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  1. ZappDogg

    Has anyone tried the beta UEFI BIOS on their Gigabyte board?

    I've got a GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3, and noticed that there is now a beta BIOS that is UEFI instead of Award. I can find nearly NO information about how to update to this from an x64 system (installer bombs, spits out compatibility errors), as well as what any potential issues it might have. The only...
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    Neogaf Battlefield 3 meetups - Monday nights

    Just wanted to post this here, as we're always looking for good players to hop on during our Monday night meetups. Hope to see some of you there! NeoGAF Community Mumble Server: chi.eoreality.net:64762
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    Looking for feedback on an Android App

    Me and my friend have been working on a Cube Runner clone for a bit, just put a rough version on the market for feedback. :D Please let me know of any issues you have, and thoughts on how we can make it better. Download C.U.B.E.S. here or use the code below.
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    Daily fail

    Got a standard paper jam, and the Konica spit out this message: Turns out, that's a phone sex hotline. Wish I hadn't had my phone on speakerphone...
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    Anyone care to become a fan?

    Trying to build my presence on Facebook for my side business, but I don't have all that many personal friends on Facebook, so just curious if anyone could click through and become a fan of my photography page. Only if you like my photos, though! I don't want any posers :D Thanks guys...
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    Long shot...but is there anyone in DFW

    that would be a cool enough guy/gal to let me borrow their LCD calibrator in exchange for a 6 pack of their favorite brew and my eternal thanks? edit: i'd also pay shipping both ways + some on top if you aren't in the metroplex and are feeling particularly generous.
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    Why is my bread burning?! Bakers, help!

    After mastering the art of making artisan loaves in an enamel-covered cast iron dutch oven, I'm now trying to make sandwich loaves in a normal breadpan. The problem is that where the artisan loaves would bake for almost an hour, my sandwich loaves are burning on the top after only 30 minutes...
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    What a random day!

    Found out that the pictures I took of the local Tea Party got linked on a fairly big political site yesterday (I'd never heard of it). Almost 50,000 page views in the last 12 hours...weird. http://pajamasmedia.com/instap...e-tea-party-pics-here/ My site's the second of those links.
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    Help me troubleshoot my new Shuttle!

    Got the SN68SG2 (nforce 630a). Couldn't install Windows from my LG GGC-H20L bluray/hddvd/dvd drive, which was pretty much expected (couldn't do it with my nforce 430 machine either). The REAL kicker was once I got Windows installed via an IDE drive, the LG was recognized in device manager, but...
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    Tell me just how effing unmarketable I am

    B.A. in English, minored in Philosophy, interned at a publishing house, 3 years experience of hardcore SysAdmining straight out of school. 25 years old. How on earth am I supposed to market this resume to anyone outside of IT?
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    Looking for a partner for team doubles in Halo 3

    Trying to rank up in the Team Doubles playlist, and I think I'm at about 13 skill right now. Post your gamertag if you wanna join. I usually play for about an hour a night. I'd rather play with someone consistently than keep pubbing. XBL: Ragnar Lodbrok
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    Decided against getting a truck

    and pretty much got the polar opposite. It's an 09 Focus, and gets over 400 miles per tank...some people in the dealership were saying that they are getting 38 on the highway...pretty amazing, considering it's a peppy little car with a decent engine. Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 Pic 4 Clean...
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    What do you think, should I get this truck?

    Going to take a look at this truck this weekend. 05' GMC Sierra Ext. Cab SLE trim. ? 57k Miles ? Extended Cab ? One Owner ? Dark Blue ? Rhino-lining Bed Liner ? Toolbox ? Extended Warranty (to 90,000 miles) ? Automatic Transmission ? Cruise Control ? 4.8L V8 Engine ? Power Windows...
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    Can somebody explain vacuum hoses to me in layman's terms?

    I have an '04 Taurus that keeps tripping the engine light for running lean. From my research, it appears that the issue is either the MAF, a bad O2 sensor, or a leaking vacuum hose. In the beginning of this problem, I could hear a whistle coming from the hose that leads from the air filter...
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    Can anyone run these VINs for me?

    Not sure if this is against the rules in this forum, I spend most of my time over on the game side. Any info (including carfaxes) on these VINs would be most helpful. VIN Removed VIN Removed Thanks for any help you can give me, Ananders! Do not use this forum to circumvent another...
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    What's the best looking Bluray you've watched so far?

    WALL-E hands down for me.
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    DEAD and OOS: Scorching! 46'' Samsung LCD at Newegg, $1099

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16889102203 It's been in and out of stock all day, but I managed to pick one up this morning. Shipping to Dallas is estimated at Wednesday of next week, not bad! This is an INSANE deal. Mind their non-refundable TV policy. edited...
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    Sony LCD TV backlight issue, help!

    Took delivery of my new 42'' KDL-42V4100 yesterday, and 10 minutes after the delivery guys left, the bottom half of the screen starting flickering. It was like the backlight on the bottom bar had a bad connection or something. It persisted all afternoon, but after turning off the "auto-dim"...
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    DVI to HDMI looks terrible compared to VGA

    I've got my 8800GTS hooked up to my 1080p Vizio via VGA currently. I tried using a DVI to HDMI cable from monoprice, and the visual quality was noticeably reduced. Colors looked blown out, contrast was terrible, and overscan was an issue. Any ideas why?
  21. ZappDogg

    Got accepted to join in a Gearbox playtest!!!

    Sent my acceptance back, hopefully I'm in. Playtest is next Wednesday, and apparently it's a 2 hour session. Should be a blast!
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    Trying to make VBS scripts for Minimize and UnMinimize all windows, help!

    Well, the hard part is done for the most part. Below are what I'm using as scripts for each function. What I would like is to somehow combine these two into a single toggle button, similar to Show Desktop. Any ideas? Minimize all windows Set shell =...
  23. ZappDogg

    Post your favorite Vista themes

    Looking for something minimalistic to simplify my desktop. Any and all theme suggestions are appreciated. I haven't had much luck applying random DeviantART themes, and I'd rather not install any Stardock software. Thanks in advance for sharing your favorites!
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    Bought IL-2: 1946 on a whim yesterday

    After watching a few episodes of Dogfights on the History Channel, I got bitten by the WWII flight sim bug, so I bought the Steam version of 1946 for $10. I'd only played the original IL-2 when it first came out, and given up after a few hours. This time, I'd like to really get into it, with...
  25. ZappDogg

    $20 off $50 or more at Blue Nile

    They sent duplicate emails out yesterday, so to apologize, they are offering a 40% off offer, good until December 9th. No excuse not to get your woman something nice for Christmas now! Coupon code: BNA2DSBT
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    Is Netflix on NXE slow for you?

    I got into the NXE preview, and Netflix was always rock solid, 4 bars on SD content, HD on HD. About a week after NXE went public, I started getting nothing but 1 bar on everything. It's somewhat better during non-peak hours, but for a solid week now, I have been unable to watching ANYTHING...
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    Gonna play L4D online for the first time

    If anyone wants to join, steam name is Menelaus
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    Anyone else just not into L4D?

    Played the PC and 360 demos, even played the entire first "movie" on the 360, and overall my impression is still a resounding "meh". Not enough boss types, not enough weapons, sniper rifle is essentially useless, and not enough aesthetic variance between levels. I feel like I'm on crazy...
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    Who games on a 120Hz tv?

    I keep hearing "Don't hook your console up to a 120Hz TV, the lag is terrible!", but I've noticed nothing but improvement, and with no lag. My Rock Band accuracy has increased, and games just look better. Is this just FUD getting spread around?
  30. ZappDogg

    Free HD cable? No way!

    After reading about QAM channels, I was really eager to figure out the best way to score some free HD. A few days ago, I ran a coax from the top coax port on my wall to my TV...nothing happened. I thought that was the end of the story, and figured that no QAMs were getting pushed out to my...
  31. ZappDogg

    Picked up a 42'' 120Hz Vizio

    Some backstory: Bought the Vizio VX42L back in March. First unit had a backlight bleeding issue that got more and more severe, so I returned it in June for another unit of the same model. That unit performed excellently until last week, when it started dropping audio when using an HDMI source...
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    Made "Manburgers" for dinner last night

    Grilled cheese sandwiches (with bacon inside) for buns, 1/2lb burger patties, hot dogs encased in ground beef and wrapped with bacon, and homemade french fries for dinner last night. Making the "buns" The cooked meat The finished product
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    HELP!!! Strange Xbox Live issue!

    Whenever I load up a game (doesn't matter what game), and go to the online matchmaking screen, I am unable to view games (COD4), retrieve updates (Madden 08), or find matches (Halo 3). I have to sign out of my profile, and back in, and then the problem is fixed. This is a MAJOR pain to have to...
  34. ZappDogg

    Question about XBOX Live gamertags on a used box

    I'm going to be buying my friend's XBOX, but I don't want his gamertag. What are my options for changing it? He has something like 7 months left on his Live, FYI.
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    Anyone else like me and still need Medic achievements?

    I plan on unlocking as many as possible tonight, hit me up on Steam after 5:30 CST if you want to grind a few out on a quiet server. Feel free to add as a friend: http://steamcommunity.com/id/johnnynapalm
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    Playing FPS games from the couch

    Just bought a 42'' LCD tv, and have been playing some PC games from the comfort of my sofa. So far, I've only played games that use the XBox controller, but I'm ready to start playing TF2 again. Having the keyboard on my lap is just not cutting it, nor is using the mouse on the sofa cushion...
  37. ZappDogg

    Hot? Antec Nine Hundred Case

    Deal is at the Egg. $59 + $9 for shipping, seems pretty good to me!
  38. ZappDogg

    Any news on Assassin's Creed PC?

    I've been away for a good while, has anything been announced about the release date?
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    Anyone game with the Logitech 5000 Desktop

    The mouse that came with my MX 3100 desktop bit the bullet, so Logitech is sending me an MX 5000 desktop to replace it. I'm curious if anyone has it, and if there's any lag associated with the bluetooth technology.
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    Favorite games to play on an emulator?

    I just sat down with Star Fox 64 and beat it in 30 minutes...lol, was a blast to the past, but it surprised me how good the old games can look with some anti-aliasing. What games/systems do you guys like to emulate?