M2N32-SLI Deluxe Wirless (What Memory is best)

[jazzman2]

:?: My First build, and I don't know what memory will be the best. I have AM2 3800 single core, 2 Raptors (Raid0), one 7950. Thanks

 

[super_sinbad]

I'd go with Corsair XMS2 2GB, Corsair has been always compatible with Asus IMHO.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145034

It has EPP and also SLI certified.





Sami

 

[jazzman2]

Yeah I was looking at that one... Can I use TWIN2X2048-6400C3 its a bit more but it has better timings.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145035

memory

 

[super_sinbad]

i assumed that you're not going high-end since you've choosen the 3800, but If you can afford the better timings one, then just go with it! Corsair rips.

 

[jazzman2]

Well the reason I'm going with 3800 is that it did alot better than all the other CPU's except the FX CPU's and only cost $150. It also has the lowest power usage so I can overclock more (right?). I can spare an extra $200 but not $1000.

http://www.tomshardware.com/2006/05/23/amd_reinvents_itself/page28.html

Off the topic:
1.) Memory
2.) Should I get a Phsics card or another 7950?
3.) What is the beat way to cool them.... in my Themaltake armor case? I have a Zalman CNPS9500 COOLER for my CPU but I have no clue on cooling anything else.

 

[jazzman2]

Hmm?

 

[RichPLS]

Corsair XMS is definately good stuff...
Physics card implementation and benifits still to be seen, save your money for now...
The Zalman is good enough and you have for now...

 

[jazzman2]

Do you think there will be more memory coming out soon that will be better? I have awhile until it's all put together.

 

[maverick777]

Hey Jazzman, since you have both the m2n32-sli and the Zalman 9500 heatsink, can you tell me what the clearance is between the Zalman and the mobo heatsink above the PCI-express slot? And what the clearance is like for the bottom most ram slot? I'm trying to see if I can fit some XMS2 pro in there with their tall LED heat spreader.

Thanks