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    1600mhz memory in this board?

    I just picked up this MB (GIGABYTE GA-P55M-UD2) for a new build and ordered 4GB of 1333mhz memory with it. But I just ran across a good deal on 6GB of 1600mhz memory (3x2) and wanted to know if I should/can install that instead?
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    Is this USB drive bootable?

    I cant find any solid specs on this USB drive. I need to know if it is bootable or not Dane-Elec zMate Pen Drive
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    Good flight simulator?

    My grandfather is interested in reliving his days as a pilot and is interested in getting a flight simulator. He has a brand new computer with a Pentium D, 1GB Ram and Windows Vista. Are there any decent flight simulators that will play on this system? It doesn't have the be the latest and...
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    Hot? Maxtor DiamondMax 21 500g SATA $99 shipped

    Newegg has this drive for $99 shipped. I have several of the Samsung drives that run $119 shipped that I am happy with, but is the extra $20 worth it?
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    Cases similar to Coolermaster Stacker?

    I am building a file server and need a large cheap case. Looks are not a big concern since it will be stuffed in a closet. I like the Coolermaster Stacker case but would like one for much less than that costs. Any ideas?
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    2pack - 120mm Powmax Typhoon case fans FREE(AR)

    Free 120mm case fans after mail in rebate. (19.99) Free shipping. Link: http://www.eaglebit.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=EB-200-00131
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    Newegg IPO? What happened to it?

    A few years ago Newegg was planning on entering the stock market in order to expand worldwide. Nothing ever came of it. Does anyone know if Newegg is still planning on such a venture or if they have canned the idea of global expansion?
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    AM2 SLI board suggestions

    The more I read about the board options the more worried I am getting. It seems the two boards I was looking at have alot of bugs in them. MSI K9N, ASUS M2N. Requirements: AMD x2 compatible SLI capable (I will be using 1 8800GTS and plan to buy a second some day in the future if needed...
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    Newegg open box items?

    Has anyone purchased any Newegg open box components? They have a computer I have been looking at for awhile and it is half price as an open box unit. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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    Suggest storage options

    I am looking to put together some type of storage solution for music/movie/etc.. streaming to multiple computers in the house. I would like it to be expandable in the future and it should be capable of more than a terabyte. I am on a budget, so I dont need the best of the best. Just a working...
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    Dell vs Viewsonic?

    My 21" CRT died today and I am in a hurry to get it replaced. Which is the better buy? Viewsonic vx2025 or Dell 2007FWP ? (2005?) Any pointers would be great.
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    Linux installed.. running "jerky"

    First system specs: Shuttle SN95G5 Athlon A64 3500+ Crucial 1gig 3200 ddr HD1: WD 30gig system drive HD2: Maxtor 300gig SATA BFG 6800GT video card I have had my box since around christmas time and run winXP pro as my main OS. My first setup on the box was winxp pro on partition 1 of...
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    get Firewire and USB devices across room...

    OK, to keep things organized in my new place, i decided it will be best to place all my firewire and USB devices on a shelf in my office. The shelf will be on the opposite wall from my actual computer. The devices that will be on the shelf: Cable Modem (next to cable inlet) Wireless...
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    Help me setup a personal server..

    I need to build a personal file server. It will be used to store music, videos, files, etc...I would like to use SATA drives (300gig each) in a RAID Mirroring configuration. I would also like to be able to add more drives later. So 2x300gig now, and add 2x300gig later, and more if necessary...
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    54mb/s wireless 802.11g enough?

    I know it doesnt matter for surfing the net, but is 54mb/s enough for a media center PC in the living room? I will be streaming music, vids, and maybe a few other things but thats all. Big file transfers will be minimal if at all. I just dont want to loose media streams from my server.
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    6800 GT overclocking

    I just grabbed a BFG 6800GT OC and wanted to get the most out of it. I know ATI Tool is good at finding the max settings for ATI cards. Is there anything similar for nvidia based cards? What isthe best approach to finding the max safe settings?
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    Hot? Dell 2005FPW

    The Dell 2005FPW is sitting at 679$ after 15%off. Does anyone know if this is stackable with the 25% dellf coupon? (brining total to 509.25)
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    need single slot dual dvi card

    I have an interesting problem I want to get a dual dvi 6800 video card. The only single slot card with this feature that I could find is the XFX 6800gt dual dvi. But I have heard there are problems with that card in the SN95G5. I don?t have a problem stepping up to a 6800 Ultra but those are all...
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    6800gt for watching DVDs ?

    I read some threads stating the Video processor on the 6800gt is not working and video playback is being forced onto the CPU. Would it be better to get the Radeon x800 if i do 50% games and 50% watching DVDs on my system? Or should DVDs still play fine on teh 6800 GT ?
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    PNY Dual DVI at outpost.com?

    saw this at outpost.com but think it may be a typo.. (PNY website does not say dual dvi for the 6800 gt) http://shop3.outpost.com/product/4122823
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    RMA new Vid card from Newegg...

    Does anyon know the policy or have experience RMA'ing something to Newegg when they do not have the same in stock? Do they just replace with a similar? Do I get store credit? I received RMA approval, but before i send it in, I want to make sure i dont get stuck without a video card for a few...
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    How to test if my video card is bad ?

    About 3 weeks ago i built a new system as follows: Shuttle XPC SN95G5 A64 3500+ 1 GIG PC3200 ATI 9800 PRO I did some tweaking with Rage 3d Tweak, and a few config adjustments in Doom3 to get the best frame rate possible. I ran ATI Tool to see about overclocking, but nothing was stable...
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    need microphone for recording school lectures

    Well, I just did a google search and apparently there are 10 million different mics for PC's. Well i dont have the time or money to try them all so i figure maybe someone with experience can help. I am looking for a small mic suitable for laptop use inthe classroom environment. Preferrably a...
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    new vid card troubles

    Put together my new system AMD 64 3500+, 1gig pc3200, ATI 9800 Pro. I played Doom for a few days and tweaked settings till it ran smoothly. Then one day as I was playing, the textures tore, or didnt seem to wrap objects correctly. I had alot of triangle shapes on the screen, which made the game...
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    new vid card troubles

    Put together my new system AMD 64 3500+, 1gig pc3200, ATI 9800 Pro. I played Doom for a few days and tweaked settings till it ran smoothly. Then one day as I was playing, the textures tore, or didnt seem to wrap objects correctly. I had alot of triangle shapes on the screen, which made the game...
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    linux sounds work, but no sound in medial player ?

    Installed mandrak 10.1 -64bit, I can hear sounds when certain system things happen, such as login and logout. However when I am in the media player i get NO sound. ? Shows to be playing things back fine, but I hear nothing. Media player is amarok. Any ideas?
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    SLLLLOOOOOWWWWW Boot/Shutdown times.

    Built my new system and everything was screaming fast on win XP. But after loading all my software and configuring things, the system startup and shutdown times have multiplied 10x. How can i see what exactly is causing the delay? Or what may be the culprit?
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    Memory Upgrades

    I currently have 512mb pc3200, and am in need of more memory. My question is should i get another stick of 512 to utilize dual channel speeds? or should i grab a stick of 1gig and lose the dual channel feature? Which would I benefit more from? Which would I notice more of an improvement from? I...