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    December CFA Results are now available

    Did anyone take it?
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    Athlon XP 2500+ Overclocking Values

    I currently have my multiplier locked Barton 2500+ running at 3200+ speeds for the past year. This is with a default vcore of 1.65v and at it idles at 41c. I'm interested in pushing my system to its limit and want to know the maximum values I should set the vcore and ram. I'm using a DFI...
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    Outlook and POP Account Problem

    I'm have a problem syncing Outlook 2002 to my POP email accounts from my service provider and Gmail. I double checked that all the settings are correct, but Outlook fails the last task of sending a test email (in test account settings). The only firewall I have running is from SP2, which I...
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    Just got my Dell 2001FP

    Running at 1600*1200 through DVI and all I can say is wow. I would have bought this lcd earlier if I knew how much of a difference it made. So far I don't notice any dead pixels or defects.
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    Apple Third Party Hardware Compatibility

    Will a third party lcd (i.e, Dell 2001FP) connected via DVI be recognized by a Powermac G5? Also, will a Powermac G5 recognize and read files from the SATA HD in my current computer when connected?
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    ibook?

    I was thinking about picking up a a last generation ibook with an 800 Mhz PowerPC G3 processor. Will that be sufficient to run the latest Apple OS or would the 800 Mhz G4 processor in the latest low-end ibook be worth the extra cash? BTW, I will prob max out each system with ram.
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    foobar2000 Settings

    I just installed foobar2000 and using my A2 and Grado SR-80, it sounds more natural and crisper than WM9. I was just wondering what settings people are using with foobar since there are so many. Changes I have made from the default setting: - Activated the resampler and set it at 192000 -...
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    DFI Infinity II - Issues

    I was able to build my computer several weeks ago but have noticed two issues that I can't figure out. 1. I'm running Windows XP and there is no option to put my computer into stand by mode. This can be observed from the start>shutdown menu and power options menu. I never had this issue with...
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    Average Salary of a Consultant?

    I'm sure many people on this board with a tech or business background have interviewed with a consulting firm withing the past several months. With the economy in a slump, what would be a rough estimate for a starting salary of an entry-level consultant (within 18 months of college graduation)...
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    Can't lock refresh rate in Open GL with ATI 9500 Pro

    Hey everyone, I just built my new computer last week and I'm having problems with my video card locking refresh rates in Open GL mode. I have a Radeon 9500 pro with Cat 3.0a and DX 9 installed. The DX override refresh rate feature in the drivers appear to work only for DX based games and not...
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    Help breaking in new set of headphones

    Hey everyone, I just purchased a pair of Grado SR80s and would like to know how to optimally break them in. 1. How many hours should I break them in for? Does it matter if the break in period is continuous? 2. Is there a genre of music that provides a better break in sound? I will...
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    Help setting up new computer system

    Hey everyone, Today I purchased parts for my new rig, here are the specs: CPU - Intel P4/2.4BGHz 533M CDRW - 482448|LITE ON VIDEO - ATIOEM|RADEON 9500PRO 128M DVI MB - EPOX 4PEA+ CASE - ANTEC 1080AMG HD - WD 100GB Special Edition This is my first system build and I have a couple of...
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    How much louder is the retail hsf of Athlon XPs over P4s?

    Hey guys, I'm looking to build a new rig soon and want to know if an Athlon XP retail is noticeably louder than a P4. I would also like to know if there are any fans for the XP that are quieter than the stock heat sink and fan found in the retail model? Since I will have the computer in my...
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    Finally a member!!!

    Hey Everybody! I've been lurking around these forums since 1998 and have finally decided to join. Like most of you, this place was a great way for me to kill time during school and work:) I think i already know most of the personalities and just wanted to say hi to everyone and thanks for all...