One question which I had after reading this is, wouldn't be possible to adjust the powerdraw figures for the processor? At least in idle? We do know how much the board draws at idle with 1.5GHz@1.0V and if we got to know the figure for 2.5GHz@stock (not CnQ) we would have all that is needed to use t...

I am beginning to lean towards the conclusion that an Intel chip might be better for this, even though total power of CPU + Motherboard may be a bit higher. Of course, Alpha60's build is a pretty good pointer, but I was also thinking that it is a question of how the power dissipation is spread out i...

Sounds like you're not looking for fanless at all, but just a normal SPCR-like system. Your current system should be cool enough with just large heatsinks and a single controlled fan in the PSU. I'm going for fanless alright:) I allready have an SPCR-like system, this is different:) I built it whil...

Good to see there are some action in this thread:) Maybe I should explain where I am comming from, to give you an idea of what I'm going for. My current rig is an undervolted AMD X2 4200 (Newcastle I think) with a 7600GS gfx. To cool this baby I'm using an nexus modded Zalman 300A and a thoroughly u...

Has anyone found any info on the power draw of this card yet? Trying to compare the numbers in the reviews only makes one crazy as they in some cases draw 15W more than some other card and in some cases 12W less than the same chipset.

It might simply be a question of resonance. If it is, then it is only about changing the rpm of yout fan (to something that doesn't match the resonance value of the case) or change the case to respond to some other frequenc (like gluing som extra weight to one of the panels).

Hello all! It has been a long while now, since I found my Nirvana. But lately I have found myself itching. I want to build a new system, not because I need, not because I want better performance, but simply because I want to build and because I can. And to set out for a new challenge. As I have unde...

I'm running it's sibling KN9SLI and from a silence perspective I am very satisfied with it. Gives me the kind of controll I want over fanspeeds and allows undervolting. Thermalright XP-120 fits (although 1 or 2 mem-slots out of the 4 might not be operational).

Hope it helps:)

It seems pcb is out of stock atm, but my vendor is working on it:)

KeithT, did you get your problem sorted? after my switch to my new mobo, my wifi dies after aproximately 40-60 mins... doesn't seem to be a question of the puter changing multipliers though... second, I guess I got a nice cpu and all:) at idle with with stock heatsink at 35% ~44C. at load with fan a...

I'd like to nominate Abit KN9SLI for AM2 Passive stock chipsetcooling although the BIOS controll of fans only extends to the 4-pin CPUfan header (and can't controll 3-pin fans) Atleast one of the other three (and I suspect all three) of the 3-pin headers can be controlled via Speedfan Allows undervo...

Well. From experience I can now say nothing. Abit KN9SLI for AM2. The Ugly: ABITEQ. On my Previous board (socket754 with 3rd eye, can't remember it's name, but I bought it 2.5 years ago) it was usefull and had an ok design. Today it may well monitor fanspeeds, voltages and temperature, but it looks ...

Assembled my new system yesterday. I think I hve a Windsor (AMD X2 4200 Socket AM2) on which I've managed the following p-states with CrystalCPUID

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So this chip definately goes below 1.1V.

I got an odd one for you. The processor in question is 4200 X2 65W. All other software identifies it correctly... AMD64 TCaseMax - v1.19 ---------------------- CPU Information (CPU #1): Standard CPUID: Family: F, Model: B, Stepping: 2 Extended CPUID: Family: F, Model: 4B, Stepping: 2 CPUID String: 4...

I'll whip out my kill-a-what when I'm finnished building my system tonight and tell you what to expect:) (checking my current system... the calculator recommends 208W PSU, although I've never seen more than 115W when meassured)

This might be the only Board I can lay my hands on fast enough... does it support software controlled P-states, like CrystalCPUID? (or a Linux-equivalent, if there is one?)

dunno:( Anyways, I am Sthlm based nowadays and it woun't take me long to run by the shop and ask... Although I talked with a former employer in Uppsala (hardware store) and he said that the mechanism is unchanged on the boxed coolers regardless if you are going with 939 or AM2 and that the bracket m...

Does any swede out there know if it is possible to get the AM2 converter for XP-120 in Sweden and if so, where?

Ok, so Linux users don't get to enjoy them:( Well, this will probably not be an issue^^. Except for malfunctioning hardware, is there anything else that is so negatice about them to be shunned from a silence perspective?

It's important to note though, that regardless what Heatsink you use, your sons room will still be as hot. I wouldn't be surprised if his computer (with PSU losses) puts out 240-300watts of heat into his room. put 4-5 60W lightbulbs together and you will be able to feel how that number translates in...

I have an Abit motherbord right now for socket 754 that I like very much, but I am planning to change to either AM2 or C2D and need a new one. I have gathered from the forums that Abit might not be the mobo of choice for most and I wonder why? My experience with myGuru is that CrystlCPUID work, that...

I tried to serarch for it but came up (as good as) blank, so I'm wondering if anyone is using this mobo and if it is possibe to change the voltage and fanspeeds on this mobo? Any testers out there?

Thanks Jaganath! That was exactly what I was looking for:) Most off those tests seemed to be done with CnQ dissabled on the AMD chips though, although that wouldn't change the broader picture. X2 when idle or at low usage and C2D at higher demands and as I am routinely loading my CPU to max for ceve...

Is there any information about how much the C2D's actually draw?

smilingcrow you say? *runs to search page*

Thank you shiki. I'm more likely to underclock than overclock, though, so I need to know what CPU underclocks the best:) That is, reaches the highest GHz on the lowest voltage:) Does C2Duo or X2 run with the lowest wattage at stock? which can be undervolted the most? Which of the architectures turns...

Hi, I guess I am one of those few lucky enough to find peace after spending a good two years searching for silence. However, my current setup is closing in on it's three year anniversary and I'm afraid it will not survive until then. My Newcastle A64 2800 @ 1.6GHz can't keep up with the needs of the...

I'm running an older system that I'm looking at replacing atm, due to a lack of percieved performance (game related:). Anyways, for what its worth...

A64 (754) 2800
ATI 9600PRO
1GB DDR
Zalman 400w

Max power draw is 60W. Can't rememer about idle...

I can't believe this thread is still running:) It's more than two years old now:)

I celebrate by posting for the first time:)

Dream Theatre - In the name of God

I've had mine for 11 months now and I am more than happy with it. My 7200.7 is the noiciest part of my computer at idle (no HD-activity). Even my 5 or 7v panaflo is by some margin noicier.

One thing to consider: Can you live with more noise, while your VGA is under load? I do not mean to be disrespectfull or derogatory in any way and I hope you are not offended by this. Have you heard about the silent bug? It's a disease and it is very common on these boards and the symptoms are that...