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  1. modestninja

    Fan Controller suggestion

    Can someone recommend a fan controller to me that meets these requirements: 1. Silver (Brushed Aluminum) or white. 2. Minimalist style. No LCD, and either no LEDs or an easy way to turn them off. 3. Won't melt down if only a few low powered fans are attached. The controller can be...
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    Windows home server

    I'm looking for something to handle backup up my computers, store/stream my music, video and pictures (I have an HTPC hooked up to my TV so it doesn't need to do the video processing) and a few other miscellaneous tasks like bittorent, print server and possibly allowing me remote access from...
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    Extension Cables for front panel connectors

    Does anyone know where I can get a hold of some extension cables for the front panel connectors on my case (power switch, reset switch, power LED, HDD LED, HD audio)? I found out last night while putting together my new build, that the connectors from the Silverstone FT02 won't reach the...
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    Heatsink Fan Questions

    Which fan(s) would people recommend for a Megehalem cooler on a i7 920 (I'm going for a what should be a moderate OC 3.6 - 4.0 GHz)? After doing some reading I'm considering the Scythe S-Flex (1600 or 1900 RPM version), Yate Loon Medium speed (1650 RPMs) or maybe even the Noiseblocker MF12-S2...
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    Gskill PI RAM and Mugen 2 cooler

    Does anyone know if there will be a clearance issue using this ram: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-335-_-Product With the Mugen 2 on a ASRock x58 Extreme? Thanks in advance!
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    Best Case under $150

    I'm looking to get a new case when I upgrade my current computer and am looking to keep my budget under $150 dollars. Here are some considerations: 1. Mid-tower or larger. 2. Be able to fit a 5870 and a large CPU heatsink (haven't decided whether I want the 5870 or 5850 for the new build...
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    MSI P965Neo-F

    Does anyone have any experience with the mobo? Things I'm looking for would be stability, OC ability and how well it works with OCZ pc2-6400 ram (platinum). The other two boards I'm considering at this point are the P5b and the DS3. Thanks.
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    Help with Power Supply <$100, Stable Power

    Hey, I've been looking to get a power supply for my new Core2Duo rig that may go *Crossfire* (I was using SLI to refer to two gpus generically) in the future, so I was looking for something with a decent amount of wattage. The other criteria would be $100 or less (a little flexible if I need...
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    New Video Card Woes

    Hey, I just picked up a refurbished x800xl from ATI as a shorterm upgrade from my 9700 on my aging computer. I have an Asus A7N8X - Deluxe revision 2 and when I install the new AGP card in the slot and hook up the molex connector, the red AGP LED goes on. And when I push the power button...
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    Warm? Linksys WRT54GL Router $25

    I read about these guys in the DT news and saw that they were selling these routers for $25 with their firmware already flashed on them. Assuming you can reflash to the old firmware link you can get this router for cheap. Anyway, just wanted to point this out to anyone looking to get a...
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    Quick Play app, is it possible to put on a notebook.

    I was looking at laptops and came across the Quick Play app for the HP DV1000 and thought it looked like a pretty cool option for watching a movie while travelling. My problem is that HP isn't my favorite company and I would rather not have the built in graphics of the DV1000. Anyway, I was...
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    Best Drivers for radeon 9700?

    I've been gone for a while and was wondering which driver is the best to be running. I know sometimes the lastest isn't the greatest with new drivers. Anyway, right now I think I'm running catalyst 3.7 from a while ago. I assume they've released better versions since then, but is the lastest...
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    30 pack Fuji CD-R for $1.99 AR at BB (TYs if you're lucky)

    I was in BB yesterday picking up a 50pack of Fuji TYs and next to the satck of 50packs was a huge stack of 30packs of made in Japan Fuji CD-rs for: $12.99 - $5IR - $6MIR = $1.99. Since the 30 pack Fujis are more likely to be TYs this seemed to be a pretty hot deal for those in need of good...
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    Best flash mp3 player under $100

    What is it? This would be mainly for listening to music while exercising and transporting the odd file. Is the iRock 800 series decent? How about the TDK Mojo X? Thanks for the help.
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    Is there a program that will do this?

    After moving a lot of files from my old computer to my new one via cd-rs, I noticed that all the filesand directories copied from the CD-r to my new computer were in capitals and spaces were replaced by underscores. Is there a little app that I can use to change all the characters back from...
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    What is the Best MP3 player?

    In terms of features. I don't care about the size (as long as it's not a brick), even the Neuros which was mentioned in the hot deals thread isn't too big for my tastes. Right now I'm leaning towards getting the Creative Zen. The other two players that I'm considering are the RDA Lyra and the...
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    Maxtor/OD rebates

    I posted this in the Hot Deals Section under how do I, but no one ever answered so here it is again: I just got the maxtor 80gig hard drive from the deal last week and I'm wondering if the UPC is a big sticker on the side of the box. I've really only dealt with Seagates and WD hard drives...
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    Where can I get thermally conductive Tape?

    I've tried Chomeric (or something like that) who say they will send a sample, but it has never arrived. Other than that, the only places I've seen with this kind of tape are distributors who make you buy a case of the stuff. Does anyone know where I can get some? The reason I want some is so...
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    Where can I find a heatsink installation guide?

    I'd like one for socket-A with pics as I'm installing an slk-700 this weekend (or maybe early evening. Anyway, thanks in advance.
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    Where can I get a 3pin to 4pin adapter for cheap?

    I need a couple of these for my case fans. Everywhere I look has them for cheap ($1-2), but them shipping is like $5-10. I don't like paying more for shipping than the items I'm getting so doesn anyone know a place that sells them that has cheap shipping or a B&M store in the Twin Cities...
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    Warm? SLK-700 and Ys-tech TMD fan for $29.50.

    I thought this was a pretty good deal and grabbed one for myself a few hours ago. Link By the way, the seller also has a resellerrating of 9.88 in the last 6 months and an overall score of 9.49. Also, shipping is flat rate $5.00 total for all items you order, so if there's anything else...
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    Processor hotter as you Raise FSB and lower mult.?

    I'm looking to improve the performance of my comp a little, but right now my Heat sink blows (which you know if you've read my post in the cooling forum). Anyway, I was wondering if I could raise my FSB and back off on the multiplier so that I end up pretty close to the rated speed of my 2700+...
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    Best Heat Sink and HSF for under $30.

    I've only got about a $30 budget to cool my processor down. I'm looking to replace the piece of s*** dynatron that came with my mobo and processor combo. I've got some ceramique sitting around, so basically I have $30 to spend on cooling. What is that best combination (for mild to moderate...
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    Mx500 or Intellimouse Explorer (5 button)

    Which one is the better mouse for gaming and general use? Or is there a better one that I can get for $30 or less.