Recent content by DannyNYC

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    Need mATX Z170 recommendation using Intel IGP

    I need to keep the LianLi V351 case, so mATX only...
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    Need mATX Z170 recommendation using Intel IGP

    Thanks for the info. I haven't build a system in a while, would the 512MB max share for the Gigabyte hinder day to day bluray / streaming? Can't find much info on that using my google-fu... The Supermicro looks interesting with the DP, will look into it.
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    Need mATX Z170 recommendation using Intel IGP

    Building a new PC with the following parts so far: LianLi V351 Micro ATX case i5-6500 16GB GSkill Ripjaws V Samsung 256GB 850 Pro mATX board??? - budget >$150, need USB 3.1 and m.2 for future upgrades This system will be using the onboard Intel 530 IGP - mainly for surfing, streaming...
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    New build, need some PSU advice...

    Thanks for the advice, I'll look into the Seasonic.
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    New build, need some PSU advice...

    I'm building my first new computer since 2005, and am feeling a bit outdated...need some help with how much power I need. New rig's parts are: Silverstone Fortress 2 GIGABYTE GA-X58A-UD3R Xeon X5570 - looking to OC to ~3.2 or 3.5 if possible Corsair H50 G.SKILL 6GB (3 x 2GB) DDR3 1600 ASUS 5850...
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    Windows ME start up problems

    HI, Need help badly, tried everything and nothing works. Here's the situation: Windows ME system (Sony) After trying to install Verizon DSL software, system hangs, so was restarted. Now I can't get the system to boot correctly. It boots past the WIndows ME splash screen, but in the...
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    Best Gaming CPU/Video combo?

    Anyone else?
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    Best Gaming CPU/Video combo?

    I think everyone here has gotten my post wrong a bit...I'm htinking about the X800 XT PE, not 850! HUGE price difference! 3500+ = $275 3800+ = $428 6800GT = $419 X800 XT PE = $519 All prices from Newegg/Zipzoomfly Hopefully this clears things up a bit...
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    Best Gaming CPU/Video combo?

    Thanks for the replys guys... A couple of things I need to clear up: Money is not much of an issue THIS time around, I got $1600 to spend on this system, but it'll have to last for 2 years = no upgrades for 2 years... Heat is a BIG issue in this system, so there will be no...
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    Best Gaming CPU/Video combo?

    I'm about to build a new SN95G gaming system but is having problems deciding which CPU/Videocard combo. THis build will have to last for the next 2 years, so I want the best possible combo; money is not much of an issue but also don't want to waste money. Will be playing WOW, HL2, Doom3...etc...
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    FIXED, pls delete

    Hello all, I did a search and can't find an answer to my problem. I am tryin to install Windows 2000Pro into my SATA drives. I hit F6 when prompt and was able to load drivers from floppy. But here's when things get weird. After I chose my Nvidia Nforce Controller, Windows keeps loading...
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    SYSTEM WON'T STAY ON, need help ASAP please

    I'm going to try the CPU fan thing...I am using the Zalman 7000A CU cooler, and the rpm was around 2300...will try to not use the fan controller and see what happens. Thanks everyone for your input, and I'll update shortly...
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    SYSTEM WON'T STAY ON, need help ASAP please

    A couple of things... This is a new built, so no dust, no OS, no virus... CPU temp showing in BIOS as 43C, so I don't think that's it... I will try the power supply...hopefully that aint it, damn thing cost me $107! Can this be the MB? Thanks for the help...
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    SYSTEM WON'T STAY ON, need help ASAP please

    Instant power off...keyboard light is on though...weirdness....
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    SYSTEM WON'T STAY ON, need help ASAP please

    Here is my problem: Newly built system keeps turning itself off. I have to unplug and replug the system inorder to turn it on again. After about 2-3mins, systems shuts down again without notice. This is a brand new system with no OS, just put together and trying to install OS...etc...