Joined on 04/10/04
Happy I bought it!
Pros: MODULAR! My CM Stacker 830SE has the cleanest interior I've seen due mainly to the fact that I only had to "use" the power cables that I needed. I left 3 cables in my storage box. Power is smooth and reliable, runs my Q6700, 8800GTX, 2X 1TB HDs, and Optical with no problems. The blue lights are neat too!
Cons: Perhaps a bit pricey but in my mind it's worth it.
Overall Review: I would buy it again if I build a secondary box.
New Laptop
Pros: Windows 8 makes this computer un-usable. This device is a money trap. Don't buy it...EVER.
Cons: EVERYTHING! The hardware is as advertised, but the OS makes this thing a "Paperweight" at BEST...
Overall Review: Why would anyone EVER use Windows 8?
DO NOT BUY!!
Pros: Absolutely none.
Cons: No matter what you do, display area will not stretch to the edges of this very poor display. No settings whatsoever, no cable changes, no Windows settings, no AMD Catalyst settings, NOTHING. What a disappointing piece of junk!
Overall Review: ASUS web site is a confusing, worthless mess.
ASUS - Cadilac of Mobo's
Pros: Feature gluttony! To say this board has all the bells & whistles is a gross understatement! Runs cool, stable & just looks great in my CM Stacker 830SE! OC dream part. Options for OC'ing are for noobs, I admit, but I enjoy the ease of changing my CPU and MEM clocks at will.
Cons: Pricey! Check the new MSI 780i SLI Diamond board--costs a bit less and comes with an X-Fi. Better sound card option than the HD Audio that comes with this ASUS product.
Overall Review: If you can afford this puppy you should grab it!
Striking
Pros: Stylish, functional, & impressive! This enclosure is an eye-catcher for sure. I love the tool-less features and especially the slide-out MB tray.
Cons: This enclosure is HUGE! But as long as you're OK with that it's really not a "Con" at all. The brushed aluminum is easily scratched so handle with care!
Overall Review: This case is flexible enough to last a lifetime of frequent upgrading.
D.O.A.
Pros: Specs look great and you can't beat the price in terms of $$ for each FPS.
Cons: In two Motherboards - EVGA NForce 4 & ASUS Crossfire 3200 - system would not post with this card installed. As usual NewEgg is unbeatable in customer returns policy. THANKS NEWEGG!
Overall Review: Can't wait to get a functioning replacement! Will let you know once it arrives and I test it out.