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    LAN Reports 1.0Gbsp but Internet limited to 10Mbps

    LAN Reports 1.0Gbsp but Internet limited to 10Mbps even though I have 90Mbps internet. I have reinstalled my Ethernet drivers. The other devices hooked up to the router is getting 60-100Mbps on internet speed tests. Running - GA-Z97MX-Gaming 5 with Killer™ E2200 gaming networking Netgear R6700
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    Logitech Z-5500 Dead?

    My Logitech Z-5500 have not been able to start. When you press the power button the pod turns on but will only stay on while you hold down the power button while displaying "Input: Direct 96-24, Effect: Detecting...". The second that you release the power button it returns to the idle red ring...
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    AMD Rumor mill?

    My 6850 1gb is starting to show its age with crashes and stuttering in some games. The crashes can be avoided if you drop the vram clocks from 1000mhz to 950mhz. My question is has there been any talk about when the next generation from AMD will appear? I don't mind waiting a few months of...
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    AMD 6850 Failing?

    I have a Gigabyte 6850 http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3614#dl. I have been trying to run the new 3dMark 13 this week but have had trouble with my system. When the system is running the Cloud Gate benchmark stage the system normally crashes (appears that the monitors go...
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    Podcast Manager For Android

    After using my ZuneHD 16gb for the last few years Im looking to replace it with my Samsung GS3. The trouble I am having is finding an app to manage my podcasts as well as my zune does. What apps do you guys recommend? Thanks
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    Open source Adobe Illustrator Alternative

    Does anyone know an open source program that would allow you to create layouts in a similar fashion as adobe illustrator? So far I have tried GIMP 2.6 but have found it very hard to make layouts nicely and quickly. For now I am having to remote desktop to work when I have to work on weekends...
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    WiFi Adapter Solutions

    Im looking to purchase a new wireless networking card for my desktop. I have had a few different usb type ones in the past but they always seem to start to fail after a year or so. This time around I'd like one that will last a long time and won't drop the signal for no reason like I have...
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    6850 Not Working

    I just received my Gigabyte 6850 today and installed it in my system. It worked ok when I installed it but after I restart my system the video won't work. If I reinstall the video card it works but only for the that first system start. This system works perfectly fine when I switch back to my...
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    F@H Smp Config? [Solved]

    I have a 955 BE that I regularly fold with set on -smp 3. I was wondering is there a faster way to change that setting to -smp 4 or 2 depending on what I feel necessary? In other words is there away to edit the config file without re-entering every line? Thank you for your time.
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    AMD OverDrive

    I decided to fire up AMD Overdrive and do some overclocking today since the weather isn't great to be outside. When I launched the program it said there was an update available so I said sure update. To my dismay when I launched the new AMD OverDrive tool my cpu core multiplier was locked...
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    Encryption software

    My brother-in-law is starting a business and has a need for encryption protection. I have heard good things about PGP Whole Disk Encryption but I have heard that during startup it requires a password. This won't be that convenient for us since most of the maintenance work done on the server is...
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    New Camera Battery?

    I just ordered a new camera Olympus E-420 and I'm wondering if I should get a backup battery. The Olympus brand battery costs $45 but I see lots of other brand batteries that say will work as a replacement for much less money. Are their any third party battery makers that you guys would...
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    Phenom ll X4 955BE C3 Temps

    I just built a new system with: AMD Phenom ll X4 955BE C3 Asus M4A785T-M (785G) Antec P180 mini Im using the stock cooler for the Phenom and am using asus Smart Q-FAN to control the cpu fan speed. What are the highest cpu temps that you can safely sustain for the life of the computer? Right now...
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    Slow HD Response

    I just put together a new build this week as followed: Phenom X4 955 BE (C3) Asus M4A785T-M (785G) ADATA 2 X 2gb DDR3 1333 Samsung F3 500gb 7200rpm 16mb cache Seagate 250gb 7200rpm 8mb cache AMD HD 4670 512mb Corsair TX650W Win 7 64bit Pro When ever you have the computer run a task that...
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    New Set of Headphones?

    Any suggestions for a good set of headphones. I can spend up to $80 but would prefer to spend a little less if possible. I have really loved my Koss TD61 but they are wearing out. I must have a over the head set that cups around your ears since I have bad cartilage in my ears from wrestling...
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    Worth Upgrading Old Computer?

    I got a free copy of Win7 Pro (32-bit) the other day and am thinking of installing it on my parents computer. The thing is my parents computer is very old. Its a an HP with the following specs CPU AMD XP3200+ Ram 1.5gb of 3200 (400mhz) HD WD 200gb 7200rpm GFX ATi 9600XT 128mb MB Asus...