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"I need a New PC!" 2011 Edition of SSD's for everyone! |OT|
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blackMamba1187
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Seriously. How about a little transparency for your affected customers, intel?
Sorry, I didn't mean to imply that Intel is hiding anything.Billychu said:
There's a massive amount of organization going on behind the scenes, as this effects notebooks and desktops.
It's just an NDA on releasing information to mobo partners first.
degradation over time (in terms of performance?) is annoying and I'll swap the motherboard for that, but I'm not going to worry about that right away
the only thing I want to hear from Intel ASAP is if this can cause data corruption in the short term yes or no?
edit: from yahoo finance: Intel said consumers can "continue to use their systems with confidence, while working with their computer manufacturer for a permanent solution."
guess that sorta answers that?
the only thing I want to hear from Intel ASAP is if this can cause data corruption in the short term yes or no?
edit: from yahoo finance: Intel said consumers can "continue to use their systems with confidence, while working with their computer manufacturer for a permanent solution."
guess that sorta answers that?
Krauser Kat
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eh, its only sata performance right? how quickly does it degrade.
RE: MOBO DAMAGE
"All the issue is, at some point the port will cease to function (As a SATA device) the USB part will keep working, sata ports 2-5 will eventually cease to function at an unknown point, but they WILL. Hence the recall as its not a matter of if, its when. They won't damage anything, just not work anymore."
"All the issue is, at some point the port will cease to function (As a SATA device) the USB part will keep working, sata ports 2-5 will eventually cease to function at an unknown point, but they WILL. Hence the recall as its not a matter of if, its when. They won't damage anything, just not work anymore."
The Bookerman
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The problem I have is how long will it take to get a new MOBO when you send it back to Gigabyte,asus etc?
If it takes a month to get your replacement mobo, I won't buy a p67 chipset next week that's for sure.
If it takes a month to get your replacement mobo, I won't buy a p67 chipset next week that's for sure.
Krauser Kat
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man taking that shit apart is going to be a fucking pain in my ass.
Naked Snake
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This is a huge blow for me, I was determined to buy an SB laptop tomorrow 
if you can read German http://www.computerbase.de/news/har...n-fehler-in-sandy-bridge-chipsaetzen/#update1
Intel apparently mentioned an expected 5% failure rate over a 36 month period ...
well that's better than the original Xbox360 and PS3 but at the same time I now fear manufacturers will only replace boards that get affected in that 36 month period :\
(like those Nvidia 8*00 mobile gpu's with weak soldering)
Intel apparently mentioned an expected 5% failure rate over a 36 month period ...
well that's better than the original Xbox360 and PS3
but at the same time I now fear manufacturers will only replace boards that get affected in that 36 month period :\ (like those Nvidia 8*00 mobile gpu's with weak soldering)
Yes, the hit to anyone in need of a laptop/notebook is astronomical. I was just about to derop ~$2k on a new gaming notebook.Naked Snake said:This is a huge blow for me, I was determined to buy an SB laptop tomorrow
March/April is so sick.
My current notebook might not last that long, and buying a Clarksfield equipped machine is not an option.
Krauser Kat
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Yeah the sata III ports can use sata II and I but with no speed boost. 36month period is quite long. Thats about the entire time i had a my lga 775/Q6600 set up.
unagisensei
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Well crap, I just bought a 2500K from microcenter this weekend. Was planning on ordering the ASrock p67 extreme4. Don't really want to be stuck with a CPU I can't even try out for 3 months.
But let me ask this. If this error only affects ports 2-5, on a board like the ASrock (or the ASUS, I think) does that mean you still have 4 good SATA ports available? (i.e, 2 from the intel controller, and 2 from the Marvell controller?). If this is the case I may just buy the ASrock board and use it for a few months until I get a replacement...
But let me ask this. If this error only affects ports 2-5, on a board like the ASrock (or the ASUS, I think) does that mean you still have 4 good SATA ports available? (i.e, 2 from the intel controller, and 2 from the Marvell controller?). If this is the case I may just buy the ASrock board and use it for a few months until I get a replacement...
Meh - doesn't seem like a big deal for me personally. I only have one SATA HD, and one SATA DVD which I hardly ever use. I eventually plan on getting a SSD, but that problem should be sorted out by then.
I could always switch over to the Marvell controller on my ASUS PRO as well if preformance becomes an issue..
I could always switch over to the Marvell controller on my ASUS PRO as well if preformance becomes an issue..
Don't want to use crap Marvell ports. Instead, I moved my important drives, SSD (OS) and Backup, to the Intel 6GB port and kept my Programs / DVD drives on the 3GB ports. If problems arise, then, I'll switch, but supposedly given it's only 5-15% failure rate even after 3 years, it shouldn't be an issue before MB replacement comes.
Antec TruePower 550W 80 Plus Bronze Modular Power Supply for 39.99 after rebate. I've been very pleased with Antec PSUs in the past.
ChoklitReign
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That is one expensive PSU. Why the hell not get this power supply after the sale?coopolon said:
mclaren777
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--Software Recommendations--
I did a bunch of research on free anti-virus software and ultimately chose to use avast! because it has solid AV protection without negatively impacting system performance. It even has a "Gamer" option for those who want maximum frame rates.
Download avast!
All CPU Meter is a Gadget for Windows 7 that monitors many of your key system metrics. It just sits quietly on your desktop and it's a good way to see how your hardware is performing. It can also be brought to the forefront with the Windows+G keyboard shortcut.
Download All CPU Meter
I did a bunch of research on free anti-virus software and ultimately chose to use avast! because it has solid AV protection without negatively impacting system performance. It even has a "Gamer" option for those who want maximum frame rates.
Download avast!
All CPU Meter is a Gadget for Windows 7 that monitors many of your key system metrics. It just sits quietly on your desktop and it's a good way to see how your hardware is performing. It can also be brought to the forefront with the Windows+G keyboard shortcut.
Download All CPU Meter
Nice PSU find.
For anyone looking to buy a low cost PSU, and only needs ~550W or less, that specific TruePower New unit is a really good deal and a much better buy than any similarly-priced OCZ or Corsair CX/GS/builder series/etc.
Because even without the higher efficiency rating, the one that he linked to is a much better model.ChoklitReign said:
For anyone looking to buy a low cost PSU, and only needs ~550W or less, that specific TruePower New unit is a really good deal and a much better buy than any similarly-priced OCZ or Corsair CX/GS/builder series/etc.
So I'm looking for alternative processors now that NewEgg pulled the 2500K out of my cart and I can't buy it.
It looks like the AMD Phenom II is the closest thing in price. DOes it suck?
It looks like the AMD Phenom II is the closest thing in price. DOes it suck?
Stabby McSter
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My case makes it kind of a problem to switch to the Marvell controller.TheKurgan said:
ChoklitReign
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Just find me the best PSU that's under $70. I'm not buying today so it can't be that one.·feist· said:
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