Here's what I want to do... some of which are "basic" functions, others are a bit more complex.
I wanna build an HTPC setup. It must support HDTV recording, and dual tuner capabilities. Additionally, it must have surround sound output.
I want to rip all my DVDs to it (or to another file...
I just read the article about the nVidia Dual-Tuner card, and I?ve very curious about one thing:
The idea behind the HTPC boxes, or media center PC?s is great, but I am looking for slightly more functionality.
My house is brand new, and as a result has been prewired with ?Media Plates? in...
Another thing you MD notes:
What kind of Video Card do you have? PCI-x or AGP? If AGP, is it a 3.3v card? If so you MB says "don't use it. It can cause the card and your system permanent damage".
From your manual... same deal:
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
939Dual-SATA2 motherboard provides four 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate)
DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel
configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand...
Mine were also matched pair, but apparently also required specific placement. AND Dual Channel DIMMS were required "in pairs" so just 1 stick wouldn't work.
I had a VERY similar problem with my machine: (and solved it... perhaps they are related?)
My mach specs:
AMD Athlon 64 3800+ Venice (retail)
EVGA AMD nForce4 SLI MB
EVGA Geforce 7800 GTX
1 GB Dual Channel DDR400 [2x512] (XMS Corsair)
Seagate 80GB SATAII HD
Plextor DVDR/-RW SATA...
I haven't heard much of anything about Dell's XPS M170. It looks amazing!
I have an Inspiron XPS Gen1, and my only complaint about it is the HUGE power brick it requires. This new one is pictured with a 90-watt brick similar to the standard 65-watt brick that Dell uses. Is this just...
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