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    Advice On How To Convert Old PC To Media Server

    I have a PC based on the Asus P5K with 4GB of RAM and a Radeon HD 3850 running on Vista. The current HD is 500MB. I want to to expand the storage to 2TB, install a blu ray drive, get a DVI-to-HDMI converter, and install either Windows Home Server or Windows 7. I want to connect it to my...
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    Back-up with Vista

    Vista used to back-up my computer once a week, and then my external HD ran out of space because of the back-ups. This doesn't make sense because the external HD is bigger than what I have installed on my PC's HD. How do I properly set-up Vista's back-up? I think Vista is keeping files that...
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    Need help on configuring a multimedia network

    Moving into a new place and I haven't really been keeping up with the latest networking and wireless technology since I bought the Belkin N1 last year. I want to build a network (I have a PC, MacBook, and Airport Extreme) and need some advice based on the following: 1) I want to access my...
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    Boost wireless router range

    I have a Belkin N1 Wireless Router and there is no signal on the other end of the house, what can I buy to extend the signal to the other end of the house? Thanks!
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    New system configuration help

    The computer I built about two years ago just crashed and I figured this was a good time to build a new one. The issue is that I haven't been keeping up with what's new and I'm completely lost. I'll use this PC for ripping CDs/DVDs, Internet, home office tasks, I play RTS games and do...
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    Motherboard suggestion for AMD Sempron 2600+

    I'm looking to put together a media center PC (in place of buying a TiVo) and would like a suggestion for a motherboard to build the system around. I want to use a Sempron 2600+ processor and need a no hassle motherboard with integrated graphics and sound. The media PC will only be used to...
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    Home Network Set-Up for file/print/FTP

    I'm looking to convert an old PC (1.33GHz Athlon/512MB RAM/40GB) into a file/print server for my home. I want to be able to set-up the computer as a secure proxy server so I can log-in and surf the internet unrestricted from work. I also need to be able to access the server from anyway to get...
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    Need Help Converting Tower to Compact PC

    I'm moving into a small space and I wanted to fit my current PC into a small media-PC case. I want to move all the parts into the new case, sans the motherboard and floppy. Here is what I'm working with: Athlon 64 Processor 3500+ 1GB RAM on 2 DIMMs SATA Western Digital HD (Primary) EIDE...
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    SATA & WinXP Home Install Issue

    I've been struggling (not even the repair shop helped) with my A8V Deluxe, WD Raptor 74GB and WD 80GB IDE drives, and WinXP installing. I've tried every tip and done the floppy disk 'F6' thing a million times making sure to use the 378IDE drivers, and turning the BIOS setting to IDE Operational...
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    RAM for A8V Deluxe

    I have two pairs of RAM; one is Crucial Value Select RAM with 400Mhz DDR, CAS 3 or 2.5. The other pair is OCZ RAM 400Mhz, CAS 2. Is it possible to install both pairs on my A8V Deluxe board?
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    Windows XP Fatal Error During Setup

    I tried to reinstall WinXP Home and got this error: Setup failed to remove the produt catalog DXBDA.CAT Setup failed to remove the product catalog DXXP.CAT The signature for Windows XP Home Edition Upgrade is invalid. THe error code is fffffc05 The system cannot find message text for...
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    Virtual Memory

    I have 1GB of RAM on my PC and my Virtual Memory is set to 1.5GB; should I lower the virtual memory to something like 2MB (the minimum) in an effort gain more HD space? P.S. I'm running Windows XP Home, HD is 80GB
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    Dual Proc Linux System

    I just got done reading Just For Fun by Linus Torvalds; and I'm extremely interested in experimenting with Linux -- just to play around with it and see what it can do; I've also always wanted to build a dual-proc system (just cause). I'm having trouble coming up with a configuration though...
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    No DAE for Toshiba 106S?

    I bought one of the Toshiba DVD 16x drives in October and I finally got some ripping software however, I am unable to use DAE. Moreover, when I finish rip an entire CD in analog mode and playback the file I get no sound from the file! I am not sure if I connected my DVD drive to my computer...
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    Slow right-click in WinXp

    I just built a computer about two months ago, and I've been experiencing this problem for quite a while: everytime I right-click on an icon there is a 4 second delay or so in the submenu coming up when I'm browsing the HD or the desktop. I have Norton SystemWorks 2002 installed on WindowsXP Home...
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    Checksum error with KG7-RAID

    I just finished putting together my computer and I"m getting a checksum error when I boot up. I have the DVD-ROM and CD-RW hooked up to the same IDE cable and connected to IDE 1. I hooked up my hd, Deskstar, to the orange RAID connector, I forget which one. The DVD-ROm and CD-RW are detected but...
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    Computer Won't Boot!!!

    I'm a newbie and I Just finished my AthlonXP system. When I started the comp it started post and then told me to set the DIMMs from DIMM 4 to DIMM 1 in order, I have two 256MB modules so I did just that. When I rebooted the PC it started to beep at a steady pace and nothing displayed at all...
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    How do I change shut-down screen for W2K?

    How do I change shut-down screen for W2K? I know its the logo.sys file, but how am I suppose to change it? Thanks, Platyply
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    PC Building questions

    I'm staring at my brand-new OEM AthlonXP 1700+ and wanted to know if I should take off the price-tag sticker thing that on the CPU? It has a number on it (warranty is what i figure) and I"m not sure if this sticker will catch on fire and burn or something when I use my PC. My next question is...
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    Computers won't detect each other on network

    I'm trying to set up a two computer network in my off-campus apartment. I have a hub from the school that was given so the computers could share a DSL modem, all the TCP/IP settings are identical, with the exception of the IP address, I've ran HOme Networking Wizard on both computers numerous...
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    Installing Win98SE on a WIN95a system

    I'm upgrading my P200 to Win98SE from Win95a. I have two partitions: C and D. If I install Win98SE Full version (not the update) on C, will it affect the contents on the D drive? -Platyply
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    How Does My Config look?

    Finally! After three years of wishing, I'm building my own PC. I ordered the parts last night, and they should be here by mid-week. I'd just like to thank the forum for all your help over the past few months. I'll be no doubt posting again for helping when building this PC, but I don't think I...
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    Need a definitive utility app list

    I was wondering if anyone could give me the names applications that perform the following functions: 1) CD- ripping 2) MP3 to CD-Audio/Burning 3) CD duplication/hard drive back-up What's the best anti-virus software? I hear Panda Titanium is really good, any comments on this app? What are some...
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    Upgrade Roadmap help

    As soon as I get my credit cards in the mail I plan on getting a new system, however, I'm not sure if the specs I designed (about a month ago) are a sensible choice now. For instance, I wanted to get a 1.4Ghz Athlon, but AMD has the Palomino set to release in two or three weeks; My original...
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    WD 80GB good drive?

    Compared to the IBM 60GXP how does the Western Digital Caviar 80GB compare performance wise? Is there a noticeable difference?
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    Duron/DDR/Gigabyte GA-7DX

    Hi, I decided to get a seperate DVD player and TV for my dorm instead of having an all-in-one PC. To afford this I had to cut down the specs on my PC, so I'm going to use a Duron 750 that I had laying around and O\C it to 1050Mhz. I don't want to change my mobo (Gigabyte GA-7DXR) or type of RAM...
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    Last check before I build . .

    Well, after many months of planning I've finally settled on a setup. I'll probably end up building this system in my dorm >:| because I took so long getting the specs and my money together and waiting for the new part around the corner. Anyway, here are the specs: Antec SX1040 Full-Tower ATX...
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    Best MX400 card?

    I am looking for the best performing/feature filled MX400 card with (preferably) 64MB of RAM. I was looking at the Abit Siluro T400, but what to make sure there aren't any better cards out there.
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    Best Anti-Virus and Internet Security software?

    I have a DSL line and need some protection from my open line. I also would like to know the best anti-virus software program.
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    Best Firewire Interface Card

    I wanted to know the best 400mbps Firewire Interface card for the PC, any suggestions? Thanks, Platyply
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    Is 512MB worth it?

    What applications would 512MB actually take advantage of? Video editing, gaming, what?
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    SCSI + RAID 0

    If I were to install the OS, games, apps on the SCSI drive and have storage done on the RAID 0 (such as .mov files, .mp3 files, images, etc.) would that elimate the bottlenecks of the the storage system in my PC?
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    Noticeable Difference between 5400RPM and 7200RPM drives?

    For everyday use such as loading games, opening .mov files, launching programs would I notice a difference between a 5400RPM drive from Maxtor (the 100GB one) and the 60GXP 7200RPM drive from IBM?
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    Noticeable Difference between 5400RPM and 7200RPM drives?

    For everyday use such as loading games, opening .mov files, launching programs would I notice a difference between a 5400RPM drive from Maxtor (the 100GB one) and the 60GXP 7200RPM drive from IBM?
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    Need Help choosing HSF

    I have a "TBird 1.33GHz 266FSB AYHJA Y" and need to know what heatsink would most likely get me to 1.6Ghz? I'm not sure how loud 46dba, but its not above a whisper, then noise is really of no concern to me. Thanks for your help.
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    Need Help Choosing DDR Motherboard for AMD System

    I'm looking for a DDR that has plenty of features, is the best overclocker, and scores extremely high in stability. I will be using a "TBird 1.33GHz 266FSB AYHJA Y" and want to push this chip to do 1.6Ghz. There are so many boards and three different chipsets out, I'm not sure which...
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    Iwill or MSI DRR Board

    For overclocking and features, which board am I better off with: Iwill's or MSI's? How stable are these boards before o\c ing?
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    URGENT! Component Help!

    I need to know in the next half-hour or so what CDRW drive to purchase, RAM, and mobo. I have a Yamaha 20/10/40 in mind, however not sure if support burn-proof or similar technology. When will Plextor be offering a similar CDRW? As for RAM, I will purchase a "TBird 1.33GHz 266FSB AYHJA...
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    Need Help choosing HSF

    Getting an AXIA 1.2Ghz or 1.33Ghz from eBay and I wanted to know what's the best HSF combo that will get me to 1.5Ghz. If you can please reccommend a reseller along with your HSF suggestion. Thanks.