Good advice :thumbsup: . I would focus on setting up your existing 5.1 system, with proper room layout and calibration, before even considering going to a 7.1 system.
I'll add my 2 cents...
In my experience, the 1.5:1 ratio (for HD viewing) and the 2:1 ratio (for SD viewing) is dead on. So, what ihatemyjob mentioned above would be correct...if you go with a 40" TV, you should plan to sit at least 60"-80" away for optimal viewing distance.
spidey - I...
I have the CNPS9500 LED and I would echo Sparky's statements. I run mine at about 2000 RPM and the noise is inaudible above my two case fans (both 120mm).
How much are you planning to OC? If you're not going all-out and getting high-end RAM to try and get the max OC possible, I don't think...
Have you tried calling Alienware support to have them help you troubleshoot it? As I understand it, that's one of the reasons to purchase a high-end system with a high-end price from a company like Alienware.
I just got done installing the CNPS9500, but it was on my socket 939 motherboard. So I didn't really look too closely at the screws for the socket 775 installation.
But from memory (and looking at the pics from the Zalman website) I would estimate that they are about 1-1/2 inches long. Are...
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