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    gameinformer finally coming to google play

    did they say how much it would cost? i have a kindle fire and still upset that play magazines and amazon don't play nicely together.
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    pvr-500 help

    ***update*** BIOS update to rev 1017 for ASUS A8V deluxe motherboard fixed***** I am trying to install a hauppauge pvr-500 pci tv tuner card. however i am unable to even get into the operating system with the card installed! When the card is installed the system posts, but then instead of...
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    ie6 not accessing web pages, but firefox can!

    I am perplexed - my pc is connected to the net and i can access web pages using firefox fine. however, ie comes up empty with 'page cannot be displayed' errors. i've disabled firewall software but that doesn't help... any thoughts? i need ie to work so that yahoo music can connect, since...
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    Corrupt windows file, and no repair option? *FIXED*

    Here is the microsoft support article on this issue for others who may be having the same problem. http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307545
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    hard drive corrupt/unreadable

    thanks, i'll give that a try. PS, the drive is now recognized in windows as RAW
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    hard drive corrupt/unreadable

    summary - i have an old hard drive (on my mom's comp, must be 3-4 years old, maxtor) that is not accessible via my computer. when trying to explore i get the error along the lines of "corrupt and/or unreadable" and most recently 'drive is not formatted' It's also not visible via windows disk...
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    sharing printer in windows xp

    Hi, I have a small network at home and I am trying to share my printer that is connected to one of the computers via a usb port. The problem is simple, when I go to the printer properties (start -> printers and faxes, right click the printer, sharing tab) I select 'share this printer'...
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    best graphics options in 15.4" laptops

    Thanks for the input guys. I had been looking at the toshiba a1xx series but didn't see those video cards in the customization options. are you talking about preconfigured systems? the p1xx series are 17" notebooks, so I think they would be a little too big for what i want. thanks again.
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    best graphics options in 15.4" laptops

    I've in the market for a notebook - looking at 15.4" widescreens in the $1500 range, though I could push up to $1750 maybe. I don't need the ultimate best in gaming, but I'd like to be able to play modern games and higher resolution is a plus. I've been reading some reviews and heard...
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    FREE Purina One -- Dog / Cat food

    thanks, i called and signed up.
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    Hobby Lobby 50% off instore all model rockets

    technically I don't think the coupon is valid for accessories (launch pads, parachutes, motors, etc), but YMMV as I've had some cashiers just give me the 50% on everything, while others stick to the coupon wording which says 'rocket kits'. never hurts to try though.
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    any rental car compnay not charge for being under 25?

    thanks a lot. I'll look up enterprise and try priceline.
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    any rental car compnay not charge for being under 25?

    I'm looking to book a car rental for the weekend and find it ridiculous that these companies want to charge ~20/day extra because I'm under 25. That is over double the cost of the car! Any tips, I'd appreciate it!
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    MacMall has ALL iPod nanos IN STOCK TODAY + FREE SHIP, FM TRANSMITTER, and ENGRAVING

    geez....do the following: 1) go to macmall.com 2) click on the ipod nano banner 3) look at the web address 4) realize it's not a self-promoting referral link 5) lay off, as said before he did us a favor by linking it
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    Molten Hot All-in-Wonder Radeon 9600XT OEM for $99

    you can still achieve full functionality of the card and TV tuner, etc without the remote. I have this and it's worked pretty well for me. Watching TV is fine, but I'm not too much of a fan of their DVR/tivo functions (but that's just me). With the remote you can do what you'd expect...
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    Free after rebate software Office Depot, CompUSA, Best Buy

    anyone have experience with spyware killer pro or spycatcher 2006? I'm looking for a recommendation.
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    Windows Update Downtime

    hey maybe they share a computer? i don't see the need to keep implying he's not legit. he went through the MS validation and got the updates...seems to be working now.
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    Half-Life 2 $19.99 no rebate needed

    got mine yesterday, the cd key worked fine. thanks OP!
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    Half-Life 2 $19.99 no rebate needed

    mine shipped today. good deal OP
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    EA TV Games madden football and nhl hockey 9.94 shipped

    5 + $4.94 shipping is the breakdown. 2 player version available for 18 + shipping too.
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    Ultra X-Finity 600W Power Supply 39.99AR

    I've had this supply running a few weeks and been running smoothly so far. It is native 20-pin with the adapter. However, before immediately jumping on the bandwagon that this is a bad thing I'd do some reading. This is a pretty good post I think. Basically the extra 4 pins are meant to...
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    WD 250GB $38.43 AR/PM YMMW

    in the past it hasn't mattered what the sales rep/manager says at the store since you can print the rebates out online. However, there's no guarantee that the rebate warehouse hasn't been advised to look at the price on the receipt and not award rebates to price-matched purchases.
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    20 pin powersupply for 24 pin boards

    I think that is right. The 4 extra pins go to powering the PCI-E slot. If you are using PCI-E and the video card has it's own connector you shouldn't need it. Most (high end) video cards have their own power connector since they use way more power than can be supplied off of the 12 V line on...
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    Getting a little desperate. System not stable.

    The temp does seem a little on the high side, especially given that the temp readings can be inaccurate (and in fact vary depending on your reading method). What program are you using to get the temperature? Does the temperature at idle match what you see in the BIOS on startup?
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    Help with memory timings

    Text It's from the anandtech memory guide. You'll have to read through it but it's a good start. hope it helps.
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    SN25P (FN25V MB) AMD64 Venice 3000 OC & Settings

    with those options it's hard to say, but I'd go with option 2. The RAM is way underclocked for the 3rd setting. Can you try relaxing the memory timings with option 2 to get closer to 200 MHz on the RAM?
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    WD 250GB $38.43 AR/PM YMMW

    Just a word of caution, may want to double check the rebate terms to make sure a price match doesn't disqualify the rebate. I've done these types of deals before fine (well over a year ago though) but I've seen scattered posts saying CC changed their rebate policy. Just FYI But a good...
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    16x double layer dvd +-R/RW $29.99 OTD at fry's

    BTW, there were tons on the shelf in Plano.
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    16x double layer dvd +-R/RW $29.99 OTD at fry's

    Thanks, I'll update if the deal is valid in DFW later today.
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    16x double layer dvd +-R/RW $29.99 OTD at fry's

    What's the sku # of the item in the Bay Area ad (for $49.99, that is) and the BTC CD Writer? Perhaps there is a typo in the DFW ad. I will check it out after work and confirm, of course someone else might too.
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    16x double layer dvd +-R/RW $29.99 OTD at fry's

    didn't see this posted but think it at least warm since there aren't any rebates. Box is labeled Emprex, not sure what's inside yet. But it has an interchangeable black bezel included :thumbsup: Deal is confirmed in DFW as I bought one today in Plano.
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    DEAL ENDED: Freedom Force vs. The 3rd Reich $9.99 at CC + others

    Sweet, I'll check it out after work. I bought Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic ~ 6 weeks ago and just finished it, I recommend it if you're thinking about it. And by the time you finish the price will probably have dropped on Knights of the Old Republic 2!
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    Do I need to use the Asus EZ Plug if I'm using a 24-pin ATX power connector?

    I don't know anything about the EZ Plug, but if it's the 4-pin connector to give extra power to the CPU, I would recommend using it. Since you are using the 24-pin connector, this isn't a question about the 4 extra pins you would see on the mobo if you were using a 20-pin connector from the...
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    Athon 64 Mobile 2800+ (1 MB cache) - $122 shipped

    san diego and venice only come in 939. I'm pretty sure this is a Clawhammer. Link
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    home depot 7 1/4" circular saw 19.98 was 38.66 BM

    deal ended on the 4th. I saw it in-store last week.... maybe they'll put it on sale again.