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    HTWS v1.0

    You beat me to submitting my edit Cerb! I really hope 1 pc will be sufficient for all 3 purposes, but I understand where you're going with the idea of dedicated workstations and servers.
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    HTWS v1.0

    mfenn, Thank you for offering your thoughts on my build! Q> Two GPUs? A> I do an amount of 3D Modeling using Solidworks and the W7000 excels at handling assemblies with a large array of parts. Its very important that I have a fluid view of a model as I'm working on it and flexing it. This is...
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    HTWS v1.0

    Considering a new PC that would accommodate personal use as well as serving up movies via Plex to 6 other locations in my home. I want to ensure each location can get a full (theoretical) 1Gbps to stream or transfer (Roku3 or SmartTV) blueray quality films. So I have included a 4-port NIC into...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    Jesusthewererabbit: Thank you for reiterating that point- help's me know it's standard practice. I suppose I'll be reinstalling in the near distant future.
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    n7: I've done 2 passes on the dram using memtest86+ without issue. How many passes do you think are necessary in order to effectively diagnose the memory? I was looking through a recent minidump from the aforementioned bsod and I noticed: "READ_ADDRESS: GetPointerFromAddress: unable to read...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    In case anyone's curious.... Here are my BIOS settings. System spec's in my signature (I recently replaced GeForce 8800GTS w/ATI HD 5770). Note: Actual Power Levels for DRAM 2.352v / VCORE 1.424v DRAM rec'd at 2.35~2.5 on chip and 2.2~2.4 on manufacturer's website (geil) Asus Maximus Formula...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    Another BSOD, this time it's atikmdag.sys and it's a PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA (Bugcheck 50) Look'n more and more like a memory problem...? I don't know what else I can do to verify the integrity of the HDD. ******************************************************************************* *...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    DaveSimmons: I have rolled back my OC settings to defaults, but as I recall the problem persisted. I may give it another go with the stock settings. I have reinstalled the OS a few times now, although not at stock speed. KIAMan: DRAM Voltage: [2.24] (Power monitor reads 2.36v – chip...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    Thread moved to http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2090135 I apologize for the inconvenience...
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    BugCheck 7E caused by dxgmms1.sys (Radeon HD 5770/10.6 drvr)

    While playing bfbc2, I have been encountering BSOD's with code 7E which originate from dxgmms1.sys. I suspect something is awry with my memory, and I have replacements on order, but I was curious if others looking at the bugcheck analysis come to the same conclusion: "ERROR_CODE: (NTSTATUS)...
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    Why does my Auztentech X-Fi Prelude sound like crap?

    My setup sounds BEAUTIFUL now thanks to the good people over at avsforum.com It's all in the settings and wiring. ~Pacal
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    Why does my Auztentech X-Fi Prelude sound like crap?

    Here's a reference to a very in depth and expert opinion on integrating and tuning the Auzentech Prelude to put out unlike any other: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=897556
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    Why does my Auztentech X-Fi Prelude sound like crap?

    So from what I've read, using the SPDIF bypasses the internal DAC and filters which is in essence what your paying for when you buy a sound card. So my question then is... Is there a way to interface my receiver with the sound-card via the analog jacks? I would need to interface the...
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    Why does my Auztentech X-Fi Prelude sound like crap?

    What were your system specs, speaker setup and interface, along with your type of use (music, gamer, home theater) ?
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    Why does my Auztentech X-Fi Prelude sound like crap?

    I have an older Harmon/Kardon AVR 35 receiver hooked up to a 5.1 JBL SRS. From my computer, I'm using the optical cable provided to interface the receiver. I had to enable the DDL encoding on the Prelude before anything was audible. I was having the hardest time getting the Coaxial and Optical...
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    Integrated ICH9R Raid Array w/3-Drives

    Thank you MerlinRML, That information was invaluable. Ideally I'd like to get all my drives out of the chassis and locked tight in an external array with only the memory or some solid-state storage for local access/caching. ~Pacal
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    Request4Deletion: Docs on Vista's new File Hierarchy

    I found it, but saw no means to delete my own post. ~Pacal
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    Integrated ICH9R Raid Array w/3-Drives

    Greetings, I have a 3-Drives presently and they run off the integrated ICH9Raid Controller as of present. I am attempting to pin-down the best performance configuration for my system and my experience with complex raid arrays and the associated benefits are brief. The Intel Matrix Storage...
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    Your Essential Software

    Big thanks to those of you who decided to participate. I find this kind of information hugely valuable when evaluating the productive worth of certain software choices. There are a lot of options out there, and knowing your role as a computer user and software choices is very insightful...
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    Your Essential Software

    Role: Power-user / Web Developer (In no particular order...) OS: Windows Vista 64-bit Backup/Restoration: Acronis True Image Multimedia: Adobe Creative Suite CS3 Audio & Related: N/A Video & Related: N/A P2P: BitTorrent CD/DVD Emulator: DaemonTools Lite Encryption: PGP Desktop...
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    Your Essential Software

    Tell us what software you use and rely on along with your role as a computer user whether it be a gamer, entertainment, programmer (include type), web designer / graphics artist, power-user, or otherwise. Please keep your lists succinct, and descriptions or reasons why are unnecessary...
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    ? Best Wireless Keyboard & Mouse for HTPC ?

    I bought the Logitech MX 5500 Revolution Keyboard and Mouse using Bluetooth technology on a new build, without an os, and I can't get the thing to connect. Are there better wireless options out there that people have some first-hand experience with? Looking forward to hearing those suggestions...
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    Searching for a 5x2 90Deg. Terminal Block

    Thanks PottedMeat!!! That helped a lot! I miscounted the pins, its actually a 5x2 configuration and I linked the part below should anyone have similar issues. http://search.digikey.com/scri...l?Detail?name=S5519-ND
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    Searching for a 5x2 90Deg. Terminal Block

    http://www.virtual-hideout.net..._P5B_Deluxe/asus19.jpg Like those, only in a right angle and with a 5x2 interface.
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    Searching for a 5x2 90Deg. Terminal Block

    Has anyone come across a reliable or well stocked vendor who carries a 5x2 90Deg Terminal Block? I'm trying to squeeze in a audio interface jacks from the chassis to my sound card and its a tight fit with the neighboring GPU. Thanks in advance!
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    Need a HSF <150mm in Height that still Performs

    Both look very attractive, but it looks like Thermalright has a better track record of product success without so much marketing asistance. Thank you!
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    Need a HSF <150mm in Height that still Performs

    I'm having a hard time sorting through all the HSF units out there. I bought the Tuniq Tower 120, but at 150mm tall I can't get her to fit and seal in the Lian Li PC-C32B htpc chassis. I was just going to dig up some roundup reviews, but I couldn't pin a low profile (120mm max in height) HSF...
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    Delusions of SLI Grandeur

    This may be a topic that's been beaten to death, and im sorry if this discussion is rehashing the story; but I only catch bits and pieces of what's going on. Its hard to get past all the marketing when the last mobo you saw was an asus a7v333. RebateMonger sumed up my diatribe perfectly...
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    PSU Calculators

    Discussion continued here... http://forums.anandtech.com/me...=2145022&enterthread=y
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    Delusions of SLI Grandeur

    If GPUs are to follow the same trends as CPUs with multi-socket and eventual multi-core configurations, then isn't sli reallly just a waste of money? AMD/ATI are already showing off dual gpu cards, and it seems inevitable that nvidia will do the same. With that kind of potential horsepower...
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    PSU Calculators

    tell me more about performance enhancig options. I had looked into the Areca 1231ML at one point but it seemed like a lot of money at 775.00. I wonder what the performance difference looks like, marvell versus areca 1231ml.
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    PSU Calculators

    LoL All very good points... I suppose then I will go with the Antec's TruePower Quattro 1kW PSU. I thought my HTPC chassis had a dwarfed size PSU cage so I was shopping for something quiet and compact, but it turns out the cage is actually rather generous in size with 3in. (depth) to spare on...
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    PSU Calculators

    mpilchfamily, Well for the price an Antec TruePower Quattro 1kW makes for a nice substitute but if my actual draw is closer to 650W, it seems like overkill. Are we *really* expecting GPU's and CPU's to tap a 1kW in the next 6mo-1year ?
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    PSU Calculators

    According to the PSU Calculator over at http://www.extreme.outervision.com/, a computer with 5x1TB Drives, Quad Core CPU, High-End Desktop Motherboard, 3 Video Cards (SLI) and Sound Card only amount to ~650Watts. Can this really be accurate? Sharp AQUOS 42" 1080p LCD LC-42D64U SeaSonic M12...
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    Home-Theater Workstation - Final Revision

    DSF I need a PSU that will accomodate this system in full spread, meaning: 6-8 1TB Hard Drives 2 Optical Drives 2 Power Hungry GPU's Quad-Core CPU What would you estimate is a more appropriate wattage for this kind of setup? When I use the various PSU calculators out there, I get...
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    Home-Theater Workstation - Final Revision

    I've probably posted these system specs enough times now that I should be able to make a confident purchase; but there are a couple questions I'd like to finalize. H T W S v 2 . 0 Sharp AQUOS 42" LC-42D64U LCD Lian Li PC-C32-B Case Seasonic M12 SS-700HM 700W PSU Asus Maximus Formula...
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    Home-Theater Workstation (HTWS)

    I won't be making my puchase until the Lian Li PC-C32B and LG GGW/C-H20L are released, which should all happen in the next week or two. So it'll be interesting to see how this build evolves over the course of these two weeks admist so many anticipated product releases. ~Pacal
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    Home-Theater Workstation (HTWS)

    Have you fellas had a chance to read about the nVidia GeForce 8800 GT ? Looks like a nice alternative to the 8800GTX and ATI alternatives. AnandTech Review http://www.anandtech.com/video/showdoc.aspx?i=3140&p=1 Newegg (Just one example of a 8800GT out there)...
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    Home-Theater Workstation (HTWS)

    jkresh, So I can go with MSI's 8800Ultra without undercutting the capabilities of my 42" LCD ? ~Pacal
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    Home-Theater Workstation (HTWS)

    Slugbait and heyheybooboo, I want to thank you two for stopping by and taking the time to elaborate on these matters!!! You saved me many hundreds of dollars. Here's my strategy then, based on the generous help of those of you who contributed here. Sharp AQUOS 42" LC-42D64U LCD $1623...