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    MSI nForce4 Neo4 "Ultra" owners - what ram are you using?

    I'm using Crucial Ballistix PC-3200. Stock speed; will over clock once I have every thing cleaned up. This or the OCZ would be a very good choice for high end memory. Crucial Ballistix Specs: Manufacturer: Crucial Speed: DDR400(PC3200) Type: 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Error Checking...
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    MSI K8N Neo4 nForce4 Ultra

    I skipped a PCI slot from the Vidcard just for the reason you mentioned; my Audigy 2ZS is in PCI 2-- Click on Large Picture Just running a 6600GT, but it's nice and cool. I haven't OC'd yet, but I'm looking forward to the results!:cool:
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    MSI K8N Neo4 nForce4 Ultra

    Seasonic SS-460....VERY good PSU; so quiet I can't hear it at all above the case fans...probably going to switch those out to something quieter. This is a great board. My first AMD system--crossing over from the dark side.:o
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    XP-120 on MSI K8N Neo4 SLI Platinum

    Short answer: No, The orientation cannot be changed; the bracket only allows for one direction. Long answer: I emailed Thermalright about the Neo4/XP-120 combo and they said the same thing, "you 'may' loose the first DIMM slot due to the heat pipes". I went with the XP-90 and installed it...
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    Thermalright XP-90 and A8N-SLI Deluxe

    I just attached mine to a Neo 4 MSI board; same issue with the orientation--only one way to install it. Thermalright's instructions didn't address orientation btw. I was wondering the same thing about the Artic Silver--I've always spread it over the entire heatsink/cpu. I put a thin layer...
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    RAM help for MSI Neo4 Help!`

    I did some more research on the MSI website; this ram should be fine. They've tested and approved the Corsair ram and it's non-ECC; ~ specs as well. Have to wait until tomorrow anyway; got the MB and CPU...but the ram and vidcard were delayed. Thanks for all the responses; I'll let you...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    I ordered from Newegg because they had them available first...Bought @ $169...had them lower it to $159 when the price dropped 30 minutes after I placed my order. Bought my 3500+ from ZZF though...your comment is making me cringe. This will be my first purchase from ZZF--i hope i don't have...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    I just called customer service and told them I'd just ordeded it, it hadn't shipped yet, they dropped the price--could you please credit my account the difference. All said with a great deal of charm...;) The other option would be to cancel the order, re-order or buy from ZZF. I've always...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    :thumbsup: Well said--we've been waiting for this board...FOREVER...go away flamers.
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    I contacted Thermalright with that question: They said it the 120 would fit, but you 'may' loose one DIMM slot. I went with an XP-90; the 120 was not that much better to justify loosing a Ram slot IMO.
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    OK...So what RAM is everyone using for this board? I'm going to stick with the Ballistix 3200....
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    Dang...That's a really good system. I waited for this board, but i wasn't going to spend that kind of money for a vid card. I went with a 6600GT (Leadtek). You should be more than happy with that system! :beer:
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    RAM help for MSI Neo4 Help!`

    Thanks for the reply! I think I'm OK with this RAM...just want to make damn sure. Anyone else??:beer:
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    Dang...at least newegg credited me $10 from the drop this morning....
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    RAM help for MSI Neo4 Help!`

    Dang, I thought I ordered the correct memory for this board, but now I'm not sure!! I contacted Crucial and they said that the board needs ECC memory not non-ECC...Can anyone help me out here? If this won't work I'll have to pull that from my NE order....Thanks!!! Crucial Ballistix 184-Pin...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    Just my opinion...but the MSI board has a lot of nice features; I haven't seen the specs for the DFI. This board should overclock well...and ....it's AVAILABLE! :) can you say...:shocked: Since ASUS hasn't posted anything about a new NF4/Non-SLI this should be the one to beat...great...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    Newegg shopping cart working again...Got the NF4 Ultra...FINALLY!!! 1GB Crucial Ballistix 3200 Leadtek 6600gt pci card 3500+ Winchester.. should be here by the weekend...
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    MSI NF4 Ultra released in stock

    Damnit!!! Newegg's shopping cart is down! DAMN!!:|:Q:|
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    MSI K8N Diamond prices and availability

    Lets hope..."Hell, I'd pi$$ on a sparkplug if i thought it would help" ;):confused:
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    MSI K8N Diamond prices and availability

    Not trying to start a rumor at all, but has anyone heard of a recall of some sort on these boards? It seems suspicious that these big resellers would keep changing the date so frequently...especially with such high demand. Frustrating as hell. :|
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    CPU/Fan Controller question

    Very good information-I'll try it with my old system first. Thanks much!
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    CPU/Fan Controller question

    That's what I was thinking--that the MB wouldn't see a fan plugged into that and not start...at least the fan is a 3 pin so I can control the speed....hopefully. Thanks for the response!
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    PCI Express motherboard

    You'll have to get a 939 pin AMD chip. I don't believe that PCI is available yet for 754 AMD's. I'm waiting for the MSI K8N Neo4 Platinum nForce4. It has all the features and should be a great board. Other than the MSI there is the CHAINTECH NVIDIA nForce4 and the GIGABYTE GA-K8NF-9...
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    MSI K8N-SLI Platinum avaliable!!

    Cool! What's better is that the non-SLI MSI Neo4 has dropped $20...still not available 'til the 19th though. ZZF
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    CPU/Fan Controller question

    Bump* So it's not the most exciting question ever posed on AT.....help a guy out:beer:
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    CPU/Fan Controller question

    I need the board's opinions on a setup issue. I'm using this fan controller for my P-160 case and while it does have a lead to control the CPU fan, would it work properly (does the MB need to recognize a fan plugged into the provided fan power?) or should I use the power (pin) from the MB? I...
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    Antec P160 or Antec Super LanBoy?

    I picked up a P-160 without the window from CompUSA for $60 net after Antec rebate. Added a Seasonic 460w Super Silencer for $79 from eWiz via pricewatch. This is a very nice case--now if MSI would ship the Neo4 I could finish............ You won't be disappointed with the P-160.
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    MSI K8N Neo 4 Platinum

    The Good news from Thermalright: Dear XXXXXX, The XP-120 fits the Neo4 Platinum. However, you might not be able to use the first memory slot because of the heatpipes. The XP-90 will fit onto the board without any problem though. Thanks for choosing Thermalright and Happy New Year...
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    XP-90 Fan Question

    I just picked up an XP-90 from Jab-Tech here. They had both the Heatsink and fan/thermal grease cheaper than anyone I found. Another thing to consider is to get the three wire Panaflows with B or BX designations. These have the third wire to control speed. I was looking at both the XP-120...
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    Seasonic SS 460 & (new) MSI K8N Neo4 MB

    Thanks for the info/link; I haven't built a system in a while...so much to catch up on. Seasonic's are one of the top PSU's IMO;hope this is an A3 for $79, I'll call them tomorrow and let you know--best of luck with your system. Ciao -rg
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    Seasonic SS 460 & (new) MSI K8N Neo4 MB

    Would the Seasonic Super Silencer 460 be a good choice for this new board? I know the board is not quite out yet...but there's a pretty good deal on this PSU HERE. This site lists the specs as a 24 pin connection, but Seasonic lists a 20 pin for the same model. Can anyone confirm...
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    [Dead] Seasonic Super Silencer 460 watts for $79

    Still available here as of 12-27-04 8:22PM EST Great PSU --Does anyone know if it will power the new MSI Neo4 NON-SLI board?
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    Epiphone Les Paul Standard vs Custom vs Classic

    I've been playing for 20+ years and for the price point of an Epiphone you could get an ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000 which is by far a better instrument. Duncan or EMG pickups, Tone Pros bridge, nice flame or quilt top, abalone inlays.....dang nice. :cool:
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    What was the first concert you ever went to?

    You're a brave man to admit that....well done.
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    What was the first concert you ever went to?

    Judas Priest and Iron Maiden...couldn't hear for 3 days...loved every second of it!
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    Intel announcement: No 4 GHz processor!

    Dang....not like i spammed ya or anything....:roll:
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    Intel announcement: No 4 GHz processor!

    Fool Link Intel on the Outs? By Rich Duprey October 18, 2004 In yet another devastating body blow to the company, Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) announced it would be canceling its 4-GHz Pentium chip. The semiconductor bellwether said it was switching gears, changing its focus from...
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    Difference between Antec 1080AMG and 1000AMG?

    I have used the 1080 case for several systems I've built for friends....and they're still speaking to me! Very solid case and great PSU! I ususally replace the fans and add another in the front so cooling is not an issue. You could always replace the case fans if/when they fail. Very good...