Asus P5N-D Motherboard & Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor w/ Fan Bundle

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400I learned the hardware that my pre-production QX9640 CPU wouldn't run 64-bit Windows 7 Pro, so I bought one of these instead (the original was a freebie from Intel that they sent me to write a review for Tom's Hardware, so I have no ill will toward Intel at all). This chip isn't as fast as the QX9650 but it runs reasonably cool (I'm using a Zalman CNPS 9500 cooler, and seeing temps in the 30-40 Celsius range). I had some issues with automatic overclocking that also taught me that this proc only works with multipliers in a range from 6.0 to 8.0. That's the only thing that enthusiasts might want to watch out for: unless you use a really good mobo and fast, fast memory you probalby won't get much overclocking out of the Q9400. It's a great fit for my test machine, tho, and a good value for the money. --Ed--

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardVery nice motherboard. I'm using a Q8200 Quad Core 2.33 Ghz, over clocked to 3.0 Gh with 4Gb of Ram. 9500 series Nvidia graphics card. Runs extremely stable and fast. great board

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardExcellant MB only draw back is there are not enough SATA connections on board but for the price you can't beat it. Also got it in combo deal with a Ultra LSP750 psu for $104 your company has the best deals on good equipment!

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardI like to be able to play the newest games and this motherboard is great with the two PCI-e slots and SLI-ready! It's 775, so you can install up to quad core. I like the padded port faceplate. I like the mini fan that hooks on to the northbridge heatsink for when your cpu fan doesn't blow airflow through it.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardMotherboard was ready out of the box. Overclocked my Q8300 processor to 2.88GHz without any issues. An excellent board for it's mid-range value and high-end performance.

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400Good CPU and fast. what a difference from a P4. Runs a little warm gonna get a new CPU cooler. Would recommend if on a budget. You can get this and a motherboard for the price of a x58 mobo. Used my old ram and other parts made for a good first build.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardHad for month now everything seems OK, was my first build so didn't want to risk allot of money. I like all the cool features but haven't used them all yet though, just glad its working. SLI worked, was suspicious at first because box was open upon receiving but everything ok, Phew.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardInstalled with ease. Nice board for overclocking. Great gaming board with the SLI setup.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardIts been running for approximately 2 months now, no troubles. The only difficulty was the initial windows 7 install when setting up the RAID array. Make sure you have the proper drivers and be quick on the F6 key.

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400I needed to find a processor that would handle large audio files and plug-ins without taxing my CPU-this one does just that. However, I suggest that you consider a larger fan in the mix just to be cool. Snappy performance for recording, editing, and mastering of multiple tracks and plug-ins, and without buffer error messages at playback.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardI don't know why others had problems. Mine worked first shot. The only thing I have a problem with that my video card fan covers one of the PCI slots after I install it. Other than that, it's awesome.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardI ran this board for 2 years plus. I'd leave my computer on for days without glitches. Great Board. Pros: Reliability. I would let this board power my space voyage to the moon and back. Good beginner board Cons: Layout. My two GTX 260s have no space between and they block 2 of the 4 sata ports. The bios is a little scattered and hard to navigate for overclock settings.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI Motherboardgood card except that the mb sensor is located between the pci-e slots, so when you run sli, your system overheats. I bought it for sli, and am displeased with this product.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardI just cant get the usb 2.0 header to work, i crashed two of my usbs because of it, not sure if its the mobo or case usb plugs. but the mobo still works so its fine with me. and its great motherboard.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI Motherboardgot this and a q9400 cpu to upgrade my pentium d (original dual core) and its a fantastic inprovement.

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400Upgraded my Pentium D (original dual core) to this workhorse. Runs cool but man, turns into a coal stove when you give it a workout. Use a good cooler and Arctic 5.

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400This processor is a huge leap from my old one. I have only had this installed in my new build for about a week, but I am very pleased with it. It far exceeds my expectations.

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400Good products, run smoothing, fast and secure. ready for OC. Good Purchase by my Money

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400great product. works fine. fast and good OC room

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardMy old MoBo won't post so I replaced with this one. Works great!

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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9400 Processor BX80580Q9400Bought this bad boy and had it shipped in 2 days,was a breeze to install ,however the fan that came with it didnt install on my mother board,used the one my PC came with which was a larger fan and better cooling,this processor runs cooler than my previous Quad Core,this site is probably the best ever,got a good price on it also,i am a definite Fan.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardThe first board I got didn't boot up using different memory, different video cards, and different CPU's. I even tried outside the case to eliminate any grounding or improperly seated video card issues. I got a quick RMA and the second board works exactly as the first one, DOA. Let me think, should I be stupid and go through this all over again, or should I choose a different board?

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI Motherboardfirst one wouldnt post second one hasnt allowed me to put in 4 sticks of ram reads 3 1 g sticks fine but 4th stick i get a constant tone and no boot if it does as it is supposed to will be good deal still dont know if problem w ram is me or mobo

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardLove this board. I use an ASUS board at home, and have never had a problem. I built my uncle's computer using this board with win7 as the OS. It is great as a mid range MB, plenty of USB ports, easy to install in the case and despite other reviews about the connections reaching, I had absolutely no problems with them. You just need to make sure you connect the front panel after the board and expansions slots are installed for an easier experience.

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ASUS P5N-D nForce 750i SLI MotherboardWorked right out of the box. Easily mounted 8W553 CPU cooler, BFG GeForce 9800GT. Backplate a big cheap and flimsy, but it worked. CMOS battery under first slot. Must remove card to clear CMOS. Lots of room to work. No problems as of this writing. I read other reviews and glad I went with FULL size ATX versus a micro-ATX. Used Intel E5300 Dual-core 2.6Ghz CPU. Playing Left 4 Dead 2 without an issue.