Athlon MP motherboard help

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Bumnah

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May 21, 2002
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What's up guys. Got a few questions.

I had a dual processor Athlon MP 2000+ system setup.

I was using a Tyan motherboard, which has died on me. I need to rebuild the system. Since funds are a little tight right now. I'm looking for a cheap rebuild. Decided to just get a single processor motherboard. I'd like to purchase this one: SY-KT880 DRAGON 2 . I've got a few questions:

1.) Can I use one of my MP processors in this motherboard designed for "Athlon XP's"?
2.) I have registered memory. Can I use Registered memory on a board that suspports unregistered ram?

I know I'm not going to get the best speeds possible with my 266 ram, but it'll get me up and going. So before I buy, I just wanted to be sure. My train of thought is correct.

Thanks in advance

Bumnah
 
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Bumnah

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May 21, 2002
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It's def. an option. I'll check it out futher.

I've had issues with my dual proc setup since I built it. I'm kinda sour towards another dual AMD setup. This first one was pure hell to get built up and running 90% proper. I'd like to go with a single just so it's an easy rebuild and easy wire routing.

My Tyan has a 13 x 12 foot print pure hell to work the wires around.

Any input on the registered and unregistered deal memory deal?
 
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CraigRT

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Hey again man,

I had an MSI K7D Master-L with the same RAM I ran in my last 3 systems. PC3200 Infineon DDR, and it had zero problems. The RAM was unbuffered, unregistered, 1 gig worth.
Everything worked on the K7D and it was very stable. I even ran it for a while on a Sparkle 300W PSU without a hitch.

I think it would be a good setup for you, but I'd look for the red PCB version of the board, as it is the newer revision.

MSI has a so-so reputation, but their MP boards are great, take it from me, I was very happy with mine.
 
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