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    Need Help Choosing Video Card for HTPC

    I'm looking for a video card for my computer that will be connected to my HDTV. My current video card is actually onboard and only has a vga connector (Nvidia 6150). I won't be playing any games on this computer. It will be used mostly for playing movies, internet, music (Windows Media...
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    Cheapest Upgrade from a AMD XP 2500+ System??

    Hey everyone, I'm just trying to get some ideas on the best inexpensive upgrade path from my current system. I'm not looking for anything too expensive. My budget is $250-300. What I currently have: CPU: AMD Athlon XP 2500+ Barton 1833MHz Motherboard: MSI K7N2 Delta-L nForce2 400...
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    Is WiFi access free at Caribou Coffee??

    I was just wondering if wireless internet access is free at Caribou Coffee of if you have to pay for it??
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    Region 2 DVD question...

    I was about to purchase a DVD what is encoded for playing in Region 2. Since I'm in the US, will I be able to play this DVD? If not, can I use something like DVDShrink to strip the region specific encoding, and burn the movie on a new disc so I can play it?
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    Hard Drive Question for an External Enclosure

    I'm putting together a USB 2.0 External Enclosure and I was wondering if I will see a speed difference between if I went with a hard drive with a 2MB cache or one with an 8MB cache? Specifically, I'm looking at either a 160GB Samsung SpinPoint 2MB Cache or 8MB Cache versions. Thanks for...
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    Computer Turning Off at Startup...

    Recently when I turn on my computer in the morning, it boots into Windows as usual and like a few seconds after the computer just turns off. Its an abrupt shutdown - it just turns off, no Start -> Turn off Computer -> Shutdown kinda thing. After it does that, I press the power button but...
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    Any Recommendations on a Good & Quiet DVD-ROM Drive

    I just got a Pioneer DVR-108 16x DVD Burner and I wanted to get a matching DVD-ROM drive so I can do disc to disc copies, etc. I currently have a Lite-On 16x DVD-ROM drive (LTD-163) and it kinda sux. Its pretty loud and is slow at ripping. I was over at Newegg and I was looking at these...
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    Problems Browsing/Surfing with Internet Explorer 6

    Hey, I'm trying to fix my friends laptop. His problem is that whenever he tries to browse, he has to type in "http://" in the URL (for every page). He can not just type in for example: www.cnn.com or newegg.com; "http://" has to preceed the whole thing in the url. How can I fix this?? Its...
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    HELP! Netgear Router Locks up when using SMC Wireless Card

    Hey all, I just got a SMC 802.11b Wireless PC Card (Model: SMC2635W) and installed it into my laptop. I have a Netgear MR814v2 Wireless router and got the SMC to link up to the Netgear Router. Everything works fine until 5-10mins. Then my Netgear Router just locks up! Both the Wireless and...
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    SMC EZ Connect 802.11b Wireless PC Card for $14.99

    eCost.com has this SMC 802.11b Wireless PC Card for only $14.99 with no rebates. It looks like a great deal to me. Free shipping too but there's a handling fee (i think its like $3.95). Link to SMC Wireless 802.11b PC Card
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    Kingston 128MB Secure Digital Card for $18 AR

    Pulled from BensBargains site: LINK to Kingston 128MB SD eCost carries the Kingston 128MB Secure Digital Card for $39 - $15 rebate [Exp 11/30] - $10 rebate [Exp 12/31] (no UPC required) + $4 handling = $18 after rebates. $15 Rebate Form $10 Rebate Form
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    Help! - CPU Temps increased a lot after BIOS Update

    I have a MSI K7N2-Delta L with a AMD Barton 2500+ and a Spreze FalconRock HSF w/AS3. I just upgraded the BIOS on my MSI K7N2-Delta L board and my cpu temps have increased by 10C. I upgraded my BIOS twice and after each upgrade, my temps have increased. My system temp has basically stayed the...
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    Anyone Have Experience with YL-Tech 120mm Fan??

    Hey, I was thinking of buying this fan: YL-Tech 120x25 64.0CFM/32.31 dBA 4-pin Case Fan I was wondering if anyone has had any experience with this fan? Is this fan quiet? How much louder is it compared to the Panaflo 120mm fans? Its $6.99 at SVC which is much cheaper than a Panaflo. I...
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    Quick Question on a Cable Modem / High Speed Internet

    I recently got a high speed cable access and I was wondering if the PC/Activity light should be constantly blinking even if all the computers are off? If all computers are off, there shouldn't be much activity except for DHCP packets (i guess). I have a Motorola Surfboard Cable Modem hooked up...
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    Quick Question on Dual Channel DDR Setup

    I was wondering how much of a performance gain will I get if I went to a Dual Channel setup for my system? For my setup, is it worth going to Dual Channel? You can see my current system if you click on "My Rigs" at the bottom of my msg. I currently have one stick of Kingston 512MB 2700 DDR...
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    Do I Enable "IDE DMA Transfer Access" option in BIOS??

    Hi, I just got a MSI K7N2 Delta-L nForce2 Ultra board and the bios has an option for "IDE DMA Transfer Access" and I was wondering if I should enable it or not? This is an Phoenix - AwardBIOS. Here is what I have in the IDE Function Setup (under Integrated Peripherals): OnChip IDE Channel0...
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    FIXED!! How Come No Primary or Secondary HD Controller Listed in Device Manager??

    Hi, I just upgraded my computer and I was wondering why doesn't WinXPs Device Manager display the Primary or Secondary HD Controller under "IDE/ATAPI Controller"?? Also the HD detected is a Seagate ST340016 A SCSI Disk Device under "Disk Drives" but I have a Seagate Barracuda IV IDE Drive...
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    Question: Using a speed controller on case fans or Panaflow fans

    Hi, I just built my pc and it came with 3 Superred 80X25 fans. I want to use a zalman speed controller (or any type of low cost speed controller) but the power connectors are the 4-pin molex connector. So I'm wondering if I can use the speed controller since there is no third wire for speed...
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    *HELP!* USB Ports not working on MSI nForce2 Motherboard

    Hi, I was trying to install my Canon usb printer to my new computer build but WinXP or the canon software can not see the printer. I tried hooking up my 6-in-1 USB Reader and the same thing. It doesn't power up or anything. No display in WinXP. I went to device manager and this is what is...
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    Another question on Quietly Cooling a GF4 Ti4200

    Another question I had: I was looking around and I was wondering if this setup would be better (more silent) to cool the Ti4200? Install this: 1) Zalman 92mm Fan with Zalman Bracket - ZM-F2 with BR123 Link Model # FB123 and have it blowing over the video card and unplug the fan on...
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    Are these 80mm Fans worth keeping??

    Hey I just got a Chieftec Case Model AX-01SLD and it has 3 80mm fans. Are they worth keeping? and what are their specs? (i wasn't able to find any specs on them) and are they quiet? Make: SuperRed Model: CHA8012AS 12V / 0.09A I haven't powered it on as yet since the rest of the parts are...
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    Upgrading my System, Need Your Input on my Component Choices before I buy

    Hey everyone! I am going to upgrade my old system to the one listed below and I wanted to get some your input before I buy the components. Please let me know if I should make any changes. Here it is: AMD Athlon XP 2500+ "Barton" 333 FSB CPU MSI Motherboard Model K7N2 Delta-L nForce2 Ultra...
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    FREE 18 box of Cleaning Wipes at LensCrafters B&M. Printable coupon for instore only. **ENDS 6/15/03** (This Sunday)

    LINK Just reminding everyone that it ends this Sunday. So hurry and get your box of free cleaning wipes! Works on glasses, screens, etc.
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    -=DEAD=- Netgear MR814 Wireless Router - Free at Circuit City or $5 at Staples AR/AC PM for CC

    Ripped from FW. I didn't see it posted here on Anandtech. Thanks to mYwayORtHEhigHWaY At Staples: Netgear MR814 = 65.00 HERE Picture is wrong. MR814 is the new Netgear unit. Staples Rebate= 25.00 coupon = 15/75 (you will need to add some FAR item or an item of 10+ value) Mfr rebate =...
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    How to tell IE to use Second NIC not first nic to Surf the Web???

    Hi, the problem I am having is that Internet Explorer is trying to use my first Ethernet NIC (no internet access) card to surf the web and not looking at the second NIC which is live. How do I tell IE to only look at the Second NIC to surf the web or atleast go to the second NIC?? What I am...
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    Grand Theft Auto: Vice City $0.00 at Amazon.com ???

    I was just over at Amazon.com and saw GTA: Vice City for $0.00. Its being offered by J&R Music World. A price mistake for sure but I wonder if they will honor it or if the orders will slip through. LINK
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    Staples - SanDisk 256MB Compactflash $35 AR/AC No PM

    Great Deal! Got it from FW. Staples has a 256 mb Sandisk CF card (sku 480059) listed for $59.94 (reg 79.98) - $10 rebate. If you click through to the site, and look at the rebate form (the PDF version linked below) . . . the rebate is actually for $15! That brings the AR price from the...
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    Question about Compact Flash Type I & Type II

    I just got a PDA (has a Type II Compact Flash slot) and I wanted to add a compact flash card. I went to the crucial memory configuration and they recommend a Type I compact flash for the PDA. My Question is: Will a Type I Compact Flash work in a Type II slot and do I need an adapter to...
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    *Got it Working!* Can't get Battlefield 1942 to run on my computer

    Nevermind, I got it working
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    What is the Western Digital DCM # used for?

    Hi, I'm selling a Western Digital hard drive and a potential buyer was asking me for the DCM number. I was just wondering what the DCM number is used for?
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    Help! What Type of Setup Needed to Extend the Range of my Lucent Wireless Card

    Hey, I currently have a Lucent/Orinoco Silver PCMCIA Wireless adapter and I would like to increase its range another 800-1500 feet. How would I go about to do this (like what I need, setup, where to buy, etc)?? I know it has an external antenna connector at the end of the card but I'm unsure...
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    Making a Bootable WinXP CD - Help!

    I am trying to make a WinXP bootable CD but I'm having problems. I tried using Roxio with no luck. In Roxio, I select Floppy Emulation, insert a bootable floppy and create the cd (with WinXP files copied too). When I restart, my pc boots from the cd but I can not see or access the WinXP files...
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    How to Make a WinXP Bootable CD??

    I am trying to make a WinXP bootable CD but I'm having problems. I tried using Roxio with no luck. In Roxio, I select Floppy Emulation, insert a bootable floppy and create the cd (with WinXP files copied too). When I restart, my pc boots from the cd but I can not see or access the WinXP files...
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    Best Drivers for ATI Radeon 9000 64MB

    Hey, I just got a new computer with a ATI Radeon 9000 64mb and I was wondering which are the best drivers to download for it? Should I just get the new Catalyst 3.1 Drivers ? I guess I would have to get DX9 too.
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    Question about the TV-Out on a Geforce4

    Hey, I have a VisionTek Geforce4 Ti4200 and I was wondering if I can have both my monitor and tv-out running at the same time? Is it either one or the other or can I have both working at once?
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    MX700 Connection Question

    I just got a Logitech MX700 and I was wondering if it makes a difference whether I use PS/2 over USB? Any decrease in accuracy, etc in using the PS/2 port? What connection are you guys using for it?
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    Where can I buy a TV-Out Adaptor for my GeForce4?

    I'm trying to find a TV-Out / S-Video adaptor - DIN 4-Pin(Male) to RCA(Female) for my VisionTek Geforce4 Ti4200. Does anyone know where I can get one thats in stock?? Newegg sells it but currently OOS. Link to Adaptor
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    MX700 Connection Question

    I just got a Logitech MX700 and I was wondering if it makes a difference whether I use PS/2 over USB? Any decrease in accuracy, etc in using the PS/2 port? What connection are you guys using for it?
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    Where can I get the TV-Out Cable for my VisionTek GF4??

    Just as the subject says: Where can I get the TV-Out cable for my VisionTek Geforce4 card? and how much do they cost? Thanks
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    Need Some Help to Quiet My Dell

    Hey, I'm trying to reduce the amount of noise my Dell puts out. I just replaced the hard drive to a Seagate Barracuda IV and replaced the CPU fan. Now its only the power supply and video card thats left. I know that Dell uses a proprietary power connector so I was wondering if there is a...