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Asus Sabertooth X58 concepts? Innovative designs, sleek aesthetics, and cutting-edge tech for a modern look.

Asus Sabertooth X58 concepts? Innovative designs, sleek aesthetics, and cutting-edge tech for a modern look.

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alejandrobo1
Posting Freak
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01-24-2016, 03:23 AM
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I received a Sabertooth X58 from a coworker. I’m considering upgrading to a Xeon processor and ECC RAM to save costs. I’m still working and haven’t started looking yet. I’m hoping to find suggestions and affordable options from the community.
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alejandrobo1
01-24-2016, 03:23 AM #1

I received a Sabertooth X58 from a coworker. I’m considering upgrading to a Xeon processor and ECC RAM to save costs. I’m still working and haven’t started looking yet. I’m hoping to find suggestions and affordable options from the community.

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AthenasLight
Posting Freak
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01-24-2016, 11:08 AM
#2
ECC RAM becomes valuable when you need it for serious servers or tasks demanding exact performance, such as particle simulations.
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AthenasLight
01-24-2016, 11:08 AM #2

ECC RAM becomes valuable when you need it for serious servers or tasks demanding exact performance, such as particle simulations.

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CrazyBessyCat
Posting Freak
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01-24-2016, 05:20 PM
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For the sake of humor, fixing such things would just be for fun, I think.
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CrazyBessyCat
01-24-2016, 05:20 PM #3

For the sake of humor, fixing such things would just be for fun, I think.

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KPM3
Member
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01-26-2016, 02:36 PM
#4
It's just something to experiment with for a while, maybe trying to list it without making a profit. The item seems to be ECC RAM, and it appears to be much more affordable on eBay.
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KPM3
01-26-2016, 02:36 PM #4

It's just something to experiment with for a while, maybe trying to list it without making a profit. The item seems to be ECC RAM, and it appears to be much more affordable on eBay.

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01-27-2016, 02:46 PM
#5
I recently purchased an E5640 on eBay for $14.95. Now I need to look into RAM options. I've heard Asus X58 boards support ECC settings in the BIOS, and some users say both registered and unbuffered types have been successful. Could you share any personal experiences or tips?
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Admiralfiggins
01-27-2016, 02:46 PM #5

I recently purchased an E5640 on eBay for $14.95. Now I need to look into RAM options. I've heard Asus X58 boards support ECC settings in the BIOS, and some users say both registered and unbuffered types have been successful. Could you share any personal experiences or tips?

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AlmightyEag
Posting Freak
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01-27-2016, 03:08 PM
#6
I placed an order for 6x4GB ECC registered RAM for $25, after checking reviews about its compatibility with Sabertooth X 58 boards. Here’s a photo of the board along with the packaging, manuals, and the driver disc. Spoiler alert!
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AlmightyEag
01-27-2016, 03:08 PM #6

I placed an order for 6x4GB ECC registered RAM for $25, after checking reviews about its compatibility with Sabertooth X 58 boards. Here’s a photo of the board along with the packaging, manuals, and the driver disc. Spoiler alert!

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_ZeVuN_
Member
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01-28-2016, 09:14 PM
#7
I recognize that ECC RAM is built for this application. Also, I know if it functions, ECC-registered memory is quite affordable on the second-hand market.
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_ZeVuN_
01-28-2016, 09:14 PM #7

I recognize that ECC RAM is built for this application. Also, I know if it functions, ECC-registered memory is quite affordable on the second-hand market.

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AustinMC_
Member
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01-28-2016, 09:55 PM
#8
To run ECC on a desktop board, you must use "UNREGISTERED (unbuffered)" ECC, otherwise the rdimms won’t function properly.
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AustinMC_
01-28-2016, 09:55 PM #8

To run ECC on a desktop board, you must use "UNREGISTERED (unbuffered)" ECC, otherwise the rdimms won’t function properly.

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10th_Doctor_
Posting Freak
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01-30-2016, 06:58 AM
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I acknowledge the general agreement, but I’ve also reviewed personal experiences from individuals using ECC RAM on X58 boards paired with Xeons. At $25, it’s a risk I’m prepared to accept.
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10th_Doctor_
01-30-2016, 06:58 AM #9

I acknowledge the general agreement, but I’ve also reviewed personal experiences from individuals using ECC RAM on X58 boards paired with Xeons. At $25, it’s a risk I’m prepared to accept.

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jaffercake59
Member
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02-05-2016, 10:03 AM
#10
It seems I didn’t check that discussion properly. I put in registered/buffered ECC RAM, but it didn’t function as expected.
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jaffercake59
02-05-2016, 10:03 AM #10

It seems I didn’t check that discussion properly. I put in registered/buffered ECC RAM, but it didn’t function as expected.