Recent content by jevans64

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    Obama & McCain EQUAL in polls?

    Obama also wants to cease manned space flight, cut or eliminate NASA all together, and put that money into our broken public education system. If Obama gets elected into office, I'm placing my bets that he won't even last long enough to give his first state-of-the-union address. Somebody will...
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    Logitech Harmony One

    I don't actually own the One, but I played with one for a few hours. I really liked the "feel" of this remote compared to other Logitech remotes, which is laid out much better. I did have a little problem with using the touch screen, but I am used to using a remote with a larger screen with...
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    Speaker Wire Help

    I recently re-wired my HT for 7.1 surround and used Tributaries CS122 12ga/2 conductor 168 strand CL3-rated wire for the 4 surround speakers. I got sucked into the expensive wire a long time ago and still use my Monster M2 cables for the front and center. I got a 200' roll from Wiremeister on...
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    Q6600 G0 stepping update from TankGuys

    I don't post here very often, but I just wanted to add my information. I received not one but TWO B3 from the NCIX US site. Maybe the Canadians are getting the G0? I ordered the first one on July 26th and the second on August 3rd. I also did the pre-order from Tankguys around July 22nd. I...
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    How much downpayment do you need for a used car?

    That should be plenty for a down payment. I assume this RSX will be used and not new. Depending on the year of the vehicle, you will be limited to a 36 to 48 month loan and the APR could be as high as 13% based on your credit score. It might be wiser to try to buy a domestic brand ( if located...
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    EVGA's Step-up program questions

    I believe that eVGA will accept any price. The online form where you enter the price you paid for your card is just a dumb form and you have to send a copy of your receipt along with the card you are returning as proof. Make sure you get an invoice from Dell that states the price you paid for...
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    AGP won't die !! AGP is immortal !!!! Muhahaha

    Oh Well. :( I was looking foward to having a decent AGP card to stick in my uber gaming rig. I really wanted to push things to the max by playing my games at 800 x 600 with everything on max quality. JK. :lol I guess it would have been nice to have something that would probably be cooler, use...
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    Laptop DC jack repair, solder

    I've done this before mainly for friends and co-workers. I would consider this basic solder work with IC mounting / pin bridging being more difficult. You might as well just get a new jack which are readily available on eBay. Odds are the pins are just loose from the movement and heating /...
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    Recommend me a Shuttle replacement!

    The Silverstone SU01 ( Sugo Evolution ) cases are popular as well. They are larger than a Shuttle P/P2 series case but can take a regular ATX power supply, micro-ATX motherboard, and up to a 8800GTS ( the GTX is too long. ) You can get the SU01 at Newegg with or without a window and pair it with...
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    Dell 22-inch widescreen... new but nothing new.

    Silly Dell. The 2707 ( 27" ) is listed for $1399 and the 3007 ( 30" ) is listed for $1255 ( sale price. )
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    Should I turn down the eVGA's step-up for a 8800GTS

    Having stepped up from a recently purchased 7900GTX to a 8800GTX myself, I'd say DO IT if you don't want to go through the process of selling your 7900GTO. You would also have to sell the 7900GTO SOON to even get 80% of your initial investment back. With step-up, you get 100% back towards a new...
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    Anyone tried to Step-UP to G80 yet?

    Same here. I also got my verification e-mail today. I figure I will step-up now and also pick up a G80 refresh card later on for a Shuttle SFF I am planning early next year. Maybe the quick turnaround is a good sign for those looking for reduced prices later on as it seems like there are...
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    Serious Question: Why are people upgrading to G80?

    I am getting a 8800GTX for the better IQ and faster frame rates at 1920 x 1200. I built a Conroe system two months ago. At that time I purchased an eVGA 7900GTX knowing full well that the new cards would be out within 90 days. I completed an eVGA step up so the 8800GTX is only going to cost...
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    G80 ordering thread

    I did my step-up to 8800GTX on launch day but won't actually have it for a couple of weeks depending on the queue. I'll still probably get a G80 refresh card later on since I have several new system builds planned.
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    Anyone tried to Step-UP to G80 yet?

    #76 in queue for a 7900GTX to 8800GTX step-up. I completed the online form on Nov. 8th in the afternoon.