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    AMD Turion X2 Ultra ZM-82 2.2Ghz?

    it has 2MB cache, i was wondering how this processor performs, or at least a comparison of performance to lets say, a T6400 or T6500. i cant find any benchmarks or any more information than mere specs. can anyone chip in? thanks!
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    Intel Atom 1.6Ghz

    I have a HP laptop that i bought for $500 from bestbuy 3 years ago, and it has a 1.46Ghz celeron M 410 with 1MB L2 cache. Is the atom 1.6Ghz which is now so ubiquitous among netbooks faster/about the same/slower than my current processor? A $300 Lenovo S10-2 I'm looking at right now has an atom...
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    newb question about E8400

    i just read the system buyer's guide for $1k to $2k and the value system suggested the E8500 instead of the E8400. is there any reason why? i searched around for the e8400 here on AT and seems there are some OC'ing problems, so is that why?? is the e8500 just better at OC'ing in general or does...
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    22" LCDs

    I've been out of the loop regarding computers since last year, when everybody was jumping to overclock those 3200+ AMDs. anyway, i read up on all of the cpu/gpu stuff, but I'm still a little bit uninformed about the new LCDs that have come to the market. It seems like 22" is the best bang for...
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    software to recover .avi(video) from xd card?

    I recently shot lots of family holiday videos with my fuji f30 but accidentally deleted them. I used zero assumption recovery to get most of my pictures back, but that program doesnt support .avi files, or any sort of recovery for video. can anyone recommend me a freeware/trial program/not too...
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    card reader for xd type h?

    I accidentally deleted some files from my Fuji F30 camera which has a 1gb olympus type-H card, and it seems that hooking up the memory card to the computer is the only way ill even have a chance. does anyone know which card reader(s) work with this type-H card? I've heard that it's harder to...
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    need advice help

    i rely need to build a gaming PC for a friend and I've been out of it since socket 939 ruled in gaming - so here's a quick put together see if you guys could help me out. Intel Core 2 Duo ?Conroe? E6300 1.86Ghz 2MB L2 Cache 65nm Dual-Core Proc - $180 Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 ATX Intel...
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    largest hdd available?

    are there any single 3.5" 1TB drives availavle? if not, what is the largest now?
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    PATA vs. SATA

    I bet its been discussed many times but I want some user opinions. Does the SATA interface itself really help in performance at all in real world usage?(games, disk defrag, etc.) I am really wondering because IDE can be found for cheap at B&M stores but these noobs keep saying you're a serious...
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    VX922 or VX924?

    im posting this again in general forums because nobody seems to know over on the video forums. I've been looking to buy either of these monitors but I can't tell which one is better. It looks like on Viewsonic's website the VX922 is better spec-wise, but Viewsonic has no awards listed for that...
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    vx922 or vx924?

    I've been confused with these 2 monitors, because spec-wise, the VX922 seems better but it hardly got any reviews and the VX924 seems highly praised. Which one of these should i get?
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    intel alternative to X2 3800+?

    Because of the recent hype of the AMDs, I haven't been paying attention to any processors that have been coming out of intel. I remember a suggestion to get an Intel 930 or 940(cant remember)because it has the same performance of an AMD X2 3800+ and is cheaper. Is this true? I see that it is...
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    REVISED:$1500 gaming machine - critique me again

    AMD X2 3800+ Dual-Core Socket 939 Machester 2.0 Ghz 2x512KB 90nm MicroProcessor - $297 shipped @ NewEgg EPoX 9NPA+ Ultra nForce4 Ultra ATX Motherboard - $98 shipped @ ZipZoomFly Corsair TwinX2048-3200C2PT 184-Pin DDR SDRAM DDR400 PC3200 (2-3-3-6) 2x1GB Memory - $190/$140AR shipped @...
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    $1500 game machine - critique me

    AMD 3200+ Single-Core Socket 939 Venice E3 2.0 Ghz 512KB 90nm MicroProcessor - $154 shipped @ NewEgg EPoX 9NPA+ Ultra nForce4 Ultra ATX Motherboard - $98 shipped @ ZipZoomFly Patriot 184-Pin DDR SDRAM DDR400 PC3200 (2-3-2-5) 2x1GB Memory - $189/$134AR shipped @ ZipZoomFly ATI R520...
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    Recommendations for 20" WS w/scaler?

    I still would like to play my old school games(starcraft, etc.)on my new monitor and I was wondering what other monitor than the crazy banding 2007WFP has a scaler? If there isn't one, can anybody PLEASE do a test if an ATI card with the "keep aspect ratio" setting is display properties can make...
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    mid-range system build - critique me!

    AMD 3000+ Single-Core Socket 939 Venice E3 1.8 Ghz 512KB 90nm MicroProcessor - $111 shipped @ NewEgg EPoX 9NPA+ Ultra nForce4 Ultra ATX Motherboard - $98 shipped @ ZipZoomFly OCZ Value Series 184-Pin DDR SDRAM DDR400 PC3200 2x512MB 2.5-4-4-8 Memory - $79 shipped @ ZipZoomFly ATI R520...
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    Xbox 360 Controller for PC

    how does this thing work? I guess it plugs in by USB, but do you get to program the buttons yourself? Is it powered by USB or do I need to stock up on a few more rechargable AA's? Does it work in PC games like call of duty 2, or PC only games? How can you tell a game supports gamepads? any...
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    VA1912wb owners - opinions?

    I was thinking of purchasing the monitor but wanted to know some opinions over here @ AT. I can't find any reviews except those stupid ones @ the Egg. Are you guys satisfied with this monitor? My main uses will be web surfing, gaming, and an occasional DVD.
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    OC problems w/ X1900XT isolated?

    I've been reading more and more posts about how their X1900XT won't overclock so well, so I was wondering what other owners think about this, and if it is really isolated. It is known that the 1900 downclocks itself(along with voltage drop)when in 2D mode to save power, and I was thinking it's...
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    OC'ability on 3000+,3200+, and 3700+?

    I don't want to have to spend more than I have to on a cpu and invest as much as I can into a GPU because I'm a gamer, but I read the oblivion CPU charts and rethought my plan. I was going to get a 3000+ and overclock it, but reviews on newegg show that it mostly can only go up to 2.2ghz, on...
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    warranties of nvidia manufacturers?

    Is EVGA the only company that allows cooler swaps and overclocking? I was wondering if XFX allows such things, or other manufacturers.
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    POLL: 7900GT vs. X1800 XT

    simple. there's been many polls between the 7800GT and the X1800 XT, but not between the 7900GT and the X1800 XT. What do you guys think? the 7900GT runs cooler, but the X1800 XT is cheaper and compatible with more coolers.
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    PSU w/ blue led?

    I want a PSU that has a fan with a blue led, that you can actually see it glow, not just a very subtle light. I've been trying to hunt down one with active pfc, modular cables, and something that doesn't sound like a leafblower. Any suggestions?
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    dual-core or single-core?

    I've often heard that dual-core is the way to go from now on, to be future-proof, and safe. However, I'm still debating on whether to get single or dual-core. I won't be doing any demanding tasks, nor will I be doing extreme multitasking(not like I can talk to people on aim, burn a dvd, start a...
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    crucial ballistix 2x1gb kits??

    where have they gone? it has gotten an excellent review by Anandtech, but I can't find them anywhere, all I could find was a refurbished kit of DDR2-667..... If they have been discontinued(WHY), can anyone recommend a good 2gb kit for overclocking?
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    UPS/Surge Protectors

    I don't know which I should get. Before I even think about what model to buy, I don't know if I should just get a surge protector, or a UPS battery backup w/surge protection. I just want one for the lightning strikes which actually gives a power outage for a second or two, then the power comes...
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    x800gto2 $150AR

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814102674 If this is legit, it could be a better-than-x850 xt pe-card for $150AR!! sweet.. I am suspicious though because there is not 1 review(ok actually there's ONE review there), and only 1 photo that doesn't even really show the card...
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    NF4 Mobo with NO problems

    I am getting confused more and more everyday. Basically, I can find NO motherboard that fits my needs. I'm looking for a mobo that can fit a Scythe Ninja, can fit a Zalman Northbridge cooler, or already has passive cooling on the NB, and just everything else should work properly, no frills. The...
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    custom resolutions

    I need an app that can make custom resolutions on a 6600GT(XFX) for a Viewsonic 19" Widescreen LCD(1440x900).
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    GPU resolutions

    I'm gonna be using an XFX 6600GT and a 19" Widescreen Viewsonic LCD which has a resolution of 1440x900 or something like that, and I can't find any list to which I can confirm that the video card will support this odd resolution. It seems most do, but I just want to make sure. Does anyone know...
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    active cooling for memory

    I'm gonna be overclocking my entire system, including my memory, which is Crucial Ballistix PC3200 2x512MB, which has aluminum heatspreaders. I was wondering if I will be needing active cooling on it,(an extra fan), because I will be putting voltages and some serious speed on it. I will have a...
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    psu efficiency

    How much $ does higher efficiency psu's actually save? like 65~70% vs. 75~85%? I need an answer because I wonder if it'll be worth it in the long run since the S12-430 us cutting into my budget, and if efficiency won't save any significant electrical bills($5 a year), then I would much rather...
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    help a newb plzzzzz....

    i pretty much get everything in the overclocking thing, but there is still one thing I don't get. I went to gogar's OC optimizer for Athlon 64 and one of the bolded values for the memory I don't get. It says 5:6(i get that) 166(i get that too), then DDR333. What does the DDR333 actually mean(or...
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    A-Top Cases

    Cases from A-Top look very good, such as the x-blade and the gladiator, but any comment from users on how noisy these things are? I want to actually sleep in the same room in which the computer is on downloading tv shows all night. thank you.
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    ATI X800 GTO2

    I was thinking of buying that GPU because of the unlocking to a X850 XT PE. However, I went to techpowerup to read the guide and it is very confusing.... It says download the modified flashrom, the BIOS file, and then ?????? So I just extract the mod utility, run it, then what's the BIOS file...
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    voltages on components

    I learned a few days ago from you kind folks that increasing voltage on the cpu reduces life. I get that part, but what is the cause? Is it from high temperatures or just overall circuitry damage within the cpu? I plan to overclock a venice or an opteron if possible, but I learned somewhat how...
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    cable extenders

    I need cable extensions for a 24-pin main power cable and a 12V 4-pin auxiliary cable that both goes to the motherboard. I've looked everywhere and cannot find them.....
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    E4 Stepping

    what is the difference between the E4 and the now-almost gone E6? Did AMD just change the stupid code and jack up the prices a bit to get more profits? Or is there any actual change in the processor?
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    budget mobo

    i just sort of learned how overclocking cpus work, and realized I need a better motherboard than I had planned, but the value ram should be good. Can anybody recommend me a $~100 mobo that can overclock a 3200+ venice to at least 2.5 ghz?
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    budget mobo

    what budget motherboard is recommended if I wanted to push a Venice 3200+ to very high speeds?(2.6ghz maybe)