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    Intermittent crashing issue with PC

    I'm pulling my hair out trying to figure what the problem is. The PC is fairly new and it seems to happen any time at random, it could be while the PC is idle and not in use, during normal use (web-surfing), or intensive applications (gaming). Sometimes days, or weeks go by and everything is...
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    PC Frequently crashes

    Especially during gaming. However, that in and of itself is not consistent. For example, the past few days, i've been able to play games hours on end with nothing happening, but yesterday I can't go 10 minutes in, without my computer completely shutting on me. This has been an issue for me since...
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    Is my computer about to die?

    I posted a thread in the Software for Windows section because initially I had a problem with accessing my desktop(Windows Vista Premium 32-bit).A Windows Explorer error message came up with a black screen and just the mouse pointer (no Start menu, no desktop icons, no taskbar, no sounds,etc)...
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    I can't access my desktop.

    I'm using Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit SP2 and the screen just goes pitch black with only the pointer showing. I can however access the Task Manager via CTRL+ALT+DEL.
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    Another hernia?

    I had a surgery to repair a developing umbilical hernia about 2 months ago. A month ago I went for the follow up appointment with the surgeon that did the procedure on me, and he said that any kind of "tenderness" is natural,that I was recovering rapidly, and that there wasn't any need to have...
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    ~$1000 system

    I need a system that can handle the latest games at 1920x1080 resolution.My budget is ~$1000 USD. I prefer Newegg.No brand preference.I plan on reusing my monitor,speakers,keyboard,and mouse. And I will overclock it. I was thinking of saving money by going the AMD route, with the Phenom IIx4...
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    Check out my build

    I want to spend in total 800-1000 dollars.I need a system that can play COD 4, COD WAW, Crysis, Crysis Warhead, Empire Total War, and FEAR 2 at 1680x1050 resolution with 30+fps on max settings.And also be able to play Modern Warfare 2 when it comes out with the same settings: AMD Phenom II X4...
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    Dell Studio 17 vs. 15

    Both are @ $24/month I'll be taking it to college with me soon.I'm leaning towards the 15 because of the space and memory but the 17 has the better video card and larger Display for my movies and occasional gaming. Studio 17 Intel Core 2 Duo T5900 (2.2Ghz/800Mhz FSB/1MB Cache) 17-inch...
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    My 2007 Scion tC

    Every time I accelerate there is this annoying hissing/rattling sound that seems to come from the AC vents (or so I think...not sure).It stops when I come to a stop. I just got it serviced like two weeks ago (15,000K). Should I take it back?Should I be worried???
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    Trying to figure out a healthy lifestyle

    I kind of have a hectic lifestyle.I'm always in awe when some of my friends are able to find the time to be at the gym for 2+ hours on a daily basis when I can barely find enough time to for an hour without exhausting myself from the days work. My daily process: Wake up at 5:30 AM First...
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    Dell Inspiron 5100

    My notebook won't turn on all of the sudden.No lights,no nothing.I bought it back in 2003,is it time to get a new one?
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    10% body fat

    Hey guys I just have some questions and want some feed back on something I'm planning on doing.Thanks in advance for the advice or comments. Information: Age/Sex:17/M Weight:63kg Height:5'8 BMI: 20.9 BMR: 2686 Kcal I have no clue what my body fat % is as of right now.I have gotten...
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    Settings for Call of Duty 4

    What settings would you recommend that has a good graphics/performance ratio. I know I'll probably have to lower one end to get the better end of the other but what's the best? Just temporary since i'm going to get an upgrade in my video card.
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    Christmas Upgrade

    I want to spend $500 dollars or less on gaming upgrades.I'll be buying primarily from Newegg unless anyone recommends otherwise.I have no preference in brands.I'm going to reuse my case,PSU,hardrive,sound card,floppy drive,optical drive,monitor,2.1 speakers,keyboard,and mouse. I picked these...
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    Problem with burned movie.

    I burned a movie like I always do BUT the movie only seems to work with AnyDVD turned on.(This is the first time it happened to me) ??? I had AnyDVD run so I can decrypt the movie and used DVD shrink to rip it.So I shouldnt need it to watch it.I tried on my three DVD players and my XBOX...
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    New PSU-Has Fan Speed Control...

    Right now its on Auto and the sound of the fan is VERY loud with air thrusting through my side vent.I turned the knob down to low...speed didnt change...so I turned off my computer reset back to auto than to low and than turned on my computer still loud and fast...i'm not necessarily annoyed at...
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    Suggestions on upgrade(s).

    I bought the system(down in my sig) and built it in July of 05. I need a newer mid-range card. Another gigabyte of RAM.Current one is taking up 2 slots out of 4(512x2)Should I get rid of that and get 2x1GB sticks?Is the A64 Sandy still good?Espicially with those new dual procs.
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    My PSU went dead.

    Dead one in the sig.:( Anyoen bought this PSU before?: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817153028 It's on sale for Black Friday and mail in rebate.
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    Computer wont startup.

    I dont know what just happened.I decided to turn off my computer after a couple of days on.I try to turn it on like a minute later.Nothing boots.No lights turn on.
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    Question about USB vs. PS/2

    Are there any good's or bad's with the two types?(Performance wise)I just bought a new mouse thats USB but I have a PS/2 converter.Just a honest question. EDIT:Lately my PS/2 port isnt working.It doesnt read my mouse when I plug it in with the converter...or even when I try a PS/2 mouse.Out...
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    Medieval Total War 2

    http://www.fileshack.com/file.x/9607/Medieval+II:+Total+War+Demo http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/medieval2totalwar/download.html?sid=6159550 http://www.fileplanet.com/168834/160000/fileinfo/Medieval-II:-Total-War-Demo http://downloads.gamezone.com/demos/d17072.htm Minimum System...
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    Flyboys

    Comes out this friday the 22nd. http://www.mgm.com/flyboys/home.html http://www.apple.com/trailers/mgm/flyboys/ Seems interesting.Discuss.
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    Anyone going to see The Black Dahlia?

    I never read the novel...but I do know its about a woman who lived in LA in the 40's who's body was cut in half and mutilated and found in a vacant lot naked.And who's murder is still a mystery. http://www.theblackdahliamovie.net/ Discuss ...btw it stars Scarlett Johanssen and Josh Harnett.
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    Need to print words on tab dividers I bought...

    It just says "Insert for Dividers-8 Tabs" on the paper below "Feed this end into printer".Can I use MS Word for this?
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    Any ATOT Rockabilly fans?

    Currently listening to "Great Balls Of Fire"-Jerry Lee Lewis.:)
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    Your favorite genre of music?Your top 10 artist(s)/band(s)?

    ??? EDIT:Guess i'll start. Uhhh pretty much 60's/70's rock and alittle bit of indie. Top 10(no particular order) The Doors The Beatles The Rolling Stones Johnny Thunders The Ramones T-Rex Boston Oasis Radiohead Belle and Sebastian Death Cab for Cutie
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    bad router?

    Uhhh.connected my laptop directly to cable modem(ethernet cable)works perfectly.Internet has been acting up the last past 3 weeks.I updated the firmwire of the router.both my laptop and desktop use wireless adapters and internet goes off constantly.packet activity is also akward:sometimes i...
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    Looking for the name of a couple of songs...

    The one when he's playing on the piano to the German officer. The one when he watches the girl play the cello. And the one at the very end with the credits scrolling down.(When he's at the orchastra) Thanks:)
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    BAN DukeN

    Everyone knows KoMe cares more about individual awards like the MVP than a team accomplishment. His rings were riding Shaq's coattails anyways. And your comments are like riding Kobe's nutsack. You aren't really a white chick at a colorado hotel are you...
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    Should I be worried???

    I recently just reset my CMOS,reconfigured BIOS and cleaned out the inside of my computer with Dust Off Professional Cleaner.Now my computer seems VERY quiet compared to the jet sounds it was making before I did the cleaning and resetting.I checked Fan speed,CPU Temps,MB Temps,etc.,and there all...
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    resetting the CMOS on my A8N32-SLI Deluxe

    I read the manual doesnt tell me how to reset the CMOS...on the motherboard layout map it just shows the CMOS battery...do I just remove that and plug it back in?
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    Memory timings right?

    http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/Azndude2190/info2.jpg http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y291/Azndude2190/info.jpg I'm running at 2.7GHz...prime stopped at 15hrs...with fatal error.Is the memory holding it back???
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    NBA:Favorite Player?And Why?

    ??? Mine is Kobe cuz he gives you passion and heart for the game, and his will to win.His clutchness is also pretty impressing. He is also the best scorer in the game right now.
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    I'm at 2700MHz with my Sandie...

    I can't go further than that because my PC wont boot. Am I configuring something wrong? CPU-Z Report -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CPU-Z version 1.33. CPU(s) Number of CPUs 1 Name AMD Athlon 64 3700+ Code Name San...
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    Weird problem...

    I was overclocking my San Diego 3700 today...was up to 2600MHz, I rebooted,but my internet would no longer work. My computer gave me the "not connected" message.I'm on a wireless setup using a PCI card.Intially I thought it was the change of temp.(which wasnt that much 41-44) and plus my PCI...
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    Need new monitor and speakers.

    Current:ViewSonic A70 17" CRT to Acer ET.L5209.005 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16824009073 Other reccomendations?I figure it gives me pretty good size at 19" widescreen and it matches well with my desk,tower,keyboard,and match. I dont want to spend more than $300...
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    Wow metal detectors are to be installed at my HS...

    Can they do this?Also students with a GPA lower than 2.0 are going to be kicked out starting next year.
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    Problem with the volume?

    My rig is down below in the sig and I have a 2.0 speaker setup...but my volume seems to be alot harder hear compared to the audio on my Dell laptop(Its good).I normally have my master volume at the 2nd bar from the left.And Wave/SW Synth/etc... all at the 2nd bar from the top(same as my...
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    COD2 and the 7900GT...

    Any benchmarks with the two?Specifically I want to know how well it does on DX9 at max settings. I want to get this card just for COD2