Recent content by zxchris8931

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    RAM issue. 24GB installed (16GB usable)?

    memory related fields i saw said: Extended Memory: 16776192k
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    RAM issue. 24GB installed (16GB usable)?

    I know for a fact when i first put my PC together that the 16GB usable was not in my 'systems' report on microsoft windows 7 ultimate 64bit. so something has happened along the way to result in this, and i came here to ask if there is something software related or bios that would cause this...
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    Best bang for buck 3-way SLI or help with 460gtx issue?

    Just to update this thread if anyone stumbles across it when encountering overheating issues with 3-way SLI. The problem was due to the close proximity of the 3 GPUs, you need ample gap space or lots of air cooling, or the more costly water cooling. Removing one of the GPUs solved the high...
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    Best bang for buck 3-way SLI or help with 460gtx issue?

    Anything out there worth the performance of 3-way SLI at an 'affordable' price? basically just 3-way cause I can... Not really necessary... which is why I dont want to go all out and 3-way the top of the line card. I have 3 460GTX but found out the hard way that they are only 2-way SLI capable...
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    Clean install over current Win7 partition?

    Thank you for your help.
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    Clean install over current Win7 partition?

    I've never used partitions before, until my latest install of Win7 I decided to give it it's own partition. Long story (cut to the chase below):: Anyway I'm getting a new MB,CPU,RAM, and additional vid card. I have a 1TB drive that has 96GB free (so i have a lot of files to backup), and I have...
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    upgrade from GeForce 9600 GT 512MB to what?

    running an Dell S2409W monitor... sometimes extend it to an Sharp Aquos 46 inch via VGA... dont have an HDMI-out on 9600 GT obviously..
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    upgrade from GeForce 9600 GT 512MB to what?

    Been out of the video card loop for awhile... so what is a suitable card for an upgrade from GeForce 9600 GT 512MB Also running: Core2Duo E8400 @ 3.00GHz 4GB RAM Windows 7 I do play games on my PC but not too often as of late. Looking for something no more than $300. Thanks for your...
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    Newegg Error? Software Error? My Error?

    ha DUR.. thanks. :D
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    Newegg Error? Software Error? My Error?

    Just a little confused and sad. I recently purchased an EVGA 9600GT 512MB (this one here: 9600GT) and I'm planning on overclocking it a bit. [ in case the link doesnt work? doesnt seem to work for me... the item# is 512-P3-N861-AR ] On NewEgg it states the Memory Clock should be...
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    SLI capable Mobo for use w/ E4300 OC

    Can anyone recommend an SLI capable Mobo for use with an E4300 that will offer good overclocking ability. Or what should I look for when looking for an SLI board that will support an overclocked E4300 ? Thanks.
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    WTB Dell 22" Widescreen; need opinions/info

    Will my card work with this monitor? Its a pretty good price IMO and plus i have a 10% off coupon. Dell 22" Widescreen Do any of you own this monitor? Have owned? edit : My card is a Radeon X800 XL. (i thought i put this in the original post, guess not) By the reviews I dont think I...
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    Ordered MCE2005 w/ Vista upgrade

    So I should just hold off on installing it until I get my new system together?
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    Ordered MCE2005 w/ Vista upgrade

    Anyone? I shouldn't expect any problems, right?