Zero-U
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| Processor | Intel Pentium4 2.0Ghz @ 2.8Ghz Socket478 |
|---|---|
| Motherboard | Abit AI-7 Intel 865 |
| Cooling | Stock |
| Memory | 2x512Mb Dual Channel |
| Video Card(s) | ATi Radeon 9800 Pro |
| Storage | Maxtor 40Gb |
| Audio Device(s) | Audigy Value |
| Power Supply | Generic 450W |
| Software | XP Pro SP2 |
Hi, been reading through this forum for a while but never thought of registering since reading alone is good enough to answer my question. 
But, today, I've finally come to a question I need to ask, here:
Well I'm building a new AM2 system.
For now, I've got my X3800+ EE (65W) AM2 processor and is looking for a suitable mobo for it. Looking around and asking those local hardware stores, I've got these few models in mind.
Anyway I'm an experienced stock-overclocker so I think you understand.
Gigabyte GA-M55S-S3 (nForce 550)
Gigabyte GA-M55SLI S4 (nForce4 SLi x8)
Gigabyte GA-M57SLI S4 (nForce 570 SLi x8)
Reading tells me that the 5xx series motherboard above don't have PCI bus lock. I'm worried about that as I will throw in my Audigy Value with the new board.
I don't know about the nForce4 SLi though, any answers/owners can tell me?
Don't mind about price tag, I've got the cash, but please don't shoot farer than those 3 listed please. I've got my own reasons.
Actually, the M55S-S3 can be removed from the list but I put it there in case any of you got advices on it.
Additional questions:
Will the nForce4 SLi differ a lot from the nForce5 SLi in performance (ignore features)?
Is the M55SLi a good overclocking board?
Thanks for reading.
But, today, I've finally come to a question I need to ask, here:
Well I'm building a new AM2 system.
For now, I've got my X3800+ EE (65W) AM2 processor and is looking for a suitable mobo for it. Looking around and asking those local hardware stores, I've got these few models in mind.
Anyway I'm an experienced stock-overclocker so I think you understand.
Gigabyte GA-M55S-S3 (nForce 550)
Gigabyte GA-M55SLI S4 (nForce4 SLi x8)
Gigabyte GA-M57SLI S4 (nForce 570 SLi x8)
Reading tells me that the 5xx series motherboard above don't have PCI bus lock. I'm worried about that as I will throw in my Audigy Value with the new board.
I don't know about the nForce4 SLi though, any answers/owners can tell me?
Don't mind about price tag, I've got the cash, but please don't shoot farer than those 3 listed please. I've got my own reasons.
Actually, the M55S-S3 can be removed from the list but I put it there in case any of you got advices on it.
Additional questions:
Will the nForce4 SLi differ a lot from the nForce5 SLi in performance (ignore features)?
Is the M55SLi a good overclocking board?
Thanks for reading.
