Recent content by Brainiac2000

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    So I just got a 7950GX2...

    ... and I discover that I cannot run my dual screen setup while "SLI Mode" is activated, which effectively cripples my gaming. I suppose I could switch back and forth but I dont think its very convenient. Is there any plans to enable this or am I stuck having to switch back and forth? Any way...
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    P5W DH + RAID Configuration

    I suppose I should have done a bit more research before buying this motherboard, but I'm hoping I can work my configuration without having to return it for another. Here's what I've got: 2x WD Raptor 150GB SATA drives 2x WD 250GB SATA 1x WD 160GB SATA The idea is having the 2 raptors...
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    P4C800-E and USB 2.0 problem

    I'm having a bit of a issue with the drivers for USB 2.0 for my P4C800-E deluxe mobo.. what seems to happen is when i install the usb 2.0 driver, all my previously recognized and properly installed devices become "unrecognized device" and no longer function. this happens to my USB 2.0 hub...
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    Dual-Output 6800 Ultra

    I've got my 6800 ultra and i've noticed the performance hit running two displays while gaming. Is there any way to optimize this or am i stuck with always having to disable my 2nd screen before gaming? Thanks. btw just got my 2 2001fp's and they rock! edit: i'm using the dual dvi outputs
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    Video / cpu lockup problem

    well the fan runs fine half the time, other times its not. I'm curious if this sort of thing would be likely to cause lockups
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    Video / cpu lockup problem

    latest nvidia reference drivers from their website, ver 61.77
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    Video / cpu lockup problem

    I've had this problem on my system for a while.. originally on my gf4 ti-4600 if i ran the video speed at anything but safe clockspeed settings, i could expect a lockup/freeze while playing. This usually happened on games like farcry / painkiller and other 2004 titles that liked to use a lot of...
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    Microsoft wireless Keyboard / mice

    probably the only thing that really irks me is microsoft's right handed mice. I want to get the wireless desktop elite with the cusioned pad and the extra buttons to boot. the problem is, the mouse that comes with it is the retarded right handed only mouse, and being left handed it is really...
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    What Should I Get?

    Looking for advice on getting a new laptop. I had a loaner from my school for the last two semesters of college, and I realized how much I used it. Now, if i said money wasn't really an issue, although i'm semi-concious of how much i'll be spending, what would you suggest for a power-packed...
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    Showin off my xbox LED work

    i'm suprised nobody noticed the modchip below the controllers that i installed on his xbox :P
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    Serilell 2 and Xaser III: Does it fit?

    I've got a Xaser III from thermaltake, and I was wondering if anybody knows if the Abit Serillel 2 fits on the hard drives in the sideways arrangement the Xaser III has for the Hard Drives. If not i might just get a PCI IDE-RAID card since only reason to use the ATA is for the RAID-0 ability...
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    nForce = ??

    Sorry for being clueless here, but could somebody please explain to me what the nForce is? I've read the press releases and what not, but what I need a little clarification :)
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    Opinions on the Abit KG7-Raid?

    I'm considering buying the Abit KG7-Raid to handle my desire for DDR Ram and a 1.4 Ghz T-Bird. I'm also planning on putting in two 60 GB 60GXP's (I've already got one). Whats your opinions on this board? Is it any good for gaming / speed? How about the raid solution? I want to get the best and...
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    MS Win.XP

    Actually, I've been running Windows XP for a while, and have been keeping up to date. I'd like to shatter a few of your myths, because most of them are just rumors. 1: Activation - So far in the beta activation hasn't been an issue. I'm sure there will be ways to get around it but don't place...
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    Unable to go online on windows XP

    Go look in the back and see of the lights are on on the NIC.. Mine were out.. and they never came back on every again. I'm using a new NIC now =\