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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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    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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    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

    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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    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

    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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    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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    Nvidia 8800 drivers

    CANNOT get the graphics drivers to work for the 8800GTS on Vista Ultimate. Has anyone gotten theirs to work? Any links for new drivers? I'm running the 32-bit Vista. Dang, I'm in driver hell right now. Can anyone help?
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    Video stuttering - EXPERT help needed here

    Simple problem, hopefully simple answer, but I simply CANNOT find it. When running CoD2 and 3DMark05/06, my video display "stutters". I DON'T MEAN LAG. I mean "stutter". It runs smoother, then stutters REGULARLY approximately every 5 seconds for 1.5 seconds, then continues, then stutters...
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    Antec P180 and PSU cable length

    Planning on doing a "silent" build, VERY clean wiring, quality work all around the inside of the case. It'll be an Antec P180 case with a mobo that has the 24 pin connector near top right of board layout. Want to use a Seasonic Energy Plus 650w, and I know the P180 requires some long PSU...
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    Quiet DVD-RW

    My current DVD-RW optical sounds like a jet engine when it gets going, so I want a new one. It has to be QUIET. Don't see the point of spending more $$ on a SATA, so IDE is fine. Dunno what the deal is about DVD-RAM? I mostly use this to burn movies for my kids, watch the occasional movie...
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    S3 to DS3 - require HD format?

    I know, why go from a Gigabyte S3 to a DS3? Long story...... In any case, if I do it, would I still need to do a hard drive format? I thought the 2 boards were the same except for the capacitors.........which would mean no format? Anyone know? Much thanks.
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    Team Xtreem Dark Series

    I see Team Group has released the Dark Series DDR2-800 @ 4-4-4-12, targeted to the non-extreme overclockers (ie-on a budget). Apparently can take some high volts, but I think they're Promo ICs. Can anyone verify this, and/or how these new sticks overclock? Any links perhaps? Much...
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    Recommended DDR2-800 for C2D???

    Looking for OC'ing 800 RAM on a budget to get a 6300 over 3.0 ghz. This may require loosening the timings to CL5 so I wonder if paying for CL4 is worth it in the end anyways? Here are the options (am in Canada, so choices are more limited than in the States): CL5 -OCZ Gold XTC DDR2-800 @...
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    Getting IDE HDD to work with SATA?

    Ok, I have a SATA drive, complete with OS running fine. I want to use an old IDE HDD I have laying around for archiving data, but I cannot access it AT ALL when I plug it in. The IDE used to be my old primary drive, so I think it has the MBR on it. I have a Gigabyte S3 mobo, and an IDE...
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    Steel vs Aluminum

    For mid-tower ATX cases that come in both black steel and all-aluminum construction, is there a significant difference in the noise transmission from inside the case, or in the durability of the case between the 2 materials? I know the aluminum case will be ALOT lighter, but I'm interested in...
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    22" and 19" LCDs on an 8800

    I want to get a 22" LCD as my primary (gaming) monitor, and use my 19" LCD as my secondary one......for surfing, Office, whatever. But the 22" would run @ 1680x1050 (I think) and the 19" @ 1280x1024. Different resolutions and different aspect ratios. So my question: 1) Can this be done...
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    Quiet PSU needed

    I'm looking for a decent PSU that will handle a DX10 card and good CPU overclocking, but it must also be rather quiet. I know the final power specs aren't released for the DX10 cards, but the tentative results over at DailyTech indicate they're not as bad as originally thought. Am looking...
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    Mid-towers that can house DX10 cards

    I know all the details of DX10 card sizes haven't been confirmed, but I thought I'd start researching now......am looking for a mid-tower case that will house one of those beasts. For argument's sake, let's assume the 8800GTX will be 12" and I don't want to spend a fortune on the case because...
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    7900 GTO stuttering

    I have a very unusual problem, and I'm open to any theories here. I have an EVGA 7900 GTO, E6300 C2D, 2x1024 OCZ Platinum....system is OC'd to 3.0 ghz. Running 3DMark05, 06, and Call of Duty 2 timedemo...I notice the framerates "stutter". But they stutter/jump consistently...
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    OC temps on 6300

    Got my 6300 running with a Zalman 9500 @ 415x7 = 2.9 ghz. All the throttling stuff, etc is Disabled. Core Temp shows: 43 Celcius idle, 51 Celcius load (weird thing is EZ Tune shows 31 Celcius idle......whats with the discrepancy?!) 1) Are the temps acceptable (idle seems a bit high)...
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    7900 GTO to GTX speeds

    Any have any info/experience on OC'ing a 7900 GTO back up to GTX speeds?? Can I do a straight OC, or do I have to adjust the volts? If so, any idea of those settings? I'm rather hesitant to flash it to a GTX.....not sure if it's really worth the risk if I can just OC it. Much appreciated.
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    Speedfan - Help

    Started OC'ing my new 6300 rig, got a Zalman 9500. Nothing serious yet, just some light OC with stock volts, etc and just raising the FSB to 333 (2.33 ghz). In any case, I'm noticing some discrepancies in different programs when I monitor the temps and volts. I would expect a bit of...
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    OCZ 667 or 800?

    Live in Canada, so Newegg prices and products aren't an option, so I've been searching around but am kinda stuck on selection (no G-skill or Geil, etc like people are reporting on Newegg). In any case....... So, am planning on getting an E6300, Gigabyte GA-965P-S3, and now I need memory. Am...
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    Zalman CPU fan

    I was thinking of using my Zalman CNPS 9500 from a s939 for a new C2D build. But I read somewhere that the Zalman 7700 would be better for 775 CPU/mobos due to the preference for air to be blown directly onto the board and chipset......whereas the 9500 blows air out the back of the case because...
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    E6300 mobo on a budget

    Live in Canada (can't order from Newegg), and am looking to do an E6300 build on a budget. Am open to mATX and ATX options. I'd like to do a bit of overclocking if possible, but nothing major.......from what I understand the 6300 will smoke on stock speeds. Here's my options so far, please...
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    mATX and 7900GTO

    Am thinking of doing an E6300 build on the cheap for a buddy, probably shuttle-size. So I have 2 questions: 1) Just LOVE the look of this case, esp for the price. Is it decent? (am in Canada btw) http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?Ed...=189420 2) Will a...