Designed for applications that include Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, FXhome HitFilm, MAGIX Vegas Pro, Grass Valley EDIUS, Assimilate SCRATCH, and The Foundry NUKE, the EDGE XT2i Creative Pro Workstation from NextComputing provides a balance of hardware to let users get the most out of their video editing software and focus on creating advanced content. The system is powered by a 3.3 GHz Intel Core i9-10940X 14-Core processor and 19.25MB of cache memory, all of which will allow you to run multiple applications simultaneously and provide significant performance gains when running multi-threaded tasks. If more power is needed, the CPU can deliver extra performance by increasing its clock speed up to 4.8 GHz utilizing Intel's Turbo Boost technology. System performance is further enhanced by 128GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 RAM, which allows you to quickly access frequently used files and programs. It comes in an 8 x 16GB configuration and be upgraded to 256GB by using a 32GB module in each of the eight 288-pin DIMM slots.

For storage of your files, this system is equipped with both a 1TB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD and 512GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD. If you want to add external storage drives, optical drives, printers, memory card readers, or other peripherals, the EDGE XT2i features two 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 ports, both of which support DisplayPort video output, one 10 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, six 5 Gb/s USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and two 480 Mb/s USB-A 2.0 ports. For users who wish to add additional components to the drive bays, there are four 3.5" bays and three 2.5" drive bays, plus one empty M.2 slot that supports SATA III and PCIe 3.0 x4 SSDs.

The dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card has 16GB of GDDR6X RAM and delivers a sharp, clear picture, while allowing for four simultaneous displays to be used via its HDMI 2.1a and DisplayPort 1.4 outputs at resolutions up to 4K at 240 Hz or 8K at 60 Hz. Whether you are listening to music, watching a movie, or playing a game, the integrated Realtek HD AC1220A audio controller outputs high-definition audio and delivers higher fidelity than standard audio controllers. Wired network connectivity is achieved using one 5 Gigabit Ethernet port and one Gigiabit Ethernet port, or take advantage of Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) for wireless network connectivity. Additional wireless peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse, and headset may be paired using Bluetooth 5.0 technology.

The NextComputing EDGE XT2i Creative Pro Workstation includes a Logitech MK270 wireless keyboard and mouse, plus a power cord. The installed operating system is Windows 10 Pro (64-bit).

Intel Core i9 14-Core (10th Gen)    128GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 RAM    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB GDDR6X)    1TB M.2 NVMe SSD | 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD    1 x GbE Port | 1 x 5GbE Port    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Bluetooth 5.0    Thunderbolt 3 | USB-C 3.1 Gen 2    USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 | USB-A 2.0    Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Included    Windows 10 Pro (64-Bit)

After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.

Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Notebook, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.

After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.

For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.

Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.

Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.

The Pro version of Windows 10 includes all of the features of Windows 10 Home plus many designed specifically for business users, including Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker disk encryption, and remote desktop access. Devices will also be able to join domains and the Azure Active Directory, and they can even access a specialized version of the Windows Store featuring custom, company-specific applications.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. This tablet comes with a pen in the box. The recommended accessories include a tablet pro pen. Do i need to buy the extra pen(s)?

A: I found that the pen in the box is doing a wonderful job for me (as a freelance designer), works well on the tablet and with Adobe's Creative Suite. I suggest trying it out first and seeing if it meets your particular needs before spending the extra money.

Q: 2. Can you use a memory card reader to expand storage on this tablet? What kind of storage does it have?

A: No, it wouldn't be possible. This device doesn't have any built in storage. It is a drawing tablet only meant for drawing and editing alone.

Q: 3. Is this portable without having to take the laptop? We're looking for one my son can use while away from the house, then download onto the computer when he returns home.

A: This is not a computer or have any memory. It would need a computer to connect to. Attached will be more what you are looking for.

Q: 4. I have a 27inch iMac and am looking to get a new Wacom tablet. I'll primarily use this for editing photos and wanted to ask if there are other photographers that are currently editing with this tablet and if you would recommend the medium or large size. Does anyone find any fault with the medium size? I would prefer to keep more desk space, but not if it sacrificies any part of the actual editing workflow. Thanks in advance.

A: Yes there are, in regards to the tablet size it depends on which type of media, the size of the media and your budget.

Q: 5. Do these gels work the original mag grips?

A: Yes the MagMod Pro Creative Gels will work on the original Magmod Grip.

Q: 6. I would like to get the 5-Button Mouse accessory however Wacom says it works only with the Intuous 5&4 tablets. Are they the same as the Intuous Pro Pen & Touch tablet? Will this mouse work with the Intuous Pro?

A: yes sure it works

Q: 7. Can you use the tablet with Adobe software such as photoshop illustrator etc ?

A: The Black and Silver Wacom Intuos (medium) from B&H is actually my stepdaughter's. She has just begun to use it a little so she can't really give much feedback. However, I myself have a Black Wacom Intuos model PTH-651 (medium) and have used it with my Corel Paint program very successfully. My guess is that it works similarly well with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, but better ask someone else who has used it with the specific Adobe programs you use, just to be sure.

Q: 8. Which texture has this tablet? Standard or Smooth?

A: This would be the standard finish.

Q: 9. how do i set up the wacom tablet to start using it?

A: Depends on what computer you have but as soon as you plug in star working, be sure to update drivers.

Q: 10. Does this work with light Room CC?

A: I bought this tablet about a year ago from B&H. Yes this works great with Lightroom CC and Photoshop. It also works with other software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. I am also using the tablet with Capture One. Good it well