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    New card for dual monitor (1x60Hz, 1x144Hz) suggestions

    Current main specs i5-2500k P67 Extreme4 8GB Ram ASUS GTX 560 Ti DirectCU II TOP Recently picked up a second monitor, so now I have 1 Samsung [forgot model] 23" 1080p/60Hz and 1 24" BenQ Xl2420TE 1080p/144hz, I feel as though my FPS, especially on the 144Hz montiro are lacking so I'm...
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    Request: WiDi vs Airplay Mirroring Feedback

    Hello, Hope this is the best forum for this question. Want to turn our 55" HDTV into an extended desktop so that my wife can view her asian language shows (Chinese and Korean mostly) on the TV while I can use the computer for what I want. We accomplished this in our previous home by using a...
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    Yet Another Router Recommendation Thread

    Hi all, My WRT54G2 keeps disconnecting itself, and becomes non-visible to any number of devices in my home - My wife bought it for me when we were living in China and I think something got damaged on the flight back to the USA since it was in our checked luggage. I'm looking for something that...
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    Did I make a mistake?

    I bought this monitor (late) last night http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824001477 because I was able to stack a -$20.00 coupon and a -10% coupon but time was running out so I didn't have a lot of time to research... After I woke up I discovered that the monitor that I ordered has...
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    Z68 vs P67 - What's the advantage?

    About to build a new i5-2500k system is it worth waiting for Z68? What advantages does it hold over the P67 boards? Thanks, vpr
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    Does this case exist?

    Having problems finding the case that I want... Here is what I'm looking for. Mid-tower ATX case Bottom mounted power supply Black Internals Minimalistic design style Quiet & Cool No gaudy lights or ability to turn them off or disconnect the light Sturdy construction USB3 up-front...
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    23" LED Monitors: SAMSUNG S23A350H vs Samsung PX2370 vs ASUS VH238H

    Hello, Looking for a 23" LED LCD Monitor - Have narrowed it down to the 3 listed in the titles: SAMSUNG S23A350H Samsung PX2370 ASUS VH238H Primary purpose will be for watching movies/anime/tv shows and playing games along with web browsing... Basically general purpose. I like the...
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    In search of the "perfect NAS"

    Hello, I'm in need of some assistance in trying to find the perfect nas for my needs... Here is what I need: 2-4 Bay Pref. Hot-swapable Low Power Consumption Capable of streaming HD files and possibly doing 2 operations without stuttering/loss of frame rate (stream HD movie to one...
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    New Web layout - Article comments have no report option?

    Lots of spam in the comments of articles, yet there is no report option or ranking system to make them hidden if down-ranked enough... I think this is a big mistake and will cause the comments section to be full of SPAM and/or Sales Links/Porn Links since there is no repercussion for doing so...
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    Frustrating BSoDs/Restarts/Freezes -- Out of ideas

    About a year ago I was making a character in Age of Conan when my computer shut off suddenly, upon booting back up I was greeted with POST errors and no video. After testing I figured out the video card was shot and replaced it, after that time I was able to get back into the system, but have...
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    Powersupply Problem?

    When I installed Age of Conan and began to create a character my computer suddenly shut off and upon pressing the power button to start it again, it would not turn on. I determined that the Video Card was shot, and the place I took it too also decided to replace the power supply too. I...
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    Best for me?

    ASUS P5Q-E 4GB RAM 4 SATA HDs (2x160GB WD 2x350GB Seagate) Samsung 206BW 1680x1050 LCD *I'm currently located in China* Currently going through some system problems and have been replacing parts - I currently am running an 8400GS as a temporary card as my primary card gave up on me and I...
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    Asus P5Q-E w/ Thermaltake Tsunami Dream Case

    First off, I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this question - I chose here because it's more of a question of where on the mobo then about the case. I've got a Tsunami Dream case which is made by Thermaltake. On the top of the case it has the place where you can plug in IEEE1394...
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    Vid Card Died: Need Suggestions

    I had an X1950 Pro 256MB - While making a character in my brand new copy of Age of Conan the pc shut of suddenly and wouldn't power back on. Determined the Video Card got fried. I'm pretty low on funds so I got a cheap 8400GS card to hold me over a month or two until I get some funds. I need a...
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    Book Request: American History (United States)

    Hello, I'm looking for a book recommendation. I'm looking for a book for my girlfriend, who is not American and English is not her first language (She's Asian). I'd like it to cover United States history, and be written in a style that's not full of complicated vocabulary. Something that...
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    Which memory would be best for me?

    G.SKILL DDR2 1000 - $99.99 mushkin DDR2 1000 - $134.99 Crucial Ballistix DDR2 800 - $109.99 w/ Free 2GB USB Thumbstick Right now, I have an E6300 in a Gigabyte P965-DS3 3.3. I may be replacing the cpu w/ an E8400 if I can budget it in, but currently that's not what I have. I want to try...
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    Need your expertise on this OC

    Turns out the memory is garbage, but I'm living in China right now, so quality parts are hard to come by. Everything is "value" to accommodate the budget of a Chinese person. There are some specialty high-end places here and there, but they don't carry stock all the time. Anyways I've gotten...
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    Which podcast aggregator?

    What is a nice (Free hopefully) podcast aggregator? I've tried several different ones, and haven't really found one that I like. From memory, I've tried: -Happyfish -Juice -Doppler -iTunes (ick!) There are more, but I can't remember at the moment. Any suggestions? Thanks, vpr
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    PSU Recommendation

    Hello, I'm currently living in China and decided that it was time I built a decent system for myself. This has proven more difficult then I originally thought it would be. I've built numerous system back in the States, none of which having any real problems. However, the system I'm building...
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    Do I have any chance of getting broadband?

    Hello all, I live in a neighborhood that does not have any cable lines, so cable internet is out of the question. We've called and requested for lines to be put in, Time Warner (the local cable company) went so far as coming out and flagging where they were going to install the lines, but...
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    Listen to the new NIN Album "With Teeth" Free & Legal

    Got a newsletter from myspace.com that had a url to listen to the New NIN album "With Teeth" before it hits stores. http://www.myspace.com/ninofficial Enjoy! -vpr
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    [Dead] "God of War" Demo Disc (PS2) = Free

    Thanks to LetItRide from bytesizedeals.com: http://www.gamespot.com/promos/godofwar/ Answers to receive the demo: 1. Cyclops 2. 5 3. Minotaur 4. None of these
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    LCD Help [Gaming]

    Hello, I don't post that often, and i've been reading a lot of posts on here, but I still need some help deciding. I'm interested in getting a LCD to replace this borrow crt monitor of mine, and i've been looking at a few models. I do a lot of web surfing, I do a lot of gaming, and I do watch...
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    Need help getting a bigger overclock out of my 2500+

    For a friend: --- I'd like to get a bigger overclock out of my CPU, but it seems I've hit a roadblock...here is my current setup: Epox EP-8RDA+ w/ latest BIOS Athlon XP 2500+ @ 2.2ghz (200x11) 2x512 OCZ Enhanced Latency 2-3-2-10 Coolermaster Aero 7 Lite HSF I'm completely stable...
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    Antec Sonata or Coolermaster WaveMaster -- Quet?

    I recently moved my computer to my room and now I need to get a new case to quiet it down as it sits about 4 inces from my head when I am on my bed trying to sleep. I'd also prefer not to have any lights as the other end of my room has the slidding mirror closet doors so the lights just reflect...
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    Will Hercules Make an ATI x800?

    Not much has been herd on the Hercules site -- just wondering if they will be making a next gen card? -Vpr
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    Can't Decide - XM or Sirius.

    Hello, I've decided that I want to go ahead and jump on the Satellite Radio bandwagon, and i've been doing some research as to which service to go with... Problem is i've researched myself into a state of not being able to decide. I was hoping you fine people would be able to help me out. I've...
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    Good place to buy Wi-Fi Antenna (802.11g/b)

    Helllo, I'm looking for a good place to buy an antenna to replace the one on my wireless router to increase the signal strength on a computer aprox 100 feet away. Currently with the stock router antenna, and stock pci wireless lan antenna I get about 20% signal strength. Thanks, Vpr
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    Suggestions from the ones that know more than I do :)

    Hello, I live in an area where broadband is not avilable to me. Roadrunner doesn't have any cable installed in my neighborhood, and after many months of bugging them, it doesn't look like they will be installing it either. I also live to far away from the CO to qualify for dsl. Satellite...
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    DFI LANPARTY NFII ULTRA B-RETAIL $139 & ENERMAX Noisetaker Series EG425P-VE-SFMA. 420W Power supply $79 AR

    Newegg has the DFI LANPARTY NFII ULTRA Rev.B - RETAIL on sale for $139, this board is usually around $159 Link Also ENERMAX Noisetaker Series EG425P-VE-SFMA. 420W Power supply. ATX 12V V1.3 compatible $89 - $10 IR when you add to cart Link -Vpr
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    What type of memory is best for a DFI LanParty NF2 Ultra B mobo?

    Earlier threads on this were helpfull, however they were for the older version of this mobo? Any updates on the memory type (PC-3200 please) that has the best results. Planning to OC a 2500+ to 3200+ speeds. Thanks, Vpr
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    HTB [Home Theater In A Box] Which One?

    In the market for a HTB for my room. Willing to spend near $500, but just don't know which ones are good and which ones arn't. Tried looking around for some reviews, but it's slim pickings as far as that. I normally like JVC products, so I was looking at their lineup. Any advice? -Vpr
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    Looking for UV Cold Cath.. Which brand is best?

    Was thinking about the Delux ones at PC Mods, but I know people also say the SVC ones are good. SVC also carries sunbeam ones. Thanks in Advance, Vpr
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    What have been your experience with Dish Network?

    I just got a job in a new call center that opened up in my area doing Customer Service for DISH Network. I'm currently in the training, and was just wondering what has been everyone's experience with them? Any horror stories? Good Things to say? Also anything YOU the customer would like to see...
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    When RMA'ing a HD is it ok to...

    When RMA'ing a HD is it ok to remove all the partitions before sending it back? My IBM drive is making funky noises/causing windows slowdowns/windows wont boot because it can't find a file --> restart and it boots fine Allready filled out the RMA form, and am getting ready to package it up...
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    More PC woes... Need some help

    Recently I've been having some trouble with my computer. I was having trouble with it detecting all my memory, it would reboot randomly, and I would sometimes recieve an error saying "Windows could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: System32\drivers\ntfs.sys". I ended up...
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    8rda+ concern

    Hello, I just picked up an EpoX 8rda+ Motherboard, and it seems to be working fine, but I do have one concern. When I set my fsb to 133 in the bios from the default of 100, it also changed the speed of the ram from pc200 to 266. I know my ram is pc200(2100) so does this mean that it's...
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    8rda+ concern

    Hello, I just picked up an EpoX 8rda+ Motherboard, and it seems to be working fine, but I do have one concern. When I set my fsb to 133 in the bios from the default of 100, it also changed the speed of the ram from pc200 to 266. I know my ram is pc200(2100) so does this mean that it's...
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    Philips Acoustic Edge - Popping/Hissing/Crackling problems

    Hello - i've had this sound card for several months now and been very annoyed by the Hissing/Popping/Crackling happening in all parts of windows. Games, CD Audio, mp3's, doesn't matter. I've reinstalled windows (XP Pro) used the latest drivers, dloaded newest versions of Windows Media Player...
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    Philips Acoustic Edge - Hissing, Poping, Crackling

    Hello - i've had this sound card for several months now and been very annoyed by the Hissing/Popping/Crackling happening in all parts of windows. Games, CD Audio, mp3's, doesn't matter. I've reinstalled windows (XP Pro) used the latest drivers, dloaded newest versions of Windows Media Player...