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uh oh, corsair just stopped selling their sandforce 2 based 120GB Force Series 3 SSD

http://forum.corsair.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95688

ocz say their drives aren't affected, then later say they're working with sandforce on a firmware fix, doesn't sound too good

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[Mr Nightman]

does the msi 870-g45 overclock fairly well?

 

[Hazaro]

my 2600k does 4.5 at auto voltage =] ... just set clock to 100 and multi to 45 and there it goes (not so much luck with 4.5+ frequencies)

manual voltage is fine but it won't lower voltage when idling (at 1600 mhz) with the manual setting, you need to do auto voltage or use the offset function for that

Auto voltage :[
Please set it manually or with offset.

I have mine on offset with speedstep, but he did say quick.

does the msi 870-g45 overclock fairly well?

Decently enough. Mostly depends on the chip. I changed the budget build btw.

uh oh, corsair just stopped selling their sandforce 2 based 120GB Force Series 3 SSD

http://forum.corsair.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95688

ocz say their drives aren't affected, then later say they're working with sandforce on a firmware fix, doesn't sound too good

sweclockers google translate

This is why I went with the Intel controllers. Hopefully it is not too bad.

Once there is a response I'll add it to the news section.

 

[The Stealth Fox]

Can you guys give me a recommendation for a very cheap 92 mm exhaust fan solution? It's going to go on the top back portion of the case.

I really don't want to spend over 10 bucks, and I've seen 92 mm fans go for 5. I'm using an old mATX case to save money.

 

[knitoe]

my 2600k does 4.5 at auto voltage =] ... just set clock to 100 and multi to 45 and there it goes (not so much luck with 4.5+ frequencies)

manual voltage is fine but it won't lower voltage when idling (at 1600 mhz) with the manual setting, you need to do auto voltage or use the offset function for that

Setting CPU volt manually will locked the volt the same at all speeds. You need to use Offset for volts to be lower when CPU downclocks.

 

[vitaminwateryum]

Alright, pulling the trigger on this tomrrow. Anyone see anything that needs fixing?

 

[Hazaro]

Can you guys give me a recommendation for a very cheap 92 mm exhaust fan solution? It's going to go on the top back portion of the case.

I really don't want to spend over 10 bucks, and I've seen 92 mm fans go for 5. I'm using an old mATX case to save money.

Most exhaust are 80 or 120mm, if its an old mATX case that has 92mm I'd just look up on newegg for 92mm.

Wow fluid Dynamic with free shipping, not bad.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835186034

Alright, pulling the trigger on this tomrrow. Anyone see anything that needs fixing?

I'd either get a 750W (X750 or Corsair 750W V2) or 1000W (OP build) depending if you want to add another card later.
No heatsink? If you are mainly doing gaming you only need 2500K.
Do you need all the special stuff on the DELUXE? Will a PRO or the ASRock in OP do?

 

[n0n44m]

Auto voltage :[.

which is 1.30something under load ... using offset is no different except it adds or subtracts something from that

Setting CPU volt manually will locked the volt the same at all speeds. You need to use Offset for volts to be lower when CPU downclocks.

yeah that's what I'm saying ... right?

 

[Hazaro]

which is 1.30something under load ... using offset is no different except it adds or subtracts something from that

yeah that's what I'm saying ... right?

Might be fine for you since you know what you are doing! Have to discourage auto voltage overclocking for everyone else.
I had 1.35V for my auto and used offset at negative.

I think he just read your statement wrong.

 

[vitaminwateryum]

I'd either get a 750W (X750 or Corsair 750W V2) or 1000W (OP build) depending if you want to add another card later.
No heatsink? If you are mainly doing gaming you only need 2500K.
Do you need all the special stuff on the DELUXE? Will a PRO or the ASRock in OP do?

I didn't realize how small the differences between the deluxe and pro were, so thats switched out. I doubt I'll be adding another card soon so I switched the psu out as well. As far as cpu goes, I'll also be doing a lot of rendering. Is it not worth it to give it that extra little nudge?

 

[Mr Nightman]

Decently enough. Mostly depends on the chip. I changed the budget build btw.

Yea I know, already have the msi . just wondering how high I could take my phenom 2 x4 up to, with a coolermaster 212 hsf

 

[n0n44m]

Might be fine for you since you know what you are doing! Have to discourage auto voltage overclocking for everyone else.
I had 1.35V for my auto and used offset at negative.

I think he just read your statement wrong.

in my experience offset is nothing but

[AUTO] +/- *offset amount*

I'm not sure though if the [AUTO] is decided by some voltage table in the board's BIOS or whether the CPU itself has some "intelligent" code for that?

however it does get dangerous when using the advanced vrm/power options ... at 5 ghz, setting LLC to 75% apparently upped the vcore to 1.55 instead of the 1.4something with normal VRM settings when using auto ... offsets don't really help either so I guess I'm stuck with manual voltage if I wanna use the extra VRM options

p8p67 pro btw

 

[Hazaro]

I didn't realize how small the differences between the deluxe and pro were, so thats switched out. I doubt I'll be adding another card soon so I switched the psu out as well. As far as cpu goes, I'll also be doing a lot of rendering. Is it not worth it to give it that extra little nudge?

Rendering sure, go for it.

in my experience offset is nothing but

[AUTO] +/- *offset amount*

I'm not sure though if the [AUTO] is decided by some voltage table in the board's BIOS or whether the CPU itself has some "intelligent" code for that?

however it does get dangerous when using the advanced vrm/power options ... at 5 ghz, setting LLC to 75% apparently upped the vcore to 1.55 instead of the 1.4something with normal VRM settings when using auto ... offsets don't really help either so I guess I'm stuck with manual voltage if I wanna use the extra VRM options

p8p67 pro btw

I mean people who leave the voltage on auto, set multi to 45 and never look at anything else (like voltage or stress temps). That's all.
LLC and power options don't matter much until you go past 4.5
I think 1.3V and 4.4 or so is a nice general idea of what you can get.

 

[Thaedolus]

Oh haaiiii look what showed up in the mail today:

Thanks to fellow GAFfer Toby I got this for $140. Ordered the rest of my rig from Newegg today, I'll be sure to post the rest of the build when it's underway.

Quick question though: I intend to sell my old computer to a buddy, minus Windows 7. Is there any issue with taking my current Windows 7 product key and everything and installing on the new computer as long as I remove it from the old? It's just that I have 64-bit ultimate and I don't want to have to buy that again after dropping a grand on the hardware

 

[Imperial Hot]

I'm thinking about building a new PC and I am looking to put about $600 into it.

What are my options?

 

[eosos]

I'm thinking about building a new PC and I am looking to put about $600 into it.

What are my options?

Did you look at the OP?

 

[SRG01]

I'm looking to build a rather inexpensive computer. Newegg.ca has plenty of bundles for me to choose from, but I'm kind of torn. Should I go with i3 or the Phenoms? The i3 bundles are super cheap, but Phenom should have considerably better performance...

 

[Hazaro]

I'm looking to build a rather inexpensive computer. Newegg.ca has plenty of bundles for me to choose from, but I'm kind of torn. Should I go with i3 or the Phenoms? The i3 bundles are super cheap, but Phenom should have considerably better performance...

But they don't. That's the problem. Having a 2 core intel match a 4 core Phenom II at the same clock speed is just ridiculous. I had the x4 in the budget build for a long time until I really looked at it and said it didn't belong.

 

[AwesomeSauce]

So i went ahead a bought the Phenom II X6 1055t w/ motherboard and 4gigs of ddr3 ram for 200$.

Is the stock AM3 cooler loud or is it just mine? I'm ready to head down to fry's and pick up anything at the moment due to how loud this is.

 

[Diseased Yak]

It's done, and damned near self-aware. Got a day or so of updating and general housekeeping before finally working through the overclock regimen. Should be fun.

Randoms thoughts on the assembly:

- LOVE LOVE LOVE the Corsair 600T case! Holy shit, it's awesome, both from a looks-in-person standpoint, and from an enthusiast builder's standpoint. My previous case (the Coolermaster 690) looks like an archaic piece of flotsam next to it. There's more ways to route cables than I could use. The ease with which everything comes apart and can be moved around continued to astound me. Really, I have very little complaints, except two: 1) total lack of documentation. Would have been nice to have a manual included. 2) Cabling for the front control/input stack left something to be desired.

- Loving the Gigabyte motherboard. The thing reeks of quality build when you first lay your eyes on it, and then again when you pick it up. The layout was great except for the fact that the GTX 580 extended over the top of the SATA ports, but that isn't Gigabyte's fault really, not entirely anyway. Can't wait to see how she overclocks.

- High props to Noctua. Not only was the NH-D14 a breeze to install, despite it being the size of a small moon and humans being able to see it from space, but it was also expertly packaged and documented. The parts were in individually labeled bags and everything just screamed quality and thoughtfulness. I won't hesitate to use them in the future. Also, their compatibility list for what RAM will fit under the heatsink/fans was dead on, the G.Skill Ripjaws fit just fine with a little room left over with no moving of the fan by me.

- Finally, it wouldn't be a custom build if there weren't at least one panic moment, and mine came when I got ready to power it on for the first time and all I got was 2 seconds of fan spin and lights before it would go dead. Turns out I forgot a minor little thing called the 8-pin 12v power connector! Once that oversight was corrected, she booted in grand fashion.

Thanks again for the help PC-GAF. Having not done a build for 4 years, it reminded me once again how much I fucking LOVE hardware. Worship it, even.

Incoming hardware porn!

Final list of components:

Corsair 600T Special Edition White
Gigabyte GA-Z68X-UD4-B3 motherboard
ASUS GTX 580 DCII triple-slot behemoth
Corsair AX850 Gold PSU
Intel Core i7-2600K
Intel 510 Series 120GB SSD
G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB RAM (DDR3 1866 PC3-14900)
Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB hard drives (x2)
Noctua NH-D14

 

[Imperial Hot]

Did you look at the OP?

I did. I was wondering if there were any other options. I don't know how I feel about an i3.

 

[Hazaro]

dat ASUS

I did. I was wondering if there were any other options. I don't know how I feel about an i3.

Read up reviews on it from sites in the OP and decide for yourself if you want more CPU power.
It's extremely capable and has HT, plus 1155 offers a nice clear upgrade path.

 

[SRG01]

But they don't. That's the problem. Having a 2 core intel match a 4 core Phenom II at the same clock speed is just ridiculous. I had the x4 in the budget build for a long time until I really looked at it and said it didn't belong.

The hell? REALLY?





REALLY?

edit: PS. Not a big fan of PSU on the bottom...

 

[Hazaro]

edit: PS. Not a big fan of PSU on the bottom...

It's fine, it's rated at 50C
Video
Games

There are some other benches out there, but these are clear and to the point.

 

[Grimm Fandango]

Well I think my MS Comfort Curve 2000 is crapping out on my, after only 5 months. "b" key and some arrow keys are beat.

Wondering about mechanical keyboards, are they really worth the price? I game a fair bit but nothing overly competitive.

 

[Liquid_015]

I was trying to install the AMD Stock Heatsink, but when I was installing I noticed that the two latches is now uneven. So, one side is longer than the other and I have no idea what to do right now. The heatsink is now firmly set into place due to the thermal paste. Below are some pics:

Damnit, I'm nervous that I broke this heatsink -__-

 

[SRG01]

It's fine, it's rated at 50C
Video
Games

There are some other benches out there, but these are clear and to the point.

Thanks! This bundle seems like a steal: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/ComboB...o.661394&cm_sp=DIY_PC_Combos-_-661394-_-Combo

I found some deals for a 5830 at around $100 CAD. That seems like a pretty capable mid-range system, no?

edit: WTF at those gaming benchmarks. That's downright embarassing for AMD.

 

[SRG01]

This one might be a better deal: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/ComboB...o.660857&cm_sp=DIY_PC_Combos-_-660857-_-Combo

Better case, but $50 more and no optical drive.

 

[Ark]

Hey guys, long time console gamer who's finally looking to get onto the PC scene. For information, I've been using iMacs primarily for the last ~6 years, I've built PC's before so I know how to string one together, but my knowledge on what parts I should actually buy, is minimal.

Basic Desktop Questions:
Your Current Specs: It's an iMac.
Budget: £700 UK (inc. 24" monitor)
Main Use: Gaming & Music.
Monitor Resolution: Erm...24" screen!
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Battlefield 3, Skyrim, Witcher 2
Are reusing any parts?: It's all brand new, except keyboard & mouse.
When will you build?: Towards the end of August.
Will you be overclocking?: Not initially, but I've no doubt I'll end up doing so anyway.

A friend came up with this build when we were discussing a custom gaming rig a month or so ago. My minimal knowledge of parts says that it looks pretty decent to me. Ultimately, the point of this rig is to play BF3 at a high setting. Will it handle 60fps? I don't know.

The budget is fairly strict, I could maybe push the budget up by £50, but not much more than that.

Thanks!

 

[ithorien]

I was trying to install the AMD Stock Heatsink, but when I was installing I noticed that the two latches is now uneven. So, one side is longer than the other and I have no idea what to do right now. The heatsink is now firmly set into place due to the thermal paste. Below are some pics:

Damnit, I'm nervous that I broke this heatsink -__-

I can't figure out what's actually wrong here. You mean the metal latch? If that's the case, just slide it out til it's even?

 

[Hazaro]

Thanks! This bundle seems like a steal: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/ComboB...o.661394&cm_sp=DIY_PC_Combos-_-661394-_-Combo

I found some deals for a 5830 at around $100 CAD. That seems like a pretty capable mid-range system, no?

edit: WTF at those gaming benchmarks. That's downright embarassing for AMD.

That's a decent enough set-up. It looks like you are trying to save where you can. So that + 5830 is pretty solid.

Hey guys, long time console gamer who's finally looking to get onto the PC scene. For information, I've been using iMacs primarily for the last ~6 years, I've built PC's before so I know how to string one together, but my knowledge on what parts I should actually buy, is minimal.

Basic Desktop Questions:
Your Current Specs: It's an iMac.
Budget: £700 UK (inc. 24" monitor)
Main Use: Gaming & Music.
Monitor Resolution: Erm...24" screen!
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Battlefield 3, Skyrim, Witcher 2
Are reusing any parts?: It's all brand new, except keyboard & mouse.
When will you build?: Towards the end of August.
Will you be overclocking?: Not initially, but I've no doubt I'll end up doing so anyway.

A friend came up with this build when we were discussing a custom gaming rig a month or so ago. My minimal knowledge of parts says that it looks pretty decent to me. Ultimately, the point of this rig is to play BF3 at a high setting. Will it handle 60fps? I don't know.

The budget is fairly strict, I could maybe push the budget up by £50, but not much more than that.

Thanks!

That's a very good list. If your budget is pretty strict that is about all you are going to get. If you can find some way to get a H61/P67 (Look at the OP) motherboard and an intel i3 you'll have an upgrade path and it will probably be slightly better for gaming. It's really for the upgrade path though.
If you overclock the X4 to 3.6Ghz or so that will help you out.

Only change I'd do is knock the PSU down to the 600W of that OCZ model to save you $10.

I was trying to install the AMD Stock Heatsink, but when I was installing I noticed that the two latches is now uneven. So, one side is longer than the other and I have no idea what to do right now. The heatsink is now firmly set into place due to the thermal paste. Below are some pics:

Damnit, I'm nervous that I broke this heatsink -__-

Secure one side with the metal hook, then push down hard to get the other side to snap in.
Instructions should be with your cooler and motherboard. Plus internet.

 

[Beaner]

Just picked up the Hyper 212+ in advance of the other parts. The instructions are really vague and confusing, and don't really say anything useful when it comes to applying thermal paste. Is there anything better to read/see about it? I managed to find a youtube video but it didn't say anything about the paste

 

[Liquid_015]

I can't figure out what's actually wrong here. You mean the metal latch? If that's the case, just slide it out til it's even?

The issue is I tried, but I can't seem to move it left and right. now it's on the stuck on the CPU due to the thermal paste. I'm nervous cause I do not want to break it. On the first picture, the latch is "stuck" under the two grooves on the fan. Making it impossible to push it left or right.

Am I fucked?

 

[botlite]

Just picked up the Hyper 212+ in advance of the other parts. The instructions are really vague and confusing, and don't really say anything useful when it comes to applying thermal paste. Is there anything better to read/see about it? I managed to find a youtube video but it didn't say anything about the paste

I was looking for this myself yesterday and found this.
http://benchmarkreviews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=170&Itemid=1&limit=1&limitstart=5

 

[Liquid_015]

Secure one side with the metal hook, then push down hard to get the other side to snap in.
Instructions should be with your cooler and motherboard. Plus internet.

I understand that, but when I was installing it. the metal latch is now completely uneven. And from the first picture the latch is "stuck" under the two grooves, and I cannot move shift it horizontally. I can only move it up and down.

 

[Hazaro]

I understand that, but when I was installing it. the metal latch is now completely uneven. And from the first picture the latch is "stuck" under the two grooves, and I cannot move shift it horizontally. I can only move it up and down.

Oh I see what you mean. Well it is either busted or it isn't. So I'd try knocking it back in place.

 

[Beaner]

I was looking for this myself yesterday and found this.
http://benchmarkreviews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=170&Itemid=1&limit=1&limitstart=5

Ok looks relatively simple. Would it be easy to do that last method do you think, in terms of ease of making those lines?

 

[Liquid_015]

Oh I see what you mean. Well it is either busted or it isn't. So I'd try knocking it back in place.

So I fucked up when I was installing it? Is there any other way to fix this issue? Cause in the beginning I titled it to try and fit it, and when I tilted it to the opposing end the end result was the latch being uneven. I mean there must be a simple way to fix this issue?

Here's another picture to clearly illustrate what I meant:

 

[Spruchy]

Thanks everyone for helping me with the case in the old thread. So now everything is running fine in the 1k model (thanks for picking the parts OP) and I want to OC this bad boy, do I need a radiator for the top of the case or will I be okay with the CPU cooler in the build?

 

[AwesomeSauce]

You should be able to adjust the latches until you secure them in place.

 

[botlite]

Ok looks relatively simple. Would it be easy to do that last method do you think, in terms of ease of making those lines?

I have no idea as I don't have my parts yet. I'm sure someone else on here has done it and could provide you with more useful advice in that regard. I also noticed in the comments in the article the author recommends three lines for the 212+.

 

[Liquid_015]

You should be able to adjust the latches until you secure them in place.

Hmmm, but how would you do that? One of the latch is stuck under the groove?

Is it possible to take out the "top black part" and reassemble the latches after reattach the black fan?

 

[SRG01]

That's a decent enough set-up. It looks like you are trying to save where you can. So that + 5830 is pretty solid.

Yay! It's about $50-60 cheaper compared to NCIX. I kind of wish Newegg has a "build this computer for me" option though

 

[Hazaro]

So I fucked up when I was installing it? Is there any other way to fix this issue? Cause in the beginning I titled it to try and fit it, and when I tilted it to the opposing end the end result was the latch being uneven. I mean there must be a simple way to fix this issue?

Here's another picture to clearly illustrate what I meant:

You can unscrew the fan and look to see what happened under. You should be able to just adjust it though, can't think of why it would be stuck. I don't have a ton of experience with broken AMD stock coolers though.

 

[Liquid_015]

You can unscrew the fan and look to see what happened under. You should be able to just adjust it though, can't think of why it would be stuck. I don't have a ton of experience with broken AMD stock coolers though.

Hmm, I'll shoot a quick video to show you. I mean I know you understand what the issue is but I can't adjust the metal latch. By unscrewing do you mean by pulling it out?

 

[Mr Nightman]

Just picked up the Hyper 212+ in advance of the other parts. The instructions are really vague and confusing, and don't really say anything useful when it comes to applying thermal paste. Is there anything better to read/see about it? I managed to find a youtube video but it didn't say anything about the paste

I just put a small pea drop on the cpu, and the weight of the hyper 212 spread it out. get great temps too

 

[Hazaro]

Hmm, I'll shoot a quick video to show you. I mean I know you understand what the issue is but I can't adjust the metal latch. By unscrewing do you mean by pulling it out?

I understand the latch is stuck. The fan is mounted with 4 screws, so take those out and remove it.

 

[Liquid_015]

I understand the latch is stuck. The fan is mounted with 4 screws, so take those out and remove it.

This is the AMD stock heatsink that came with the Phenom II X4 965 BE? By the fan, do you mean the black top part? If so, the one I have does not have screws on the top, but is clipped on?

I'm sorry for sounding like a complete noob, its really my first time building and I'm so damn excited and nervous at the same time.

 

[Hazaro]

This is the AMD stock heatsink that came with the Phenom II X4 965 BE? By the fan, do you mean the black top part? If so, the one I have does not have screws on the top, but is clipped on?

I'm sorry for sounding like a complete noob, its really my first time building and I'm so damn excited and nervous at the same time.

Well if it isn't screwed (I checked spcr for images) you can just unclip it?
I don't know any more than you in this situation so try your best!

 

[Liquid_015]

Well if it isn't screwed (I checked spcr for images) you can just unclip it?
I don't know any more than you in this situation so try your best!

That's what I'm thinking but too scared to apply force.(