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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    Should I bother overclocking my system at this point? What system performance enhancements will I notice by overclocking?
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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    Well I just got back from my local PC shop. (Not a big box store). I ended up purchasing a new GPU. I got a Gigabyte GTX 960. It was between that and the Gigabyte R9 280X. I chose the GTX 960 over the R9 280X because it was $60 cheaper, used less power, ran cooler, and the charts showed it...
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    Cleaning out your PC case ...

    What? so you can't just use your home vacuum to clean the main portion of dust from your pc before you blast it with a can of air? I have always vacuumed my PC and never had a problem before. Is this dangerous or something? I of course always have my PC unplugged when I do this if that matters.
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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    That's all I run is 1080P. I have a BenQ monitor but its actually high end and has a great picture. I have no need to upgrade it for my taste.
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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    Thanks for the info. I recall when choosing the components for my build that most Cooler Master PSU's didn't have good reviews but the particular one I purchased was actually very well spoken of and from what info I am finding it still is. This particular line of Cooler Master PSU's was on a...
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    Gun people: Is it possible to hit a quarter at 50 yards with a .380?

    IMO the term "consistently" in the gun world means his groupings. Groupings are your average 3 round clusters. When sighting in a new rifle scope I use a very stable platform and aim out to 100 yards and adjust my sights according to my groupings. When you fire 3 rounds at the same target you...
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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    Yes I do currently have 8gb of ram. I do believe I have 4 slots on this MoBo so maybe I should add two more sticks? I forgot to mention that I am not a computer wiz... I am actually very out of the loop when it comes to this stuff and I have no idea what the good cards are these days. I feel...
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    (New hardware added today) Does this October 2011 gaming build need an upgrade?

    So I joined this forum back in 2011 and with the very much appreciated help of you fellow forum members I successfully built myself a custom gaming PC. I ended up being very happy with my system. It has treated me very well over the last 3.5 years and still is but with the upcoming new games...
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    1600€ Gaming PC (BF3)

    My dirt 3 edition HD 6950 2GB card with dual fans is extreamly quiet!!!! I havn't heard my card yet! and I have played Dirt 3 and Starcraft 2 both on ultra settings. I'm running a i5 2500K, Asus P8Z68 - V - LE MoBo, and this card with excellent results. I am very happy with my system and can...
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    8+ Button Mouse: Certain Shape

    Take it from someone who actually owns a R.A.T. 7... It is the most comfortable mouse I have ever had. It's not ment to be hung on the wall and looked at. It's built for function and it does that better than any mouse I have ever used or owned. When I first grasped it it felt awlkward but once...
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    Looking for a "gaming" mouse pad.

    Go with the Rocketfish gaming pad! I have one and love it!!!! It is large! It is solid! and it's dual sided so you can flip it over for speed or the other way for control. Most gaming mice such as my mouse (cyborg R.A.T. 7) is fast enough so I use the control side for precision. Best bang...
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    Picking a Keyboard

    The price is ridiculous. Then you add tax and shipping... :thumbsdown: :\
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    8+ Button Mouse: Certain Shape

    Man I really don't know where the heck you would find a mouse that would be any good with more buttons than the R.A.T. 7. I suppose the R.A.T. 7 has 21 buttons then really since you can hit the cyborg button and change your programmable layout to a whole new set of 7 three different times.
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    My Gaming Peripherals....

    Well look no further than the Rocketfish gaming pad... I just picked one up and it was highly suggested by the store clerk over the more costly pads that were available and I'm glad I listened to him. It feels great, is very large, solid construction of aluminum coated in a composite type...
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    My Gaming Peripherals....

    I have the Steelseries Merc Stealth keyboard and it is fantastic. It doesn't have a bunch of useless buttons and functions you will never use and the price tag didn't have to include the cost of a useless tv monitor attached to it. I have the R.A.T. 7 mouse and it is fantastic! I just changed...
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    $2000 Build for BF3.....Please help review my selections

    The Merc Stealth is a great keyboard for gaming and IMO the best... I am typing on one right now. The P8Z68 motherboard not only gives you the ssd catch but it also has a USB 3.0 header on it so if your using a case like the Cooler Master Storm Enforcer you can make use of the 2x USB 3.0 ports...
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    8+ Button Mouse: Certain Shape

    Try the Saitek Cyborg R.A.T. 7. I have it and love it. There would be no way you wouldn't like the feel of it since it's completely customizable with extra pieces to interchange to your feel and hand size. I'm pretty sure it has 8 buttons as well as the ability to convert to 3 different button...
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    $2000 Build for BF3.....Please help review my selections

    Looks good. More than just the OS and BF3 will fit on the SSD. Your motherboard is the weakest link I suppose. It's still a good motherboard but You might want to consider the Asus P8Z68 Pro. I personally wouldn't waste my money on 2x hd 6950 2gb. One is good enough and once it's outdated you...
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    Picking a Keyboard

    I just bought a Steelseries Merc Stealth today and it's fantastic!!! Best bang for buck I would say. Those logitec gaming keyboards almost got in my home but I stoped and thought about it more and they really offer nothing in terms of comfort and who the heck is really gonna "use" a monitor on...
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    Do you think an eye exam should be mandatory to get a driver's license?

    YES!!! Of course! What fool would think it's not important? Who wants their son or daughter crossing the street with people driving around who are too cheap to get their eyes checked and get glasses. Not to mention people with tunnel vision and can't see the little kid shooting out from the...
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    What gaming peripherals do you have for BF3?

    Just wondering what people have for gaming gear for BF3 (Battlefield 3). I'm all ready to go with: Saitek Cyborg R.A.T. 7 gaming mouse Rocketfish gaming mouse pad Merc Stealth Gaming keyboard Saitek X52 Flight system Surround sound headset & mic New desk with a great gaming layout The...
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    Best modular computer desk?

    I just bought this one. I LOVE it! It's got room for all my gaming equipment. Lots of potential to customize your own layout with all these different levels and it's extra wide sliding keyboard / mouse tray. http://www.staples.ca/ENG/Catalog/ca...affixedcode=WW
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    newb to pc building, help mucho appreciated (Updated for thanks!)

    Is SLI really that usefull? Isn't it more for people with a week or mildly outdated video card to spend less by purchasing another outdated card to pair together and still be able to have something comparable to a mid-high end video card? Just curious...
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    newb to pc building, help mucho appreciated (Updated for thanks!)

    I like lehtv's build. With your budget I'd go with a 120GB SSD though. Anyways I wanted to mention that with the money you might save you could get some good quality gaming hardware if you don't already. A monitor was mentioned but also you should consider a really good gaming keyboard, mouse...
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    BF3/Good Wow Build

    I too went with that MoBo and feel good about it. One of the biggest reasons I choose this board though is because it had the USB 3.0 header so that I could run the USB 3.0 that is available in the front of my case. The case I went with is the Cooler Master Storm Enforcer. You should check it...
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    New comparison video for BF3 PC version vs consol

    Here is a very good comparison for BF3 showing us the difference between the PC version and the consol version. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGbo50Ar420&feature=player_embedded All the consol people are like.... :o and then like... D: and then like... o_O and then like... :( and...
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    Changed my Motherboard choice

    Yes the USB 3.0 was a selling feature for me on this board and actually I instructed the builder to find me a replacment board and make sure it has a 3.0 header. See my case has 2x 3.0 ports in the front of it and it just seems like a waste to not take advantage of that in my eyes. I also can't...
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    My thread got locked ?

    Right on guys. Thanks for explaining the situation. Have a good one.
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    My thread got locked ?

    Ok, fair enough. I suppose I would have to agree with you. Thank you for the explanation. I just wanted to clarify if I was being classed as the aggressor or not in this "bitch fest". Some people don't like ordering stuff off the net and would rather the personal interaction from a store in...
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    Changed my Motherboard choice

    LOL. Yes but it had a different motherboard in that build and I want opinions on this one now. Also the other thread got sidetracked and a moderator had to step in since it turned into something other than what the thread was intended to be... Since then I just wanted to ask about this MoBo switch.
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    Changed my Motherboard choice

    Well I found out today that the ASUS P8P67 MoBo isn't available to order for my build so my builder found me a ASUS P8Z68 -V LE. Will this MoBo be a better option? It was only $10 extra. Now my build consists of: MoBo: ASUS P8PZ68-V LE Case: Cooler Master Storm Enforcer PSU...
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    My thread got locked ?

    Hello, I am rather new here and had a thread posted under "General Hardware" called "Finally ordered - how does it stack up". It has now been locked. I did have a few people who were sorta sulking about my choices but I in now way got hostile. After all I asked for opinions and I want answers...
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    First Time Building PC - Gaming and Video Editing

    Way to stick it to the man! I'm glad you bought this case and weren't influenced by others in making a personal choice in your taste. Like others said they couldn't say anything bad about the case other than "they didn't like the look of it". It's on your desk! You should like it and you...
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    Using a wireless card or Ethernet connection?

    They are not separate posts. They are called threads and the individual answers or reply's within it are called posts. It is the most efficent way to separate topics instead of having big long messy threads. That way when People do a search for a similar question they can find it instead of...
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    Caught my neighbor stealing cable, should I turn him in?

    I bet you have never burnt a CD either... :rolleyes:
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    Caught my neighbor stealing cable, should I turn him in?

    Because nobody is bigger thieves than the cable company, your insurance company, the oil company, and the electric company. Take back what you can. Life is short... now back to putting them groceries away. Was he wearing green tights with a feather in his cap, and a bow & arrow?
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    Caught my neighbor stealing cable, should I turn him in?

    Mind your business and put your groceries away...
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    Using a wireless card or Ethernet connection?

    Is using a wireless card just as stable for gaming as using a wired connection? I am upgrading to Fiber optical internet now that it is available on my street and I wondered if I should use the old wireless card from my old PC or if I should use a wired connection for gaming.
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    LCD TV, or LCD monitor for gaming?

    Well that's what I thought but I've heard that once you go beyond 24" or maybe it was 27" a tv is no different????