Any motherboard suggestions for an i7 2600k?

Hi there peoples!

I'm buying an i7 2600k CPU very soon and I need some suggestions on motherboards. What would be the best one to get? I'm looking for a proper mobo, probably in the range of about R2500 - R3000.

Also, I need to get some new RAM as well. Any suggestions?


PS. There's on more thing. Currently I have a Coolermaster V8 and as you guys know, there are different mounting brackets for Intel and AMD. I currently have an AMD so I need the Intel mounting brackets. Does anyone know where I can get this? Is it readily available separately?

Thanks!

Always and forever... Asus P8P67-DLX Mobo. Can get 1 for around R2400
As for Ram Depends on what you wanna do with it, Overclock or not?

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Always and forever... Asus P8P67-DLX Mobo. Can get 1 for around R2400
As for Ram Depends on what you wanna do with it, Overclock or not?

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Thanks dude. I don't think I'll be overclocking the RAM. I just need fast RAM. I believe the i7 chipset can go up to 2333Mhz RAM clockspeed? In general, just any good gaming RAM with low timings. Is that motherboard double or triple channel DDR3?

Nvm, I see it's dual channel.

Rambo!!

Go check the RAM discussion myself and Xero are having, you mind find the answers there!

as for the board, since your taking the i7 (which i might add is wonderful) i would suggest an intel board from what i have read and heard....

Not sure of the exact socket, but anyway

Check this

http://www.comx.co.za/BLKDP67BGB3-IN...ap-p-43598.php

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Originally Posted by to0kenZA

Thanks dude. I don't think I'll be overclocking the RAM. I just need fast RAM. I believe the i7 chipset can go up to 2333Mhz RAM clockspeed? In general, just any good gaming RAM with low timings. Is that motherboard double or triple channel DDR3?

Nvm, I see it's dual channel.

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Its a brilliant board. I wouldn't swop it for anything.
Ram wise on the Intel® Core™ I7 2600 the maximum speed at which the memory can run at is 1333 without overclocking, also make sure that you get a P67 and not an H67 or you won't be able to clock the ram.
Corsair CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 Dominator GT DHX 2x2GB DDR3-1866 1.65v CL9
http://www.prophecy.co.za/corsair-cm...p-p-65728.html
That'll set you back around R1300

Get the Asus Maximus iv extreme and Corsair Dominator GT. Both awesomeness! Then you can be just like me!

isn't the z68 board arriving in SA soon? I would recommend waiting for that...

Edit: nvm, see that they are already available.

/moves on.

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Originally Posted by frank007

Get the Asus Maximus iv extreme and Corsair Dominator GT. Both awesomeness! Then you can be just like me!

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Hey thanks dude. But I have to say, as much as I want to be like you, I'm not too keen on those ROG boards. Heard too many horror stories. :D I think I'll go for the other ASUS board Joker suggested. Definitely going for that RAM though!

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Its a brilliant board. I wouldn't swop it for anything.
Ram wise on the Intel® Core™ I7 2600 the maximum speed at which the memory can run at is 1333 without overclocking, also make sure that you get a P67 and not an H67 or you won't be able to clock the ram.
Corsair CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 Dominator GT DHX 2x2GB DDR3-1866 1.65v CL9
http://www.prophecy.co.za/corsair-cm...p-p-65728.html
That'll set you back around R1300

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Alright cool, thanks dude!


Shot guys, all I need to worry about now is getting that Intel backplate for the V8 Cooler. I know I should have it somewhere in it's box but I looked the other day and I couldn't find it. :/

Other than that, I think I'm set.

ya Rambo dude!

Im busy looking for the extra mounting screws for the new MOBO cause im moving from M-ATX to ATX

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Originally Posted by ogbuzz

ya Rambo dude!

Im busy looking for the extra mounting screws for the new MOBO cause im moving from M-ATX to ATX

:|

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Eish bru! That sucks. I'm sure you'll be able to find all these things somewhere, it just depends on the competency of the people that you deal with.

You should have gotten a bag o' screws with the new Motherboard?
Token, the Asus Board performs well with the Corsair RAM if you buy them as a kit, not individually
Don't think you'll have too many issues

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Originally Posted by to0kenZA

Hey thanks dude. But I have to say, as much as I want to be like you, I'm not too keen on those ROG board. Heard too many horror stories. :D I think I'll go for the other ASUS board Joker suggested. Definitely going for that RAM though!



Alright cool, thanks dude!


Shot guys, all I need to worry about now is getting that Intel backplate for the V8 Cooler. I know I should have it somewhere in it's box but I looked the other day and I couldn't find it. :/

Other than that, I think I'm set.

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Jees man. What horror stories have you heard? I have had no problems with my board and it is very highly rated some reviews say that it is the best board you can get for the 1155 chipset.

About the V8 cooler. You just need to go to a shop that sells them and they need to order one for you. I know they can cause i thought that i would need a new bracket moving from the 1366 to the 1155 chipset.(turns out they use the same bracket but we found that out after the order was made.)

As for the Z68, the P67's are still the flagship 1155 boards.

Z68 boards:

Prices
http://www.prophecy.co.za/advanced_s...=z68&x=51&y=17
Info
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/...hing,2938.html
mid-range
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/...3,2939-18.html

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Originally Posted by Xero

You should have gotten a bag o' screws with the new Motherboard?
Token, the Asus Board performs well with the Corsair RAM if you buy them as a kit, not individually
Don't think you'll have too many issues

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How do you mean?

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Originally Posted by frank007

Jees man. What horror stories have you heard? I have had no problems with my board and it is very highly rated some reviews say that it is the best board you can get for the 1155 chipset.

About the V8 cooler. You just need to go to a shop that sells them and they need to order one for you. I know they can cause i thought that i would need a new bracket moving from the 1366 to the 1155 chipset.(turns out they use the same bracket but we found that out after the order was made.)

As for the Z68, the P67's are still the flagship 1155 boards.

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Some okes just told me of their board failing and the had to return it etc. Anyhow, I'm still sticking with ASUS though, I'm going for that P8P67. Looks like very neat :)

Shot for the suggestions though Darth :)

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Originally Posted by frank007

As for the Z68, the P67's are still the flagship 1155 boards.

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Hmm, i'm not so sure about that. But i guess the features aren't worth extra dough.

Just found the clip for 1156

http://www.zapsonline.com/accessorie...cc-ca1156.html

I would reckon something like the Asus P8P67 Deluxe is your best bet. I will probably get that for my new PC.

Pitty no-one sells the Asrock Fatal1ty P67 board here

i didnt get a Bag o' screws with the board, i got them with the chasis which i cannot find :|

Asus baby! Best boards with excellent quality.

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Originally Posted by DenSweeP

Asus baby! Best boards with excellent quality.

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I totally agree with you! hahahaha :D

I must agree with that

i currenty have an ASUS and have just brought a new ASUS MOBO

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Its a brilliant board. I wouldn't swop it for anything.
Ram wise on the Intel® Core™ I7 2600 the maximum speed at which the memory can run at is 1333 without overclocking, also make sure that you get a P67 and not an H67 or you won't be able to clock the ram.
Corsair CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 Dominator GT DHX 2x2GB DDR3-1866 1.65v CL9
http://www.prophecy.co.za/corsair-cm...p-p-65728.html
That'll set you back around R1300

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I agree with the P8P67 deluxe recommend, but that memory has CAS timing of 9 :( go with something in the 1600 range that has tighter timings, obviously just keep in mind you need dual channel set for the sandy bridge chips.

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Originally Posted by seVer

I agree with the P8P67 deluxe recommend, but that memory has CAS timing of 9 :( go with something in the 1600 range that has tighter timings, obviously just keep in mind you need dual channel set for the sandy bridge chips.

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I made the payment a few minutes ago. Getting that motherboard. :D

Nooooooooooooo! Maximus iv Extreme! haha. I kid. That is a good mobo. You wont be sorry. Hope it brings you many many hours of joy!

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Originally Posted by frank007

Nooooooooooooo! Maximus iv Extreme! haha. I kid. That is a good mobo. You wont be sorry. Hope it brings you many many hours of joy!

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Thanks dude! I can't wait to get my hands on all this lovely hardware \:D/

Gigabyte P67A-UD7-B3 if I add my 2cents worth.

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Originally Posted by gillan

Gigabyte P67A-UD7-B3 if I add my 2cents worth.

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Had a look at the UD7. Does not come close to the Asus Maximus.

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Originally Posted by ogbuzz

i didnt get a Bag o' screws with the board, i got them with the chasis which i cannot find :|

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Mine were all screwed in down along the internal bays.

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Originally Posted by to0kenZA

I made the payment a few minutes ago. Getting that motherboard. :D

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Grats! :D

I am sure you will not be disappointed. What memory are you going to go for?