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    That time again! Can I get some help with a build?

    Appreciate the reply! Anyone else with suggestions? Is the 4870X2 really going to be that much better? -Gyn
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    That time again! Can I get some help with a build?

    I've cleaned it up on your request, sorry it was so messy! -Gyn
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    That time again! Can I get some help with a build?

    Hrmm, The last build I did 2 years ago was about 4k so I thought this would be an appropriate place again... Is there a better forum to ask on? It's not that I want to throw away money randomly, I just want to make sure I can push my 30" monitor with no problems, and a system that can handle...
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    WAR Is Coming!

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    That time again! Can I get some help with a build?

    I'm not following you... serious about what? buying a computer? my budget? my selections? Yes i'm serious about buying and about my budget (I only do this every couple of years so I like to get top of the line when I do do it), and i'm trying on my selections but that's why I've asked for...
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    WAR Is Coming!

    ... Sorry put this in the wrong topic! Not really sure what you were going for here OP. Locking this down. Feel free to repost if you feel the lock was given in error. Just make sure that you have some content next time. ;) PC Gaming Mod Oakenfold
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    That time again! Can I get some help with a build?

    Hey guys, I did this two years ago with help from anandtech's community, and have loved my system! I'm now looking to do another high-end build, and would love input again! First off, is it even the right time? I don't mind waiting up to 6 months if there is something big right around the...
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    Top end Gaming rig, is it time?

    Hi guys, I am to the point where i'd like to upgrade to a new computer. the one I have now is great, but with the 45nm 1333mhz fsb chips coming out, i'd really like to be there to take advantae of all that power. My question to the group is, and I know what some of you will say because...
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    Very important multi-output gfx card question

    can close this thread. I got the answer from evga tech support. thanks for the help.
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    Very important multi-output gfx card question

    what do you mean by use 2 of them separately? You mean without using the sli bridge? didn't know that was possible. Sure, I wouldn't mind getting a second one especially if the company pays for it, but I first and foremost have to get the job done. What exactly will accomplish the job i'm...
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    Very important multi-output gfx card question

    This is for a business conference. I'm doing wide screen high-def switching bringing in and out HD videos, powerpoint, and I-MAG through transitional PiPs using the folsom encore system. We just wanted to have a background of the Colorado mountains (since its a travel and tourism gov...
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    Very important multi-output gfx card question

    Hey guys, I have a situation at work where I will need to project 1 image that has a resolution of 5429X1080 split up 4 ways going to 4 projectors to send it to a syke that is 15'X75'. I'm wondering what would be the best solution card for my needs. At present I have a computer using dfi...
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    Time for an upgrade or replacement?

    so concensus is to just get a new comp eh... ok let me start looking around. I'd want to go as cheap as possible since this thing will prolly last me less than a year.. really want to be able to go to the g80 and AM2..like to eventually push that dell 30" for gaming (expensive, I know) which...
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    Time for an upgrade or replacement?

    Whats rimm? Just hate to spend 2k on a new computer when in 8 months the am2 boards will be out and the g80 etc... my only hesitation...
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    Time for an upgrade or replacement?

    Hey guys, Another computer just took a dump, and wanted to poll you guys if you think I should upgrade this comp to hold off until winter time when G80/AM2 stuff is in, or should I just replace now... Here's the deal.. This computer was for gaming, and more specifically BF2... It always...
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    I need cooling/case help.. please

    So watercooling sounds like it makes a difference... How portable is watercooling though? Love to hear more about this option, or is there a beginners guide somewhere.. And how about cases...good god...cases.. anyone? A lot of people say just get what you think looks best, but then...
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    I need cooling/case help.. please

    Hey guys, I am beating myself up needlessly over something that I know I shouldn't need to. What seems that should be the easiest decision over a computer has been my hardest. I am looking to get a new case for my computer.. here's the specs: opty 175 DFI sli-dr expert OCZ powerstream...
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    Another Rate my Rig

    what about the hitachi tk250? its SATA 150, but seems to have good reviews... Well the power supply depends on what board I go with.. Is the new asus sli better? or the dfi expert? I've worked with the dfi sli-dr and some of the old asus' boards..liked them both. I went dfi ultra-d...
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    Another Rate my Rig

    Ok, thanks for all the info guys... Only reason I went with the raptor is cause it's smokin all the competition... What alternative would you recommend? Love some newegg links! As far as the sound system/headset.. wife and kids.. can use the sound system during the day but need the...
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    Another Rate my Rig

    Hey guys, Building another comp.. This one is for a co-worker, and he has a 2500 dollar budget. He has the dell 19" 1900X1200 monitor and already has his OS... Love any input you guys can give. He DOES plan to O/C this computer and it IS for high-end gaming. He needs to use NEWEGG...
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    Any Article that summarizes release dates?

    Hey guys, I'm on the verge of another computer and I was wondering if there was an article somewhere, or anyone know specifically, release dates on the next upcoming technology? IE DDR2, 65nm processors, g71 vid card, etc etc etc... I want to know if this is a proper time to buy all...
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    ok think i'm going to change the case idea... And possibly go with the opteron 170.. here's link to it: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16819103586 - 465 Here's case I was thinking bout (cheap but looks ok..) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16811119068 - 50...
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    still having "case anxiety" too.... Whats a nice solid case I should choose? Was the one I listed above in the post where I listed a cpu fan and thermal grease ok? it's cheap but looks like it might be ok..
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Thanks a lot, Starting to realise that case is a bad idea..no prbolem :) So for the opteron, you'd suggest this? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819103586 - 465.00
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Thanks! Not sure on the speakers yet.. thinking of some seinhauser headsets (sorry for the spelling).. speakers was going to get later.. Why? does it matter?
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Thanks, but meant suggestions on the computer... As of now i'm keeping the lcd i have
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Well right now I have a gateway lcd thats 1280X1024... I'll keep that for now, and maybe upgrade to a dell later with a higher naitive resolution... Any suggestions, i'd love!
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Well newegg has that combo deal as well.. I noted the 30 dollar savings... If I go with a less expensive case, is there one you'd suggest that would work well with the stuff i'm getting? Here's the cheap one I was thinking about if I don't go witht he nice one...
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    But if I go opty won't I go over my budget? How bout being a bit more specific please, I was with my post.
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    Rate this system (love some suggestions!)

    Hey guys, I have a new system i'm building and before I ordered I though i'd ask the experts here what they thought. Here's the list of components i'm looking at and their cost.. I'd love suggestions/changes... I really do not want to go over 2k not including monitor or sound system or...
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    Help me build a new system for friend!

    Hey guys, Well, I've built my system now(still got it for under 4k even with the 23" hp!), but I need help with a friend of mine from work. He has a 4 year old computer now(only updated the gfx card so bf2 would work), and is a big bf2 fan. Here's the deal, he wants to spend as little as...
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    SAMSUNG 242MP Black 24"

    Anyone know anything about this monitor? it says 16ms but anyone know if its gtg? or is that rise-fall response? I'm looking for a 23"+ monitor for gaming (yes, I want lcd) and the only worthwhile one i've seen so far is the one from HP.. the 2405fpw is not acceptable since it is getting...
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    Hey guys, Would love hearing about the drive question I had above if anyone has input on that.. think everything else is good to go.. I am definately going for the regular evga 7800 gtx card now and getting two of them.
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    hey, sorry for the bump but almost 4 pages deep now... any comment on the hard drive? or should I stick with what i'm doing and do the 10k for os and 7200.8 for the media drive? was just thinking if I raid-0 2 7200.9 3g/s drives it might be faster than the 10k? and i'll have that speed for...
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    Hrmm, I'm doing a little more research on the HHD's... Would I be better going with 2 7200.9 3g/s and raid-0 ing them? and just lose the raptor and seagate?... like get 2 of these: Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD2500KS 250GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM...
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    New system plan, from recommendations so far. Hows this look?

    sorry man, its widescreengamingforum.com I'm new to that site..mis-typed it :) as far as difference, I just got the latest model number.. I don't know what the diff in the two is just that the one I have listed is the newer one... As far as the two gfx cards going sli, i'm not set in...
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    New system plan, from recommendations so far. Hows this look?

    Hey man, First off, check out my thread.. here's link..just scroll down a little and you'll see my updated gear list that i'm buying on teusday so far.. you seem to be doing very similar things and may get some ideas off that list...
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    Well, ok.. Unless I hear otherwise from people, i'll go with the standard EVGA 7800gtx and get 2 of them. ANYTHING ELSE? Am I good after this? as far as the processor.. i'm sorry, but i'm going with the 4400+.. I like the higher cache... please guys, real important I have everything nailed...
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    No, I'm not.. well not true, I am for the most part(doing the no payments/interest for 6 months) but as far as spending some money for guranteed better parts, I can handle it.. Thats what i'll do then is order it from there.. Thanks for the help... Whats your input on going sli right off the...
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    New AMD Gaming Rig - high-end Pt. 2

    I don't know.. how much better performance would it be over getting just the single KO version? I was thinking of getting the single KO and hopefully get another one later when price goes down.. bad thinking? Ribbon.. your listing all the opterons.. why? Am I picking the wrong processor?