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    At wits end regarding critical kernel power event ID 41

    I posted around a month ago my consistent problem with my computer randomly shutting off under a bit of pressure, ie. when I have a game, such as Starcraft 2, and a youtube video open at the same time. With my system, this should not be a problem. So far I have reformatted, bought a new PSU...
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    critical kernel power event ID 41

    CPU temp is 45C, not OCed, and running Corsair Cooling Air Series A50 Performance CPU Cooler. GPU temp with 7 chrome tabs and several non-intensive programs running is 42C. I also just reformatted, and have gotten the same error when I was running Starcraft 2 and watching a youtube video at the...
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    critical kernel power event ID 41

    I have been running 4x4gb for a month before this without much problem though, and have run numerous memory diagnostics, all which found no problem...the two things I could see it potentially being would be my PSU failing or the like, or drivers of something...the only thing is one should be...
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    critical kernel power event ID 41

    The thing is I do not get an error, my screen goes black, and then 6 seconds later programs stop working and I hear a jarring sound from my headphones. Sometimes it turns off my computer automatically, sometimes I just have this black screen and have to turn off the computer myself because it is...
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    critical kernel power event ID 41

    I have been having relatively often BSOD's and lockups on my computer, where I might be doing some multi-tasking, but certainly enough that my computer could be able to handle it. My system had been running fine for 2 months since I bought it in late June, just recently having these random...
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    Crossfire 6850s, i2500k OC, and 600W PSU

    I have an OCZ StealthXStream 600W ATX12V PSU which has served me faithfully for 2 years now. I recently upgraded my computer, and have yet to have problems with the current setup. Just looking online, however, I am getting conflicting reports whether this PSU will be able to handle 2 6850s in...
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    after installing video card drviers, can only see windows default background

    I just purchased a bunch of new components to upgrade my computer. Assembly went fine, and installing and booting up windows, no problems. However, after I installed my graphics card drivers, When I load windows, everything goes fine until the desktop screen, where I just see the default windows...
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    Upgrading 3 year old year gaming computer on a bugdet!

    MSI P67A-G43 (B3) P67 ATX LGA1155 http://www.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=59095 Just a graphics card remains; torn between 6950 1gb and GTX 560 Ti. Doesnt look like either are on sale on ncix.com though...:(, looking for between $220-240 if possible, or lower
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    Upgrading 3 year old year gaming computer on a bugdet!

    It's that time of the year again, time for upgrades, considering my last computer build was 3 years ago! I have been living in Russia for the past year, so am I little out of the loop, but I think I have researched enough to roughly know what is good/bad in today's computer gaming market so here...
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    Samsung RAM not being recognized in A8N-0SLI mobo

    damn, so I would have to buy another one of these for it to work?
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    Samsung RAM not being recognized in A8N-0SLI mobo

    Hello, I just recently got another 512 MB of Samsung RAM to add to the two 512 chips in my motherboard already. This would add up to 1.5gigs. However, I am having a problem because I put the RAM chip into the black DIMM slot for I had to other 2 chips in the blue ones. I put the chip in one, but...
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    *** Official ASUS A8N-SLI Deluxe (nForce4) Thread ***

    Can someone help me? The onboard sound for this motherboard is very echoey on my headset, and it is really annoying me, especially in Quake 3 engine games. It is RealTek AC'97. It didn't happen for the 2 weeks before I got my Evga 6600GT PCI-e. I reformatted, installed everything in correct...
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    Order of installation of SP2 and drivers

    Also, does it matter that my current XP recognizes my dvd rom drive as g:?
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    Order of installation of SP2 and drivers

    I did the slipstream thing, or at leeast I think I did, but didnt make an ISO because there was no option. I have my CD in, but get no prompt to boot from CD. Help!
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    Order of installation of SP2 and drivers

    Do you mean burn SP2 somehow onto my Windows XP with SP1 disc?
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    Order of installation of SP2 and drivers

    I have heard that it is important to insall SP@ and drivers in a specific order. Is this true? Therefore, install SP1-- install network driver with mobo-- download SP2--- install chipset drivers--- install video card drivers-- install audio drivers Can anyone affirm this or prove...
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    Order of installation for SP2 and video drivers

    I have heard that the order that one installs drivers and the like affect gming times, performance, and load times. Would it be: install XP (SP1) somehow transfer SP2 to computer install chipset drivers (I have an Nforce 4 SLI Deluxe) install video crd driver (from CD) (Evga 6600GT PCI-e...
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    To SP2 or not to SP2, that is the question?

    Doesn't it slow down FPS in games, and loading times?
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    Is SP2 for Windows XP necesarry for gaming?

    Edit: Sorry just noticed another thread like this, I'll let it die. :blush:.
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    Antec SuperLanboy

    I have one, http://www.ncix.com/products/i...mp;manufacture=Sunbeam. Very nice, looks real cool.
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    Athlon 64 939 power supply. 3000

    Sorry to threadjack, but I am looking to OC my AMD64 3000+ to 3200+. I have: Asus Nforce 4 SLI deluxe, comp on for 4 hours and temp at 31C or so AMD64 3000+, comp on for 4 hours and 27C or so Thermaltake 420 W PSU, dual fan Antec Super lanboy two 120MM fans, front and rear 9200SE PCI...
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    To those with the Antec Super Lanboy...

    I just got this and an ASUS Nforce 4 SLI Deluxe. I dont know where to put the mic and ear cables to the mobo, and the front power switch doesnt light up. Also, the front panel audio (mic and headphone jack) doesnt work. There are discrepancies between the mobo and manual. Where do I plug in...
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    Best gaming mouse for lefties?

    I just read some reviews, sounds promising. It's not on NCIX, my primary online store. Any other Canadian online stores have it?
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    Best gaming mouse for lefties?

    Azzy, do you game much? FPS? How good is it for gaming?
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    Best gaming mouse for lefties?

    I heard that the Diamondback 1000 or whatever is pretty good for gaming, and is ambedextris...
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    Best gaming mouse for lefties?

    Recently, I bought a MX510 mouse, and it came today. However, it is designed for right-handed people, and is very uncomfortable. Are there any other such really great gaming mouses that are ambedextrius and for left-handed gamers? Thanks.
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    Keyboards for gaming?

    could I change the function of it ie make the windows key do what the alt key does?
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    Keyboards for gaming?

    Hello. Today a stress ball thing just exploded on my keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers,etc. My keyboard is messed up, soI need a new one.My old one was a Packard Bell white keyboard,l and the most important thing about it for me was the lack of a winodws key. There was a space between control...
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    *** Official ASUS A8N-SLI Deluxe (nForce4) Thread ***

    My $35.00 Thermatake 420W PSU came with a 20-24 pin converter :D.
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    ==== Post COOL and USEFUL programs here!!! STICKIED ====

    No Xfire? www.xfire.com Best gaming tool ever. Easily add and chat to friends, see what games they are playing, directly join their game with 2 clicks of the mouse and much more! If you play multi much, or just want to keep track of how much of any game you play (out of the hundred+ supported)...
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    ASUS A8N SLI DELUXE - PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

    Edit: double
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    ASUS A8N SLI DELUXE - PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

    Yes for NCIX. Now I have to wait 6-8 days to confirm my Paypal account :(. Is there anyway to reserve one wthout paying for it while doing this?
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    SLI worth it?

    Sorry for the bump, but can you give me a link to that card please, thanks.
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    Kingston Value RAM

    Wow, thats alot, here, if you don't mind ordering off the net 512 Ram I think it is like $77.50 for 1 stick, and you can get 2 for $150.00 and then shipping...i don't know, but it would not be that much EDIT : And they do ship to Canada, which I live, and this is the RAM I will be getting
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    SLI worth it?

    nv
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    My FUTURE comp

    I am going for a single 6600GT PCI-e in it. I dont have the money to get 2.
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    My FUTURE comp

    Sorry for the bump, but I really need to know if this Case and Power Supply are compatible with each other, and with a Nforce 4 board, AMD 3000+, etc.
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    My FUTURE comp

    I am a canadian citizen, I can't order from newegg sadly :( I see you have the same case as the one I am getting. Will the PSU at the bottom that I posted (Thermaltake 420W) be compatible? Thanks.
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    My FUTURE comp

    OK well I have spet quite some time making sure everything is compatable, and I THINk I have it all set out... My comp Processor : http://www.vibecomputers.com/i...mp;if=n&vID=200007 Mobo : http://www.ncix.com/products/i...8V-DELUXE&manufact ure=ASUS Hard Drive ...
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    NForce 4 motherboards

    Do they ship to Canada? (is hopeful :D).