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  1. 10-13-2007, 03:43 PM #1
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    Quote Originally Posted by mondocool View Post
    Hmm also one more thing, the nb removes seperately correct? so would it be possible to install the thermalright hr-05 on it? I have it on my evga... I don't want it to go to waste
    ERR just realized the nb and sb are connected via a heatpipe
    Hmm I heard theres another asus maximum formula that has a nb passive cooler is this true? also how do you think the p5e compares to the maximus?
    the Maximus alot better then the p5e
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    Quote Originally Posted by Warboy View Post
    the Maximus alot better then the p5e
    Argh... but I have a bad feeling about not cooling the nb...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Warboy View Post
    the Maximus alot better then the p5e
    Don´t lame, P5E is the same board without one of the two NICs and another useless stuff.
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    Quote Originally Posted by STaRGaZeR View Post
    Donīt lame, P5E is the same board without one of the two NICs and another useless stuff.
    just pull off that P5E sticker and you see maximus on the PCB heh


    to the other guy- its like the blitz, you dont need to watercool; just an option to.
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    Quote Originally Posted by STaRGaZeR View Post
    Don´t lame, P5E is the same board without one of the two NICs and another useless stuff.
    Quote Originally Posted by irev210 View Post
    just pull off that P5E sticker and you see maximus on the PCB heh


    to the other guy- its like the blitz, you dont need to watercool; just an option to.
    Quote Originally Posted by Warboy View Post
    the Maximus alot better then the p5e

    Before I want to start a new thread asking people about the "difference" between P5E and Maximus Formula, I think I'll ask it away here instead.

    I read this statement from a couple members already: The P5E and Maximus Formula are essecially the same board using the same PCB; You just pull off the P5E sticker and you'll find Maximus Formula printed underneath it.

    I know when new boards are still in their initial stage of release, one of the few people may start this kind rumour or joke about two different board and I don't mean anyone one of you. I mean the one who first passed on this info. This is what I've seen in the past where one guy puts out a joke by maskin taped his P5B board with a P5K deluxe sticker and that concluded as just a rumour in the end.

    I'd like to see an actual source where you guys find that the P5E is exactly the same board as Maximus Formula with same amount of caps and identical placement of them.

    I did check P5E/Maximus Formula official released boards HD photos and I honestly cannot tell a difference with the amount of caps used and the placement of them. Maybe they're essecially the same thing just Maximus Formula has a "better" BIOS plus the bells and whistles from the included bundle accessories/items.

    As for me which board is worth it, it all comes down how overclocking friendly is the supported BIOS really. If Maximus Formula does get better support with BIOS that yields better compatibility and greater OC-ability than P5E eventhough they're the same board, then I think enthusiasts including myself would pay for the difference which isn't "fair" in my opinion but it's what enthusiasts seek for without a choice.

    My next question would be is it possible to flash P5E mobo with Maximus Formula BIOS if they're the same board?

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    Well for cooling nb I found a cheap solution http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835106064
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    In about 1 to 2 weeks the regular Maximus Formula will be released worldwide..


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    Quote Originally Posted by rabor View Post
    In about 1 to 2 weeks the regular Maximus Formula will be released worldwide..


    Thats great to hear no need for the thermaltake then
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