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    BOXDP965LTCK (Intel p965 Express)

    FYI for here, and others who may do an internet search: I just built my computer using this board and the sound drivers include Intel Audio Studio. That is OK, unless you want to change the font size to anything larger than .96 DPI. Every time you reboot you will get a warning that the...
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    Lian-Li Support?i

    I had the exact same problem with my Lian Li fans; I also got no support from Lian Li. They way I solved the problem is that I plugged the fans straight to the 5v power supply instead of the motherboard. the MB supply was about 1.6v, so perhaps that was too low for the fans. The fans run...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    I don't think it's accurate. I ran Prime95 and my CPU Die temp barely moved. Kaad_G
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    Highest resolution vs. Optimum resolution

    I think that's it. The combination of high resolution and high refresh rate. Thanks BFG10K Kaad_g
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    Highest resolution vs. Optimum resolution

    Ahh, I never thought about that. Still, why is there a recommended resolution for each monitor? Perhaps it's because the monitor has a difficult time maintaining the same quality when operating at it's maximum possible resolution. Kaad_g
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    Highest resolution vs. Optimum resolution

    BTW, both of those monitors above are 21 inch Kaad_g
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    Highest resolution vs. Optimum resolution

    There are many monitors that are the same size but have different "recommended" resolutions. They seem to be based on their highest resolution capability. For instance, here is a Dell 2125B with the highest resolution at 1600 x 1200 @ 85 Hz and a optimum resolution at 1280 x 1024 @ 85 Hz...
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    Highest resolution vs. Optimum resolution

    I see lots of CRT specs that give their highest resolution and their optimum resolution. So does this mean if you run the monitor at the highest resolution the picture quality degrades? When I run my monitor at it's highest resolution, it seems to work just as well as the lowest resolution...
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    P1130 vs MultiSync FP1350x

    Well, I thought I wouldn't get too many replies on this. Lots of P1130s out there but not too many FP1350xs. I have 28 days left to play with the 1350 before I decide to return it; I'll continue to evaluate it. Kaad_g
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    P1130 vs MultiSync FP1350x

    Yes, both refurbished. I was looking into an LCD, but after researching I decided that LCDs are a year or two away yet (for me). Well, this FP1350 looks great to me, but then I'm not picky and I'm going from a very cheap 17in. My guess is that not too many people own a FP1350x, so I may not...
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    P1130 vs MultiSync FP1350x

    I was going to order a Dell P1130 for $275 shipped. While at Frys I picked up an NEC MultiSync FP1350x for $160 just to see if I really wanted to go with a bigger monitor. Going from my 17in this one looks great! I know on paper the P1130 is better, but since I would be running them both at the...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    That's interesting Brule. That makes me think our temp readings are either wrong or perhaps perfectly normal; maybe it should be reading those temps. Perhaps some of cool temp readings other other people are getting are not correct. There's just too many people getting similar readings to...
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    Samsung SyncMaster 915N

    I don't think we'll know the real story behind the quality and capabilities until we get a hands on "real world" review. Kaad_g
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    Samsung SyncMaster 915N

    Next month according to the article. Kaad_g
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    Whick LCD

    You might be interested in this article. http://www.cnet.com/4520-10602_1-5618782-1.html Kaad_G
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    Samsung SyncMaster 915N

    Also this is a 19in, I believe most 8ms LCD monitors are 17in. So the competition is heating up. Kaad_g
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    Samsung SyncMaster 915N

    Yep, and hopefully it will happen quickly. Prices for the current LCDs should fall even further while people start to buy the newer models. Kaad_g
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    Samsung SyncMaster 915N

    Don't know if anyone has seen this yet, but it looks like other companies will have to catch up. http://www.cnet.com/4520-10602_1-5618782-1.html Kaad_G
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    6600gt step into liquid

    You need to download the Nvidia DVD decoder from the Nvidia web site. http://www.nvidia.com/object/dvd_decoder_1.00.67.html Kaad_g
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    When will 19" LCDs be under $250?

    About 3-4 months ago I had read the same (That prices would increase), but the opposite happened. Now they think there will be further decreases. Here is a very recent article from Jan 21: http://olympics.reuters.com/au...gyNews&storyID=7397478 And a quote from that article "No. 2...
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    66.93 official or 71.20?

    Ahh, Thanks. Can't get the Nvidia decoder to work for me, maybe I'll try them. Kaad_g
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    66.93 official or 71.20?

    I thought the 66.93 was the latest. Where are you getting the 67.66? The Nvidia site shows the 66.93 as the latest. I think I'm missing something here. Kaad_g
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    Good information, thanks virtualgames0 Kaad_g
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    Well, I'm learning more as I go. Just looked at an 1130 in action this morning. The person using it can't stand the lines from the Aperture Grille. Not sure if it would bother me or not. It seems the Aperture Grille is very common when moving up in size and quality in CRT monitors. Still need...
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    No, I picked that resolution as an example only. I currently have a Daewoo 17in, so almost any 21in would be a big move up for me. I'm not extremely critical, but I do want to get the most for my money. There are a variety of models from many sources in the 21in range, and a great majority...
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    Thanks for your input virtualgames0. I'll be buying refurbished so it will be a 6 month exchange warranty regardless of the monitor I buy. I certainly wouldn't be against paying more for better quality. Looking at the specs, the P275 is capable of slightly higher resolution and scan rates...
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    Yep, they are both BIG, but I have the room. I have been leaning towards the P260 and figure that's what I'll buy. Thanks, Kaad_g
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    When will 19" LCDs be under $250?

    I read an article a few months ago that LCD prices will be dropping further during the early part of this year. Kaad_g
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    CRT Monitors: Dell P1130 vs. IBM P260

    Anybody favor one over the other? http://www.azatek.com/details.asp?iid=524 http://www.azatek.com/details.asp?iid=483 My guess is that I would be happy with either one. The p1130 is much more popular, but the p260 has a DVI input and is little cheaper. If anybody out there owns...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    On the other hand....... After doing some research on this forum and PC Perspective, it seems that these temps are similar to what many people are getting; and it's still under the AMD spec. Before I do anything I be interested in seeing what changes you guys get when you change the thermal...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    Your not talking down to me, I'm here to learn. I think you could be correct about the air bubbles. I only partially lifted the HSF on one end, but since I did not re-apply the thermal compound that could have been enough to introduce the air bubbles. I think I'll take this one step at a...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    Thanks for the reply Gil554. I didn't realize how poorly done my table was on my last post....Geeez. So here is what speedfan tells tells me in my configuration file. I show the temps on Idle and when running Prime 95 for a few minutes...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    Brule, I'm getting the exact same CPU readings you are (I think). Did changing the HSF improved your temps? I think I misread the speedfan readings I was asking questions about earlier, I thought my CPU was reading about 35 at idle; now I believe that may have been my board reading. I think...
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    Thanks Megatomic, When my CPU usage is approximately 60%, my CPU temp goes to about 39; again reasonable. But my CPU fan never changes speed......should it? If I install "Cool n Quite" would that increase the fan speed when necessary or should I just not worry about. Kaad_g
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    Unofficial Soltek SL-K8AN2E-GR thread

    Using Speedfan I show a temp of 34 C at idle which seems reasonable, but my stock CPU HSF reads 3184 RPM, that seems low to me. WHM shows the same speed. This is my first build, so I'm not sure. I see a lot of poeple giving numbers like 5000 for the stock HSF. Does that speed sound about...
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    My SATA power cables are a little short

    Thanks, guess I'll go with the adapter. Perhaps that extra wire coming from the SATA power cable is for future use. I know they have SATA II and soon SATA III; it's hard to keep up with all the changes. Kaad_g
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    My SATA power cables are a little short

    WOW, I was hoping to get a few more replies than this. Still searching for an answer. Kaad_g
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    My SATA power cables are a little short

    Both of my SATA power cables coming out of my power supply are a bit short. I tried looking for extenders but no luck. Has anybody ever seen SATA power cable extenders? I do have the 4 pin Molex to 15 pin adapter I can use, and that would solve my problem because the 4 pin connectors reach...
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    6600GT (AGP) or ATI AIW RADEON 9800PRO

    I researched a little more and it would appear that the hardware encoders are the way to go. Otherwise you're right, Software encoding TV tuners are fairly inexpensive. Kaad_g
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    6600GT (AGP) or ATI AIW RADEON 9800PRO

    Interesting answers: I would have thought for sure that someone would have recommended the AIW card. But since this site is more oriented towards gaming, I can understand the support for the Video only card. You know, I never thought about that fact that you can use the separate TV tuner...