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    Setup question - 6 computer gaming LAN

    thanks for the help guys, I'll look at some 8 port switches...the more the merrier!
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    Setup question - 6 computer gaming LAN

    My buddies and I are enjoyng car racing together on 4 computers wired to my Dlink DGL4300 router. I'd like to add 2 more computers and still have internet access for all computers, if that's possible. Is a switch the hardware I need to add more computers? Can I plug 3 of my computers into a...
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    overclock damage?

    My exact "new rig" method. Set it up, tweak it, find limits, test it and then re-install the OS after all basic hardware/software/drivers and settings have proven they can play nice with each other.
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    [Retired] The LCD Thread

    Ever you do any actual work with your computer? Ever run a big Protools session on a little monitor? How about any type of design work where you are using 2 programs at once? My vision is perfect, I sit 2 feet from my screen. A larger monitor doesn't make everything bigger so it's easier to...
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    Enermax Chakra case - $40 AR + $15 ship

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811124114 2 x 120mm fans, hard drive cooling, plenty of room for an 8800GT, the 250mm side fan quiet and once I switched it to exhaust my temps started to drop all around. reviews: http://www.bigbruin.com/2006/chakra_1...
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    Memory Advice 3gigs or 2 gigs Vista

    1.3GB is what Vista uses on my machine. A 700MB XP startup is a huge, beached blue whale of a startup for XP, IMO. I can't imagine the junk that runs with that. My trimmed and toned XP startup is 240MB with networking, anitvirus and some other stuff. My Protools machine starts with 98MB...
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    just added 2GB . now 4GB Total

    Your computer (running Windows XP) uses only the ram that it needs, adding more when you aren't using all of what you already have will not "turbocharge" your system. Ram is the gas tank, the CPU is the engine. The engine doesn't have a problem until it's out of gas. Adding a bigger gas tank...
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    Need help for my first ever overclock !

    yes, and you are doing a great job of teaching yourself how to overclock your computer, as everybody can see by the progress, trials and errors youhave gone through. Sometimes talking to yourslef is just fine and keeping this thread going is probably helping you stay pretty organized. nobody is...
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    How does Core2Duo CPU performance change based on Multiplier x Memory speed?

    Intel multipliers can go lower. Ram can run lower. Having a 10x multi and high speed ram just gives you more options. People that opt for ram faster than DDR667 are simply trying to go faster than 10 x 333 will allow. If you have DDR800 and you are shooting for 10x360, then you know your...
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    E2xx0 and Temps

    What is your problem? Why do you care what your Tjunction is at, you are nowhere near it, especially at idle? Why not run some stress testing so you can determine how hot your computer is under a load? I'd say you aren't going to break 60C unless your ambient temps go up, 60C is just fine...
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    crysis slow on my machine

    Maybe it's just like they said it would be, tough to run on current hardware?
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    crysis slow on my machine

    I got a solid 6-7 more FPS using this guide: http://www.tweakguides.com/Crysis_1.html and the info in this post: http://www.incrysis.com/forums...topic.php?id=11614&p=1 What helped me the most was the config files in post #94 on page 5. I spent 2 hours messing around with tweaks, then I...
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    Starbucks Barista Espresso Machine $250 or ?

    I was getting some beans and mentioned my 7 year old Barista machine that was still "working", but on its way out after 1000's of Espresso shots. The clerk pointed out that the Barista machines are currently on sale. I showed some interest and the manager came by and chopped 30% off the sale...
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    Warm deals at Ewiz on E4300 and Seasonic 430W

    Yeah, why do it like every other hot deal post? click on address bar > clrl c > click in the post body > ctrl v , it's so tedious when you're the OP.
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    HP NC8430 laptop - $1299---Core Duo @ 2.0 gHz

    Hewlett Packard NC8430 laptop @ Amuras Business class laptop with above average GPU. Magnesium chasis, 1 inch thick, XP pro. CDRW/DVDrom I ordered Monday, they called to confirm the order on Tuesday and said I should get mine Thursday or Friday. $1550 @ Newegg with a 5400 rpm drive...
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    Using an old copy of Windows XP on a new computer?

    did you replace your motherboard sideways, or up? Meaning did you go S754 to S754 or S754 to S939?
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    MSI GeForce 4 MX440 64MB DDR 8x AGP DVI w/ TV-Out Only $10.99

    1 PCI card from Bestbyteinc.com to SF Bay Area - $7 1 AGP card from Geeks.com to Bay Area - $6 Shipping for 2 heatsinks, 2 floppies and 2 small items from geeks.com = $9 It looks to me like the 2 sites are pretty comparable as far as shipping goes, geeks is even more fair in the shipping...
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    Thermaltake TR2 430W power supply

    great budget power supply, I used one in a build for a friend and it was like a rock with the basics installed ( 1 HDD, CDRW, 6800GT OC'd, A64 Oc'd, sound card, 2 sticks of ram OC'd, etc). Quiet too.
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    RIP 7800GS

    http://www.arcticsilver.com/arctic_silver_thermal_adhesive.htm your ramsinks will never come off again.
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    GT4 and Logitech Driving Force Pro Wheel for $79 after rebate at Fry's

    I'll take the Momo: 1) 3 point mounting - the Momo has a 3rd mounting point that makes it 100% more solid when mounting to a desk. The DFP will rock forward and backward because you are only mounting to the front of the desk. The DFP is probably compatible with more desk styles though. 2)...
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    Your mom would do it: Patriot 2GB (2x1GB) PC3200 - 126.99 after MIR @ Newegg

    so I could get it to 217. CAS 2 > CAS 2.5 is nothing. You should try it, then maybe you get get your sticks past 202.
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    Your mom would do it: Patriot 2GB (2x1GB) PC3200 - 126.99 after MIR @ Newegg

    $55 is $55. Rebates take time, if you think you are losing money because you have to wait for a rebate, then don't play the rebate game. I have these sticks running 2.5-3-3-7 at 217 FSB with a S754 3700+, memtested and primed. This processor has never liked to run beyond 2.56ghz with any...
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    For those who grow facial hair and want to get rid of it...

    this is a horrible electric shaver, even at this price. I bought one, used it 3-4 times and gave up. My older shaver with worn out blades worked better.
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    NV5 silencer on 7900 gt problems

    no contact between the heatsink and card is a great way to instantly kiss your card goodbye. The heatsink MUST contact the GPU's core.
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    ummm, it was free. I will get the rebates. My power supply has been working great. edit: oh, there was the tax
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    Hot!ViewSonic VX922 Black/Silver 19" 2ms

    I wish more people like you would post here. I mean educated people. Can't wait for my VX922, it just shipped from the egg. "Manufacturers can measure the response time any way they so desire. Gray to gray, white to black and back to white, only the rise time, only the fall time, or any...
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    Free DVD - Documentary on 9/11

    When was it that we have tried to get to the moon again and had trouble? I don't recall any failed moon landing attempts. Just because we go into space doesn't mean we want to stop by the moon and can't.
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    Thanks, that worked. At least I know I'm in the system as having purchased something. Still no way to print a packing list or invoice though....
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    I anyone able to print an invoice or packing slip from the RadioShack site? I'm registered, I can log in, but there is no history of my purchase.
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    If you followed the rules, mailed ontime and made copies there is nothing stopping you from emailing/calling them and stating your case. Just be nice and make sure you have the proof to back up your claim. copies = rebate insurance.
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    hmmm, I actually have run into the old confirmation vs. receipt scenario before. After not finding anywhere on RadioShack's site where I could print an invoice I called them and spoke to "Rob in customer service". Rob explained that the email confirmation was all that's needed. I questioned...
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    Seagate 160GB external $60 AR

    My external drive came pre-formatted NTFS. To get it to work with a mac I had to re-format it FAT32. WINXP doesn't give me the FAT32 option unless I chose a partition of 30GB or less. After that, drag and drop.
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    160 GB External HDD - $50 AR - CompUSA until 3/25

    I got my CUSA rebates from Black Friday with no hassle. Then again, I get every rebate with no hassle. I've cashed in over $240 in rebates this month with a $30 Staples in my hand and a $50 Tiger/onrebate that's probably in my mailbox. The drive inside this is a Western Digital, so far it...
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    160 GB External HDD - $50 AR - CompUSA until 3/25

    This is not for those guys who hate rebates. 160 GB USB 2.0 External HDD expires 3/25/06
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    Ultra-x 500W PSU (green) - $0.00 AR(s) *** FREE ***

    8 weeks after mailing my on-rebates forms for a CPU I never saw the status of "recieved". Then one day I was received and under review, 2 days later I was approved and a check was in the mail. Don't get nervous after 2 weeks, these things just don't work that fast.
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    Nvidia 84.20 drivers

    and he is looking for more proof to back up your one, personal experience.
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    Dell 2005FPW 20.1" Wide Screen LCD for $361.75 Shipped

    don't plan on gaming? on a 2005? are you sure you're talking about the right monitor here? A 2005 has no problem running games.
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    7900GT and 7900GTX hard launch

    the CO heatsink is not very good, I was hitting 75C under load with it. I just installed the AC NVsilencer on my CO and now I don't break 62C running 510/1.14 (ambient temps ~70C) after an hour of ATI tool.
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    Just put NVSilencer 5 on my 6800gt

    I'd say the NVsilencer is about 15% quieter than the stock fan. I was a non-beleiver in these things until I read that the 6800Gt's cooler was crap. My previous "test optimal settings" overclock was 420/1.1. With this silencer I get 445/1.14, which is rock stable. If you have a 6800, this...
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    Free pocket knife dead

    Is there not a difference between Best Buy offering something for free after rebates and filling out fake surveys to get something you aren't entitled to? Are you so naive as to think Best Buy mistakenly puts out too many coupons and that's how hot deals come about? How is "doing the right...