwen Will those of us who already own the Bolt be able to purchase one?bron

AS a bolt owner, what are your thoughts on it? (if you dont mind sharing)

curious to know about the cooling, i intend to purchase one with either the 690/TITAN GPU, and i can only imagine they produce some heat.. and in small case, that is a concern.. along with OC'ing the CPU..

any info you can provide, would be greatly appreciated..

thanks..

Come on Tuesday!!!!