Hardware 29 – We are not Server Admins
Posted on 29th Nov 2011 at 08:00 by Podcast with 29 comments
Now that both Intel and AMD have released their next-gen, super-fast processors, James, Clive, Paul and Antony gather in a dingy room to discuss the fall-out. We should stress that this isn’t a server room, so they’re still a bit disappointed by what amounts to a pair of server CPUs in consumer guise.
They discuss Intel’s Sandy Bridge E processor, naturally there’s also plenty of discussion about AMD’s FX-8150 and a bit about its Opteron counterpart. Listen in to see if whether the Bulldozer architecture is any better as a 16-core Opteron.
The chaps also talk about the new LGA2011 socket, which has some excellent additions such as the standard backplate and screw-holes. Mounting LGA2011 coolers is dead-easy (read Issue 101 of Custom PC to see which are worth buying and which will limit your overclocking).
You need to cool the VRMs when overclocking
a Sandy Bridge E processor
However, the podcasters are a little concerned by the small space left for VRMs between the two banks of DDR3 memory sockets. We had to upgrade our thermal test rig to blow air across the VRM heatsink when testing LGA2011 coolers – we hope a motherboard manufacturer will invent a way to solve this, but considered the limited appeal of LGA2011, we’re not holding our breath.
As usual, we’ve also got a competition for you, with the staggeringly amazingly brilliant prize of an IDF 2011 rucksack (sold rather better this time than Clive manages in the pod itself). It might even be filled with goodies, depending on how generous we’re feeling. And yes, the question is about pins (there’s a clue). To enter, email podcast [at] custompc.co.uk.
As ever, the bit-tech hardware podcast features music by Brad Sucks, and was recorded on Shure microphones. You can download the podcast direct, listen in-browser or subscribe through iTunes using the links below. Also, be sure to let us know your thoughts about the discussion in the forums.
They discuss Intel’s Sandy Bridge E processor, naturally there’s also plenty of discussion about AMD’s FX-8150 and a bit about its Opteron counterpart. Listen in to see if whether the Bulldozer architecture is any better as a 16-core Opteron.
The chaps also talk about the new LGA2011 socket, which has some excellent additions such as the standard backplate and screw-holes. Mounting LGA2011 coolers is dead-easy (read Issue 101 of Custom PC to see which are worth buying and which will limit your overclocking).
You need to cool the VRMs when overclocking
a Sandy Bridge E processor
However, the podcasters are a little concerned by the small space left for VRMs between the two banks of DDR3 memory sockets. We had to upgrade our thermal test rig to blow air across the VRM heatsink when testing LGA2011 coolers – we hope a motherboard manufacturer will invent a way to solve this, but considered the limited appeal of LGA2011, we’re not holding our breath.
As usual, we’ve also got a competition for you, with the staggeringly amazingly brilliant prize of an IDF 2011 rucksack (sold rather better this time than Clive manages in the pod itself). It might even be filled with goodies, depending on how generous we’re feeling. And yes, the question is about pins (there’s a clue). To enter, email podcast [at] custompc.co.uk.
As ever, the bit-tech hardware podcast features music by Brad Sucks, and was recorded on Shure microphones. You can download the podcast direct, listen in-browser or subscribe through iTunes using the links below. Also, be sure to let us know your thoughts about the discussion in the forums.
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At the risk of over-stepping the line as a reader/listener, it wasn't that long ago that you guys said the podcasts may be suspended indefinitely. Are you in much of a position to let us know anything about the behind-the-scenes issues at this time?
Sadly, I don't think so.
I wouldn't have minded so much if Clive had done the pimping, but the generic female voice sounded a bit jarring. Also would have been nice to talk about a specific range of TT gear, as opposed to just "We are Thermaltake. Buy our stuff!". There's been some good reviews of the Overseer chassis, and the Frio works wonders for many people.
Needless to say, the advert's already been edited out on this end.
you want us to blur the boundary between editorial and advertising? Nope, not happening.
Adapt to survive, I don't see a problem with it. If having adverts ensures the podcasts keep getting made, fine by me.
BTW, for James:
http://www.ebuyer.com/search?q=usb+to+ps2
Never chuck a good keyboard, even a yellowing beige one! :)
Oh, I'm not necessarily saying that. More something along the lines of "This podcast was brought to you by our sponsors Thermaltake, so if you happen to buy a Frio online, tell them we sent you so we get more monies! Yay!"
Heck, even if you or one of the other guys read out the announcement verbatim, it'd be easier on the ears. The continuity in voices might help it sound more appropriate? Just a thought.
Just saying...
Bit-tech's popularity is largely based upon how deeply contributors and staff interact with the community, maybe the financial types should consider 'Podcasts' to an aspect of this and not seek to monetize it, but that's an argument for another day.
If your going to have adverts at least try telling the companies involved they can't just give a script to the first girl they see and record what she says in one take.
It was soo amateurish I honestly though you were having a laugh and kept waiting for the punchline.
Keep up the good work guys.
Thanks mate, have some rep :)
Hopefully those that have entered already with sarcastic 'the answer is obviously X' responses should have a d'oh! moment...
now that is a sneaky question
edit: consumer level cpus probably aren't making enough money for the companies these days? plus the consolification of PC games...