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    2400MHz or 3300MHz Speed a Factor or not?

    Recently I was told by a tech that the difference is hardly noticeable between the above. I'm looking at the following memory. Vengeance® LPX 8GB (2x4GB) DDR4 DRAM 2400MHz C14 Memory Kit I was thinking of waiting for the 3300MHZ when asked why. Bob
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    Thunderbolt-M.2-SATAExpress What is and is'nt

    I'm looking for speed! Cost is not a factor when wanting to get to the real facts. Generally I use a Raid0 and SSd's. I also use Seagate 6T drives for storage and backups. What is on the way out and what is the fastest? How do they compare? Bob
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    Rampage V Extreme

    I have 1 Raid0 on ports 2&3. I have two WD Blacks 1T each on ports 5&6. The WD's do not show up in the Intel Raid setup. Also concerning is the WD's that are connected to 5&6 show up in the Storage con fig, BIOS, as being on ports 7&8 even thou they are connected to 5&6. This is how they...
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    P8z77-V Deluxe (UpDate CPU)

    Should I update my Chipset with "Win8 32bit & Win8 64bit.(WHQL)" I know I have to update my bios for sure. Just built this week. I also see an update for the Firmware, Wireless & SATA. My first build in years and lost for words. Help!. Bob
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    Asus P8Z77-V Deluxe (Best way to use Drives)

    Not sure how to use the to cache ports. How exactly do they work. Can I select programs I want to cache? Also I want to load my operating system, windows 8 and all program such as Office and more, onto a "0" Raid. Here is my plane: 1. "0" Raid 2-OCZ 120gb each (Operating system and all...
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    Asus G75VW Hardware Calibrate

    Is there a device that can hardware calibrate the Asus G75vw. If so what is the name. Bob
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    P8z77-V Deluxe On way. What to Watch out For?

    Now that I'm going to Start the build what are the potential issues you might have experienced with this board? (1) CORSAIR HX Series HX850 850W ATX12V 2.3 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC (1) ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA...
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    Asus G75VW 32g memory

    Ever place offers 16g memory or less. Asus site list it at up to 32g memory. I need 32g of memory & 1t drive plus the SSD(Drive). Anyone know who has it. I hear it has room for 2 sticks. But I would rather not trash the installed memory of a 16g system to get my 32g memory. I might mention...
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    Considering a Asus G75vw but...

    The Asus has a few things that I like USB3 (Big item), 32g memory, Monitor 17+ inches, thunderbolt for the future, large hard drive, ssd, Windows 8 and Asus. What I don't like about it: No select screen (but I can live with it) If I wanted a larger screen that would give me the window...
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    Asus P8z77-V Deluxe

    I already have a case . I'm uncertain about the size of the power supply. Hopefully I have not left anything out, and I could use some help as to whether all the things should work together. I process large volumes of data and do video processing & Web Design. (1) Power Supply ??? (1) ASUS...
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    Want to be sure

    I'm looking to buy an ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE. I found this on NewEgg. The LGA after the Deluxe makes be worried. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...p8z77+v+deluxe ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard Am I right in thinking it's 2...
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    The right memory

    I saw on a different forum a request for a regimentation for memory and he got shot down in flames. I want to try the same thing and see if I can get a pro response or the red baron. I also asked the same question on a well respected Magazine forum and my topic was deleted. On a Asus P8Z77-V...
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    WinTask (Equivilent)

    Open Groups of programs as a profile. In other words have several groups that open up select programs. At the same time close the last selection, saving memory. WinTask used to work well for uys. It no longer is available for Windows 7. That might be because Windows 7 can do it it's self...
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    RAR

    I'm putting together a very demanding WinRar file. Where would be a good forum to get this help. I do love AnandTech but sometimes no one has all the answers. Bob
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    Is it a Toshiba or Hitachi

    About 7 to 12 years ago I bought a computer that was very small. The screen size was about Tablet size. It was very powerful. I used it for vacationing. Did a lot with mapping (MapInfo & Delorme xMap. It was a bit of an over kill but it was my only toy. It was recently stolen and I have to...
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    Computer shuts down

    I'm using Windows 7. If left alone it shuts down after an hour. I forgot where to change this setting. Bob
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    Disk Cache

    I haven't done this in quite awhile and can't seem to remember where the setting are. When you load a program and the memory gets low, it will use the cache on the hard drive. Where can I set this amount to specify how much of a cache is set? I am using Windows XP Pro. While I am asking, I...
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    Similar to a Sticky...

    I love the idea of the "Sticky Post" on a Forum. It keeps the messages at the top. Is there any way to do this with Files and Folders? Right now I use a character to control the situation such as the "@" this helps keep the folder or file right at the top. I was wondering if there is a way...
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    "B" Drive - Change Drive Letter to "R"

    I never use the "B" drive so would like to change it to a different letter. How$ I'm using both XP-pack3 and Windows7. Thanks Bob
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    ULTRA Plague

    We have 4 power supplies here in the office that are all made by "Ultra Products." I have 4 power supplies here that are all bad and have failed and crashed my computers. The reason behind purchasing these power supplies is the wonderful "lifetime warranty"...but I guess not in my lifetime. I...
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    HP Pavilion dv9627cl Laptop

    I have a HP Pavilion dv9627cl Laptop. i just updated to Windows 7 Professional. I am having a hard time with some of the drivers. HP's site couldn't offer me any driver support for windows 7 which really surprised me. does anyone know where i can go to find the drivers I need for my laptop...
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    Not Sure What Gives

    A program that was written in Delphia that I have used with no issues for about 8 plus years has just stopped. Like an engine of a car that wore out. when I click on the executable I get this error message. AppName: correction.exe AppVer: 0.0.0.0 ModName: kernel32.dll ModVer: 5.1.2600.5781...
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    Post and Boot Problems

    I have an Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe. With no reason behind it, the compute will not post or move past the "Boot Splash Screen." If I clear the CMOS I can get the computer to post. Then it prompts me to fix my CMOS settings, which I did. After I fix the CMOS and reset my Proper Boot Drive, the...
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    Roxio - Virus??

    One of the oldest problematic programs "something" CD Creator or something that Roxio used in the past...once that program sinks its hooks into your computer you either rebuild your entire system to get rid of it or buy another computer. That is why we have a standing policy that anyone that...
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    Power On Problem

    We have a computer that does not like to Power On. When we hit the power button the computer will run for about 5 seconds and then turn off. Then I have to unplug the power for 5 sec., plug it back in, try again. I usually have to do this about 10-15 times before it will stay running. I don't...
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    GPS Standard

    There seems to be a loose standard when it comes to GPS and Mobile Phones. My problem is with Sprint and the Palm Pre. I purchased the new Palm Pre and was told that it had GPS. It does not and can not. It accumulates data off Sprint's Tower. The position it provides is very loose. It has...
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    Address bar disappeared

    We use the address bar on the task bar (right click on the taskbar - toolbars - address bar). With no reasoning, the address bar has disappeared. It is listed there but when I click on it, it's not selected (no check mark) or deselected for that matter. One other thing that also coincided...
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    Losing Registry Settings

    I am running XP Pro SP2. When I make a change to the Registry and then reboot the computer, I lose the changes I just made. They just disappear. Is it possible that the Registry is reverting to a backup somehow? Is there a setting somewhere for this? Any help would be greatly appreciated...
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    Mouse freezes

    One of our computers is having some very strange issues. The mouse constantly freezes up on it. We have checked everything possible. It is practically a brand new system. There is a new motherboard (Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe). The memory, CPU and video cards have all been tested on their own and...
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    Mointor Blank in Windows (Sorry)

    Could not find a way to respond with the cure in Message "Mointor Blank in Windows" Video Cards and graphics The problem? Would you belive a memory stick. Jack Bauer would have figured that one in a second. Bob Thanks for the help.
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    Mointor Blank in Windows

    I have no display on my Windows xp Pro64. I have a Dell 30 inch and a 24 inch set up as a dual monitor. The only way I can see a display is to flash the cmos than go into cmos. Here I see a dispaly. When I exit and try to load windows I have no display. I than flash the cmos and can now...
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    Admin Account

    I added a new account to my administrator account. Now it doesn't show up on the login window. Why don't I see it? I also added my name to it. I also checked something along the lines of not allowing anyone else access to my files. Now all my passwords and serial numbers and registrations...
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    Folder Limitations

    Not sure if this is the right place to post this but...As a rule of thumb is there a limitation on the number of files that can be in one folder? What about a size capacity? Just wondering... Thanks, Bob
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    Accessing Files

    I am running XP Pro on a Peer to Peer Network. When Computer A is accessing Computer B; is it possible to find out which files Computer A is accessing at any given time? Thanks in advance. Bob
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    Missing Start Menu

    When I click on the start menu, WINXP 2, the upper part comes up as a white blank screen. If I click off and click the Start Menu again it will display the upper part. Any clues? It is happing on 2 of 8 computers. Bob
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    Great ShortCut Key - Code

    About one or two years ago Maximum PC or Smart Computer, only books I subscribe to, had an artical abot a short cut. System crasher, rebuiling and now I can't find artical. It went some thing like this. In Registeer you would create a name with the...
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    Trying to find the Speed

    I have just spent the most agonizing hour of my life trying to get an answer to this. In a perfect world generally how long would it take to transfer 1GB of data over a network. We have a linksys SRW2024 which is a Gigabit Switch and all computers have the proper gigabit cards. Just a general...
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    Monitor Not Showin

    I have a D865PERLX with the i865PE chipset. At first we were having problems with the USB. Then we were not able to get any video. In the past we had this problem and we changed the battery on the MB and it solved the problem. We have changed the battery and are still not getting any video...
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    D865PERLX

    I have a D865PERLX with the i865PE chipset. At first we were having problems with the USB. Then we were not able to get any video. In the past we had this problem and we changed the battery on the MB and it solved the problem. We have changed the battery and are still not getting any video...
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    Pop Up Windows on Startup

    We working on a computer using XP Pro. When we startup windows we are getting two popup screens that we can not seem to find out where they are coming from. One of them is opening a My Documents window and the other is a window that says Update in the title bar and within that window is...