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If you multi-task a lot you definitely want either 2000 or XP. I can't tell you which one is better b/c I haven't used XP very much.

I think most people here will agree... stay away from ME. ...

Hey, no need to apologize. I wasn't implying that the board isn't good. That was just the only review I found. I need a board for the same reason as you (a server) but I'd like to be able to play...

Here's a review of the ECS K7SEM. http://www.socketa.com/reviews/ecs/k7sem/

I think this is the same board as the M810LMR.

Rob, yes I do have an Nvidia video card but, I use analog audio for CD playback. In windows 2000 there were some CD playback problems when the "Apply Reverb/QMSS/QXpander to External Input Source"...

dave, I don't have that board, but maybe you need to enable the modem in the BIOS.

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There's really only one way to TOTALLY remove a SB Live! from your system... 1)pull card 2)format HD 3) reinstall windows.

Just uninstalling the software and the drivers does not remove all...

crazyray, the ViaHardware forums are where I went for advice on solving the problem. :)
The SB Live! crackling problem is very common on boards with a Via chipset and even some Intel boards...

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduct.asp?submit=manufactory&catalog=62&manufactory=1379

The Thermaltake Volcano II is a descent heatsink and is pretty quiet. And it only cost $12 w/shipping! ...

I just bought a Philips Acoustic Edge at Best Buy (only $49 after rebates) and replaced my SB Live! 5.1. My motherboard is an Epox 8KTA3+ and I'm running Win2k. I must say that I am not missing the...

Otheos, where did you order the board from and how much was it? When you get it setup and running please let me know how you like it. I've found a few MicroATX cases that will fit a standard ATX...