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    Radeon 9800 Replacement

    I bought my 9800 AGP(4x/8x) back in 1999 (i think) for around $200. Its getting old, the fan is loud and on its last legs, so I'm looking for what a good replacement/small upgrade would be for this card. Really just looking for ideas right now. I've been out of the market for a card so...
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    AGP Pro...

    I have an older system with an A7V133-C MoBo and was wondering what kind of AGP cards would run on it. I see at newegg.com that they list AGP's as 2x/4x or 4x/8x. The MoBo says it has an AGP Pro Slot (3.3v) which runs 1x, 2x, and 4x, so would it be able to run a 4x/8x card? MoBo...
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    A7V133-C and AGP Pro?

    I have an older system with an A7V133-C MoBo and was wondering what kind of AGP cards would run on it. I see at newegg.com that they list AGP's as 2x/4x or 4x/8x. The MoBo says it has an AGP Pro Slot (3.3v) which runs 1x, 2x, and 4x, so would it be able to run a 4x/8x card? MoBo...
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    Which is the better setup?

    I getting together a DVR system and was wondering what would be the best way to confiure it. I'm going to be getting a Visontek Xtasy 550 with BeyondTV bundle, and most likley the firefly remote from snapstream. I have an Xtasy Everything capture/video card which only does dual monitor...
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    Capture and Video?

    I'm looking toward building a TiVo type system that can record TV digitally. I have two basic options, build a system soley for that purpose or expand my current gaming rig alittle to acommodate for it. I was wondering if I could run a capture card and a video card? The two I'm thinking about...
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    Compaq Presario R3000 Wireless Help

    Hi all, I recentlly got a d-link di-624 to use with a desktop i already had and my compaq presario R3000. The problem is that i can get the lappy to see the wireless network, connect, but i can't surf the web on any browers (IE, mozilla). The desktop, which is also connected wirelesslly works...
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    Presario R3000 wireless config

    Hi all, I recentlly got a d-link di-624 to use with a desktop i already had and my compaq presario R3000. The problem is that i can get the lappy to see the wireless network, connect, but i can't surf the web on any browers (IE, mozilla). The desktop, which is also connected wirelesslly...
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    Mobile AMD Athlon XP-M Pros/Cons

    Hey all, I was wondering how to AMD XP-M's measure up to other mobile chips on the market. I'm looking at buying a compaq from BB for $849.99. Specs are as follow: Mobile AMD Athlon XP-M Processor 2800+ (1.6GHz) DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 512MB DDR SDRAM memory 60Gig HD 15.4" BrightView...
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    Why are laptops slower?

    Not even a year ago i helped my sister find a middel of the road, word prossesor/internet laptop for around $1000. It was a 2.4 GHz Hp with a smallish HD and enough memory (i can't recall exactlly, but it doesn't really matter). Now i'm helping my girlfriend pick one and every laptop i look at...
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    P4P800 chassis intrusion

    I just got my P4P800 and was booting it up. I couldn't even get into BIOS because the Chassi intrusion alert came up....how do i reset this or turn it off. The jumpers on the board are set the the default setting which, in the manual, say that this is 'off' for chassi intrusion check. Thanks
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    Sapphire 9800 np Manuals

    I bought my 9800 np OEM, so i didnt get the manual....anyone know where i can find one in .pdf or some type....
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    Confused about 9700's

    Ok, just a little confused on this one. The 9700 comes in Pro, and Non-Pro versions.....but the Non-Pro version is made by sapphire atlantis, correct? And if so, is there any diffrence in quality or overall 'goodness' in ATI manufatured and Sapphire made boards? Im basiclly looking for a good...
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    n00b question 9600 vs 9500

    Techniclly and performance wise what are the differances? Whats the better deal?
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    Cases/PSU Reviews

    Are there any sites out there that have good reviews of cases, and PSU's? Thanks
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    Wattage Question

    Im buy a new system.... Asus P4P800 P4 2.4GHz Problly 512mb DDR 400 PC3200 ATI Radeon 9500 Pro Santa Cruz Turtle Beach Sound Card NetGear NIC CD/DVD Floppy Is all the stuff in it....My question is do I need a 400W power supply, or will I be safe with a 350W, or even 300W. Tell me your...
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    AoM Video Trouble

    I just got Age Of Mythology and am well above the min requierments. I run the game and everything works fine until it loads a map and puts me into the game. I can't see ANY units or buildings. I can drag a box and select them, i can hear what they say and move them. I can see them move on...