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    Radeon 6950 hd bottleneck in old system?

    Thanks Toyota and vagabond! That is a weight off my mind.
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    Radeon 6950 hd bottleneck in old system?

    My resolution is 1920x1080
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    Radeon 6950 hd bottleneck in old system?

    Hi all- I just found out that I am getting a radeon HD 6950 for the holidays. I plan on over clocking the card, but I am concerned my memory and CPU will hold the gaming capabilities back (the PC is only used for gaming). I have a 1st gen i5 (750, not the 2500k)processor and 8 gigs of corsair...
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    Dell Inspiron Desktop

    I recently got a Dell desktop (Inspiron 518), and it has a E7200 processor. How can I overclock this PC? more info: it has 2GB memory, 1 exhaust fan, no intake fan, and stock CPU cooling.
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    Arctic Freezer 7 in a Dell desktop

    Does anyone know if installing an Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 can be installed in a Dell Desktop? (Dell Inspiron 518, specifically). If it does fit, can it be installed without removing the motherboard? Desktop Dimensions Height 379 mm (14.9 inches) Width 17.0 cm (6.7 inches) Depth 43.5 cm...
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    Brand new Dell Inspiron 518...

    The PC i'm getting (Dell 518) is a desktop, and its not a slim case, so there should be room to add a new cooler (heatsink & fan), but I just want to be able to pop the old heatsink off and clamp a new, better one on the CPU. Any suggestions? I think the Dell 518 is the same case as the Dell...
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    Best way to add S/PDIF to a PC

    I have a new Dell Inspiron 518, and I need to add either a toslink or coaxial output for connecting to a home stereo. With my searching, I found this. I'm guessing there's better choices out there, and advice?
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    Brand new Dell Inspiron 518...

    Does anyone have any suggestions for a relatively easy (without removing the motherboard) way to improve the cooling on an Inspiron 518 (as in a specific heatsink & fan)? I have a Intel E7200, and I feel like it has unlocked potential.
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    Pc for <$500

    I do like the idea of getting a built PC like Dell (instant gratification), but do I need the PC to have Digital Optical output or digital coaxial output to connect the PC to my stereo so I get audio through my stereo speakers?
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    Pc for <$500

    USA
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    Pc for <$500

    i'm looking to get a 2nd PC for xmas to hook up to my TV (has a DVi connection) and stereo (which has digital coax and optical in). It will mainly be used for video and internet, but I do plan on playing some games on it too (until I can get a better vid card). I don't need a monitor, since...
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    Replacement stand for a LCD TV

    $121? Ouch indeed, and it's not even in stock. Is there any way I could...make a stand? The $ isnt even as a big of a deal as waiting to use my tv.
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    Replacement stand for a LCD TV

    I just bought a refurbished Toshiba LCD HDTV (42HL196) and it did not come with the stand (I'm unable to mount it on the wall). I can't set the TV down as it is right now or else it will fall right over - where should I look to get a replacement stand?
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    2.1 speaker setup

    I think I want to to be prepared on this one, and get a surround receiver. With the price of the insignias (or the paradigm titans or X-LS on ebay) I'd be able to get a nice surround setup eventually.
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    2.1 speaker setup

    Any suggestions on possible receivers? I know this will land into the category of possible upgradability...is Cnet a reliable source of receiver ratings and opinions? that's all i've known
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    2.1 speaker setup

    Wow! This looks awesome - I just might have to try the DIY route. I always like to take things apart and, time permitting, put them back together. This looks like one hell of a value when finished.
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    2.1 speaker setup

    Thank you! And I don't have any DIY skills. But I have nothing but respect for Howard - I owe my well stocked kitchen to him!
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    2.1 speaker setup

    I agree. There's over 1000 items on ebay under "bookshelf speakers" most of them crap i'm sure - what should I be looking for?
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    2.1 speaker setup

    Thank you! Any suggestions for the receiver and bookshelf speakers?
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    2.1 speaker setup

    I don't, just the sub and l/r speakers
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    2.1 speaker setup

    I know I forgot something. I'm looking for a setup under $500. I dug up an old 2.1 setup in my basement: A cambridge soundworks "new ensemble III" 2.1 - do these speakers hold a candle to anything out there today?
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    2.1 speaker setup

    What is the best bang for the buck setup I can obtain(speakers, subwoofer, and receiver)? I can't really find any forums or review sites to help me in the search...
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    I know this is a newbie question...

    I changed BIOS setting and played with EasyTune for hours, and I can't get any results past the stock 2.14GHz - I have Patriot 5300 memory, and from what I've seen I should be able to get 3-3.2 GHz (I have a good cooling solution). How do I overclock this CPU? any links would be greatly...
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    RMA'ing a CPU

    The culprit turned out to be the heatsink, oddly enough. when attached to the motherboard (its a Thermalright Ultra 120) it was apparently casing a short of some kind - so thermalright is sending me a new backplate, which will hopefully prevent this from happening. Thank you for all the help!
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    RMA'ing a CPU

    the motherboard is a Gigabyte DS3, CPU is an intel e6400, memory is Patriot pc25300. The reason I know its either the board or the memory, is because Gygabyte's tech support said it was after a lenghty trial and error process. I dont get a post or any beep code, even when its just the board...
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    RMA'ing a CPU

    I either have a bad motherboard or a bad CPU (I got them both off Newegg) I'm RMAing the motherboard, but if that doesnt work, then im stuck with a bad CPU. How do I go about RMAing a intel CPU, and is it easy?
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    no beeps, no post...

    anybody?
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    no beeps, no post...

    I'm using a Gigabyte GA-965p-DS3 with a Enermax Liberty 500w and a eVGA 7900GT (both tested on another system to work fine) with 2GB of Patriot memory (also tested on another sytem with no problems). The CPU is core2 e6400. The error is, I dont get anything on screen. No post, no BIOS...
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    How to stock your kitchen

    As far as nonstick skillets go, is this a good deal? http://www.amazon.com/Calphalon-Commerc.../104-9260230-4274308?ie=UTF8&s=kitchen I know I keep asking random questions, but at least it keeps this awesome thread going.
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    How to stock your kitchen

    I realize you have to be very careful with the Tojiro knives, but can you hone them? I have a sharpening stone (a whetstone I believe) - would I be able to use that?
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    Headphones creaking

    I recently got some audio-technica ATH-A900 headphones (the nicest headphones I've ever had I must say) but the right earphone creaks and squeaks when its moved in the slightest way. The parts creaking are durable plastic, but I once heard I can't use WD40 on plastic. What should I do to fix...
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    standard def signal on HD-TV

    http://www.tweeter.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2185215 Add to cart and you'll see the price. I've decided to pull the trigger on this model after all...
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    standard def signal on HD-TV

    They're pretty much the same exact price (the plasma recently had a price drop to $1299, which is where the DLP is at)
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    standard def signal on HD-TV

    I've basically narrowed my choice of a new 42" HD-TV to a panasonic plasma and samsung DLP. I haven't been able to compare both in standard mode...has anyone done the comparison?
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    Agonizing over HD TV

    so i'm in the HDTV market, and i was thinking getting a 42" plasma screen. The problem is I brought this up to my friend (who works at an electronics retail store) who said DLP was a better bang for the buck (more resolution and screen size for the $). I know resolution i'snt really a big deal...
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    Black Friday Plasma Screen

    So i'm getting that this is a good deal. I'm looking to get a HD-TV this holiday season (somewhere between 37 and 42 inches). What would you guys recommend?
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    Black Friday Plasma Screen

    I've never had a HD-TV or flat screen of any type, is this a good deal? link: http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product....=5131708&sourceid=13946235341145382246
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    How to stock your kitchen

    Thanks for the assistance on the cutlery suggestion, I may need help with another item. I'm looking for a good serrated and/or slicing knife (im building a cutlery setup from scratch, with a Tojiro Chef's Knife, Wusthof Paring knife and come apart shears, and Victorinox boning knife). I don't do...
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    How to stock your kitchen

    I'm looking for a real good "bang for your buck" Chinese Cleaver. I found the SCC-01 model to be pretty good on this site: http://www.japanesechefsknife.com/ChineseCleaver.html What are your opinions?