Operating System / Software Installation Guide - Page 100

AHLnut · 09-07-2005, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dmeader

Is this guide going to be updated any furthur, or should it be considered end-of-life????

I don't think it will be updated anymore. Mr Steveo chimed in back in March. He told me that he would try to update it within that next week(in March), and if it wasn't updated then, he probably wouldn't update it anymore. The way he writes the guide is not easy really. There is LOTS of testing involved with MANY motherboards to ensure the most accurate results. He asks several forum members for input and testing. He asked me and I believe several other members if any of us wanted to take over the guide. I had to decline, because while I did alot of testing with him, I just can't put the time required in to keep the guide at the high standard it's at, although now outdated.

From personal experience and testing, I have found that for a basic non-raid install, A slipstreamed copy of XP SP2, then INF, windows updates, Video, then audio drivers is pretty much a failsafe way on both Intel and AMD systems now. This pretty much follows the basics of the guide.

feddup · 09-08-2005, 12:52 AM

Too bad! This was a CLASSIC ABX post. Well written, precise and thorough. I'd hoped it would continue to evolve.

Dan-Baer · 09-08-2005, 11:46 AM

Perhaps there can be a new series to reflect the new MOBO's and OS available in a few months?

Mr Steveo · 11-12-2005, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan-Baer

Perhaps there can be a new series to reflect the new MOBO's and OS available in a few months?

Hey Dan! I havent been around here in ages!

2005 has just been plum too busy for me to hang out here and work on the Guide. :-( My apologies to all for not having the time to get around to that Guide update I last mentioned.

Currently I have this weekend free and am catching up on a variety of Windows installation issues. I should also have time to do additional research next weekend and over the long Thanksgiving weekend.

Then, as I just PM'd to Paragon, I should be able to do a Guide update first of December. (I should also have lots more free time when December rolls around too.

Most importantly: If the unforseen occurs and there is to be any delay in the above schedule, I will post here.

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Additionally, if any of you with new chipset systems have any info to offer, please PM me. Since I do not have the latest and greatest chipset mobos at my disposal, if there are any items specific to the new chipsets that should be added to the Guide, let me know.

Hopefully everyone is having a great year!

Sierra_abx · 11-12-2005, 05:33 PM

Nice to hear from you again. Your guide is one of the best.

David Rolfe · 11-12-2005, 06:05 PM

Hi,

I am sure I speak for a lot of the 'old timers' on here in saying a great big WELCOME BACK to Mr Steveo. It is really good to hear from you again.

I don't know why, but I just had a feeling that you would return to the forum again one day, and I am sure that we are all looking forward to an update to what I am sure is one of the best Windows installation guides ever written.

ABX Zone rules OK!

-David-

*Bofinn* · 11-12-2005, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David Rolfe

I am sure I speak for a lot of the 'old timers' on here in saying a great big WELCOME BACK to Mr Steveo. It is really good to hear from you again.

I'm really glad to see you back. I know life can get busy and a computer forum can take a back seat. But

you are an asset to this forum!

whoster69 · 11-12-2005, 07:00 PM

Yep, we're all glad to hear from you!

Dan-Baer · 11-12-2005, 07:21 PM

I agree, welcome back.

I had to do a rebuild bue to a failed Raptor a few weeks ago. The first place I went was to review this guide.

Mr Steveo · 11-12-2005, 10:18 PM

It's good to see you folks too!

BTW, Intel just posted some new INFs. They are so new they are dated next Monday LOL

(For chipsets 865 and newer only)

Cogar · 11-12-2005, 10:41 PM

Welcome back, Mr Steveo. Like the others, I am glad to see you again!

sandman55 · 11-12-2005, 11:03 PM

Good to see you back again Mr Steveo

SupDawg · 11-12-2005, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Steveo

It's good to see you folks too!

BTW, Intel just posted some new INFs. They are so new they are dated next Monday LOL

(For chipsets 865 and newer only)

Hi Mr. Steveo!

David Rolfe · 11-13-2005, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Steveo

BTW, Intel just posted some new INFs. They are so new they are dated next Monday LOL

(For chipsets 865 and newer only)

HI,

Thanks for the info Mr S... on the ball as always! Just in case anyone is looking for a quick link to the latest INF's they can be found (together with earlier versions) at http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...5&submit=Go%21

Cheers,

David

Mr Steveo · 11-13-2005, 07:47 PM

David, thanks for the link!

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To all you who follow this thread:

If you have an ATI video card and use the Catalyst Control Center, please consider taking a minute to answer a set of questions I have posted here

http://www.abxzone.com/forums/showth...=1#post1262767
post #18

Thanks in advance for helping!

09-08-2005, 12:52 AM	#1487
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09-08-2005, 11:46 AM	#1488
Dan-Baer Ancient Teckie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California Posts: 731	Perhaps there can be a new series to reflect the new MOBO's and OS available in a few months? __________________ New Rig; Asus Commando, QX6700 @ 2.93, 4 Gb Corsair (PC2-8500 Dominator), Zalman 7500, BFG 1 KW PSU, BFG 8800GTX OC, 2 Raptors in RAID 0 (OS and Apps) 2 Raptors in non raid for files and client data. WD 7500AAKS for main storage, X-Fi Fatal1ty, Normal optical drives Etc. 2 Ea Samsung 24" 244t's Thanks to everyone here for all the help
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11-12-2005, 05:33 PM	#1490
Sierra_abx Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 13,880	Nice to hear from you again. Your guide is one of the best.
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11-12-2005, 06:05 PM	#1491
David Rolfe Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: England Posts: 520	Hi, I am sure I speak for a lot of the 'old timers' on here in saying a great big WELCOME BACK to Mr Steveo. It is really good to hear from you again. I don't know why, but I just had a feeling that you would return to the forum again one day, and I am sure that we are all looking forward to an update to what I am sure is one of the best Windows installation guides ever written. ABX Zone rules OK! -David-
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11-12-2005, 07:00 PM	#1493
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11-12-2005, 07:21 PM	#1494
Dan-Baer Ancient Teckie Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California Posts: 731	I agree, welcome back. I had to do a rebuild bue to a failed Raptor a few weeks ago. The first place I went was to review this guide. __________________ New Rig; Asus Commando, QX6700 @ 2.93, 4 Gb Corsair (PC2-8500 Dominator), Zalman 7500, BFG 1 KW PSU, BFG 8800GTX OC, 2 Raptors in RAID 0 (OS and Apps) 2 Raptors in non raid for files and client data. WD 7500AAKS for main storage, X-Fi Fatal1ty, Normal optical drives Etc. 2 Ea Samsung 24" 244t's Thanks to everyone here for all the help
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11-12-2005, 10:18 PM	#1495
Mr Steveo Stayed @HolidayInn Xpress Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: USA Posts: 3,324	It's good to see you folks too! BTW, Intel just posted some new INFs. They are so new they are dated next Monday LOL (For chipsets 865 and newer only) __________________ Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 * Intel DX38BT "Bone Trail" mobo * 2 x 2 Gig Patriot PC3 10666 1333MHz 7-7-7-20 * eVGA GeForce 8800 GTX * WD 150G Raptor * Seagate 500G SATA HDD * Soundblaster X-Fi Fatality * 2 x Plextor PX-810SA DVD burners * CoolerMaster 850W PSU * Silverstone TJ10-SW case * Silverstone FP34 card reader * Logitech G7 mouse * Logitech diNovo Edge keyboard * Sony 19" LCD * Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 x64 * Larry The Squirrel*
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11-12-2005, 10:41 PM	#1496
Cogar Level 15, lawful good Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: It varies, but usually within 100 yards of a keyboard. Posts: 7,222	Welcome back, Mr Steveo. Like the others, I am glad to see you again!
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11-12-2005, 11:03 PM	#1497
sandman55 Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 3,016	Good to see you back again Mr Steveo __________________
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11-13-2005, 07:47 PM	#1500
Mr Steveo Stayed @HolidayInn Xpress Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: USA Posts: 3,324	David, thanks for the link! --------------------------------------------------------- To all you who follow this thread: If you have an ATI video card and use the Catalyst Control Center, please consider taking a minute to answer a set of questions I have posted here http://www.abxzone.com/forums/showth...=1#post1262767 post #18 Thanks in advance for helping! __________________ Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 * Intel DX38BT "Bone Trail" mobo * 2 x 2 Gig Patriot PC3 10666 1333MHz 7-7-7-20 * eVGA GeForce 8800 GTX * WD 150G Raptor * Seagate 500G SATA HDD * Soundblaster X-Fi Fatality * 2 x Plextor PX-810SA DVD burners * CoolerMaster 850W PSU * Silverstone TJ10-SW case * Silverstone FP34 card reader * Logitech G7 mouse * Logitech diNovo Edge keyboard * Sony 19" LCD * Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 x64 * Larry The Squirrel*
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