Recent content by Capitalist

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    How long does it take for you to build a computer?

    Usually less than three hours, depending on how muc hsoftware I install/update.
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    What is a modular power supply?

    I have been running the Antec NeoPower 480w in my rig for over a year now, and I love it. When you look in through the side panel there are no wires restricting airflow, and it is very clean looking.
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    Buying a laptop and don't want to screw up the selection

    I need to buy a notebook before I head off to grad school. I have been looking at the Dell e1505, T2400 CPU (dual core), 2GB RAM, ATI mobility X1400 2560 hypermemory (shared at some level). The config will cost me around $1000. I might have the option to pick up a Dell M70 (mobile...
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    Chaintech VNF4 Ultra and 4200+ X2

    I bought my rig last year. After the price cuts, I am thinking of upgrading the processor, but wanted know if anyone here had experience with a dual core processor coupled with the Chaintech VNF4 Ultra mobo. any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks! ~Cap
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    UPDATED: Warm? Razer Plasma Edition Diamondback Mouse

    Just a follow-up. I received my Razer Plasma yesterday, was it worth the month+ wait...no. But I am happy I have it. Works great. ;)
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    Need help deciding on parts

    It might be cheaper to go 512MBX4. You lose a little on timing but might be able to save $30-$40.
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    Need help deciding on parts

    Just run with a Chaintech VNF4 Ultra (~$92 @ newegg) and 1 GB (512X2) value ram. There have been tons of 1GB Ram Kits for ~$65 after rebate the last few weeks.
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    Need help deciding on parts

    Buy cheaper ram (value ram), cheaper mobo (chaintech ultra vnf4) and sink the extra cash into your power supply(do a search for power supplies). Go with a 6600gt refurb video card, good value and good performance. Remember to factor the extra cash you will get from selling old parts. I find...
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    DVI Cable Suggestions?

    I bought mine from monoprice.com. $10 shipped or something like that.
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    New budget build

    I went through the same thing with my budget, just come up with the extra $100, it will be well worth it in the end. You can skimp, but then you will be pissed in a month because you basically bought a new "OLD" computer. EDIT Have you factored in the extra cash you could get for your old...
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    MSI Neo4-F Vs. Chaintech VF4

    Buy the Chaintech VNF4 Ultra. It's cheap and more than enough for the average to above average user.
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    Iwill to show off eight way, 16 core system

    That is a lot of f-ing ram. I wonder what timings it will use... "The server will support 128GB memory"
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    Chaintech Vnf4 ultra!!!

    They are just providing it as a courtesy for your CPU/HSF. It is just a *bonus* if you want to call it that.
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    UPDATED: Warm? Razer Plasma Edition Diamondback Mouse

    About time they shipped... can't wait to retire the old Boomslang.