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    Wifi signal from my 54G netgear Router interferes with my surround sound speakers

    Just wondering if speakers/receiver interferes with the wireless router signal? My signal has slowed to a crawl. The only thing that seems to fix it is when I unplug the speaker that is about a foot away from the wifi router. When I do this the internet is smooth. I do notice that the sound...
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    Netbook for farmville?

    So I have seen the youtube video which demonstrates that the game runs fairly well. My gf is completely addicted and completely monopolizing my comp. So I am thinking a netbook would be a nice cheap way to get her off my comp. I went to best buy all ready to get one of the Asus Eee PC...
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    Laptop for photoshop CS4

    Want a laptop for mainly CS4 and really only to view raw files from my camera so it would be good if it had a wide viewing angle ala IPS. I will use this mainly just for viewing my photos on the road and then when home it will be docked and used with my 22" monitor. It would be nice if it...
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    Affordable 750watt MODULAR PSU?

    Is there a reliable/affordable modular PSU out there? Would be nice if it was $100 or less. Thanks. Actually if I am not overclocking do I even need 750watts for this system: The system consists of 4 gigs ram evga 8800 GTS 640MB Vram AMD A64 X2 Dual Core 4400+ Running at 2.21GHZ Raptor...
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    Which case is best for cable management?

    Right now I am using an Antech 900 and I would just like something a little more cable management friendly without having to use power tools (live in apartment). Anything under $150 would be great but understand if it has to be more. Fan cooling is fine. The system consists of 4 gigs...
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    23" Apple Cinema Display problems (aluminum HD model)

    So I was just wondering if this is normal for this display every now and then and especially after a couple hours of operation there is almost like a burn-in effect which is noticable when I am browsing the net. It is not permanent, but is this a sign that the monitor may be on its way out? Does...
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    Cannot view my bios with Apple Cinema Display 23 HD (aluminum)

    This is with these components: For some reason it does not display the bios. It will show the windows icon when booting and then displays the desktop fine. It also scales resolutions just fine and displays properly. GeForce 8800 GTS 640MB Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe Windows Vista Home Premium
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    Best compatible ram for ASUS A8N32-SLI Deluxe MB

    Hello, Can someone point me to a brand of memory (that is currently available for sale at retailers) that is most compatible with this motherboard? I am looking for 2gb of total ram. Thanks in advance!
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    Trying to overclock my system but cannot find memory divider setting in bios?

    Yeah so I have been trying to follow this guide: http://wiki.extremeoverclocking.com/wiki/Athlon_64_Overclocking_Guide The firs thing it wants you to do is tweak the memory divider setting well I cannot find this setting in my bios anyone point me to it? Thanks!
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    For the American Posters on the board

    You know Zalman has some kick ass cooling solutions and I would like quite a few of them, however I don't know if I can support a North korean based company! But I really want their items.
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    New raptor drive not showing up as 150 gig hdd in Windows XP?

    For some reason when I go into my computer and right click on the new Raptor drive it shows up 139gigs instead of 150 gigs? I tried western digitals site and did a search on here but could not come up with anything. Thanks.
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    Is there a front panel audio for the sound blaster other then what creative overcharges for?

    I cannot hook up my cases front panel audio to my sound card. Creative makes this thing that fits in one of the 5.25" drive bays that gives you basically a front panel audio and more. It makes your pc into a sorta home entertainment system. However I don't need that. I just want to be able to...
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    Normal Operating temp of eVGA 8800 GTS 640mb Vram

    Just wondering what should be the normal operating temp for this card under load or idle and what do you use to see what the temp is at under load? Thanks.
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    What are the latest Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe Chipset drivers?

    Do I get these from Nvidia directly and if so which one do I choose thanks!
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    Best price and brand for PC3200 memory?

    Thinking I have to replace my current ram in order to overclock. Im pretty sure its bad ram. Its that PNY optima stuff you get from best buy. In fact it so bad that two out of the 4 sticks 1 gig each has gone bad on me one initially just never worked and the other 1 went bad after about a weeks...
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    What kind of desk setup do you have for your gaming pc?

    Okay so my desk from office max decided to bite it and the tape isnt working anymore so do you have any recommendations? What do you all use? Whats comfortable? Thanks.
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    What kind of desk setup do you have for your gaming pc?

    mistake mods will you delete this double post. Thanks.
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    Is this power supply enough?

    First let me say thank-you in advance for the wisdom you guys provide it is much appreciated! So I have the Antec NEO HE 550watt psu (got it for free from a friend). Here is my system: AMD 64X2 Dual Core 4400+ Toledo CPU Biostar 6100-939 MB EVGA Geforce 8800 GTS 640mb VRAM Creative...
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    Is The Western Digital Raptor worth it for gaming?

    Just wondering if it is going to really improve gaming performance. I mean I understand that its more about Video card, CPU, Ram speed but would this help if you had close to the best in those departments?
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    Recommend a good but fast budget 939 motherboard

    Well per the suggestions of alot of you on this board I decided to sell my old motherboard and vid card and upgrade to a 8800GTS and PCI express video card, keep my ram and cpu. see this thread: http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview...atid=27&threadid=2002966&enterthread=y Anyway Im...
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    What would be a good CPU/MB/RAM/Video Card combo for around $600

    Okay Im not sure if this can be done. I would like to upgrade the CPU/MB/RAM/Video card for around $600 if possible. This is what I have now: AMD 4400 X2 Dual core CPU w/ 2x 1mb l2 cache Socket 939 (I have a thermaltake CL-P0114) XGE AGP Radeon 1950PRO 256mb video ram 3 Gigs 1gb sticks x...
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    Samsung memory question?

    A friend of mine from work gave me some memory but it wont fit in my machine. I was just wondering what kind of value these things hold? He gave me 4 gigs worth of 1gig sticks. Here is the info on the sticks: Samsung 1GB 2Rx8 PC2 - 4200U-444-12-E3 Looks like they came from two different lots...
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    Best bang for the buck AMD 939 CPU

    Looking for opinions on the best bang for the buck for a AMD 939 setup. Not quite ready to upgrade the whole system yet. Here is what I have now: AMD A64 3800+ CPU Stock heatsink Gigabyte GA-K8nsc-939 MB 3 Gig PNY Optima Memory 3x 1gig chips 400mhz ATI RADEON X1950PRO 256mb Vram AGP...
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    Trouble with Antech 900 Case

    Hello, I cannot seem to hook up the stereo plug/mic connectors on the top of the case, all the wiring does not match any kinds of pins on my motherboard or sound card? Its not a huge deal, but I would love to be able to plug my headphones into the front of the case instead of the back as...
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    Need a new Case

    Hello, I think I need a new case. What would be a good budget model for a AMD 3500+ based system with stock heatsink and fan. Also have a Geforce 6800 NU, 1 gig of corsair ram, 160gigabyte 300mb Sata drive, CD RW. It would be nice if I could get it at compusa as I have some credit there...
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    What HDTV would you buy in the $2000 not including tax?

    Unfortunately this will most likely have to be something I can get from Best Buy or Circuit City since my GF is unwilling to buy online. What would you go with? The main thing I am interested in is great picture quality and the biggest I can get. I love the theater experience and want to...
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    Home Entertainment Stands

    Is it crazy to be paranoid about your home entertainment components being able to breathe? We have this nice stand we bought 2 years ago from Target that fits a 40" TV and then has a middle shelf to hold a DVD or a Reciever and there is a drawer for DVDs and then there is a cupboard on the left...
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    I hate ebay!!!! I hate Paypal!

    Why does ebay take down a listing if you mention that the only way you can take paypal is if they use their bank account through paypal or there paypal funds?!?! This is a scam to make one have to upgrade to the Premier account which is a load of crap! They get to charge you 2.9% of what...
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    Ipod Nano 4gig or Mp3 capable cd player for car?

    The Ipod Nano is I believe $200 everywhere. The Car stereo mp3 capable cd player is only $99 I believe. This would allow me to load up a 700 meg cd with mp3s and be able to play it in the car. The advanatage being removable never ending media granted I dont run out of cds ;P The nano is nice...
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    Help me make a video card decision

    Hello, Which is better or should I try to sell both and upgrade to something better then both? Got this as a present PNY GeForce 7600GS 512MB 128-bit GDDR2 AGP 4X/8X Video Card or Already have in my system Leadtek WinFast A400 TDH Geforce 6800 128MB AGP Video Card. Mainly playing...
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    How much memory does winxp hog?

    Im trying to speed up my system for better game performance. I am specifically playing titan quest. Anyway I have a geforce 6800 128meg wintek video card, AMD A64 3200mhz processor, Gigabyte nforce 3 motheboard, 1 gig 2x 512meg corsair value select 400mhz ram. Anyway in an effort to free up...
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    Which version of Microsoft Windows XP professional?

    Hello, I have two computers at home one for me and the other for my gf. I want to get Win Xp Professional for both comps, but Im not sure if all I need is the single liscense copy or a multi liscense copy. These computers are purely for tooling around, this is not a business. Thanks in...
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    Is there a program that will take raw unformatted text and automatically make a professional letter out of it?

    Was wondering if there is some kind of application that will formatt raw text into a nice letter just by importing it into the software? Thanks for any replys!
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    Better to piece out or sell the whole home built Gaming PC?

    Just wondering if it is more profitable to sell the components or the whole kit and kaboodle? I have come upon some hard times and I really want to get out of debt so I am wanting to sell my PC although it is the love of my life, and I have put a lot of time and sole into it I need to get out of...
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    Issue with comp randomly shutting off and restarting with a continued loud beep, blank screen

    Hello, Well after smooth performance after almost 1 years use my home built comp decided to crap out. Basically it all started when I discovered that all but one of my usb ports were not working. So I contacting the tech support for my mb and they had me try switching a setting in windows and...
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    Is 350 watt psu enough for all this?

    Hello, Thanks in advance for any advice. Is 350watts enough to run a AMD A64 2800+ CPU, Chaintech VNF3-250 MB, 2x512mb 400mhz memory, 128mb Nvidia Geforce 6800 NU Leadtek AH400 Video Card, Sound Blaster Live Sound Card, Logitech Optical Mouse, Logitech Keyboard (not fancy), CDRW Drive.
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    Possible reason for only one of my USB ports working on my motherboard?

    Hello, Do any of you have any ideas as to why only one of the two onboard usb plugs work on my motherboard? Motherboard is a Chaintech VNf3-250. Running WinXP sp2. Thanks!
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    poor mouse control in most first person shooters and some rts, is it mouse or system?

    Hello, I seem to have a problem with precise mouse control in most of the new first person shoorters for instance Call of Duty 2 the most recent example, Starship troopers, Quake 4, Real time strategy D&D Dragonshard. System is a AMD, WinXp with SP2 Home Built comp, built by me. CPU: is...
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    Placing a hard drive in system that was used as main drive in another system

    So what would be the best way to do install this drive in my buddys system. I know the used drive needs to be formatted, but what is the best way does this require a new install of windows? I know that we will need to change bios settings. Anyway thanks for any help you can offer.
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    Best memory for the buck

    So I never had a problem with my ram until I upgraded the motherboad/cpu/gpu and now I have been having a weird shutdown problem, not sure if this will fix it but it is a route I am trying since all the others ways have been exhausted. Anyway what would be the best/most economical choice for...