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    Help needed diagnosing random shutdowns

    System in signature has begun shutting down randomly on me. Five times in the past two days. I can't correlate any sort of trigger to the behavior. I was playing Portal once. Web browsing a few of the times. I will be doing normal activities, and then out of nowhere - without any sort of...
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    Latest AMD Crossfire Application Profile update: 12/3/12?

    I just noticed that it's been almost 5 months since the last CAP update on AMD's website: http://sites.amd.com/us/game/downloads/pages/crossfirex-app-profiles.aspx Did I miss some major news about them no longer issuing updates? They used to be released on a near-monthly basis, and...
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    Choppy Amazon Cloud player streaming performance on Evo Shift (Sprint)

    I recently picked up an Evo Shift. I like it for the most part but I'm encountering an issue that is pretty much a deal breaker unless I can get it resolved. I cannot smoothly stream the music from my Amazon Cloud Player. When I go to play a song, it might take up to 30 seconds before it...
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    Effectiveness comparison: walking vs elliptical

    285lbs, 6'1", 33 yrs old I've been doing a mix of these two things in the past few weeks. Here's a summary of some of the details I've noticed: 1) elliptical -DISTANCE: I've been doing 5 "miles" (who knows how accurate that is). -DURATION: about 35 minutes -HEART RATE: between...
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    8gb RAM installed, but only 3.99 "usable" -?

    Would someone please look at these two screenshots and let me know if I have an actual problem here, or if this is just the way Windows reports memory. I'd really appreciate it. http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj96/Odindusk/mem1.png http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj96/Odindusk/mem2.png
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    I am in need of a boot HDD ---> SSD swap primer

    I'm finally getting an SSD for Windows and a few applications. I have no idea what I'm doing. I figure that I just physically install it using the same cables as my current HDD, boot with Windows disc, install Windows 7? Do I have to deactivate Windows and my other programs with their vendors...
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    How does my video card setup stand up today?

    Every few years when I build a new rig, I research enough to learn what is a smart buy for my needs. Then, in the years between builds, I fall oblivious to the advancements around me. Could anyone tell me how well Crossfired 5770s stack up today? I'm not a HUGE gamer, but I do like to enjoy...
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    Lego announces Hobbit/LotR license

    http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118047584 This came about 20 years too late. If I'm being honest with myself, I'll at least check them out in the store and might come home with one for old time's sake. Perfect license for Lego, IMO.
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    Colony Wars (PS1): looking for similar games

    I remembered this game out of the blue recently, and how I really loved it back in the day (1997-ish). I would love to check out games that are in the same vein. That being: console-based, non-MMO space shooters (sim or arcade-y) with an emphasis on spacecraft combat. I have a PS2, PS3...
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    No audio when playing one particular DVD in WMP - need to figure this out

    I bought a concert DVD from Amazon. It's given me my first ever issue on this computer. When it plays in WMP12, there is no sound. Video playback is fine. No error messages. ~I definitely have sound functioning on this computer; I play games and MP3 files constantly ~Every other DVD that...
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    DS - Pokemon B/W $25 today only (4/2) - Amazon deal of the day

    Just a heads-up if you were thinking about ever getting one of these games. Pokemon titles pretty much NEVER drop below retail ($35-40) so this is probably your best shot of getting one of these on the cheap. http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.htm...Q18XPG9RK4YH5H
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    Need direction: sister (nurse) is using remnants of patients' meds

    Very serious topic - hopefully I can get some preliminary help from some of you. Probably wall-of-text incoming. No getting around it, apologies. My sister (22) graduated from nursing school this past spring and landed a position at a hospital shortly after. She lives with my parents and...
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    Dish Network and sports programming blackouts.

    I live in Louisville, KY. Grew up in Michigan, where I would watch many of the Red Wings games on cable. My GF bought me a year of Dish Network service (first time ever having satellite), and specifically she ordered a package that included channel 430 (Fox Sports Detroit). In the 10 days...
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    Seeking a recommendation on a video card change

    I was given a really nice pair of headphones for Christmas, and as such this has kinda forced me to finally get a nice sound card to fully enjoy these cans. However, I have absolutely no room on my board for another card due to the 5770 x2 setup I have in there. I'm willing to break this up to...
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    question about optical drives and sound cards

    Ok, this will probably seem fairly vague but here goes: I have a memory of watching a friend of mine build a computer back around 1998. For some reason I specifically remember him having to connect the CD drive direct to the sound card with some sort of thin cable. My question is what...
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    "Seinfeld - the Complete Series" $84.49 (12/16 only)

    Amazon Gold Box deal of the day. I'm not a huge Seinfeld fan but wanted to make sure you shoppers knew about it. List price is $250. http://www.amazon.com/Seinfeld-Compl...9HCW9BN1W907RF
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    Red Dead Redemption = no go?

    I was so certain that this would get ported. Seemed like a great PC candidate. Wasn't it a commercial success for the consoles?
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    Two sets of headphones plugged into different ports?

    Hi - question for you guys. My Sennheiser 595s plug directly into my sound card. If I get a secondary set of headphones that connect via USB, what happens when I plug those in at the same time? Does sound output from one of them override the other? Will sound come out of both? Will my...
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    Are the games "Psychonauts" and "Tomb Raider: Underworld" keyboard games?

    Or are they best played with a gamepad? They're on my list of games to play and I keep putting off getting a good controller.
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    Crossfire (16x & 4x)

    Guys, I need help understanding what I'm dealing with here. I have the board in my signature, and a 5770. I have access to another 5770 for virtually pennies, but my board's manual says something odd about the slots: (1) PCI-e x16 (1) PCI-e x16 (running at x4) Does Crossfire use the slowest...
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    BIOS updates: any reason to do so if version release notes don't seem to benefit me?

    If everything is stable and fine, is there any reason at all to flash the BIOS if the release notes indicate nothing of interest to you? I wasn't sure if any hidden or underlying performance increases are sometimes present in the update but not necessarily mentioned in the notes.
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    King's Bounty: The Legend (2008)

    Over the past few months I've been slowly playing through the stuff I bought for super cheap during the holiday Steam sales. I started this game a few days ago and I really enjoy it so far. I can best describe it as a perfect blend of Ogre Battle's tactical grid combat with tons of...
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    Overwhelemed by fish oil capsule choices and dangers

    I went in today to discuss the results of my wellness physical with the doc. He said the only real flaw on my report was that while my overall cholesterol is low/safe, the "good" cholesterol was also quite low and that it's important to get that up. He said exercise will directly help increase...
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    What kind of performance hit can I expect in games when upgrading resolution size?

    Currently have 20" 1680 x 1050. I'd like to get a 24" 1900 x 1200 screen. Is it going to be a disastrous frame rate drop? Maybe I won't even notice a performance hit?
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    Signatures?

    Ok, I feel kind of embarrassed to ask this, but I just spent a good 15 minutes looking under every account option possible and I can't see where there is a forum post signature option. Is this something manual that people do each time they post? A ton of people have their system info listed...
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    Need help understanding benefit/downfall of using 5770s in crossfire

    Help please. Built a new computer last week: i5-750 MSI p55-gd55 4GB DDR3 Windows 7 home premium HD 5770 Sapphire 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 1920x1200 gaming resolution If I one day wanted to increase my gaming OOOOMPH, would it make sense to take into account the $160 I already spent on the 5770 and...
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    4 case fans, but only 2 "SYSFAN" power slots on MB

    I threw together a new rig last night and two of my case fans are going unused at the moment. I assume I need some sort of cable connector that allows me to plug 2 fans into it so that they only use one power slot on the MB, but for some reason I'm struggling to find exactly what I need...
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    ordering parts for new gaming rig - requesting a critique/compatibility check

    Hi. My e6600 computer croaked so I guess I finally get to make the jump to the current generation of stuff. If you wouldn't mind looking at my list and letting me know what you think of my selections, I'd appreciate it! budget: ~$1000. Already have monitor, keyboard, mouse, 1.5TB external HDD...
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    I need to setup a web forum for my condo association and have no idea how to begin.

    Wasn't sure what board to throw this into... apologies if I hit the mark. My roommate is the president of the condo association where we live and she's asked me to research how she goes about creating a forum for residents to register at and discuss topics, etc. I've always been fairly...
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    E6600 CPU & gaming on 1920x1200: HD5770 or HD5850?

    Quick question: If someone wanted to stretch the life of their E6600, would a 5770 be able to handle 1920x1200 resolution? Or do I need to bump it up to a 5850? I want something that can definitely handle the resolution, but at the same time I'm not sure if there's such thing as video card...
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    PS2 out of production - might want to get one

    Hey guys, sorry if this is old news or if it's been mentioned here already. The PS2 recently appears to have FINALLY ceased production. Most major online retailers have it listed as no longer available, and supply seems to be close to thinning out in B&M stores. I went to a Best Buy last...
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    modern Intel retail CPU fans

    I need a generalization here: if you don't plan on OC'ing ever, are the provided coolers perfectly fine? Or do they still suck? Don't want to mess around with an aftermarket cooler if I don't need to.
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    Question about a comment on Newegg about ATI 5770

    Hi, I'm interested in a certain 5770 and someone left a 5/5 review but also went on to say this: "PLEASE READ THIS!!! If you buy this card place a plastic insulator between the fan connector and heat sync. There is absolutely no clearance and when the heat sync gets hot it may melt the...
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    Steam weekend deal: Colin McRae DiRT2 -- $19.99 (50% off)

    http://store.steampowered.com/app/12840/ It says the deal is "through Monday" but I don't know exactly when it ends. Deal is live as of today, Friday the 15th.
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    help me install Win 7 (OEM) onto an existing XP computer

    Hi: Would someone be able to walk me through, or point to a reference that will help me in my exact situation? I have an existing computer with XP on it (dedicated O/S hard drive), but am not ready to build a new machine quite yet. I got my hands on a Windows 7 disc ("OEM for system...
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    [GIGABYTE GA-965P-DS3] - CPU compatibilities near upper end?

    I'm toying with the idea of throwing something onto this board that is more powerful than my E6600 Core 2 Duo, but I'm having trouble determining EXACTLY what this board will and will not take. I will likely be buying a used CPU and I don't want to embarrass myself when I find out the chip...
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    Need vid card replacement suggestion for 3 year old rig

    The card in my gaming computer seems to be on its way out, and I don't have the cash for a full overhaul like I want to do. I need a new card that is a clear upgrade, but not complete overkill for the rest of my system. I have a 24" monitor. Would like to keep it around $200. Current...
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    9600XT died on GF's WoW computer - please help find sensible replacement

    Card died after 4 years of use: Radeon 9600XT 128M AGP parameters for replacement card: 1) AGP 2) at least 128MB (preferably higher) 3) has fan (not heatsink only) 4) does not require its own power connection 5) < $75 Does anything out there fit the bill? Having a hard time finding...
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    I need education on why to choose a 32-bit system, or a 64-bit? (Windows 7)

    I don't keep up that well with general computer knowledge. I know enough to research, buy and build my own system every 3-4 years. But I don't know a thing about why there are 32-bit and 64-bit systems, and how to know which one to choose. I went to buy a Windows 7 OEM cd today and realized I...
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    Need PSU suggestion for new computer - component list inside

    Hello -- throwing together a new machine and I don't know how to gauge how powerful of a PSU I will need. I'm more than fine on spending extra money on a quality brand, but I also don't want to buy something that I'm only going use to 50% capacity. Please recommend a PSU that will be...