First post, by Pingaloka
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Lately I've stopped fiddling with Socket 3 Motherboards and started concentrating on Socket 7 ones.
I know they don't get as much love as a Socket 3 MOBO, but I find them really enjoyable; They are still old enough and have some technical advantages over most Socket 3 MOBOS. And IMO they are perfect for a DOS Gaming machine as they embrace a greater period of time.
I also find SOcket 7's to be greater quality builds overall.
I have a Socket 7 already built. I'm Using a 166MMX overcloked to 200MMX. I just got a 233MMX so I may use this one instead and downclock it to 200mhz....I'm using an Abit PR5 R2 PCI MOBO but got 2 new ones this week which are worth taking a look:
SOYO, SY-5EAS5
Supports MMX, goes up to 200-233. 512kb cache and PS2 mouse port.
Zida 5SVA-E
A Tomatoboard , I love these ones, specially the Socket 3 Tomatoboard.
It also has 512kb cache + ps2 mouse port, USB connectors, supports MMX and processor speed can go up to 333!!
This is the one I'm using right now. Even though it says is not compatible with MMX, it does work with it. It only has 256kb cache though and PS2 Mouse port.
I'm thinking on changing the Abit for the Zida one...any recommendations or comments are welcomed.
