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    Bad experience at Circuit City, LN-T4061F

    This is for people who are looking to buy a TV through CircuitCity.com and want in-store pickup. FYI, their tracking system for in-stock items is very inaccurate. You will want to call in and check with a supervisor to make sure they have the TV (or other product) before you process the order...
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    Where to buy P-tex??

    Where are they readily available (B&M stores)? Need them to repair a snowboard
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    Do I have a virus?

    Sorry if this is the wrong forum. Occasionally when I'm surfing the web, (not pr0n or warez related!), all of a sudden I can't click anywhere because it seems like the left arrow key on my keyboard is being held down, but nothing is physically pushing the button. The only way to stop it is...
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    Satellite receivers don't work with TV tuners??

    Spoke with 4 different Dish Network reps and all of them told me the receivers aren't compatible with the TV tuner in my computer since they're only made for TV's... I would have thought the TV tuner would be no problem?? 2 of the 4 TV's I want to hook up with cable are computers with a TV...
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    Does Comcast have standard cable?

    What happened to the days of just calling the cable company to set you up with cable tv, plug in the coax and voila!!?? The only choices I have in southern orange county is SBC Satellite and Comcast. I'd rather go with the latter, but all I can find is info for Digital cable and that...
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    Get rid of DFI mobo or Seasonic PSU??

    Now with 100% more poll!! Cliffs: 1) DFI Ultra-D and Seasonic S12 430W no workie correctly 2) Problems identified (DFI sucks > 2.0amps on +5 vsb) 3) One manufacturer says it?s the other manufacturer?s problem, stuck in the middle 4) Switch out mobo or PSU? Seems like the DFI LP...
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    Can I network w/ 1 dynamic IP address?

    I'm currently looking into getting AT&T high-speed internet. LINK I'd like to get on of the "popular plans", but under "IP Adress" it says "1 dynamic". Am I able to split the connection to 4 other computers in the house and am I able to use my current cable modem? (I want to swithc b/c...
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    What is wrong with my comp's power?

    Everytime I turn on my comp, I need to HOLD the power button for about 3-5 sec before it turns on. Same scenario when I power from the power button on my mobo. Here are my specs. Thermaltake Tsunami case Seasonic S12 430watt DFI NF4 Ultra-D A64 3200+ 1 Gig PC-3200 160 Gig Seagate...
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    9600Pro good for photo editing/web design?

    I currently use Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and many other image editing and web design programs simultaneously open. I currently use integrated graphics (Intel Extreme?), and get a lot of "out of memory" errors. Since I have 2Gb of system RAM installed, I think it may be the video RAM that is...
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    05'/06' Mazda 3 questions

    *Hopes engine has a timing chain*
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    Need Gfx card for Dreamweaver, Photoshop, etc.

    I have a P4 2.4Ghz Prescott @ 400FSB with 2 GB of RAM runnning subject software in addition to other graphic and web design programs. I always get out of memory errors (IM USING ONBOARD GFX). I'm thinking I need a dedicated GFX card. Would a 6600GT or x600 do the job? Or is there other...
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    How do you kill gnats!?!?

    We've been having a problem with a lot of gnats/very small flies in our kitchen this past week. We found the problem with a rotten bag of potatoes in the pantry, but theres still so many of them flying around the kitchen and they are too damn fast for my hands. Is there something I can...
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    Quick ?.. x300 w/ 64mb or 128mb??

    Ordering an inspiron9300, comes with the x300 w/ 64mb. For $100 more I can upgrade to 128mb of video RAM. I will not really use this for gaming, but would the 128mb of RAM give me a noticeable performance boost??
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    Ultraportable notebook for under $1500??

    Please recommend some nice notebooks under 4 lbs and under $1,500. Looking at the Dell Inspirion 700m, Dell Latitude series and the Fujitsu Lifebook 7010D. Any other suggestions are more than welcome!
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    Help pick one of these digital cameras

    Canon SD300 Panasonic DMC-FX7 Casio EX-Z57 I'm really leaning towards the Casio, but not too sure. Trying to stay within $300. Any other suggestions are welcome.
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    How to volt mod TT Tsunami fans??

    EDIT: Here are pics of the fan wiring Overview Close Super close OP: The 120mm exhaust fan on the Thermaltake Tsunami Dream case is too loud. I know how to do the 5v and 7v fan mod, but the wiring on these fans are different. Anyone know how to volt mod these so they run slower...
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    How to partition after XP install

    I accidently messed up on the 160GB partition and I can't seem to change it. 150Gb usable. I wanted. C:20 D:20 E:40 F:40 G:15 H:15 But I accidently have: C:20 D:20 E:40 F:5 G:40 H:15 I:10 How do I move the F, 5Gb partition and combine it with the I, 10Gb partition for...
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    Negative first experience w/ Monarch Computers

    I ordered an A64 3000+ Winchester, a DFI Ultra-D, and a Logitech MX1000 on Wed night 4/20. I emailed them on the 21st saying I wanted the parts to ship unassembled and I received an email confirming my request. Parts didn't ship out on Friday 4/22, so I check on their website and all parts...
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    Monarch is REQUIRED to pre-test cpu/mobo combos?

    I ordered a retail A64 and DFI mobo with the free HL2 and FarCry promotion where Monarch pre-tests the setup. I don't want this, I wanted to put it together myself. I just called Monarch and they said the game promotion with AMD REQUIRES them to pre-test the cpu/mobo combo and I have to...
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    Whats the difference b/w these hard drives??

    Both are Seagate 160GB SATA drives http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=22-148-034&depa=1 http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=22-148-018&depa=1
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    380W Seasonic enough for this system?

    http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=17-151-022&depa=0 System specs are going to be A64 3000+ winchester or venice DFI LanParty Ultra-D 2x512 PC-3200 X800 XL Audigy2 ZS 160Gb SATA DL DVD writer I do plan on OCing and will likely want to upgrade to next gen...
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    Recommend some anime titles for me please

    Planning to get some anime for the g/f as part of a birthday gift, but I have no idea which ones to buy. She likes the cutsie ones where the girls beat up on the guys with additional furry little animal characters, etc, etc. Or just some good overall anime for a 24 y/o anime lover. I'm...
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    First post-college paycheck..

    What is going on with state tax, SS, medicare? I'm sure I should have more deductions than this.. :confused: I have 1 allowance. Taxes and Deductions: FICA FED WT CA DIS I'm not sure what these are exactly, but I think they're 2 Federal deductions and one CA disability deduction...
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    Advice/help with business network.

    We currently have a router going to a hub, and from there, we have about 20 computers hooked up to the hub. We want to keep the server at the current room, but we are expanding into the next suite. What would be the best solution to connect the new computers in the next suite to our server...
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    Advice/help with business network.

    We currently have a router going to a hub, and from there, we have about 20 computers hooked up to the hub. We want to keep the server at the current room, but we are expanding into the next suite. What would be the best solution to connect the new computers in the next suite to our server...
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    Name this drug!

    My company is letting us input some names for a drug we will be mass producing for one of our clients. It's an anti-viral drug.. it basically alerts the body of which cells are infected with a virus so it can effectively attack it. Name that drug, anything that is catchy or relevant!
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    Logitech Z-5500: no sound from center channel

    SB Live! 5.1 :o Connected via analog and digital coaxial Yes, set at "5.1 speakers" in sound settings Center channel works for ProLogic streaming and digital sound (through analog and digtal respectively), but via analog, there is no sound through the center channel when in "6 Channel...
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    Do all Hondas have interference engines?

    :confused: Looking at a 2005 Accord or 2005 Camry. I know the Camry has a non-interference engine and all earlier model Hondas have interference engines, but what about the new models? EDIT: For anyone who didn't know, 2003-current Accords are interference engines, but are equipped...
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    Possible to hook up LCD panel to DVD player?

    I haven't seen an LCD panel with video connectors. My dad wants to use one for portable karaoke.
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    X800 XL $299.99 @ Fountain Valley, CA FRY'S

    Just got back from Fry's and they have about 10 ATI X800 XL boxed @ $299.99. This is in Fountain Valley, CA. Take 405, exit Euclid.
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    WTF!!!!! Sister got shot at!

    Shes spending the night at her friend's house since her work is close to there. She gets up at 6:40am to leave and some dickwad is trying to get her attention from the sidewalk... She had already locked the door so she got in her car which was about 15ft from the front door. She pulls out...
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    help: Salary range for this job description??

    update #3 Went again to interview with their operations manager this morning. Then just got an email with a revised offer - 30,000! WoooWEee! Thanks ATOT for the advice!! :) Cliffs: 1. Interview 2. Lowballed w/ 26k 3. ATOT 4. Sandwich 5. ...... 6. PROFIT! update #2 Called...
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    Best Digital Camera

    Looking for a great all around digital camera for no more than $300.
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    Help choosing 2 speakers

    UPDATE: Nevermind, I'm letting her use my old Altec Lansing 2.1s *sigh* my roomate decided to purchase speakers without asking me... She ended up buying these crappy $20 GE 2.0 I told her she could do so much better for another $10 and to return those POS. But I can't find a decent 2.0 or...
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    Salary: how much should I look/ask for?

    UPDATE: Just got back from the interview, it seem to have went well. He assured me that this is not the typical cold calling sales position. They sell and buy LCD panels and distribute them based on client needs. Actually it does sound like cold calls... eh ok, should I take this? 24K...
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    nForce 4 Ultras can run SLI

    WTF!?! Didn't anyone see the AT article? I was reading it, then clicked on the next page and it redirects me to an article search page. Now the article isnt on the front page anymore. Anyway, they say that the nForce4 Ultra is really just an nForce4 SLI with SLI capability disabled. MSI...
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    Is there a mass storage PDA?

    I need a PDA that with lots of storage space so I can transfer pictures from my digital camera via a CF card. The largest storage I've seen is 128mb from an HP iPAQ. :frown: I need something that has at least 1gb of onboard storage space.
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    Is there a windows based OC utility for PIII?

    PIII 1Ghz Tyan Tomcat i815e model S2060 2x256 PC-133 Ti4200 XP Pro Just picked up a Ti4200 and now the CPU is the bottleneck, was wondering if I could OC via a utility in Windows. Or is it just a lost cause since the mobo does not support any OCing?
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    What time does USPS usually deliver??

    Waiting on a package sent out at 11AM on Tues Dec 14 via 2 day priority.. still waiting (4:39pm PT).
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    Is there an MP3 Player/PDA??

    With many color screen, photo viewing MP3 players, I was wondering if there is one with PDA functions. I am looking for just basic address book and scheduling capabilities. I've read most of the color lcd mp3 player reviews on Cnet, but have not been able to find one with the said capabilities.