Overclockers New Zealand has posted a review on the Asus A7V8X KT400 motherboard.

The general layout is similar to the previous A7V-333 with minor changes around the socket area and power connectors. The ATX connector has been moved to the bottom right hand corner which is a better location than beside the socket area. The raid port is facing forward instead of upward. I wonder what is the logic behind it. I am happy to announce that Asus retains the four mounting holes around the socket area. This board is Alpha 8045 safe. You do not need any modification to fit an alpha 8045. The four HSF mounting holes around the socket are small ones and grounded. Thus, potential Alpha 8045 users should not use shoulder washers.

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