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    Mysterious computer problem, any ideas?

    CPU fan is running just fine and temps are still nice and low so I don't think fans are the issue. The PSU is a PC Power & Cooling 750W so if it's getting loaded down by the HDD's then that PSU has definitely gone wonky on me. I'll have to pick up a multimeter from work on monday to test...
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    Mysterious computer problem, any ideas?

    Alright guys, my computer has been having some major problems recently, and I am really at a loss for what the problem could be so I'm coming to ya'll for some assistance. It's the same PC as in my sig with a PCP&C 750W PSU and a trio of HDDs. Here is the situation (sorry if it is a bit...
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    My $2k Ultimate Gaming Computer - Opinions?

    Get your PSU at zipzoomfly. I'm pretty sure every PSU I've looked at is cheaper at zzf and includes free shipping. I would say either get Corsair 520 or 620. Definitely go for a better video card too, either a GTX or Ultra. Just get some cheaper RAM and drop one of the HDD's and that should...
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    DDR2 667 Quick Question

    I'm ordering parts for a new rig in about a week and I just had a quick RAM question. CPU is gonna be a Q6600 that I won't OC at all so I'm assuming DDR2 667 would be fine for that, but if I were to upgrade the CPU in a year or so would I likely need to upgrade the RAM as well if I got DDR2...
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    New build, feedback would be appreciated

    I'm thinking this rig is gonna be pretty solid but just wanted to see what some of you guys think. This PC is going to double as my TV in my bedroom (tiny freakin college apartment bedroom) and also will be used for lots of gaming and video editing. Gonna be running 2x 22" LG monitors which I'm...
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    How big a monitor is too big?

    When your monitor causes your desk to break in half, you know it is too big.
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    Anyone know how to cause the red ring of death on Xbox360?

    I agree with frankqfrank, wrap it in towels and let it run for a while or just block the exhaust. Something along those lines. I believe most problems come from overheating so this should get you a red ring in no time.
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    Best P35 System for non-overclocker

    Alright cool, I did not know that it did. Go for an aftermarket CPU cooler if you want to quiet things down a bit. The thermalright ultra 120 can go without a fan I believe as long as you've got decent case ventilation. Pretty much any high end cooler will be very quiet though because it can...
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    Best P35 System for non-overclocker

    30" monitors require dual-dvi to run at native resolution (at least all the ones I've seen), so unless you plan on using a much lower resolution, that GTX alone doesn't have what it takes to run two of them.
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    I guess I will get a new rig

    Get a P35 mobo that supports DDR3 so you can upgrade to DDR3 in the future. Right now just get DDR2 memory though, DDR2 runs better on the P35 than DDR3 right now anyways and is much much much much less expensive
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    2900 xtx and other cards?

    With newegg can't you do some preferred member thing where you don't have to pay anything for 6 months? Because if that's the case, why not buy it now and pay it later (I'm assuming the 5 month wait is for the $$ to come in)
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    2900 xtx and other cards?

    haha, I wish I could score $10 million. Well, if there's absolutely no limit why not get yourself the 30" Dell UltraSharp 3007WFP-HC and run it off of 2x 8800 Ultras. Yes, I know the performance you get barely beats a much cheaper OC'ed GTX, but with no spending limit, why not?
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    So, I'm thinking about buying the 37" Westy

    Yeah, that diagonal size reference was completely wrong, my b. But yeah, if you game/watch movies/xbox mostly on your monitor, go with the 37" westinghouse, but if you do work on it, two 20" monitors ftw.
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    So, I'm thinking about buying the 37" Westy

    What do you mostly use your PC for?
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    2900 xtx and other cards?

    I concur that SLI/CF is just idiotic in most cases, but if you can include a Dell UltraSharp 3007WFP-HC in your ultimate gaming PC, then heck yes SLI/CF. Do you have no spending limit at all on this, or is it just an absurdly high spending limit?
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    So, I'm thinking about buying the 37" Westy

    How bout you just get two dell 20" widescreen monitors. They're only $219.00 each, so that is a resolution of 3360x1050 for $440.00 + shipping. Also, I believe the westy requires an external tuner for TV if you were planning on using it for that.
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    SOFY? WTF is SOFY?

    That's my sister you a-hole!
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    Advise me on this rig oh great anandtech members

    Will be used for gaming and video editing. DX10 isn't really a big deal for me, I'll likely do a far more impressive build in about two years. $1000 - $1250 is my price range on this fella. I greatly appreciate any feedback, thanks. LIAN LI PC-7B plus II Black Aluminum ATX Mid...
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    Please Critique -- Ordering 4/22

    If you can still cancel that video card order on the 22nd, then you're good to go with that. I believe the NDA for AMD/ATI's next round of cards is lifted on the 22nd so you'll be able to see what they're going to be offering up very soon. I've always been a fan of Seagate HDDs myself...
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    Dumbest thing you've ever done

    Electrocution....always fun I must say.
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    Multimedia Presentation Rig

    I agree that you don't need the 2 HDD's and you don't need to partition it.
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    Westinghouse 27" LCD HDTV $299 *REFURB

    It's a nice TV, not gonna lie. I bought one of these new back in August and have been using it as my main TV in my dorm room with the ole 360 hooked up to it. Haven't tried hooking my computer up to it, but that's because I'm perfectly happy with the 22" monitor I'm using now. HD stuff looks...
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    When would be a good time to upgrade my system?

    That system happymedium suggested would work nicely, but with ATI and AMD getting so close to releasing their next round of cards and processors it just seems like it would be a good idea to wait. More choices and lower prices if you wait a few months, and most likely you won't have to wait as...
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    When would be a good time to upgrade my system?

    I would wait a little longer before you build a new rig. ATI is coming out with their new video cards soon and AMD with their new Barcelona core processors. Even if you aren't interested in these it will create some competition in the market which should result in some nice price drops. Also, if...
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    ATI RAGE 32MB Video card

    haha, no I definitely would not.
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    ATI RAGE 32MB Video card

    What r u talking about bendix?? I would pay at least $50 for it...
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    Best TV for under $3000?

    I would go for a DLP HDTV. I think you really get the most for your money with a DLP. Didn't really check around for cheaper prices, but this is a 61" 1080p DLP for $2599.99 at BestBuy http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp...yId=pcmcat95100050004&id=1138085317167 Plasma would definitely...
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    ATI RAGE 32MB Video card

    Why exactly would you want this?
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    I've Built My MONSTER PC!

    I agree with all those that ask, why not 4GB of ram?
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    New Build for a family member, few questions

    My friend has this Cooler Master case and it has served him well... http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811119078
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    Widescreen LCD Recommendations ~$200

    My 22" westinghouse cost $199.99, of course that was on black friday and it was half off....
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    Best Parts for $3,000 Dream Machine

    I agree with waiting to get a second card until later. One 8800 is more than enough to run anything well, I believe I read somewhere that one 8800 will be able to run Crysis perfectly. I'm all for a hardcore system, but two 8800's is unnecessary and if you wait you'll save a good deal of money.
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    I need hardware upgrading advice

    Well if you want to be able to run games that use DX10 in the near future, you're gonna have to get the 8800, but you would definitely want to upgrade your PS and processor to go with it. If you're not looking to play any DX10 games just upgrade the processor and either crossfire your radeon...
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    Advice for a new system

    That's good to hear, my friend has one of the older ones and the door on that thing is so terrible.
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    Advice for a new system

    So besides gaming are you going to be doing some hardcore multi-tasking or editing? Quad-core just seems like a waste if not. Most programs don't/can't even use more than 1 core, so unless you're doing a lot of heavy duty multitasking or some very heavy video and photo editing, I would stick...
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    Spilled water on my laptop, keyboard messed up, help!

    Haha, yeah, I turned it off and let it dry out. I'll have to try out your suggestion Harvey, if that doesn't work I'm glad to hear you can find replacements for cheap.
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    Spilled water on my laptop, keyboard messed up, help!

    I knocked a glass of water over onto my laptop and everything seemed to be fine, but now the 'p' button has stopped working (luckily I have a desktop PC too). Anybody have any ideas of ways to fix it, copying and pasting every time i need a 'p' on my laptop just isn't gonna work for long.