Just a quick update Folks... Here are my current useable settings after only 2 days with the K9A2 (I won't say stable yet, not enough testing):

Keep in mind the best I could get on the DS5 with this chip was 2.7 with a 1980 NB, and a 1500 HTT!!

Aussie:I know it's not 3Ghz, but it's a helluva lot better than what was getting with the DS5.. I get the feeling that there are alot more differences between DQ6 & DS5 than we initially thought!

KTE:I didn't realize your smilies were links. I'm assuming you used AOD for testing, do you have a system for core clocking? Just wishful thinking... I'm sure it's just turn one core up at a time and wait to see if it crashes (sigh...)

Keithlm:I agree with you, I don't think there is anything wrong with the G.Skill kits. If anything it's the fact that the DS5 just doesn't handle 2x2Gb very well...

Quote Originally Posted by Fulgore0rb
HAHA you'd be surprised- I bet this thing has a self-destruct built into it.
This was my first experience with GBT too. Needless to say, I'm not too impressed either....