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    Sound issue with ASRock Z77 Pro4-M and Realtek drivers. Can anyone help?

    Hello everyone, I recently put together a new PC build to replace my aging desktop at home. Here's a quick list of the parts I used: Intel i5 3570k processor ASRock Z77 Pro4-M motherboard Kingston HyperX 3k 120GB SSD hard drive G.Skill memory (16GB) I am using the built in graphics...
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    Help me build an HTPC

    I've always wanted to build an HTPC that would serve mainly as a movie jukebox. It'd make my life so much more convenient if I could just search and play my movies thru a hard drive. I'd like to put together an HTPC piece by piece, but on a budget. I'd like to keep the total below $500 if...
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    Which notebook/netbook for traveling?

    I've been thinking of getting an ultraportable device that I can take with me while traveling/vacation. I have a laptop at home now, but at just about 6lbs, it can be pretty heavy to lug around. Been was checking out the latest offerings by different manufacturers and this caught my eye: Asus...
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    Need some input regarding upgrading my computer

    This is my main desktop at home which I've had about 2 years now: Intel Core 2 Duo E6300 (stock fan/heatsink, running at a stock speed of 1.86GHz) Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 motherboard 2GB DDR2 memory 150GB WD Velociraptor hard drive Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit I use it mostly for...
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    Need help with my Gigabyte P965-DS3

    I just got this mobo to use with my Intel E6300 processor. I'm confused about some things, and I could really use some help. 1. I just have one SATA HDD and I don't have any plans of running a RAID setup. Which SATA connector should I use to connect it to my new mobo? There are two types...
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    Need Intel chipset info

    Can I get a basic summary of the chipsets available for Intel LGA 775 Pentium 4 540 Any links also? Thanks in advance
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    NEC ND-3520A only being recognized as a CD-ROM

    I bought a new DVD burner (NEC ND-3520A) to replace my old Pioneer burner But for some reason, WinXP only recognizes it as a CD-ROM drive instead of a DVD-RW drive, therefore, my burning software (Nero) doesn't recognize the new burner as an acceptable recorder. I have no idea why WinXP...
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    T-Mobile $39.99 for 1000 Anytime/ Free Nights & Weekends / Free Nationwide

    New Promo 1000 mins + Nights and Weekends 39.99 Thats right new Promo for Los Angeles and Cincinati markets only. UPDATE: May be available in other markets now! Call customer service and see if available for your local area. 1000 anytime Unlimited Nights Unlimited Weekends Nationwide (no...
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    Open Savings Account at ING Direct, Get $50

    Open a savings account at ING Direct and get $50 deposited in your account (you can't withdraw it for 30 days). No fees. It looks like the same offer posted a year or two ago so it's legit. ING is a gigantic bank. LINKY I did this deal myself. I deposited $1 a couple days ago, and now I have...
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    30% off Foot Locker stores and Champs Sports F&F Coupon, online or B&M, 07/31-08/03

    LINKY Enjoy! :D --- Great deal. Same as this earlier post. Thanks, AnandTech Moderator
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    Warm=>HOT! 27" Emerson Tru-Flat TV for $244+tax @ Wal-Mart

    Linky I went to Wal-Mart yesterday and picked one of these. Quite honestly, I am very impressed with the unit. Picture quality is great and sound is superb. I compared this unit to other higher priced brands, and quite honestly, I couldn't tell the difference, well except the BIG difference in...
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    HOT!!! Slates® (Dockers+) Gabardine Pant with Stain Defender for $9.00 @ Macy's!

    Taken from FW Slates® Gabardine Pant with Stain Defender? for $9.00!!! Part of Dockers Summer 2003 Collection For those that don't know, "Slates" is Docker's line of pricey dress pants. Usually of really nice quality. :) Most sizes are still available in 4 different colors... I ordered 4...
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    My g/f came surprised me at work for my b-day! (pics)

    Being as it is my b-day today, my g/f decided to pay me a little visit at work. She took time outta her work day to drive to L.A. (about 25 miles from her job) just so she can surprise me at work. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised :) Here's a pic of her messing with my computer...
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    I turned 23 today

    w00t! Go, go, go shawty It's your birthday We gon' party like it's ya birthday We gon' sip Bacardi like it's ya birthday And you know we don't give a f*ck It's not your birthday! Happy B-Day to me! :D
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    HOT! Apex AD-1200 DVD/VCD/MP3 Player $44.99 with FREE SHIPPING!

    $44.99 at Circuit City with FREE SHIPPING!. You can even pick it up from your local CC if you like :) Linkified for your convenience Product Description: This DVD player is a welcome addition to any entertainment system. Watch movies or listen to your favorite music--this versatile player...
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    Thermalright SK-6 too loud! Need help!

    I currently have an Athlon XP 1800+ in my setup with the Thermalright SK-6 with a LOUD 60mm fan (7,000+ rpms?) What can I do to quiet it down? Get a new fan? Get a new HSF? Any advice? I've been looking to replace the fan with a Vantec Stealth 12 CFM 60mm. Will that be enough for the SK-6...
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    >>>LOOK>>> Good Deal on Ritek 4x DVD-R discs

    25-pack 50-pack 100-pack FREE SHIPPING :) These are the cheapest 4x DVD-Rs I've seen online. These discs are unmarked Ritek 4x discs and burn fine @ 4x in my Pioneer A05 burner w/ no problems at all. The company itself has been great for me so far. Fast and free shipping with great...