c2d disk machine, any objections?

[Michael Fuckner]

Johan Ström wrote:

Hi!
> Gigabyte GA-G33-DS3R, G33, 8x internal SATA
be aware that there are just 6 ports on the intel chipset and 2 on a 
separate one... I don't know if this chipset is working, I turned it off.

> Intel Pro/1000PT PCIe Desktop Adapter 1000BaseT
> Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 2.67GHz 1333Mhz Socket LGA775, 4MB
it is the same combination I am using. Runs fine.

> And as I've understood, the Intel network controllers should work good 
> too right?
> 
> Also, I'm looking at memory.. I can get 4GB (2x2GB kit) of PC6400 
> (800MHz) memory for about 116 euro (or ~$170), or I can get PC8500 
> (1066Mhz which is the mobos max) for.. hm.. cant even find any 2Gb 
> sticks :/ Dont want any 1Gb sticks, only 4 slots on the mobo..

> Well anyway, will i notice any difference in 800 vs 1066MHz?
on a fileserver? I don't think so. I don't even think you need more than 
4GB.

Regards,
  Michael!