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    Why does it show two network connections?*PIC*

    http://img0735.paintedover.com/uploads/0735/network.jpg My setup is as simple as can be: one computer wired to a DSL modem through the MOBO's built in ethernet port. So, why does my network connections show two things? My internet works great, but I am curious because i am about to add...
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    is it possible to share files but not internet??

    oh cool! Thanks everyone! sorry i didnt understand at first, but i think i do now. i dont have a second NIC so i cant just test things out. i wanted to know if/how it was possible before i spend some coin on a wireless adapter; now i do. gotta go order a wireless adapter. later
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    is it possible to share files but not internet??

    thanks Jack! i totally forgot to mention that i only have XP home running on my comp. is there any way to make it work without upgrading to XP pro?
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    is it possible to share files but not internet??

    My computer is connected directly by Ethernet to my DSL modem for internet access. If I add a wireless network adapter will I be able to share files with other computers in my house? The catch is the other computers I want to share files with are connected to a linksys wrt54g wireless router...
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    can i use a foriegn cell phone in the usa?

    i am going to Japan in a month and i was wondering if i saw a cell phone that i liked would i be able to bring it back with me, and use it in california?
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    I need three Silent fans in uncommon sizes.

    I can't find teh exact CFM for my projector but i did find that the average amount of CFM for a 50mm fann is 9-17 CFM and a 60mm fan is 15-25 CFM are there any quiet fans that move the upper range of air listed?
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    I need three Silent fans in uncommon sizes.

    does anyone know?
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    I need three Silent fans in uncommon sizes.

    Thanks for your reply. I understand the function of fans; they cool stuff. What I was assuming was that the fans that epson used were the cheapest fans possible at the time. The time being 2002. I guess what I am really asking is: are there any fans in those sizes that will move air at the...
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    I need three Silent fans in uncommon sizes.

    i was being cute earlier, but the noise of this projector is no petty complaint it runs at 40db! when you shut it down the third fan kicks in ans the thing is as loud as a vacuum. i hear what you are saying but i was hoping that there was some pioneering technology to quiet fans than just moving...
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    I need three Silent fans in uncommon sizes.

    The three fans i need to replace with silent ones are: Fan 1: 60x60x25mm BUT, has a real small 3-pin connector(here is a pic of it) runs @ 12V, 0.25A Fan 2: 50x50x10mm has same 3-pin connector as "Fan 1" runs @ 12V, 0.14A Fan 3: 50x50x10mm (same size as "Fan 2") has 2-pin power...
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    what do i put in a Aria?

    WOW! Thanks for all the input. Based on what what everyone has said i like this Asus mobo: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813131570 What about the processor? How much will i need? I was thinking of something in the ~$80 price range. Also i read another old...
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    what do i put in a Aria?

    i have an Antec Aria case that friend gave to me and was wondering what Mobo, CPU, GPU that i can use. here is what i need it for. i ONLY need it to do: 1. surf web 2. watch dvds and XviDs 3. listen to music 4. be quiet 5. be cheap as possible and still do the above tasks with ease...
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    build or buy?

    thanks krnxpride83 i will keep my eyes open for deals on there. i may have found one already! (what does FTW stand for?) ->lexmark here is the link for the mobo at newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813130487
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    build or buy?

    thanks ribbon 13. i will take your word for the DVD drive (i dont use cheap media so i am not to worried about which drive i end up with as long as it burns at full speed). The PSU looks good but i could not find how quiet (or loud) that PSU is rated at (any thing les than 25db will work)...
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    build or buy?

    Captain_Howdy you read my mind. here is what i am thinking after about an hour of shopping PSU: silent PSU $150.00 (need to look more) Mobo: MSI nForce4 SLI (939) K8N Neo4 Platinum SLI $169.00 CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ Toledo 1GHz FSB Socket 939 Dual Core Processor Model...