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    Memory holding back my overclocking?

    I have 512MB of crappy Smart Modular Technologies (SMT) RAM and a p4 3.0GHz Northwood processor. I attempted to overclock it to 3.06 just to see how much my temps would rise (I figured not much) and when i set the frequency (using CPUCool), my Windows froze within seconds. I am wondering if...
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    Why is my CPU voltage 3V??

    cpu-z is saying my cpu voltage is around 3V. of course this is impossible or i would not be able to post about it. anyone know why this is? im pretty sure it is really like 1.52
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    Can your ISP bust you?

    or is this rare...
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    Is it possible to raise your Vcore?

    I never heard of anyone doing this and I dont see how it would be impossible...anyone know? EDIT: sorry, just realized this belongs in CPU/Processors/Overclocking
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    Trying to upgrade to rounded IDE cables

    I have three Coolmax round cables in my shopping cart at tigerdirect.com. A 12" floppy, an 18" two-device IDE, and a 12" single-device IDE. The total with shipping is $21.96. Think this is a decent deal? here is a pic of what the cables look like btw...
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    Where to get split loom tubing?

    Would home depot sell this or do most auto stores sell it? I'm looking for a variety of sizes....1/4"and 1/2". Looking to tidy up my case. btw...i dont want to buy it online.
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    Anyone know where i can get round ide cables?

    Cause Newegg's shipping prices for small items are ridiculous.
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    Layering fans...

    seems like a good idea to layer my 80mm intake fans. Never really thought of doing it before...anyone ever try this? EDIT: Just in case anyone is confused, by "layering" i mean stacking.
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    I cannot delete this folder from my hard drive

    every time i try to delete this empty folder i get an error that says: "Cannot delete file: Cannot read from source file or disk." I dont get it...the folder is on my secondary hdd which is connected (i know this because I can access other things on it). I know its not a big deal but I can't...
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    As I get older...

    I've been saying more and more things inside me head and I get more and more paranoid and unsure of whether I said something outloud...it's kinda scary. This happen to anyone else?
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    Chrono Cross Soundtrack = Amazing

    Been listening to it lately...talk about quality video game music. Anyone else enjoy this game's music?
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    Does Anandtech have an irc channel??

    Does it?
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    Best hard drive placement?

    I have a chieftec matrix case whichas most of you probably know has removable hdd cages. My question is..is it better to put the hdd at the top/middle of the cage (with circuitry facing down) or at the bottom of the cage (also, with circuitry facing down)? Here's a pic for absolute...
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    Unwise to run a .exe?

    ...from one hard drive using the windows xp on my boot hard drive? Seems like it'd be okay, but I am aware this may cause some OS confusion.
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    How do you justify such an upgrade??

    It seems very common that people will drop $400 - $500 to get an upgrade so they can play the latest game. I mean I've heard of "killer appz", but that's kinda ridiculous. I think most people don't really realize how obsurd it is to do this. I dunno..not hating on hardcore gamers or...
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    **POLL**Do you usually sell your old components when you upgrade?

    I'm thinking of getting into the EBay game and makin some money back...how bout you guys? Sell? Keep? Give?
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    Will my SATA HDD recognize my IDE HD?

    Ok, here is my plan. I am going to install a SATA hdd as my primary boot drive. This will have WinXP on it. Once this is installed I am going to format my IDE drive and set it as the secondary hdd. So, when I am in windows (on the SATA drive) will I be able to look in 'My Computer' and see...
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    Just bought a Seagate...

    Anyone who owns a Seagate hard drive or has ever owned one, what is your opinion on this brand? I've read good things about it. Just wanna see what people here think...
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    How much for new exhaust system?

    So approximately how much would it cost to get a new exhaust system installed? And does a car require a very specific exhaust system or are they pretty universal? btw my car is a '96 mazda 626.
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    Anyone ever ditch a dell/hp/etc. case?

    Mainstream pc manufacturers use really cramped and poor cases.
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    Does cooling even matter?

    Is it important to keep your system running cool even if you aren't overclocking (but ARE using fairly high end stock components)?
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    Sleeving and round cables...but no window

    I am thinking of getting the vantec psu sleeving kit along with a few rounded cables from tigerdirect. I really want to make the inside of my case neat and clean and I want to improve airflow. None of this will be on display though since I dont have a window...Im not really one for show...
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    Unlimited Overclock?

    Well, i just dl'ed this program called CPUFSB and i go into the fine tuning menu since it is all my pll supports and the program just lets me keep upping the freq as high as I want. I don't dare click the "Freq Set" option, but I am wondering why I am able to adjust it so high. BTW, my...
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    Obsolete case?

    Will it be possible to keep my current atx case (chieftec Matrix) for several years to come and just keep upgrading my pc components? Or is btx gonna take over? (...btx is so ugly) I really love my case and I want to keep using it for like 5+ years
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    Homestarrunner...slowing down?

    seems they only put up a new toon like once a month nowadays...wonder what the brothers chaps are up to. they can't be running out of ideas...not with their imagination..
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    anyone read "Guts" by palahniuk?

    one hell of a reading ride, if you can stomach it... http://www.seizureandy.com/stuff/guts.html
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    Favorite 80's song?

    If I had to choose, I'd probably go with Hungry Like the Wolf by Duran Duran. P.S. - If you hate eighties music, please don't flame, just disregard this post.
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    Why does hollywood insult our intelligence?

    Why doesnt hollywood make smarter movies so the intelligent people can enjoy entertaining and enriching cinema and the '2 Fast 2 Retarded' crowd are forced to gain intelligence in order to enjoy it. Movies just keep getting more and more stupid...Its about time major film companies put out...
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    Consider never marrying...

    Im just curious how many dudes out there honestly considered livin it out solo...or at least for a pretty long time...
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    POLL: Ever copy a rental dvd?

    So, do you dare?
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    Ever copy a rental dvd?

    honestly...
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    Anyone ever seen Clockwork Orange?

    If so, what was it like? I am thinking about renting it.
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    Stream ripping bad for hard drive?

    Is ripping internet radio streams for extended periods of time (i.e. 7-8 hrs) bad for your hard drive?
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    Im a mail idiot

    Im purchasing a new hdd on newegg and Im at college so I have a box number. For the address, should I type it like this: Box 8776, 123 College Avenue in Address line 1? or should I use both address lines 1&2: Box 8776 123 College Avenue sry, this question is so stupid, I just don't...
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    How do I know if sata is allowed?

    I have an OEM mobo from an hp pavilion (P4SD-LA) and it has connector ports on it for 2 SATA drives, but I don't see SATA mentioned anywhere in the bios so I'm a little skeptical. I've heard that some manufacturers disable it (dont know why). I just wanna be absolutely sure I will be able to...
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    Site is far too addictive...

    Ive been here for two days and I feel like an forumwhore already...its so addictive. i think I need to logout and never come back..:(
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    Drinking caffeine...to play games....

    If i ever have caffeine, it is to do work...why do dudes at lan parties drink copious amount of soda/coffee/Bawls to stay awake so they can play games longer...Thats just my wtf of the day...