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    ASUS Maximus Formula

    Ah ah heck, completely missed the RAID Utility manager.........just gotta delete the RAID in there and then format the drives as singles. Nvm, nothing to see here, move along.
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    ASUS Maximus Formula

    Am running 2 Raptors in RAID0 with Vista on my Maximus Formula SE, and also have a single 500gb drive with Vista installed as well in case my RAID takes a dump. In BIOS I set SATA Configuration to RAID, everything runs great........can boot into Windows on the Raptors and the single drive no...
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    Dell E228WFP (22-inch) LCD Monitor Review

    My first monitor review! Dell's E228WFP is a solid performer at a good price. Please check out my review, I'm interested in any feedback, suggestions, criticisms, etc. Am looking to improve for the next one I do. Many thanks!!! My review is here: http://rocks7arhardware.com/page.php?29
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    ---------- Quad Overclock Thread! ----------

    My 1.435v wasn't Prime stable, had to go up to 1.450v. I'll see if it lasts overnight later, had to turn it off cuz my wife was complaining the computer was CHUGGING LMAO. OH well. Looks like 3.5 GHz is probably the upper-ish limit for B3's (and that's with a 965 mobo), unless you juice up...
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    ---------- Quad Overclock Thread! ----------

    Ok, finally cranked this baby up a bit. Here's the info: -Q6600 B3, L644G513 -378 FSB x 9 = 3.4 GHz (so far) -Gigabyte 965P-DS3 Rev.3.3 (ya baby, no P35 here!) -1.4375 vCore in BIOS (haven't tried lowering/optimizing yet) -Swiftech H2O I'll try 8x and 7x when I get a chance to see how...
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    Setting CPU Affinity

    Setting up my new Q6600 tonight and am considering assigning certain cores for certain applications, etc. I know how to change CPU affinity, but anyone know how to "save" those settings, to ensure when I restart an app it will use the assigned core I set? I've tried +affinity CPU1 in the app...
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    ---------- Quad Overclock Thread! ----------

    AGREED!!!! Post which mobo, I REALLY wanna know how these do on 965 vs P35 boards. I'm putting my new Q6600 in my Giga 965-DS3 tonight, I'll report back with info by tomorrow. Then waiting for my new P35 to arrive and see how it compares :)
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    Ballistix PC2-6400

    Ya Lopri, I think you're right. I'm planning on getting a P5K Deluxe so I may end up doing a follow-up to see what FSB I can hit, etc.
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    Well I put in my order to NCIX Canada....$298. Hoping and praying it's a G0.......
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    3.4 ghz, G0, on air, good temps: http://www.xtremesystems.org/f...p=2329759&postcount=17 DAYUM. Lovin that.
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    Bit-Tech just posted here, I think it's B3 numbers: http://www.bit-tech.net/hardwa...el_core_2_quad_q6600/1
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    Thanks Mark for getting the thread back on topic ;) Anyone here have a G0?? It *seems* the B3's can do 3.0-3.2 depending on your cooling (my Swiftech will do just fine), and those speeds are nothing to be ashamed of. Honestly, you get the best of both worlds.....high clocks (slightly higher...
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    I know of a Canadian retailer that still has B3 Q6600's in stock for $295 CDN ;) Which is why I'm debating whether to get one NOW or wait for the G0's??? Will the G0's live up to the hype? Does anyone here have a G0? We REALLY need to have a comparison to set the record straight. I'd...
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    Ya Backlash that would be great, I'll follow this thread to check your results. I read a couple posts elsewhere that the B3's are actually doing pretty good, and temps are rather "low" for a Quad. I wonder if the hype for the G0's isn't justified? I'm not convinced that squeezing out 200...
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    B3 vs G0 stepping on Q6600

    So, with my 6300 running @ 3.4.....I don't really need an X6850, so a Q6600 is probably the way to go. I hear that the current B3 steppings being sold should let you hit 3.0-3.2, with the G0 around 3.4-3.5......anyone verify this? Am debating whether to get one now or wait. I checked...
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    Ballistix PC2-6400

    Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. If you'd like me to review some Corsair, just send me a PM, I'd be more than happy to test drive a pair for you. Seriously. I'm hoping to get a new P5K Deluxe for testing, much better than the Giga DS3, but the PC2-6400 is geared a bit more towards...
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    Ballistix PC2-6400

    I know it's not 8500 or 9600 stuff, but there are alot of novices or people on a budget, so I wrote a full review on the 6400 sticks. It's my first "proper" one......a more "traditional" review, so go easy on me. :) Check it here: REVIEW
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    Heatsink Reviews

    My review/comparison of heatsinks normally recommended for being Quiet (Zalman 9500, Scythe Ninja, Noctua NH-U12F): LINKY Seems there's a glitch with the display a bit, but you'll get the idea.
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    Defector from that other forum

    Ya, I'm here MM. I get around........and lurk in alot of places ;) Hey Cutthroat. Ya, "they" are trying to compete with Z/CNET. Not really a hardware site anymore.......more of a "tech/media/mianstream/whatever" type of market and slant. Whatever. Off to greener pastures I am. I...
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    Timedemo

    Bump. Doesn't anyone know how to create a time demo or benchmark for a game?
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    Timedemo

    For games that don't have built-in performance demos, how do I create my own? I know how to create a demo in the games, and I have FRAPS, but I don't understand how the two are connected.......or is there some other way?? The timedemo that I downloaded for CoD2 is quite simple, it runs...
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    Set Affinity prior to launching an application

    For the life of me, I can't remember how to set CPU Affinity for an application BEFORE it launches. Changing it WHILE the app is running is easy but I don't want to always have to crtl-alt-del into Processes to change AFTER I run the app. I have an app that wants to run on CPU 0 and not CPU...
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    Suggestions for budget AM2 board

    Pretty decent for a budget AM2 board. I know ECS is not known for its feature-rich mobos LOL, but that's not needed in this instance. Just cheap and stable, basic basic board. Thanks!
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    Suggestions for budget AM2 board

    Will be doing a budget AM2 build for a buddy...and I'm REALLY out of the loop on AM2 boards. So, I need suggestions on a budget ATX AM2 board. Info: -he won't be doing any OC'ing whatsoever -needs 1 IDE -CPU will be an X2 3600 or X2 3800 -single PCI-e slot....he'll be doing mostly...
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    Cable Management DIY guide *update 2* photos added!

    I've decided to finally get around to posting some pics of my P180 cabling job: INSIDE: Overall... http://img357.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1005395tf5.jpg Drive cage drawer pulled out (sorry blurry)... http://img411.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1005392hd6.jpg OUTSIDE: How to bypass...
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    Which SLI mobo?

    I should clarify.........I don't intend to run SLI. I need an SLI board (dual PCI-e more precisely) to run 2 GPUs so I can hook up 3 monitors. So the cards would be run independently, but still need a dual PCI-e mobo. The 650i makes me a bit nervous, to be honest. I currently have a...
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    Which SLI mobo?

    Quick story short: Looking at getting an SLI mobo to run 3 monitors. Need the mobo to handle some good OC'ing. Assume 6300 C2D, OCZ Platinum DDR2-800, aftermarket Northbridge HSF if necessary. Options (prices are in CDN): -ASUS P5N-E 650i - $160 (are the bugs worked out yet?) -ASUS P5B...
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    8800GTS 320mb reviews and conclusion

    Crap, my buddy primarily plays CoD2 and I was hoping to save some $$ on his build with the 320......
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    8800GTS 320mb reviews and conclusion

    So, just to switch gears......... Are we all in agreement that at 1280x1024 the 320mb card will more than suffice, even with AA on?
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    Geforce 8900 GTX has 25 per cent more shaders

    @PAINMAN: Doesn't matter when you register your card, if it's on the second day or the last one. Step Up goes by Date of Purchase, regardless of when you register. I did the Step Up to an 8800GTS, and it was made explicitly clear from Day 1 by EVGA. Just FYI, hope this doesn't ruin your...
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    8800gtx + 7600gt in same system. Possible or driver issues?

    It *seems* that the NV drivers released last night for Vista x86 might appear to be unified, regardless of card type. If that's the case, that would be awesome because there'd be one driver set for DX9 and DX10 cards!! Which would seem to make this possible.........? Assuming that's the case...
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    8800gtx + 7600gt in same system. Possible or driver issues?

    I was told it's not possible by someone more knowledgable than me. I didn't verify because I wasn't about to buy another card and mobo to try it out for kicks. Could try posting this question at Nvidia forums if nobody here knows definitively. I'm also curious, for argument sake, if you...
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    8800gtx + 7600gt in same system. Possible or driver issues?

    AFAIK, SLI is still limited to one monitor, even with the 8800 cards. But the OP didn't mention SLI. Seems he's more concerned about mixing DX9 and DX10 cards. So therein lies the real question: Can a DX9 and DX10 card operate together in the same system? What drivers to use? From...
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    8800gtx + 7600gt in same system. Possible or driver issues?

    BUT............. Assume you're not going SLI.....just 3 monitors over 2 cards. What do you do about drivers? 8800 drivers are a completely separate download than 7xxx series. So which do you install? How does that work?
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    Best LCD Monitor for ~$300?

    I heard Dell outsources to Samsung, which may explain why Dell's monitors are actually very good. Wouldn't touch their computers, but monitors...I currently own 2. Plus, I have a 22" Samsung. Very nice. Take a look at the 22" Samsung. Otherwise, the 22" Dell all the way. 20"....meh. 22"...
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    Antec P180 and PSU cable length

    Well, the Seasonic works beautifully. The only cable that's short is the 4-pin mobo ATX power connector at the top left of the mobo. I've got it routed behind my vid card so it's not half bad actually. I may end up drilling a few holes into the mobo to route cables behind, but all in all I...
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    Still no G80 Vista driver!

    For the life of me, I cannot get DX9 rendering to run in Vista......Call of Duty 2 being a perfect example. The game runs fine in DX7 but DX9 won't work. Dunno if it's driver issue, DirectX issue, what? Anyone got an idea? Looks like we're all the guinea pigs with Nvidia.....
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    Video stuttering - EXPERT help needed here

    SUCCESS!!!!! Matthias, you are DA MAN. Sorting by processes and watching the CPU time used (helps to have 2 monitors, I could watch game stutter and processes simultaneously), there was a process called GUI.exe that would spike with every game stutter. Taking a closer look, it appears...
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    Nvidia 8800 drivers

    Success!!! Thanks guys, the ones at Guru 3D seem to be working, have to check in more detail though, but at least it's working. And yes, Nvidia has some serious catching up to do in the driver department for this round. Hopefully they get their act together soon. Thanks for the help!
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    Yeah! Microsoft released a plethora of updates and ATI 7.1 Vista

    ARGH, Nvidia needs to learn from ATI, stinkin drivers. I'm so in driver HELL right now :(