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    evga 7900GT CO

    I recently got the evga 7900gt CO from newegg and it works great. However, some people's reviews on newegg said their card was clocked incorrectly (Default values rather than the 500/1500 overclock): http://www.newegg.com/Product/CustRatingReview.asp?Item=N82E16814130281 Mine appeared to...
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    OCZ Ram + Venice

    I'm having some troubles with my OCZ ram I just purchased: http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/m...z_el_ddr_pc_3200_dual_channel_platinum I can hit 2.7ghz fine on my 3200 Venice with cheap twinmos value ram (divider at 150, htt at 270, so thats right at 200mhz ram w/ twinmos default...
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    SATA HD Question on DFI NF4

    I installed the nvidia nforce4 system driver's from DFI's site. After the install, I get a remove hardware (my SATA hard drive) on my system tray. Clicking on it gives me the option to stop or remove the device. Not a good thing for you hard drive. Why would that be there and how would...
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    Prime95 Questions

    Got some questions here, since Prime95 errors out after 4+ hours, figured I'd get some advice before making a change and waiting 4+ hours to see if it worked. Setup: Venice 3200+ on DFI nforce 4 ultra d (latest bios) xp-90 w/ AS5 + Panaflo M1A fan OCZ modstream 450 (26A on 12v, voltages...
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    SATA HD Questions

    First time building a computer in about 4 years or so. So its the first time for me working with SATA. 1. On my DFI NF4, there are 4 SATA connections. Is there a general preferred SATA connection for primary? (ie. you typically set your HD as master on IDE 1) I used SATA1. 2. My...
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    Venice Overclock

    I installed the xp-90 with artic silver 5 and used the recommended fan: http://www.frozencpu.com/fan-83.html However, this fan goes on and off randomly. When it does spin, Everest only shows it spinning at around 200rpm. I couldn't really overclock worth anything with a fan that sits...
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    Safe A64 Overclocks

    Ok, going to get to work on my Venice soon (tomorrow hopefully!). These chips default at 1.4v. Is there a general rule of thumb when overclocking for the safe zone (ie. not frying the chip)? Assuming good cooling, I know generally, 1.4v-1.5v is safe. I also know temperatures are most...
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    Budget A64 Build

    Building an A64 (socket 754) for someone. Just for general home use, so it'll be something like an A64 2800+, hd, dvd burner and a vidcard. Sound will be onboard. Do you think this Antec power supply is sufficient...
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    RAM Heat Spreaders

    Can anyone with a lot of experience messing with RAM comment on this? All these performance places put their high-end stuff with heat spreaders. Does the stuff really work? That metal "coat" just seems way too thin to really offer any kind of good heat spread and looks like it just makes...
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    Fans for RAM

    I noticed the Abit Fatal1ty mobo has these two fans that can attach over your ram. http://www2.newegg.com/Product/ShowImag...rce4%20Ultra%20ATX%20AMD%20Motherboard (if the image doesn't load correctly, it can be clicked on here...
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    Newegg

    I'm not sure if this is the right forum, but its the closest thing I could find. Apologies in advance if its the wrong place. Has anyone ever tried to call Newegg's support number? I don't know if I'm the only with this problem. The first time I called, they transferred me (I haven't even...
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    Owners of Pentium 6XX series

    Just out of curiosity, anyone out there with the Pentium 6xx series, what are your overclocking results? Reviews say they generally run cooler than the 5xx, so I'm wondering what kind of results people are getting.
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    MSI neo4 plat/SLI

    Whats the difference between the onboard audio of this mobo and this soundcard: http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=29-102-179&DEPA=0 Secondly, the neo4 has, reportedly, the best onboard sound as far as cpu utilization is concerned (very low cpu usage). However, does...
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    Tyan Mobo & Opteron Overclocking

    Does anyone know if this Tyan motherboard (or the PC Express variant) supports overclocking? http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=13-151-125&depa=0 I can't seem to find a post specifically talking about overclocking and any success stories.
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    Vantac PCI Fan Card

    I've heard various opinions about pci fan cards. From "works pretty good" to "complete waste of money". Saw this one at newegg: http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=35-888-112&depa=0 The newegg reviews (taken lightly) praise it. Opinions here from people who have...
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    Case Fan Installation

    I'm a complete newb when it comes to installing case fans. I was considering getting this case for my next build: http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=11-170-012&depa=0 However, I also want to install another fan on the side window or possibly at the top. Seeing as...
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    Leadtek 6800GT

    This card has a massive HSF, so I was wondering if anyone who has this card has had any problems with it in a veritcal tower. By problems, I mean it falling out or bending the card/motherboard. Please comment if you have a similar setup. Thanks!
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    ATI Theater 550 Pro

    Has anyone with video editing, VHS transfering, etc. had any experience with it so far? http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=15-117-601&depa=0 Its pretty affordable (around $80) and suppossedly offers great transfers. My main purpose is to transfer VHS to DVD, and I...
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    CPU/GPU Temperature Monitoring Software

    I hope this is the correct forum for this post. Its the closest I can find. So I read all these reviews with people posting their temperatures of their CPU and GPU. Is it just any software, or does my motherboard need to have the proper sensors installed? I'm only able to see my temps on...
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    eVGA 6800 Ultra

    The PCI-e version at Monarch Computers has it for $489.00 shipped. I think thats probably the best deal on an ultra right now. Anyone who has this card, what are your best overclocks on stock cooling? The HSF looks pretty beefy on its own.
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    Video Capturing

    My main purpose is to do VHS > raw video > DVD transfers and maybe some TV capturing as well. I've read the dedicated hardware solution of the Canopus ADV-100 offers great transfers, but its $280-300. The AIW's have offered some improvements in video capture quality with their 9xxx...
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    A64 90nm & Related Questions

    I'm planning on building a system soon and had some questions specific to my build. A64 Win 3200+ 2.0ghz DFI nf4 (not sure on ultra on sli yet) Corsair 512x2 3200 value select CPU Fan - Zalman or the Thermalright xp-90 w/ fan (artice silver 5 thermal grease) First, after reading Zebo's...
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    DVI to Analog Adapter

    I only have a CRT monitor. If I should get a video card that only has DVI connectors, would using the adapter cause any loss in quality over a video card with an actual 15pin connection? I'm debating between some cards and wanted to know if this dual DVI thing would be a factor. And...