amd64 3800+ on ga-k8nxp-sli

[phishhead]

I mean a 3800xp 64bit with duel SLI why bother OC'ing.

[TestMAD]

lol. i've been hearing that alot. i like how u described my system. ive jsut noticed that with some programs, it lags like my AMDXP 2200+. it's just a little discerning since i spent 600$ for this CPU and only 250 for the 2200 back when it was still a new chip..

The new PC will only be used for my webdesign proggies and some serious gaming. I guess yer right about the choice i made. like i said tho, that lag i sometimes experience is bugging me abit. Im starting to think that its cus im still running winxp32..not a 64 bit os, but after looking at a few benchmarks for this cpu and the vidcads, i noticed that while running this setup in a 64 bit env. is great..but when u get to gaming it is actually hindered by the 64 bit os cus of the virtual 32bit layer used to run them. thats when i decided to stick with winxp32. the thought of mandrake did cross my mind but im not that well versed in the world of *nix. Ohh.. im also on www.hardwareanalysis.com

[TestMAD]

What kind of HS/Fan would u guys suggest for this CPU?? iwas looking at the XP-120..but come to find out..its not on the compatibility list...plus i would have to remove the plastic mount..would a gigabtye fan possibly werk better since i wouldnt have compat issues?

[Conan]

What kind of HS/Fan would u guys suggest for this CPU?? iwas looking at the XP-120..but come to find out..its not on the compatibility list...plus i would have to remove the plastic mount..would a gigabtye fan possibly werk better since i wouldnt have compat issues?

This one:

http://www.thermaltake.com/coolers/c...01/pipe101.htm

Just pair it up with a suitable 90 mm fan.