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To: Elmer who wrote (126083)	1/26/2001 10:32:42 AM
From: Joe NYC	Respond to of 186894

Elmer, Did you have any trouble installing Win2000 on your BP6? I'm still running NT4.0 Abit support has not been exemplary in this area, but they got it working acceptably some time after W2k shipment. There is a web site out there called bp6.com which has a FAQ about W2k installation. I think it is now straight forward (with upgrade to the latest version of BIOS), but there were some problems in the past. Joe Edit: here is the FAQ: bp6.gamesquad.net Actually, the easier way to do the install (than what they describe) is to just attach your hard drive to just the regular ATA-33 (not to HPT 366) and install like that, without worrying about HPT drivers. Install HPT drivers only after you have the W2k installed and running, and once w2k boots fine and recognizes the HPT, you can reconnect your hard drive to it. (of course that is if you use the HPT controller in the first place). Anyway, it is important to set your BIOS settings the way they describe it on the page I linked.

To: Elmer who wrote (126083)	1/26/2001 12:01:22 PM
From: The Duke of URL©	Respond to of 186894

From your url: vp6..."Socket 2 Me" :)) very cute.

To: Elmer who wrote (126083)	1/26/2001 12:34:03 PM
From: Joe NYC	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 186894

Elmer, Yes, that's the one. I think it uses a VIA chipset. You are right about this being Via based. For some reason I thought it was 815 based. That makes it a little less attractive. Actually, prior to release of Socket based Athlon and Duron processors, I could see PC enthusiasts or DIY crowd buying Celeron and Coppermine Piiis. I did. But at this time, there is just no reason to go with Intel based chips (vs. Tbird or Duron), unless you have some emotional attachment to the company (being a shareholder, employee or whatever). Joe