MSI RS480

[crisscross]

I am thinking of getting the MSI RS480 Motherboard as it pretty suits my needs. I don't game, I don't overclock and the onboard video is more than ample for my needs. I just need something which is stable and also gives me the room to add a video card later. But i am a lil wary about getting a motherboard with Ati chipset. Is it the right motherboard to go with or is there something new coming out in the next month or so?

Thanks

 

[imported_Kensai]

Very nice board for the price.

 

[mamisano]

I have one with a 3000+ and 2x1GB GEIL PC3200 Value for my home workstation. I use it about 12 hours/day for work and runs like a champ. Onboard video is adequate for some LIGHT gaming, with PCIe for later upgrades.

 

[crisscross]

great... thanks for your comments.. will go with it

 

[MemberSince97]

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[imported_vdorta]

I haven't had any problems; just make sure you have good, compatible memory.

 

[IEC]

Originally posted by: vdorta
I haven't had any problems; just make sure you have good, compatible memory.

Vdorta, how did you get a Zalman 7000B-AlCu to fit on a MSI RS480M2-IL? I thought they were incompatible?!

 

[imported_vdorta]

In terms of space it fits easily; maybe you're thinking about the backplate? To replace with the Zalman all you have to do is heat the factory backplate with a hairdryer for a minute or two and then push from above, it will peel off easily. I understand the Zalman 7700 just barely fits on this mobo in the Chenming but you might have to use memory slots 3 and 4.

 

[imported_Kensai]

Originally posted by: ariafrost

Originally posted by: vdorta
I haven't had any problems; just make sure you have good, compatible memory.

Vdorta, how did you get a Zalman 7000B-AlCu to fit on a MSI RS480M2-IL? I thought they were incompatible?!

I've made a Zalman 7700 fit on it.

 

[crisscross]

Originally posted by: vdorta
I haven't had any problems; just make sure you have good, compatible memory.

Does this board have problems with any particular brands? I will probably use either Corsair Value Select PC3200 or Kingston Valueram

 

[hans007]

its slow compare to other rs480 boards, but its solid.

 

[HI20]

Originally posted by: crisscross
I am thinking of getting the MSI RS480 Motherboard as it pretty suits my needs. I don't game, I don't overclock and the onboard video is more than ample for my needs. I just need something which is stable and also gives me the room to add a video card later. But i am a lil wary about getting a motherboard with Ati chipset. Is it the right motherboard to go with or is there something new coming out in the next month or so?

Thanks

Why would you want Just MSI RS480 Motherboard. I mean there are other board to choose from like ECS RS480, JETWAY RS480 and some more i think?

 

[mamisano]

Originally posted by: crisscross

Originally posted by: vdorta
I haven't had any problems; just make sure you have good, compatible memory.

Does this board have problems with any particular brands? I will probably use either Corsair Value Select PC3200 or Kingston Valueram

I have used both Corsair VS and GEIL Value (currently) with no problems. Have 2x 1GB sticks

 

[Zap]

Originally posted by: MemberSince97
I dunno lete start a database.......................................................................
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[WALLY] "Glad to do it! All I need from you is a comprehensive list of the data fields you need included." [/WALLY]
That's from a recent Dilbert.

 

[crisscross]

Originally posted by: HI20

Originally posted by: crisscross
I am thinking of getting the MSI RS480 Motherboard as it pretty suits my needs. I don't game, I don't overclock and the onboard video is more than ample for my needs. I just need something which is stable and also gives me the room to add a video card later. But i am a lil wary about getting a motherboard with Ati chipset. Is it the right motherboard to go with or is there something new coming out in the next month or so?

Thanks

Why would you want Just MSI RS480 Motherboard. I mean there are other board to choose from like ECS RS480, JETWAY RS480 and some more i think?

Because MSI has a better reputation than ECS and Jetway or atleast i think they do. ECS reputation hasn't exactly been stellar and don't know much about Jetway.

 

[fishstickz]

I have it, and like it a lot. Its performance isn't what I hoped in terms of pure muscle (I don't know why I thought it'd suddenly become a kickass gaming board if slapped good ram and a big GPU in it), but is solid and hasn't given me any real problems. I would recommend it.

 

[HI20]

Originally posted by: crisscross

Originally posted by: HI20

Originally posted by: crisscross
I am thinking of getting the MSI RS480 Motherboard as it pretty suits my needs. I don't game, I don't overclock and the onboard video is more than ample for my needs. I just need something which is stable and also gives me the room to add a video card later. But i am a lil wary about getting a motherboard with Ati chipset. Is it the right motherboard to go with or is there something new coming out in the next month or so?

Thanks

Why would you want Just MSI RS480 Motherboard. I mean there are other board to choose from like ECS RS480, JETWAY RS480 and some more i think?

Because MSI has a better reputation than ECS and Jetway or atleast i think they do. ECS reputation hasn't exactly been stellar and don't know much about Jetway.