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by vaio
Tue Mar 11, 2008 3:40 pm
Forum: Cases and Damping
Topic: Looking for the perfect case for my old XP-2500
Replies: 5
Views: 3194

Perhaps one of the low end Coolermasters?
by vaio
Tue Mar 11, 2008 3:35 pm
Forum: CPU Cooling
Topic: Xigmatek HDT-S1283 - heatpipes for extreme loads
Replies: 25
Views: 14882

Should you not be holding it up in comparison with it's competitors in the same price range? For example, wether or not it beats out the TRUE is moot given the major price differential. I am not advocating the Xigmatek, just trying to keep perspective. This is a circa £20/$40 sink so to even be men...
by vaio
Thu Mar 06, 2008 6:10 am
Forum: Site Feedback
Topic: Outbox versus Sentbox
Replies: 4
Views: 5682

Dunno about here but at some forums the messages stay in the outbox until they are read by the recipient...then they are classed as "sent".
by vaio
Wed Mar 05, 2008 6:42 am
Forum: Quiet Prebuilt, SFF and Barebones Systems
Topic: Scythe Shuriken
Replies: 1
Views: 9698

Scythe Shuriken

Greetings

I trust linking to other sites is ok?

Anyway, I thought some folk may be interested in this Scythe Shuriken review.

Nice to have more low profile options.

SPCR got any review plans for the latest Scythe sinks?
by vaio
Wed Mar 05, 2008 6:28 am
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?
Replies: 10
Views: 8456

Looks like the Scythe Shuriken will be just the ticket for cooling the build, if I ever get around to it :D
by vaio
Wed Mar 05, 2008 6:26 am
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Folding from another angle
Replies: 1
Views: 3033

No response but at least it had lots of views....thanks for taking the time to look.

Thanks also for not deriding me for promoting another project here.
Best wishes to your folding team :D
by vaio
Thu Feb 28, 2008 4:46 am
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: Xeon E3110 = rebranded E8400
Replies: 7
Views: 5475

Overclockers are by far the most expensive supplier.........that's why I use Scan mostly myself.

Was just pointing about availability-not value :P
by vaio
Wed Feb 27, 2008 11:59 am
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: Xeon E3110 = rebranded E8400
Replies: 7
Views: 5475

Yeah, that's what I heard too. Also, as it happens, I just bought one from eBay ... :lol: Can't wait till it's in my possesion! Gonna be sweet to get rid of my FX-60 95 Watt monster. Although I am an AMD fanboi .. But the E8400 doesn't seem to be available in Europe anytime soon, or so I've heard. ...
by vaio
Wed Feb 27, 2008 8:53 am
Forum: User Reviews
Topic: SilverStone Grandia GD-02 mini-review
Replies: 52
Views: 110584

I was hoping you weren't gonna say Scam...oops I mean Scan, I have only ever used them once and I have always said I would rather poke myself in the eye with a sharp stick than use them again :( Time to put the sharp stick away I guess ;) [edit] Bugger, they want £7 more for the black :( [/edit] h...
by vaio
Wed Feb 27, 2008 5:02 am
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: Quad E6600 Stock Temps?
Replies: 3
Views: 2853

I would suggest a good power supply should be your next move.
Check the recommendations at this site..

My personal preference is for Corsair/Seasonic.
by vaio
Tue Feb 26, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: Quad E6600 Stock Temps?
Replies: 3
Views: 2853

Greetings :D 46c under what load? Have you stress tested it? "But what's stock temps?"........don't understand that line.....what is your question? Wether you should overclock depends on a few things. 1: Do you understand the methods involved? 2: Do you have adequate cooling arrangements in place? 3...
by vaio
Tue Feb 26, 2008 7:13 pm
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?
Replies: 10
Views: 8456

Lots of detail in your responses...appreciated. I am pretty experienced when it comes to overclocking so the means of getting the numbers I want isn't an issue---really the only thing I need decide on is the board. The board in the OP is a proven decent clocking board, even with the onboard graphics...
by vaio
Tue Feb 26, 2008 6:26 am
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?
Replies: 10
Views: 8456

Thank you for the response aristide1 :D Given that I live in England my ambient summer temps will be mid-20's. How far would I wish to overclock a 6600?-----I suppose as far as she could go whilst staying at stock voltage (to aid cooling). I would be happy to reach 3 ghz or so under such conditions....
by vaio
Mon Feb 25, 2008 11:48 am
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?
Replies: 10
Views: 8456

Addendum:

I posted in this category because of the rigs intended use.
You guys are the 24/7 100% load folk so the most likely source of suitable replies :P
by vaio
Mon Feb 25, 2008 10:35 am
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?
Replies: 10
Views: 8456

Decent DC overclocking an a matx case?

Greetings :D I am looking to eventually replace my current rigs with matx setups, specifically the Antec NSK2400 at this time.(I already use 2 of them). My question is: Can I build a decent Q6600 overclocking rig in these cases? Note that they are to run dc 24/7. I understand that the ultimate o/c w...
by vaio
Thu Feb 21, 2008 2:04 am
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: Awful motherboard software design and boxes:
Replies: 22
Views: 10269

Perhaps the software utilities look so tacky because they are aimed more towards the inexperienced user. Experienced pc users tend to prefer making settings change thru bios anyway and most I know don't even look at/install the rubbish shipped with hardware. As to packaging, I never go to a hardware...
by vaio
Wed Feb 20, 2008 4:54 pm
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Antec NSK2400 Media PC Case
Replies: 249
Views: 315766

I really like my 2400's and look forward to being able to upgrade them from my current Sempy/A64'S to a couple of nice lil Wolfdales or Yorkies.

I trust the mini Ninja will fit ok and be up to the task....if not I'll have to mod my XP120'S :P
by vaio
Wed Feb 20, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: Folding from another angle
Replies: 1
Views: 3033

Folding from another angle

Greetings :D I don't know if discussion about other projects is permitted or welcome here but I just wanted to point out one specific project. Poem@home It is protein folding from a different perspective and uses the Boinc system rather than a standalone or GUI client. A mini FAQ can be found HERE T...
by vaio
Tue Nov 21, 2006 1:13 am
Forum: Fans and Control
Topic: Quiet fans in the UK.
Replies: 16
Views: 8234

by vaio
Tue Nov 21, 2006 1:09 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Corsair HX520W & HX620W Modular power supplies
Replies: 79
Views: 92527

Hi :D

I already have a 1900xt folding in my AMD X2 rig.......not particularly interested in more gpu folding at this time.

The 1900 listed in my original post was just an example of the top spec I'd be looking at.
by vaio
Mon Nov 20, 2006 7:55 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Corsair HX520W & HX620W Modular power supplies
Replies: 79
Views: 92527

Greetings :D I have been considering these supplies for a while, but I have one question prior to purchase. I am looking to build a 775 system, initially with an Allendale or Conroe, but later to swap out the cpu for a Kentsfield. Do you think the 520 would have enough grunt for the Kentsfield varia...
by vaio
Wed Nov 01, 2006 9:30 am
Forum: SPCR Article Discussion
Topic: Antec NSK2400 Media PC Case
Replies: 249
Views: 315766

Woot........NSK2400 in the mail :D

*Actually I ordered 2* :P
by vaio
Wed Nov 01, 2006 9:27 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: First lil rig build
Replies: 7
Views: 4236

Hi :D Decided that I don't particularly want to go AM2 at this time sooooooo..... I have ordered a cheap lil matx s754 board to utilize a spare Sempron 3100+ I have. Thought it would be cool to utilize that lil old cpu for my first foray into the the small rig building arena. Board info here Nothing...
by vaio
Sun Oct 29, 2006 2:49 pm
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: First lil rig build
Replies: 7
Views: 4236

My original idea was for: Abit NF-M2 nview and X2 4200+ (or 3800+). Main reason was because I really like the Abit board. However, given the limitations of the small form case it seems to me that the following may be a better choice: Asrock ConRoe945G-DVI. Intel E6300. (possibly the E6400) Abit/4200...
by vaio
Sun Oct 29, 2006 2:38 pm
Forum: CPU Cooling
Topic: Heatsinks for the Conroe Era
Replies: 38
Views: 24441

Sorry for jumping in but saves starting a whole new thread........ Can anyone suggest low profile coolers for an Allendale/Conroe in an Antec NSK2400 case??? Never used an Intel before but from the little I have read it appears that the stock cooler is rather noisy. The height of my choice of case r...
by vaio
Sun Oct 29, 2006 5:07 am
Forum: CPUs and Motherboards
Topic: How to do a stress test
Replies: 8
Views: 5318

Why not fold for SPCR?
Folding is a good test for the whole system. :wink:
by vaio
Sun Oct 29, 2006 5:01 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: cheap conroe system, (is the boxed conroe noisy?)
Replies: 6
Views: 3827

stromgald wrote: Arctic Cooling has some cheaper yet fairly quiet CPU coolers, but I'm not sure if they have a cheap one that's compatible with LGA775.
Freezer 7 pro if I recall is LGA 775, good value too.

linky
by vaio
Sun Oct 29, 2006 4:59 am
Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
Topic: First lil rig build
Replies: 7
Views: 4236

Yes, I had already noted a sata drive......added neatness.
Also had Samsung Spinpoints noted, but have read conflicting reports re reliability.
by vaio
Sat Oct 28, 2006 2:31 pm
Forum: SPCR's Folding@Home
Topic: 200,000 point club
Replies: 30
Views: 27839

Not in your team but I just passed 200k :P
by vaio
Sat Oct 28, 2006 2:09 pm
Forum: CPU Cooling
Topic: Heatsinks that will fit in Antec NSK-2400
Replies: 37
Views: 28103

That's good to know because I have a 120 laying around somewhere :P
When folk note compatible sinks I shall edit original post :D

Edit: Bigger issue for me will be getting a sink that will fit the Abit NF-M2 nview board.
May have to forego a couple of ram slots.