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    Samsung 2493HM vs Dell E248WFP

    Hi All, I will be using this monitor mainly for gaming and Office apps. Which do you think will be a better choice if the price difference is $75 (Samsung higher). Samsung has HDMI Input http://www.anandtech.com/displ...owdoc.aspx?i=3302&p=10 Thank you.
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    Rate My Gaming/Overclocking System

    Hello, I will be building a new gaming system and will overclock moderately. Antec P182 Intel Extreme Edition QX9770 Asus P5E3 Premium Evga 9800GX2 (maybe 2) DDR3 1600Mhz 2GB x 4 WD Raptor 150GB Seagate 1TB x 2 Seagate 750GB x 2 PC Power and Cooling Silencer 750W Any suggestion on...
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    Silent case for decent gaming system

    Hi all, my PC for 3 years just died so I am planning to build a new gaming system. So far.. QX9770 Evga 9800 GX2 Raptor 150GB I want to first decide on the case then the Mobo and PSU Lian Li V1100B Plus http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811112060 Lain Li V1110B...
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    Will this work in 4s?

    AMPX at Newegg I am thinking about getting 4 of the: WINTEC AMPX 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory $84.99 + free shipping @ Newegg My setup: EVGA 122-CK-NF68-A1 LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI ATX 2 x EVGA 8800GTX 2 x Raptors 150GB...
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    Optimizing Dual Core potential with Hard Drive Setup.

    Hey all. I'm setting up my opt system and wanted some suggestions. Sorry for asking so much. I just want the best out of this system. My system is : Opteron 175 or 170 or 165 (2 are on the way, i will keep the best overclocker) ThermalRight SI-120 DFI Expert Beta Bios 12/07 2 x 1GB OCZ...
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    Is OCZ PowerStream 520W enough?

    Hi everyone. I?m am setting up my new computer and am afraid that my Power Supply can not handle all the parts. I have OCZ Power Stream 520w My planned setup is: DFI Expert Opteron 175 2 x 7800 GTX w/ACS3 2 x 1GB OCZ Platinum 2 x 74GB Raptors 2 x Western Digital 400GB SATA II 16MB 1...
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    DFI Expert and Opt 175

    Sorry for the n00b questions but i thought the ram have to be placed in certain slots given in the manuals. I put my dual channel 2 x 1GB sticks OCZ Plat. in the orange slots. Its it okay to put them in the 2 slots closest to the CPU or is it not recommended? When Priming my computer freezes...
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    Stability Testing

    Hi all. I got my system up and running. Opt 175 @ 2.6 1.42v 2 x 1gb OCZ Platinum PC3200 300 GB Seagate IDE 520 Powerstream 7800 GTX ACS3 (stock) This is my testing setup until my x-Navigator and 6 high cfm fans come in (hope they make a differerence). It is now in my lanboy. Stock...
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    When MoBo frys your parts..

    Does the Mobo company pay for the damages to the parts or just RMA on the Mobo? Will I be able to RMA my CPU if warranted? Thanks
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    I'm tired of OOS

    I'm tired of waiting for the OCZ EB to be in stock. I got all my parts except my MoBo and Memory. I can probably get DFI Expert, but am debating whether or not to get the ASUS A8N32 SLI instead. I read that the Expert either come working fine or bugged. ASUS seems to be more stable. They are...
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    Quick question about Opt 175..

    After reading the forums, i've decided to buy the Opteron 175.. Question is where should I buy it from and OEM or Retail? People are reporting good stepping, I believe 0530 for the 165 and 170 .. but they are both out of stock.. so I figured.. maybe.. since the 175 are still in stock that...
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    My soon to be setup..

    SN26P http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16856101479 AMD X2 4800+ (Will order soon, along with the second 7800 GTX) 2 x eVga 7800 GTX ACS3 (Got one already, will get the other soon) 2 x 1GB OCZ Platinum 2-3-2 (Got them) 2 x Raptor 74GB Raid 0 (Got them) I am planning to OC...
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    SN26P

    http://global.shuttle.com/Product/Barebone/SN26P.asp http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16856101479 I heard this little thing is sweet. Supports 2 x 16 Pci E. Amd X2. Supports 2 7800GTX in SLI. Decent cooling and overclock. Any suggestions, experience with this or advice...
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    Are these Memory no good?

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820227210 I've been reading the forums and no one seem to like these. I wanted to purchase this for my system but now am unsure. Can someone please tell me why they are not a good choice? The system I am trying to build is this: SN26P...
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    Aspire X-Navigator?

    Any suggestions?
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    Need a good setup, please suggest.

    I am planning to build a new setup and planning to OC. So far .. DFI LanParty SLI-D http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16813136158 ThermalRight SI-120 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16835109123 SilverStone 120MM 110CFM...
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    Building New Computer, Please Suggest...

    I can spend about $600 max on CPU and Motherboard. I was thinking maybe 3700+ San Deigo for $234 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103539 or X2 3800+ for $329 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103562 Does the 1Mb Cache make a big performance...
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    512MB PC3200 or 1GB PC2700

    Hi all just want some suggestions. Both are value ram PC3200 is Cosair and the PC2700 is Samsung. It is for Sempron 2600 and FX5200. Main use is downloading and aome gaming. Musice and Playing media player. Thanks!!
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    Sempron SUPER HOT??

    Hi. I just put a system together and in the bios, it says 78C!!! Isn't that too hot?? I got the ECS mother board and Sempron 2600+. Thanks
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    how do I turn on the computer if...

    I am going caseless? Lol.. I can't figure it out
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    Opteron questions

    Can these be used for regular computing? Like word, games, etc?? Sorry, I know nothing about servers, or even computers. 2 - AMD Opteron? 246 CPUs Tyan Thunder K8SD Pro (S2882-D) motherboard Microsoft Server 2003 x64 Edition My friend said something about getting all this for $500 at...
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    CPU + Mobo = $200-$250

    I want to build a computer for fun. I already have spare hard drives, power supply, video card.. Any suggestions? I read from Zebo about the P4 2.26Ghz OC to a 3.7 - 3.8 on stock voltage. Maybe?? Sempron 2800+?? Thanks!!
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    6800gt for x800xt aiw or x850xt pe

    Hi all. which would you choose in my situation: 6800gt agp.. sold for $350 bought x800xt aiw agp for $350 should i keep the x800xt aiw or sell it and buy a x850xt pe pci-e for about$400 now i can sell my x800xt aiw for $400 so it is like an exchange.. but... if I get the x850xt pe pci-e...
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    Memory for Mac

    Hi all. Will memory for PC work on a Mac G5? All the specs match but was wondering if theres any difference between Mac and PC ram. Thanks!!
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    OC 2.8ghz Northwood

    Hi. What is a good OCing motherboard for 2.8ghz Northwood? Thanks!!
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    AGP and PCI-e

    Hi. I want to know if there are any motherboard out there that support BOTH AGP and PCI-e. Thanks!!
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    To Dual or not to dual?

    Hi. I've been reading about the new dual core and needed some answers. If I am a gamer, is dual core going to make a difference or only if I multitask? I want to get the AMD Dual Core when it comes out but should I wait? I bought the AMD 3500+ when it first came out and overclocking is not...
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    Faster hard drive make a difference if..

    I were to raid 0 two Cheetah 15k RPM? Will I notice the difference in gaming and in loading up the comp? I was thinking about it and just maybe... I was told that raid 0 for 2 raptors only gains 5 - 10 % speed but the SCSI Cheetah 15k will gain about 25 - 50 % speed.. is it worth it?
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    A8V Deluxe.. NEED HELP!!! PLEASE!!!!

    Hi all. Here is my situation: I had my computer up and running for about 5 months and decided to format and reinstall because my main drive is "F" and I needed to be "C" drive. So I saved all neccessary files on a separate hard drive and formatted. I have 2 Western Digital SATA 74GB Raptors...
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    Raid Controller??

    Hi all. I just want to know where I can get a Raid Controller Driver. I have a Asus A8V Deluxe and in the Device Manager there was one that had a "?" and named "Other Devices". In it, was "Raod Controller" So I believe I need a driver for it. Any idea where to get it of f it is necessary? Thank you.
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    Prime95 and your OC Results

    Hi. Just want to compare some overclocking results along with the level of Prime that is used to test it. Anyone know what level of testing is REALLY stable? The 3 level listed in Prime95 are: Option 1: Small FFTs (maximum FPU stress, data fits in L2 cache, RAM not tested much) Option 2...
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    Graphic Stability Test??

    What do you guys sue for Graphic Card Stability Test? Memory test? Thank you.
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    My Overclocking Results..

    Hi all. I finally found a setting that I am happy with, but wanted to make sure that it is the optimal setting (or close to it). AMD 64 3500+ 130nm Asus A8V Deluxe Rev.2 OCZ PC4000 DDR500 Gold Rev2 Speed: 2479mhz @ 1.65v --- 52c - 58c Multiplier: 9.5 Clock Mem: 260mhz Memory: 1:1...
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    new to oc, plz clear up some confusion..

    okay. i was reading the forums and i guess it just confused me even more. using my comp as an example: so i raised my mem clock from 200mhz to 227mhz, but for it to be stable and pass the prime test, i had to raise the vcore to 1.7v, but i seen some people stable at 1.5v at about 229mhz. does...
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    Can my 3500+ go any faster?

    Hi all. I oc my 3500+ to about 2500mhz with stock hsf. its currently about 58c. vcore is at 1.70v. im using 227mhz x 11. memory is at 1.80v. its timing is 2.5-3-3. my vcore CAN go to 1.75, but should i? will it be too hot? any suggestions will be helpful. thank you.
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    What is the best water cooling solution?

    Hi .. I just want to know what brand/kit are good.. i've heard swiftech.. any other? thermaltake? zalman?
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    Water Cooling Thread..

    This is a thread for water cooling.. debating on what to get but realized that there is a whole section for cooling.. sorry... Here's the link to the thread: http://forums.anandtech.com/me...8&threadid=1422132
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    Newbie OC Question. Plz help out

    Hi all. this is a really stupid question but i'm a newbie. well its like this, i read the guide to overclocking and it says that the easiest way to have the memory compatible with the fsb is to buy a "higher" mhz ram. well i did that. i bought the ocz pc4000 ddr500 so i dont have to oc the ram...
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    PSU: Limiting my OC?

    "The rest of your system outclasses the power supply, I'd put $$ towards that before any further attempts at using MORE power (assuming you want higher o'c)." "..it may be a matter of parts with potential of drawing enough amps that power supply can't cope so well anymore, rails rapidly...
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    Water Cooling or Fan: Overclocking

    Hi. I just want to know what are the top picks for heatsink and water. from my research, most people recommend Zelman and Thermaltech (for heatsink). my cpu is at about 55-60c idle, so i think i need a better hsf than the stock. please give any recommendations. some i've looked at are...