Recent content by roc

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    Programming Access

    Developer Edition allows for this option
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    Opinions on Gigabyte 7DXR

    In regards to the PC Progress statement - its true - the shipped mine the 15th - FedEx and all. :D so far I've been very happy with them . . . . roc
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    What are some advantages to the gigabyte 7dx(r) over the Epox 8k7a(+)?

    I ordered mine on June 8th, and have yet to recieve it lol. They sent it out yesterday (via FedEx saver) and I hope to get it by monday -- its all I have left to get for my system. I ordered it so many times from other places I just went with PC Progress and stayed until they had stock. They...
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    Will the Epox 8k7a support the palomino's?

    Yes, the new BIOS adds support to the palimino
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    What are some advantages to the gigabyte 7dx(r) over the Epox 8k7a(+)?

    It has awesome on board sound (sound blaster) and a better raid controller. A battle between the top 3 ddr boards including the ones you mention can be found at: overclockers au - link to article hope that helps, roc
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    who makes the best power supplies??

    one more for enermax (I have a enermax 350 whisper) and its great, had no problems.
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    Which is better in the long run GeForce2 MX or Kyro II?

    I don't know - I went with the Kyro II and find its performance great - I haven't had the chance to see the MX in action so I can't comment on the performance. I can however, tell you that I am very pleased with the Kyro II (Hercules 4500). hope that helps, roc
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    Spread Spectrum Modulated

    wow, kinda wierd.
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    Poll: Giga-Byte 7DXR - AMD MP Compatible?

    Thanks spookyfish, answered my question short and sweet thank you sincerly for the information
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    BIOS FLASHING <--- Is It Necessary??? Is It Dangerous???

    I would say that its good. If you happen to get a bad file (or corrupt download) thats when things go wrong. If the BIOS update addresses issues you are currently having with the motherboard or perhaps increases performance then thats something that can't be beat. Just as a precaution I usually...
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    Poll: Giga-Byte 7DXR - AMD MP Compatible?

    Alright, Does anyone know if the Giga-Byte 7DXR is compatible with the new Athlon MP processor? I have been unable to find any information anywhere - I do know that it IS compatible with the EPoX board (AMD DDR) solution however, I have no info what so ever as to the 7DXR. Any information would...
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    **more info** Blue core AXIAD Stepping T-Bird locked?

    Thanks for all of the help - yes my friend had bought a 1.33 AXIA and it was unlocked - unfortunatly mine was not - I can easily unlock it with the suggestions above (thanks for the tips), I was just curious about the AXIA mystery. I had thought that all were unlocked but with all the other...
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    **more info** Blue core AXIAD Stepping T-Bird locked?

    Any information at all as to what the &quot;D&quot; stepping is?
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    **more info** Blue core AXIAD Stepping T-Bird locked?

    Just recieved my AXIA 266 T-Bird (1G). I'm very happy with it however, does anyone have any information on the blue core or the AXIA-D stepping T-Bird? It looks to me as though the L1 and L2 Bridges are locked, but have always read that all AXIA's are unlocked? Thank you in advance for your...
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    Where to buy a MB

    Also, you may want to check out pricewatch.com. Be sure to check the shipping costs and reseller ratings(if available) as some dealers include the markup in so called &quot;shipping and HANDLING&quot;. How much they charge you for someone to actually drop it on a truck should be told on...