Recent content by JargonGR

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    How to: Upgrade your motherboard without reinstalling Windows.

    Since the RAID 0 is so fragile I keep my data in another drive anyway so even if it goes wrong it only has the program files in there for me. The rest I always keep in other drives. Regarding the PCI controller I would love to use one but it has to be a PCI -EXPRESS one since I only have 1...
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    How to: Upgrade your motherboard without reinstalling Windows.

    Well I am just about to move my Windos XP installation from a motherboard with the i975 chipset to a motherboard with the 680i chipset. I am using a RAID 0 array from the onboard controller for my boot drive. Is this possible? I am also moving to SLI but I could add the 2nd card after I have...
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    where is the official ASUS STRIKER EXTREME thread

    Well its nice to say that the Striker is rock solid etc. However does any of you run 2x 8800GTX (overclocked ofc) and a high FSB like 450+? Also how about SLI + Xi-Fi or an Audigy 2ZS and sound crackling which is yet to be fixed? And ofc the low FSB with Quad Cores that all 680i boards...
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    Abit IN9 reviews?

    Well the IN9 has been shipped to the UK and from tomorrow people will start receiving it so expect reviews anytime soon to start popping up all over.
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    Ultimate Gaming Computer?

    I decided to go with the HP since it uses the same panel with the Dell and after seeing a review of the new Dell (don't remember where link at hardforum) there was no reason to wait panle wise. As for the 3 DVIs yes I will connect a second PC to it for Desktop use only - no games...
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    Considering purchasing a dream PC/HomeTheatre setup (monitor only). Need help.

    Apocalypse DO NOT get the Aquos 42" since its the only one from the line that uses a different panel. 37" or 46" is the way to go. Also after I did my research bear in mind the following about the Sharp aquos (not the 42") - It does 1:1 pixel mapping at 1920x1080 over the HDMI port...
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    Ultimate Gaming Computer?

    xtknight FYI the HP-LP3065 uses the same panel as the upcoming Dell 3007WFP-HC and has a response time of 8ms compared to the current Dell 11-14ms. It is not a matter of comaring it to the current Dell at all sinc the current Dell 30" is old news colour and performance wise. The HP also...
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    Ultimate Gaming Computer?

    Hi, Well if I will add to the comments about "Ultimate". Here is what I am building and still I don't consider it too Ultimate CASE Mountain MODS U2-UFO CM STACKER 810 Well I have both and I need to migrate to the U2-UFO with all sorts of mods in there Motherboard: ASUS...
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    Considering purchasing a dream PC/HomeTheatre setup (monitor only). Need help.

    Apocalypse have a look here http://www.hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1063562&highlight=Westinghouse+Canada The Westinghouse is available in Canada it seems. Also read the display forum there as it have tons of info about large displays on PCs. As I said a TV res below 1920x1080...
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    where to buy memory in the UK?

    Hehe although I live in Greece I can point you to some UK stores that sell high -end memory: - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/ - they have all the memory you can dream of. - http://www.overclock.co.uk/home.php - http://www.specialtech.co.uk/ here too Have fun. EDIT Hmm it...
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    Considering purchasing a dream PC/HomeTheatre setup (monitor only). Need help.

    Hello, I was recently under the same dilema and after scanning and posting in several forums like the the AVS forum (experts in HD TVs) I fianlyy decided to go with a 30" PC monitor and in particular the HP LP3065 for 1570 Euros (its cheaper in the US) whihc I ordered today and will receive...
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    Already have a basic watercooling setup... want to reduce temps further... need suggestions!

    The most important parts of your system are the Radiatior and pump given that you have a decent CPU block (or other blocks ofc). For me I would upgrade your systme in the following order: - Radiator - the best is the Thermochill PA series if you cant find it get a Swiftec second best. If...
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    Anti-virus not good for your computer?

    NOD32 hands down, I used to sell it ages ago when IT people did not know it and and its amazing how much less overhead it has for your PC compared to other like N...on.
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    680i Chipset horrible situation on the market now!

    I have to agree on the new Nvidia control panel - its dreadful!
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    680i Chipset horrible situation on the market now!

    Excuse me Aikouka, if you think I am complaining you should see what others say about this that have actually bought the 680i boards. But honestly bleeding edge is bleeding a bit right now hehe. BTW: what is this bug with the 8800? Never came across; you mean playing video on a second...