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Victoria H.

Victoria H.

Joined on 02/01/07

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Very Nice!

ASRock B75M-GL LGA 1155 Intel B75 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
ASRock B75M-GL LGA 1155 Intel B75 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard

Pros: One of the easiest boards I've ever installed. I love the fact that I could use my wireless mouse while setting the system up. I installed the chip and a 3rd party heatsink/fan and it fired right up. The board recognized everything in my system without even worrying about driver installation.

Cons: None.

Overall Review: This is my first ASRock board but I'm sure it won't be my last. The only tip I can offer is never use the included heatsink when you change chips. I hate the push-pin configuration so it's worth it to me to spend a little more to get an upgraded heatsink.

So Nice!

Intel Core i3-2100 - Core i3 2nd Gen Sandy Bridge Dual-Core 3.1 GHz LGA 1155 65W Intel HD Graphics 2000 Desktop Processor - BX80623I32100
Intel Core i3-2100 - Core i3 2nd Gen Sandy Bridge Dual-Core 3.1 GHz LGA 1155 65W Intel HD Graphics 2000 Desktop Processor - BX80623I32100

Pros: This was, without a doubt, the easiest CPU upgrade I've ever done. My Win 7 installation literally flew through the process. The chip runs cool which is a plus when you live in the desert. Even under a load it has never exceeded 28F.

Cons: I haven't found one yet.

Overall Review: I debated for awhile on whether to save for an i5 or go with i3. My decision was made for me when my old Socket 775 started running at 60F even without a load. Being on a fixed income, this was the perfect solution for me. I never overclock so the fact that the chip is locked was never an issue. I will, eventually, go up to the i5 but, for now, this i3 has solved my heat issues.

I LOVE this printer

Canon PIXMA iP4700 3742B002 9.2 ipm Black Print Speed 9600 x 2400 dpi Color Print Quality USB InkJet Photo Color Printer
Canon PIXMA iP4700 3742B002 9.2 ipm Black Print Speed 9600 x 2400 dpi Color Print Quality USB InkJet Photo Color Printer

Pros: Quiet, Easy Set-up, Two paper trays, Closable for dust prevention. If you are looking for an all-around printer that gives you both good paper and picture copies, definitely get this one.

Cons: Not really a con but the included driver disk didn't include drivers for Win XP Pro 64-bit OS but they were easy to find on the Canon Website.

Overall Review: I bought this printer to replace my Canon i450 which didn't support a 64-bit OS. This printer is quieter than my old i450. The two paper trays are lovely and the fact that I can close the front when not in use keeps the dust from the desert from getting into the printer.