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    New Build Discussion

    Just checking back in to let you guys know how the build went. Everything is up and running smoothly, not to mention fast as hell. Just a couple things of note... 1.) The Fractal Designs Define R4 case is HUGE. My previous system was built in an Antec 900 and that thing was tiny by...
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    New Build Discussion

    The main reason for the i7 over the i5 was the stock clock speed. I wanted the higher speed without "having" to overclock, but bought the K just in case I wanted to down the road. I completely get the video card arguement. In all my past systems, I was one or two generations behind the lead...
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    New Build Discussion

    Thanks for the responses Voodoo and everyone else. Here is what I think I've settled on: Previous price - $2092.68 Final Hardware: CPU - Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core - Combo or $339.99 CPU Cooler - Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM - $69.99 Motherboard - ASRock Z97 EXTREME6 ATX...
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    New Build Discussion

    Thank you very much for the input guys! That was exactly the information that I was looking for. At least now if I pay too much for a component, I'll know if it was worth it or if I was just being a brand snob. :) Once I make the final decisions, I'll come back and post my build...
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    New Build Discussion

    I was thinking the water solutions would cool better *and* be a bit quieter. If that isn't the case, then most likely I'll switch to something like a Noctua. They really don't work better than air? Does anyone have a good article or link that talks about this? Yeah, this was a splurge. I...
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    New Build Discussion

    Here is an initial system I threw together by looking at popular components: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/PQ43gs It is slightly over the 2k mark (It was just under 2k, but I changed it to get all parts from Newegg.com just for single shipping point), but seems fairly future proof for my 4...
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    New Build Discussion

    Background: I'll start out by saying that I'm a busy professional with a family, so your expertise is appreciated and will hopefully save me a lot of time. My upgrade cycle is about 4 years. I'm currently without a PC, as I gave it to an "income challenged" friend. I have a high end work...
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    Asus P5Q Deluxe, XP 64-bit and AHCI/SATA problem

    I tried to install XP 64-bit on my new system... Asus P5Q Deluxe w/ Velociraptor drive. First try it went through driver section of load and then when it went to "Starting Windows", it gave me a stop error 0x0000007B. Second try I used nLite to create a custom XP 64-bit .ISO disc with...
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    [Retired] The LCD Thread

    I purchased the 22" LG Flatron L227WTG today at Best Buy with a price match for Fry's and a discount I had for a total out the door of $283. It has no dead pixels and very little bleeding. From the couple hours that I've used it, I'm VERY impressed. I thought the gloss might bother me when...
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    [Retired] The LCD Thread

    After reading all of your suggestions and doing my research I think I've decided to get a BenQ. 1.) Of these 3, which would you recommend for mostly gaming and general browsing and computer needs? G2400WD V2400W FP241VW 2.) Where would you suggest buying from? I think I...
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    Nvidia to quit chipset business

    Nvidia has fully denied the rumors. Posted on DailyTech: NVIDIA recently contacted DailyTech to squash the information regarding it leaving the chipset business. NVIDIA's Brian Burke made it clear that NVIDIA's chipset business is stronger than ever and touched on these three points...
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    OCZ Reaper vs Mushkin

    Hehe.. sounds like you need a new roommate. I don't know much about Mushkin support, but OCZ is excellent when it comes to backing up their products. That is always a good comparison.
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    2x2GB or 4x1GB?

    From the stuff I've read in the forums here it is harder to get 4 sticks to behave in an overclock than 2 sticks. It also seems to have an affect on the timings. I think I also remember n7 saying it stresses the northbridge more, but I could be remembering wrong. I do know I've read most...
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    What is going on? GTX280 prices way up!!!!

    Not sure what you guys are talking about... I just went to newegg.com and saw the same pricing I have all week. BFG GTX280 OC edition is $429.99 after rebate and discount, XFX GTX 280 is 449.99... all other prices seem about the same as well... Radeon HD4870's for like $284.99.. Maybe...
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    Why do I feel the need to keep upgrading...when I don't even need the extra processor power?

    I need a vaccination quick!!! I haven't upgraded in almost 4 years. I'm currently running an Athlon 64 4200+, 6800GT, 2GB DDR, original Raptor 74GB... I told my wife that my buddies and I were all going to start playing Warhammer: Age of Reckoning when it was released and I would need to...
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    Crossfire chipset roundup

    Nice review, thanks OP.. I wish they would have included the 4870 though, to see if the gaps widens considerably when pushing more graphics power.
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    Antec 900 Case - $79.99

    They dropped it another $10 bucks... it is now $69.99 after rebate.
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    [Retired] The LCD Thread

    My head is about to explode from information overload. With every single computer component I can pretty much dial in what I want to buy, but the exception is the LCD monitor. I've read the thread, done research, and am still confused. Please help me out! Background: I mostly play...
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    Antec 900 case for $79.99

    Great deal on a great case. http://forums.anandtech.com/me...=2211849&enterthread=y Enjoy! BerlinCB
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    Antec 900 Case - $79.99

    Great deal on a great gaming case for you folks. Offer good until 8/4/2008. EDIT: Almost forgot the FREE 3-DAY SHIPPING! http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16811129021 Enjoy! BerlinCB
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    Asus P5Q-E and OCZ memory

    I went to Asus' website to check the compatibility chart and it only listed 2 OCZ modules, neither of which I wanted. Is anyone using any of the high end OCZ modules with this board without problems? I know that memory like G.Skill is cheap and works well with this board, but after having...
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    Best 24" LCD in $350 Range?

    That is the same LCD I was thinking about in my new build. I would also like some opinions on what folks believe to be the best 24" panel.
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    Asus P5Q-E and memory w/high heatspreaders

    Thanks The Odorous One. Update: I think I've decided on getting an OCZ Vendetta 2 cooler. Can anyone using this cooler with an Asus P5Q-E motherboard tell me if it interferes in any way with the DIMM slots? I could always get the G.Skill memory with regular heatspreaders, but I just...
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    Asus P5Q-E and memory w/high heatspreaders

    Is anyone using memory that has heat spreaders that stick up an extra bit on the P5Q motherboards? I was thinking of getting the P5Q-E and some G.Skill PI memory, but wanted to double check if it would interfere with any specific HSF setups. Thanks! Berlin