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    Help w/ Dead System

    PSU has now been ruled out. As I doubt all 4 DIMMs or RAM have gone bad, those are ruled out, too. So, I figure GPU, CPU or MB. I've really gotta lean towards the MB at this point based on the symptoms. Please feel free to point something out I'm missing. Thanks.
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    Help w/ Dead System

    This is the unit Jonny Guru cracked open, so even if it were less than 3 years old, it'd still be void. I appreciate the thought. I'm hoping to see if another buddy has a PSU I can use for testing.
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    Help w/ Dead System

    Okay, so I've now tried pulling the CMOS battery and flushing the caps to ensure no charge was left. The result was no change. I also tried a buddy's old PSUs but it doesn't have enough juice as the CPU fan never gets going and the GPU lights up CTF immediately.
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    Help w/ Dead System

    So unfortunately, I haven't been able to play with this yet, but I did borrow another PSU from a friend to try. It's the latter. I don't even post. My first thought was motherboard, but I'm going to give the PSU a shot hopefully tonight. I'd hate for it to be the MB as replacing that right...
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    Help w/ Dead System

    Yep, 3.2 rock solid since OCT 2007 on air.
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    Help w/ Dead System

    It's a PC P&C Silencer 750 that's been rock solid since Oct. 2007. It's actually the unit Jonny Guru used for his review: http://www.jonnyguru.com/modules.php?name=NDReviews&op=Story&reid=63 I don't think it's the PSU as all the lights/fans appear to be getting power for that second before it...
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    Help w/ Dead System

    With all my other expenses, I really don't need this right now, but I guess that's the way life goes. One minute computer was up, browsing the internet. I walk away turn off the monitor, and come back maybe 30 minutes later. I turn on the monitor and get a picture like normal, but my keyboard...
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    Upgrade Challenge

    Okay, I appreciate the input, but I'm really looking for some builds. If you can't beat the current machine given the budget, please don't point out it's awesome, and I don't need a new machine. I realize I don't need a new machine. I simply want one. If it makes you feel better, pretend I...
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    Upgrade Challenge

    Well, like I said, I need a second machine. In this particular case, I'd be giving one machine to my wife for her use, and they'd both be used during the same times. Also, a few things I was thinking about: As I decided the first time around, I think quad core is the way to go. All I see...
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    Upgrade Challenge

    Okay, so I have a pretty sweet rig right now. I've got an 8800Ultra, single Raptor for boot and apps (a larger drive for storage), 4GB Crucial Ballistix DDR2 800, PC Power & Cooling Silencer750, and the beauty: a Q6600 @ 3.2. The trouble is I now find myself in need of a second machine. I...
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    Good stores for system builders

    Similarly, wouldn't it be nice if one could only add a retailer to the list if he/she had a positive experience with the vendor in the past?
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    OCing Boards du Jour?

    I guess I should add, I wouldn't be opposed to a board offering a Crossfire solution, but it's definitely not a requirement.
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    OCing Boards du Jour?

    Looking for a good LGA 775 OCing board or maybe some different boards at different price points. I'm pretty set on DDR2 right now given the great deals. I'm just looking for what's hot right now. I don't need SLI or Crossfire. I'm thinking PCIe 2.0. Any thoughts? TIA.
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    Mouse Problem

    I recently bought a G9 and love it. However, last night it got caught in this weird deal where no matter what way I moved it, the pointer would only move diagonally from the top right to the bottom left. I blew into the laser, and that seemed to take care of it, but I don't want to keep a bum...
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    Memory Ratios

    Okay, I have my Q6600 stable at 356. I'm using Ballistix 6400 which I can push further. With 2.2v I can run it at 445 (4:5) 4-4-4-12. With 1.8v I can run it at 356 (1:1) 4-4-4-12. I haven't tried to tighten either of these timings, but I know I can do either of these. Which would you...
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    AHCI or IDE?

    I have a Raptor, SpinPoint, and ASUS P5K Premium. Should I bother with AHCI? Thanks.
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    Memory Ratios

    You are absolutely correct, I did have two things combined that should not be. With regards to the ratio, you are saying that if I can push my RAM further than my CPU, I could see performance gains, correct? So, there's no reason to leave it at 1:1 if I can push my RAM further than my CPU.
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    Memory Ratios

    Okay, I keep hearing how everyone wants 1:1T, but with a quad and a x9 or x8 multiplier you're not gonna be getting very high FSB frequencies. Is it better to run 1:1T at the lower speed or some other ratio at a higher speed on the memory? Thanks.
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    Q6600 & RAID 0

    I've heard about some boards not being stable with this combination. Anyone have both running smooth? What kind of board do you have? Thanks.
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    Beginner Board?

    I understand the risks of RAID, and I also understand its arguably small performance gains. These drives will be for OS and apps only, no critical files will be stored on them and the 'storage' drive not in RAID will be backed up regularly. RAID support is a must. And while it might be...
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    Beginner Board?

    Okay, so what's the 'best' board. I realize this is subjective, but feel free to give me your opinions, but please include some reasoning.
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    Beginner Board?

    Okay, here are my initial thoughts. I'm thinking E6850, 3 SATA drives (2 in RAID0), firewire, 8800Ultra, and an old PCI tuner card I have. I'm leaning towards a Tuniq Tower or Big Typ VX (I realize Thermalright is tops, but the cost is a good bit higher and the lapping seems like a pain for a...
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    Low Latency Vs Micron

    RussianSensation, thanks for the metrics, that's exactly what I needed. I'll look for 6400. The G.Skill are highly touted because of their 1.8v, but I keep hearing just go Crucial. Any thoughts?
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    Low Latency Vs Micron

    Well, I'm actually thinking of going for some Crucial 8500, but I was just trying to figure out how to decide between these two as a great example. I suppose go Micron if you want to OC, but get the tighter timings if not. Sound right?
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    Low Latency Vs Micron

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16820231065 Vs http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16820231114 First time builder trying to figure out which of these would be better. I would appreciate an explanation so I could apply the logic in the future. Being recommended other...
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    GA-P35-DS3P Vs IP35 Pro Vs P5K Premium

    Surely there must be more people out there ready to share their problems with one of these boards or applaud their satisfaction.
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    GA-P35-DS3P Vs IP35 Pro Vs P5K Premium

    I do plan on using RAID. I don't plan on using wireless LAN (my system is plugged directly into the router). I'm thinking E6850, air cooled (any notes on HSF mounting issues appreciated). I realize there is a price jump up to the Premium, but it sounds like it's getting a warm welcome...
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    My Abit IP35 -Pro Bearlake Review

    Okay, how about RAM? Any conflicts? Thanks for all of your help, guys. I think you may have saved me some money on an Asus Premium.
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    Air Flow, but Room to Grow

    I'm not a big fan of the door. Any opinions about the Armor vs Antec 900?
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    My Abit IP35 -Pro Bearlake Review

    How's the support from Abit? I've heard complaints about the lack of BIOS updates, problem? What HSF have you successfully fitted?
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    Dominator?

    So, 6400 over 8500? Thanks again.
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    My Abit IP35 -Pro Bearlake Review

    Okay, so stupid question time. A cable modem doesn't get near the bandwidth of a gigabit, right? So, for internet, there's no difference?
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    P35?

    So, no double posting issues with the Abit Pro? Has anyone done any speed comparisons with regards to the LAN running on the PCI rather than a PCIe? What kind of difference is actually being seen?
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    My Abit IP35 -Pro Bearlake Review

    So, no double posting issues with the Pro? Has anyone done any speed comparisons with regards to the LAN running on the PCI rather than a PCIe? What kind of difference is actually being seen?
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    P35?

    Okay, is there a 680i that just makes more sense monetarily even if I have no intention of running SLI?
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    Air Flow, but Room to Grow

    Right now I'm looking for a case with good (quiet would also be nice) airflow out of the box (ie pre-installed fans), but one that would probably make it easy to set up WCing in the future if I decide to go that route. Right now, I'm thinking TT Armor, but I'm interested in opinions from those...
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    Dominator?

    I'm intending to buy and OC an E6850 and air cool. I'm concerned about the temps in the case, here specifically with regards to the RAM. The Dominator series has build in heatsinks. Do I need these? Is there another line with heatsinks that's a better value? Any specific recommendations for...
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    Stock E6850 or Something else OCed?

    Well, I'm not interested in x38 because of the DDR3. It's going to cost a good bit more to get the same performance as some of the DDR2 out there.
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    P35?

    So, it sounds like the P5K Deluxe is the way to go. I guess a little additional power consumption isn't the worst thing imaginable. Thanks to everyone who has replied so far. Any other opinions/thoughts?
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    P35?

    In looking at P35, all I see is a lot of complaints. I was hoping to find something that would be relatively simple for a first time OCer and that I could easily cool on air. Even though I have no intention of using SLi, would I be better of with a 680i? Any specific recommendations? No, I...