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    Windows MCE 2005 Video Freezing Problems... HELP!

    I've been experiencing a lot of weird MCE video problems lately. I'll be watching TV (live or recorded) through MCE and all of a sudden (random) the frame freezes and only audio will continue. The only way to get video back is to restart the computer. When this happens all video, even in other...
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    System upgrade MEMORY recommendations needed...

    I've had my system for a while now but am thinking of upgrading my RAM memory to boost performance. My system specs as below: AMD Athlon64 Winchester 3000+ DFI LanParty Ultra-D NF4 Corsair Value 1GB (512x2) Leadtek PX 6600GT TDH PCIE Hauppauge PVR250 Seagate Barracuda SATA 200GB NEC...
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    Adding 320GB HDD to 200GB HDD setup - Please help newbie configure...

    I added an additional 320GB (SATA) to my existing 200GB (SATA) setup. It installed fine but how do I configure it? It doesn't show up show up on Explorer, only the 200GB shows up as the Local Disk (C:). How do I get the 2 drives to work together? Is this the best way to utilize the 200 and 320...
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    ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS - programs won't delete, how do I remove them?

    I installed a bunch of trial programs on my Dell Axim PPC, which left a number of directories and programs on my desktop windows. I went into ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS in Control Panel to remove those programs I didn't want but some cannot be removed. Anyone know why? How do I get these files deleted?
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    Windows MCE Remote Control Problem - Suddenly stopped working... HELP!!!

    I have Windows Media Center Edition and have a remote control (Microsoft) that I have been using without a single problem for almost a year now. All of a sudden yesterday, the remote stops working, what gives? Noe of the buttons are responding I have tried changing batteries in the remote and...
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    Windows MCE Remote Control Problem - Suddenly stopped working... HELP!!!

    I have Windows Media Center Edition and have a remote control (Microsoft) that I have been using without a single problem for almost a year now. All of a sudden yesterday, the remote stops working, what gives? Noe of the buttons are responding I have tried changing batteries in the remote and...
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    Computer shut down while using... kept doing this and couldn't get it to stay on

    I was on the computer and all of a sudden it shut down. I thought I kicked the power cord but didn't. I powered it back up and everything looked normal (expect it went to the screen that gives you the option of starting in Safe Mode or Normal, etc.) but shortly shut down again. I waited a while...
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    Memtest & Prime - How long should I run them?

    How long should I run Memtest for to burn-in new (replacement for my faulty ones) memory? How long should I run Prime for? Which particular test? Can I still use the computer for normal tasks while running Prime?
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    Faulty DIMM - RMA question - replace one or both?

    My computer has been running fine since build (about 1 1/2 months ago) but suddenly does strange things (unable to run programs, restarts, etc.) over the weekend. I thought it was a virus so I formatted my HDD and tried to reinstall OS. But couldn't because kept getting error messages stating...
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    Adding 1GB (for total of 1GB) - What are the +s and -s?

    If I'm watching over-the-internet streaming video, surfing the web, running a anti-virus program, and recording a TV show (with MCE) at the same time is 1 GB of memory sufficient? If I were to add another 1 GB memory what advantages and disadvantages will I experience? Is this recommended? Will...
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    Gamepad - Any recommendations?

    What's a good gamepad to get for my system? I heard Saitek might be good and sony PS2 pad with adapter. BTW, for the latter, what kind of adapter would one require and where can you buy one?
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    Windows MCE - opening Windows logo big and blurry - why?

    I have Windows MCE2005 installed - When I power up the computer, the "Windows XP" logo is displayed bigger (in size) and a bit blurry (not very sharp) - does anyone know why this is? How do you fix it?
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    From 6600GT to 6800GT - What are the gains?

    What can I expect if I upgrade to eVGA 6800GT from Leadtek 6600GT TDH? Other than games, what other areas/programs will improve with the upgrade? Are the 6800GTs worth double the 6800GTs? Is the eVGA 6800GT a good card?
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    BIOS terms - please define what they are, what they do, and settings

    I was wondering if someone could define BIOS these terms for me. Also, what they do and what they should be set at. 1. Full Screen LOGO Show 2. CPU Thermal-Throttling 3. **PCI Express relative items** Maximum Payload Size
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    When running game - corrupted video - Why?

    After the computer is turned on and programs have been running (but finished and closed), eg, ms Word, media center TV, etc. and I try to run a game (Splinter Cell or Prince of Persia WW) the video from the time it starts up is corrupted - in a shattered / jagged pattern (top 1/4 of the screen)...
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    CPU-Z question

    Is CPU-Z a good program to have and use?
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    OCing 3000+ - What numbers should I start with?

    I'm thinking of OCing my CPU. What is a good HTT and multiplier to start with on a 3000+? Do I have to fiddle with any other numbers (eg, voltage, memory, etc.)?
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    How do you make it go directly into windows on boot up?

    When I first installed OS on my system - on boot up it went straight into Windows but ( i think, after installing NET 1.1) now it stops at the "select user" screen and won't go into Windows unless a user is selected. Since there is only one designated user I don't need to select - Is there a way...
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    Newegg - do they offer retroactive price match?

    Does Newegg offer a retroactive price match service? That is, if I bought item A 3 weeks ago at $200 and today it's selling for $170 do they refund the difference? If so, what are the details?
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    Adding Raptor - How do you use it?

    Will I notice a significant improvement in speed (boot up, install, gaming, etc.) by adding a 74 Raptor? (Sorry for the dumb question but) How would one go about using 2 HDDs? Do I have to reinstall everything? Because the Seagate is set as C: I have to start from scratch and make the Raptor the...
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    PSA - Corsair Value is $115.90 free shipping

    Corsair Value Select is only $115.90 w. free shipping @ ZipZoom (http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=80098-21&ps=ho1). I already have 1GB memory and according to everyone here an extra 1GB will NOT make my system better off, right? Too bad, the price is too good to...
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    3DMark score... what now?

    I just ran 3DMark but... why is my score so low. I scored 3252. That is low, isn't it? How can improve it?
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    Prime95's been running 15 hours... now what?

    My computer has been running Prime95 (Blend Test) for the last 15 hours or so now... how much longer should I run it? I see that it's putting it through a bunch of different tests - is there anything I should be looking for? What do the numbers tell me? What signs indicate a healthy system? I...
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    Performance Tests - Which ones do I run?

    Once the computer is up and running, which tests should you run to gauge performance level? The main ones (after reading through posts) are Prime and Memtest but which particular tests within these programs do you run and what are you testing for and hoping to see? Please provide step by step...
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    Going from 2 (1GB) memory to 4 (2GB) - What gain?

    What type of gains would I experience if I added 2 more sticks (2x512MB) of memory to my system?
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    Should I add a 36 or 74GB Raptor to my system?

    Would you recommend I get a 36 or 74GB Raptor as my OS HDD for my system? Would this help speed things up (boot up and etc.)? Is 36GB enough as a OS (& program) HDD? Would you suggest this setup? Is there a significant gain to be had?
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    XP MCE problem - no internet connection, no driver install, etc. - please diagnose!

    I found this post (below) on another forum and it is EXACTLY the problem I am facing... if anybody has answers please help. I built a new PC and bought Windows XP Media Center Edition as my OS. I'll skip the part about how I finally got it to load properly after trying for 2 days. PROBLEM 1)...
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    Does the HDD deteriorate with every format?

    Does the HDD deteriorate with every format? Can you do it as many times as you want and still retain its integrity and performance?
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    When and why do you flash the BIOS?

    When and why do you flash the BIOS? I am experiencing problems with either the video card or motherboard. The BIOS screens are not legible (totally scrambled) but once it enters Windows everything seems to work fine. Also, the screen at the opening and during Prince of Persia stuck (& had to...
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    Video & TV signal - What component(s) dictate quality?

    What component(s) is responsible for delivering a good video / TV signal? How do you get rid of the "sticking" and "freezing" on (eg) TV signal?
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    Faulty Motherboard - What are some signs?

    I'm trying to figure if the problems I'm facing are due to my motherboard or video card - What are some signs that indicate a faulty motherboard?
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    Video card problem or Motherboard problem - Please help figure this out!

    Please help. The following are the events that I have encountered: 1. I'm still having "bios" screen problems - scrambled and not legible. All other screens are fine (Windows XP, install (blue) screens, and Seagate DiscWizard (dos-type) screens) 2. I was finally able to format the HDD by...
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    Assigning HDD as C: - Automatic or adjustment needed?

    I have 1 hard drive, 1 floppy, 1 DVD, and 1 CD. I want the hard drive to be teh C: drive. Will the computer assign the hard drive as the C: automatically? Do I have to unplug any of the other devices prior to installing OS to achieve this?
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    HDD / Format Problem - Can't install OS - NEED HELP IMMEDIATELY!!!

    My setup: Athlon64 Winchester 3000+ / DFI Ultra-D NF4 / Corsair Value 1GB (512x2) / Leadtek PX 6600GT TDH / Hauppauge PVR250 / Seagate SATA 200GB / NEC 3520A DVD / Pioneer CRW-F1 CD / Mitsumi 7 in 1 Floppy / OCZ Powerstream 420W - just finished building it a week ago. I wanted to erase...
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    HDD / Format Problem - Can't install OS - NEED HELP IMMEDIATELY!!!

    My setup: Athlon64 Winchester 3000+ / DFI Ultra-D NF4 / Corsair Value 1GB (512x2) / Leadtek PX 6600GT TDH / Hauppauge PVR250 / Seagate SATA 200GB / NEC 3520A DVD / Pioneer CRW-F1 CD / Mitsumi 7 in 1 Floppy / OCZ Powerstream 420W - just finished building it a week ago. I wanted to erase...
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    XP MCE2005 Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) - work with Canada?

    Is the Windows XP MCE2005 Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) compatible with Canadian listings?
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    Help OVERCLOCK - 3000+ / DFI Ultra-D / Corsair etc.

    My system is as follows: Athlon64 Winchester 3000+ / DFI Ultra-D NF4 / Corsair Value 1GB (512x2) / Leadtek PX 6600GT TDH / Hauppauge PVR250 / Seagate SATA 200GB / NEC 3520A DVD / Pioneer CRW-F1 CD / Mitsumi 7 in 1 Floppy / OCZ Powerstream 420W Now... please help me OVERCLOCK this thing. I...
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    200GB HDD showing up as 127.99GB - why is this happening?

    My 200GB Seagate SATA Hard Drive is showing up as being only 127.99GB. After some investigating, I found out that 58.32GB are "unallocated". Why is this? How do I reclaim this space? (nOOb question) What is the purpose of partitioning a hard drive?
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    Leadtek PX6600GT TDH owners - which included software do I install?

    There's a bunch of programs that come included with the Leadtek PX6600GT TDH - eg, Driver, WinFox, Winfast PVR, Muvee, Winfast DVD, etc. - which ones did you install and which ones should not be installed? The driver from the Nvidia should be install instead of the one that's included right?
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    Formating Hard Drive on XP - Is there a way to do this?

    How do I format my hard drive? I am running XP right now but want to erase everything and start from scratch. In Windows 98 I use to format by doing the following from the DOS screen - format c:/u. Is there a similar function? If so, please advise.