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    Which: Samsung F4 2TB or WD Caviar Green 3TB for Storage?

    Should I just buy two F4 2TBs, one for use, one for backing up? How would I back them up properly? What are some common setups?
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    Which: Samsung F4 2TB or WD Caviar Green 3TB for Storage?

    I currently don't have any backup plans. I have never backed up a system, although I know I should. What are some good ideas? RAID 1? External HDD? Another HDD in the system but keep it "off"? Is there a way to turn on/off HDDs easily? Sorry about the confusion regarding performance. What I...
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    Which: Samsung F4 2TB or WD Caviar Green 3TB for Storage?

    Hi, I already got a Vertex 2 120GB for OS/Apps and now I need a HDD for storage. Which one is better, can someone list a comparison pros/cons? I realize the 3TB is slightly overpriced because it just came out, but please overlook that when giving comparisons, I want performance. Price does...
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    Mod Delete please, remade thread with poll.

    Sorry. thanks.
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    New goal: Build a performance PC with the quietest efficient parts I can get my hands on. New parts: CPU: i7-950 -CPU Cooler: Thermalright Silver Arrow with an extra 140mm fan Mobo: ASUS Rampage III Extreme Case: TJ10B-W -Case Fans: 5 x Noiseblocker M12-S2 OR M12-S3HS (My last question...
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    I did take a look! They look great, but I don't think I am going to move my new computer. It is going to stay safe in my basement/studio/computer room once I get everything running! Right now I am considering the TJ10 or FT02, but I am still leaning on TJ10. I've decided to scrap my build list...
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    At the very least, in addition to purchasing the main parts, I plan to buy Noiseblocker fans. I just have some quick questions regarding which model. http://www.noiseblocker.de/en/Multiframe120.php I see atleast two solutions: 1. 2 x M12-P 2000rpm PWM fans for CPU cooling, which are at 29dBA...
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    Wow, I am amazed by the insight you guys have to offer. I am very glad that I registered on this forum! :) I think TheStu's got a point about building my core rig before all the accessories, and s44 thanks for pointing out that everything now is HDMI. With the sound card I was going to get, I...
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    =/ Are you trying to say that my efforts are futile?
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    First of all, I want to thank everyone for their input and lightning fast replies! This is my first time building a PC without any help, so I am still somewhat inexperienced. After reading the responses, I came up with a few new thoughts! 1. I should start using quiet instead of silent, since...
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    Help balance silence with performance. Ultimate "Relatively Quiet" Gaming PC project!

    I am trying to build a PC that is high performance, yet as silent as it could be, without sacrificing cooling. (We definitely don't want anything melting!) Did I mention that it will all be air cooled? Basically I am trying to pick parts that have a good balance of performance and low noise...