Rig: GTX512 SLI **3DMark05 w/ X2**

[lopri]

Originally posted by: nippyjun
Does having 2 of these 512 cards in SLI physically interfere with the SATA connectors on the asus a8n sli premium mobo?

Sort of, yes. You can see it from the pic here ---> http://img382.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc002847cq.jpg

 

[nippyjun]

Are some of the sata connectors not useable, or is it just a tight fit?

 

[lopri]

Sure, I'm currently using SATA1 and SATA2. I'm guessing I could use SATA3 if I really wanted to, while SATA4 doesn't seem practical.

 

[nippyjun]

Originally posted by: lopri
Sure, I'm currently using SATA1 and SATA2. I'm guessing I could use SATA3 if I really wanted to, while SATA4 doesn't seem practical.

Would you mind taking a photo showing that area specifically? I'd really like to see the area close up and would appreciate it much.

 

[lopri]

The pic's already here. Click on the *Up close & Personal* pic. you'll see the somewhat squashed SATA2 connector.

 

[RichUK]

you've got to much money to burn, im just jealous

 

[RichUK]

WHOOOOOOPPPPSSSS

double post

 

[nippyjun]

I see it now. Is the SATA 2 cable pushed up by the vid card?

 

[nippyjun]

Did Call of Duty 2 come with your BFG cards?

 

[lopri]

I'd rather say the vid card is supporting SATA2 connector since SATA1 seems a bit loose.
Call of Duty.. good question. It didn't come with my cards so I'm actually fighting with BFG/TigerDirect right now. BFG page clearly states "Free Call of Duty 2."

 

[Keysplayr]

Lopri, that is a gorgeous case!! I like how it inverts everything. What make an model is that case? Oh and of course, How does it feel to have the fastest gaming rig on the planet? Very nice!!!

 

[Ackmed]

lorpi, you really need the V2000... and some wire management.

My V200 as an example. (dont mind that CPU fan wire, forgot to bind it up before the shot, its all better now...

edit, kensplayer, thats a Lian Li. They make several models like we have. The open case, or the closed version thats near silent. Check here for some pics and prices. He has the V1200, I have the V2000. There are a few more at the bottom of the first page.

 

[Xyo II]

Originally posted by: sisq0kidd
You are rich.

 

[SlowSpyder]

What's your address, and what time will no one be there?

 

[lopri]

Originally posted by: keysplayr2003
Lopri, that is a gorgeous case!! I like how it inverts everything. What make an model is that case? Oh and of course, How does it feel to have the fastest gaming rig on the planet? Very nice!!!

It's Lian-Li V1000B. Great case despite of its shortcomings. I was pondering on this and Antec P180, and in retrospect I think I made a right decision. P180 might give somewhat quieter operation, but the temp wouldn't be as good as in V1000B. Oh and thanks, my "tool" is rock-solid and I feel good!

lop

 

[lopri]

Originally posted by: Ackmed
lorpi, you really need the V2000... and some wire management.

My V200 as an example. (dont mind that CPU fan wire, forgot to bind it up before the shot, its all better now...

edit, kensplayer, thats a Lian Li. They make several models like we have. The open case, or the closed version thats near silent. Check here for some pics and prices. He has the V1200, I have the V2000. There are a few more at the bottom of the first page.

I thought I saw that pic in B3D? What's your nick over there? Yeah and V2000 would be nice but it's a bit too tall for my liking. And the Seasonic S12 has a little short cables. Wouldn't be viable with V2000.

Talking about S12, I'm very very surprised (pleasantly) with this PSU. I was a bit worried about its capacity handling the power hogs (two 512s), but turns out it's just as quiet and the rails are just as solid. Highly recommended. What a wonderful PSU!

lop

 

[Ackmed]

Im fallguy on B3D.

 

[SonicIce]

now you just need a CRT

 

[ddogg]

oh man...i wish i was in your place!!!
enjoy dude!! :beer:

 

[CrystalBay]

Nice, those BFG's are the bomb..

 

[Gimli43Orcs]

Congrats man,
Don't let anybody get you down if they say its not worth it. They would probably do the same thing if they actually had money!

 

[Avalon]

2 x 512MB GTX's for primarily AOE3? Schweet
That's awesome man. Your rig is outstanding.

:thumbsup:

 

[Mik3y]

Originally posted by: SonicIce
now you just need a CRT

psh. what for?

 

[jiffylube1024]

Originally posted by: Mik3y

Originally posted by: SonicIce
now you just need a CRT

psh. what for?

So he can join the anti-LCD snob club, of course!

 

[SteelPulse]

or maybe so he can actually come close to seeing what his rig is really capable of

24" Sony Trinitron CRT

that sucker will make games look better than you ever thought possible.