You can use a pin modded Tualatin Celeron 1.4ghz with an FP-PGA slotket on that board. The onboard voltage regulator will automatically adjust to the Tualatin’s specific needs. 1.4v or 1.45v IIRC.
I think it can support 66 mhz FSB Pentium IIs as well via jumper config; the jumper in the lower right corner of the board. Haven’t tested myself on my board yet though. The purpose would be for games that require slower CPUs like the first Descent.
Ideally, this gives it the potential to cover a wide range of games from multiple eras. Notably the decade from 1992 to 2002.
Two ISAs is a bonus, also. Put a PicoGUS and an AWE64 in there for ultimate sound compatibility.
Thanks for the feedback, I am against big hardware forcing, I prefer to reconstruct the typical configuration of the period, I have several desktop PCs, all different and from different periods, just to satisfy my computer appetite from the period 1990-2005 maximum. For me the SE440BX-2 gives its best with Windows 98SE, with games from the period 98-2001. For me the SE440BX-2 was a technological spectacle of that period (in fact I have two identical ones), in terms of assembly and components at the time Intel was ahead of everyone.
I hear ya. My goal a lot of times is to get the highest compatibility out of a system with a focus on minimal bottlenecks surrounding the GPU, so I like to have lowest latency RAM, reduced chance of CPU bottlenecks, and no spinning rust via IDE to SD adapters.
I like to see what a GPU’s full potential is on its native operating system.
The SE440BX-2 with Yamaha audio is better than mine, kudos, I couldn't get one, but I'll try again (at a reasonable price). In this pc there is an Asus V7700Ti video card with 32mb of memory, the sound card is a Sound Blaster Audigy SB0090, P3 500 (Katmai) but I have also a 600Mhz (but in oem backage, i prefer Original Intel Cooler)
Sounds like a perfect era correct setup. I ended up pickup up a pair of these boards from someone local. But unfortunately only one of them was functional. Need to get around to troubleshooting the extra board at some point.
I had a couple 2-bay 5.25" ones. Basic but worked just fine. I also have the 3.5" drive caddy this one has. Seeing this subreddit makes me wish I hadn't recycled all my old gear! Memories!
All parts have been carefully cleaned, tested, selected. I'm a bit of a maniac about this. This is one of my many retro PCs. I hope to be able to post more soon. Thanks for the appreciation.
There is no specific model, it is my assembly, I worked for a company that assembled personal computers in the period 1995-2005, these are parts that come from there. The company no longer exists for several years.
Nice stuff, I have the same Seattle-2 mobo as base for my Slot 1 1GHz build.
It offers no tuning at all, but at least rock solid.
I use Geforce 2 GTS, Voodoo 2 SLI, SB Live +Live drive, and a 10/100 Intel network controller in it, my year 2000 rig. I use it few times every week.
Turquoise_HexagonSun@reddit
Great board.
You can use a pin modded Tualatin Celeron 1.4ghz with an FP-PGA slotket on that board. The onboard voltage regulator will automatically adjust to the Tualatin’s specific needs. 1.4v or 1.45v IIRC.
I think it can support 66 mhz FSB Pentium IIs as well via jumper config; the jumper in the lower right corner of the board. Haven’t tested myself on my board yet though. The purpose would be for games that require slower CPUs like the first Descent.
Ideally, this gives it the potential to cover a wide range of games from multiple eras. Notably the decade from 1992 to 2002.
Two ISAs is a bonus, also. Put a PicoGUS and an AWE64 in there for ultimate sound compatibility.
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
Thanks for the feedback, I am against big hardware forcing, I prefer to reconstruct the typical configuration of the period, I have several desktop PCs, all different and from different periods, just to satisfy my computer appetite from the period 1990-2005 maximum. For me the SE440BX-2 gives its best with Windows 98SE, with games from the period 98-2001. For me the SE440BX-2 was a technological spectacle of that period (in fact I have two identical ones), in terms of assembly and components at the time Intel was ahead of everyone.
Turquoise_HexagonSun@reddit
I hear ya. My goal a lot of times is to get the highest compatibility out of a system with a focus on minimal bottlenecks surrounding the GPU, so I like to have lowest latency RAM, reduced chance of CPU bottlenecks, and no spinning rust via IDE to SD adapters.
I like to see what a GPU’s full potential is on its native operating system.
Aaron707@reddit
Awesome, what cards (video and sound) are you running in it? I have a 440BX2 with the onboard yamaha sound running a 550mhz P3 with GF3 video.
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
The SE440BX-2 with Yamaha audio is better than mine, kudos, I couldn't get one, but I'll try again (at a reasonable price). In this pc there is an Asus V7700Ti video card with 32mb of memory, the sound card is a Sound Blaster Audigy SB0090, P3 500 (Katmai) but I have also a 600Mhz (but in oem backage, i prefer Original Intel Cooler)
Aaron707@reddit
Sounds like a perfect era correct setup. I ended up pickup up a pair of these boards from someone local. But unfortunately only one of them was functional. Need to get around to troubleshooting the extra board at some point.
LegumeFache@reddit
What is that in the front with the USB port?
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
It's a floppy disk emulator.
ApatheistHeretic@reddit
I still have a removable IDE HDD tray just like that.
SaturnFive@reddit
440BX and 440ZX are my favorite retro chipsets. Nice collection of cards in there - what are they?
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
BX chipset is the best for slot1 cpus.
Divergent5623@reddit
Those motherboards are bulletproof. It will outlive us.
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
I love Intel cards from that period, I have many memories tied to them.
TrekChris@reddit
I had this case! It was branded Cruz Computers, though.
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
the manufacturer should have been Chieftech
Das_Rote_Han@reddit
I had a couple 2-bay 5.25" ones. Basic but worked just fine. I also have the 3.5" drive caddy this one has. Seeing this subreddit makes me wish I hadn't recycled all my old gear! Memories!
robert-de-vries@reddit
Where did you get access to time travel technology? The device looks like it's just been unboxed and put to work. Absolutely pristine condition. 😮
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
All parts have been carefully cleaned, tested, selected. I'm a bit of a maniac about this. This is one of my many retro PCs. I hope to be able to post more soon. Thanks for the appreciation.
DeadSkullz627@reddit
What is that in the third bay from top with the audio ports? It looks useful.
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
DeadSkullz627@reddit
Is there a brand and model for it?
East-Town-378@reddit (OP)
There is no specific model, it is my assembly, I worked for a company that assembled personal computers in the period 1995-2005, these are parts that come from there. The company no longer exists for several years.
Foxiest_@reddit
Nice stuff, I have the same Seattle-2 mobo as base for my Slot 1 1GHz build.
It offers no tuning at all, but at least rock solid.
I use Geforce 2 GTS, Voodoo 2 SLI, SB Live +Live drive, and a 10/100 Intel network controller in it, my year 2000 rig. I use it few times every week.
Curtis@reddit
Put a real floppy in that second or a zip
MeringueOdd4662@reddit
This is the way!!! Good job!!