Recent content by Chris1986

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    problems with DVI

    Mine is doing the same thing. I have a 9600XT on a Samsung 731b 17", and it refuses to show the picture iwth this RCA HDTV DVI cable I bought. I'm guessing it was the Analog monitor driver that was installed instead of the Digital one. Could be the cable too. I'm too lazy to test it though...
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    Syncmaster 731B

    I have it, and I can tell you its the clearest monitor I've gazed into (at native res of course). The colors are extremely Vibrant, its great for gaming (8ms). And at its current price you can't go wrong.
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    LOL i = pwn3d

    Wow thats harsh, heh.
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    Build me a computer ;)

    No offense but you're not reasoning your decision for recommending AMD. Based on benchmarks, Conroe will have the upperhand in gaming and overall performance when it hits. That's a fact. I say wait for Conroe. It's what 99% of current builders (including myself) are doing.
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    Thanks, you just saved me some cash :D
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    I'm going to stick with Intel this build. Based on benchmarks I've seen, Conroe blows the FX-60 and 62 out of the water as far as gaming performance. I've been an AMD fanboy for the past 4-5 years. I think Intel's back in full swing, honestly.
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    Hmm, alright.. I just found out the board is going to be 3-400 bucks, and if it is I'll have to scrap it. -Chris
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    Well, my budget is $1,500US, at the absolute most. Right now, with the XTX added, and estimating Conroe will be around $330 (E6600), I'm just above $1,200.
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    I may consider the XTX, it all really depends on the price of some of this stuff next month, if they drop at all. I'm contemplating the Asus board I picked. It's Crossfire-ready, however for the moment, I'll be using 1 card. Would it still be smart to pick up this board for future...
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    Rate my new Gaming Rig

    Hello all, I recently pieced together an AM2 gaming rig, but was then told to wait for Conroe.. So, here is my current setup. Pick it apart and recommend as you see fit. Thanks! Case - Recommendations? PSU - Recommendations based on specs below? CPU - Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 @ 2.4Ghz...
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    PS3 Downgrades: You get less for the money

    Lmao, if you say so. PS3 will have the same effect that the 360 did.. "Wow, it's out.. Cool........", and people will go on with their lives, just like the 360. Nothing you will see at the PS3 launch will justify spending that kind of money. Mark my words.
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    How much will a Conroe motherboard cost?

    I'm pleased to hear that.. I really thought I'd be spending 250+ on a non-SLI/Crossfire board for 965. Sweet. I can raise my budget a little now. :D
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    Best mobo to get when Conroe hits?

    Hmm, thanks for the feedback. I hope Asus pulls together, I really trust their products. Also, how much and what speed ram should I be getting when Conroe does hit? I'm thinking 2GB of PC-8500 (if its supported?) I'm building a gaming rig.
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    Best mobo to get when Conroe hits?

    I haven't read much into the mobo part of the Conroe launch, but what will be the best one when it does indeed hit? Also, do we know details about the Conroe chips as of yet? Speed and price breakdown? Thanks! Chris
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    Upgrading my PC.. Actually, a completely new system!

    Yeah, These are all options and thoughts I've looked at carefully over the past few days. Keep in mind I haven't followed hardware since the end of the Athlon XP and beginning of A64 days. Your suggestions match what other friends are telling me.. "Wait for Conroe" or "wait 'til Fall when...