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    HDMI output not working

    Ok, I have jsut built an HTPC using an Asus M3A78-EM (780G chipset) motherboard, which has onboard HDMI, VGA, DVI and DisplayPort. I can connect it up fine to my monitor via VGA, but if I connect it to my receiver via HDMI, there is nothing. VGA to TV does nothing, but I suspect that it is...
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    permissions problem

    Got an odd situation. I had to copy some files from a share accessible to my windows machine onto my Linux server. Now, these files are not accessible to apache, even if I set them to 777. I had the same files before, but someone deleted them, so I restored from the windows share. before they...
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    Best waterblock for quad cores?

    Firstly, I apologise if this has been answered recently, I searched the forums and didn't find the answer. So, I know that the D-Tek Fusion has been a favourite for a while now, as well as a bowed Apogee GTX, but has anyone tried the Fusion V2, or the Apogee GTZ? Or is there something else on...
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    3Ware RAID controllers

    So, I am looking to build a new file server, and am looking at the 3are 9650SE-12ML for my RAID controller, but the only thing is I am not sure if it is going to play nice with CentOS 5.2. So, has anyone tried this card/ OS combo, or similar?
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    Recommended filesystem for file server?

    So, I am creating a new file server for large files (movies etc, over 100MB files), and am wondering what FS to use. I will be running RAID 5 or 6, probably on a 3Ware 9650SE-12ML card, with several Seagate 1Tb disks. OS will be CentOS 5.2. I was thinking XFS would be the best choice of...
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    cheap(ish) stacking switches?

    I am looking to upgrade (in a big way) my home network, and as part of this I am looking to implement 2 24 port gigabit switches, but I want them to be in a stack. Obviously there are options from Cisco, like the 3750 series, but that's kinda spendy for a home network. So, can anyone suggest...
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    Power supply for many hard drives?

    So, I am looking at building a new file server, which means somewhere between 12 and 20 hard drives. As such, I am wondering what power supply to get, because while that may not be a huge amount of power during day to day use, it IS a lot at spin up, and that is a lot of connectors needed...
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    Weird software RAID issues

    Ok, I am trying to create a software RAID 5 array during an install of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 (Enterprise Server). I did this previously, and all was well, however I realized that I had screwed up enough things that it was time to reinstall. At the same time, I added another hard drive...
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    weird software RAID issue

    Ok, I am trying to create a software RAID 5 array during an install of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 (Enterprise Server). I did this previously, and all was well, however I realized that I had screwed up enough things that it was time to reinstall. At the same time, I added another hard drive...
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    Rate this setup - advice needed for Wharfedale/ Pioneer system

    Ok, so I'm looking at getting a nice set of speakers, Wharfedale Opus series, and want to know a few things. First, what do you think of these speakers? I know they are pricey, and there may be better stuff out there for the price, so what else would you recommend? Same goes for the receiver...
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    overclocking cause disk boot failure?

    Hi, I know there are heaps of threads here and elsewhere about disk boot failures, but this one I cant seem to work out. Specs: Athlon X2 3800+ Thermaltake Big Typhoon (max fan RPM) DFI SLI-D 2x 1Gb A-data (pretty generic RAM) I believe 400W PSU (came with case) nVidia 7900GT...
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    Which mem slots are better to use?

    OK, Last time I built a system, I was using a DFI motherboard, and it was recommended to use a certain pair of memory slots instead of the other 2 for best overclocks. Is this the case with say, the Asus p5k- Deluxe (my new motherboard)? Like channel A or channel B?
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    Is this 600W power supply enough for this system?

    Ok, so I am building a new system, consisting of: Q6600 Unknown motherboard, waiting for Anandtechs P35 roundup, don't think its worth waiting for X38 NVidia 8800GTS, or next gen part of similar price 4GB Ram (2x @GB G-Skill 800MHz) 3x HDD (One Raptor, 2 Barracuda 7200.10s) D5 pump 2x...
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    VX2025wm wont display with DVI cable from 7900GT?

    Ok, so my monitor arrived this morning, plugged it all in, and if I use the DVI cable, it says "No Signal". If I use an adaptor and the VGA cablle, I get display, so Im trying to work out what this could be. I know there are a few types of DVI, the video card out (for those who dont know) is...
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    FEAR issues

    Hoping you guys can help. I love FEAR, but these issues are getting to me. every time I walk up the the security guy (Interval 4) to give him a commlink, the game freezes. the first time I talked to him, it was fine, but everytime since then, it hasnt worked. aside from that, every time I try...
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    Viewsonic 2025 or Samsung 205bw?

    So Im looking for a reasonably cheap ~20" widescreen monitor. Its going to be used primarily for gaming, with a little movie watching as well. Both those monitors are the right kind of price, but I could spend a bit more if its going to be worth it. so, what would you guys recommend if not...
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    Very weird display issues

    OK, I have had my new system running for over a week now, no issues to speak of till now. Then, last night I was playing Diablo II: Lord of Destruction (that game is still real fun), and the display went weird (lots of yellow dots in a grid. I will try get a screenshot, coz I dont know how to...
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    best 120mm fans? (w/ specific requirements)

    Ok, so you are all thinking this has been done to death. BUT, what I am looking for are 120x120x25mm fans that are either no LED or green LED, quiet (well, not loud), must push at least 60cfm (preferably ~65-70, not much more), be able to be powered by either a fan header or molex (for now I...
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    Weird overclock issues w/ new system. UPDATED

    Ok, so my setup is: Opteron 165 (CCBWE0546MPMW) DFI SLI-DR Expert 2x1 gig OCZ EL Platinum PC-3200 XFX 7900GT WD Raptor 74 gig Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 300 gig Silverstone Strider (600W Modular PSU) All in a Thermaltake Armor running XP Pro Ok, so it all seems good, should work...
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    Question about SLI and different manufacturer cards

    Ok, what Im wondering if SLI will work with an XFX and an MSI 7900GT. Anyone know if either brand has made any changes to the physical shape/ size of the card? Wondering because I ordered an XFX one, and I can get a really good deal on an MSI one, so Im deciding whether to go for it or not...
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    Ideal Partition size?

    Ok, new build, and this time Im actually going to partition my drives. So, how big do you guys reckon I should make the partition for XP? Installing most stuff, and obviously allowing some breathing room... Any ideas?
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    Weirdest substance you have used to remove thermal grease?

    Pretty self explanatory. After reading someone say they used vodka, I got intrigued. Personally, I stick to tried and true products..
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    Price comparisons

    Well, I just got asked where I live to be charged such huge prices for stuff. I live in New Zealand, and lets do a quick comparison of prices. Maybe this should be in Off Topic? if a Mod wants to move it, thats fine. So, lets design a nice system. maybe something like this: Opteron 165...
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    Help needed for new system probs

    Hey guys, having some rather serious probs on a mates computer. Specs: Athlon 3800+ Venice core DFI SLI-D mobo (not sure which BIOS, the one it came with.) XFX 6800GS PCI-e version Kingstion Hyper X Dual channel (2X512) PC3200 Seagate Barracuda 80 gig SATA drive ASUS DVD drive...
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    n00b question about overclocking

    Well, I have spent the last little while searching, but to no avail, even though I'm pretty sure this question will have been asked many times before. What I'm wondering is, how much higher overclock would you get with a higher clocked CPU? I mean, if I took 2 A64s, say 3200 and a 3800 for...
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    Hard Drive MTBF testing?

    Sorry if this has been covered before, getting to grips with this forum atm. So, my question is: How do manfacturers test HDD's for Mean Time Before Failure? Esp for SCSI drives (they certainly dont leave them sitting there for 1.2 million hours, I'm fairly confident)