Recent content by DrMeerkat

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    Please review my i7 build.

    First, the core i7 should come with a HSF stock that is serviceable, but if you intend on getting a little more involved and oc it these guys get HOT, thermalright sells a base plate that makes its various heatsinks compatible with this socket for around 10 bucks (on top of as much as you wanna...
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    Help me Spend 2500 USD

    Get the vid card that tickles your fancy as much as your overall budget allows. Branding is more of a near-religious determination that you'll have to make for yourself. If you love ATI stick with ATI. Don't skimp on the monitor - you have to stare at that mistake for a long time, but at...
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    should i upgrade my sound card?

    If you're that into audio to have that type of equipment, you might consider an X-Fi. It really does sound better on the klipsch speaker set. Considering those aren't just your average 20 dollar earbuds you're using either, you really ought to look into it at least. The platinum is 199, but...
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    X-Fi + Stuttering...

    I have had no issue with the xtreme music either, granted I specifically went for the minimal install. With just the drivers by themselves on there and no general creative garbage flooding the taskbar I haven't had a single hiccup. Did those with the problem install more extensive driver packages?