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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    I figured out the issue. The IPIBL-LB (Benicia) mobo has an SPI header that requires a jumper on pins 1-2 (visible here: http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c01324212). I had to reshuffle the RAM around because I don't think the technician replaced them in...
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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    Yeah, we tried it with a 450W PSU and had the same problem, and even after re-installing the 9500 GS were having the same issue.
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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    I took the PC to a technician, and we tried a bunch of different things, including a new PSU, to the same effect. He thinks it might be a mobo problem. When we opened the case, we did find a loose jumper, and tried it on the only available BIOS (or CMOS, not sure) position, which didn't make...
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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    Checked the RAM, and it's solid. I'm not sure about the PSU, but will check it out. Any other suggestions?
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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    I believe that it is. I ran the 9800 GT on another rig with the same wattage, but I'm not sure about the voltage on the new PSU's rails. In any case, it still didn't work when I re-installed the original video card.
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    Replaced 9500 GS with 9800 GT, now only getting intermittent fans

    Hi, I'm trying to replace the stock 9500 GS on an HP Pavilion Elite m9425f with a working 9800 GT. I uninstalled the original drivers, powered down the machine, and replaced the card. Now, powering up the PC only gets the fans to spin for a few seconds intermittently, without any boot...
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    Which one of these is causing stuttering?

    Update: thanks all for your help and suggestions. I upgraded the GPU to a 9800GT and added 1 gig of RAM, and everything seems to be working a lot more smoothly. I think the 7950GT fan wasn't working properly, and was overheating. Thanks again for your help!
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    Which one of these is causing stuttering?

    Update: neither cores seem to go over 70% load. The GPU temp is steady around 82C, but I'm still getting 6-10 fps in some cases, and it doesn't seem to be a latency issue either. I'm thinking it's maybe RAM? Strangely, I'm getting a 2-3 fps bump on Ultra settings, better than anything lower!
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    Geforce 7950GT Overheating?

    Great, thanks very much. I did re-apply thermal paste when I cleaned the fans out.
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    Geforce 7950GT Overheating?

    I know, it's crazy! I did clean the GPU of dust. It could be the fan controls. If it is the gpu, is the VF900-Cu a good choice for the cooler, or can you recommend a good PCI express x16 GPU that'll work with a 400W Fortron PSU? Thank you!
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    Which one of these is causing stuttering?

    Yes, it didn't seem to stutter when I first got the pc, but as you've mentioned, that was a while ago. I'm running at 1680x1050, so maybe that's too high of a resolution? I don't notice the HD light going crazy when it starts stuttering, and haven't looked at if the cores are at 100&#37...
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    Which one of these is causing stuttering?

    Hi, I'm getting a bit of stuttering and slowdown in some current- and previous-generation games, like The Witcher, Aion, WoW, LotRO and Rift Beta. I'm running a Compaq Presario SR1750NX, and have upgraded the processor to an Athlon 64 X2 4400+, the RAM to 2 GB, and the GPU to a Geforce...
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    Geforce 7950GT Overheating?

    Hi, Does anyone have any experience with 7950GT's running hot? I was getting some visual hiccuping and thought it might be the video card overheating, and checked the temps. It idles at about 90C and gets to about 110C under medium load. However, I don't hear the fan come on until it's...
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    Great, thank you for your help!
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    So, looking through these options, I definitely see some good prices on Ebay for the x2's. Benchmarks seem to put them way ahead of the single-cores, but how do you think they compare to current-generation cpu's? Are programs taking advantage of the new architecture yet? Also, looking at...
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    Great, thank you. Any advice on the bios update? I haven't done it before.
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    I'd definitely be down to just grab a new mobo, but because it's a Compaq case, I'm not sure if the Asus mobo was made specifically designed to fit in this case - I know manufacturers have done that in the past. Any thoughts? 21st hermit - mind sending me the details? Thank you!
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    Thanks for the advice - I think I'm going to stick with the mobo and try to find a 939 X2. They are expensive - any ideas on where to find one would be appreciated!
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    Upgrading to Athlon 64 X2 - need advice!

    Hello! I'm running a modified Compaq Presario SR1750NX, stock Asus A8AE-LE mobo, which comes with an Athlon 64 3500 CPU. I'm looking to upgrade the CPU, but am not sure of the compatibility of current-generation models. The Compaq info site (below) indicates that this socket 939 mobo is...
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    EVGA GeForce 7950GT with Fortron 400W

    Great, thanks!
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    EVGA GeForce 7950GT with Fortron 400W

    Thank you, I just installed and it is running smoothly, if a little hot (70C); do evga's run that warm? Thanks
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    EVGA GeForce 7950GT with Fortron 400W

    Quick question about my PSU in relation to a new graphics card: Running Fortron FSP AX400PN (400W Max) with 18A on the 12V1 rail/16A on 12V2 rail. Received an EVGA GeForce 7950GT as a gift, with requirements of 400W and 18A on the 12V rail. Think the PSU can handle it? I put in the Fortron...
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    Fortron 400W/EVGA GeForce 7950GT

    Correction - 18A on 12V1 and 16A on 12V2. Thanks!
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    Fortron 400W/EVGA GeForce 7950GT

    Quick question about my PSU - Running Fortron FSP AX400PN (400W Max) with 16A on the 12V rail. Received an EVGA GeForce 7950GT as a gift, with requirements of 400W and 18A on the 12V rail. Think the PSU can handle it? I put in the Fortron a couple of years ago after having heard that...
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    New power supply

    EffeX is right, go with the Fortron... =)
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    upgrading my power supply

    I think the x1600xt requires a 300W PSU? Check your installed PSU if it says "300W" or "300W Max or Burst." I had a stock PSU that was really 268W but I think it had a burst of 300W. Make sure that you figure out the compatability of an ATX PSU with your motherboard (and mainly, measure...
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    Rosewill RE502-SLV 500W

    Check out Fortron (FSP Source) on newegg. They have very decently priced PSUs. I think Sparkle is the same company.
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    Using Speedfan

    NVM, figured it out with posts and cross-referencing with PC Wizard :)
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    Understanding Speedfan

    Thank you
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    Understanding Speedfan

    Hi, A question about speedfan temps - how do you know which temp is which? CPU and HD0 are pretty straightforward, but what are Ambient, Remote, and Temp1? Thank you!
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    Using Speedfan

    Hi, A question about speedfan temps - how do you know which temp is which? CPU and HD0 are pretty straightforward, but what are Ambient, Remote, and Temp1? Thank you!
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    CRT to DVI Adapter

    Thank you all for your help. P.S. An adapter was in the box, which I just checked again... Look at that big distracting thing while I make my getaway! :)
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    CRT to DVI Adapter

    Sorry, that's what I meant, it's a CRT VGA Monitor with a DVI only video card. Thanks
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    CRT to DVI Adapter

    What about this then? Link
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    CRT to DVI Adapter

    Hi! I have a 21" CRT Monitor with a vid card that has dual DVI... Can anyone recommend a good adapter? Thanks much.