Does anyone know how good this is

Its a workstation board (thats why its noted with a "WS"), so unless your running a workstation/server (in which case you should be going with an opteron configuration), dont bother with it.
 
That board seems good, but as many said it's a server board, and is quite expensive. There's a non-WS mobo similar to the M2N32 WS Pro: M2N32-SLI wich might be much cheaper.
 
The reason I'm looking at this board is that it supports 4 IDE devices and has SATA on it. I'm about to build a new Rig and this is one of the features I need. I 'm leaning toward a C2D system but will consider a AM2. If you know of a better MOBO please advise for I'm open to your suggestions.

My System
asus AN8 SLI Premium mobo
Amd 64x2 4400+ dual core cpu
enermax 600watt psu
2 6800 GS Evga 256mb boards
2 gb of Cosair dual channel pc3200 (4 x 512 )
Pri. HD WD 10,000 rpm 74gb sata raptor
Sec > HD WD 7200 rpm 250gb sata
HP DL DVD lightscribe burner
NEC DL DVD burner
Case Aspire Navigator
 
I have an asus m2n32-sli deluxe wireless motherboard. It's $190 on newegg. I couldn't be happier. If you do end up getting it, PM me and I'll explain to you how to fix the on board sound. :P
 
The only reason I was looking at that board was that it supports 4 IDE devices. I've since figured out that on boards that only support 2 I can add a controller card for the extra devices. I notice that you have a AM2 set up , how does it perform ? I'm a AMD fan but have been leaning toward INTEL.

My System
asus AN8 SLI Premium mobo
Amd 64x2 4400+ dual core cpu
enermax 600watt psu
2 6800 GS Evga 256mb boards
2 gb of Cosair dual channel pc3200 (4 x 512 )
Pri. HD WD 10,000 rpm 74gb sata raptor
Sec > HD WD 7200 rpm 250gb sata
HP DL DVD lightscribe burner
NEC DL DVD burner
Case Aspire Navigator
 
My system has been absolutely great to me. However, I've decided to go core 2 duo route. I sold my AM2 rig today. :( I'll miss it.
 
Thanks for the info , seems like everyone is switching to the C2D these days.
I 'm putting together a list of parts as we speak. Thanks again.
 
Core 2 is not show a drastic enough difference to me for what I use my PC for to make the change. I can't think of a better board then the M2N32-SLI Deluxe at this time in this price range. :)
 
Core 2 does not show a drastic enough difference to me for what I use my PC for to make the change. Right now my I can't help to be the first one who loads into a new map and be all alone for the first 5 secs or so. My rig is that fast. I can't think of a better board then the M2N32-SLI Deluxe at this time in this price range. :)
 
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