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Windows 7 is now the most powerful operating system for audio + video production. Rain tunes the OS to ensure optimum performance and maximum compatibility with your creative software and hardware.

Windows 7 Home Premium [64-bit]
Windows 7 is an amazing redesign of the classic operating used by millions of people around the world. To make sure you have the very best performance, stability and compatibility, Rain specially tunes your operating system based on tireless testing and certification with popular creative software and hardware from Pro Tools and Cubase to the Adobe Creative Suite and Maya by AutoDesk.

Windows 7 Pro [64-bit]
Windows 7 Pro is often recommended by software developers for professional production and performance. It also adds features incluing Remote Desktop Client (RDC), Windows XP Mode, and advanced backup and restore options helpful for keeping your data safe and secure.

Introducing the new generation of Intel processors. Code named "Ivy Bridge", these new quad-core chips feature an additional L3 cache, Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 and Hyper Threading. With speeds up to 2.7GHz and an amazing 16GB of memory, nothing can stand in your way.

Your Rain computer uses 1333MHz DDR3 Dual Channel memory. By using matched pairs of memory modules, overall performance is increased. The memory in your Rain computer is designed for high reliability, low latency and low heat.

How memory works.
Unlike a hard drive, Random Access Memory (RAM) has no moving parts. So data transfer is many times faster than a conventional hard drive. The combination of a powerful processor and a large amount of main memory creates a system capable of more tracks, effects, layers, plug-ins and virtual instruments.

The high performance hard drives in your Rain computer are engineered for fast data transfer up to 3Gb/s. Each HDD operates at 7200RPM, using a 16MB cache (buffer) to prevent the data bottlenecks that lead to glitches, dropouts and distortion.

You can also configure your Rain with the new generation of Solid State Drives (SSD) for light speed streaming. With no moving parts, SSD gives you instant access to all your data. The SATA III connection streams your media files at up to 3 gigabits per second.

A word about batteries.
Your Rain has a high tech Li-Ion battery capable of anywhere from 3 to 7 hours. But other things come into play when you're talking about audio, video and graphics production.

A couple things to think about:

High power, high power-consumption.
If you maxed out your Rain with a quad-core processor, high performance video card, lots of memory and multiple hard drives, keep in mind that all those things eat up a lot of power and will affect your battery life.

Tuned for performance, not battery life.
We carefully tuned your Rain computer for the best performance and stability. Part of that process sometimes involves temporarily disabling power management features. A RainCare Technician can help you turn them on when you're getting ready for a trip.

Keep it plugged in when possible.
The battery in your Rain can be convenient. But the very best way to ensure a smooth session is by keeping all your gear plugged into a reliable power source whenever possible.

Tiny, fast, holds a ton of stuff.
Introducing the new generation of StormDrive, a portable USB 3.0 hard drive that's fast enough for audio and video but small enough to fit in your pocket. Just plug it in to your desktop or laptop computer and you're streaming up to 4.8 gigabits per second before you can say "wow, that's fast".

Choose a SSD for even faster streaming.
We know the last thing you want to do is wait around for your media. So the new StormDrive offers you a choice of high performance hard drives up to 750 gigabytes or the next generation of Solid State Drive (SSD) technology for instant access to every inch of your data, up to 512 gigabytes.

Features

• Designed for digital audio and video
• Sleek, heat-resistant enclosure
• Super Speed USB 3.0 streams up to 4.8Gb/s (compatible with USB 2.0)
• 500GB or 750GB High Performance drive
• 256GB or 512GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Bus powered by computer via included USB cable
• Compatible with all USB 3.0 eqiupped computers

The easiest way to Get Creative.
Sure, you can do the technical stuff. But wouldn't you rather get down to making music and movies? Even if there's nothing wrong with your Rain computer, you can book an Ensemble Plug & Play session for help with your software, hardware, installation and tune-ups1.

Things we can do during your Ensemble Plug & Play session

• Log into your computer remotely to diagnose and solve issues.
• Install, setup and test your creative hardware and software.
• Expertly tune your complete system for the best performance.
• Create a custom recovery solution and disk image for your complete setup.
• Lots of other things. Just ask!

The official Ensemble playbook

• A single session is about 30 minutes (give or take a few).
• You can combine multiple sessions if you need more time.
• You can purchase additional sessions in the Rain Custom Shop.
• All Rain computers include one FREE Rain Ensemble Plug & Play Session.
• Your Rain Ensemble Plug & Play Sessions do not expire. Keep 'em 'till ya need 'em.
• Integration is limited to one piece of software (Cubase, Adobe CS, etc) and one piece of hardware (Mbox, Decklink, etc) per session.