Recent content by broosewain

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    Dell AC adapter rated at 19v

    Can I use my Dell laptop's AC adapter rated at 19.0v on a Sony Vaio laptop rated at 19.5v? Not concerned about charging the battery necessarily, just want a consistent power source for a Windows re-install, etc.
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    Good AGP card?? Help Please

    Does that motherboard support the E5200 CPU? Not sure if a motherboard not supporting a processor will keep it from turning on or not.
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    Socket 1366 or 1160?

    Asus P5Q Pro + Intel E8400 $230 shipped (after MIR), 4GB DDR2 (Crucial brand) $20 shipped (after MIR). There, $250 and that'll last you for 3 years. The only thing you may need to upgrade is your video card. Sell your current card on ebay for ~$100 and then buy a GTX 260 for $170 or so, or a...
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    Digitimes: Q6600 Phase Out

    Sounds like a prime time to get one. I've held onto my last CPU for about 3 years now, so I'm unsure whether I should go for a Q6600 or an E8400. I do game a LOT, but since I'll be holding onto the computer for quite some time most likely, I'm debating if the Q6600 is the CPU of choice for...
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    Is there a E0 q9550 on NewEgg as of today Nov 24 2008??

    I'd buy through ebay, just make sure they list it as an SL8PV beforehand. After 25% cashback it should be like $240 max.