txtmstrjoe

For a chip with a CPU multiplier over 10x (the Opty 180 has a 12x multiplier), motherboard choice isn't as crucial. On the other hand, I would always want to get the best possible board that your budget will allow.

Accordingly, I would recommend any of the following:

• DFI LANParty UT nF4 Ultra-D
• DFI LANParty UT nF4 SLI-D/SLI-DR/SLI-DR Expert
• DFI LANParty UT CFX3200-DR
• Abit KN8-SLI (very underrated motherboard)
• ASUS A8N32-SLI Deluxe
• Biostar TForce 6100-939 (mATX monster)

The motherboards I've put in bold I have experience with.

Incidentally, I'm looking to unload a board or two. If you want, PM me for more particulars.

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boonie2

offering up my extras here to my fellow 939rs also


1} DFI LANPARTY NF4 ULTRA D
2} 2-1GB OCZ PLATINUM DDR400 2-3-2-5
3} 1GB ADATA 2-512MB DDR500
4} THERMALRIGHT S128 COOLER W/FAN
5] THERMALRIGHT NORTHBRIDGE COOLER HR-05 SLI
6} A8N SLI DELUXE MOTHERBAORD
7} ARTIC FREEZER 64 PRO
8} EITHER 2-1GB G-SKILL HZ DDR500 {or} 2-1GB CORSAIR XMS DDR500 {havent decided which set yet}


I hope this doesnt violate any rules here but I wanted to offer these up to you guyz and ladies here first .... pictures can be sent via email of each of these

GuardianOdin

BAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! VideoCard driver lock-up! with S&M with 1:34 minutes to go. I ran the high test for 90 minutes ....and the damn Nvidia drivers lock up.

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vwgti

Sorry to hear that G.O. Is the gfx currently overclocked als were you also including the gpu in the set of tests?

GuardianOdin

yeah it was overclocked. I completely forgot to set it back to default. Poooo


Good news it seems is the CPU is ok.I could never pass S&M before so I reckon that's a bonus.I'm going to run it again while taking a nap.

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vwgti

Nice one, glad too see you got your 3 gs back. Its amazing that stripping a chip can reap you the benefits you need. Are you going to test 3.1 next? Or just be happy with what you have?

GuardianOdin

I'll try for 3.1Ghz when I get a watercooled set-up. Right now I'm testing a few Mhz at a time. Fine tune it as I reach higher OC.

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nategr8ns

sign me up for these boss!

I think you still have my e-mail, but if you don't PM me

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vwgti

Well guys Im placing my order tommorow on the processor and ram, and just wanted to run the ram by you all before I go ahead and get it. This is the ram, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231145 , I know 4gb and ddr2 1000 are overkill for my needs but for the price it is very tempting. Feedback please

GuardianOdin

I say go for it. That should give you some OC headroom.

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