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    Seagate HDD failure

    I?ve always gone with WD for my HDD?s but this time around I went with Seagate, don?t ask me why. But it bit me in the ass. After about 30 days of use it decided that it didn?t want the BIOS recognizing it anymore. Same deal with my other computer. I?ve tried using SeaTools to find the drive, no...
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    Computer restarts after POST

    Hello, The night before shutdown was smooth, nothing strange. In the morning computer boots to Windows logo and then restarts. Odd, I was able to get into safe mode and remote desktop to the system. I re-installed my video drivers, nothing. I took out my video card cleaned it, nothing. After...
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    Converting MP3's into CD player compatible files

    I have a good bit of MP3's and have looked for encoders so I can play my music in the car without buying an MP3 player compatible deck. I found some but they all want money or they infect your computer. Any help is much appreciated, thanks a lot. -anthony
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    Google Adsense

    I?m under 18 years of age (17), was wondering if that would affect my ability to put Google ad sense on my website? Also any other bits of information I should know about before I start putting ads on my website. I plan on putting one ad in the top right corner; for the most part it?s out of the...
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    Fedora Core 4 - Setting up server

    Im Very new to Linux so please bear with me. So Im trying to set up a server using Fedora Core 4, following this guide The Perfect Setup - Fedora Core 4. Im on page 3, "Configure Additional IP Addresses" first, of all it wont let me add/edit/save files in the /network-scripts/ folder because...
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    Setting up a linux webserver

    I want to turn my old 750mhz Duron, 512mb RAM, 26GB HDD, computer into a web server. I?m going to use Ubuntu Linux Distro, with I think GNOME GUI. Since I currently have windows 98se on that computer I want to do a clean install of Linux. But my only question is will have I driver issues?
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    PWS Electric Consumption

    I?m thinking about turning an old 750mhz Duron, 512mb RAM into a web server. I believe the Power Supply is a 350Watt, how much do you think it would cost (ball park) to run this puppy 24/7?
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    Problem sharing files

    I have 2 computers networked together, one using XP PRO, and the other XP HOME. I use to have 2 accounts on both computers, but I removed one account since I only wanted to have access to my computer. This is where I lost rights to access the other computer, although the other computer can...
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    Building/Upgrading Computer for a freind.

    My friend wants to upgrade his computer. This is what I picked out for him. He picked the case, and wants an ATI video card. ASUS Radeon X800 EAX800/2DTV/256M/A Video Card - Retail http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814121529 AMD Athlon 64 3000+ 1GHz FSB Socket 939...
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    newbie to networking

    I just finished building my computer, so now I have 3 computers. Only 2 of them are worth being online. So I bought the http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16833124010 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16833124115 Installed everything fine, followed their...
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    Windows recovered from a "serious" error

    This is my new system that I just built. My signature has the specs. Everything works fine, but sometimes it randomly restarts. Here is the error I received when I logged back into windows. http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/4923/clipboard022cc.jpg What should I do?
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    Couple Questions after first PC build.

    Everything went smooth as butter. Just had a few questions since I?m a newbie. 1. I have all my fans hooked up together on one Molex line; at the end I have my SATA II HDD. Is this a bad idea, should I run it on its own power line? 2. Could someone recommend program[s] that I could use to...
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    53C on the GPU

    Im getting 53C on my 6600GT, while my CPU (Althon 64 3200+) is around 26C. My case temps are about 35C. Do you think I have to reseat my GPU? Is it safe to run? Im a newbie...
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    Install SATA Drivers?

    My BIOS recognized my SATA II WD 160GB 7200rpm, and so did windows so should I still install the drivers? Might be to late since im formatting my HDD as I write this post.
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    Cleaning Processor Before Seating HeatSink?

    Okay, I?m a Newbie. So I finally received my $1000 worth of parts. I put my power supply in my case, hooked it up to an outlet and made sure the PWS is off (0 position). I have my motherboard laying on an Anti-Static bag, and have the processor (Athlon 64 3200+) laying in it's home. I see some...
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    Last group of questions before I buy.

    Parts that will accommodate my new computer: Case: Thermaltake Tsunami Video Card: eVGA 128-P2-N368-TX Geforce 6600GT 128MB 128-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Video Card - Retail PWS: OCZ ModStream ATX 450W RAM: CORSAIR ValueSelect 1GB (2 x 512MB) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200)...
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    First time builder, Athlon 64 Rig

    After months deciding and finding out what?s best for me, I came up with this: Motherboard: CHAINTECH VNF4/Ultra CPU:AMD Athlon 64 3200+ Video Card: eVGA Geforce 6600GT 128MB PCI-Express x16 RAM: CORSAIR ValueSelect 1GB HDD: Western Digital Caviar SE Serial ATA150 DVD Drive: NEC -...
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    OCZ ModStream $70 (newegg)

    My build is going to be using one of these power supplies. This is a budget PC, and want to save as much $$ as I can, who doesn?t. I was reading the Terms and Conditions and found this "OCZ Products may not be returned for refund once the rebate form has been submitted." Does this mean that if...
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    First Timer

    I've done some light computer work, wire management, installing HDD, installing burner, easy stuff. Now that I have the money saved up I want to build my own computer. This is hardware I am getting Wish List I know the basic idea on how to build a computer, fairly easy, just need some...
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    Budget Athlon 64 system

    For my birthday I want to build an A64 system. An upgrade from a Duran 750mhz, and a Xp1400+. My budget is under $1000US, preferably $900. My Wish List I might get an SATA HDD, or just reformat the one I am using in one of my other computers (WD 80Gb 8mg Cache 7200rpm) The case which...
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    Computer Fan

    I have an old 750mhz Duron, and my fan on my CPU has always had a weird sound to it, but every now and then it gets really loud, and after a few minutes it calms down. Its really pissing me off, should get a new fan and just replace that on my heat sink?
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    xoxide.com

    I am looking for some drive bay covers. I need two 5.25 and one 3.5 drive bay covers in sliver. I found them on xoxide.com, but I don't know how to order them. In the shopping cart you can only click on keep shopping. Can someone help?
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    What are the drive covers on the Case called?

    Look at this picture, can you please tell me what you that?
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    Installing Xp Question?

    Ok, I have duel boot system with Windows 98se and Windows 2000pro installed on the C Drive (not a great idea). Windows XP does not allow upgrading from more then one OS installed. So, when I try and install XP I select fresh install. I tell XP to install the installation files on my G drive. So...
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    Uninstalling a OS from a duel boot config

    I have a duel boot configuration on one of my machines, Windows 98se and Windows 2000 professional. I have decided that?s its time to upgrade to windows xp. I own the upgrade version of xp, but I have problems installing it because of both operating systems. How can I uninstall windows 2000...
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    Ultra X-Connect 500w

    I have heard that Ultra is a crappy brand; newegg doesn?t carry their products. Although I have heard some good things about the X-Connect power supply. Do you guys think I should find a better brand? Here are the Specs on the Power Supply, as you can see if the amperage is pretty good on those...
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    Transferring Data Between Two Computers

    Ok, So I have to transfer a bunch of files between two computers. One computer is online, and the other is not. This is just temporary solution to transfer files, what do I need to do this? Would a crossover cable work, and just plug the cable in the Ethernet ports?
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    Ebay

    Anyone ever sell anything on ebay? Is there anything I should look out for? I got a couple of tips like make sure the auction ends on a weekend, and start the bidding low.
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    Newegg

    Newegg is my hook up for computer hardware. I am building a new computer and thats where i am getting my hardware from. I was at xoxide.com because it seem that newegg doesn't carry any Ultra products, is this true? I AM LOOKING FOR A PWS THAT IS QUALTIY, ALSO IS BLACK, AND IF ANY LEDS ONLY RED.
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    OCZ 450w Modstream

    This is a great PSW and want to use it in my build. The only downside i am having is the Blue LED fan inside, my case has a black/red/amber/yellow theme to it, mostly red and black. So i was wondering how hard would it be to replace that fan? How is it connected inside? And if i can find a...
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    Stupid little php program

    please delete the thread
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    mp3 to WMA or CDA

    I need a program that will convert between the two, the reason being i have a stero that doesn't support mp3 and my bro's cd-player doesn' either. I would like a program that is free but if its good i probly won't mind buying it. anthony
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    Making $1000 in 4 months

    I'm 16, dont have a job, very computer orientated is there anyways you guys can think of on how to make $1000 in 4 months? I can make somewebsites, and can do simple php programs, i just need a heads up. And the money is all going toward my new A64 system you can comment on that here Budget...
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    Building a budget A64

    I am building a $900 budget A64 system, here is my wishlist on newegg. Take note that the NVIDIA 6600gt there might not be the one i am getting, i would like the X700pro i just need some input on that, and the rest of the build. My A64 Wishlist anthony EDIT: My new Wishlist on newegg...
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    My new A64 system's compatibility issues?

    This is the system i hope on building for my birthday. Please make note that the video card below may not be the one i will get, any suggests as i am on a budget of $900. Its just easier if i link it to neweggs wishlist. The R1 is just a revision i made to it. I have a question on newegg, i...
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    Can Somone look over this build

    RAIDMAX Black 10-bay Case with 420W Power Supply, Model "ATX-822WBP" -RETAIL Specifications: Case Type: ATX Color: Black Material: Zinc Plated Steel Drive Bays: 5.25" x 4/0, 3.5" x 2/4 (external/internal) Expansion Slots: 7 Front Ports: 2xUSB2.0, 2xAudio Power Supply: 420W Cooling...