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    Is it possible to have multiple raid arrays using 1 onboard controller?

    I have an MSI Z68A-GD65 ( http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813130602 ) I currently have 3x 1TB WD black drives 2x 2TB WD red drives (I know these are NAS drives, but I ended up with them) My WD Red drives are empty, and my WD black drives are all completely full. Would...
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    Is this a bad time to buy a GPU?

    Are we at the end of a production cycle, or is there still a lot of value to be had in the current wave of cards? I'm looking to spend 180-200 on a card. Will I be able to get a lot more value out of that if I wait until later this year? Or is everything mostly going to stay the same between now...
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    My PC won't turn on... HELP!

    So, I just moved apartments. In the process I moved my PC from its old spot next to my TV stand to its new spot next to my TV stand in a different apartment. Now it won't turn on. Nothing. There is a green LED on the mobo that is lit, but when I push the power button nothing happens. What could...
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    Gigabyte P67A - UD3. Can't find any compatible RAM???

    I'm looking to build a new system for a 2500k, and for right now, my budget is limited to 2x2gb of ram. The mobo I'm getting is a GIGABYTE GA-P67A-UD3 LGA 1155 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128460 but when I go to the product web page (...
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    MPC-HC "doesn't play well" with Sandy Bridge???

    I'm considering upgrading my system to a 2500k. I currently have a P4 3.2 Ghz which means I can't run my 1080p videos on processing power alone. I make great use of DXVA using MPC-HC. Since I don't have enough cash to upgrade my GPU just yet, I will have to make due with my 8600gt until I can...
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    Help me upgrade my old P4 3.2ghz to Sandy Bridge

    My Pentium 4 3.2Ghz pc has lasted me five years. I never expected that pc to last as long as it did. I guess hyperthreading allowed the processor to stay competitive in the dual-core market. Now that we're in the middle of the quad-core market it's time to upgrade. My problem is cash flow...
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    Rate this $1400 build. Ordering today hopefully.

    Motherboard: ASUS Sabertooth X58 LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131665 Processor: Intel Core i7-950 Bloomfield 3.06GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor...
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    Help me improve this patchwork $1200 build

    I just threw together what appeared to be well-reviewed parts. I am not very knowledgeable about modern products, and where to find the value. I am sure there are improvements that can be made. My budget is a hard $1200. The main function will be doing 3D renderings in AutoCAD. Motherboard...
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    [HELP] Cannot access HTTPS websites

    I was recently brought a laptop that had a virus on it. I used the antivirus to clean the PC, and I believe the infection is gone. However, now I cannot access and unsecure websites (only https sites). I tried to do a system restore to the day before the infection, but once the SR completed, I...
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    Trying to build a PC for < $650

    Mobo - GIGABYTE GA-G31M-ES2L LGA 775 Intel G31 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail ($55) http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?item=N82E16813128357 PSU - Thermaltake Purepower W0100RU 500W ATX 12V 2.0 Power Supply - Retail ($60) http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?item=N82E16817153052 GPU -...
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    Can someone PLEASE help me...

    I bought a Dell Vostro 1500, and it has become the bane of my existence over the last few days. I had the computer delivered to my house on August 10th, but on August 13th I moved away for college. Now, as far as I can remember, when I had my computer at home there was nothing wrong with it...
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    Internet problems.

    I have a Dell vostro 1500, and I have a wireless internet connection. When I try to surf the web, I can go to most sites, (like gfaqs), but I can't get on to some sites. bankofamerica.com for instance. I use firefox, but it doesn't work in IE either. I ran the diagnostic tool, but it wasn't very...
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    Do you need to prove business to buy a Vostro?

    I think that the Dell Vostro is a good deal, but I'm not actually a small business. When I called Dell(I've heard that the sales reps have some leeway to haggle), they said I would need tax information. Can anyone verify? Thanks.
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    Laptop Question Acer vs Dell

    This Acer http://www.bestbuy.com/site/ol...50043&id=1179877502558 Is about $100 dollars cheaper at best buy (Their weekly ad advertised it at 399.99 so in-store, that will be the price). This Dell: PROCESSOR AMD AthlonTM 64 X2 Dual-Core processor TK-53 (1.7GHz/512KB) edit OPERATING...
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    I'm trying to understand the overclocking process

    Okay, I've decided that I want to build my new rig, and overclock it to maximum potential(while maintaning stablity). For these purposes, I've come up with this rig: https://secure.newegg.com/NewV...&WishListTitle=My+List Now, what I don't get is the FSB part. The processor (e6320) has...
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    To overclock a C2D E6300

    I've never oc'd anything before, and I wanted to start. I'm planning on setting up my rig with an Intel e6320, and I've read how easy they are to OC. Would I need to buy a third party heatsink/fan or can it run with the stock one? If so, which is the best heatsink/fan for cheap?
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    How oc-able is value ram?

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16820145167 CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 675 (PC2 5400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Retail I was wondering how much more power I can get out of this if I pair it up with an e4420. Will there be much of a difference if I...
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    First time builder... Trying to save money on a good pc

    OKay, so right now, I'm using a Dell Dimension 8400, but it's getting old and out-dated, and I want to upgrade. I'm thinking now is the right time to build my first computer. I have a monitor, mouse, and keyboard, which I can bring from the Dell. I want this new computer to be able to last as...
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    I got caught FileSharing

    mods please delete this topic
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    Video Card Problems - GeForce 6800

    I was having trouble watching downloaded movies, so I thought it was my codecs. I downloaded about 4 different codec packs until I realized that it was my video card driver. I uninstalled the driver, and I can watch movies fine, but now I don't know which driver to use. When I reinstall the main...
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    Please try and save my Christmas....

    I got an emcahines computer from Best Buy for christmas, and I turn it on and everything is going well until I try and create a network connection. The Realtek 8139/810x Fast Family Ethernet card is installed and workign properly but for somer reason the computer can't find it when trying to...
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    I'm trying to build a low-budget computer.

    Here is what I've got: Motherboard GIGABYTE GA-K8NS Ultra-939 ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail ($100) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813128263 Processor AMD Athlon 64 3000+ Integrated into Chip FSB Socket 939 Processor - Retail - ($150)...
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    I can no longer play movie files...

    Ever since I updated my video drivers I can here audio, but I;m not getting any video. Before I updated my drivers, I could watch the movies. I updated to the latest official nVidia drivers for my GeForce 6800. I doubt it is codecs either, because I could watch the movies before I updated my...
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    Problem with updating to nVidia's newest driver's....

    So i downloaded the newest official release drivers for my GeForce 6800. I installed them cleanly, with no issues. Then, today, i wanted to see what would happen when i put the refresh rate at 150hz. Stupid iea I know, but I did this, and everything dissapperead. I could see the desktop...
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    My system continues to crach repeatedly....

    Ever since I installed UT2004, I have had serious problems with my system 6800 GTO P4 540 3.2 GHz 1GB SDRAM 250GB HDD I should be able to play the game fine, but it constantly crashes my entire computer. After about the 9th time in three days, the game stopped working properly. Now...
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    That is the fifth time t today I get the BSoD

    I just installed UT2K4, and whenever I exit it, or alt+tab, or anything, windows crashes, and it gives me the blue screen taht says it needs to restart. I've upadted the game to the latest patch. Why is this happening? I can run the game fine too. I can play Far Cry perfectly, so I don't think...
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    Overclocking?

    Well, I am a bit worried about overclocking, and I know there are a bunch of guides on how to do it for the video card. I am on stock cooling for a Dell, and I pushed my 6800 to 325/750. I can probably go higher, but I would be worried about cooling. ALso, how do you overclock the CPU? In the...
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    RAM Timings?

    I see people say they get RAM at 2-0-0-0. What does this mean? Those numbers might be wrong, but that is the format. Do the numbers reperesent how much RAM you have, or how good each stick of RAM is? Links to more info on this would be great.
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    Why does this cost so much?

    http://www.newegg.com/app/view...=14-124-114&amp;DEPA=1
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    RTS vs. SP FPS vs. MultpPlayer FPS

    Dawn of War: 40K vs. CHronicles of Riddick vs. UT2K4 Which one should I get?
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    Windows Media Center Edition

    I have Windows MCE, and I have some questions about it... When I record a tv show, were would I be able to find it directly? I want to see how big the file is, and MCE won't tell me, so I need to find the file. I've searched for it by name, but that didn't work. Is there any way to save the...
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    Measuring system temp?

    What program will let me do this? Preferably one that will auto-detect my settings, because I'm not %100 sure about them. I have a Dell - Intel P4 3.2 GHz, GeFore 6800GTO, 250GB HDD, Windows MCE, 1GB DDR2-SDRAM. Thanks.
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    Why are these scores so low?

    3DMark03-8,654 Aquamark-51,192 3DMark05-3637 These scores seems a little low right? Specs are below. P4 540 3.2GHz \ 1GB PC3200 RAM \ GeForce 6800 \ 19" LCD UltraSharp Monitor \ Windows MCE \ 250 GB SATA HDD
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    Benchmarking my system?

    I bought a Dell, and it arrived yesterday, and I want to see how it compares with other systems. Here are my specs: P4 540 3.2GHz 1gb SDRAM GeForce 6800nu 250gb HDD 5.1 Surround-Audigy something or other So, I want to download Riva Tuner, but I am not quite sure how to use it and...
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    Problems with my DVD ROM Drive.

    Well, i have a broken ass computer. It is a Presario 2700 from 2001. Now, the problem is that the DVD ROM drive seems to have broken. The black thing that you snap the disk onto has dissappeared, and I don't know were it went. http://img19.exs.cx/img19/7999/p10106076kr.jpg That is so you...
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    Question about a monitor...

    I have the choice between these two monitors: 19 in E193FP Flat Panel Display [subtract $102] 19 in 1905FP Dell Ultrasharp? Digital Flat Panel Now is there a significant difference between the two of them? I am getting the second one, but if I do, it means I can't get the Windows Media...
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    What is Windows Media Center Edition?

    Does it look/feel the same as Windows XP? I mean I hope the whole OS is not the interface that is shown in the screen shots. All I have seen of it is a completely blue screen with some links in the middle. Kind of like the XP Home Edition user login page. Is it the same interface as XP in...
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    what is Windows Media Center Edition?

    Does it look/feel the same as Windows XP? I mean I hope the whole OS is not the interface that is shown in the screen shots. All I have seen of it is a completely blue screen with some links in the middle. Kind of like the XP Home Edition user login page. Is it the same interface as XP in...
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    What is the difference between these two cards?

    256MB PCI Express? x16 Nvidia® GeForce 6800 GTO Graphics Card [add $128] or $4/month] 256MB PCI Express? x16 (DVI/VGA/TV-out) nVidia GeForce 6800 Are they any good, and why is the top one better?
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    Where is the catch(Dell has a great deal?????)

    http://www1.us.dell.com/conten...=19&amp;l=en&amp;s=dhs 1500 P4 3.2 GHz 1066mhz FSB 250GB SATA HDD 256mb GeForce 6800 PCI-E 1GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 400MHz (2x512M) 17" LCD Monitor 16x DVD-ROM Drive + 16x DVD+/-RW w/dbl layer write capability 5650 5.1 Surround Speaker System...