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From: Steve Bertrand <iaccounts@northnetworks.ca>
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> I am purchasing a new machine and I want to make sure that it runs
> freebsd without any problem. I seem to recollect, going back in history,
> that "integrated" boards gave problems. These days, integrated boards
> are the norm. I know that Abit and Asus used to be a good bet. What
> about Intel boards?
>
> Is there any rule of thumb, or good pointers, or "absolutely avoid"
> suggestions?

I had problems with SIS-630 hardware. All my Intel 810/810e PC's work good
though.

Also, the Asus AN266-V mobo's work very fast with AMD 1800+ CPU's. $550
CDN for the entire setup on the latter equipment.

Just out of curiosity, what will the box be for?

Steve Bertrand



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