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    Seriously strange computer problem

    Thanks for the input. I ordered an Asus NForce 2 A7N8X, a Vortec heatsink that flows 35 CFM and some arctic silver 3, so hopefully those will help cure my overheated problems. Also ordered 2 90x90 fans while i was at it. I should have it all together by Wed, so thanks for all your help. Rich
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    Seriously strange computer problem

    Any suggestions on a better brand for MB's? I've been checking around on newegg.com and seeing what they have. Thanks again
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    Seriously strange computer problem

    Well, I reset CMOS and started getting some messages like CMOS not properly set up/ configured, and havent been able to run memtest86 yet (i think i still have my floppy disblaed on startup). And I found a major problem, my cpu has been running about 76-79 Celcius, so I've got some real fans...
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    Seriously strange computer problem

    I havent seen any leaking, and I've got the side of the tower off to help cool it out in there. When I can get it fully booted, I have run my virus programs and come up with nothing. As for clearing CMOS with PSU unplugged and 10 passes of memtest86, you have completely lost me. But if you...
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    Seriously strange computer problem

    Hi all, I'm new to here and hoping you could help me out. about a month or so ago, my computer started acting very strangely. I would press the power button, and the tower would start up, but the monitor and mouse wouldnt turn on (its an optical mouse, so when i used to turn the computer on...