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    Help with HP Pavilion dv6 not turning on

    I have a HP Pavilion dv6-6135dx that has stopped working properly. It refuses to turn on most of the time. When it does turn on, I have to boot Windows to safe mode, then restart and it works perfectly fine until it goes into any kind of power saving mode or is restarted again. It acts the same...
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    Is there a better laptop for me?

    I currently use an Acer Aspire One 722 (AMD C-60, 2GB, upgraded 60GB SSD, 3.2lbs) It's fast enough for all the usual stuff, but I would like to be able to game a bit on the go. I'm specifically looking for something than can play Guild Wars 2 decently at low-med detail. I'd like to stay at 4...
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    Where to get one of these?

    Anyone know a respectable place that stocks this board? Only one I ever see is geeks.com, but it's never in stock now. If not, is there another good 780G board with a PCIe x16 slot?
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    ATI HD4600 Series Cards

    Finally found some solid info on these cards. Expected release date is September 10. - 320 SPs - 128-bit memory bus (FirePro 3D V5700 review confirms this) - 600MHz Core Clock, 256MB 667MHz GDDR3 (HD4650) - 750MHz Core Clock, 512MB & 1024MB 900MHz GDDR3 (HD4670)
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    OCZ Gold 4GB (2x2GB) DDR2-800 Memory @ NewEgg

    OCZ Gold 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Retail seems like a pretty good price with good reviews. only negative may be the 2.0v requirement. there are also some combo deals with a few EVGA video cards (2 have MIRs) 8800GT (129 AR) +...
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    8800GS Available at Newegg

    If you haven't bought a 8800WTF yet, here's a budget one to consider. 2 cards available as of now 580/1400 clocks for $159 + free shipping 680/1600 clocks for $169 + shipping
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    OCZ Reaper HPC Edition 2x1GB DDR2-800 @ buy.com

    Another good memory deal EPP 4-4-4-15 @2.1v and they look pretty sweet too
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    Building a new system, just give me the OK

    I'm building a new system on a pretty tight budget. Just want to get input before I order everything. 1 - I will be using the system for gaming (Guild Wars and CS:S mostly, also want to play Crysis) 2 - My total budget is ~$625. 3 - Ordering all part is United States 4 - No brand...
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    512MB HD3850 $159 after $30 MIR @ Newegg

    Apollo XHD3850
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    OCZ Gold 2GB (2 x 1GB) DDR2-800 CL 5-5-5-12

    At ClubIT Seems pretty good if you don't mind having 2 MIRs Valid 1/9 to 1/15
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    Gigabyte GA-P31-S3G

    Gigabyte GA-P31-S3G I'm building a new system pretty soon and was considering this board. Was originally planning on a DFI P35 board but this has everything I need at ~$40 cheaper. I'm looking for something inexpensive, but able to overclock an E4400 (free thanks to a good friend)...
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    Trying to decide between two cases

    I'm building a new computer and could use some help deciding on a case. System will consist of DFI Blood Iron mobo, C2D E4400, 4gb RAM, one HDD, one DVD, one ATI HD3870. My top two choices are the Aerocool i-Curve and the Antec Solo I chose these because of a few reasons: no door no...
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    8800GT vs SLI / Crossfire ??

    Wondering if anyone has come across a review comparing the 8800GT to 8600GT(S) SLI or X2600 Crossfire. Curious to see the comparison as price-wise these setups would be about the same.
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    AsRock 775Dual-VSTA -Open Box-

    Text Good deal if you need a cheap upgrade This is Open Box, so you may or may not get the accessories with it.
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    XFX nForce 650i Ultra Motherboard $69.99 after $30 MIR

    Haven't seen this posted yet. Read a number of reviews on this board and the EVGA one (both identical) Seems to be a very good perfromer for little $$. May need additional chipset cooling though if you want a fairly high OC. Bjorn3d review of XFX model Anandtech review of EVGA model...
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    Need help finding a case

    I'm currently in the process of building a new computer. My biggest issue right now is trying to find a case. I'm not overly picky about the details except for size. My problem is that due to the desk that I have, my max depth for the case is about 18". The case will be holding a P35 or...
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    Windows XP Pro with NO Activation required

    My legitimate copy of Windows XP Pro was purchased at a local college. I have never had to activate it nor does it even have a link/icon anywhere to do it thru. The original MS disc is Windows XP Pro without any service packs. (slipstreamed SP2 when it came out, much easier for...
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    Opteron 146 won't run at 2.5GHz

    If I run at 2.5GHz (250x10), as soon as Windows loads to desktop the system restarts. If I run at 2.45GHz (245x10) it runs perfectly fine. I have tried using 9/10 and 4/5 divider but still does the same thing. I am using 9/10 divider at 2.45GHz currently. I have tried up to 1.55v as most ppl...
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    Epox 9NPA3-Ultra & OCZ DDR Booster ....

    As the title says, I just need to know if the OCZ DDR Booster is compatible wiht the Epox 9NPA3-Ultra Motherboard. Help is much appreciated. Don't want to spend money and have it not work.
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    Should I leave negative feedback?

    I recently purchased 2 hard drives from another forum member. My problem is that when i hook them up one of them is seen as "ROM MODEL--SABRE--" (sees half capacity and cant be partitioned/formatted, i found this means that there is something wrong with the firmware and is not fixable) and the...
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    2x1gb DDR500 (PC4000) G.Skill Ram $157 !!!

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?item=N82E16820231021 don't know how long the instant rebate is good