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    Problem running Doom 3 - 640x480 and 30fps???

    I just installed new chipset drivers and nothing happened.
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    Problem running Doom 3 - 640x480 and 30fps???

    Here are my specs: Athlon 64 3000+ 1 GB of Corsair PC3200 RAM PNY Geforce 6800 I tried running it at 1280x1024 on high quality with NO AA or AF and I've been getting framerate issues. It would be at 60 if I stare at a wall or go through a tight hallway, 30-40 when walking around fairly...
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    Which runs smoother, Half-Life 2 or Doom 3?

    Thanks.
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    1280x1024 with AA vs. 1600x1200 NO AA

    I say 1280x1024 with AA.
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    Would Half-Life 2 run well on this setep?

    Athlon 64 3000+ 1 GB of Corsair PC3200 RAM PNY Geforce 6800
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    It works but it's kind of buggy. The Nvidia control panel rotates the screen just as well.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Here's some advice for those who buy this monitor and have a stuck pixel: I originally got the monitor from Newegg and had no idea about the distinction between dead pixels and stuck pixels. Thus, my dissapointment when I turned it on for the first time to see a bright blue pixel in the...
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    3D Windows?

    Almost unlimited desktop space doesn't seem useful to you?
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    3D Windows?

    I recently was shown Sphere XP, a 3D desktop for XP. http://www.hamar.sk/sphere/ If you get the chance to try it out, I highly recommend it--it's pretty cool. My question though is if this is the 3D concept that MS is supposedly developing? If so, will it be integrated into Longhorn? If...
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Ordered it through Newegg, who requires 8 or more. Not that bad right now--I can rub it away in the morning and it'll stay away for most of the day.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Yeah I just called them and got the same information. I guess I'll try rubbing it in different ways, leaving it alone, etc. Fantastic monitor though.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    This damn stuck blue pixel won't stay away permanently. I rub for a while and it goes away, but comes back after a while. Anyone know how to fix it or what Viewsonic's return policy is?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    I can't get rid of this stuck pixel. When I rub it, it goes away for a while, and it's definitely gotten smaller. But it comes back and I have to keep rubbing. Any suggestions?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Mine now flickers on and off. Rubbing it helps it to go away. It's also gotten smaller. I took a very soft sweater I have, pressed firmly on the spot, and rubbed around a bit. I'm thinking that mine will go away eventually.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    So far, I've found one of the coolest things about this model to be that you can rotate it and use it vertically. Great for browsing the web.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Just got mine from Newegg. There's a bad blue dead pixel near the center of the screen when it's black. What do I do? EDIT: Rubbed it out, nevermind :D
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    I still notice refresh rates on LCDs. There's no flickering at 60 hz like on CRTs, but I notice the smoothness of the mouse, etc. and especially in games.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    You really can't notice a difference between the 8ms and the 16ms model? That makes me worry about the actual response time of this new model. Also, what refresh rates is the screen capable of? Thanks.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    So how much was the total for the Dell deal after all the coupons and tax etc.?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Ordered it just now from Newegg for $345.99. Be back when it comes to update.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Does anyone know what refresh rate this monitor does? It says 85 and even 125, but at what res?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    This is annoying. PCNation can't tell me if it's the 8ms model even though the manufacturer's part # is vp171b-2. Monarch lists it as HDTV ready, which I believe is only on the newer 8ms model, but when they sent me the tech specs, it said 16ms and didn't mention it being in a retail box.
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Monarch (great ratings on Reseller Ratings) has this screen for $359 with no shipping or tax unless you live in Arizona. http://www.monarchtechnology.c...gd=341d312d317d319d314 Lowest price I found from such a good retailer. A few others such as ebuyer have it for around $355 total but I...
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Right now, is this the best bang for the buck in terms of 17" LCDs? I really want to order one. Also: Dell just lowered their price to 368 and has free shipping--but there's still tax and a "state enviornmental fee." Total is $409. Are there any more coupons that you can add on the Dell...
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    710n, 712n, or 710t?

    Samsung's site lists the 710n-2 as 16.2, and the 712n as 16.7. The 712 has a slightly decreased viewing angle (160/140 as opposed to the 710's 160/160).
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    710n, 712n, or 710t?

    I thought the 712n was just the 16.7 million color version of the 710n. If that was the case, I can't see any reason to get the 710 considering the 712 can be had for cheaper.
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    710n, 712n, or 710t?

    Why not the 712n? Look at BestBuy.com, they've got it for around $280 after rebates.
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    710n, 712n, or 710t?

    I'm looking to spend $300 or less on a 17" LCD. I've heard great things about the 710n, but the main knocks are that it only does 16.2 million colors as opposed to 16.7, and that it lacks DVI. People have pointed me to the 712n, which supposedly is the same LCD but with 16.7, and the 710t...
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    About to buy Samsung 710N-2...

    Any difference between 712N and 710N? Colors? Any suggestions?
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    About to buy Samsung 710N-2...

    I've got a Sony G400, a beautiful 19" CRT, but it takes up too much space and is too hard to take around, so I'm looking for an LCD. After doing a lot of research, I've realized that the LCDs don't seem to be quite there yet. So I decided to go for an interim quality but low-cost solution. So...
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    Would this be the first 17" 12 ms/16.7 million colors LCD?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    on Newegg it's got the 1710BK listed as D-SUB only but the user reviews say DVI. What about the 1710SK? Also, here's another question--with all this talk of specs, is this the only thing that matters? Are there some manufacturers that just make better monitors despite the specs?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    any updates?
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    Viewsonic VP171B now available in 8ms model?

    If I'm looking for a 17" LCD and gaming is one of my priorities, is this the LCD to get?
  35. J

    Tons of trouble building a computer...

    Yes, it says exactly that.
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    Tons of trouble building a computer...

    ASPIRE XDREAMER (350W) AMD 64 3000+ 1 GB CORSAIR VALUE 3200 PCI VGA
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    Tons of trouble building a computer...

    I've set everything up, and while I get power to the CD-ROM/HDD when the IDE cable ISN'T connected to the motherboard, they fail to open/turn on when the cable IS connected to the motherboard. Also, the monitor receives a momentary signal from my PCI VGA card but then fails to get anything else...