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MossyRock Send message Joined: 26 Nov 13 Posts: 17 Credit: 50,096,588 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43397 - Posted: 13 May 2016 \| 12:26:56 UTC
	I have a task running now that will not meet the deadline of 5/14. It is the longest-running task that I've ever received from GPUGrid - 6 days on my current card. Usually, they take 2 days. I hope this isn't a trend. If so, I'll have to invest in a new card. Does GPUGrid enforce its deadlines, i.e., will I get no credit for this work?
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skgiven Volunteer moderator Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 23 Apr 09 Posts: 3968 Credit: 1,995,359,260 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43398 - Posted: 13 May 2016 \| 13:53:16 UTC - in response to Message 43397. Last modified: 13 May 2016 \| 13:55:06 UTC
	Don't know for sure about the credits, it might depend on when a resend is issued/returned (before your task is completed by you and returned or after the resend is returned). If you are likely to return it inside 6days I would certainly continue, however if it goes out to another system check what it goes to - if it's a fast card then it will likely return it quickly. Whatever the outcome I would be inclined to update the GTX 650 (1024MB). It's only got 1GB GDDR which can be an issue, it's an entry level crunching card and is approaching 3 generations old (when pascal turns up). Your GPU has a TDP of 64W so I would check your PSU's capabilities before upgrading the GPU. A 750 Ti is 60W so that might be an option if you can pick up a cheap 2GB version. The next card up is a GTX950 but has a 90W TDP! Yes NV staggeringly decided to Not release a GM207. The best option might well be to wait until Pascal turns up, but an equivalent card (from a power usage view) might be further down the line. ____________ FAQ's HOW TO: - Opt out of Beta Tests - Ask for Help
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MossyRock Send message Joined: 26 Nov 13 Posts: 17 Credit: 50,096,588 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43407 - Posted: 14 May 2016 \| 5:27:30 UTC - in response to Message 43398.
	Skgiven, Thanks for the recommendation. I've been wanting to upgrade for some time now so I'll check out the GTX950 boards. I've got a 750 watt power supply so that's no problem.
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skgiven Volunteer moderator Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 23 Apr 09 Posts: 3968 Credit: 1,995,359,260 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43408 - Posted: 14 May 2016 \| 9:04:58 UTC - in response to Message 43407.
	From what I can see on-line, you can pick up a new GTX960 for about the same price as a used 960 and only slightly more than a GTX950; ~ $170 vs $150, ~ 30% more performance for 13% more cost, if that interests you. ____________ FAQ's HOW TO: - Opt out of Beta Tests - Ask for Help
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MossyRock Send message Joined: 26 Nov 13 Posts: 17 Credit: 50,096,588 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43412 - Posted: 14 May 2016 \| 17:12:14 UTC - in response to Message 43408.
	My ASUS SABERTOOTH 990FX R2.0 mobo is PCIe 2.0 x16 spec, not 3.0 that all these boards are built to. I know people say that you can run a 3.0 board in a 2.0 slot and suffer only mild to no discernable performance degradation, but I've never tried it. I'm not a gamer and I'm not that well-versed in graphics cards. Do you think I should try it? If yes, these boards all had good reviews. Any recommendations? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487155&ignorebbr=1 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487091&cm_re=GTX960-_-14-487-091-_-Product http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127860&cm_re=GTX960-_-14-127-860-_-Product http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487164&cm_re=GTX960-_-14-487-164-_-Product Thanks.
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skgiven Volunteer moderator Volunteer tester Send message Joined: 23 Apr 09 Posts: 3968 Credit: 1,995,359,260 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43414 - Posted: 14 May 2016 \| 22:02:23 UTC - in response to Message 43412.
	From the above, this one is the best value for money in my opinion, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487091&cm_re=GTX960-_-14-487-091-_-Product Note that a GTX1070 is expected on the 10th June costing ~$379 but there hasn't been an official GTX1060 release date. When a 1060 (or similar) does turn up it might not work here for some time and it's likely to cost a lot more than the $159+pp you are looking at. That said mid-low end previous generation (GTX900) card prices should drop when Pascal does arrive, and they are imminent; the GTX 1080 launch is due in 2 weeks (27th May). ____________ FAQ's HOW TO: - Opt out of Beta Tests - Ask for Help
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MossyRock Send message Joined: 26 Nov 13 Posts: 17 Credit: 50,096,588 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43416 - Posted: 15 May 2016 \| 0:22:04 UTC - in response to Message 43414.
	Thanks for your recommendation. I can afford the $175 for that card. I'll do a deeper due-diligence on it and if everything looks good, I'll order it.
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MossyRock Send message Joined: 26 Nov 13 Posts: 17 Credit: 50,096,588 RAC: 0 Level Scientific publications	Message 43446 - Posted: 18 May 2016 \| 4:42:37 UTC
	Well, I found out the answer to my question about whether or not GPUGrid enforces deadlines: They do. My long-running and LATE WU has the status of: "Completed, too late to validate". They gave me zero credit. The current GPUGrid WU that I'm working on will also miss it's deadline. So, the trend of longer-running WUs on my machine is confirmed. As such, I'm aborting the WU and detaching from GPUGrid until I buy a new graphics card. See you guys later.
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