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    100,000 push-ups for AT

    Did 50 in order to contribute :P Total: 3101
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    New Visiontek 4850 PCI-E Running extremely hot

    Your case temps are a major factor in this as well. I suggest trying Rivatuner at first. I wasn't satisfied with the temps and the noise so I switched my HSF to an Accelero S1 rev.2 and a 1000rpm 12x12 fan on it. The installation was a breeze even for a rookie like me. I was very nervous but...
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    How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler?

    Wanted to let you know that I SUCCEEDED! w00t, Idling at 34C loads temps 52C. The installation was fairly easy. Cutting the VRM/Mosfet heatsinks to proper size took HOURS however. God I wish I had found that dremel. Anyways, "Great Success"!
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    Adding RAM to my system

    I'm going to have three sticks: My current ram + the new stick I'm considering of buying, in total that would be 4GB. I'll see how well Vista fares with 2 GB. If it maxes out, I'm definitely going to get the 2 extra GB
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    Adding RAM to my system

    I'm only going to get 1 stick for the time being. 4 Gigs should be more than enough for me until 2009
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    Adding RAM to my system

    I'm thinking of getting Vista Ultimate x64. I currently have DDR2 2x1GB XMS2-6400C4 Corsair 4-4-4-12. I would like to have more memory so I browsed the site of the local shop and found that they are selling DDR2 2GB 6400C4 Corsair 4-4-4-12. Would this stick work fine with my current RAM? It...
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    How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler?

    I think I'm going to go the route of getting a new HSF. Arctic Cooling S1 rev.2 just came in and on what I've read, it should be fairly easy to install. Doesn't cost too much either.
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    How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler?

    I ran case opened, my load temps were 80 C @ 57%. I guess it was the heat being dumped in the case =). I don't see how I could increase airflow, as all of my fan slots are in use. Well, think I'll take my chances and put a new HSF on there. But would my case temps still cause problems as the...
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    How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler?

    I added a couple of 120x120 fans in my case yesterday - no change. Ambient temps are low, possibly even below 20 C, it's cold in my room :D .The case I have is very large and it has so little hardware in it. I honestly don't believe it's the case temps. Running the case open with a large fan to...
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    How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler?

    I've been running rthdribl for over an hour and I think I've got a conclusive reading on my 4850 load temps. With the fan on 60%, I get 93 degrees Celsius. Idling at around 50 C. How badly do I need an aftermarket cooler? The only shop in vicinity selling a 4850 compatible cooler only has a...
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    heart rate monitor for swimmers

    I use any conventional belt hrm. Most of them are waterproof. You might have some trouble with keeping it high on your chest and in contact. Our team uses braces for small children to keep them up :D.
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    Warding off a cold

    Stay outdoors a lot, that should diminish the chance from getting the virus. People get sick because they stay indoors with infected people who spread the virus. If I felt I was starting to get ill, I would drink massive amounts of liquid (like OJ! It tastes good and you get lots of vitamin C...
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    New build---request criticism

    As far as I know, NewEgg doesn't ship beyond US so I think that option is kinda out of the game for the OP :). I think I would get the e7200 if I wasn't into gaming that much. Going lower with the graphics card is a bad idea in my opinion as it would severly hinder your ability to play more...
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    How Long Can You Hold your Breath?

    Imo, the trick to swim and still stay under water for so long is to be relaxed, never struggle, keep the heart rate low. I can swim underwater for about 35-40m but while not moving, I can stay underwater easily over a minute. I haven't taken time in a while though.
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    AGP 6600GT underclocking itself

    RivaTuner worked. Thanks Ares202 :D
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    Injured my Quadratus Lumborum

    I'd say that the 30£/h is worth not having an injury for the rest of your life. Quality of life > More money
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    AGP 6600GT underclocking itself

    So I have an old AGPx8 Club 3D 6600GT in my computer. About a year ago, I started getting This error. If I remember correctly, they started coming out of the blue... Well I kinda lived with it as it couldn't be fixed. We swapped PSUs to more powerful ones, tried different drivers, spent days...
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    clockwise or CCW?

    Controlling her motion by sheer power of mind. I can make her head go one way and her leg the other way. It's actually quite fun when you get the hang of it...
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    A Few Questions

    I did some digging and found out that muscle spasms and cramps are caused by: ? Muscle fatigue ? Heavy exercise ? Reduced levels of magnesium or calcium in the body You need to strech after your exercising. Also, you drink a lot of tea, could the caffeine be taking out the calcium in your...
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    I do about 50 crunches/week, yet I cant do 1 full situp?!

    Probably because when you do sit ups, you tuck your feet under something. That way your legs will help you out as well.
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    Stop me before I make a huge mistake!

    I suggest taking a look at General Hardware. There is a good sticky by modeho on the current hardware and builds.
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    I do about 50 crunches/week, yet I cant do 1 full situp?!

    50 crunches a week isn't alot at all. Perhaps you don't curl up enough for the exercise to have an effect? Also, you should increase the amount of exercise steadily, so that if you started with 50 a week then by the end of the month, you could do hundred. I would do the workout three...