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    CRT to LCD Resolutions

    I have been holding out and still running 19" CRTs on all of my computers. However, I am intending to start my migration to LCDs. I hope that one of the knowledgeable individuals that already use LCDs can answer these questions pretty easily: 1) Resolution scaling and gaming. My video...
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    Overclocking Madness

    Hi all, I have been through this before on this forum. But this X-bit Lab's article brings into question the actual practicality of cpu performance vs game play - indirectly translated in my mind to, "Do I want to overclock my cpu?" (and yes I understand the hobby/fun rational). That is not...
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    Chaintech VNF4 Bios and Overclocking

    Hi all, Just wanted to let you in on my experience. I upgreaded to Bios V5.0 on 7/27/2005 (I did it during a reboot using "Alt+F2" with the .bin file on a FD). Anyhow everything went fine, except when I tested overclocking I could only get the HTT frequency to 240-250MHz before my...
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    2GB using 512MBx4 Memory Question

    I am very interested in upgrading my system from 1GB (512MBx2) to 2GB (512MBx4). However, I would like some feedback from anyone that may have done this. Can you answer the following questions for me: 1. Do all four modules have to be EXACTLY the same (brand / timing)? 2. Will the DDR...
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    The Power Supply Conundrum

    OK, I have seen numerous comments and reviews regarding the "requirement" for high dollar power supplies. We had been discussing it in the thread power supply recommendations which I shouldn't have. I see post after post about the +12V rail current being the key to overclocking...
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    REAL value of overclocking?

    Everyone, I would like to know the "REAL" value of overclocking (particularly when you consider the time, effort, and expense involved). I do understand the "hobby and bragging rights side of it". What I am looking for is the answer to this question: *Running 3Mark03 (or Far Cry, HL2...
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    Chaintech VNF4/Ultra vs Soltek SL-K890Pro-939

    I have been reading and reading to figure this out in this forum. I believe that both are really good boards and that both have problems. As for the Chaintech - there seem to be issues with HTT over 250 and 1T memory timings. As for the Soltek - there seem to be issues with bios upgrades...
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    Has anyone seen the ATI X800XL @ MSRP $299

    The ATI X800XL (PCIe) which performs as well as the 6800GT is supposed to be $100 dollars cheaper. However, the best price I have found if for is $369 at ZipZoomFly. I was almost able to pre-order it from ATI for $299 but it wouldn't add the board to my cart. Has anyone seen this card for...
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    Minimum Processor for SLI (AMD)

    I don't recall seeing this anywhere. But has anyone built an SLI setup using the Athlon 64 3200 CPU with dual 6800 GT GPUs? I read at Hexus.net that they recommend the minimum processor for a dual 6800 GT setup be an Athlon 64 3500. This is almost $100 more for 200MHz clock speed. In...
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    6800GT - CPU Limited?

    Anandtech has a great site and people with excellent advice/knowledge. Since this is my first post, I hope someone will be able to help me in my delima. I recently got a pretty good deal on a BFG 6800GT from Best Buy ($370 including tax). However, my fastest system is an AthlonXP 2500 (not...