Does anybody know anything about this board? I'm considering it because I've read so many positive things about it's stability and Linux compatibility. The problem is I won't be able to use the X-120, Scythe Ninja, or simular larger heat sinks. I should be able to use he XP90. Will that be enough to cool a Venice core 3200? The issue is that I'm sure that a card with a large passive heat sink will fit. However, the GIGABYTE GV-RX13P256DE-RH looks like it might. Any thoughts?
Manufature's Link:
http://www.tyan.com/products/html/tomcatk8e_anrf.html
Review Here:
(with many pictures)
http://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=a ... =169&num=1
Tyan Tomcat K8E S2865
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You're right...it is an odd choice.
But I won't be overclocking. My concerns are silence, stability, and Linux compatibility. I'm also considering the Asus A8N-SLI Premium, but I've read quite a bit in forums that suggests it's been quirky with Linux. (Also I don't need SLI) But I'm sure any real problems will be solved by future Kernel revisions. (You don't happen to have any Linux experience with your rig do you?)
The Tyan board is about $30 more expensive than the Asus. And the Seasonic SS-401HT is one of the PSUs they recommend for this board. (So no pricey EPS12V model will be necessary)
So I guess the two big questions are:will the hardware I talked about above fit the Tyan, and if so, how much do I gain by choosing a company that actually supports the use of Linux with its hardware?
This wouldn't be a problem if mainstream companies would offer better support for Linux.
But I won't be overclocking. My concerns are silence, stability, and Linux compatibility. I'm also considering the Asus A8N-SLI Premium, but I've read quite a bit in forums that suggests it's been quirky with Linux. (Also I don't need SLI) But I'm sure any real problems will be solved by future Kernel revisions. (You don't happen to have any Linux experience with your rig do you?)
The Tyan board is about $30 more expensive than the Asus. And the Seasonic SS-401HT is one of the PSUs they recommend for this board. (So no pricey EPS12V model will be necessary)
So I guess the two big questions are:will the hardware I talked about above fit the Tyan, and if so, how much do I gain by choosing a company that actually supports the use of Linux with its hardware?
This wouldn't be a problem if mainstream companies would offer better support for Linux.
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Here's a link to someone who went with the Asus board over the Tyan:
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http://episteme.arstechnica.com/groupee ... 3009077731
Not sure s/he had Linux as a primary concern though. Just thought I'd share in case someone else is looking for the best combo of silence and Linux goodess. Feel free to comment.
(edit: updated link)
http://episteme.arstechnica.com/groupee ... 3009077731
Not sure s/he had Linux as a primary concern though. Just thought I'd share in case someone else is looking for the best combo of silence and Linux goodess. Feel free to comment.
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