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Hello everyone,

Below are some RAM options ranging from PC2 6400 to PC3 12800. I am a bit confused about performance with all of the options out there. I assume that with equal clock speed (i.e....

As far as your question regarding PC2-6400 vs PC2-8500 RAM, here is a list of 2GB PC2-8500 kits that are in a similar price range to the PC2-6400 memory you listed.

OCZ Reaper HPC 2GB (2 x 1GB)...

Here is a link from the WM about the OEM/retail thing.
http://compreviews.about.com/od/general/a/OEM.htm

The MOBO should have no problem with an IDE optical drive. As for performance, I don't...

pruesdn,

Welcome to all the fun (well, mostly fun) :D

You have posted an Intel motherboard and an AMD CPU. That is not a compatible combination.

The E8400 is a very good Intel processor...

I can probably stick with XP 32 bit for most of my needs, but it seems a bit silly to have brand new 64 bit hardware, and still use a 32 bit OS.

I have a bit of a quandary in that I am a...

Very good, then it sounds like I can go ahead and order the OS.

On another tack, what do you know about XP 64 bit? I am inclined to go that route since all of my hardware is new and I would...

Nice article, I would recommend it for any new builder.

I also read this article which had similar information.
http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/glossary/f/oemsoftware.htm

It looks like the...

I will be building my new desktop soon and I will be using XP pro as the windows OS. I have thought about just sticking the old drive in the new box (or restoring an old OS image) to see if I can...

Thanks, I suspect that there is some heat coming off of the RAM, so I guess you will pick some up no matter which direction you get your ventilation from.

I think that the six fans blowing from...

RickyTick,

I just was looking at the Vend2 and the GA-EP45T-DS3R. The MOBO is well designed with respect to the positioning of the RAM and there is actually plenty of room for the Vend2 in the...

Thanks for the advice. The OCZ 1333 lists for $220 after rebate and so is a bit cheaper.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227293

The OCZ 1333 has a latency of 6, does...

I am looking at memory options for the build that I previously posted on (see below).

I am considering the following:
CORSAIR XMS3 DHX 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 ($235)...

As for the CPU cooler, the OCZ Vendetta2, which has scored very well in recent evaluations, is available at MicroCenter for $35 ($20 after rebate).
...

RickyTick,

Thanks for the post. I will probably go with the OCZ Vendetta II, as long as I can get it to fit. I am reasonable pleased with the stock cooler on my E8400, but I am moving up to a...

I am getting ready to replace my 2001 Gateway. Hopefully I will have everything ready before it dies.

This is what I am considering:

Case: Antec 1200 (already got this on sale at MicroCenter...

I am assuming that you are using an ASUS motherboard because PC Probe is ASUS software (I think), it that correct?

If the alarm is from the PC Probe software and not directly from the motherboard,...

The temperature sensing software attaches to a physical temperature sensor located somewhere, often directly under the CPU. It is possible that the PC Probe II software is connecting to the wrong...

I was wondering if someone could recommend testing software that will run on 64 bit Linux (Ubuntu 7.10). I know that Orthos and Prime95 are common programs, but I don't think they supported on...

MinGraphics,

There is an excellent video tutorial on youtube covering how to install the Intel CPU cooler. I found the link in a posting from another group.
...

Thanks,

I found a utility called "Computer Temperature Monitor" that I could add to the panel, apparently it was already installed, just not displayed. It just gives the temp, which is running at...

My idle temp has gone down to 31-33 degrees. It says on the AS web page that the ceramique thermal compound has to go through several thermal cycles of heating and being allowed to cool in order to...

Do you think that my CPU will remain under ~70 at load if it is at 36 for idle? This may be a very un-informed question.

I still think that my idle temperature is too high. My case does not have...

The only thing I have to check the temp is the "PC Health" screen of the BIOS setup, since I have not installed the OS yet. I was hesitant to install the OS with it running 43 degrees at idle, I...

RickyTick,

Thanks for ringing in. No, according to the AS instructions I removed the pre-applied thermal compound with isopropyl alcohol and a coffee filter. I applied a small amount of AS...

I have just finished putting together my new 64 bit box with the following components.

E8400, GA-P35-DS3R LGA 775, OCZ Reaper 2GB DDR2 1150MHZ. The PSU is a Cooler Master eXtreme Power 500W and...