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    3 HD's in RAID, in Intel RST mode, SSD Failed!

    Alright, kind of losing my $#@! here. Did a fresh install of Windows 7 a few weeks ago, everything went fine, put my 360gb and 2tb WD sata drives in Raid mode, and a OCZ Vertex 120gb. Enabled the Intel RST and everything worked as it should. (Had this exact setup for 2+ years with no problem)...
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    How to access bridged router that's inaccessible

    So here's the setup: Internet comes into Netgear router (Redwood Network) 100' cable runs to the attic of the main house, attaches to a Buffalo Router (Green Network) Now, there's a tenant in this building who is supposed to get his own internet, but keeps mooching even after talking to...
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    Question for you drywallers

    We just hired a company to do the insulating foam thing ( like great stuff, but in bulk) To do this, he had to drill a 1/2 hole every 16'' vertical on the walls. Now, what would be the best way to patch over these? Just do it normally with mud, or should we patch over each individual hole with...
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    Power supply question for a Q-see video surveillance system

    I was watching my q-see video surveillance system, which has been set up for about 48 hours, and it turned off. At the same time, the power supply that sits on the power outlet started to do that high-pitch sound. Came back an hour later, power supply was VERY hot, and the DVR would still not...
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    Internet random disconnects... Is it a marvell driver?

    When I first turn my PC on, the first thing that pops up is about some missing "Marvell 88SE61XX Adapter" Now, since i upgraded to a P5Q Pro, this just started. I surf any website, it works fine for a few minutes then goes to "looking up www.amazon.com" and stays that way until i close the...
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    Are there any BIG laser "gaming" mice?

    I've been using the Logitech MX Revolution for the past 2 or so years, with lots of gaming. I'm tired of arcing my hand around the mouse and having like 1/4 of my hand touching the mousepad too. I just got a Logitech 1100 mouse, and It's the same thing. Are there any really big mice out there...
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    Rough price for tinting windows in a single cab truck?

    My local places have been closed all weekend, and i have some xmas $$ to spend. What's the rough price for a 20% tint in a single cab truck? meaning 2 door windows, and a 3-piece rear sliding window. Ideas?
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    Looking for the name of a WWII movie I saw on TV...

    I saw it on cable tv a few months ago, but not from the beginning. Japanese were defending a key island, they had a large cave system. U.S. forces were pushing hard, and the Japanese were killing themselves with grenades held to their chests. In one of the last scenes, a Japanese guy just...
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    Switching back to stock cooling on 8800gt

    I was wondering, if I want to put my stock cooler back onto my BFG 8800gt, can i simply use some Arctic Silver, or do i have to buy some thermal tape? The tape is kind of thick, does the heatsink take that into consideration or can i just screw it down and the AS will be good enough?
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    What do I need to record security camera video?

    Found a deal on 4x Day/Night security cameras, but would like to record the video to my HTPC. What is the card called that I can hook them up to, a capture card? I'm looking now but any help is appreciated.
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    Silica in lip balms...

    After using the official Chap Stick for years, i was tired of paying around $2 per tube. I bought bulk Chap-X, around 1/4 the price. I'm wondering, i heard from family that some generic chap stics had silica that kind of did the same thing as chew (that mouth tobacco stuff) that cuts your lips...
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    Has At&t said anything about their download limit yet?

    3 months ago I switched from Att to Suddenlink, and between 7-11 pm the internet is unusable due to everyone else in CA getting home from work and using it too. I'm wondering if switching back to Att would be worth it, I doubt I download more than 100-150 gb/month, but can't find any info on...
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    Foxconn M7VMX-K not working after a couple days...

    Had my machine running 100% the last few days, then i was going to upgrade to a phenom system. Turns out that after assembling everything into the new case, including a MSI K9a2 platinum, AMD x4 9850, my 400gb sata hd, 8800gt, and soundcard, the motherboard doesnt support a 9850. WTF? So, i...
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    Need help finding a picture of a custom computer desk

    I'm starting a woodworking class this week. I'm doing a custom project, and I'm in need of a computer desk. I saw a featured desk in one of these 3 magazines: Popular Science, Wired, or Maxim. It was in the 1st quarter of the magazine if I remember correctly. It was made with maybe 3 or 4...
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    Any idea how to reformat 2GB kingston flash drive?

    I was reformatting my other PC, and in the Win XP setup I was selecting which partition i wanted, and stupidly i still had my flash drive connected to the usb port. I selected the USB drive (didnt know that's what it was) and deleted it. Now, when i right click on it and select format, windows...
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    ummmm. WTF happened to my desktop?

    Within the last week, both my desktop and my laptop have this weird glitch going on with the icon on the desktop. Here's what they look like: http://i61.photobucket.com/alb...56/r1c0ch3t/screen.jpg I have AVG and Zonealarm, I doubt it could be a virus. The laptop was just reformatted less...
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    Few questions about new Alienware notebook

    Just SCORED a Alienware Area 51 M laptop for $200. 3.2 ghz, 1680x1050 screen, 2x512 ddr, 37 gb hd. Original owner said it had overheating issues, I haven't had any yet. 99% functional, extremely happy with it. Internal wireless was said to be broken. I have a few questions though. 1. Is...
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    wtf Google?

    I've been trying to shop for stuff using google, but recently all I've been getting lately is .uk sites. Doesn't really help me at all. I tried filtering by region, pressing the "web" button, everything, but these uk sites won't go away! Anyone else having trouble?
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    Got a ticket for a TRAILER BALL

    Got pulled over less than a month ago for having my license plate obstructed by a trailer ball. one of these:http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h56/r1c0ch3t/ball.jpg . My parents bought the truck 7-8 years ago, and it was installed then too. Went to pay the $10 and have the fix-it ticket...
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    How do you get the knobs off this darn fan controller?

    Just got one of these from the egg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811999046 now, since I just got my silverstone SG03, I was assuming that THEIR fan controller would fit in THEIR case. Apparently not. The knobs need to be about 3/4 the size they are currently. Any ideas on...
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    What are some signs of HD failure?

    I just bought a new 400 gig SATA WD hard drive a month ago. I just tried to turn my pc in my sig on, and it was just stuck at a blank screen. I put my ear next to the HD, and it's making a sound like something is off balance, a weird vibrating sound. ( the HD is in a silencer, so usually...
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    Just got an oil change, when can I add the engine sealer?

    Just got an oil change (would've done it myself, but was dirt cheap after a $20 off coupon) and now I have a smallish oil leak. When can I add the engine sealer?(bottle is 15.5 oz) I just want to be sure not to overfill the oil, should I wait a while until there's some space or put it in now?
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    Looking for a RPG like Baldur's Gate:DA for PC

    I love Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance for PS2. I don't have a ps2 anymore, just a 360 and PC. Are there any games with SIMILAR graphics with similar gameplay? Not really gameplay like oblivion, but kind of more scripted but still long and fun. I've been researching ps2 emulators and stuff like...
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    Need help with something to switch between HTPC sound and TV sound

    Alright, I have a tv that has CRAPPY built-in speakers, so I'm using a Logitech x-530 for the sound. The x-530 connects to the tv through an adapter. The x-530 gives out 3 headphone-style jacks, which go into an adapter that then transforms them into 2 rca inputs, which then go to the tv. I...
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    Have an opportunity for a cheap toy, but the engine is seized...

    Have a opportunity to buy a 2001 or newer (not really sure) SDG 107 pit bike for $200, but the only problem is the engine. It's seized. What would I be looking for as to fix it or what parts to look for? Don't really know too much, but since it is really small I'm sure I could do it.
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    Question for the gun nuts on here

    All summed up I want a shotgun for home defense because my neighborhood is really shady at times. I have not taken any gun safety classes (but definetly plan to, required or not) or hunting safety classes or any of that. I've read the FAQ's on the bureau of firearms website, and all that said...
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    What's your personal playing time record for Steam games?

    Mine's 67 hours, but here's a screenshot of my most recent one: http://i61.photobucket.com/alb...h56/r1c0ch3t/steam.jpg
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    Anyone else not like the Z-5500's?

    "Upgraded" from the Logitech X-230 2.1 system. Hopped on the deal for ClubIt 169.99 after rebates. Set it up, and am not impressed at all. And yes the subwoofer is loud. I was pissed that the center speaker is barely used at all, even though its right in front of your face. Seemed like the...
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    Anyone know the name of the song in this "Offroad Madness" video?

    Lookin for the name of the song in this video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PVZ7x1ZRe0 also, its also damn fun to watch this thing unfold.
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    Need some help limiting internet access

    Need some help putting a cap on the wireless internet. I have a Buffalo router up in the attic acting as a bridge, which is hard wired to my netgear router in my apartment. People upstairs get internet access, but recently theyve been over using it (I pay for it, they get it as part of the...
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    need help finding if my ram is compatable with certain mobo

    I have 2x2 gb kit of OCZ ddr2 that i got for the $55 deal from frys, model OCZ2VU8004GK. Anyone know if this works fine with the MSI p6n platinum? Current mobo doesnt like it, plus mobo is junk. thanks!
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    how would the Macbook Air be for gaming?

    Be easy on me, I have no clue about macs and putting windows on them. Is it even possible? I saw that the Air had 2 gb ram, core 2 duo, and other halfway decent stuff, but could it be possible to play like bf2 on it? Just wondering because that is the sickest laptop I've ever seen!
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    Which case should i use? POLL

    On an impulse buy, I bought the CM 690 and the Antec 900. I've had the Alienware since Woot sold it, maybe 3 months? I was going to resell the 690 an 900 locally, and make enough profit to buy an 830. Nobodys really biting, even $10 above the after-rebate price. I like all the cases, I just...
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    Attention Evga 680i motherboard owners

    I'm having lots of problems with the 680i motherboard, and I bet that I'm missing some small driver. (bought the mobo used and didnt come with cd) I have gotten the drivers from evga's site, i just want an official copy. Maybe copy the contents of the cd, then put it on rapidshare? Thanks to...
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    Just reformatted, can't connect to internet, other pc's will

    Alright, this is how the internet setup goes: DSL modem to Netgear router 4 ethernet cords come from the netgear router, one to my xbox, one to my htpc, one to my gaming pc, and one that goes to the buffalo router upstairs So then netgear router goes to buffalo router via a 100'...
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    How do i reformat a memory stick?

    Hi Just reformatted my pc, and accidently delted everything on my usb memory stick. I must now reformat the stick to transfer motherboard drivers for my new build :( so, how do i reformat it back to normal file-transfering state?
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    best way to package/ship a proc?

    I have the original box and green holder thingy, but no longer have the little plastic case and piece of foam. You guys have any ideas on what i can use to ship a x2 4200 processor safely?
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    Help finding a good barebones laptop for gaming

    A friend is asking me for advice on building a laptop. He wants to play starcraft 2 ultimately. I'm pretty sure that onboard graphics wont do, so the laptop needs to have that open/upgradeable. Anyone know of any good barebones to start as a good foundation? The cheaper the better, but don't...
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    Is there a disassembly tutorial for the Logitech MX Revolution?

    I've been thinking, if I can take this mouse apart and remove the side scroll wheel, this would be a uber-mouse. My hand arcs over the mouse, due to my thumb having to sit behind the side wheel, so I dont touch it. If I do touch it, everything minimizes. I realize that i could just de-activate...