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    How to system restore using windows xp disc?

    Here's a problem I'm experiencing..... I just installed sp 3 for xp home edition. Everything went through okay and it asked me to reboot. Now.. the funny thing is that my system is not going back to the desktop. It posts and then loops back to post screen after windows logo thing. I want to use...
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    I have a little problem with newly built pc

    All of the parts I have are new. DFI Lanparty 4 Ultra D, AMD Athlon 64FX 55, Samsung SATA 400GB 8mb cache HDD, and OCZ 600watt Gamexstream PSU. When I switch it on, power comes on but monitor doesn't turn on. So I have no choice but to turn the system off then turn it back up again, and...
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    I have problem with my Samsung SATA 400gb HDD

    In Windows XP setup screen, it only shows 130gb of space of the HDD and the Windows XP Home upgrade disc I have is the old one that DID NOT come with Service pack 2. So I installed Windows XP on it anyway and installed Service pack 2, but I still don't see rest of the HDD space. Is this normal...
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    I have problem with my Samsung SATA 400gb HDD

    In Windows XP setup screen, it only shows 130gb of space of the HDD and the Windows XP Home upgrade disc I have is the old one that DID NOT come with Service pack 2. So I installed Windows XP on it anyway and installed Service pack 2, but I still don't see rest of the HDD space. Is this normal...
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    AMD Athlon 64 warrenty question

    I'm trying to rma my cpu, Athlon64 3700+, but the folks at AMD said the warrenty for the cpu has been void because I used heatsink fan that didn't come with the cpu. Is this correct? This first time ever I'm trying to RMA a cpu.
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    Realtek High Definition Audio Driver installation procedure needed.

    I'm trying to install Realtek HD Audio driver into my labtop. No matter what I do, I have no sound. While installing it, I have experienced no error. If it's properly installed, there should be sound. Motherboard is VIA K8T890 + VT8237A Chipset Mobile Motherboard and I'm using onboard sound...
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    About xbox360 premium I got from overstock.com

    About a week ago, I got xbox360 premium from overstock.com. When I checked hard drive space, on the device summery box, it said capacity 13gb, free space 12gb, remaining space reserved for system use. This means that 1gb is already being used. Anyone who bought xbox360 premium package, was...
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    Number of limits of Windows XP activation

    Few days ago, I tried to activate my Windows XP online but an error showed up stating that the number of times I can activate this Windows XP has been exceeded. It asked me to enter different cd-key or call microsoft. This is clearly a BS! Has anyone experienced this? I despite microsoft...
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    Mortal Kombat vs. Street Fighter 2

    MK vs. SF2
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    17" notebook cooler needed

    Has anyone had any luck finding a decent 17" notebook cooler? Because I haven't. My Aviator EX7 I bought recently overheats way too much, it's not even funny. Anyone?
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    Setting up Raid question

    I just got brand new Hypersonic Aviator EX7 notebook but having some problem. It has two blank hard drives and it's on Raid 0/Stripe mode. So I pressed F6 key during Windows XP setup screen to install Raid driver. I copied the Raid driver on floppy disk and inserted on a USB external floppy...
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    Anyone who tried FEAR demo on Dell 2005FPW

    What's the maximum resolution you could get? The monitor's maximum resolution is 1680 x 1050 but in the demo, I could only get up to 1152 x 864. Video card is 7800 GTX. This also goes same for BF 2. Is that normal or did I miss something? This is my first widescreen flat panel so any input...
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    Should I buy 7800GTX or 2 6800GT for SLI?

    I plan to make major upgrade on my PC and these are what I plan to get: AMD Athlon 64 3700+ 1MB 90nm Rev. E San Diego (939) 2 GB (4 pcs 512) DDR (400) PC-3200 Corsair XMS (TWINX1024-3200XLPT) COOLER MASTER WAVEMASTER TAC-T01 I'm still thinking about graphics department though. I can't...
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    $46 more over eVGA 7800 GTX for KO version

    If I'm gonna buy 7800 GTX then I might as well buy KO version. Is it really worth investing 550 bux for a graphic card? I can almost buy two PS3s or xbox 360s for that. I need opinions.
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    Dell 2005fpw backlight leak

    I've read around the internet and anandtech.com review that there's a backlight leak problem on 2005 fpw. What I want to know is how do I know if mine has one? I just got it today and the monitor has been made on July 2005. This is my first LCD monitor and I do not wish to keep a defective one.
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    My pc won't come back on from stand by mode.

    I don't know what's causing this but it is very annoying. Since it won't come back on no matter what I do, I have to restart it. Anyone had this problem??
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    Forceware 77.30 on GeForce Go 6600 problem.

    The problem is I can't even install it. An error message shows up that the software couldn't detect compatible hardware. What's up with this? I uninstalled previous driver before trying to install 77.30.
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    Setting AGP speed question

    Okay, I have overclocked Sapphire X800 Pro to X800 XT platinum. I set the AGP speed to 8X but after restarting, it's back to off. Is it because my computer is not powerful enough or is my card smoking?? My cpu is Barton 2500+ overclocked to 3200+. Any thoughts?
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    ATi Catalyst 5.6 problem.

    Is it just me or some others have same problem? Restarting after installing it and once I'm on desktop, an error message shows up: "Application failed to initialize properly. Click OK to terminate program." After click on OK, when I try to open Catalyst control center, same message shows...
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    Connecting a CRT monitor on a notebook

    Is it possible to connect a CRT monitor on a notebook?
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    EmigrantDirect.com savings account 3.0%apy

    Higher apy than ING Direct. Here's link
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    Delete

    Problem solved.
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    gmail on opera internet browser

    I just installed opera internet browser and it looks interesting. Problem is I can't log in into my gmail account using opera because of no active X. Is there a way around this? or do I have to wait until Google makes opera compatible with gmail?
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    AMD Mobile Athlon XP 2500+ question

    I installed AMD Mobile Athlon XP 2500+, 266 FSB, 512K Cache, 45 Watt to Abit NF7-S v2 mobo. But the motherborad detects it as unknown cpu. Does it mean it's defective? Please help :(
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    How to get rebate status for Seagate hard drive

    To anyone who has submitted a rebate for Seagate 200GB 8MB cache ATA 100 hard drive, is there anyway to get rebate status? Any input would be helpful.
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    Currently leak testing my first water cooler but have a question.

    Okay, I have: Black Ice 120mm Pro w/120mm fan on a shroud Hydor L30 320GPH Pump - 110/120V TDX Athlon XP water block Maze4 gpu water block And I have set it up in this order: Pump --> TDX --> Maze4 --> Radiator --> Res --> back to pump. My question is inside of tube...
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    My PC won't even start.

    Motherboard is Gigabyte GA-K8NS Pro, CPU is Athlon64 3200, case is RAIDMAX Blue Aluminum Gaming Case with 420W Power Supply, Model "668WUP", sound card is Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS and they are brand new. I have Gainward GeForce FX 5900 Ultra and Kingston HyperX PC 2700 512MB and have been...
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    Names of brand that make distilled water

    What are some names of brands that make distilled water? I live in San Ramon, CA and so far haven't found one yet. Any helpful input would be appreciated~^^
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    A PC all of sudden turned off by itself.

    It's my brother's. The spec is AMD Athlon Barton 2500+ , Kingston hyper ram PC 2700 512MB, Asus A7N8X deluxe edition, Antec 430 watt power supply. CPU and memory are NOT overclocked. While playing a game, the computer powered off for no reason. I switched power supply but it's NO go. :( Any...
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    Worth buying a ATi Radeon X800 Pro if you own a 9800XT?

    Take the poll. I own a 9800XT and am deciding whether to buy a X800 Pro or not. I Can't decide~!;)
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    What do you think of this setup.

    I'll be receiving Athlon XP mobile 2500+ and Abit NF7-S from Newegg on this friday. Today, I received Cooler Master ATC-220B-VX1 case. And also, I will receive Thermaltake 92mm Blue LED Smart Fan to go with Thermalright SLK947-U. I also have 2 sticks of Kingston Hyper X memory PC4000 DDR...
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    What AMD nForce 2 motherboard supports PC4000?

    PC4000 is DDR 500, right? I want to know which nForce 2 motherboard supports it?:confused: Like Asus A7N8X deluxe edition supports from PC1600 up to PC3200. Any input would be helpful, thanks.
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    First time notebook buyer question.

    I might buy Toshiba Satellite A45-S151 Notebook PC. Everything about it is cool with me except its integrated graphic, which is Intel 852GME Integrated graphics controller. Motherborads with integrated ATI Radeon 9100 IGP PRO coming up soon, I might want to upgrade the motherboard. My...
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    Please delete

    Sorry, my mistake.
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    2003 - Accord - LX V6 2 Door Coupe

    Anyone who has the model, how much of horse power does it have? Some say it has 240, but some say it has 200. Which one is correct?
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    DVD copying software

    I want to make a back-up copy of some of my DVD movies but some are copy protected, like X2:X-MEN UNITED. Which is the best software to burn a back-up copy of a copy protected movie? I heard Nero 6 is pretty good. Any help would be appreciated.
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    Poll inside: Which brand CD/DVD copy software would you buy??

    I'm thinking about buying one of these three: Roxio/Adaptec Easy CD & DVD creator 6 Ahead software Nero 6 Pinnacle Instant CD/DVD 8 So which one would you buy??
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    HOT?? TDK AID+440 4X Multiformat Internal DVD/RW Drive $129.88 after $30 J&R Music World mail-in rebate

    This is what I did: First, I went here and add it to cart. You'll see that the amount is $159.88 Go completely with check out. Next, go here and print J&R Music World $30 mail-in rebate form. Buying it through amazon.com saves shipping fee. Anyway, I thought getting a DVD R/RW DVD burner...
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    What's the fuss about Radeon 9800 XT

    So what is it so different with 9800 Pro 128MB? Anyone who got it, what's your impression? I have it but don't see too much difference. In other words, waste of $500 bux! :|
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    Prime95

    What does it mean if my PC(check my rig) crash right after opening prime95? vcore is at 1.6750 and vdimm is at auto. :confused: