2006 Intel Purchase Program deal announced

[f1sh3r]

i am getting mine today. im filled with glee. i bought some 667 ram last year for the last intel bundle, so im hoping its compatible.
my wife is going to use it for photoshop, and im prolly not gonna touch it that often.
anyone want to buy a 7900GT? i havent gamed in months... or trade up on a 73/7600?

it is still a hot deal, because Vista is, indeed, a full Ultimate Edition that will ship when it becomes available (Feb 2007).

 

[ivwshane]

Originally posted by: f1sh3r
i am getting mine today. im filled with glee. i bought some 667 ram last year for the last intel bundle, so im hoping its compatible.
my wife is going to use it for photoshop, and im prolly not gonna touch it that often.
anyone want to buy a 7900GT? i havent gamed in months... or trade up on a 73/7600?

it is still a hot deal, because Vista is, indeed, a full Ultimate Edition that will ship when it becomes available (Feb 2007).

So they are shipping rc1 now but then will be shipping ultimate edition later when it comes out? Where did you get this info from?

 

[f1sh3r]

Thank you for contacting the Intel(R) Retail Edge Program Team.

We will be sending out the Motherboard, CPU, and a copy of Windows* Vista* RC1. Once Windows* Vista* Ultimate launches in January 2007 all Program members will receive a full copy.

Regards,

*****
The Intel(R) Retail Edge Program Team
www.intel.com/retailedge

And my Intel rep informed me at a live event...

I would have rather got another licensed copy of XP Pro followed by Vista Ultimate... 2 OSes for the price of 1... I already have the RC

 

[Tullphan]

I still haven't decided what to do about ordering one. I'm gonna have to buy new ram & a new vid card if I do then try to sell my old stuff. I could care less about Vista from some of the things i've heard about it. I've been tempted to go the AMD X2 route so I can keep my ram. I don't mind upgrading my video, tho.

 

[ivwshane]

I'm in the same boat, new ram, new vid. However vista is a big deal to me, especially the ultimate version and it's media center capabilities The main thing holding me off is the board itself and having to buy new memory (a minimum of a $100 purchase:*)

 

[oslama]

this mb has a lot of issues. Intel just released a bios fix to a long list of incompatibilities.

 

[coolzero16]

As said before as long as you don't put ram over 1.8v in it....the memory should be ok. I threw in two 1GB pny optima sticks at 667mhz and it ran fine. All said and done my new system with this retail bundle is


Intel Retail Combo E6300/dg965wh - 240 shipped
ati x1900xtx - 240 shipped
2GB 667 mhz ddr2 - 240 w/tax
500 watt titatnium psu - 10 AR through hot deals forums
antec p180 - $115 w/tax
samsung 931bw 19"x2 - $250 for both w/bf instant rebate deal
floppy/dvdrw - $35



Not bad all said and done about $1200 or so. The only "regular price" I had to pay was the stupid memory (grrrrr to inflating memory prices.) Anyways, unless this sytem should keep me settled for the next 3-4 years.

 

[tm37]

I'm verified!

 

[Tullphan]

Originally posted by: tm37
I'm verified!

Me too!!
Now I just gotta decide what to do! hehehe

 

[aimanzym]

how do we cheat them as a employee there? hehe

 

[ahfunaki]

a couple of my friends have already received theirs...

i just ordered mine a couple days ago, so it'll prob be here in a week or two...

 

[Tullphan]

Originally posted by: oslama
this mb has a lot of issues. Intel just released a bios fix to a long list of incompatibilities.

Has anyone tried this bios fix yet to see if that solved the issues?

 

[oslama]

the manual states that in order to run core 2 duo the fsb must be at 800 and or 1066. so will this work with 533 and or 667 mhz DDR2 memory.

anyone build one yet

 

[ivwshane]

Anyone know when the last day to order this is?

I've got my confirmation and my code to order it but I'm not sure if I want to get it since it will mean I have to buy at the very least new memory and thats an extra $200 I don't really want to spend

Not to mention that I'm tired of intel boards with no overclocking capabilities

 

[hughhefner]

Terms and Conditions
Before participating in this program, you must agree to the following terms and conditions:
-Purchases from this program are strictly for personal use. You may not resell your purchase.
-This offer is available while supplies last.
-Limit of one processor and desktop board bundle per customer.
-This offer is available exclusively to eligible members of the Intel® Retail Edge Program who have completed specific training courses and are authorized to participate by Intel.
-Intel reserves the right to cancel any unauthorized orders.
-Product must be ordered via the Shop Intel online store or by contacting Shop Intel Customer Service.
-Payment is by credit or debit card only.
-Products purchased through this program are not intended for resale.
-Sales tax will be added to your order in U.S. states where applicable.
-This program offers shipping to the United States and Canada. Orders shipping to
-Canada may be subject to taxes, import duties, and customs fees, which are levied when your order reaches your country/region after it leaves the United States. These charges must be paid by you. See our Shipping Policy for details.
-Visit the Customer Service page for important information on returns, order tracking, order cancellations, and more.
-If supply has run out for the products featured in this offer at the time of your order, Intel may, at its sole discretion, cancel the order or substitute similar product(s).
-Intel may alter, amend, or terminate this program at any time without notice.
-Except as set forth above, all sales are subject to Shop Intel online store Terms and Conditions.
-Any violation of these Terms and Conditions may result in Intel prohibiting your participation in this or any other Shop Intel programs.

I received my mobo/processor combo a few days ago and have ordered the parts.

.: My System :.

Mobo/Proc/OS: Intel DG965WHMKR/E6300+ Core 2 Duo Extreme/Windows Vista Ultimate $220
Vid. Card : XFX PVT73GUGE3 GEForce 7600GT (256mb gddr3 pci-e 16x) $139.99
Sound Card : Creative Labs Sound Blaster Live!
Power Supply : ULTRA 550W X2-Connect Power Supply $59.99
Case : X-Clear Arylic Case $49.99
Accessories : Neon Crab Memory Cooler $12.99
Hard Drive : 500GB Seagate SATA2 16MB Cache 7200rpm $149.99
Memory : OCZ Platinum 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Timing : 4-5-4-15 Cas Latency : 4 $219.99
Net. Card : Linksys Wireless G PCI
DVD RW : Dual Layer Maddog DVD/CD Burner
Monitor : 17'' CRT DELL :disgust:

Hopefully this will play Counter-Strike Source with no lag at all... :laugh:
Any Comments? I'll let you know when I have it all put together and I'll post a couple pics.

 

[hughhefner]

Sheit upon further review, it looks as though the DG965WHMKR only supports memory with a 4-4-4 or a 5-5-5 timing

ARGGGGGGGGGGGGG

anyone verify this?:|

 

[tm37]

Wait I have to buy New memory

 

[KingThot]

Anyone not using their code/package? I'm definitely interested! PM me!

 

[isekii]

Yea if anyone who can purchase doesn't want to get in on the deal..

let me know I would like to purchase your bundle

 

[hughhefner]

read what i posted: TERMS AND CONDITIONS

u cant use someone elses code...

anyone know about my memory situation?

the dg965wh board and 4-5-4-15 timings memory

will they be compatable? will they be fast?!

 

[GEEBOSS]

Intel DG965WH motherboard requires 1.8 volt latency 5-5-5 memory for ddr2 6400--so most all of the ddr2 4200 and ddr2 5300/5400 will meet that requirement. Look to the Technical Product Specifications page 16 for more information. The tricky part is on the ddr2 6400 that will run at 1.8 volt lateny 5.

I've built my system with the Intel board temporarily using OCZ 4200 Memory that I've borrowed from my wifes PC, and will rebuild with another MB once 2gb ddr2 800 memory hopfully drops $$next year. I've not upgraded the BIOS yet still burning in the computer prior to loading up the software so I can't speak much on problems. Works fine with my Dlink 4300 router. Many people in our store want Vista Ultimate at the 220 price having the E6300 is just iceing on the cake.

 

[icyxwindz]

Originally posted by: GEEBOSS
Intel DG965WH motherboard requires 1.8 volt latency 5-5-5 memory for ddr2 6400--so most all of the ddr2 4200 and ddr2 5300/5400 will meet that requirement. Look to the Technical Product Specifications page 16 for more information. The tricky part is on the ddr2 6400 that will run at 1.8 volt lateny 5.

I've built my system with the Intel board temporarily using OCZ 4200 Memory that I've borrowed from my wifes PC, and will rebuild with another MB once 2gb ddr2 800 memory hopfully drops $$next year. I've not upgraded the BIOS yet still burning in the computer prior to loading up the software so I can't speak much on problems. Works fine with my Dlink 4300 router. Many people in our store want Vista Ultimate at the 220 price having the E6300 is just iceing on the cake.

does that mean all the 2.0v and 2.1v ram will NOT work ???

i'm still waiting for my motherboard and was looking around for ram.

 

[GEEBOSS]

The DG965WH motherboard will not support 2.0 2.1, only 1.8 volt see page 16 on the Technical Product Specification booklet on Intel.com site. I've notified eveyone in our store of this inportant requirement.

 

[hughhefner]

hmm.. my configuration works (read above)

i have ddr2 800 pc6400 ram by ocz.

it is indeed 2.1 v

800MHz DDR2
CL 4-5-4-15
(CAS-TRCD-TRP-TRAS)
Available in 512MB modules and 1GB (2x512MB) Dual Channel Optimized Kits
Unbuffered
Platinum Mirrored XTC Heatspreader*
Lifetime Warranty
2.1 Volts
240 Pin DIMM

Special Features

OCZ Enhanced Latency Technology
2.2V EVP**

Part Numbers

1GB Dual Channel Kit P/N - OCZ2P8001GK

2GB Dual Channel Kit P/N - OCZ2P8002GK

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not sure what the deal is on this board/memory. im almost 100% certain that one of the two sticks that came in my 2gb kit was dead. i trialed/errored the memory and found one of the sticks to be dead so im only runnin with 1gb of memory mentioned above.

i am however having a b;tch of a time with the on-board audio and getting that working.. the driver says my system is not compatible and cannot find an alternate driver. damn!

 

[icyxwindz]

Originally posted by: hughhefner
hmm.. my configuration works (read above)

i have ddr2 800 pc6400 ram by ocz.

it is indeed 2.1 v

800MHz DDR2
CL 4-5-4-15
(CAS-TRCD-TRP-TRAS)
Available in 512MB modules and 1GB (2x512MB) Dual Channel Optimized Kits
Unbuffered
Platinum Mirrored XTC Heatspreader*
Lifetime Warranty
2.1 Volts
240 Pin DIMM

Special Features

OCZ Enhanced Latency Technology
2.2V EVP**

Part Numbers

1GB Dual Channel Kit P/N - OCZ2P8001GK

2GB Dual Channel Kit P/N - OCZ2P8002GK

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not sure what the deal is on this board/memory. im almost 100% certain that one of the two sticks that came in my 2gb kit was dead. i trialed/errored the memory and found one of the sticks to be dead so im only runnin with 1gb of memory mentioned above.

i am however having a b;tch of a time with the on-board audio and getting that working.. the driver says my system is not compatible and cannot find an alternate driver. damn!

any other comfirmed Rams, besides hughhefner's. i'm still shopping around since i have not recieved my bundle yet. but i just wanna make sure what i order will work.