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  1. DJ-phYre

    Will Freesync work through HDMI switch?

    I am down to a single area where my PC and game consoles are accessed. I would prefer to splurge on a decent sized monitor and have a single screen that can be used for all. My main limitation is obviously going to be inputs. I tried searching around, but I could not find a clear definitive...
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    Looking for solution to stream live video to ~30 PCs simultaneously

    I am helping out an old family friend setup something in his classroom for streaming live video to ~30 classrooms. I would think this could easily be done and not cost too much. Assuming he has a server running Ubuntu, what type of software is out there to accomplish this task? What about...
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    Bought a 240GB SSD to replace my 2x128GB RAID0... how to clone?

    Title says it. Moving from from 2x128GB RAID0 to single SSD -- This is the only hardware changing, so I would think it would be easy to clone/copy the RAID0 to the new drive. Question is -- what the easiest and cheapest (er... Free?) way to make this happen? EDIT: The RAID0 is a software RAID
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    Thinking of moving from 2x128GB to a single 256GB SSD

    I had a single 128GB M4 SSD for a couple years before I decided to get back into gaming. When I reconfigured my build, I opted to go for adding a second 128GB M4 instead of purchasing a single, larger drive. Well I recently purchased a Lenovo TS140 Server and now I do not have to run my...
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    Got a 7970 3GB Ghz Ed, should I buy another 7970/7950 or wait for 280x

    I've been wanting to get back into PC gaming for a while now and with the $220 AR deal on the 7970, I finally have a decent card again. The question now becomes if I should look for a good deal on a 7970/50 as they're phased out or go wait and get a 280x when a decent deal comes along. The...
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    2x6870 or single GPU?

    I recently build a new PC and was trying to get back into PC gaming and now it looks like I am ready to make the jump... I recently sold some items and have some extra cash and would like to upgrade my GPU (even though I've only had it for a few weeks). I have this card currently...
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    Need advice on what LGA 775 processor to choose (C2D/C2Q)

    So I recently scrapped my desktop running an E8400 and discrete for a ThinkPad X201, Core i5 520M, Intel HD graphics w/ Ultrabase and use this as a my main PC. Turns out even though I don't game heavily, I still want to have the option to play games every now and then... I want to have...
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    Making the jump from AT&T DSL to Comcast. Which modem to get?

    For two weeks around 5-6 PM, my internet slows to a crawl. Speedtest reports 0.5 up / 0.5 down. I've called customer service but they didn't see an issue. A quick google search found that others are having the same problem in other areas. It may be a result of my downloading. I hardly ever...
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    Looking to replace Antec Tri-Cool in P180 (ASUS P5Q Pro)

    It's time to replace the 3 120mm Tri-cools that came with my Antec P180. The front intake and top case fan have a slight rattle every now and then, but when you tap the fan grill it quits... rather annoying. My question is: What 120mm fans can I get and still have some speed control whether...
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    What is the best way to face the PSU fan in a P180?

    Either way you are looking at the same area but with the 120mm fan over the hdd cage blowing out.
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    What CPU cooler for E8400 and P5Q Pro?

    I purchased the last of my system build last night (the P5Q Pro motherboard), but I am eventually going to want to OC my E8400. I most likely am not going to overclock more than 3.0 -> 3.6GHz which is simply a bump to 400MHz bus. If I go anything higher than that it won't be for consistant...
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    Looking for a motherboard for my new system (also need CPU cooler)

    My system parts so far: Thermaltake W0106RU 700W PSU Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Wolfdale 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor OCZ SLI-Ready 2GB (2 x 1GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) EVGA GeForce 9600GT Superclocked 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI-E 2.0 Video Card Pioneer 20X DVD±R DVR-116DBK (IDE) Seagate...
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    Should I be able to go to 400MHz on a E8400

    Overclocking n00b, and I haven't even built my system just yet... I need to order a motherboard to make it complete. Right now I have a E8400 w/ 2GB OCZ DDR2-800. I think clocking the FSB of the E8400 from 333 to 400 should be easy, even at stock voltages to reach a ration of 1:1 with my...
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    Does Windows Vista 64bit still have software compat problems?

    Building a new PC and I am not sure which flavor of Vista I want. I would like to go 64bit if I could since it can support 4GB+ RAM. I have only ordered 2x1GB so far, but I would eventually get another 2 sticks probably. I was just wondering if 64bit is still causing headaches. I know that it...
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    Anyone have a Gigabyte GA-EP45-DS3L?

    Building a new Desktop (I have been using a laptop w/ dock for the last year)... I do not overclock and I don't do that much gaming, so basically I want a motherboard that I can depend on and have some nice features on top of that. I was suggested boards such as the ASUS P5Q, but I don't...
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    Motherboard recommendation for E8400 and non-SLI

    I am slowly building a new desktop with deals I find, but it has come down to where I need to pick a motherboard and a video card. I have a Antec P180B, C2D E8400, and TT 700W ToughPower PSU... I do not do much gaming at all, but I always get at least a decent video card in case there is...
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    SILVERSTONE OP650 (650W) PSU + Crucial Ballistix 2GB DDR2 - $150 AR

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...d=0&PageSize=10&page=1 First Combo... comes with a $30 MIR on the RAM... Seems like a good deal to start a system around. I would be getting a DS3L and a E6750 to compliment it...
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    Good mATX board for E8400 (No overclocking)

    I am in the process of gathering parts and things for my next build. I do not plan to overclock and I would like the board compatible with QuadCore should I ever decide to upgrade. I also wouldn't need any "premium" onboard features other than ethernet and audio.
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    Decided not to go 5000+; Help me figure out Proc/Mobo mATX

    I have been looking for a good deal, although I was hoping it was for a C2D setup... but I believe this might be my ticket for an upgrade http://www.newegg.com/Product/...d=0&PageSize=10&page=1 Second deal from the bottom... 5000+ and 2GB XMS2 DDR2 for $158 - $40 MIR (add it to cart to...
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    Monitor/PC will not come out of sleep mode

    My 6600GT finally bit the dust so I bought an ATI X1550 from Office Depot for a quick fix. I also picked up Vista while I was there. Well after 2 days of use I was fed up with it because whenever my monitor (Dell 2001FP) went into sleep mode, I couldn't get it out anyway other than pressing the...
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    Thinking about getting a MSI GeForce 8600 GTS

    I am in the market for a new video card. I don't do a lot of computer gaming, if any at all. I have had my 6600GT since they were released and now it is starting to show its age. I am looking at http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDe...oductCode=327724&prodlist=pricegrabber This would...
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    Want to turn my Shuttle SB83G5 into a HTPC

    I used it as a main desktop and I upgraded to a A64 X2 setup a while back... this has just been in a closet collecting dust... I parted out the parts so I need a new CPU/Vid Card/Memory for it... Can someone suggest a value CPU and RAM for just regular HTPC use? And also need a good video...
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    Can I run a X1900 XT on a 380-watt Antec TP 2.0?

    Computer is running AMD 3800+ X2 and 1GB DDR. Along with a 34GB Raptor and 200GB HDD. The PSU is the one that comes with the Antec Sonata case and it already includes a PCI-E Power connector. I have been running a 6600GT in it until now.
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    6600GT crapped out, need new video card (Prefer ATI)

    I want to go back to ATI because I had some issues with Nvidia drivers and video playback and TV out among other things. I was looking at a 1950Pro, but I would have to upgrade my PSU, which was more money than I am willing to spend. I have a Antec 380w True Power 2.0 PSU and I want a...
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    OK, decided to get Vista Home Premium 32-bit

    I decided to get the Home Premium, even though I usually go for the "top" feature-rich version of the Operating System, but the price has really persuaded me this time. Is there anywhere on the web selling legit OEM copies yet, or at least taking preorders? Is there going to be an upgrade...
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    Buying a X1950 Pro, but which one?

    Looking to spend < $200 http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi...iption=X1950PRO&Submit=ENE&N=0&Ntk=all I was thinking about the HIS one... I really don't know anything about these brands... I have only ever used EVGA and MSI
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    I have a weird LAN connect for "Local Area Network 2"

    I only have 1 NIC in my PC, which is integrated Gigabit. But for some reason after I formatted my computer I see Local Area Connection 2. It is called Microsoft TV/Video. The IP is like 0.0.1.4 and it will not let me uninstall or disable it. What gives?
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    Windows Media Player Problem...

    When I am looking at a video, and I move the Seek bar, sometimes the video gets to where it is going in fast motion. This happens if I move the seek bar more than once, and if I only move it once it is fine. Someone told me it is either my computer or my video card that can not keep up with the...