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    Switching motherboard and CPU, will WinXP still work

    I'm planning on upgrading to an AMD 64 3200+ S754 CPU and Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR motherboard. At the same time I wish to install Mepis Linux to create a dual boot system. What steps need to be done ahead of time in order to make this switch as painless as possible? I know if you switch mobos...
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    artic silver ceramique

    I have a question about Artic Silver Ceramique that I have yet to read about here on the forums. How long of a shelf life does this have? I bought a small tube of it in the end of December 2002 and last used it last November for a build. The temps I'm getting are 34-37 idle and 40-55 load using...
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    AMD Clawhammer 3200+ or 3200+ (754)

    I decided to finally go the AMD64 route after using Socket A for a long time. I'm going to get a Socket 754 right now instead of 939 and I happen to have a friend that has an AMD64 3200+ s754 for sale at $140. He also has a Clawhammer 3200+ he's offering but for $25 more. I know that the...
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    Swapping CPU

    Thinking about swapping out an AMD 1700+ for a 2600+ M on my secondary PC. Just wondering if WinXP will still boot up or will I have to use the repair feature on WinXP CD? I have found articles on swapping out the motherboard, but I'm sure since it's a major change WinXP will not allow it...
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    PC build for friend

    Built a PC for a friend at work and now he is saying that it will not accept the drivers for his ATI 9000 video card. I tested it using a GF4 MX440 card and everything went well while I was using it. Also, when he has two windows open he getting a virtual RAM warning, plus IE6 will not open for...
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    New Belkin 802.11g router

    I got in on the Sears clearance of the Belkin 802.11g Wireless DSL/Cable Gateway Router since my old wired router was giving me connection problems. This is my set-up: Compaq laptop with a Compaq HNW100 PC card 802.11b Ever since I got the new router I have been unable to connect to the...
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    Cannot renewal IP address

    Having a problem with my PC losing my Internet connection lately. This all started in April of this year when I would lose the connection for a few minutes and then it would come back by itself. Later I would lose it completely and I would have to unplug the power to reset the router, this would...
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    Losing cable connection, seems like it's not renewing IP address

    This just started happening lately and it's really becoming annoying. My PC keeps losing the cable connection and it seems because it's not renewing the IP address. The only way I can get the connection back is to unhook the cable modem and power to the router then just wait about 30 seconds and...
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    Antec LANBOY $60 after MIR and FREE Shipping @ CUSA

    CompUSA has the original Antec LANBOY for $60 after a $20 rebate. Use the free shipping code, which can be found @ chubby billfold, and save even more. Antec LANBOY If you have a FatCash account get an additional 2.2% back
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    AMD retail 2500+ @ newegg $83

    Looks like the retail version has dropped too in order to match the OEM version price decrease. AMD 2500+ retail @ accupc $80 AMD 2500+ retail @ ZZF $81 AMD 2500+ retail @ newegg $83
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    Seagate HDD will not install OS

    Just finished building a PC with all new parts: Shuttle AN35N Ultra mobo AMD 2500+ CPU 2 x PC2700 RAM Toshiba DVD Optorite 4x +/- DVD Drive CoolerMaster Aero 7+ HSF Round Dual device cables Generic Aluminum case I'm trying to install Windows XP Pro and it just will not install the OS. I tried...
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    Antec SLK3700 AMB $65 @ newegg w/free shipping

    Antec SLK3700 AMB $65 at newegg.com for only $65 with FREE shipping. This price is good until Dec. 24, 2003. This case is built like a tank because it's steel and not aluminum. Case Type: Mid-Tower Color: Metallic bronze Material: Steel Drive Bays: 4x5.25'',7x3.5'' Expansion Slots: 7 Front...
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    Antec SLK 3700AMB Case @ newegg $65 w/ FREE shipping. One day sale til 10/21.

    Newegg is running a one day sale with some nice items, but what I really liked was the Antec SLK 3700AMB case for $65 with free shipping. Comes w/ANTEC SMART POWER 350W P4/AMD POWER SUPPLY ATX12V One day sale, Ends at 10/21 1 PM PST Antec SLK3700AMB
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    another defective Dell 1901FP?

    Just received my new exchanged Dell 1901FP from them and now this. I thought everything was ok when i got it but now that I have been able to use it more I have noticed that it has what seems to be rolling stuck pixels. When I open some web pages there seems to be stuck pixel(s) on that page...
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    Linux and an Internet connection -- Help please!

    I'm a complete n00b when it comes to Linux but I had to give it a try because I wanted to give a new OS a try and what better than Linux. I had a avery hard time installing Mandrake 9.1 so I just gave up on it and installed Mandrake 9.2 rc instead. Everything looks great and I'm eager to learn...
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    Need some help on this new PC build

    This is my set-up: AMD 1700+ T'bred Soltek SL-75MRN-L mobo TT Smart Fan II SK-7 HS Maxtor 80GB (2MB) Antec 3700 AMB w/350PSU Toshiba 16x DVD NEC 1100AD DVD Drive Verbatim CDRW Dell 1800FP LCD I was going to post this in the operating systems forum but I think this is now a hardware problem. I...
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    antec Lanboy @ newegg $84 with free shipping now

    Finally with free shipping, and a good price too! $84 gets you the Antec Lanboy aluminum case with side window. No rebate to deal with and maybe even a PM at Staples? Antec Lanboy
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    Thermaltake Silent Boost HSF $26.99 @ SVC

    New product by Thermaltake that will satisfy the PC builder that needs a silent HSF in their system. Thermaltake Silent Boost There is an article at OC Cafe here. Quote from the article: Conclusion: So, does anyone else sense a battle brewing between Thermaltake and Zalman? I was impressed...
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    AMD build -- will Kingston HyperX RAM really increase performance?

    I'm building a AMD PC with a 1700+ DUTC3 T'bred "B" processor and a Soltek mobo. To cool the PC I'll be using a Thermalright SK-7 with a Thermaltake Smart Fan II. This week BB has the Kingston HyperX PC3500 RAM on sale for $49 after MIR and I'm wondering is it worth the cost in order to get two...
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    Maxtor 30GB not working

    I have a friend that bought a brand new Maxtor 30GB HDD and he says it does not work and is not recognized by his PC. I took the dirve home and installed it in a Dell PC that I have and when I installed it the drive just kept making these beeping noises. Could someone please tell me if this is a...
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    SK-7 install - help a newbie

    About to install a SK-7 heatsink and noticed when I peeled away the protective film off the bottom of the heatsink it left the sticky material on it. Do I need to clean that material off before I put it on the processor? If so what do I use to clean that stuff off? BTW I'm using Ceramqiue...
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    Lian Li PC-50 Silver Aluminum Mini Tower ATX $89

    Found at allstarshop seems like a good deal for this brand. Comes with FREE shipping right now and these features: -100% aluminum construction including the faceplate -Features 2 USB ports in the front -Compact size! Lian Li PC-50 Silver Aluminum Mini Tower ATX Reseller rating
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    Thermalright SK-7 heatsink and Thermaltake Smart Fan II for $27.90 with free Artic Alumina

    I missed out on the deal at SVC for the Thermalright SK-7 for $16.99 after the coupon code so I started looking for another retailer for a good price. This is what I found.... Sidewinder Computers has the Thermalright SK-7 for $17.95 but this is the good thing about it. You can add a...
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    HP DVD+R for ~$100.22 with OM Gift Card and MSN Dollars

    For those that were not able to get in on the Cendyne 4x DVD+R because of regional ads or because they are OOS here's another deal on a 4x DVD+R drive. OM has the H-P 4x DVD+R for $249.98 with a mail-in rebate for an OM $60 Gift Card until May 31. MSN dollars promotion is back! Promotion runs...
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    DVD+RW Install - running out of IDE Slots

    Trying to install a Verbatim DVD+RW burner I bought recently, but I cannot get my PC to recognize that it's installed. I have IDE 1 with my Maxtor 40GB HDD as a master and nothing else on it. IDE 2 has my Lite-On DVD-ROM as master and Lite-On 32x12x40 CDRW as slave. The mother board is an ABIT...
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    Aluminum cases with free selected PS and free FedEx ground shipping **Updated** cheaper with $5 off $50 coupon

    Dealsonic has selected aluminum cases with free selected power supply and free FedEx ground shipping. Aluminum cases @ Dealsonic Hotter with $5 off $ 50 coupon which expires 4/13/03 Search FW or XP bargains for code.
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    Cornea MP704 17" LCD Monitor for $299.99 AR of $90

    Outpost.com has the after a $90 rebate. The rebate is a Cornea rebate handled by rebateshq.com the same company that Staples uses. Some specs: Size Type: 17.0" (43.18cm) Display Area (HxV): 13.30" x 10.64" (337.92mm x 270.33mm) Pixel Pitch: 0.264mm x 0.264mm Recommended Resolution: 1280 x...
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    Sandisk CompactFlash PC Card Adapter $9.99 great for transferring data to laptop quickly

    The PC Card Adapter turns a CompactFlash card into a PC Card, plug and play compatible with any device equipped with a PC Card slot. This would be great for transferring digital pictures from camera to laptop for only $9.99 do store pick-up and avoid shipping charges. Sears Item #05737745000...
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    Sceptre X7sv Naga 16:9 17" LCD TV for $564.99 with $2.49 shipping

    uBid Superstore has the Some specs: Brightness: 400 nit Contrast Ratio: 500:1 Response Time: 15 ms ®, 10ms (F) DVI Input Link to 16:9 LCD
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    Dell 1800 FP Dead sub-pixels

    I just ran the test for my new LCD(Dell 1800FP from hot deals), and it seems I have 2 dead sub-pixels. They show up as a blue and a green dot when testing against a black background, and according to the test results that means that those two are locked in "on" position. Is that common with LCD...
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    Gateway USB Optical mouse $10.00 plus FREE Shipping

    This is a Gateway branded Logitech USB optical mouse for $10.00, plus they have free shipping for a limited time using code: NOSHIPA Gateway USB optical mouse
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    Western Digital 180GB HDD $159.99 AR / Buslink 48X CDRW $19.99 AR @ CompUSA

    Starting at COMPUSA Sunday Jan. 26 through Saturday Feb. 1, 2003 Western Digital Hard Drive Model# WD1800BBRTL (2 MB Buffer) for $159.99 after rebates. PM to another store for a lower price. Buslink 40X12X48 CDRW Model# RW4048 for $19.99 after rebate. Looks like a Lite-On because it has the...
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    ABIT IT7 MAX v2.0 **refurb**

    There is a general topic covering all ABIT refurbs at newegg.com, but I wanted to let everyone know that is interested that they now have the ABIT IT7 Max version 2.0 for $127.50 with free shipping. It's a refurb but at the price not bad at all. BTW I purchased an ABIT IT7 Max refurb about 2...
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    Can I recover data?? ***Help Please***

    I was reinstalling WinXp on my PC which has a Maxtor 40GB HDD installed as a master and an old Maxtor 13.3GB HDD as a slave. Was going to transfer data from the old drive to the new drive using drag and drop method, but somehow the slave drive now shows it has nothing but raw data and asks if I...
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    ViewSonic VX900 19" LCD for $656.50 after MIR and coupon **$110 price drop!!**

    If you were unable to get in on the Dell LCD deal then this might be of use to you. The 15% coupon is good until December 21, rebate expires on Jan. 4, 2003 Offce Depot has the ViewSonic VX900 19" LCD with built in speakers for $889.99 - 15% OD Coupon - $100 MIR = $656.50 + tax with free...
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    Too late to partition after WinXp install???

    I just installed WinXP Pro on my new PC build, the HDD only has the OS on it at this time. I did not partition the drive, but now I have decided that I do and want a partition just for my OS and use the rest for files and etc. Is it still possible to partition or do I need to uninstall WinXP and...
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    Brand new PC build, Windows XP Pro won't boot

    I just built a new PC using an Abit IT7 mother board, P4 1.8A, 512MB Kingston DDR RAM, Maxtor 40GB 7200 HDD. I have the Win XP Pro version that I bought through the hot deals on AT for around $50 so it is the legal version. When I try to boot it looks like it willl install the OS and asks if I...
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    Aspire (Antec, Chieftec) Aluminum Case $85 after $15 MIR

    For those of us that have a local Fry's store they have the Aspire TurboServer Silver Aluminum 420W Case for $85 after a $15 MIR. These are exactly like the Antec 1040 and the Cheiftec Turboserver cases. This price is only available in B&M online it's $139.99 - $15 MIR. This not the steel...
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    350w P/S Enough?

    Building a PC for the first time and I will have these componets installed. Intel 1.8A Processor Abit IT7 Motherboard Buslink 16x DVD Verbatim 40x CDRW Cendyne 32x CDRW Maxtor 40GB 7200 Hardrive x2 Maxtor 80GB 7200 Hardrive Gainward GeForce 4 64MBDDR Video Card Will a P/S with a rating of 350w...
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    Netgear Wireless Networking Kit (MR314 & MA401) $99.95 AR / Coupon

    Get the Netgear MR314 wireless router plus the Netgear MA401 wireless PC card for $99.95 after MIR @ buy.com This is a price mistake of the day deal so hurry before they are all gone. Most likely they will bring it back at a later date after these are sold out just like the last time they had...