Recent content by BOLt

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    Greetings, looking to speed up my sons computer.

    That system is very solid, especially for the games listed. I would upgrade the graphics card, if anything. The graphics card is always going to be the single most important aspect of a gaming computer (provided that you've got sufficient RAM--which you do). RAM will only get cheaper in the...
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    New Build

    I like RAID 0 on a nice SATA II drive over the Raptors, but you probably have your heart set on the latter choice if you've already selected it.
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    Windows 7 HP/Pro for $30 for students!!!

    This is legit. I wish I had known about the Pro upgrade option, though. I bought the Home Premium upgrade only.
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    20% off AnyDvD

    AnyDVD vs. DVDFab 5... does anyone have a preference between the two? I've used both, but I can't decide which I like better. DVDFab is cheaper though...
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    AMD Athlon 64 X2 running very HOT!!! SOLVED!

    I also have a very hot A64 X2 3600+ Brisbane clocked to 2800-2900 MHz. My temps hit ~80C during gaming (though it's more than likely due to poor ventilation and a lot more equipment than my case is suited for). I suspect I'll kill the processor and/or motherboard before too long, but at over 2...
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    Automated virus / spyware removal script: June 2010 (BROKEN)

    Fantastic work. This script is currently doing its business on a friend's critical machine. Due to his system being "hosed" and running EXCEPTIONALLY SLOWLY, I suspect that if there is such thing as an "easy fix" for his computer, this will be it. I can't be bothered to babysit his machine for...
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    Core i5 750 $158 ($210 - 15% Bing CB + $20 Paypal CB)

    Oh so tempting, but I don't think I'm in the market for a complete rig overhaul yet. :(
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    HELP! Windows 7 x64 + PeerGuardian 2 + iTunes = Massive Hair Loss

    Yeah, I actually managed to get it working with a few workarounds. I've also found a nice IP Filter Updater utility for uTorrent, so everything's running smoothly now. Thanks! :)
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    HELP! Windows 7 x64 + PeerGuardian 2 + iTunes = Massive Hair Loss

    Oh, that's disappointing. :( In any case, Peer Block looks like it'll do the trick. I think I'll try that tomorrow when I'm a lot less sleepy/tipsy. :) CHEERS to all for your input.
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    HELP! Windows 7 x64 + PeerGuardian 2 + iTunes = Massive Hair Loss

    It's definitely working for me at the moment using the DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS fix. It's fully functional in fact: updates, list manager, logging, blocking, allowing--the works. I just need someone to fix my code so I can have Task Scheduler point to the batch file and automatically run...
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    HELP! Windows 7 x64 + PeerGuardian 2 + iTunes = Massive Hair Loss

    I've spent at least 4-6 hours Googling and attempting some of the various "fixes" on the Net for my issues, and finally frustration has set in. Firstly, I receive the following error message when I try to start PG2 RC1 Test (except it's all in English). There are a number of fixes...
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    What are the differences betweeen PCP&C Silencer 500 "Dell" and the "Regular" version?

    By the way, this works great! What a fantastic power supply!
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    What are the differences betweeen PCP&C Silencer 500 "Dell" and the "Regular" version?

    Thanks for all of the responses thus far! There seems to be some dissent as to the pin layout on the 24-pin connector for Dell vs. OEM PSUs. Here's a picture of the connector on the Dell upgrade version of this Silencer PSU: link IIRC, this male pin layout should match up perfectly with my...
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    What are the differences betweeen PCP&C Silencer 500 "Dell" and the "Regular" version?

    I want to jump aboard the PCP&C bus. But this says "Dell upgrade". Supposedly, Dell stopped using proprietary parts several years ago according to various people on various forums. True story? Just to clarify my question: will the PSU above work in a non-OEM (custom built) system? I also...
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    My HijackThis Log For Your Expert Consideration

    I have recently found out that people (read: my roommate and/or his best friend) have been viewing pornography on my 'Guest' account. Perhaps this would explain the 2-3 hits found by Spybot S&D/Ad-aware of late. Needless to say I've since disabled the Guest account, but do I need to run Hitman...