New Build - What Board & Ram?

[cotswoldcs]

i think what i said previously is an OC so dabs description is wrong because when i checked bfg's site all i could see was the 8800GTS 512mb OC there isnt a non OC version

You're right, looking at the tech specs both the BFG cards from Scan and Dabs are the same:

dabs.com - BFG Graphics GeForce 8800GTS 512MB GDDR3 PCIE Dual DVI (BFGR88512GTSE)
£167.39

Computer hardware and software at amazing prices, available online from Scan Computers UK
£163.31

Of course neither have one in stock yet....

I'll get mine from Scan as I get free delivery.

I think this is the card to go for so good call.

[stavr0s2k3]

Hi

i didnt know scan did free delivery, have you ordered yet and any idea on ETA at scan because when i looked it said preorder.

also how do i get free delivery, because if i can get it and the card in less than 5-6 days i may aswell cancel the dabs order and order from scan

how much is the scan one with free shipping inc vat?

[cotswoldcs]

I answered your question above but to be clear:

I've not ordered mine yet - still waiting. I'll chase up and try and find an ETA.
£163.31 inc VAT
Scan free delivery offer

[dagger_meerkat]

I answered your question above but to be clear:

I've not ordered mine yet - still waiting. I'll chase up and try and find an ETA.
£163.31 inc VAT
Scan free delivery offer

Do you want mine for 173 pounds? Demand/supply?

This card overclocks really nice. I have mine at 750/2120 stable.

[matty-hodgson]

Abit IP35 Dark Raider
and OCZ Platinum Rev. 2..

overclocks nicely.. that's with the RAM on stock voltage aswell (2.2v)

[stavr0s2k3]

so is there some kind of code to enter or not if i qualify for free delivery?
i think i might.

[PsychoChimp]

so is there some kind of code to enter or not if i qualify for free delivery?
i think i might.

You don't enter a code.

You have to link your HEXUS account to a Scan account:

Read THIS

Chimp

[Mojo_jojo_mark]

Matt you basically got the same as what i got going on. Abit boards are good but the standard heatsinks i.e. the mosfet heatsink does not diserpate heat fast enough had temps round 85, anyone else got an abit board (i prefer ABit to Gigabyte)

p.s. why not spend a little money and get the 9 series

[Mojo_jojo_mark]

*dissipate

[stavr0s2k3]

You don't enter a code.

You have to link your HEXUS account to a Scan account:

Read THIS

Chimp

have i gotta reg yet again for the trust bit or can i use my info for this forum?


thanks

stavr0s

[PsychoChimp]

Not sure, but I just tried logging in with my forum details and it wouldn't let me, so I think you have to register again for that bit.

Chimp

[stavr0s2k3]

Matt you basically got the same as what i got going on. Abit boards are good but the standard heatsinks i.e. the mosfet heatsink does not diserpate heat fast enough had temps round 85, anyone else got an abit board (i prefer ABit to Gigabyte)

p.s. why not spend a little money and get the 9 series

I want the 8 series because it uses less power and the 9 isnt THAT much faster anyway.

[cotswoldcs]

I agree. The 8800GTS OC is actually faster than a 9800GTX and uses less power. The following articles are worth a read.

BFG 9800GTX 512MB Review - Page 17 - Hardware Canucks
[Review] Say no to “single” GeForce 9800GTX! - Expreview.com