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> Hello all,
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> I'm planning a new NetBSD machine and would like any feedback possible.
> Here are the components currently on my list:
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> Motherboard:	Gigabyte GA-7DXR ( how well is the Promise ATA100 Raid

it's not RAID. it's just IDE controller.

> working with netbsd?) OR Abit KR7A-RAID/DDR VIA KT266A chip
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> Processor:	AMD Athlon XP 1700+
> Case:		Antec SX1040B
> Storage:	Maxtor
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> Video:		any recomendations on video card/monitor ( I am looking
> for a flat monitor, I also would like 3d)

it's not windows!!!! you are buying machine for UNIX.

no need to buy fastest CPU etc....

better buy good motherboard (no VIA), fast HDD etc...

i815 based motherboard looks stable for me and fast .