It looks like they changed the MB - no AGP.
Originally posted by: Kwad Guy
It looks like they changed the MB - no AGP.
According to what source? The AGP slot has always been "unsupported" in this model, and Dell has never mentioned it in the description of the PC.
Kwad
Originally posted by: xified
If you are looking for a true server and not a desktop, the 600sc has more HD capacity, better management features, and 256MB RAM std. configured for $50 more, but you sacrifice the 875 with the USB2.0, 400FSB, etc...
I'm looking for a media server, so the 600sc's 4 1" drive bays for some 200GB drives sounds roomy to me (though I'm not sure how the 250W PS will hold up)...
Originally posted by: motoxpress
Originally posted by: Kwad Guy
It looks like they changed the MB - no AGP.
According to what source? The AGP slot has always been "unsupported" in this model, and Dell has never mentioned it in the description of the PC.
Kwad
Ok. I do wish there were a way to confirm the MB. I would love to get in on this deal.
-MX
Originally posted by: motoxpress
Does the 600sc have an agp slot?
-MX
SATA is Serial ATA - you'll need a new HD and a new cable to take advantage. It might be slightly harder to set up because you'll need to load drivers when installing the O/S (similar to SCSI). It probably won't be of much use to you right now unless (a) you get a 10K RPM model like a WD Raptor, or (b) you absolutely have to have the neatest, cleanest case as the cable is very thin. Because they are not as ubiquitous as the traditional ATA drives, you won't be able to find them as cheap right now, and if you do go the performance route, you'll pay significantly higher cost per megabyte.Originally posted by: Ultanium
I grabbed one of the 400sc p4-2.4's a few weeks ago. The shipping gave me whiplash! Before the confirmation email arrived, the server was already here. 2 days delivery and that was on a weekend! The 400sc does have AGP (not sure about this newer variant) and I am still shopping for a good deal on DDR400. Will probably grab Kingston HyperX as it appears to be good sticks with a decent price. Is SATA striped ATA? Any good links for setting up a SATA? My box came with a 40gig seagate and I already had one here so may try my hand at it this weekend.
Ult
Ps: this is the quietest box I have *ever* owned. Huge diff between this and a screaming thermaltake on my Athlon 1800+. I keep having to check for a light on the box to make sure it is runing.