Recent content by Genghis505

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    Help with Intel Core 2 Extreme Build

    Since there will be no overclocking, is there any cheaper RAM available that I might be able to squeeze in 4GBs? Will speed of the RAM really matter for this build? I was thinking to help make this happen, we could not purchase a sound card initially and use onboard sound and only purchase 1...
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    Help with Intel Core 2 Extreme Build

    Sorry about the confusion. I should have explained that the processor is basically a gift to him. But everything else around it, he has to get himself. And yes, I would have chosen a lesser processor as well. But this is basically what we have to work with.
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    Help with Intel Core 2 Extreme Build

    Thanks for the reply. I'm leaning towards that sound card as well. I'll look into the MB suggestion. It's been a long time since I've looked at RAM, so I am completely clueless. Would there be any way for him to get more RAM into the system? Either cheaper RAM or cut back on the second HD...
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    Help with Intel Core 2 Extreme Build

    Situation: A friend will be getting a Core 2 Extreme X6800 as a gift. He will have almost $1,500 for everything else and he wants me to help with the build. I haven't built a computer in a long, long time. He has no experience. So I'm hoping the friendly people here can help me, help him...
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    $100 credit on new Sony credit card after 1st purchase

    The last three credit cards, I've applied for for the purposes of some promo, I was accepted within minutes. However, this one just says we'll contact you via mail within 30 days, whether you were accepted or not. I guess we'll just have to wait and see.
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    Logitech Z-2300 2.1 THX-Certified 200-Watt Speaker $60 after MIR at Amazon.com

    Thanks Wedge 1. Losing out on $30 because of my own idiocy would have been shameful.
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    Logitech Z-2300 2.1 THX-Certified 200-Watt Speaker $60 after MIR at Amazon.com

    OK, here is a stupid question from a noob. I've received the speakers and now I'm ready to send in the mail in rebate. The rebate says to send rebate form, UPC, and a copy of the receipt (with product circled). What is acceptable as the receipt? I have the packing slip from the box it was...
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    Logitech Z-2300 2.1 THX-Certified 200-Watt Speaker $60 after MIR at Amazon.com

    Mine came in today as well. And for the money, they sound great. I'm happy with the purchase.
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    Logitech Z-2300 2.1 THX-Certified 200-Watt Speaker $60 after MIR at Amazon.com

    Dang promo's... Decided to order this set of speakers and also signed up for the Amazon credit card for the instant $30 off qualifying purchase. So in the end, hopefully, it'll be $89.99 - 30 (amazon promo) -30 (rebate) = $29.99 for the speakers. Just too difficult to pass up. Thanks OP.
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    Free 512MB iPod Shuffle for opening a Charles Schwab Visa

    Hmm.. Strange, I decided to try this deal and the representative said the Ipod Shuffle promo was still valid, but only for about 2 more hours. I applied for the credit card. Hopefully I'll get the Shuffle and will also be canceling the card soon after. I guess I'll find out within the next...
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    Free Comic Book on May 7th YMMV

    What does "YMMV" mean? Thanks.
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    3D cell Mag lite for $5 shipped **DEAD**

    I wasn't even looking for a flashlight and I had to bite on this one. Thanks OP.
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    Newegg Order and 15% Restock Fee

    Thanks for all the info. This might turn out ok after all. :)
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    Newegg Order and 15% Restock Fee

    Thanks Riboon, I feel sorry for me too... I did read a couple of threads where you and others discussed component speaker setup vs PC speakers. But I decided I wanted PC speakers for my PC. Maybe I'll go down that road later in life. So I decided to go with one of the top-tier pc speakers...
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    Newegg Order and 15% Restock Fee

    Thanks for the replies. I did call Newegg, took awhile to get through to the rep. They said they couldn't do anything about the price. If I returned the speakers there would be the restock fee. But he did say if I refused the package then I would be out only the shipping charge (it was free...