Search results

  1. A

    Gaming build between 600-700

    Hi all, I'm planning to make a build for a friend in the next few weeks but I haven't been up-to-date with current hardware. I'd appreciate some suggestions for a 600-700 build (including shipping costs) not including monitor, keyboard, or mouse. Thanks. 1. What YOUR PC will be used for...
  2. A

    Fan on Arctic Freezer Pro 7 giving out...

    Hi all, My Arctic Freezer Pro 7's fan that's currently cooling my E8500 is giving out... It's currently making weird sounds and operating at a very low RPM. I would like to find a cheap fan that will operate silently...doesn't need to be a ridiculous performer as I'm not overclocking...
  3. A

    Very Strange Internet Issue...

    Hi all, I'd really appreciate some help with a strange internet issue on my desktop computer. Basically, the internet randomly cuts off in a weird way while I'm using it. It happens randomly and once it gets cut off it's very hard to get it back - though it sometimes randomly will come back...
  4. A

    A little help with regular expressions

    I know very little CS but I'm force to come up with a regular expression that will accept either 0, 0.5, 1, 2, or 3. Can someone help? Thanks.
  5. A

    Some questions about UPS

    I have a package that is scheduled to arrive today delivered by UPS Ground. The tracking indicates that it arrived in my city at 4:34 am but there's no "Out for Delivery" message that you usually see in the early morning before your scheduled delivery date. Nevertheless, the status still says...
  6. A

    Some help installing new HD

    I just got a new 2TB Hitachi Deskstar HD and I installed it in my computer. My computer boots up and it shows the HD in the BIOS and Windows even shows it installing drivers and saying it's ready to use. However, I can't find it anywhere in my list of drives...it's not in My Computer and I...
  7. A

    Monthy expenses/salary for recent grad

    I'm 21 and graduated college in May. I started working in my area around school (Baltimore) as a clinical research coordinator and I make ~$35k for the time being before I seek higher education (masters, med school, whatever I decide). I feel my monthly expenses are relatively low but I wanted...
  8. A

    Thinking of adding on a 2407WFP to my 2007WFP

    Hey guys, I'm currently using a Dell 2007WFP (panel code LM201W01 = S-IPS). I'm thinking of adding a Dell 2407WFP A04 revision, which is an S-PVA panel. For those who have used both, how do they compare and would these dual monitors be a good fit? Thanks!
  9. A

    Visual Basic on Windows Vista x64

    Hey guys, I'm having a ton of trouble installing VB 6.0 on my Vista x64 machine. Are there any available VB clients that will allow me to view and edit some basic VB code? Thanks! Moved from Off Topic. Sr Moderator allisolm
  10. A

    Following up with Job Interview

    Hey guys, I interviewed for a job at a clinical research center two weeks ago on the 30th that I really liked. It's been about two weeks and I haven't heard anything back from the hiring manager. I sent them a nice thank you email directly afterwards and I called my interviewer about a week...
  11. A

    Any recent grads job hunting right now?

    Hey guys, I'm wondering how all the rest of you (esp. c/o 2009) are doing with the job search. I started looking about a month ago and I've been really aggressive. I've applied to about 100 jobs through HR and I'm currently contacting faculty members at my school to look for a clinical...
  12. A

    Upgrading from E8500 @ 4.0 Ghz to i7 920 @ 4.0 Ghz

    I'm running my current system (in sig) with a C2D E8500 @ 4.0 (though I'm pretty certain I can push it farther on air) and I was wondering if upgrading to a i7 and hopefully pushing it to the 4.0 mark would be a worthy upgrade. I don't use my system for anything TOO intensive other than the...
  13. A

    Recommend me some good but cheap headphones for a really big head :)

    After graduation I moved into an apartment with a friend who's extremely sensitive to noise. Because of this I've had to wear headphones while doing most things on the computer. My iPod earbuds are wearing out and I'm really beginning to despise the feeling of them in my ear. I was wondering...
  14. A

    Suggestions on internet plans

    I'm moving to a new apartment after having been in an on-campus dorm the my past year where internet was provided. I would ideally want a very fast internet service that's not bundled with TV or phone (don't need either of those) for a minimal price. I plan on using the internet to do my work...
  15. A

    Question about paypal dispute from an ebay buyer

    Earlier yesterday an ebay buyer opened a dispute for an item "not as described" against me. The entire issue is stupid and unnecessary and I'm trying to get it sorted out. The buyer has asked for a small partial refund of the money but paypal shows a hold for the entire sum and comes up as a...
  16. A

    Question about ebay seller strategies

    Hey guys, I have a few games and possibly a computer I might want to sell on ebay. I heard that ending auctions on Sunday night is usually the best time so I was thinking of listing some items tomorrow and having a 1-day auction for them. Will the ending price for a 1-day auction be about...
  17. A

    Issue with UPS shipment

    Hey guys, last week I ordered a computer from an individual on another forum. He told me he had shipped the package out via UPS at a UPS Store on Saturday and provided me with the tracking number. But still, even now, the tracking still reads: "UPS could not locate the shipment details for...
  18. A

    Questions for Graduating College Seniors

    I'm graduating from Johns Hopkins in May with a chemistry major and a ~3.25 GPA (really tough major in a really tough school). I'm in the process of looking for a job...hopefully some good stuff will turn up during Spring Break for me. So far I haven't really found anything to my liking or fits...
  19. A

    Safe to use Windows 7 as primary operating system?

    As many of you may know, MS is releasing the Windows 7 beta on 1/9 PST free to the public (first 2.5 million downloaders) as an upgrade to Vista SP1. I'm currently using Vista SP1 64-bit on my main rig (in sig) and was wondering if it would be safe to upgrade to Windows 7 and use that as my...
  20. A

    Anyone here have experiences with Sony's repair service?

    I was just wondering because I'm pretty sure my 80GB MGS4 bundle PS3 has something terribly wrong with the Blu-ray drive. It squeaks and squeals when I insert games into it and many times it won't read them at all requiring me to eject and insert until it finally reads. I also think one of the...
  21. A

    HDTV quality

    I'm new to HDTV's so I was hoping I could get some advice here. Is there any noticeable difference between different 720p 32" HDTV's? I'm looking at a cheap one by AOC from newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16889197003 Is there any difference between this and say a more...
  22. A

    Gaming with dual monitors?

    I was thinking adding a Dell 2007WFP S-IPS panel with my 20" Apple Cinema to my current configuration (in sig). When playing games that do not support dual monitors (mostly all I believe), will having another monitor active slow down the game or decrease performance of my video card? Will the...
  23. A

    Any noticible difference going from E8500 to Core i7 920?

    I'm currently running my system with an E8500 + P5Q Pro + 4GB DDR2 1066 + HD 4870 1GB. Would there be any benefit in upgrading to an i7 920 with an X58 mobo (P6T Deluxe or equivalent) and DDR3? My system is mostly for gaming and everyday tasks. Thanks.
  24. A

    Will performance of Farcry 2 be about the same as Crysis?

    With the rig in my signature I run Crysis @ 1680x1050 on very high settings, getting about 25fps on average. I'm looking forward to FC2 and I'm hoping the performance will be better than Crysis. Does anyone have any idea of the benches of this game and how it will run on max settings on a rig...
  25. A

    Will an Antec Earthwatts 500w support E8500 + 4870 1GB?

    I'm mostly concerned about how much juice the 4870 will use...will this PSU support this system?
  26. A

    Antec Earthwatts 500w enough to power E8500 + 4870 1GB?

    I'm wondering if the Earthwatts 500w will power my system in the sig below (E8500 with OC, 4GB DDR2 1066, Asus P5Q Pro, Diamond HD 4870 1GB, 640GB HD). Thanks. :)
  27. A

    OCing E8500 via Arctic Freezer Pro

    I was planning on getting the E8500 + Arctic Freezer Pro. Is this a good combination? About how high can I push the CPU with DDR2 1066 RAM? Thanks.
  28. A

    Please help slim down my $1000 build

    PLEASE when POST threads asking for input on system builds tell us... 1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing. Gaming, schooling, multimedia 2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread $1000...
  29. A

    HD 4870 1GB vs 9800GX2

    I believe these two are about the same price...which one to get?
  30. A

    Sub $1000 gaming build?

    I currently have the following on Newegg. I'm looking to spend as little on this build as possible but I'd like to have a fast C2D (don't plan on OCing), 4GB RAM, and an HD 4870. Here's what I have: CASE: COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-UW Black Aluminum Bezel , SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower...
  31. A

    Need help with Linksys WRT54G

    I got a WRT54G today for wireless networking in the dorms. I set it up and enabled WPA security but for some reason the wireless is sluggishly slow or doesn't work at all on my Macbook. I tested out on my friend's Dell laptop and it did not work either. The funny thing is, it works perfectly...
  32. A

    Some ebay seller tips please!

    Hey everyone, I'm considering auctioning off my Nintendo Wii and games and maybe a few other items off on ebay. With my Nintendo Wii I have a copy of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Super Mario Galaxy, Super Monkey Ball 2 (Gamecube game), one Wiimote + Nunchuck, 2 Gamecube controllers, and component...
  33. A

    Paypal scam email in french?

    I woke up to this email in my mailbox, supposedly from Paypal France: Centre de sécurité Le chiffrage militaire de catégorie est seulement le début Chez PayPal, nous voulons augmenter votre niveau de sécurité et de confort avec chaque transaction. De nos politiques de protection...
  34. A

    Shipping to unconfirmed paypal account

    This weekend I sold a few Wii and PS2 games on ebay and two seller paid with paypal with unconfirmed addresses. To make matters worse, one of the sellers zero feedback. The other had ~47. Should I bother shipping the items to them? I'm worried because paypal says I will not be covered under...
  35. A

    wrong board

    sorry, wrong board! NP asdftt123. Zim Hosein Off Topic Moderator.
  36. A

    Can I squeeze an HD 4870 into a tiny Micro ATX case?

    For my next build I was considering a Micro ATX/Shuttle-like build with an HD 4870. I don't know the size or dimensions of the card, but I was wondering if it would fit into these small Micro ATX cases such as: Thermaltake VF1000BWS Black Aluminum MicroATX...
  37. A

    Faster Dual core or slower Quad core for micro PC build

    I'm currently considering an E8400, E8500, Q6600, or low-range Yorkfield Quad (if I find the extra cash) for a micro PC build possibly in August. I don't plan on OCing because I'm concerned about thermal management in the little case so I'd like to run everything stock with possible aftermarket...
  38. A

    Help with microPC build (complete noob here!)

    Within the next year or so I want to build a system capable of running Starcraft 2, Diablo III, and Spore maxed out. I want to build a micro PC (one of those cube looking PCs) for compact storage. The problem is I know next to nothing about these builds so I'm hoping you guys could help...
  39. A

    Thoughts on Paypal Debit Card

    I just found out about the PayPal Debit Card when I visited my account to transfer some funds today. It looks like a pretty good deal...being able to instantly access your PayPal funds w/o having to wait days for the money to transfer back and forth to your bank account. Who has one of these...
  40. A

    Help with wireless issues on Macbook

    Hello, I have a pretty new Macbook purchased in November. I'm currently sharing a wireless router with my hallmate and it seems like my Macbook randomly disconnects and loses connection with it. This is strange because it doesn't happen with any of my wireless G devices (Wii, PS3, or friend's...