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    Raid 1 help : want to take out a drive

    Hello all I have two drives in a raid 1 config. I want to take one drive offline and use it for another purpose. Is this at all possible? I have the data backed up elsewhere and just wanna free up one of the drives. It is a LSI PCI card...nothing fancy with 2 WD500GB drives thanks
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    Being sauced at 2.30 on a Tuesday afternoon is wicked!

    That is all ...but posting about it isn't. Moderator allisolm
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    Need name of song

    Evening ATOT; Came across this advertisement and am going crazy trying to find the artist/name of the song. Any help is appreciated! E-cookies and beer for anyone who manages to find out the above! ;) Thanks
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    Daniel Craig workout

    Hello all; Was browsing the Mens Health website and came across this. I know celebrity workouts do not necessary mean you will end up looking like said star but was wondering if anyone has a opinion on it? It seems rather simple...missing something maybe? Thanks
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    Anyone here take Celexa?

    Hello, all; I was recently prescribed Celexa, albeit at a low dose (10mg/day) for the above issues. I was wondering if anyone had any experiences with this medication? Thank you in advance
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    Appropriate or not? : Tickets to symphony

    Hello, all; As a sort of 'good-bye and thank you' token for an individual who has helped me during the last ~6 months with some personal issues, would two tickets to the symphony be considered appropriate? Thank you
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    YAET: Item described as working arrives partially DOA

    Hello, all; Before bidding on and winning a vintage A/V receiver, I specifically asked the seller if (1) all lights/lamps were working (2) was there any scratchiness/static on the controls and (3) if there was anything else wrong with it. The seller responded that the reciever was fine and...
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    How to connect speakers to reciever?

    Hello I have a vintage H/K 330b receiver with what looks like binding posts without the hole in the middle. Do I just wrap the speaker wire (12AWG- is this too thick?) around the posts and screw them down? Also, the speaker section on the receiver is marked {Right GRD} {Left GRD} with...
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    What would you write in a Christmas card to the postman?

    Hello, all; This is usually the purview of my parents but they are on vacation. Consequently, I am scrambling to write all Christmas cards and wrap presents for the neighbours, postman etc. What exactly would you write in a Christmas card to the postman (ours is a female if it makes any...
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    Questions on speaker impedance load?

    Hello, all: I have a vintage H/K 330B receiver whose specs are as follows: Power Output : 18W min. RMS/ch, both ch driven @ 8 ohms (50Hz - 20kHz < 0.8%THD) 22W RMS/ch, both driven @ 8 ohms (1kHz < than 0.8% THD) Power Bandwidth : 25Hz - 20kHz at < 1% THD @ 8 ohms both channels driven...
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    Opinion on PSB Century 300 as bookshelf speakers?

    Hello all First post in the A/V forum, so take it easy on me ;) Anyways, I was wondering how these speakers would perform as part of a stereo system (no sub) driven by a vintage H/K 330B. These will mainly be for music/light radio. I can get these speakers relatively cheap used...
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    Another quick accounting question

    When a report states a figure x that is in millions of dollars, do you multiply x by a million to get the "real" number? Thanks in advance
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    Accountants of ATOT: Does net profit = net earnings?

    Reading some financial statements and have always been confused by this?
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    YAEbayT: Seller unresponsive to emails

    Hello all I had won an auction on Thursday evening, immediately after which an automated invoice was sent. My problem was with the shipping amount, in that it seemed the wrong information was inputed to derive it. The auction stated that international shipping was simply "more", something I...
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    Tips for indoor vegetable/herb growing in the fall/winter?

    Hello all; I am looking to do some light indoor gardening this coming fall/winter and was looking for some tips as how to proceed. Insofar, I have chosen to some herbs (sage, mint etc) due to the hardiness and expected amount of sunlight in the room. Is there anything I should know in...
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    I remember reading an article about the adverse effects of Sunny D, including health problems

    I dont know where but I recall reading an article about how Sunny D is lacking in certain vitamins but cant seem to find it or am I just imagining things? I would greatly appreciate if someone could link/find it. I am wracking my brains trying to google/search for it. Thanks
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    Is it bad/dangerous to mount a hard drive at a slight angle?

    Trying to get another hd into a sff case and the only way is to mount it at an angle. would a 25-30 degree fitting cause any adverse effects? thanks
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    BBC: Molten metal kills China workers

    Read about it here. I cannot imagine the aftermath and what rescue/cleanup would entail.
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    NAS Thread: Synology DS-101j vs QNAP TS-101

    Looking at either of these two to serve as a NAS, media server, print server and BT downloader. They seem similar in features but the QNAP (from reviews) seems to better overall. Anyone else have a comment? Thanks in advance
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    Places for Counseling in Toronto for Depression?

    Looking for places in TO that provide counseling for depression, preferably at no or minimum charge (starving student syndrome). This is for a friend who is hypomanic and has recently regressed, although does not want to acknowledge it. Around North York would be best. Thanks
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    Describe yourself through a TV show

    Although I am the last person to advocate mindless television watching, what television show would best describe yourself? Personally, "Lost" or "Battlestar Galactica" for their themes of salvation or redemption in unknown locales. Please explain why you choose your particular show.
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    Best NAS Enclosure?

    Looking for a NAS enclosure in the 100-150$ range to serve as backup, print server and be able to stream videos to XBMC. I will supply the drives. Possible? Thanks
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    Whats for dinner tonight?

    Having some good ole' mash potatoes, chicken, sweet beans, steamed veg and fresh croissants Take that ATOT! ;)
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    YACT: 1999 Dodge Caravan Indicator Problems

    Hello All The family Caravan has a strange indicator problem wherein the turn signals will completely stop working. Also, since the indicators are linked to the DRL, these are not active. I replaced both bulbs but still no go. However, sometimes an odd sound similar to a fuse/switch reseting...
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    Anyone use this before?

    Link here I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this streaming device. Can it be used even when your pc is off to access radio stations? How is the quality? Firmware problems? Thanks in advance
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    UPS Customs forms: After you print them out, where do they go?

    After you print out the three forms, do you affix them to the package? or what? Thanks
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    UPS Help: Shipping from Canada to US

    Trying to ship a gift to the US and have no freaking clue as to how UPS online shipping works. I got the customs form but have no idea about tariff codes, brokers, shippers identification number etc. Are there different forms for regular shipments and commercial shipments? I tried calling...
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    Best way to ship a 7.5kg package to the States from Canada?

    Must have tracking or delivery confirmation and be insurable up to $200 CAD. It can take up to a week to arrive. Thanks
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    ATOT Doctors: Low blood/sugar, low blood pressure or something else?

    Every morning for the last few years, I have awoken with a dull headache, tense neck/upper body and poor focus. However, after eating breakfast, this usually subsides. Additionally, lying down and getting up produces a dizzy spell, albeit temporarily. I know that blood rushes as you get up but...
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    U.S. military probes civilian killings in Iraq

    Article here The U.S. military is investigating reports that American soldiers executed 11 Iraqi civilians, including four children and a baby, reports say. An Iraqi police report says five children under school age, four women and two men were shot dead by U.S. troops during a raid on a...
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    Bush says U.S. military will defend Israel from Iran

    Article here "But now that I'm on Iran, the threat to Iran, of course - the threat from Iran is, of course, their stated objective to destroy our strong ally Israel. That's a threat, a serious threat. It's a threat to world peace; it's a threat, in essence, to a strong alliance. I made it...
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    NAFTA panel rules U.S. erred in assessing Cdn softwood subsidies

    The NAFTA panel ruled today that duties were improperly calculated and applied. However, lobby groups are already up in arms: "The NAFTA panel decision issued today is gravely flawed and signifies a potential end to an important antidote in the U.S. lumber industry's efforts to counter the...
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    Anyone have experience with IBM Home Director hardware?

    It is hardware designed to automate your house. Unfortunately, I do not have the original discs and am trying to find a substitute program, such as x10 software. However, the x10 software does not see the serial module. Opinions/comments/suggestions? Thanks
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    Pirated movies on Google Video

    Searched for saw, final destination On Google Video, there are full length movies. Thats it *deleted links mods
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    New Star Wars series to run for 100 episodes

    I dont think they will make that far, considering how the franchise is going Story here
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    Best micro/shelf audio system?

    It has to be able to play mp3 on cdr/rw, digital am/fm, feature two speakers and be priced under 200$ Possible?
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    The greatest neffer to grace ATOT?

    Imo, I think Nikamichi took the crown as the biggest neffer especially with his "OMG MAH PEEPEE FEELZ BETTAR!" Others?
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    VID: Crazy Russian drivers

    Wtf? :beer: to whoever comes up with the best Soviet Russia joke
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    Any professional/trade magazines where to advertise the sale of a mattress business?

    Looking for some sort of professional/trade magazine/newspaper in which to advertise the sale of a foam/mattress business in Toronto? Thanks