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    Sparkle Geforce 6600GT AGP $150.60

    Doing a search on their site for 6600GT turns up a number of video cards, interesting for a retailer who claims not to sell them. None of them, however are made by Sparkle. Sketchy........ I was jealous I missed this when I first saw this thread. Now I'm glad I've got my BFG 5900XT OC on...
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    BFG FX5900XT OC 128MB 8x AGP Video Card - $125 sold out

    Here's a link to a guide on flashing NVidia cards: http://www.devhardware.com/forums/t25300/s.html&highlight=5900xt+5950u+flash Unfortunately, it specifically states that "A 5900XT will not work because it has 2.8ns memory while the 5950u has 2ns memory, trying to flash an XT to an 5950U will...
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    MUCH THANKS! :D
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    DVD-R 1x Media 100-pk $31!! free shipping (some users see 2x, 4x, or 8x)

    By "no read error" do you mean that you've scanned the discs with DVDInfoPro and gotten no errors, or that the disk seems to play fine in a DVD player? The discs generally seem to burn fine at all speeds, but if you burn them faster than 1X, you get read errors when you scan them. These...
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    DVD-R 1x Media 100-pk $31!! free shipping (some users see 2x, 4x, or 8x)

    This is true. In my 4X burns with 1200 read errors, half of them come in the last 10% of the scan, with the rest spread out over the rest of the burn. Large blocks of errors occur at the end of the discs.
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    Liquid Video 4.7GB/120-Minute DVD+Rs (25-Pack) - $12 AR

    check the media reviews at dvdrhelp.com
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    DVD-R 1x Media 100-pk $31!! free shipping (some users see 2x, 4x, or 8x)

    After a bit of a closer look and a rescanning of my discs with DVDInfoPro, I've come up with the following results, based on 4 burned discs, all Yu Jhan 001, done on a Nec ND-1300A. Discs burned at 4X: 1000 - 1200 Read Errors per disc Discs burned at 2X: 30 - 90 Read Errors per disc Two...
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    DVD-R 1x Media 100-pk $31!! free shipping (some users see 2x, 4x, or 8x)

    I've got the Yi Jhan 001's and I've burned a few of them on my NEC ND-1300A with Herrie's Firmware 1.07v4 The first couple of discs burned fine at 4X and played back fine in my Cyberhome DVD player, but checking them on DVDInfoPro turned up MANY read errors... Over 100 per disc. A third...
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    HOT! Verizon cell phone - free Express Network high-speed internet (144Kbps)

    Yep. I've been using my VX4400 hooked up to my Sony Clie to surf the web on the go. Definitely a cool thing. All you need is a cable from supplynetwireless.com or gomadic.com to connect your phone to your palm and you're set.
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    Amazon Gold Box Deal: A Pair of Motorola T5820 2-Way Radios for $46.95 AR

    Just to let you know, this thread has a set for 32.44 AR, however they have less than half the range (only 2 miles). If you're looking for short-range use, go for them.
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    Amazon Gold Box Deal: A Pair of Motorola T5820 2-Way Radios for $46.95 AR

    Looking to keep in touch with friends and family on a trip to the beach, camping or skiing? Found this in my gold box today: A pair of Motorola T5820 2-Way Radios (Graphite Black). Features: 5-Mile Range 22 Designated GMRS/FRS Channels 38 Interference Eliminator Codes 10 Audible Call Tones...
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    WARM??? Animatrix from PlayCentric

    If Best Buy has it for the same price, just grab it there. 10% or more off this weekend with coupons. Plus, as far as I'm concerned, Playcentric is a bunch of scammers. Screwed me on Spawn dvd's a while back. Took forever (about 8 weeks) to ship, and when it arrived it was just one episode...
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    Hot! COmpusa WD 175gb $109 AR

    I'm grabbing one. Don't forget to get an extra 2% back through Ebates!
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    SUPER HOT DEAL! NEWEGG.COM....

    It says on a slip of paper in the packaging that the plug with the green sticker on it is the one for the flash reader. The other one is the one for the usb port. FYI, be careful when handling the cord, as it is just plugged into two tiny little connectors on the reader. If it is tugged on...
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    SUPER HOT DEAL! NEWEGG.COM....

    I was in the exact same boat as you, except I have a Dimension 4550, but the concerns are identical. I asked around to both Dell techs and on the community and no one could tell me what those pins on the front i/o panel were for. I didn't risk it and just spliced the usb cable like I posted...
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    SUPER HOT DEAL! NEWEGG.COM....

    Just match up the colors (red to red, green to green, etc.). Easy as pie. Since I'm not much for soldering, I just ripped off the header plug, connected the wires together by color, taped each of them up with some electrical tape. Plugged the sucker in and it was good to go. Not an elegant...
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    Help Finding USB Connectors on a Dell Motherboard

    Any/All help is appreciated on this. I've got a 2.4Gig Dell Dimension 4550 that I am attempting to connect a USB 2 internal flash card reader to and I am having the worst time trying to find USB connector pins on the motherboard. Dell support has not been exceedingly helpful, though they have...
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    Starbucks Carafe w/mugs now $7.99 or 2 mugs for $1.99

    Looks to me like they got out of the biz of selling stuff online... everything except coffee and starbucks cards, that is. Bummer.
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    atomic hot***Radioshack touchscreen remote discontinued, price $29.95

    A bit off topic, but how stupid are the marketing/design people at Radio Shack??? A Golf Bag Remote??????? http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=CTLG&category%5Fname=CTLG%5F002%5F002%5F010%5F001&product%5Fid=15%2D2127
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    atomic hot***Radioshack touchscreen remote discontinued, price $29.95

    Just picked one up in lower Manhattan. The salesman was gutsy enough to try to sell me a $35 extended warranty for a $30 item!
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    Alienware Computer 2.66ghz for only 250$ Free shipping

    Found via anywho.com: Flowers, Michael 8921 S Ross Ave OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73159 405-685-2686
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    Alienware Computer 2.66ghz for only 250$ Free shipping

    Somebody put this dolt in his place. There are idiots on the internet fool enough to fall for a pyramid like that, but he ain't gonna find 'em here.
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    Hot DVD Deals- British Comedy Fans

    Fawlty Towers is available at Amazon.ca for $31.79 before shipping if you use a $5 off code from Techbargains. Not a bad price from a reliable supplier and definitely cheaper than DDD's price. Don't forget our wonderful deals from the frozen north.
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    Amazon Gold Box Deal: 256 MB CompactFlash card for $37.99 after MIR

    I'm sticking with this SimpleTech deal and waiting it out. Had good luck with fast supersaver shipping in the past. Moreover, there's a thread over at Chubby Billfold referencing this deal that contains this interesting quote: "I remember an item I once bought from Amazon had a rebate that...
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    Amazon Gold Box Deal: 256 MB CompactFlash card for $37.99 after MIR

    Try it. It should, because the item price shows up in your cart as $79.99 with a $12 discount added at checkout. If it doesn't work, you can at least use one of the 5 off 35 coupons from FW. That's what I did, as I had already used the 10 off 75 coupons on each of my accounts.
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    Amazon Gold Box Deal: 256 MB CompactFlash card for $37.99 after MIR

    Found in my Gold Box Today: SimpleTech 256 MB CompactFlash Card Normally $79.99, they had a $12 discount, bringing it to $67.99. You can use a $10 off $75 coupon from Chubby Billfold to bring it down to $57.99, and there is a Mail in Rebate for $20 on this item through March 31. Add free...
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    canon i850 for 143.79 after rebate, free shipping at amazon

    *** BACK IN STOCK!!! *** I just picked one up. The price is a bit higher than before, but still a good deal. 182.94 Canon i850 Printer - 10.00 $10 off $75 Coupon (from FW) - 30.00 Mail In Rebate 0.00 Free Super Saver Shipping ------------ $142.94 Go get 'em!
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    canon i850 for 143.79 after rebate, free shipping at amazon

    $143.79?? It gives me a price of $199.88 and the rebate I find on Canon's site is only for $30. Even using the $10 off $75+ coupon from Chubby Billfold, that comes to $159.88. Can anyone tell me where my math teachers have failed me? Or have Amazon just figured they were selling it too cheap...
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    Starbucks Barista Espresso Machine - $200 - Today Only!

    Just got my Barista today and I couldn't be happier. Typing this as I sip a cappucino and I don't kow if I'll ever get to sleep tonight with this level of caffeine in my system. Great machine, and shipped quick! Hope somebody else out there got in on this. It's still on sale for $250 and at...
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    Starbucks Barista Espresso Machine - $200 - Today Only!

    Ah, well..... Deal done. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Starbucks Barista Espresso Machine - $200 - Today Only!

    If you have about $395 to spend (shipping included), look into the Rancilio Silvia. By all accounts it is a much better, long lived machine. Great reviews and a big following. Otherwise, for those of us with lighter bankrolls, this Barista deal is a good one.
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    Starbucks Barista Espresso Machine - $200 - Today Only!

    Just thought I'd throw this one up there as I just got in on it. For all you coffee lovers, Starbucks is selling their Barista Espresso Machine for $250 on sale from its $350 normal price. It is a well-reviewed machine made by Saeco in Italy. Better machines can be had for around $400+ but...
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    Anyone get the Dell 1900FP to pivot?

    Happily waiting for my new Dell 1900FP to be delivered, trembling in anticipation (or is that the 10 cups of coffee?) My one misgiving is that it will not have the pivoting base of its retail counterpart, the Samsung 191t. After reading a number of bubbling reviews of using the monitor in...
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    New lcd: 191t or 172t?

    As I wait patiently for my new rebadged 191t to arrive from Dell (a wonderful Christmas present from my wonderful fiance), I worry about the response time and the ghosting/streaking in greyscale that others have reported. As I am a gamer (not hardcore, but I do enjoy the occational UT2003...
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    HOT!! Band of Brothers DVD set - $$53 shipped

    This is still a darn good deal. Used it to get BOB for me and all 3 Sex and the City seasons for my fiance. Probably be using it again to get the Sopranos sets. All in all a great deal to get all your DVD's from North of the border. Thanks!
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    Hitachi CML174B 16ms Response 17" LCD - $630

    Thanks for the link. Again, not official Hitachi specs and it looks like the door was left a little open for debate, but the buzz is good enough for me to take the plunge. Gonna go for it after I get my next paycheck... Xmas took out a bit too big a bite this year. ;) Also, Monitorsdirect.com...
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    Hitachi CML174B 16ms Response 17" LCD - $630

    I've been looking for it and have yet to find it myself. I might have to call Hitachi to see about this, as I see nothing in the official specs. The reviewer could be right or he could be full of it. Just wanted to bring it up as a possible problem here. I'll be looking into it further, as I'm...