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    Recommendation - i3 board to use the IGP

    Is there a motherboard used more often than others with the i3-530 that allows: 1. good overclocking 2. use of the built in IGP Also, which memory sticks will overclock easily?
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    New i3-530. Help me overclock this one.

    1. I'm putting a new rig together. Can someone recommend a good board to OC' on? 2. I was planning on using the built in HD graphics so a H55 north bridge is mandatory (i think). Does this limit me in the OC department? 3. Which ram should I use?
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    Recommendation?

    Building a simple system: Core 2 Duo E8400 or Core i3-530 Video - ??? something that will handle movies (DVD, HD 1080p) and text reproduction... if the video card even matters for that (text). Thanks!
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    Recommendation - Silent case

    Title says it all. I have the Antec Solo. Is there anything better for my new build?
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    Recommendation?

    A simple system: Core 2 Duo E8400 or Core i3-530 (no overclocking) Video - just enough to run Windows 7 and watch movies (no games) Storage - WD Velociraptor + WD 1.5TB 5400rpm Media - 2xDVD-RW I'm looking for a PSU to run silent. Thanks!
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    I can't access my Limited Account via Admin - Help!

    C:\Documents and Settings\limiteduser --> Access Denied I originally had it as an Admin acct and made all files private. I'm pretty sure this is why I can't get in, even from an Admin account. Is there any way to reverse this?
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    How much security do I need?

    How much risk do I run by using an ADMINistrator account all the time with the following: 1. Kaspersky Internet Security 7 2. Buffalo Router w/ DD-WRT firmware What's the benefit of using a "limited user" account on XP Pro? T.I.A.
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    Logitech VX Revolution - Help!

    Hey Everyone, I just started using a VX Revolution with my Thinkpad and I hate it! I dont' know how to accurately describe my issues with this mouse but I'll try: With my old mouse, I could get the cursor to hover a button I wanted to click with no problems. Now, with this new VX...
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    Install Windows from USB --> Take out CD-ROM

    I never use my optical drive on my laptop except to install Windows. Everything else I do can be done from USB. Is it possible to image Windows onto a USB key? If so, then I could just remove the optical drive and shove another battery in there... or save my back 0.5lbs.
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    Laptop Battery - Where to buy?

    Does anyone know where I can get a good deal on a new, OEM battery for my Thinkpad T61? Thanks!
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    Bluetooth - What can I use it for?

    My laptop has bluetooth, but I have no idea what I can use it for. I was thinking "new mouse" but I guess that idea kinda fell through since i only see like a total of five bluetooth mice. So what is BlueTooth useful for on a laptop??? I have a Treo with BlueTooth that might prove to be...
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    Widescreen Laptops - Why does widescreen make letters look blurry?

    I just got my first widescreen laptop and I'm not impressed. It looks like all the letters are: 1. really blurry 2. not enough "ink" is being used to create the letters Can anyone explain this? Does it have to do with aspect ratios? Can I fix this with Sony XBRITE technology or...
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    Repolarizing LCD Screen - Worth It?

    I just found out about Screentek. Does anyone know about the "repolarizing" thing, and is it worth it? My new laptop will be arriving next week and I might as well send it off right away.
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    Macbook vs Thinkpad T61 - Which would you buy TODAY?

    I need a laptop TODAY... meaning, I can't wait for a Christmas or Black Friday sale. If you had to choose one, which would you pick? I know Leopard is supposed to come out soon, but I can't wait. It has to be purchased this week, or my brain will die. Please list the pros and cons. Thanks!
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    - help!! - Thinkpad: Wiggle screen = Shutdown

    RIGHT in the middle of exam week and now I'm left with a gimp laptop. Whenever you move the screen, ever so slightly, it will shutoff immediately. You have to push the power button to turn it back on. When you do, the laptop boots up normally, as if it didn't realize it shutdown improperly...
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    I need a fan to blow my hard drive...

    Is the voltage controlled through the motherboard??? How can you control the voltage on the fans to bring the RPM down???
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    Roll Call: XP Users

    I keep coming to this forum and all I see are threads on "Vista Problem". I'm so glad I came back to XP for a little while longer. Aren't you? I am thankful though for the pioneers in this forum. Without your work, these bugs wouldn't get fixed. My hat goes off to you guys. Call me...
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    Vista Blows

    With all the driver issues and software incompatibility / no support, I'm really thinking about going back to XP. I tried to stick it out for the past month, but I'm not sure it's worth it to play on Vista right now. I think the "new toy" effect is wearing off and now I just want my functional...
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    nVidia can suck my left scroll

    Dude, I'm going blind from the next on my screen being fuzzy and outlined in bleeding colors. I'm guessing this is from the new beta drivers nVidia put out. Is anyone else having this problem??
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    RTM vs Retail

    What's the difference between RTM version 6000 and a retail or oem copy, besides the 30 day trial period?
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    Wireless Mice

    My index finger is KILLING me. I can't seem to find a good wireless mouse that doesn't require a high bending arch of the index finger to reach the scroll wheel. Does anyone know what I'm talking about?? Any recommendations?
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    HP LP2065 - Unable to access the Image Control Menu

    Does anyone know how I can activate these features???
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    Calling all people who claim to never reinstall windows

    OK all you l33t geeks who never reinstall windows. =) I got one for ya: My sister's computer is giving errors on shutdown "end program igfxpers.exe" "end program avp.exe" "Program failed to shutdown" "system32.exe corruption" ... stuff like that. How do you overcome things like this...
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    Best Defrag Program???

    I'm a big fan of Diskeeper, but is there a better program? Please support your answer.
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    ORTHOS Stability Help

    My rig lasted through the 4000 iterations but crashed at the start of the 800000. This took approximately 15 minutes. When can I consider my rig "stable"? Keeping in mind that all I do is surf the net, watch DIVX movies, and burn DVDs; do I really need a super stable rig if I'm never...
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    I'm MAXED out

    I think I finally hit the wall with my memory. Can you guys think of a way to get more? CPU: E6400 FSB: 426 (I get blue screen as soon as I hit the desktop in Vista with 428 and 429... 430 won't even POST) vCore: 1.4V Memory: 2 x 1GB Corsair XMS2 PC6400 DDR2-800 4-4-4-12 running...
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    Temp Monitor for VISTA

    Do any programs work on Vista?
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    Do I have to reinstall Windows Vista??????????

    I'm a little curious. Since Windows 98 I've been reinstalling Windows at least twice a year. I think this used to be the most efficient way to keep your system "running like new". Do you think this is still necessary? Here are some specific questions: 1) When new versions of...
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    Temp Monitor for VISTA

    Is there a program to monitor CPU temps in Vista???
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    Vista Ultimate and VLC Media Player

    I've had trouble with versions 0.8.6 and 0.8.6a I can't see the picture using either of the new versions. I mean, the picture is there but it looks SUPER dark. Version 0.8.5 works fine.
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    RECOMMEND: Quiet Power Supply

    Hey Everyone, I just finished my build and committed the ultimate no no. I bought a crappy power supply only because it was FREE after rebate. Well, you get what you pay for. Can anyone recommend a quiet, high quality power supply? Key word: QUIET. Thanks
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    ADVICE: E6400 failing MemTest #5

    Memtest #5 at FSB 350 = 2.8GHz....... PASSED Memtest #5 at FSB 400 = 3.2GHz....... FAILED Memtest #5 at FSB 375 = 3.0GHz....... PASSED Memtest #5 at FSB 385 = 3.1GHz....... PASSED Memtest #5 at FSB 400 = 3.2GHz....... FAILED!! only made it through 1 pass. Should I loosen the ram...
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    Gigabyte S3 North Bridge HOT!!!!!!!!!!!

    I just put my rig together. The north bridge is really hot. Is this normal or should I get a fan? E6400 @ 3.2GHz 400FSB
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    HELP: Need video card selection for VISTA ULTIMATE

    Can you give me a recommendation on a cheap video card to run Vista Ultimate w/ Aero smoothly? 1) I do not game. 2) Something under 200.00 please. 3) How big does my power supply have to be?
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    TurboCache Video Cards - Please explain how this works

    Can someone explain to me how this works? I just ordered a 64MB (on board) pciE video card that can expand to 256MB. How does this compare to a 256MB video card? And how much of a performance hit can I expect if I have 2GB of RAM?
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    Integrated Graphics - Does it make boot up slower?

    I built a computer for my parents this Christmas and I used an ASUS board with integrated graphics to save money. This thing takes FOREVER to boot up. I'm wondering if it's the integrated graphics that making it take so long or if it's the BIOS type. Does anyone have any ideas? I can...
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    NEW RIG - Recommendations Please

    Hi Everyone, I'm a very old overclocker and it's been a long time since I've built a new system. Can I get some help on building a new system? Here's the layout: Feel free to copy, paste, and fill in the blanks. BUDGET: $1100 VISTA READY! CPU: C2D 6300 or 6400 OC'd=Yes...