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    Windows Install: using USB instead of floppy

    Hey guys, When installing XP on my system, at the beginning I go through the routine of pressing F6 and then installing the SATA drivers using a floppy. However, I was wondering if its possible to use a USB thumbdrive instead of a floppy to install those drivers.. even though it says...
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    Installing XP: Using USB instead of Floppy

    Hey guys, When installing XP on my system, at the beginning I go through the routine of pressing F6 and then installing the SATA drivers using a floppy. However, I was wondering if its possible to use a USB thumbdrive instead of a floppy to install those drivers.. even though it says...
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    Overclocking new Dell 700m

    Hi guys, I'm using clockgen to overclock my Dell 700m Centrino. It uses the Intel Pentium M 725 Processor (1.6GHz, 2MB Cache, 400MHz FSB) on the Intel 855GME chipset. Since I didn't see the specific chipset used for Clockgen, I downloaded both versions for Intel: CG-CY28346 CG-ICS952618...
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    Upgrading laptop, memory or hard drive?

    Ok, so I just bought a Dell 700m laptop with 256mb ram and 40gb 4200rpm hard drive. I want to upgrade so my speed is faster and here's my question: Which upgrade path leads to better overall performance? 1x 1gb ram (pc2700) (in addition to the 256mb ram already installed) Cost: approx...
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    New System Build wont BOOT! Help please.

    Hi everyone! I'm having a problem I can't seem to figure out. I just finished building a new system and when I try to boot, it turns on but then shuts off after a couple seconds. Can't seem to understand why. I did not connect any drives (hd, dvdrw, floppy, etc) to the motherboard. Only...
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    Best video card [with dvi] for around $50?

    Looking for a video card with DVI. Don't care about gaming, just surfing the web. However, I would like this card to last through Longhorn, and I heard you need DirectX 9.0 for that and at least a 128mb card. Does OpenGL matter to me if I"m not gaming? I know the 9600/9800PRO are...
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    Best video card [with DVI] under $100?

    I see video cards like the 9200 and 9200SE that have DVI... but what about NVIDIA cards? I'm looking to spend around $50, but if I can't I can max out at $100. How do these cards rank? I found some on Newegg.com for as little as $40 all the way to $70. What's the best card for the money...
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    2 7200RPM drives [Raid 0] VS 1 10,000RPM Raptor Drive

    I don't need a big hard drive, hence buying just 1 74GB raptor. However, if I get 2 80GB 7200RPM Seagate Barracudas and set them in a RAID 0, which will be faster?
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    2600+ M vs A64 (754) [help a n00b out]

    Well, I'm about to build another system, but really confused as to which setup to go with. With the 2600+ M and the DFI Lanparty board, I'm sure I can get a nice setup. However, upgrading to the A64 2800+ or even 3000+ isn't that much more and I like the new DFI UT board that came out...
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    N00b wants to WATERCOOL!

    I'm going to purchase a AMD 2600+ M and a DFI LanParty board soon and want to overclock it as much as possible! So, I'm thinking about going into Watercooling (which I have no experience with). Will watercooling make a difference (ie. is it worth the extra $$)? Also, can anyone recommend...
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    CM WaveMaster vs Lian-Li V1000

    Ok guys, I'm having a HARD time deciding between these 2 cases. Just on LOOKS alone, which would you get? :)
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    DFI LANPARTY NFII ULTRA B & Zalman S7000A-Cu

    Anyone know if Zalman's S7000A either Cu or AlCu will fit the DFI board?
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    CoolerMaster WaveMaster CLEAR Side Window

    I tried looking around, but all I see is either a blue window or a greenish tint window. Do they even make them with clear windows? I know it'll probably be easy to swap, but I'd rather spare the time and just buy one outright... If not, can anyone post a link on pictures of the greenish...
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    AMD "Barton" 2600+ mobile oc'd VS AMD 64 2800+

    I'm considering a new chip and was wondering if upgrading to a 64 chip ($50 extra for 2800+ or $75 extra for a 3000+) was worth it from an oc'd 2600+ mobile clocked anywhere from 2.2-2.4 GHz. How much of a speed difference? In everyday applications to gaming? How easy is it to oc a 64 chip...
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    New Silverstone Case! TJ06-S

    Official Silverstone TJ06-S Link Newegg Specs & Pics So, other than the price being a factor, what do you guys think of it? Only thing missing is a side window?
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    Questions on the Lian-Li PC-V1000 SILVER

    I'm thinking about getting one, but several questions are in the way: 1) Does a lot of dust get in through the holes? 2) If one were to put some kind of light kit inside (think UV), would the light escape through the front holes? 3) Did you ever have to buy longer SATA and/or power...
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    Shopping for a new case! Tell me what you think....

    Going to buy a new case and trying to decide among these. I primarily use my computer for internet/documents and rarely gaming. Therefore, features and functionality or not as important to me as LOOKS are... *think elegant* ;) I don't want "showy" just a nice, clean, quality case. I might...
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    How much electricity am I using??

    Just wondering, if I leave the my computer on 24/7, will there be a significant increase in electricity charges? I have a 430W powersupply
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    My Barton 2500+ (oc'ed) vs Athlon 64 3000+

    Just wondering how much of a difference will I see if I upgraded to the 64 3000+ chip... I overclock my 2500+ to about 2.22 Ghz (3200+). I bet I will see a difference in gaming, but how about regular everyday things like web surfing and office productivity?
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    ** HELP!! Computer won't start/boot!!

    A beginner builder here, so I don't know anything about troubleshooting. Here's the thing, my computer was perfectly fine last night, so I went to sleep leaving it on. When I wake up, I turn on the monitor but it isn't recieving a signal. I thought my computer froze so I tried to restart it...
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    ** HELP!!!! Computer won't respond or do anything!!!

    A beginner builder here, so I don't know anything about troubleshooting. Here's the thing, my computer was perfectly fine last night, so I went to sleep leaving it on. When I wake up, I turn on the monitor but it isn't recieving a signal. I thought my computer froze so I tried to restart it...
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    HELP!! My computer won't turn off when on STANDBY

    I have XP Pro, all my connections are correct, but when I go into Standby mode, the screen goes blank and my LCD says it doesn't recieve a signal, but my fans still go. Is this normal or maybe my fans are not connected right? Is there certain settings in the BIOS?
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    Which Lian-Li V1000 case do you like better

    Which color do you like better on the V1000? Those who own the case, please comment. Thx
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    Can I replace the fan on my retail HSF?

    I'm looking to cool down my oc'ed 2500+ chip and also get the noise level down as well. Could I just replace the fan, and if so what size is it? I don't think its 80mm. If not, I'm thinking of replacing it with a Zalman AlCu, thoughts?
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    Can I replace the fan on my retail HSF?

    I'm looking to cool down my oc'ed 2500+ chip and also get the noise level down as well. Could I just replace the fan, and if so what size is it? I don't think its 80mm. If not, I'm thinking of replacing it with a Zalman AlCu, thoughts?
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    What processors do the Celeron 330 (2.2Ghz) compare to?

    Basically, are the new celerons that much better? How does a XP 2500+ compare?
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    Zalman S7000B HSF

    So, which is better? I'm placing this on an xp mobile 2600+ chip on a dfi lanparty nfII ultra b mb.
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    DFI LanParty NFII Ultra B & Zalman HSF

    Just as the title says, and which is better, the all copper or the Aluminim/Copper setup?
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    Building new system --N00b questions

    Here's what I'm planning: CoolerMaster CMStacker Case w/ side window AMD Athlon XP Mobile 2600+ DFI LanParty NFII Ultra B 1GB (2x512) PC3200 Dual Channel (not sure about brand yet, any suggestions?) WD 74GB SATA 10K Raptor HDD (add another drive later?) 1.44" FDD NEC 3500A 16X DVDRW...
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    Problem with A7N8X-E Deluxe & Logitech Z680s

    Hi guys, I'm kinda new with this audio stuff so hoping someone can help out? I have an ASUS A7N8X-E Deluxe mb and i just bought the Logitech Z680s and am confused with the connections because I don't think I"m getting the right sound. The speakers have 3 connections colored green (front 2...
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    a7n8xe-deluxe won't detect sata hdd

    Hi guys. I need some major help... This is my first computer build, and with luck I got everything to power on and work. So when I try to install Windows XP, it says it can't detect any hdds on my system. I don't know what to do next?! When I first start the computer, it shows that the hdd is...
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    HELP?! Building my first computer... problems w/ SATA HDD

    Hi guys. I need some major help... This is my first computer build, and with luck I got everything to power on and work. So when I try to install Windows XP, it says it can't detect any hdds on my system. I don't know what to do next?! When I first start the computer, it shows that the hdd...