From: David Relson (email_suppressed_at_lugwash.org)
Date: Tue 04-Sep-2007 09:19:54 PM EDT
On Tue, 4 Sep 2007 20:01:28 -0400 (EDT)
Brian Stretch wrote:
> -----Original Message-----
> >From: David Relson <[e-mail suppressed]>
> >
> >It seems it's time to bite the bullet -- upgrade motherboard,
> >processor, and ram.
> >
> >CPU and ram will be AMD 64 X2 and 2GB. I'm looking for
> >recommendations for a mobo with the requirements being linux
> >compatibility and on-board video. I'm more interested in CPU
> >throughput than any video "wow" factor. Low to moderate pricing is
> >preferable :->
> >
> >What do y'all recommend?
>
> I'd lean towards one of the AMD 690G chipset boards. At least one
> person on this list has one and can provide more authoritative
> commentary on its Linux compatibility. The chipset's HDMI
> implementation is better than nVidia's and it's more power
> efficient. ASUS has served me well. nVidia's new 7050 chipset is
> another possibility. I suppose HDMI isn't critical (you can use a
> DVI-to-HDMI cable and separate audio cables if need be, even if you
> have a proper HDMI supporting monitor like my LG 24" w/headphone jack
> for HDMI audio) but I like it.
>
> RAM is easy. Buy Crucial Ballistix, probably DDR2-800. Crucial
> DDR2-667 (non-Ballistix) might save you a little money but AMD chips
> can make use of faster RAM.
>
> Get one of the Brisbane core (65nm) AMD CPUs, fastest you care to
> spend money on. --
Brian,
Interesting selections :-> Looking at Newegg ...
Crucial Ballistix -- nicely priced!
ASUS M2A-VM and ASUS M2a HDMI -- nicely priced!
Brisbane vs Windsor
AMD 64 X2 5000 (Brisbane) -- $119
AMD 64 X2 6000 (Windsor) -- $170
You suggest getting the Brisbane core, but Windsor offers more speed
(at a price). Any thoughts?
Regards,
David
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