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    Hey I need help with my computer...it's broken?

    Us AnandTechers being more technically inclined than our peers probably get a lot of requests to fix someone else's PC. People forget to plug in a cable...or need to configure their routers...or wondering why there PC is running so slow - this is a tough one assuming you don't use the...
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    UPS Damaged Box

    Has anyone ever had UPS open up their package?? Long story short I ordered a car accessory online to enable auxiliary input on my car and just got the package at my front door step today. I pick up the box and notice there is a large square tear on the top as if someone cut a square hole...
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    Bay to Breakers

    Any forum goers in the SF Bay Area interested in doing the Bay to Breakers run on the 17th? www.baytobreakers.com 12km run/walk through SF. You don't have to be a serious runner to participate!
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    SanDisk Sansa Fuze 1.9" Black 2GB MP3 - $29.99 + FS

    It's a recertified unit, but @ $30 and FS you can't go wrong with this as a small gift for someone. I own one and it's probably one of the best little mp3 players Sandisk has thrown out there. They've taken a lot of feedback from their mistakes made on previous players and this is nearly the...
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    Study: Women less able to suppress hunger than men (AP)

    http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/200..._me/sci_obesity_gender --- They performed brain scans on 13 women and 10 men, who had fasted overnight, to determine how their brains responded to the sight of their favorite foods. They report their findings in Tuesday's edition of Proceedings of the...
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    Vista BSOD in-game.

    I've been getting a lot of in-game BSODs lately while playing Warcraft III (happens as early as 5 minutes into a game). I downloaded MSFT's debugger tool and below I have the details. It seems like the culprit is dxgkrnl.sys, but I'm not sure how to resolve this...
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    Asics Gel Stratus 2.1

    I first found this price when I was doing a last minute search before buying from Footlocker with the friends and family deal. Even after the discount at footlocker I was paying about $68 after shipping and taxes. It's on sale at RoadRunner Sports which is a reputable store on Amazon. I...
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    Why do some DDR3 sets come in threes?

    For Example: http://promotions.newegg.com/I...2fcorei7%2f620x130.jpg Is it a marketing gimick? Is there a performance benefit?
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    Anything I can do to check volume or mute in Vista?!

    I've been looking into writing a script that can detect a user's volume level and whether or not it is muted in Vista. I've looked into possible registry values associated with audio (this was a method for XP), but I don't think it's possible in Vista. I've looked at WMI calls, but again I...
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    Link Depot 80mm Case Fans 4-Pack for $4.99

    At Frys.com: http://shop1.frys.com/product/4586797 Free shipping really makes this a nice deal for anyone who still uses 80mm fans. $5 is worth it just to try them out. They are at least labeled as quiet fans and have had good reviews on Newegg...
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    Is Steam down for anyone?

    Keep getting a "connection error".
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    Nvidia 9800 GT Video Card?

    I stumbled upon it here: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814130379 Searched and pretty much found no reviews about this card. Was it a dud? I never heard anything about it's release. My only guess at it's current pricepoint is that it's somehow a weaker version of the 9800...
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    ATI 4850 w/ Accelero S1 Rev.2 Installation PICs

    I installed a new Accelero on my 4850 and took pictures to help get rid of anymore confusion there is about installing one. Posted on Hardforums because I could add the pictures straight into the post =D. Here is the thread: http://www.hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1329747
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    GTX 260 Possibly $224.99 after $30 REBATE! Free Ship.

    To top it all off it's an EVGA card =D. I'm looking at this price and now I think people could seriously consider this over a 4870 setup. http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814130372 Best thing is the rebate is small so you don't have to worry about it so much. EDIT: You...
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    3dmark 06 won't start after installing 4850.

    I just got a nice Powercolor 4850 card and decided to replace my old 8600gts. I ran 3dmark 06 with my 8600gts card just before taking it out and everything went fine. Got something like 5800 3dmarks. However after installing the 4850 card, 3dmark 06 just freezes at the first popup saying...
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    *DEAD* Powercolor ATI Radeon HD 4850 $145 AR

    Taken from SD. For those of you that missed the first ASUS deal. This is just as good rivaling the cheapest price these cards have ever been. Newegg has the Powercolor HD 4850 PCI-Express Video Card for $185 - $25 Rebate - $15 Coupon (Code: VGA71415) = $145 with free shipping.
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    Razer Pro|Type Multimedia USB Keyboard with iPod Dock

    Link is here: http://www.clubit.com/product_....cfm?itemno=CA3800201# Newegg has it for $94.99 + $6.99 S&H here: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...14007&Tpk=razer%2bipod Looks like a good deal. Here's a short review.
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    Day of Defeat: Source Free Weekend

    There's a new update going on with a new map (palermo) and added achievements much like in Team Fortress 2. I used to be a big DoD fan before TF2 came out. If you're looking for more realistic classic combat, try this FPS out. http://www.steampowered.com/dod/palermo/
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    Plantronics .Audio 90 = 8.95 + S&H (7.95)

    It's been a while since I've posted in Hot Deals! Plantronics has a nice little clearance section on their website where these deals come up every so often. The Links The link is here: http://www.plantronics.com/nor...nce/computer-clearance If you prefer not to sign up and deal with...
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    Language for developing GUIs.

    I'm kind of interested in developing GUIs just for the heck of it. What do most people use to develop the typical window applications that we all use? Is it C++/Java? Kind of interested in web design too...
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    Anyone still using AOL Kaspersky?

    I've been using the free AOL Kaspersky for a while now. I remember people saying that it wouldn't be supported any longer, yet my updates still keep going. Not sure if this is good or bad...should I switch to something more up to date like AntiVir?
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    A 26-year-old secret could free inmate

    C&P the first half of the article below. I find it ridiculous that lawyers are bound by some "rules and ethics" that prevent them from revealing this kind of information relevant to the case. It's ridiculous. In fact I would say that it would be unethical to NOT reveal that information...
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    Thermaltake Purepower W0100RU ATX 12V 2.0 500W Power Supply

    Newegg Newsletter Coupon Code: EMCABBACE Many of you have probably noticed this in the newsletter, but this is definitely a decent power supply for a great price. http://www.newegg.com/Product/...plies-_-E2L-_-17153052
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    Cooler Master Centurion mATX case

    This is probably one of the best value micro ATX cases out there. I own one, I paid $50 for it back when Newegg had a small rebate, but @ this price it's pretty hot. Front 120mm intake. Upside down configuration allows BTX-like cooling. Two 80mm exhausts. Side intake for processor. Plenty...
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    Getting Audio Through Built-In LCD TV Speakers from PC

    Recently got the 32" Samsung and it has been awesome coming from an old TV. We wanted to try to double the LCD TV as a computer monitor. but we've hit a few problems. The LCD TV has an audio in that supposedly can output audio. I bought one of the M/M stereo cables as seen here...
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    OOS! BFG - NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT OC Graphics Card

    12/13 OOS 12/13 BACK IN STOCK 12/11 OOS http://www.bestbuy.com/site/ol...&cp=1&id=1190678470708 Perhaps an alternative to all those who got in on the Dell deal, but haven't gotten anything out of it.
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    Steam crashing computer.

    Steam had an update today, seemed like any other update. Except when I started Steam back up, I got the blue screen (first time I've ever gotten it in Vista). I restart my computer, start Steam again, get BSOD. WTF is up with Steam?! Vista says it's my anti-virus, but this has only happens...
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    Picture quality question about new LCDs

    I just got a new monitor LG L196WTQ-BF and it has a little area and the bottom right that's slightly brighter than the rest...not sure what's causing this, but will this kind of thing go away? On the same topic, does blacklight bleed eventually dissappear after some use...ie is there some...
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    Recommend better 19" WS monitors.

    Really it comes down to the fact that I feel 20"+ is too big for me. 19" WS seems to be the perfect size. Thing is they are no longer the sweet spot in terms of monitors, no one talks about 19" WS monitors anymore, are the good one's all gone?
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    Microsoft Wireless Notebook Mouse 3000 $9.99 @ OD

    Looks like this model @ Newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16826105042, but it's the retail version. Note that it doesn't come with a driver CD, but doesn't seem to require one to function correctly anyways. Fixed Summary.
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    Games @ CircuitCity for $9.99

    Part of the Labor Day Sale, http://circuitcity.shoplocal.c...d%3dCircuitCity-070902 Can search for the games through the search function, seems like you can order it online or B&M.
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    Logitech G3 @ Circuit City for $29.99 AR + IS

    http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd...ctDetail.do?oid=161878 $59.99 - $10 IS - $20 Rebate (expires 9/15/07) The deal is back, but may not be for long. Back and forward buttons are on either side of mouse so it's perfectly symmetrical. Really good alternative to Razer Mouse if you're into a...
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    2GB Mushkin DDR2 800 memory @ clubIT $82.99

    http://www.clubit.com/product_...P=EMC%2DLaborDay082807 Using this memory in my setup right now and can get to CL 4-4-4-12...it's pretty good and runs on low voltages. The lowest I've seen this @ Newegg was 86.99 and it hasn't been that low for a while, this is a steal! EDIT: Price has...
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    19" or 20" WS Monitor?

    So I'm looking to get a new monitor, and can't decide between the 19" or the 20" widescreen monitors. The 1" accounts for the resolution difference of 1440x900 to 1680x1050. Higher resolution is generally better, but I also play games occassionally. I don't have a high-end video card (rig...
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    Noctua 48CFM 120mm Fan

    What I want to know is, is it worth it to drop $20 on these fans when you can grab any old 120mm fan off Newegg for $5? I have a CM case that's got a meshed front so I can hear the fans as they are and I would like to have a quiet one. This one seems to have gotten good reviews over the...
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    Memory OC question.

    I currently own a pair of Mushkin DDR2800 RAM sticks. Right now I've oc'd my E6320 to 2.6GHz (375 FSB). If I have a choice of two RAM:FSB ratios, one to run my mem at 750MHz (1:1) or 937.5MHz (1.25:1) which one should I use? Does it make a difference in terms of performance what freq. my...
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    Vista: No Video when returning from hibernate

    I've done a bit of googling and have found out that a few other people have the same problem I have...that is, Vista won't display any video upon returning from hibernate. The only way to resolve it is to manually power off the pc then turn it back on. Seems like ppl with Nvidia cards are...
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    Mouse Feet Recommendations.

    I've checked the slicksurf site, but they seem to be having "logistical problems". @ FrozenCPU.com they also have hyperglides as well as everglides... Has anyone tried either brand or anything else and have something to recommend?
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    6 button Logitech G3 Laser Gaming Mouse @ CC $29.99 AR !!

    Deals for this mouse come few and far between, it typically goes for $45 to $60. 59.99 - $10off - $20 Rebate = 29.99AR. Link. Here's a review. Locked at the request of dds14u -Schadenfroh
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    Vista minor annoyances?

    Not a Vista bashing thread... For the most part, Vista seems to run fine. But so far I've run into two minor annoyances that are buggin the heck outta me. 1) A lot of settings don't get saved: This ranges from things like folder views to mouse sensitivity. 2) When I have Desktop...