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wick001   01-07-2009 at 06:00:15 AM

After I get everything hooked up and connected, What is the first thing I should do on the first power up?

Core i7 920
Gigabyte UD5 mobo
3x2 6gig G.Skill 1333
Vista 64bit

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alcattle   01-07-2009 at 10:43:18 AM
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You need to go into BIOS and adjust things, if even the time and date. The MB manual have a big list of BIOS options.


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wick001   01-07-2009 at 03:23:35 PM
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What do i need to adjust? When do I load on windows?

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zipzoomflyhigh   01-07-2009 at 03:34:03 PM
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Go into the bios and adjust things.......... ROFL. That response should help you, lol.

Load windows, update windows, install mobo chipset drivers, install video drivers, install antivirus, run antivirus. Download coretemp and speedfan and check temps. Download prime 95 and run for a few hours, some say 12 but thats kinda ridiculous if your not overclocking, check for errors.


Message edited by zipzoomflyhigh on 01-07-2009 at 03:36:39 PM
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gnug125   01-07-2009 at 03:45:20 PM
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Yes, install windows, update (all drivers and windows) anti virus, some prime 95 for about 5 min then your favorite game for an hour or more. then box it up and send it to me and I will fully load test it for you for the next twelve months, at no charge! okay okay the first sentence then after having your fill of gaming (assuming you dont get any crashes) you can run prime 95 all night to make sure your stable.

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jsc   01-07-2009 at 04:03:05 PM
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Right idea, wrong order. Have current firewall and antivirus software on hand. Install Windows. Install chipset drivers, the video drivers and any external sound card drivers. Install your firewall and antivirus software. Then go online and download your updates.

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Foolycooly   01-07-2009 at 04:37:57 PM
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OT -- Do you guys think AVG is an adequate antivirus/protection? Or is it worth investing in Norton/McAfee?

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