intel Motherboard

[Vinman]

Im looking to purchase this for my new build and need an opinion
on this board :biggrin:


Newegg.com - Intel BOXDX38BT LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813121090)

[McstylisT]

Hi Vinny.:)


These new chipsets from Intel are very very new ( X38 ). I dont really know anyone that has one yet.
Saying this though all the previous Intel board chipsets have worked really well and i dont think this will be any different.

As long as it meets your requirements all-round in the Ram and CPU department then i say go for it. The reviews by others on the site were very good so that says something.

Just bear in mind ,, INTEL BOARDS ARE LOCKED !!! THERE IS NO OVERCLOCKING ALLOWED. but this is ok if your going to be using a Quad core system. Plenty of ninja in there.

Hope this helps,

McT :speak_cool:

[McstylisT]

This is from one of my used sites here in the UK Vinny.

This is a top board from Asus ( not the best but in the middle ) it uses the same new X38 intel chipset. This one also employs DDR3 ( also supports DDR2 800mhz if needed ) for blazing speed for the future. Team this up with a quad and you'll be the king of the hill. :speak_cool:


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Just thought id show so similar alternatives.

[Vinman]

yes it will be a quadcore setup Im hoping for some more reviews on this board as you said its fairly new I dont intend on overclocking it so thats ok now I have to figure out the what cpu to buy! lol

[McstylisT]

yes it will be a quadcore setup Im hoping for some more reviews on this board as you said its fairly new I dont intend on overclocking it so thats ok now I have to figure out the what cpu to buy! lol


Oh yes. I think Quad core is the only way to go for nowdays new builds. :agree::agree:

With this horrible Vista creeping up on us , there is going to be a point we will have to change over from this superb XP. As Vista is so demanding , 4GB ram , Quad core CPU , and a direct X 10 graphics card are very much needed.:tounge:

So i will hold off a while for my upgrades.

Although i am lucky as the new AMD quad core CPU will work on this motherboard i have now !!! :agree::speak_cool: So i may only need a CPU to start with ... lol :tounge:

[Vinman]

yeah you are lucky in that respect I am going to stick with XP till I am forced to change lol!

[McstylisT]

yeah you are lucky in that respect I am going to stick with XP till I am forced to change lol!


Oh yeah , me too Vinny.:wink: Xp is working sweet with this X2 and my current mobo. For a dual core system its a powerful as they come.

But i would like to extend my ram ( and use it all ) by going onto a 64bit system. This would allow one to make the most of the ram installed. I could not justify buying XP 64 as its more expensive than vista premium 64 bit ( both oem ).

And this wet my appitite !! this is a real good deal : OCZ 8GB (4x2GB) PC2-6400C5 800MHz Quad Channel Platinum Low Latency XTC Series DDR2 (OCZ2P8008GQ) (http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MY-108-OC&groupid=701&catid=8&subcat=813)

[Vinman]

yes I have 4 gigs installed right now but it only see's 3.25 of the four its great ram and thats an awsome price!

[Vinman]

with the new setup it would read up to 8 gigs

[Vinman]

well logging off got to get some sleep see you later my friend!

[McstylisT]

well logging off got to get some sleep see you later my friend!


Thats cool m8. Have a good sleep. We will catch up later tonight.


McT :speak_cool::Bow:

[Charlie]

yeah you are lucky in that respect I am going to stick with XP till I am forced to change lol!

These are supposed to be good boards sad to say I do not like ATI chip sets personally. Getting a quad core and staying with XP you might just want to go core 2 duo with faster FSB & RAM. Although I went to newegg and seen that if you want DDR3 there is only Intel. I may go with that if NVIDIA doesn't have boards out by then supporting DDR3.

[Vinman]

Charlie I think this will be perfect for my needs:agree:
Model
Brand Intel
Model BOXDX38BT
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type LGA 775
CPU Type Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo / Pentium
FSB 1333/1066MHz
Chipsets
North Bridge Intel X38
Memory Number of Memory Slots 4×240pin
Memory Standard DDR3 1333
Maximum Memory Supported 8GB
Dual Channel Supported Yes
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 2.0 x16 2
PCI Express x16 1 x PCI Express x16 (x4 model)
PCI Slots 2
Storage Devices
PATA 1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max
SATA 3Gb/s 6
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset SigmaTel STAC9274D
Audio Channels 8 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset Intel 82566DC
Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
Rear Panel Ports
USB 8 x USB 2.0
IEEE 1394 1 x IEEE 1394a
eSATA 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s
S/PDIF Out 1x Optical
Audio Ports 5 Ports
Onboard USB
Onboard USB 2 x headers support 4 x USB 2.0 ports
Onboard 1394
Onboard 1394 1x 1394a
Physical Spec
Form Factor ATX
Dimensions 12.0" x 9.6"
Features
Power Pin 24 Pin
Features ATI CrossFire technology enables two ATI graphics cards to work together for ultimate 3D gaming performance and visual quality
Full support of next generation ATI Crossfire
Packaging
Package Contents BOXDX38BT
Driver Disk
Game Disk
Bookmark
Rear I/O Panel Shield
IDE/PATA Cable
4 x SATA Cable
Power Cable
Accessories

[McstylisT]

Hey Vinny. :speak_cool:

XP and quad core CPU will work completely fine. ?? The CPU will do the same job as it will on a Vista OS. Its just the RAM that could be an issue , although this is a 32bit issue. Once you go onto 64bit OS this will be fine as you can install as much as the mobo allows. But use what OS you need to Vinny dont go Vista if you dont need to spend the excess. Plenty of gahonnas in that XP platform yet.:rolleyes:giggle:

[Vinman]

right I will go with XP 64 bit

[Charlie]

Charlie I think this will be perfect for my needs:agree:
Model
Brand Intel
Model BOXDX38BT
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type LGA 775
CPU Type Quad-core / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo / Pentium
FSB 1333/1066MHz
Chipsets
North Bridge Intel X38
Memory Number of Memory Slots 4×240pin
Memory Standard DDR3 1333
Maximum Memory Supported 8GB
Dual Channel Supported Yes
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 2.0 x16 2
PCI Express x16 1 x PCI Express x16 (x4 model)
PCI Slots 2
Storage Devices
PATA 1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max
SATA 3Gb/s 6
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset SigmaTel STAC9274D
Audio Channels 8 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset Intel 82566DC
Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
Rear Panel Ports
USB 8 x USB 2.0
IEEE 1394 1 x IEEE 1394a
eSATA 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s
S/PDIF Out 1x Optical
Audio Ports 5 Ports
Onboard USB
Onboard USB 2 x headers support 4 x USB 2.0 ports
Onboard 1394
Onboard 1394 1x 1394a
Physical Spec
Form Factor ATX
Dimensions 12.0" x 9.6"
Features
Power Pin 24 Pin
Features ATI CrossFire technology enables two ATI graphics cards to work together for ultimate 3D gaming performance and visual quality
Full support of next generation ATI Crossfire
Packaging
Package Contents BOXDX38BT
Driver Disk
Game Disk
Bookmark
Rear I/O Panel Shield
IDE/PATA Cable
4 x SATA Cable
Power Cable
Accessories

I wasn't trying to push you to Vista either Vinman. I love the specs especially the PCI-Express 2.0. :biggrin:

[McstylisT]

I wasn't trying to push you to Vista either Vinman. I love the specs especially the PCI-Express 2.0. :biggrin:


I agree with Charlie Vinny. That mobo has some awesome specs indeed. :agree::agree: And yep , the PCIE 2 is interesting .... :wink:

[Charlie]

I agree with Charlie Vinny. That mobo has some awesome specs indeed. :agree::agree: And yep , the PCIE 2 is interesting .... :wink:

A sad day for NVIDIA fans though right now.:agree:

[Vinman]

well thats my choice guys going to get that one!

[Charlie]

well thats my choice guys going to get that one!

It is a great board Vinman.

[McstylisT]

Are you going to be keeping your same Thermaltake Case Vinman. ???

Many are buying new ones , but these cases last years and years. From what i can see in the " SHOW US YOURS THREAD " yours seems in excellent condition throughout. :agree:

[Vinman]

yes its a great case and with the water cooling I currently have it will work out fine! cpu
is running at 19 degrees right now lol! and systm at 22

[Charlie]

My next build I do will be using the same CPU cooler too Vinman.

[McstylisT]

yes its a great case and with the water cooling I currently have it will work out fine! cpu
is running at 19 degrees right now lol! and systm at 22

That really is ice cool. :speak_cool:

I have a feeling though the Quad core will generate more heat. But if you can keep it in the 20's thats still outstanding. :agree::agree::agree:

[Charlie]

That really is ice cool. :speak_cool:

I have a feeling though the Quad core will generate more heat. But if you can keep it in the 20's thats still outstanding. :agree::agree::agree:

Doubt it'll be in the 20's but maybe the higher 20's with that CPU?

[Vinman]

I can adjust it and make it so!! lol

[Charlie]

I see.

[Vinman]

lol! :naanaa:

[Charlie]

You are the water cooling guy here as well so I won't argue with that. :biggrin:

[Vinman]

ok got to sign off for a bit wifes nagging me lol!
got some honey do's to take care of

[HemiDog]

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[Charlie]

Nice rig for one that prefers to buy their PC from a manufacturer.

[HemiDog]

I agree with you Charlie. I prefer to build my own, but I was impressed with the design of the case & ease of acess. Pretty interesting. (to me at least)

[Charlie]

Great air flow as well I thought.

[Vinman]

sure is pretty

[zebadee]

Hi :)
Not going to say anything about Intel boards.
However this idea of CPU temps being so low.
Is there a reason why Intel & AMD both refer to optimum performances given at between 35c & 60c? (Intel tend to be lower than AMD).
A good cooling setup will maintain the temps to between +/- 5c.
So anything below 40c is not necessarily in your interests.
These sub temps are a bit like OC'ing. Fine in theory, but what true gains in everyday computing is questionable.
Ideally your PC temps should be pretty much the same throughout.
CPU - Graphics card - Hard drives.
The temp of the mainboard should be just over half that of the rest.
Example - my setup.
Mainboard = 25c
CPU = 40c (all 4 cores within +/- 2%)
GPU = 40c
HDD's = 38c
These temps remain pretty constant.
Under load (really going for it, loading approaching *100%. Not practical. But interseting testing.) the temps rise around 15% max.
I have W/C for the case & HDD's (the CPU W/C isnt currently used as I am using a liquid H/S/F assembly.
*Under this load fan noise from the W/C radiators doubles.

[Vinman]

your spot on there zeb I have to go in and adjust the temps and get them more in line with specs youve stated at least up to 25 on the cpu the case and drives are pretty much in the ball park 28 to 30 its the cpu I have to go in and adjust that one!