DFI's are really nice boards, I'm running one right now. It booted up first try and installed everything without a hitch. The main reason people have problems with DFI boards is because the boards are picky with what parts you throw in them. Particularly the power supply and ram. They used to make a non SLI version of that board for around 105.00, not sure if it's still in production or not. If you're going DFI just make sure you head over to DFI street and check out all their recommended sections for the parts you should get.