BIOS utility should work fine for that. But as Rogue said, RAID 1 is not meant to be used as sole backup solution.
Maybe backup the drive before you attempt RAID creation? You never know what could go wrong. This is the least I would do when messing with someone else's data.
It would seem that everyone thinks you should get 4GB. I just didn't mention that since I have no idea if you have intentions of going x64
Either way, I don't think you'll be able to run Crysis on all high settings. That game requires insane resources. You should be good to go for medium-high...
Why 3 sticks of RAM. I understand that you want to max out with the 32bit OS but three sticks won't run in dual channel and it might hurt performance. 2GB is good enough or get 2x 512MB sticks so you can run dual channel.
Have you looked at the ATI 3870 series? I think they're a little more...
If you're comfortable with building your own, thats usually the better route to go. This seems like a decent deal though. Don't expect to game on it with the integrated graphics though. C2D would give you better performance. Check out the link below. You'll still need a video card if you want to...
Or use a different address. Not sure what you can do at this point since you already sent them everything. Let this be a lesson to you and eat the cost I guess. Good luck in your efforts to see if you can somehow get your money back.
HDDs can be bought for cheaper. Check the Hot Deals section here or other deal sites.
You don't really need a 750w PSU but I guess it doesn't hurt.
Your processor will be 1066MHz bus while the mobo you picked is 1333 which you will not benefit from unless you plan to upgrade the processor...
There are some programs that can recover the data but it all depends on how important the data is. There is a chance of losing it if you keep using the drive. If the data is very important then your best option is to take it to a data recover expert.
The bios might have a setting for Video output. Check if its set to PCI only or something like that. I know it used to be like that for AGP cards so worth a shot.
You just need to change the boot.ini file to load the OS from the Maxtor drive as default. Someone else might be able to give you detailed instructions on how to do that. I have to get to class :(
Get the Gigabyte P35-DS3R motherboard. SLI is basically pointless unless you are going to be using two high end cards.
If you really need the comp to last a while, save some more and get a GTX now or upgrade later.
Get a decent PSU from a good brand. Check Corsair, PCP&P, Enermax etc.
Get a...
Maybe the DVI cable is bad?
As for your monitor losing signal, you probably just selected Analog instead of Digital. Pressing the toggle button again will bring back the display.
Looks good for a low end machine. You may want to check out the Intel side also. The parts are closely priced but might offer better performance since they are highly overclockable.
Get more RAM. Not sure where you got the 240mb from but the new standard is 1GB or higher. DDR2 is pretty cheap...
It depends on your motherboard. If all 4 mem slots are filled, some boards will run at DDR333 and 2T. Check your motherboard support forums and see if there are any problems with running memory in all 4 slots. If there are not problems, then just go with 3GB if you can actually use it. Depending...
Thats why I said that I assumed and not that the OP mentioned it. That by definition means that it was my opinion.
We can argue this all day long but I'll stop now. You're right, I'm wrong.
He wants to keep the system for a few years. I assumed that might include an upgrade to a 8800 series sometime. 300w just won't cut it for that. Also upgrades to Quad core and a couple more HDDs are never out of the question.
3GB DDR2-3200 will be kinda useless. 2GB should be more than good enough for normal computer use and general gaming.
In a couple of weeks the E4400 will be $113, so you can either save money there or go with the new E4500 for $133. If you are going to spend more, get the E6550 for $163.
I'd...
PSU is one place where saving money will get you in the end. Spend the money to get a decent 500w PSU so you don't have to worry about it. Get cheaper RAM and put the money saved there into the PSU. Check hot deals daily, you can usually get a decent 2GB set for around $75 or so.
Wait another...
Definitely get the Gigabyte DS3R over that mobo. Its cheaper and better.
If this is a gaming comp, that kb/mouse setup won't work. Look at the Logitech G15 KB and the G7 mouse.
That RAM is twice what you can pay for decent 2GB. Look under hot deals and get whatever decent brand is on sale...
Case is pretty much your choice and depends on how much you want to spend. You can't go wrong with a nice CM Stacker or Antec 180/Nine Hundred cases. As for PSU, pick up a 500-600w Seasonic, PCP&P, Enermax etc.
I have a feeling this is going to hurt the consumers in the end. Intel is going to burn AMD to the ground and then go back to charging whatever the feel like for their new processors :(
I hope AMD makes a comeback. Even if Intel processors are better, at least competition keeps Intel grounded.
You might be better off just building the whole thing from scratch. It will give you better value since you can OC the processor if you buy a decent motherboard.
Gigabyte S3 $70
E4400 $115
PSU $70
Case $50
Mouse/KB $50
Total: $355 plus stuff I might've overlooked
This will allow you to OC...
You could get a 939 mobo with AGP and run a X2 processor. Might be a little cheaper than the C2D option but the C2D will probably give you better performance.
Is there a website we can use to look up parts available to you and the prices? It will make suggesting parts a whole lot easier.
-That system doesn't need a 1000w PSU. Get a 500-600w quality PSU and you'll be fine.
-Why a SLI mobo? SLI is useless IMO. Get the Gigabyte DS3R and you won't be...
Processor? If its 3-4 years, might as well get a quad core now unless you plan to upgrade the processor in a year or two. It will cost you about $70 more right now to go to quad core from dual core.
I guess you have the P35C for the DDR3 but who knows what will be out in a couple years. It will...
I'm pretty sure the problem occured since you decided to install XP after Vista. As far as I've tried, it works perfectly if you switch the order. The bootloader for Vista takes precedence over the XP one.
When you installed XP after Vista, it probably killed the bootloader.
I could be...
External enclosures that use FW can be daisy-chained. Basically you can hook up another FW enclosure into the second port of the first one. I am not sure if you can access it with both ports. Hook it up and find out.
I wonder if its second hand stock where they test the CPUs for overclocking potential and sell the ones not good enough. Chips running high OC on air would easily fetch a premium price.
Well he did mention that hes outside USA so who knows what the policies are.
Try to get a sealed box. If not, punch the store guy in the face and then follow our previous instructions on removing the sticker.
Oh ok. Well I don't have any experience with that so can't really say. Either way just clean it off with the methods above and you should be good to go.
I don't know what thats all about but I've never heard of that happening. Why would a supplier need to put a sticker on a brand new processor. Where was this bought and was it listed as an OEM CPU?
I'll be honest, I didn't read that whole thing :)
Here are a few quick suggestions though:
Gigabyte DS3R mobo. Nice solid board with great features. Should take your Q6600 pretty far too. Plus as of right now, you might be able to upgrade to the Penryn chips with a BIOS update. No official...
Was the box sealed? Like I said, new processors don't have stickers on them. Was it sold as "open box" or "refurbished"? You should contact the store and see what they say.
Because New CPUs don't have stickers on top of them lol. Did you buy if from someone on here or a store? If it was someone here and they sold that to you as a New CPU, they lied and should be reported.
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