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    8800GTS won't display 1920 x 1200

    So, every time I restart, my 24" Dell resets to 1680x1050, without the option to go to 1920x1200 in the properties menu (this is xp). I have to go into the nvidia control panel and make a custom resolution every time. This is because it doesn't remember it, either. It has a custom resolution...
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    Bad CD\DVD Drive?

    Ok, getting these errors in the event viewer in XP: The driver detected a controller error on \Device\CdRom0. When the error happens, it usually lists it as occurring 5-8 times in a row. Sometimes it causes the PC to hang for a moment, sometimes it causes a permanent hang, and I'm forced...
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    Finally leaving AGP.

    Ok, I currently have a x1950pro AGP running a Dell 24" and a Viewsonic 19". A second 19" is being run by a x1550 in the PCI slot. Anyway, I'm about ready to go to C2D, and PCI-e. Does anyone have advice about how I should go about choosing a video solution? From what I can tell, if I set up...
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    Do these cards use the same Vista Catalyst drivers?

    I recently switched to an ATI X1950 Pro AGP card, and I need to know if this card uses the same 7.4 (i think) Catalyst drivers from ATI. Vista has a requirement that 2 cards must use the same driver version. I know that the X1300 PCI card does, but I am trying to do this on the cheap!! Also...
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    Upgrade from 6800 Ultra AGP?

    Ok, been out of the upgrade game for a while now, so wondering if an upgrade to a 7 series Nvidia or the X1950 would be a big improvement over what I have now... 4600+ MSI Neo2 Platinum 2gb 3200 Rosewill 150gb raptor thermaltake toughpower 750 Thanks! ALSO, I run 3 lcds using a 2nd...
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    3 Monitors in Vista

    Ok, reading the Vista Tweaks thread, I saw that if you run 2 video cards, they have to run the same driver. I have 3 LCDs running on 2 video cards, one a 6800 Ultra (AGP) and a FX5200 (PCI). I chose to install the newest drivers on the Ultra, and now the 5200 won't work with them. My question...
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    A small issue with a switch menu in c++

    Ok, doing my homework here, and everything seems right, except for this small issue... when my code is done executing, it should return to the menu. It does this, but it seems to think an invalid choice has been made and it looks like this: http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/7351/codeqs1.png...
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    Know some ColdFusion MX? Then help me!

    I want to pass a form variable from one action page to another using a hidden form field. I've been trying to use this syntax: <input type="hidden" name="highnumber" value="#high#"> But a cfdump just reveals that the value is actually "high" and not the number passed. Is what I'm...
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    Setting up Ubuntu

    I have a Thinkpad whose LCD got smashed (don't ask), and I am planning to set it up with a monitor for mom. I think Ubuntu is a good choice because all I see her doing is web surfing and maybe office type apps. Anyway, this is the first time I've used a linux OS. I have it installed and...
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    Problems with router and teamspeak, BF2

    My roommate and I have intermittent problems with teamspeak (client) one of us can connect fine, but the other has problems hearing other people in the channel. The sound comes back all choppy for him. However, we can hear him fine. He has no other problems with his sound card, so thats not...
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    Wanting a Dell 2405 FP

    I currently have 2 Viewsonic VX924 19" LCDs on a 6800 Ultra. If I got rid of one, would I be able to replace it with the 2405? Or does that LCD need both of the DVI ports?
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    Random BF2 crashes

    I posted this over in tech support but got no replies... perhaps its a software problem? ----------------------------- My roommate is running a P4 3.0ghz with 1gb ram, and a 6600gt AGP. He gets random crashes to desktop with battlefield 2. Other games that are less intensive seem ok. I'm...
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    Random BF2 crashes

    My roommate is running a P4 3.0ghz with 1gb ram, and a 6600gt AGP. He gets random crashes to desktop with battlefield 2. Other games that are less intensive seem ok. I'm totally stumped. We updated the nvidia drivers, have the latest patch for BF2. However, he only has the 300W psu his...
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    looking for a budget laptop for school

    I don't need to game, just something for homework, web surfing, and coding. A full-size keyboard is a must (I have big hands) as well as a nice screen. Built in wifi. Of course thin and light is a plus. This will be my first Lappy so I don't have any other real preferences. I also don't...
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    VOIP issues in Battlefield 2

    We share a cable connection, and if we are both playing on a map, only one of us can hear and send VOIP. I've tried opening all of the ports that are mentioned on the BF2 site, and still the same problem. I'm assuming that it's because of the shared connection, but could it be something else...
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    App for converting tons of .WMA files to .MP3?

    I ripped my CD collection several months ago, and just now realized its all in .WMA format. Well, since this format is unsupported by ipods, I figure I might as well try to convert them all to .MP3s. It seems like a good idea, since this format will probably be supported by everyone for a long...
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    CPU Usage at 90%....wtf.

    Ok, did a sweep for spyware and viruses using AdAware, AVG, and Avast. Recently installed iTunes (for my nano), and also recently hooked up my front usb ports to the motherboard. I don't see how any of these could cause this, but I'm at a loss. Any ideas? I've tried closing various...
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    AGP + PCI for 3 LCDs?

    A buddy of mine is a poker freak, and he plays on two lcds right now with a GeForce 5200... all he would need for a third lcd is a pci card, right?
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    Hooking up front audio connections on case to Audigy 2 ZS

    Has anyone done this? I just don't want to have to reach back every time I want to plug in headset!! Thanks!!
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    JAVA HELP!

    Ok, this assignment is to read a list of grades from a .txt file and find the averages, and assign a grade, and send the output to another .txt file. Here's my source so far, and the error messages i'm getting. Any help is GREATLY appreciated. ------------------------------------ package...
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    Liteon DVD drive not recognized

    New build, drive was found by XP for install from disc, but now not shown in My Computer. PATA drive, connection is good, enabled ports in BIOS. Tried different cables. Any ideas?
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    Raptor performing badly.

    Ran HD Tach each of the Raptors in my system, (no longer RAIDed) and the burst speed for one of them is only 8.2 MB/s! On top of that, the CPU utilization is 90% and the avg. sequential read speed is only 7.5 MB/s. What the hell is goin on? Is this due to a bad cable? Maybe something is...
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    Just an interesting feature of WD Hard Drives

    Thought this might be useful to those of us with Western Digital HDDs. I recently noticed a regular clicking and thought that it meant that the drive would fail soon. However, it seems that this is not the case... have a look. http://www.pcguide.com/ref/hdd/perf/qual/featuresLeveling-c.html...
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    Bad HDD?

    Thought I had some nasty virus when CPU usage would ramp up to 100% with random lockups, ran all kinds of antivirus apps, decided to reinstall xp pro. No biggie since I have all essential files on backup drive. Now trying to reinstall XP, but computer locks at the point after RAID drivers are...
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    NEO2-FIR and Venice 3000+

    Recently gave my old board (MSI NEO2-FIR socket 939) to a friend for his first build. He's got the computer assembled, but it won't post. I was stumped until I checked MSI's site for latest BIOS, and saw that the latest added support for dual-core and "Revision E" chips. Is the Venice core a...
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    Best sound drivers for MSI Neo2 Platinum

    I'm currently using the driver that the LiveUpdate installs, but just wanted to make sure that this was the best one. At work right now so I can't give the version #. The reason I'm not sure if it is the best one is that with Battlefield 2, the mic only works occasionally. I've tested my...
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    6800LE or 6600GT

    Which is the better performer? (AGP)
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    400W Ultra Conductx PSU for 19.95

    Wow... nice psu for great price!! Enjoy. http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications...=ULT31590&EdpNo=1028624&SRCCODE=BEFREE
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    Unstable overclock?

    My oc to 2.4 was prime overnight, but when I play BF2 it crashes randomly. I go to 2.3 and its fine. Is this a stability issue? Drivers? TIA
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    Willamette OC

    A buddy of mine was curious about the whole OCing thing and decided to try to OC his P4 Willamette 1.6. Well, after about a half hour of upping the clock and testing, we maxed it out at 2.1! (clock wouldn't go any higher) Easy. Wish it was that simple on the AMDs!!! Price we pay for...
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    Southern Cali Broadband

    I'm in the LA area, and right now have DSL through Verizon. Its fine for games and surfing, but when my roomie and I want to play Battlefield 2 at the same time its lag city. Will the cable be faster in this regard? Thanks for any input.
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    Successful OC Thanx Thread

    Last night was prime stable for 2.4 on my 3200+, woke up this morning and decided I should thank the guys who made it a LOT easier for me. RichUK and Duvie gave direct advice, and Zebo's guides of course were awesome. So cheers gents, and keep up the good work!! :beer: If anyone else wants to...
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    Hit a wall on the Neo2 Platinum

    Ok, just switched from the Neo2-FIR (k8t chipset) to the Neo2 platinum... got my stable oc at: HTT 230 10x multi for 2300 core speed .83 divider for RAM speed of 191.7 MHz with 2.5/3/3/7 Hypertransport at 3x for now Any tips for going higher? At HTT 235 prime95 gets errors after about 4...
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    Safely Remove Hardware?!

    Ok, i'm getting the little "safely remove hardware" in the system icons tray... only its showing the Raptors as removable devices... wtf? Using winxp pro. Anyone got answers?
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    System won't POST

    This is for a friend, actually, who I can only instruct over the phone. He removed a stick of ram to find out what type it was, and when he put it back in, the system refused to post. He just gets a long repeating beep. He admits that he might have tried to put the stick in backwards at...
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    Going from 1gig to 2

    Are the benefits of dual-channel really so large that it would be better to go with 2x1gig?
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    HELP!!!

    Bought a new board on ebay and it arrived with what appears to be thermal paste on the cpu socket. Not gobs, but enough to make me worry about what may happen to the CPU when i install... should i be worried? What can i use to remove? Some of this crap is in the holes... *#$#@ ebayers..!!!
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    Is 420W PSU Enough For 6800 Ultra?

    The review says a 480W is necessary, but the newegg product specs say 350. Its an AGP model... anyone know? (this could be the excuse i need to get a PSU with sleeved cables... heh)
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    BSOD on exiting games...

    When I exit certain games, most namely America's Army, I get the Blue Screen of Death. Check sig for system specs. Any help or advice would be awesome. Thanx!!
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    Advice for 3200+ OC

    OK, I have my: Winchester 3200+ running at 225x10 (12hr Prime95 stable, no errors) v at ~1.53 with corsair CMX512-3200C2 at 187.5 mhz 2.5/3/3/7 on an MSI K8T NEO2 FIR. I'm positive that I can do better than this, but things start to go haywire with the RAID setup. (2x36g Raptors) If i go...