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    Moving from an Athlon II X2 to an I3-2100

    Hey guys - I have a general purpose machine that has served me well (specs below) for the past couple of years. I've since managed to piece together all the parts I need for a new build (specs further down). What differences can I expect moving from the Athlon II X2 to the I3-2100? Also upped...
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    Refurb B&N Nook Color for $129; add Nook Simple Touch for $20 more

    Searched and nothing came up: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exclusive-Color-NOOK-deal-add-Simple-Touch-20-/170810354383
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    Anyone see Crono lately?

    I don't usually venture out at ATOT, but I thought I'd ask since he hangs around here. I bought some stuff off of him more than a couple of weeks ago, and I haven't heard from him since. Anyone see him around or have any news on him? Not particularly worried that he's a scam, more worried about...
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    Inexpensive ATX HTPC Case Recommendations

    Looking for recs on the subject. Silverstone's nice, but it's a little out of budget at this time. Anything decent out there?
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    CPU/Mobo compatibility

    Probably a dumb question, but just wanted to make sure (better safe than sorry, I guess) - are these parts compatible? Can I use this CPU - AMD Athlon 64 X2 4000+ http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103774 ...on this board? ABIT AN8 SLI...
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    Dual monitors - onboard or dedicated?

    I'm currently using a 7800GT OC which has dual DVI ports on a mobo (GA-MA78LM-S2) that has DVI/VGA ports with the ATI Radeon 3000 chipset. If all I'm concerned about is the ability to use dual monitors (2xDell E207WFP, 1680x1050), would I see any difference using either option? I'd like to take...
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    Dead power supplies

    I have a couple of dead generic power supplies just taking up space in my closet. Any advice on what to do with them (or how I can get rid of them)? I don't think I should just be placing them in my recycling bin... Thoughts? Suggestions? Thanks!
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    Finish my first build!

    Hi all - My rig is several years old, and it's starting to show its age. (P4 2.66GHz/2GB DDR400/NVIDIA 4200 AGP) It's mainly used for surfing, e-mail, occasional YouTube & slideshow creation/encoding. Now I doubt I'd be able to reuse any of the existing parts, so I've been picking up pieces...
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    Tomato-flashed WRT54GL or Powerline?

    My Tomato-flashed WRT54GL & cable modem are located in the first floor. I would like to hook up several computers in the second floor and would rather not use several wireless adapters. Would I be better off getting another Tomato-compatible router (WDS mode) or should I try a Powerline kit...
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    Linux: How to find out what type of RAM is installed?

    I just got a Linux system with Hardy Heron installed. How can I find out what type of RAM I need without opening the box so I can upgrade? I know it has 512mb right now, but I'm not sure how many sockets and what the max is... Feel free to move to another forum if I'm at the wrong place - not...
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    Question/s About Upgrading Laptop

    Hi folks! I have a NEC Versa LX and I was just wondering if I could upgrade the memory/hard drive past its specs. Right now it has 196MB RAM and a 6GB HD. Can I make it go past 256MB RAM and 10GB HD? Also can I replace the CD-ROM Drive with a DVD-ROM Drive? If so, do I need to get a specific...