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    Good reason to cheap Ryzen build?

    Is this worth doing? Will I see any real world performance improvement? It looks like I can do this for right around $500 or should i just be happy with my current setup and save for a VEGA/Ryzen7 system upgrade? CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor (overclocking it ) $230 ish...
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    Upgrading current rig

    Im thinking that I want to upgrade my current pc. It is a great running rig, but.... It really pumps out the heat. My office is small and has poor ventilation. All of my temps are in the normal operating range, and I am not overclocking. I have a 2nd pc with an i5 3750 and it is a much...
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    Distro help for steam gaming

    Here is what Im contemplating…. I really want to commit to linux. I’ve a little experience in using it, but am no way in any means proficient with it. One of these 2 pc’s is gonna get a R9-290 upgrade to the graphics and a linux distro. I currently have 2 pc’s that I use on a regular basis...
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    Monitor recommendation

    Im seeing a lot of monitors that list for less than 200. But what do I pick? Primary use is internet use, gaming, general pc use, movies. What is the best bang for the buck monitor? Im building a new pc using the following and a few carry overs from my old pc. 11-129-066 CASE...
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    Hope this doesnt blow chunks

    Can anyone give me words of wisdom on build? Any thing to watch out for? Do I have to download any firmware updates/driver updates etc? Well last night after a few beers, I got a wild hair and went and ordered parts for a new pc build. So did I OK for being a little tweaked? 1...
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    For the Golfers

    Some very nice deals here. I just ordered the Killer Bee Yellow Hornet Driver Bundle and with the FFM08 discount got it for 62.99 Golfsmith Friends and Family Sale
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    Does this case exist?

    Im curious if there is a pc case that is inspired by an imac that i can mount a lcd on? I would like a case that 1. sits sideways on the desktop 2. has a mount on it for a 20" widescreen lcd 3. has room under it (on legs) so that the keyboard can be pushed back under it. 4...
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    GIGABYTE GA-P35-S3L

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...p?item=N82E16813128057 Has anyone had any experience yet with this board yet? The price sure looks tempting.
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    C2D, P965, Linux & Gaming (WoW BC)

    Ok Im considering trying to build a P965 based c2d. But instead of Microsoft I would like to try to run linux. (probably Ubuntu) I dont want to dual boot because then it would defeat the purpose of moving away from my dependence on MS based software. My only downfall is my addiction to...
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    2GB (2 x 1GB) PQI DDR2 667 (PC5400) mem model pqi25400-2gdb

    Im looking to replace my current motherboard / cpu but want to re use my current memory I have 2 gigs ( 2GB (2 x 1GB) PQI DDR2 667 (PC5400) mem model pqi25400-2gdb ) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820141211 Can anyone recommend a P965 / 650 / 680 / 975 / motherboard...
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    Current setup - what can I keep?

    I want to upgrade my system to a C2D (e6300 or 4300) Im hoping to do a mild overclock also considering getting an 1950Pro video card. Here is my current setup. What can I keep using? Im hoping that I can keep my memory and find a board that can use it. Ive heard rumors that the C2D...
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    What can I expect??

    Looking to try out an Intel 805d overclocking build but like most I dont have a lot of cash laying around to do this with. What kind of oc performance (if any) can I expect? Im going to reuse some other parts I currently have. LianLi case, harddrives, lightspeed dvd-r, Looking to...
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    Chaintech VNF4 - performance / power supply

    What power supply are you using with this board? Are you using a 20 pin w/o an adapter? a 20 pin w/ adapter?, or a 24 pin .
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    Help me finish out the system

    OK What motherboard should I purchase? I am waiting on Newegg to repair / replace my Epox 8rda+ board. But am realizing that I almost have enough stuff to builld another system. I want to keep the price down but am intrigued of those who are o/c there bartons to 3200 Have sitting in front of...
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    Diamond Rio 300 (refurb) 19.99

    Warm to Hot? www.mypc21.com has refurbished Diamond Rio 300's for 19.99 The company doesnt have a glowing reseller rating but I ordered two of these to give to my two young teenage sons.
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    Ti 200 or 8500 OEM/LE ? that is the question.

    Getting ready to build 3 systems. 2 will be built on Gigabyte GA-7VTXE KT266A or Shuttle AK31A boards and the 3rd will be on a Soyo Dragon+. The Soyo will be an XP1700 Athlon and the other two, one will be a XP1900, other a XP1700. Usage will be primarily internet surfing and gaming. I...