System Parts Coming - Study Time - Guides?

[CedarScott]

Hey all,

I just purchased my new parts for rig yesterday and now it is time to study.

I've built 3 computers, but the last one was over 2 years ago. Things .. have .. changed.

Anyways, I've listed all I could in sig within [H] limits.

I need to know if there is specific tutorials for the P5Q series motherboard for RAM timings, overclocking, etc. I also need to know what I need to look out for.

Also I've read that using only one stick of RAM to install Vista might be required. Strange to me, so if I install the 6GB later and then later on need to format, I need to remove RAM again to reinstall?

Also, do most do DOS testing of RAM before OS install? If yes, what utility.

I didn't get a floppy drive on this build and hope my Sandisk Cruzer 8GB USB stick will replace it easily. Anything I need to do to make my USB stick work for this purpose?

Thanks all for any advice.