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    Compaq Laptop nx6110 vs. V2000

    Both coming for around $700 - Celeron 1.3 - 512MB - 40GB - CD-RW/DVD
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    Am I running Dual Channel?

    Indeed! It is running in Dual Channel. I checked with Sandra benchmark tool. It was giving 2800+MBPS bandwidth with both stick in. With the second Kingston stick removed, it is only showing 1800+ MBPS bandwidth. Sandra also reported that there 2 channels when I had both sticks in the system...
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    Am I running Dual Channel?

    I have added Kingston ValueRam PC2700 256MB stick to an existing PC3200 256MB stick to make it a total of 512MB. This is for DELLL 3000 system capable of 800FSB, but only runs in 533FSB due to the Celeron processor installed. The existing stick came from factory (says Hyundai Electronics). The...
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    Help me choose memory

    Here is the dilemma to add memory to DELL 3000 Celeron 2.4GHz 533Mhz FSB. The board is dual channel capable. There is 256MB single stick in the system. 1. Add 256MB to make it 512MB and run in dual channel mode. 2. Add 512MB to make it 768MB, but it will run in single channel only...
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    How do I know if my memory is working in Dual Channel mode?

    The mobo supports dual channel. Just want to know the memory I put in is, indeed, working in dual channel.
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    Help select memory for my DELL 3000

    Thanks LED. The system currently has 256MB 400Mhz. I haven't yet seen exact spec on this memory. But, CRUCIAL recommends, either this **DDR PC3200 ? CL=3 ? UNBUFFERED ? NON-ECC ? DDR400 ? 2.6V ? 32Meg x 64** or this **DDR PC2700 ? CL=2.5 ? UNBUFFERED ? NON-ECC ? DDR333 ? 2.5V ? 32Meg x 64 **...
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    How do I know if my memory is working in Dual Channel mode?

    I have 2X512MB on my DELL 400SC system. How do I know if they are running in Dual Channel mode? Thanks
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    Help select memory for my DELL 3000

    Thanks for quick reply. Will this Kingston memory from Bestbuy work in dual channel? This will cost only $25 fro 256MB. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/ol...=cat01169&type=product
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    Help select memory for my DELL 3000

    I bought a DELL 3000 with Celeron D 2.4GHz 533FSB. It has 256MB 400Mhz memory. I want to add another 256MB. I want to get dual channel working. Can I get the full 512MB memory to work in dual channel mode by adding another 256MB (PC2700) ? Can I buy any 256MB PC2700 to make it dual channel...
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    Dvi Output Card

    I was in your shoes last week. I went for this Matrox G450 for $35. I thought that was the lowest priced DVI card for good 2D quality.
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    Help chosing 17 lcd monitor

    I just bought 1703FP Dell LCD. My first LCD panel. I spent ton of a time researching for LCD and I'm not sure I made the right decision. My need is similar to yours, browsing and office apps mostly. I feel 17" is a bit small for 1280X1024 resolution. I'm typing this at 1024X768 resolution as it...
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    Video memory req for 2D apps?

    Thanks Matthias99, for the clarifications.
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    Video memory req for 2D apps?

    Questions: 1. How much video memory is required for 2D apps? I know it is resolution X color depth. Should we multiply this with number of windows/apps open simultaneously as well? 2. Does video memory consumption vary depending on the output mode being used viz., DVI or Analog? Thanks
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    Non-gaming DVI/AGP card for 17" LCD : MX440 or ATI 9200?

    Just curious, what 3D apps are out there other than games, which I don't do anyway?
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    Non-gaming DVI/AGP card for 17" LCD : MX440 or ATI 9200?

    Thanks M4H. I will go with this G450 16MB card, and see how it does.
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    Non-gaming DVI/AGP card for 17" LCD : MX440 or ATI 9200?

    Thank you M4H & Jeff: I came across this G450 AGP/DVI 16MB for $35 shipped. http://www.ictcompany.com/ver1/productinf_est.asp?idsr=791&Item=MG45MDVA16D Do you think the performance and image/text quality will be affected in any way by lesser 16MB memory on this card? I will be using only...
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    Non-gaming DVI/AGP card for 17" LCD : MX440 or ATI 9200?

    I need a DVI/AGP card for 17" LCD (1703fp) that I just bought. The machine is DELL 400SC with 2.4C P4 +1GB RAM. I do browsing office/DataBase apps, some photo and video stuff. No gaming. I want good image quality, text sharpness, quick and snappy screen rendition. I prefer to run quiet, so no...
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    Need opinions on AGP/DVI video card for Dell 400SC, please?

    thanks, franguinho. This card has DVI. I'm just concerned for the stability of the system with this card. Some people reported problems with some video cards with their Dell 400SC 8X AGP systems. Anybody has anything to say on this? Thanks
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    Do you use DVI-Is it any better

    I'm right now considering this GeForce4 MX440-8X Video Card, 64MB DDR DVI for $47 at Newegg for very much similar need like yours.
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    Need opinions on AGP/DVI video card for Dell 400SC, please?

    I'm planning to buy this monitor with DVI. I need a budget video card with DVI that uses 8x AGP on 400SC. I don't do gaming; just for browsing, office, photos and rarely some video. I'm considering AlbatronGeForce4 MX440-8X AGP for $47 at Newegg. I want to know if this will work OK in 400SC...
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    HELP on NEW 17" LCD~~~

    I'm in the same boat. I'm thinking of CTX PV722E from Newegg for $406. . It has DVI and I like the in-built speakers, headphone, and importantly (for me) USB. And it pivots, too. Here are some reviews I found for this monitor: Review Another Review
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    Opinions on 17" LCD monitor Please?

    I'm thinking of buying CTX PV722E 17" LCD monitor from NewEgg.com for $409. This monitor has DVI, built in speakers, head phone jack and USB 2.0. I kind of like these add-ons, especially with the fact that I don't have front USB ports. PV722E at NewEgg I didn't find much feedback on this...
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    Any Laser Print+Scan+Fax+Copy all-in-one device recommenadtions, please?

    I'm on the market for an entry level value laser 4-in-1 box. Recommendations and pointers to any deals are highly appreciated. Thanks.
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    Ultra 512MB PC3200 DDR memory at Tiger Direct for $49.99 AR

    Here is the link for cheap PC3200 memory: Price $84.99 - Rebate $35.00 = $49.99 Linky Don't know how good is the memory. Anybody has any experience? dfsfs
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    Gigafast USB 802.11b Wireless FREE A/R (PCClub)

    OK. I got it work on my XP as well, after initial problems unrelated to the USB adapter. The signal strength is very good.
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    Wireless 802.11b Gigafast USB adapter ***FREE*** AR $45

    I was able to get the problems resolved, and it works OK with XP now.
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    Gigafast USB 802.11b Wireless FREE A/R (PCClub)

    shearo, Thanks for the response. I may have already done what they were saying, but will double check again. Meanwhile, could you tell me the Router/Access Point you are using. I have NetGear Router/AccessPoint. Just cheking, if the brand of the Router makes any difference, here. Thanks
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    Gigafast USB 802.11b Wireless FREE A/R (PCClub)

    darklyte, Were you able to get this adapter to work on Win XP? I ahve the same problem getting it to work on XP. I haven't tried yet with other OSs. It appears the success rate is best on Win 2000 with this adapter. Are you guys who bought earlier, started recieving the mail-in-rebates?
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    Wireless 802.11b Gigafast USB adapter ***FREE*** AR $45

    Friend of mine ordered Gigafast USB adapter from PCCLUB. They sent returned product with bad packaging with missing cap. But, the product worked OK though on Win 2000. I also just ordered and recieved this product from PCCLUB. It is in same bad shape. Missing cap. Previously opened and...