Tuesday, March 11, 2008

nForce 4 SLI Intel Edition Issues

Yes, I know that this is nVidia's first Intel chipset that supports SLI technology. But it is relatively crappy by my standards. First, heat. This is one of he hottest chipsets around. After using my rig, try touching the NB or SB, you WILL burn your fingers. OC-ing with this chipset is not easy as it is hot. I had to put an aftermarket cooler to keep it happy. However, it still couldn't push my PD 820 much. damn.
Secondly, the compatibility issue. I have been using my 8600GT for a few months now, but lately it keeps hanging while playing games. I have formatted my HDD, deleted the partitions, changed RAMs and much more. A friend of mine suggested that maybe the chipset is not too happy with my 8600GT. Much to my surprise, my 7300GS worked like a charm n this board. Looks like I have to spend more $$$$ getting a new mobo.
Third. CPU compatibility. This stupid board DOES NOT support Intel's Conroe CPUs. So there goes 90% of possible CPU upgrades. The most it can support is the Pentium Extreme Edition which, well, is crappy and sucks.

Why I bought this board? Because i was despo. I wanted my rig fast. I did not bother about upgrades. I hated myself over that. Now I have to go shopping for a new mobo which is going to set me back for another RM400. DFI, ASUS or MSI? I wonder.........

In progress -- Corvette and Megane

I got another two more babies waiting for me. The Corvette was my bro's one, but he gave it to me. And the Megane was a birthday present from my dad. I only can do it on weekends so i guess they'll have to wait. I have a month long sem break in May, so I guess i can do it then. Sorry babies

Mustang Completed !



YAY ! my baby is reborned. I could not find my **** Tamiya Clear Red in time, so I had to use a red maker pen to substitute. The color is metallic grey, which looks quite nice actually. I did not want to respray the rims as the male part of a few rims broke, so i just left it as it is. The horsie logo on the front was also removed, because it was downright ugly. So, here are some pics, do leave your comments ! thanks

Ford Mustang GT Reborn !


These pics were taken when i was doing it. The undercoat I used was Anchor Primer, grey color.
I did not want to do much as I was rushing to finish it off.

My Hobby --- Modelling

Okay, this may seem awkward, but the modelling I am referring to is scale modelling. I just adore my this hobby. So far I have rebuilded my 1994 Ford Mustang GT. There are a few more coming up, but lately I am just damn busy. Driving classes, college assignments and bla bla bla. Once I have the time, I'll get busy with my little babies.