DFI NF4 Thread

[tarrcm]

Thanks for the updates Eldonko!

[Eldonko]

Cooler repair in progress, Dave is replacing everything!



By the way, I got the "birthday card" clyde thanks alot buddy.

[johnrr6]

Interesting------and I thought DFI was basically through with my old but faithful Ultra D.......

Lotta fixes----may give it a go----especially with all the DRAM code updating.

But then again-----am getting a rock solid everyday overclock on a 4800+ ------a shade over 2.8 using multi 11----both cores entirely stable with nice temps....

The dual core just flies----a great everyday machine-----better than ANY Intel I'd ever owned.

Maybe I should just stick with the old addadge "if it ain't broke----don't fix it!"

Originally Posted by Eldonko

Another new BIOS, this one for Ultra or old SLI. Link
0329 2006

Change Log:
1 . Add CPU temperature calibration option.
2 . Fix ps2 mouse fail when ps2 kb not present.
3 . Fix s1/s3 temp error after resume.
4 . Fix startup VID option fail.
5 . Fix C 'n'O.5 multiplier not working with Opteron CPU.
6 . Fix day of month alarm can not set as 0 for every day usage.
7 . Fix NF4-D model display error if SATA3/4 is disabled.
8 . Fix ATI X1000 series logo error.
9 . Change FSB option to keyIn method.
10 . Change 3114 ROM to 5.2.1.6.
11 . Change NV RAID ROM to 5.50
12 . Change memtest86+ to 1.65
13 . Synchronize DRAM related code with Expert and Venus.

[Eldonko]

Originally Posted by johnrr6

Maybe I should just stick with the old addadge "if it ain't broke----don't fix it!"

That's my feeling too, I might give it a try eventually but not yet.

[Eldonko]

Guys, question for yas. Can someone tell me why this Expert will not boot with UCCC anymore? The RAM is fine, it booted 1st try on Ultra and I primed all nite with it. I have to clear cmos to get into BIOS but as soon as I save any setting it wont post. I also tried reseting cmos and booting straight to windows but it locks on boot and then wont post. Works fine with redline and mush L2. Spent 2 days tryingto figure this out. =/

[tarrcm]

Originally Posted by johnrr6

Interesting------and I thought DFI was basically through with my old but faithful Ultra D.......

Lotta fixes----may give it a go----especially with all the DRAM code updating.

But then again-----am getting a rock solid everyday overclock on a 4800+ ------a shade over 2.8 using multi 11----both cores entirely stable with nice temps....

The dual core just flies----a great everyday machine-----better than ANY Intel I'd ever owned.

Maybe I should just stick with the old addadge "if it ain't broke----don't fix it!"

Agree here too John.
My everyday machine has been running faithfully for two years now...nothing I need to do to it so I guess I'll leave it alone!

[tarrcm]

Originally Posted by Eldonko

Guys, question for yas. Can someone tell me why this Expert will not boot with UCCC anymore? The RAM is fine, it booted 1st try on Ultra and I primed all nite with it. I have to clear cmos to get into BIOS but as soon as I save any setting it wont post. I also tried reseting cmos and booting straight to windows but it locks on boot and then wont post. Works fine with redline and mush L2. Spent 2 days tryingto figure this out. =/

What are you getting for LED codes Eldonko? Will it let ya run Memtest before bootup?
Glad you got the card! It got there in one piece then?

[Eldonko]

Yep got here fine.

I get 2 LED of death. I think I know what he problem may be, here is my theory let me know if it makes sense.

GPU is 90% dead since last week. Cant come close to doing anything even close to 3d, I can only use firefox and stuff like that. The UCCC still boots with Ultra but not with Expert. However Expert boots with higher voltage RAM like BH-5 or CH. Is it possible that the GPU is not being detected at all (I think thats what 2 LED means??) unless you run more voltage through mem? I know that is a little strange but it's the only thing I can come up with so far. :o

[tarrcm]

Originally Posted by Eldonko

Yep got here fine.

I get 2 LED of death. I think I know what he problem may be, here is my theory let me know if it makes sense.

GPU is 90% dead since last week. Cant come close to doing anything even close to 3d, I can only use firefox and stuff like that. The UCCC still boots with Ultra but not with Expert. However Expert boots with higher voltage RAM like BH-5 or CH. Is it possible that the GPU is not being detected at all (I think thats what 2 LED means??) unless you run more voltage through mem? I know that is a little strange but it's the only thing I can come up with so far. :o

No Bro, 2 led is DRAM detect, therein lies the problem I'll bet.

[LuG]

I am getting ready to purchase this DFI LANPARTY UT nF4 SLI-DR Expert, AMD Opteron 165 Denmark and GeForce 7900 GT EXTREME to add to the other items i have owned for some time in my signature.. I have never owned an DFI board and pretty excited to since i its the only one i havent used yet.One main issue i am reading everywhere is memory issues.I was hoping that i could get some help on 2 gigs of ram that is overclockable and capitible for around $300.If you see anything in my sig that may not be worth hanging onto for this current set up feel free to give out some advice..I would rather by new now than have a computer down for some time.

[tarrcm]

Originally Posted by LuG

I am getting ready to purchase this DFI LANPARTY UT nF4 SLI-DR Expert, AMD Opteron 165 Denmark and GeForce 7900 GT EXTREME to add to the other items i have owned for some time in my signature.. I have never owned an DFI board and pretty excited to since i its the only one i havent used yet.One main issue i am reading everywhere is memory issues.I was hoping that i could get some help on 2 gigs of ram that is overclockable and capitible for around $300.If you see anything in my sig that may not be worth hanging onto for this current set up feel free to give out some advice..I would rather by new now than have a computer down for some time.
DFI LANPARTY UT nF4 SLI-DR Expert
XFX PV-T71G-UDE7 GeForce 7900 GT EXTREME
AMD Opteron 165 Denmark
Thermaltake Tsunami case
Antec true 550
Soundblaster Audigy 2
Nec dvd burner
Western Digital Raptor WD740GD 74GB

Welcome to DFI mobo LuG! I hope you enjoy the board. The only 2GB RAM I've run on mine has been Crucial Ballistix Tracers but the Tracers cost about $400.00, you should be able to get the regular 2GB kit for around what you're willing to spend. They come with lifetime warranty & Crucial has been great about replacing/cross shipping when I've had to. These sticks OC well too, but there are several others out there that are good also.
That 7900 GT Extreme must be some kinda card! Are ya planning to use SLI? If so you'll want a beefier PSU, best off with one certified for SLI.
That's about all I can say atm but I'm sure you'll get more replies soon

[LuG]

Thank you tarrcm for replying..i would be willing to spend a lil more if it looked like it was worth it.After doing some research the only DDR tracers kits i could find were for only 512 (1GB kit (512MBx2) DDR PC4000 ) .What i was wondering if you purchased a kit of 2 gb.In regards to the power supply, no i wasnt planning on going with SLI for the mean time.I was wondering if this old power supply was even worth using on this new set up.. seen a number of a cold boot issues with other supply's that was making it intersting to choose from.

[Eldonko]

Hi LuG! Some of the best 2 gig kits are UCCC, it's cheap and OCs well. Mushkin XP4000 is $166 after MIR @ Newegg Link

For a start on all of your timings, see this thread. I am Mushkin beta tester so I can help you out with support for most Mushkin mem.

You cant find the 2gig Ballistix or Tracers because its no longer sold. There were problems with -5B D chips not lasting more than a few months.

Does your PSU have a 24 pin connector?

[LuG]

No it doesnt have the 24 pin connection,but i have heard of people having no issues using the old one or i just miss understood.Thank Eldonko for your response .. i am looking into the Mushkin XP4000 right now

[Eldonko]

Yeah you can still use a 20 pin but it is not really recommended. From DFI:

Due to the power requirements needed to support PCI-Express, it is highly recommended using power supply units mounting a 24-pin main power connector. Power delivery will be insufficient if adapt 20-pin connector to 24-pin. The system might work with a 20-pin PSU plus adaptor; but there will be certainly instability after continuously running for a span. Hence, it is better using a power supply unit mounting a 24-pin main power connector.

If you had $300 budgeted for RAM, you could pick up an SLI 24 pin PS for about $120 and the xp4000 and be within budget. I have an OCZ 520, its a good PSU, about $120 @ monarch or newegg.

Just found out that Fry's has the mem @ $150 after rebate, that is super cheap for UCCC. Link