Hi, I distribute parts to dealers throughout new england for the past 6yrs, both AMD and Intel. We also do complete systems. While AMD may have some advantages over Intel, such as price for one. I can tell you that my RMA department sees less Intel system problems than it does AMD system problems, and we really do sell 50/50. Is it hardware or is Operator errors one can ask? Most of the time, it's hardware. GOD BLESS AMERICA! JOE LORE MICRO COMPUTER CENTER, INC. 150 NEW BOSTON RD. UNIT F WOBURN, MA 01801 781-933-5530 x110 781-933-6939 fax TECH SUPPORT: 1-866-YOUR-MCC / [log in to unmask] RMA: [log in to unmask] FTP site: www.members.aol.com/parts4pc The NOSPIN Group is now offering Free PC Tech support at our newest website: http://freepctech.com