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    Wierd issue - HELP! a64 3700 + x800 xl +MSI Neo4 Platinum

    Hi all, Back in June I posted on here with some BIOS issues with my MSI Neo4 Platinum issues, after 3 months I finally got the board RMA'd and replaced. I've been really busy so it took me a while to put the system back together, well now that its back together I have a wierd issue. If the...
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    IE7 Beta 1 download?

    I was searching a for an IE7 beta 1 download, a lot of sites who had it have apparently been asked to remove it. However I found this one: http://link.removed Downloading now, can't wait to play around with it. James
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    HELP: MSI Neo4 mobo issues.. Monarch responses.. need advice

    Hi everyone, i'm going to copy a threaded email including my original query and Monarch's responses. I just want some input on the pro's on what I should do here, i've has the motherboard for nearly 90 days, 1st month it work great... then went downhill from there. I need your diagnosis and...
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    New Dell Web Database Server running MS SQL (what do you think?)

    Hi guys, We have a Dell PowerEdge 2550 thats on the way out, anyway we need to replace it. I was asked to spec out a new system, and just wanted some opinions: http://ecomm.dell.com/dellstore/basket_...toEmail=jdavidson@versantsolutions.com All of our servers are Dell, so we have to...
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    Overclocking A64 3700+ Rev.E / MSI Neo4 Platinum

    Hi all, I have A64 3700+ Rev.E / MSI Neo4 Platinum, I would like to mildy overclock it, and just want some advice as to the best settings. I'm running 1 gig Corsair value ram, and an ATI 800XL and standard AMD Heatsink/Fan. Not looking for anything too aggressive maybe just another...
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    HELP... A64 3700+ Rev.E / MSI Neo4 Platinum CMOS issues :(

    Hi guys, I have the following system HELP... A64 3700+ Rev.E / MSI Neo4 Platinum: http://www.anandtech.com/mysystemrig.aspx?rigid=30263 Anyway i've had it about a month, and lastnight the system locked up in Windows and since then i've had no end of problems. Everytime I boot into the...
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    Rebuilt my A64 3700+ Rev.E over the weekend lots of joys

    Well guys its finally together and working. I haven't built a PC since my Athlon 1 GHZ, and a lot has changed. My mobo was a MSI Platinum Neo4, and my case a Tsunami Dream. Got mostly everything hooked up apart from the top IEEE1394(Firwire) port and the top audio connections... I couldn't...
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    Hotmail access in Outlook 2002 XP connectivity issues?

    Hi all, Has anyone realized since Microsoft released Outlook Live, MSN Plus that HTTP mail access of Hotmail through Outlook 2002 XP sucks? It's always timing out, even when you force a re-connect to your Hotmail account, some messages download some do not! It never used to be this bad, is...
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    My new A64 3700+ got a 3DMark05 score of 4975?

    My system specs are here: http://www.anandtech.com/mysystemrig.aspx?rigid=30263 Here are my 3d mark details... how does this compare with similar setups? Good or bad? My system/video card is running at stock speeds no o/c.
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    Athlon 3700+ Rev.E and MSI K8N Neo4 Platinum probs.. :(

    Hi all, Well finally got my brand new K8N Neo4 from Monarch today, I bought the pretested setup combo with HL2, Far Cry and Napster. Anyway i've been having a nightmare of a time trying to get it to work. I have the USB Led's hooked up, and all I get is 4 Leds which when I look at the...
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    Bought a A64 3700+... should I of waited for dual core?

    Hi all, I recently upgraded my CPU from 3500+ to 3700+, managed to get rid of my 3500 for what i paid for it... my new 3700+ arrives Thursday from Monarch. My concern is I should of just skipped to a dual core, but at the time speculation was rife about when they would be released, shipping...
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    Athlon X2 Pricing.... Ouch!

    4200+ http://www.monarchcomputer.com/Merchant...Product_Code=120234&Category_Code=NA_2 4400+ http://www.monarchcomputer.com/Merchant...Product_Code=120233&Category_Code=NA_2 4600+ http://www.monarchcomputer.com/Merchant...Product_Code=120235&Category_Code=NA_2 4800+...
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    MSI Neo4 mobo's... whats the major difference?

    MSI Neo4 mobo's... whats the difference? MSI K8N Neo4 Platinum Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 Ultra ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813130484 MSI K8N Neo4-F Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail...
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    SanDiego or X2?

    Hi all, Looking to upgrade CPU soon. Should I get a SanDiego, or wait for X2? Does anyone have a first date on X2 launch, other than Summer? Thanks James
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    Athlon 64 X2 to be released monday?

    See this news article: http://www.anandtech.com/news/shownews.aspx?i=24217 I thought June was the release date?
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    Adobe to buy Macromedia! WOW

    Wow. Adobe to buy Macromedia http://news.zdnet.co.uk/software/applications/0,39020384,39195417,00.htm Macromedia?s press release: http://www.adobe.com/aboutadobe/invrelations/adobeandmacromedia.html I can't believe it! This is a bad deal for developers. Personally I think it?s a...
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    Would you buy a CPU off ebay?

    Hi all, I know some of you may slate me for posting this, but before you do just hold up. I've got all components for my new Athlon 64 based system bar CPU. I chose an MSI Neo4 Platinum, which supports the socket 939 chip and according to AMD will support dual cores with a bios upgrade when...
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    Ugghhhhh sick of waiting for Venice

    I'm sick of all the chatter, when is this damn chip coming out? Has anyone seen any firm dates, first it was April 4th, then April 14th......... are we looking at June here?
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    AMD/Intel Dual Core CPU's- To be released end April/beginning May

    "AMD, which has set a "midyear" target release for its dual-core chips, is dropping hints that the product may arrive sooner. It has told the media to expect important news at a New York event on April 21 to mark the two-year anniversary of its Opteron chip for business PCs, known as servers."...
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    Jaton Gforce FX 5200 - problems with DVI

    Hi all, I'm having some issues running DVI on my work pc with Jaton FX Gforce 5200 AGP video card. I am running Windows XP SP2 and latest Nvidia Drivers, and for some reason when I switch my monitor to 1280 x 1024 it has some major glitches. When I minimize a window the screen goes black...
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    Which Dell LCD would you (or have you) buy and why?

    DELL UltraSharp 2005FPW 20.1-inch Wide Aspect Flat Panel LCD Monitor with Height Adjustable Stand: http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/Prod...techspecs&sku=320-4111&c=us&l=en&cs=19 DELL UltraSharp 2001FP 20.1-inch Flat Panel LCD Monitor with Height Adjustable Stand...
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    Whack Your Boss.com Office Space meets The Sopranos.

    This is cool! :) http://www.doodie.com/whack.php
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    Athlon 64 revision E won't work on some Nforce 3/4 boards

    http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=21780 Just found this article thought i would post...
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    $4000 Ultimate PC @ Sharkyextreme

    http://www.sharkyextreme.com/guides/EGBG/article.php/3494656 Would you agree with this config? AMD Athlon 64 FX System: Case: Cooler Master TAC-T01 Wave Master - $128 PSU: Antec 480W NeoPower Power Supply - $110 CPU: AMD Athlon 64 FX-55 Socket 939 OEM - $805 Cooling: Thermalright...
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    A64 3200+ (754) and Mobo $219 + cheap SATA HD's

    Hi saw this deal over at Reseller Ratings... not bad if you have a decent rig with a AGP video card and want to give it a cheap upgrade: http://shop3.outpost.com/product/4304795?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG Also sweet deal on Seagate 7200.8 8mb Buffer SATA drive $159 after $40 rebate...
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    A64 3200+ (754) and Mobo $219

    Hi saw this deal over at Reseller Ratings... not bad if you have a decent rig with a AGP video card and want to give it a cheap upgrade: http://shop3.outpost.com/product/4304795?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG Also sweet deal on Seagate 7200.8 8mb Buffer SATA drive $159 after $40 rebate...
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    So is April 4th the real date for A64 Venice release?

    Hi all, Does anyone know if April 4th the real date for A64 Venice release? Found this article on AMD's site: http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/content...DownloadableAssets/Rev_change_2_UK.pdf I just search newegg and monarch and there are no listings yet, I thought they would accept...
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    A long build time, finally ordered A64 CPU/Mobo

    Well guys after a build that was originally going to happen in January I've finally put together my PC. So here it is with the specs: http://www.anandtech.com/mysystemrig.aspx?rigid=30263 And for those that are to lazy to click the links, here is the readout: CPU: AMD Athlon 64 3500...
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    I'm starting to doubt my Corsair Value select pc 3200 RAM

    Hi, In previous months Corsair Value select pc 3200 RAM, seemed to be the ram of choice and everyone was recommending it. Now people are on about Gskill. I have yet to open my ram, awaiting mobo and cpu (A64/Nforce4 Ultra). My question is if I intend to overclock, will the Gskill offer...
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    Best Nforce 4 mobo?

    Hi all, Well i've got most of my components put together for my new pc, however i've yet to choose a motherboard. I'm reluctant to get the DFI lanparty, as i've heard mixed negative feedback. To those that have these boards don't get offended, but I would rather something thats solid and...
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    Returning 300GB Seagate to CompUSA... what are my chances?

    Hi all, Well at the beginning of this month (3/6/05) I bought the following 300GB Seagate from CompUSA, it was listed on Resellerratings as a great dealing, drive cost after rebates was $160: http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=316178&pfp=BROWSE Anyway since I...
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    Choose my monitor

    http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=24-005-034&depa=0 http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/prod...tail.aspx?sku=320-1578&cs=19&c=us&l=en http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=24-179-014&depa=1
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    AMD 64 3500+ 939 Winchester Retail for $250!!

    Found this link from an article, AMD 64 3500+ 939 Winchester Retail for $299, with a $50 rebate... not bad! http://redzuco.com/Merchant2/merchant.m...oduct_Code=ADA3500BIBOX&Category_Code= here is the website i found them on, look towards the bottom of the oage...
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    Seagate 7200.8 300GB drives locks Windows XP when accessing?

    Hi guys, My brother in law and i both got the Seagate 7200.8 300GB hard drive, however it locks Windows XP when accessing? It is the following model: http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=22-148-067&depa=0 He is running an Athlon 1333mhz on a KG7 Raid board, and i'm...
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    THERMALTAKE TSUNAMI CASE.. IS IT WORTH $100?

    Hi guys, I just recieved my ThermalTake Tsunami case (VA3000BWA) and don't get me wrong it looks awesome... but i just don't know if the quality is there? I'm used to big honking heavy cases, that if i drop something on im not going to worry about damaging it, the kind of case that gives you...
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    LOL top list on MSN search for the letter "L" & "O" & "G"

    Wow look who's got no.1 ranking for these letters on MSN search, might upset old Billy Boy Gates: http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=l :) http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=o http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=o
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    $1359 lighter, and not done yet...

    Hi all, Well finally after of months of debating and deliberating over what to get, i've bit the bullet and ordered my new pc. Thanks to everyone here, you know who you are that has helped me along the way. I've asked countless questions and you've given great answers. I eventually decided...
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    Is this a decent PSU?

    http://www.pctoyland.com/prod_1377.htm
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    Can you run SLI mobo with just one card?

    Hi guys/girls Just wondering if I order an SLI Nforce 4 mobo and only buy say one 6800 gt will it run? Do i need to buy 2, or can i buy one and upgrade later. Also do the 6800gt's need to be exactly same brand/model (revision?). Is the Gigabyte a decent mobo for this setup...
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    How do I copy DVD video's for backups? ;-)

    Hi all, If i have a number of DVD videos which i want to backup and copy onto anthor DVD how would i go about this? Or is it completely illegal? Thanks James