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Thats was the first time i saw that after hearing alot of buzz around it. it cracked me up.

Thanks for the info!!

Ok, here's the deal. I've been setting my virtual memory in Windows 98se to a static setting - roughly 2 and 1/2 times the amount of RAM installed on the system. However, 2 things: 1 - I've recently purchased a kraaplode of RAM because it is dirt cheap - 512MB to be precise (total cost=$130)...

#1 ATA100 drives can be used on boards that only support ATA66. So, that shouldn't be the problem. Just make sure your ribbons are lined up right. The blue end should go into the motherboard - and the other two connectors can attach to either device in any order. If the ribbon is not hooked...

Phew! That was relatively painless. THANKS! Just for kicks - why would you not apply both? Would it actually hinder the cooling process? I imagine it would have something to do with adding an extra layer to tranfer through?

I just bought a Planar 15" (true 15" I might add) for $505 from Onvia. The small footprint alone on my desk is worth it. Planar has made flat panel medical displays for years and this is their first attempt at a "consumer-oriented" product. It is the best bang for the buck...

Ok. I'm sure someone is going to think I'm an idiot, but here goes: On the heatsink I have for a new T-bird 1.1GHz there is a little pad that is positioned to go over core of the processor. Some articles I've read seem to suggest that I'm supposed to scrape that pad off before applying thermal...

I've had to install this same config on a buddy's system. I spent $45 for "Partition Magic" which came with "Boot Magic" from Powerquest and the setup was SIMPLE! Powerquest

Okay, I just put together a system for a friend that form some reason won't allow me to enable DMA mode for the DVD drive or the CDRW drive. The option isn't even available in the properties tab in the system settings. Could it be that the system is not using Win98SE? He insisted that I...

Yes:D