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* The smaller low profile compact box limits expansion card height and sata header access when using a full size 3.5 Hard Drive (HD). | * The smaller low profile compact box limits expansion card height and sata header access when using a full size 3.5 Hard Drive (HD). | ||
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* The [[Intel D915GRV]] has a limited number of expansion slots: 1 PCI Express 1x16, 2 PCI, and 1 PCIE. | * The [[Intel D915GRV]] has a limited number of expansion slots: 1 PCI Express 1x16, 2 PCI, and 1 PCIE. | ||
* The CLIENTPRO 365 / [[Intel D915GRV]] combo uses a somewhat unusual* power routing connection scheme where there is an extra 4pin molex on the board and the main power supply connection only uses a 20 pin connector in a 24 pin socket. | * The CLIENTPRO 365 / [[Intel D915GRV]] combo uses a somewhat unusual* power routing connection scheme where there is an extra 4pin molex on the board and the main power supply connection only uses a 20 pin connector in a 24 pin socket. | ||
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| + | == Workaround Suggestions == | ||
| + | * It would be better to use '4' 2.5 laptop drives with a Icy Dock MB994SP-4S Quad Bay 2.5" SATA/SAS Mobile Rack for use in a single 5.25" device bay above where the hard drive normally sits since using a 3.5HD in the factory location covers 3 of the 4 SATA ports when fully inserted. | ||
| + | *This way you get 4 drives up above the board that you can RAID, and then use a PATA/IDE DVD drive. This fills in the 2 available 5.25 bays and leaves room under for the board and cables. (ICY DOCK MN's: MB994SP-4S, MB994SP-4SB-1, or MB971SP-B 'DuoSwap dual multi-drive cage'.)</small> | ||
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|[[File:D915GRV-20-24-PwrCon.jpg|thumb|67px|Do not use a 24 pin power connector!]] | |[[File:D915GRV-20-24-PwrCon.jpg|thumb|67px|Do not use a 24 pin power connector!]] | ||
|[[File:CP365-HD-obstruction.jpg|thumb|331px|HD Interference.]] | |[[File:CP365-HD-obstruction.jpg|thumb|331px|HD Interference.]] | ||
| + | |[[File:MB994SP-4S.jpg|thumb|278px|ICY DOCK MB994SP-4S]] | ||
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Visit the [[Intel D915GRV]] page for more details. | Visit the [[Intel D915GRV]] page for more details. | ||
--RJBradlow 10:30, 23 April 2012 (CEST) | --RJBradlow 10:30, 23 April 2012 (CEST) | ||
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CLIENTPRO 365 and other MPC models can be prevalent on eBay, Craigslist, and other avenues at times if you are interested in finding these workhorses. (2012)
Judging from Google searches; Most people (Windows users) do not know what to do with them as they are a proprietary mix-up where support and drivers for Windows are virtually non-existent. Especially since MPC is defunct.
However; Hail to the Linux developers! For giving us a nice welcome OOTB experience. No Worries, it just works with LINUX!
Pros:
- The 365 is a impressive Dual-Core P4 (socket 775) machine that shipped with a 3-3.2GHz HT P4 mounted on a decent Intel® 900 series board.
- MPC products can usually be found at low prices for budget conscious shoppers.
- The CLIENTPRO 365 came in two configurations; A Mid-Tower and a Low-Profile Desktop.
Cons:
- The smaller low profile compact box limits expansion card height and sata header access when using a full size 3.5 Hard Drive (HD).
- The Intel D915GRV has a limited number of expansion slots: 1 PCI Express 1x16, 2 PCI, and 1 PCIE.
- The CLIENTPRO 365 / Intel D915GRV combo uses a somewhat unusual* power routing connection scheme where there is an extra 4pin molex on the board and the main power supply connection only uses a 20 pin connector in a 24 pin socket.
Workaround Suggestions
- It would be better to use '4' 2.5 laptop drives with a Icy Dock MB994SP-4S Quad Bay 2.5" SATA/SAS Mobile Rack for use in a single 5.25" device bay above where the hard drive normally sits since using a 3.5HD in the factory location covers 3 of the 4 SATA ports when fully inserted.
- This way you get 4 drives up above the board that you can RAID, and then use a PATA/IDE DVD drive. This fills in the 2 available 5.25 bays and leaves room under for the board and cables. (ICY DOCK MN's: MB994SP-4S, MB994SP-4SB-1, or MB971SP-B 'DuoSwap dual multi-drive cage'.)</small>
Visit the Intel D915GRV page for more details. --RJBradlow 10:30, 23 April 2012 (CEST)
