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    Pc won't autmaticaly boot off HDD

    So when the computer turns on I am prompted to go into the MOBO setup. From here if I select to boot off of the HDD windows 7 will run no problem. Any ideas how to fix this? I know boot priority is in the right order, and I am using a an Asus P877-V motherboard. Thanks.
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    Overscan occuring after I installed my drivers

    I just finished my build and I am working on my drivers. I just installed the video drivers and it now has a black border around the edges which I have learned is called overscan now my question is how do I get rid of it? Thanks Edit I am using a 7850 GPU attaching it to my ASUS monitor with...
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    Problem when I partitioned Win Xp

    So I made a partition for windows XP the minimum size possible to fit the OS thinking that was all I needed and I would use the remaining space to save everything else. In the process of installing the OS I didn't partition the the remainder of the disk until after I had already installed...
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    Buying windows 7 upgrade with out ownig XP

    So I can purchase a college windows 7 upgrade but I currently don't own a copy of windows xp. Is it possible to download a trial version of Xp and then purchase the upgrade so I have a fully licensed version of 7 on my computer? Unless someone has a better idea or something more inexpensive. Thanks!
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    About to test boot where does 4 pin molex go?

    I have a 600 watt modular PSU. I have the 24 pin cable in the supplemental 8 pin for the CPU but the PSU has a 4 pin cable built in and I am not sure where it attaches to. Please help
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    I hope I didn't mistakenly buy the wrong ram

    So I am working on a new build and was planning on using Ripjaw DD3 1600. I was worried about clearance issues with the larger heat sinks they have so I opted to go with http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231460 instead because of the smaller profile and I got them on sale for the...
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    I've come down to 4 cases help please

    So I have come down to 4 cases : Bitfenix Shinobi Fractal Arc Midi Antec p280 Corsair 550D As you can see I like the minimalist style. I will be running a 2500K and a 7850 and only a 1T HDD now and maybe a SSD in the future. I also think at some point I will at least mildly OC the...
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    Z77 motherboards with WIFI or maybe not?

    I need to purchase a MOBO to go along with my i5 2500k that I will be purchasing at MC. I am looking for something mid range and the P8Z77-V LX for $90 as a combo seems like a steal. Only thing that I am thinking is that I will need a wifi adapter which is going to be more money so if there was...
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    Gaming Build ready to order, advice?

    Part list permalink: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/7li5 Part price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/7li5/by_merchant/ Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/7li5/benchmarks/ CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor ($179.99 @ Microcenter) CPU Cooler: Zalman CNPS9500...
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    Trying to save some money would this tv work as a gaming monitor?

    So I am trying to build a rig and I need every component including the monitor and I am trying to get the best bang for my buck. If I use my credit card reward points I can get this samsung tv http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN22D5.../dp/B004VRJ3E2 at no cost to me. Its been like 6 years...
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    Build Help How to spend best buy money?

    So I have a $60 dollar gift certificate laying around as well as $45 dollars from reward zone certificates and I am working on a new build. Was just curious if anyone had any idea how get the most milage out of what I have. I know best buy isn't the place to go for good deals but $105 off my...
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    Is it possible that my inverter is attached to my LCD?

    Ok so before I order my replace LCD for my XPS m1530 I wanted to make sure I checked I could get the old LCD out and check the s/n etc. As I was taking it out I was able to remove LCD but it seems I couldn't remove the inverter with out some serious effort to the point where I don't think it was...
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    Is replacing my XPS M1530 screen a job I can tackle myself?

    Shopped online and found the part for about $175 so for that price is worth to replace the LCD and not just scrap the whole system. I hoping maybe to play a little WoW on it and and then just general computer use. I've built my own desktop PC a number of years ago and messed around opening a...
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    Need some help looking for/build a new work out program

    Ok so I am 21 and a college student. I was always active through high school and it has been just getting less so throughout college. In the past I was on again off again with the gym but for the last month I have been good and even been mixing in cardio and eating a little better( only a very...
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    Speaker/Headset setup

    So currently I am using a plantronic USB headset which I think is giving me great sound, much better then the nonUSB Icemats I used to use. I recently got some logitech X-230 speaks and a sub. My question is, how do I setup my computer so that I don't have to manually unplug the components I...
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    Prime 95 stress test problem

    Ok so I am not a computer expert but I built my own computer so I thought changing the CPU would be no problem (going from a 3200+ to a 4200 X2) but after installing the chip and gaming I was noticing crashing. I took the HSF back off and realized I had put WAY to much thermal past on so I...
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    Cheapest place to buy new cell phones?

    Well basically I hate my cellphone its a P O S flip phone with no features. I would like to upgrade to a smart phone, the blackberry curve comes to mind but nothing is definite, for email and web browsing. The problem is usually I go through ATT when my contract is out but I have another year...
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    Few options left

    So my laptop top will not pick up any wireless networks but it will work fine when the connection is wired. So far I this is what I and the dell technicians have tried Reinstalling drivers, trying new drivers, using both the mircrosoft as well as the dell wireless network utility, we have...
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    Target furniture rant

    So I was pleasantly surprised when my night stand came soon then expect and I quickly went to work on it. As I was putting it together I was constantly thinking, "Hmm the edges don't match up just right or these seems a little shaky" but at the same time I knew that it will probably be ok once...
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    Good Resource for finding rare or old comics?

    So I am looking for some old and discontinued comics and I check on ebay every so often with no luck. I have asked a few local comic shop and it has produced the same results. Anyone know of any websites or other resources that I could use, thanks!
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    Not detecting any networks

    On my laptop the networking utility won't find any networks. I know I am within range becasue other computers in the house can pick up networks from the same area. I have tried reinstalling drivers and making sure the card is securly in the MOBO. I have also ran hardware checks and it is telling...
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    Any other websites similar to sparknotes?

    I want to brush up on the main points on the book I just read. I'm wondering if there are any sites so I can search there.
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    Issue with connecting wirelessly

    So my laptop was acting funky so I pretty much only used my desktop. Today I was messing with it and it seems to be running pretty well. When I open up the wireless networking configuration it says I am using another application to manage my wirless connection. Its forcing me to use a network...
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    Please suggest some books to me

    I mean my favorite books I would have to say are fantasy and my favorite author would be Chuck Palahniuk of Fight Club fame so as you can tell I am open for pretty much anything fiction and non. Thanks for the help!
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    Trouble finding a 3700+

    So I am looking for a AMD 3700+ to be a slight upgrade from my 3200 for my casual gaming. I tried all the usaull suspects Newegg, zipzoomfly, tiger direct etc. Anyone have any good lesser know sites that might work out for me. Also I thought about getting the 3800 but I hear the cache of...
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    Whats a good place to read comics online?

    Can't seem to find what he was talking about and he went out for the night drinking. Anyone know of a site like this. I'm specificly looking for the Civil War series. Thanks
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    The wheel of lunch

    just in time for todays lunch http://www.coverpop.com/wheeloflunch/
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    Any way to system repair with out windows CD

    topic says it all
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    Few questions about remote controls

    Ok so I am redoing a living room in my house and making a built in entertainment system what I want to know is am I limited to have glass front so that the remotes or universal remote works. Also if I am not is there any specific type of remote I need so taht it can travel through like wood...
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    School laptop

    My sister is off to college soon so she is getting a laptop. As the resident geek of the house I have to pick it out. I am going with a dell because they are stable enough for her useage and they have a good warranty. The only thing she will really be using it for is typical college non nerd...
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    Problems with S video out

    So I am using my laptop as a sort of HTPC and now is the first time I am connecting it to a TV. DVD's play great but any movies that I have DL's appear fine on the lcd but show up black on the TV. Thanks for the help.
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    Whats the difference between Memory Size and Memory Interface

    Topic says it all.
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    Good Site/Forum for HTPC

    So I loved building my first computer and now I want to move onto my first HTPC. Can anyone recomend a site or forum with good reviews on htpc parts and discussion. Thanks alot. This is going to give me a great excuse to upgrade my PC and put the "old" parts in the htpc.
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    Physics Homework Help

    In Figure 26.7, suppose that the angle of incidence is 1 = 30.8°, the thickness of the pane is 3.16 mm, and the refractive index of the pane is n2 = 1.33. Find the amount (in mm) by which the emergent ray is displaced relative to the incident ray. So I think I know how to get the angle it...
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    Another little physics porblem

    A prism is made from a certain type of glass has a cross section shaped like an equilateral triangle. The indices of refraction for the red and violet light in this type of glass are 1.602 and 1.626, respectively. The angle of incidence for both the red and violet light is 60.0°. Find the angles...
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    Easy physics question I am sure

    How do you calculate velocity of la wave when given wavelengthn and frequency. In nm and Hz respectivly.
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    One more physics problem

    3.43 kilograms of liquid water at 0 °C is put into the freezer compartment of a Carnot refrigerator. The temperature of the compartment is -17.2 °C, and the temperature of the kitchen is 17.2 °C. If the cost of electrical energy is 0.150 dollars per kilowatt-hour, how many dollars does it cost...
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    Physics Help

    Ok so you guys have been great in the past so I'm hoping for some more help now here is the first problem The hot and cold reservoirs of a Carnot engine have temperatures of 1010 and 291 K, respectively. The engine does the work of lifting a 21.1-kg block straight up from rest, so that at a...
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    Does any one remeber seeing that chernobyl slide show

    I saw it in OT the other day but I can't seem to find it anyone know the link.
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    Should I buy these comics

    Ok well at worst I occupied a few people who love to flame