How did this Slip by.... Bad Axe 2 Available...

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11-19-2006, 06:05 PM
GPSeek

Just a quick question. Does Tuniq Tower 120 fit this bad axe? Thanks!
11-19-2006, 08:24 PM
bobov

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

I just test my XBX2 (retail version 503) mobo with my L629B E6600. So far 400X9 orthos LargeFFT stable @ 1.40v in bios, 1.37v in windows, using 1066 strap. The vFSB&vMCH at default, only change fsb to 400, increase Vcore to 1.40v, mem runs at 800MHz.

IMO, XBX2 is a great mobo. I do not need to do OC-Debug mod to overclock my E6600. The vDroop is much less than Asus P5WDG2 WS Pro. vDimm from 1.80v to 2.80v, FSB from 133 to 500 MHz.

:)

Update:

FSB = 412MHz, 1066 strap
Multiple = 9
vCore = 1.450v in bios, 1.43v/1.42v in windows idle/load
vFSB = 1.250v
vMCH = 1.525v
vDimm = 2.00v

http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/4...x237ghztk1.jpg
11-19-2006, 08:38 PM
bobov

Quote:

Originally Posted by GPSeek

Just a quick question. Does Tuniq Tower 120 fit this bad axe? Thanks!

TT120 fit xbx1, xbx2 layout is about same as xbx1, so TT120 should fit bad axe 2. :)
11-19-2006, 09:21 PM
Speederlander

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

The vDroop is much less than Asus P5WDG2 WS Pro

Unless you are using a recent new BIOS (no reason to, IMO) the P5WDG2 WS Pro overvolts, a lot.
11-19-2006, 09:30 PM
bobov

BIOS 0502 0506 undervolts.
11-19-2006, 09:41 PM
Speederlander

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

BIOS 0502 0506 undervolts.

Yeah I know (there are a few undervolting beta bioses out there too) and from what has been reported here, they offer no real improvement OCing-wise, other than quad core ready, etc.
11-19-2006, 09:51 PM
bofors

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

Update:

FSB = 412MHz, 1066 strap
Multiple = 9
vCore = 1.450v in bios, 1.43v/1.42v in windows idle/load
vFSB = 1.250v
vMCH = 1.525v
vDimm = 2.00v

Thanks for the update.

While this is certainly a good overclock, I do not see these numbers as being significantly better than what is achievable on an original Bad Axe.
11-19-2006, 10:43 PM
bobov

BX2 BIOS is more oc friendly than BX1s. vDimm up to 2.80v compare 2.20v in BX1, FSB up to 500MHz compare 50%(400 MHz). BX2 supports quadcore better.

And no OC-Debug mod required on BX2.
11-19-2006, 10:48 PM
loafer87gt

Thanks for sharing your BX2 info - I can't wait for mine to arrive next week.
11-19-2006, 10:56 PM
GPSeek

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

TT120 fit xbx1, xbx2 layout is about same as xbx1, so TT120 should fit bad axe 2. :)

Thanks!
Just ordered the retail box from ClubIT. The price there is good:)

http://www.clubit.com/product_detail...temno=A4838942

$234.99 + $7.00 (shipping) = $241.99
:)
11-19-2006, 11:56 PM
bofors

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

BX2 BIOS is more oc friendly than BX1s. vDimm up to 2.80v compare 2.20v in BX1, FSB up to 500MHz compare 50%(400 MHz). BX2 supports quadcore better.

And no OC-Debug mod required on BX2.

Yes, I think Kentsfield support (quad-core) may be what really distinguishes the Bad Axe 2 from the original:

http://vr-zone.com/index.php?i=4111&s=7
http://sg.vr-zone.com/?i=4130&s=2

But the orignal can take the FSB to 500 MHz too (1333 strap + 50%), I am running mine at 466. Are you saying that the the Bad Axe 2 can do 500 MHz on the 1066 strap? I thought the limit was 433.
11-20-2006, 12:35 AM
fullmetal

not bad...more room for improvement
11-20-2006, 08:58 AM
bobov

Quote:

Originally Posted by bofors

Yes, I think Kentsfield support (quad-core) may be what really distinguishes the Bad Axe 2 from the original:

http://vr-zone.com/index.php?i=4111&s=7
http://sg.vr-zone.com/?i=4130&s=2

But the orignal can take the FSB to 500 MHz too (1333 strap + 50%), I am running mine at 466. Are you saying that the the Bad Axe 2 can do 500 MHz on the 1066 strap? I thought the limit was 433.

The limit is 500MHz on 1066 strap on BX2.
11-20-2006, 01:55 PM
bofors

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

The limit is 500MHz on 1066 strap on BX2.

Nice, thanks for the info.

I just ordered some Micron "fat body" RAM by Corsair that likes to run at about 2.45V, so I guess I am going to getting some Bad Axe 2's for the higher vDIMM: http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...d.php?t=123720

But I really think these boards will shine with Kentsfield, so I guess when they come down to a reasonable price (like $500, hopefully by next summer) I will be ready to drop them in.
11-20-2006, 07:57 PM
Supertim0r

too bad my site is down. I have some pics with the tt120 installed...fat d9 also :)

edit : moved here -> http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/...d.php?t=124131
11-20-2006, 10:49 PM
GPSeek

Supertim0r,
the M/B with a TT 120 looks great!:toast:
Thanks for sharing. Can't wait for the slow shipping:p:
11-21-2006, 07:49 AM
Teratism

Will be interesting if the board can actually hit its Max on the 1066 strap. Most other boards claim large numbers and usually provide well short of them.
11-21-2006, 08:55 AM
heikis

i have a choice to get p5b deluxe or this badaxe2. which one to get?
im using e6400 and i would be sattisfied with 400FSB at 1033 strap. i need not to go higher
im afraid to get p5b deluxe because the board dies too easy. if you guys confirm that BAXE2 can do 400FSB 1066 strap easily and has no major issues (this board does well with micron d9 chips, right?)
11-21-2006, 09:49 AM
breetai72

The board can definitely do 400MHz. I've run it up past 450MHz. The key to if it will hit 400 with the 1066 strap is the MCH. Nothing else. If you end up with a MCH that has good timings, you'll be able to hit it.

One suggestion. Make sure you have good air on the MCH if you increase it's voltage. I used a 40mm fan with wire ties on the heat sink. It works great and there is a fan header there to connect to. The ICH can use air too since V_Core MCH = V_Core ICH on these boards.
11-21-2006, 10:49 AM
heikis

I have a 120mm and a 80mm fan blowing at the NB and SB anyway. So I guess I will be going for the badaxe2.
does the badaxe2 have the coldboot problem? i really dont want my HDD and PSU to suffer because of the coldboot problem.

and wait a minute... are you guys saying the badaxe2 supports FSB from 133 to 500 IN BIOS??? i saw that the limit in bios was 433MHz- has it been upped to 500MHz by a bios fix or something?
11-21-2006, 11:29 AM
bobov

BX2 does support FSB from 133 to 500 in BIOS. :)
11-21-2006, 11:33 AM
heikis

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobov

BX2 does support FSB from 133 to 500 in BIOS. :)

thank you very much.
-> but what about the coldboot? does it exist? when does it occur? can it be avoided? this i really need to know so i can prepare myself :D
asus has fixed the issue with a bios update, but has Intel?
11-21-2006, 11:59 AM
cadaveca

I don't see no issue on XBX1 w/ new bios, so you'd think XBX2 would b just as good, if not better, than it's predecessor.
11-21-2006, 12:54 PM
Supertim0r

my Q6600 is limited on the XBX2 (390fsb) but...this mobo is sick with conroe :slobber:

edit : second boot -> 1M cas3, 1M cas4, prime stability :eek:
11-21-2006, 03:03 PM
TheJuice

Bad Axe 2 (D975XBX2) BIOS update available

I didnt see this posted anywhere, but there is a BIOS updated available for Bad Axe 2.

Ver #2330, Date: 11/16/2006

http://www.intel.com/products/mother...XBX2/tools.htm

New Fixes/Features:
 Fixed issue where “Clear BIOS Passwords” feature in Maintenance
Page of BIOS Setup was not working.
 Updated Marvell* 88SE6145 Option ROM to version 1.1.0.34.
 Fixed issue where BIOS Setup defaults would overwrite current user
settings when entering Maintenance Mode.
 Added Microsoft* Vista* support for STAC9227 and STAC9274D audio
codecs.
 Expanded overclocking functionality.
 Added IDCC version 2.02 support.
 Fixed an issue where auto-recovery from a corrupt image wasn't
working.
 Fixed fan speed surge during initial power on.
 Fixed higher than normal Fan noise with certain processors.
 Fixed potential issue where Fan speed stuck at 100%.
 Fixed issue where attempting to use the One Time Boot Menu
appeared to hang POST.
 Fixed issue where Recovery status screen is blank.

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