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Mike
Hi
I want to build a new system with parts ordered
online from places such as Newegg, tigerdirect etc>
I am doing research on each part I think I might
like from places like AnandTech, Tomshardware,
Pc mag, etc. I am also looking at buyers comments
from newegg, and places like that, as well as reading
comments in discussion groups at Nvidia, Amd,
and places like that. In other words I am TRYING
to do my Homework.
When I first started to look for components,I
was sure It would be an Amd chip like the
A64 x2 4400, and a board like the Asus
A8n-sli. But I noticed the thousands. (yes thousands)
of problems of one kind or another. with Nvidia Nfocee 4
chipset. having problems getting along with certain
power supplies, hard drives, operating systems, drivers,
and things like that. Then came the problem of
whose fault is it. Its Nvidia, No its Maxtor, No its
Microsoft, No its Antech, No its Amd. And on and on.
I know a new chipset like the Nvidia nforce 4 needs
time to mature..
I don't want to pay a ton of money for a new system,
just to have to be a pc mechanic everyday. I want to
(set it and forget it) I know a lot of folks here look forward to
the challenge of fixing problems and conflicts. (Even if they
appear to be upset that something isn't working)
Even if I could fix all the problems that MIGHT come up,
when I am gone my other family members may not be able to.
I know what you may be thinking. If I don't want any problems,
just buy a Mac, and don't bother this group with your unwanted
observations. But I post this here because of your knowledge,
experience, and your willingness to help others We all thank you for that.
I don't need SLI Just one pcie x16 slot plus sata 2
I also don't have any need to overclock.
I am looking for a good balance between performance
and stability.
Would I be better off with an Intel Based system,
Like the Intel chipsets, and Intel Pentium D processor ?
I know the performance is not as
Fast as an Amd/Nvidia nforce setup, But I know (and
you know) that the are rock solid and extremely stable
Can I please have your comments, so I can make a decision ?
I really wanted the faster Amd setup, but I need stability as well
Thanks for your help
Mike
I want to build a new system with parts ordered
online from places such as Newegg, tigerdirect etc>
I am doing research on each part I think I might
like from places like AnandTech, Tomshardware,
Pc mag, etc. I am also looking at buyers comments
from newegg, and places like that, as well as reading
comments in discussion groups at Nvidia, Amd,
and places like that. In other words I am TRYING
to do my Homework.
When I first started to look for components,I
was sure It would be an Amd chip like the
A64 x2 4400, and a board like the Asus
A8n-sli. But I noticed the thousands. (yes thousands)
of problems of one kind or another. with Nvidia Nfocee 4
chipset. having problems getting along with certain
power supplies, hard drives, operating systems, drivers,
and things like that. Then came the problem of
whose fault is it. Its Nvidia, No its Maxtor, No its
Microsoft, No its Antech, No its Amd. And on and on.
I know a new chipset like the Nvidia nforce 4 needs
time to mature..
I don't want to pay a ton of money for a new system,
just to have to be a pc mechanic everyday. I want to
(set it and forget it) I know a lot of folks here look forward to
the challenge of fixing problems and conflicts. (Even if they
appear to be upset that something isn't working)
Even if I could fix all the problems that MIGHT come up,
when I am gone my other family members may not be able to.
I know what you may be thinking. If I don't want any problems,
just buy a Mac, and don't bother this group with your unwanted
observations. But I post this here because of your knowledge,
experience, and your willingness to help others We all thank you for that.
I don't need SLI Just one pcie x16 slot plus sata 2
I also don't have any need to overclock.
I am looking for a good balance between performance
and stability.
Would I be better off with an Intel Based system,
Like the Intel chipsets, and Intel Pentium D processor ?
I know the performance is not as
Fast as an Amd/Nvidia nforce setup, But I know (and
you know) that the are rock solid and extremely stable
Can I please have your comments, so I can make a decision ?
I really wanted the faster Amd setup, but I need stability as well
Thanks for your help
Mike