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    New mobo, psu, cpu, and ram.. final check! :)

    Hm I wish I had realized the dual slot coolers expel air out the back before I bought the first ZOTAC. Now I'm sort of stuck getting a second ZOTAC and figuring out some way to get the extra heat out. Maybe I can put a PCI slot fan in front of the fan on both cards, and then I should still have...
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    New mobo, psu, cpu, and ram.. final check! :)

    Oops, sorry. I have one of those big copper, blue-led Zalman's on there. I can't remember the model number but it was well reviewed. I'm not really worried about saving any more $ on the RAM.. 80 bucks for 4 gigs is killer and I'm a fan of the Corsair XMS series. And wow I had assumed 620w...
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    New mobo, psu, cpu, and ram.. final check! :)

    I've already got one Zotac 512mb 8800GT AMP and will get a second when I build the new system. I'm going to keep my old case (AeroCool Spiral Galaxies), hard drive (WD2500KS), disk drive (NEC ND-3550A), but will be replacing the PSU, CPU, RAM, mobo, and selling the old stuff to my brother...
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    Keyboard does not respond at login screen

    Can'tl ogin, can't check device mgr. I don't have a XP install CD, so a fresh install is out. I fixed this problem before, but I can't recall how =/
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    Keyboard does not respond at login screen

    As I said, I can't login, can I do this from BIOS or something?
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    Keyboard does not respond at login screen

    I used the Restore function from V-COM's Fix-It Utilities 6 bootable CD to restore my comp and now whenever Windows boots to the log in screen, the keyboard stops responding. Its a USB keyboard. I can press DEL or F8 during boot to enter BIOS or the OS Boot choice menu, but oncew Windows...
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    How do I drag a window with the keyboard?

    Alt + Space + R if the windows is maximized Alt + Space + M to select the Move option Move window around with arrow keys Press Enter when done Alt + Space + X will maximize window if you wish Alt + Space + S seems to resize the window, moving the left border in to the right and moving the...
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    The mobo CD just gives a readme that says to use Windows Update, but my computer isn't passing the Geniune Software Advantage test thing, so I cant use update. Is there another way to find the drivers to make usb 2.0 work? Also, without having any of the SPs streamlined onto the disc, and me not...
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    Yes, I have installed both. I got SP1 from download.com and did that before I did SP2, which I got from the Networker's whatever download from microsoft.com
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    I figured out the hard drive issue. It was because the install disc I have doesn't have even SP1 streamlined so I can only format up to 127gigs. I made another with the rest of the space. Now, my last problem is that my USB 2.0 isn't working. The mobo CD just gives a readme that says to use...
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    Should I make the new partition a Primary or Extended partition?
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    WOW that is extremeley complicated. I looked at the disk manager and found about 107 gigs of unpartitioned space on the HD. I have 127 gigs of formatted space, not 137. Is there a free program to combine my existing C:/ drive with this space? If not, should I just use the Disk Manager to create...
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    It seems it doesn't have SP1 on it. How do I "slipstream" it onto the disk? Also, is there any free programs that will repartition the disk? Partition Magic was $70 from the quick google I did.
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    Did a fresh install of WinXP tonight, but USB 2.0 is not working?

    EDIT: See bottom post I reinstalled XP tonight and had just finished installing all the drivers for the mobo and graphics card so I ran Windows Update, but I didn't pass the Genuine Advantage thing (wtf?) but no biggy, automatic updates still seem to be working fine. I downloaded Firefox asap...
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    Typing on an ergonomic keyboard...

    Well, for me at least, I use my pointer fingers to cross the keyboard to hit certain keys. I use my left finger for the Y key alot, and with the ergo boards, the Y key is on the right side, which really screws me up. I'd probably type different if I used the home row keys like youre supposed to...
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    Evga warranty transferable?

    Couldn't you just have your friend RMA it for you?
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    Motherboard has 2 digit LED display, displays "FF"

    Its in the bottom left on this picture, near the IDE slots. The computer boots fine (check sig for stats) but this thing displays "FF" while the computer is on, booted and running fine in Windows. I probably just missed the part of the manual where its described, but a friend said its for...
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    Can you do anything with no OS installed? =/

    All the parts for my new computer are here, but I don't have Windows XP yet, lol. Is there any point to setting it all up now? What can I do without the OS?
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    Another Computer Build thread

    The 3700+ and the 3500+ are the same, except the 3700 has a 1mb cache instead of 512. San Diego is the name for the 1mb cache version of the 3500+ Here is a good power supply option.
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    How can I shutdown or reset my pc wirelessly?

    Couldn't you just get longer wires and move the power/reset switch to a hidden spot behind the desk? Or perhaps all the way to the teacher's desk or a central box with a lock on it?
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    Looking for cool USB/5.25" bay toys

    Hmm.. nice stuff. A drink cooler would be nice. That cup holder is cool. I wonder how much using the DC outlet would affect your computer. Where do you put this? PC Air Conditioner Here's another version. Much cheaper and looks pretty nifty!
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    Looking for cool USB/5.25" bay toys

    Browsing around, I ran across some USB LED personal lights, a personal fan, and a drink chiller. I also saw a 5" drive bay EZ-bake oven (badass! but probably wouldnt help with heat issues) and a cup holder/cigarette lighter. But I can't remember where I saw them and I can't find any place or...
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    Buy your Opterons now!

    Muwahaha, ordered a 148 from NewEgg on the 17th, and the price has already gone up from $233 to $256. Lucky me :)
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    UPS really necessary?

    Hmm.. I do want to spend as little as possible. Can anyone suggest a suitable UPS for me? My rig is in the sig.
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    UPS really necessary?

    Reading about UPS, they seem to serve two main functions 1) regulate power if you have surges or brown outs 2) give you time to save and shut down if you lose all power. For people who live in areas with frequent power fluctuations (what kind of areas do people live in?? I dont understand) I...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Sorry bro, I was just too attached to the cart that I built ;)
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Finished and ordered! Original post is updated with what I bought. I went with an Opteron 148 because it has the same stock speeds as the 3700+. That way if I don't, or before I do, any OCing, I'll have the same processor.
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Yep :) Hehe. I can't really afford the Opty 165, but I could do the 146 (not the 148?). hurts you said I could get a Venus for $201, where did that price come from and which CPU are you talking about?
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    The 3700+ has a 1mb cache and stock 2.2GHz which I should be able to OC to 2.4GHz if I ever feel like it as well. But since I probably wont, the higher stock speeds are what I am looking at. I hear ya, but the $40 MIR cuts the difference to $30, which I'm willing to spend. I don't need a...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    I'm still fighting. I don't need that big of a processor. I dont plan on a lot of multi tasking, so dual core isn't going to do that much for me. I'm 99% certain I want what I have laid out in the first post, the extra costs (case + mobo + vid card + memory = ~$100 extra) I'm willing to bear...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    I'm pretty much sold on this case, I love how its different from the others. Its a worthy expense to me. This hasn't been said, but my budget isn't solid, so I can stretch to accomodate any upgrades I really want. A single gig stick of the same RAM I have chosen costs $120. With the $40MIR on...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Wow, didn't expect this, but thanks and let me get into it.. Let me preface by saying I intentionally didn't include shipping. It will add about $65 dollars to the total (I will be doing Next Day because I'm too excited to wait any longer than that :P) Few things.. One, the case would be a...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Yes, I have been updating the original post :) Ok, so I have no real plans for OCing, and from what I've heard, the 3200+ is very OCable as well, so I'll stick with it. $70 off a mobo is a great deal, I agree. However, that 7800GT (N518) is clocked at 445/1050 whereas the one I picked...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    Hmm, so would it be preferable to switch to an Opteron 146, which seems to be the closest to the 3200+?
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    I'm not too worried about OCing.. is there any other reason to get an Opteron instead of if yoiu plan to OC it? It seems like they are more expensive for a lower clock speed, are they even 64-bit? I don't really understand why the Opterons even exist. I'll switch to the Fortran PSU.
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    I was just joking, and I'll be damned if my 7800GT doesn't last a few years. I'm running a 128mb 5600 Ultra at the moment, and it gets the job done in WoW, EQ, Doom/HL2 but I have to tweak settings on everything. The first game I bought that I couldn't tweak to run smoothly is the new Ultimate...
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    It won't be melted on if its brand new will it? If its really a PITA, I won't do it, but I'd like the practice incase I get an aftermarket HS&F later. Plus, it's only 6 bucks. Tell me I don't need a $300 video card to play Doom3 on max settings, however, and I'll be your best friend.
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    What advantages does this one have over the one I picked? the XClio came highly recommended from HardOCP.
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    I'M DONE!! Tell me what you think before I spend $1100 hehe

    The $160 version is Model #: ADA3200BPBOX, the $175 version is Model #: ADA3200CGBOX. The difference is that the CG supports E4 stepping, where the BP only supports E3 stepping. Where did you see the vid card for $303? There are cheaper eVGA 7800GT models, but they are part numbers N515...