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I made the complete build and then during installation of the the OS I chose the drive (NVMe one) for installation. Once in windows you need to go to the drive manager in order to create a partition and format the other one, otherwise it wont show in explorer.

 

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use Rufus for usb installation, avoid microsfoft crap.

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Hi guys, in looking through the QVL for the CROSSHAIR VII HERO I did notice that there is a supported 2x8GB kit that runs at 3466MHz. Namely the F4-3466C16D-16GSXW. Is it a simple matter of me buying two of those kits and making a 4x8GB set and getting away with nice fast 3466 RAM? Or is this not possible due to the single sided/double sided RAM (still unclear on this aspect and have yet to verse myself in it) ?

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expect to encounter trouble at said 3455 C16 setting when you double the amount of modules.

 

 

There is a big difference between 2 and 4 module configs.

 

 

If you do NOT see a 4 x8GB kit listed at that speed in QVL, assume none passed the tests. Likely it will be 2x8GB and at the very very top end you see 2 x 4GB again as well, at 4800 or so...

 

 

I have the exact same issue with my board. 4 modules do only 2666 w/o trouble. With only 2 of them they go XMP-3600_CL16. BTW, this is a 4-Module kit, not 2 x 2x8, a true 32GB kit and it won't work. It's also not in QVL, that kit does not appear in any QVL I checked anymore, the latency was too tight I guess. They all run 18CL now with 4 modules.

 

 

 

RAM got tricky, more than it ever was imho, taking the ultra high price in consideration you can't afford a mishap and get stuck like I do with a 550€ kit that wont run properly due to chipset & board limitations.

That kit ran flawless at 3600 with my 7700k, and each pair runs in a 2-set at XMP with the 8700k, just not 4 of them together...and I really tried hard, every damn Bios, dozens and dozens of settings...nada.

 

 

This got nothing to do with single or double sided modules. The culprit with 2 or 4 modules are the circuits, their exact same length on the board, the voltage supply, signal clarity, timing issues.

 

 

 

The Ultra Overclocker records with RAM Speed are meanwhile done with either Asus Apex E-ATX that despite it's over-sized layout only has 2 RAM slots, to keep the signals integer....or meanwhile even ITX boards...as they also only house 2 slots, due to size limitations..but comes in just fine for world records in RAM overclocking.

 

 

 

 

long story short. If you want 3466MHz 32GBG kit...get it from QVL or expect trouble, my honest advice.


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Ryzen 1000 series was more sensitive to the number of memories installed. With 2 it could go up to 3466, but with 4 couldn't go past 3200.

 

Ryzen 2000 has a MUCH BETTER memory controller. The difference between 2 and 4 is 3666 and 3533 respectively (typical values, your mileage will vary, and your skill in overclocking will affect this number too).

 

Some people report better results with 3466 with CL timings of 14, but I couldnt get that, for 3466 I was stuck with CL15, and amazingly 3533 as well, so I kept 3533 (go figure).

 

3200Mhz should be easily achieved even with 4 sticks on the 2700X, as long both kits are same part number and are SAMSUNG B Die (the 2 kits of 3466 should be SAMSUNG B die 80% sure)


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expect to encounter trouble at said 3455 C16 setting when you double the amount of modules.

 

 

There is a big difference between 2 and 4 module configs.

 

 

If you do NOT see a 4 x8GB kit listed at that speed in QVL, assume none passed the tests. Likely it will be 2x8GB and at the very very top end you see 2 x 4GB again as well, at 4800 or so...

 

 

I have the exact same issue with my board. 4 modules do only 2666 w/o trouble. With only 2 of them they go XMP-3600_CL16. BTW, this is a 4-Module kit, not 2 x 2x8, a true 32GB kit and it won't work. It's also not in QVL, that kit does not appear in any QVL I checked anymore, the latency was too tight I guess. They all run 18CL now with 4 modules.

 

 

 

RAM got tricky, more than it ever was imho, taking the ultra high price in consideration you can't afford a mishap and get stuck like I do with a 550€ kit that wont run properly due to chipset & board limitations.

That kit ran flawless at 3600 with my 7700k, and each pair runs in a 2-set at XMP with the 8700k, just not 4 of them together...and I really tried hard, every damn Bios, dozens and dozens of settings...nada.

 

 

This got nothing to do with single or double sided modules. The culprit with 2 or 4 modules are the circuits, their exact same length on the board, the voltage supply, signal clarity, timing issues.

 

 

 

The Ultra Overclocker records with RAM Speed are meanwhile done with either Asus Apex E-ATX that despite it's over-sized layout only has 2 RAM slots, to keep the signals integer....or meanwhile even ITX boards...as they also only house 2 slots, due to size limitations..but comes in just fine for world records in RAM overclocking.

 

 

 

 

long story short. If you want 3466MHz 32GBG kit...get it from QVL or expect trouble, my honest advice.

 

Thats just the thing. There are no true 32GB kits from G.SKill TridentZ RGB line on the QVL for the ASUS ROG CROSSHAIR VII HERO. Not gonna lie, RAM compatibility this go round is throwing me for a loop.

 

Ryzen 1000 series was more sensitive to the number of memories installed. With 2 it could go up to 3466, but with 4 couldn't go past 3200.

 

Ryzen 2000 has a MUCH BETTER memory controller. The difference between 2 and 4 is 3666 and 3533 respectively (typical values, your mileage will vary, and your skill in overclocking will affect this number too).

 

Some people report better results with 3466 with CL timings of 14, but I couldnt get that, for 3466 I was stuck with CL15, and amazingly 3533 as well, so I kept 3533 (go figure).

 

3200Mhz should be easily achieved even with 4 sticks on the 2700X, as long both kits are same part number and are SAMSUNG B Die (the 2 kits of 3466 should be SAMSUNG B die 80% sure)

 

I appreciate you guys. I'm just going to go with what you guys suggested a few posts back which is the F4-3200C14Q-32GTZR (4x8GB) kit and call it a day.

 

I'm going to go off on a limb here but I am ASSUMING that I should see a marginal performance boost on 3 monitor surround at 3240x1920 going from my existing rig to what I am planning to build. This is basically the whole point of this exercise. Let me know what you guys think.


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So I've totally done a 180. Decided I need raw power at stock right out of the box. Here is what I'm going with.

 

CPU: Core i7-8700K

RAM: G.Skill TridentZ RGB 32GB

MOBO: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS X FORMULA

GFX: GTX 980Ti for now (Re-Using my existing GPU until 1180 comes out)

Cooler: NZXT Kraken x62

Storage: Samsung 970EVo NVMe M.2 500GB (OS) + Samsung 970EVo NVMe M.2 1TB (Games)

PSU: Corsair AX1200i 1200 Watt (Re-using Old existing PSU)

OS: Windows 10 Home 64-bit

 

Pilotasso and BitMaster please dont hate me.


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wont hate you, but a FORMULA board and an AIO makes zero sense !!!

 

 

This board is for watercool enthusiasts like I am ;)

 

 

You waste some money ! Better get another Asus board that skips the EK waterblocks.

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wont hate you, but a FORMULA board and an AIO makes zero sense !!!

 

 

This board is for watercool enthusiasts like I am ;)

 

 

You waste some money ! Better get another Asus board that skips the EK waterblocks.

 

Haha hey! I'm a formula guy by nature. Its more of an emotional thing for me. Been with em since 2008

 

Btw, found these nice CL15 2x16GB kits. Im enjoying the breathing room with RAM selection and intel :smilewink: F4-3200C15D-32GTZR

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I always wanted one of those but for some unknown reason, I always end up with a different board.

 

 

Indeed, the Intel platform still enjoys greater support from all sides and thus I guess you have more choices with RAM than with AMD, I have read those QVL's myself and was a bit surpised how few are actually supported for AMD X470 chipsets.

 

 

 

I tell you, I am struck by this issue.

 

My only hope is a new Bios some day that supports my modules with all 4 inserted. If I have all 4 in, timing gets tricky and BSOD's come quick beyond 3200 CL17-18-18-38-2T. That is really not what I like but all I get without riscing any errors every few hours.

 

 

The onyl thing that makes me believe it may still work out is my 7700k Z270 setup that used to run those 4 modules last year. I got another 16GB kit with 2x8GB only, GSkill and exact same 3600er specs and handed it down to my son. he is happy with 16GB, bet he is ! That board , also got it when it came out, needed 3-4 months until the RAM ran like expected. Before that one Bios that fixed it, I had the exact same issues, actually even worse. So there is hope and I dont give up. Asus issued a new Bios that I put on 3 days ago and tested it all over again. Actually, those modules are real good, if only the board would accept them or I would only need 2 aka 16GB, but I want 32GB at 3200 CL17 over 16GB 3600 CL16 with the new Hornet. That beast just sucked RAM like nuts, in the few hours I spent in it.

 

 

It wouldnt be all that bad if RAM was cheaper and if I could sell mine and get another set for 225€ anywhere, but they are 549,-€ ! I paid about 300 back then, No way I pay that price. i am rather changing the mobo, that's cheaper, how funny that is !

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Hey guys, so I have this build arriving in the mail in a few days and I'm already stressed

 

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CPU: Core i7-8700K

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MOBO: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS X FORMULA

GFX: GTX 980Ti for now (Re-Using my existing GPU until 1180 comes out)

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PSU: Corsair AX1200i 1200 Watt (Re-using Old existing PSU)

OS: Windows 10 Home 64-bit

 

I am trying to learn the steps on how to install Windows 10 on one the 500GB 970Evo NVMe M.2 and I'm coming across a lot of new terminology and BIOS options I have never seen before. Can someone clarify what is the best way to get Windows 10 on that drive in the best most practical way? I am seeing people creating UEFI compatible windows 10 USB sticks using something called Rufus, others are changing BIOS options under CSM. I am lost. Any help is greatly appreciated.

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It's pretty straight forward. Download the Win 10 Media Creation tool from Microsoft (just google it). You'll see a link and instruction on how to create a bootable USB stick.

 

 

 

Also, in BIOS, use the Windows Boot Manager or it may just say UEFI) for the boot option. Do *not* select the old MBR (Master Boot Record). And of course, insure that you have bootable USB as an option before the HDD for the boot order.

 

 

That's pretty much it since you don't have any older RAID controllers to worry about.


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It's pretty straight forward. Download the Win 10 Media Creation tool from Microsoft (just google it). You'll see a link and instruction on how to create a bootable USB stick.

 

 

 

Also, in BIOS, use the Windows Boot Manager or it may just say UEFI) for the boot option. Do *not* select the old MBR (Master Boot Record). And of course, insure that you have bootable USB as an option before the HDD for the boot order.

 

 

That's pretty much it since you don't have any older RAID controllers to worry about.

 

I see, so basically I need I need to go with the UEFI installation route for better boot times and hardware support. So to sum it up I need to acquire a Windows 10 ISO via the Windows media creation tool and then use Rufus to create the windows 10 USB stick? Now after this point, how do I proceed with the UEFI Windows 10 installation? Do I still need to mess with the CSM bios setting?

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No, the media creation tool becomes the bootable device and you start installing right away. The UEFI/MBR decision is the only thing you really have to worry about in BIOS. My guess is that your BIOS already defaults to it. I can't imagine any BIOS/MB that defaults to using MBR these days.

 

 

 

And You won't need compatibility mode with the new hardware. It's not like you have an ancient RAID controller or disk controller.

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No, the media creation tool becomes the bootable device and you start installing right away. The UEFI/MBR decision is the only thing you really have to worry about in BIOS. My guess is that your BIOS already defaults to it. I can't imagine any BIOS/MB that defaults to using MBR these days.

 

 

 

And You won't need compatibility mode with the new hardware. It's not like you have an ancient RAID controller or disk controller.

 

 

Ok got it, So I need to make sure I go to the CSM setting in UEFI bios and change it to disabled if it defaults to enabled?

 

Then Ill just use the windows creation tool then and make a windows 10 USB stick. Then just go in BIOS and boot from USB.


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I don't think you'll need to bother with changing anything in CSM, to be honest. But yeah, it's not going to be as difficult as you're thinking. But make sure you can log into windows account. When you first install, use Windows account, you can change it to a local account later. But once you log in, you don't have to worry about the Win10 license anymore. MS remembers it for you. If you reinstall Win later, you don't have to worry about looking for the key.

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I don't think you'll need to bother with changing anything in CSM, to be honest. But yeah, it's not going to be as difficult as you're thinking. But make sure you can log into windows account. When you first install, use Windows account, you can change it to a local account later. But once you log in, you don't have to worry about the Win10 license anymore. MS remembers it for you. If you reinstall Win later, you don't have to worry about looking for the key.

 

I just wanna make sure I do the right thing.

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I just wanna make sure I do the right thing.

 

:thumbup:

 

Sounds like you have a pretty good handle on it. Nice looking rig, I am envious. I am going to do a new build this year myself, just trying to hold out till later in the year to see what might come down the pike.

 

I am tempted to go ahead though.

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:thumbup:

 

Sounds like you have a pretty good handle on it. Nice looking rig, I am envious. I am going to do a new build this year myself, just trying to hold out till later in the year to see what might come down the pike.

 

I am tempted to go ahead though.

 

Thank you brother! :thumbup:

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BTW, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention RocketCool's delid'ing tool. It's about 30 minutes of work (super easy to do) and you'll drop your CPU temp by 10 deg C or more. Take a look at the video on his site and you'll see how easy it is. If you've ever applied thermal paste on to a CPU, you can delid it. It's really that easy. Now I run my 8700K at 5.1 GHz and I didn't really have to do much to get it to run at that rate. My CPU stays very cool.

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I'm also holding out to upgrading to 8th gen. I'm torn between pulling the trigger now or wait for the 10nm ones.

 

P.S. I already bought the Rockit88 deliding tool and Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut. Planning to delid the current 6700k. If I bork it during the process, then on to the 8700k or 8086k.

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I'm also holding out to upgrading to 8th gen. I'm torn between pulling the trigger now or wait for the 10nm ones.

 

P.S. I already bought the Rockit88 deliding tool and Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut. Planning to delid the current 6700k. If I bork it during the process, then on to the 8700k or 8086k.

 

 

 

 

You *want* to screw it up so you can upgrade. We're on to you! :D

 

 

It's so easy though. One tip, after you delid, I make a note of where on the IHS the cpu actually touches. This way, I can apply the Conductonaut on that square space on the IHS. When you take it off, you'll see what I mean.

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Hello guys and girls,

 

I am happy to report that so far everything has gone smoothly. I built the system externally on the bench first outside the case and installed windows 10. Initially the UEFI BIOS did not pick up my DDR4 RAM timings and speed but after loading XMP profile, it sits nicely at 3200MHz 15-15-15-35.

 

One thing I was unsure of is how much to tighten the Kraken x62 water pump onto the 8700k. I put it on firmly but did not get too crazy with it. So far my temps outside the case do not break 50c. (I am assuming that once it goes in the case that I should probably see higher temps)

 

Next I ran a few benchmarks like Firestrike, and Cinebench R15 (I don't have the screenshots to share the results at the moment as I am away from home but will as soon as I return). I was very happy with the results but I would barely see my CPU speeds on the 8700k hit anywhere near the 4.7GHz turbo mark. Most I would see is about 4.1GHz and no more. I decided to take the plunge and update the BIOS on my Maximus X Formula. I noticed that the BIOS version on the mobo was the oldest version ever released for this model and that there were several releases past that one all with "Improved performance and stability" in their release notes.

 

I went into UEFI and simply went to "Update BIOS via Internet" I just said what the hell, lets see what happens. It all went smoothly. I re-ran my benchmarks again after the BIOS update and noticed a significant improvement from the previous run with the oldest BIOS loaded. I also noticed my CPU speed hit 4.7 GHz for multiple durations of time. I am very happy with this :)

 

Now as far as my AIO Kraken x62 is concerned, I did hear some very slight and benign gurgling of the cooling fluid but it seems to have settled and completely disappeared after about a day or so. The temps on my 8700k at stock speeds hit about 35-40c while playing DCS but this is also keeping in my that the mobo is still sitting in open air outside the case so I assume temps will be higher one I get it all buttoned up. I can not even hear the water pump which is a bit concerning but after I looked at the CPU temp/Pump RPM curve, I was not hitting CPU temps anywhere near what would cause the pump to go into full blast.

 

In DCS at 3240x1920 on 3 monitor portrait surround, I have all detail settings on the highest possible level with 2x AA and 4x AF and I am averaging 60fps over Las Vegas. It will dip to about 50fps at times but not for too long.

 

I do plan on overclocking the 8700k to hit 5 GHz in a few months but for now I think Im just going to exercise it at stock.

 

I will share my Samsung Magic M.S SSD scores as well Firestrike and Cinebench and would love to get your thoughts on how my system stacks up at stock speeds. In the mean time I ill leave you with some photos :)

 

As always, I appreciate all of the time and energy from you guys in helping me put this machine together :)

 

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Intel i7-8700k Coffee Lake@stock

G.Skill TridentZ RGB 32GB (2x16) 3200MHz

ASUS ROG STRIX GTX 1080 Ti

Maximus X FORMULA Z370 BIOS 1401

NZXT Kraken x62

SAMSUNG 970 EVO M.2 2280 500GB (OS)

SAMSUNG 970 EVO M.2 2280 1TB (Games)

Corsair AX1200i 1200 Watt

Cooler Master HAF X

HOTAS Warthog | VKB MCG Pro GunFighter Mk. II | MFG Crosswind | TrackIR 5

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Congrats on your new build. Looks awesome even though I'm not a fan of RGB lighting (but it's almost impossible to get hardware without it these days... why?!).

 

Have fun.. I'm going to upgrade soon as well

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Congrats on your new build. Looks awesome even though I'm not a fan of RGB lighting (but it's almost impossible to get hardware without it these days... why?!).

 

Have fun.. I'm going to upgrade soon as well

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Because it looks cool to 14 year olds :D

 

 

 

 

 

 

ExGreyFox, nicely done. And I just got why you have 3 monitors. I couldn't understand what it would look like, being so wide. I never thought that you'd put it vertically.

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i7-10700K Direct-To-Die/OC'ed to 5.1GHz, MSI Z490 MB, 32GB DDR4 3200MHz, EVGA 2080 Ti FTW3, NVMe+SSD, Win 10 x64 Pro, MFG, Warthog, TM MFDs, Komodo Huey set, Rverbe G1

 

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