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    File Server Plans - Suggestions?

    Alright, when I get around to building a new desktop I'm also going to build a RAID 5 file server (1.5TB + parity) for my important files/future considerations. Here is what I'm proposing: Plan #1 (Current/new parts) This calls for a few new parts plus parts from my current system when I...
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    New Northbridge cooler...

    Hello gents. I've been going on a computer cooling kick as of late and I feel that my stock NF7-S 2.0 Northbridge cooler just isn't cutting the mustard anymore. Consequently, I've begun looking for new solutions. First contender: Swiftech MCX159-A This one looks quite badass. I've read a few...
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    Overclocking restart? Help requested!

    Hello fellows. I have the following configuration running currently. 2500+ @ 200x11 2x512MB Corsair XMS PC3200 in dual channel mode (2-3-3-5) Abit NF7-S 2.0 w/latest BIOS (I can't recall the version number offhand, but I just updated it a few days ago) Right now the CPU is very cool, normally...
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    WD 120GB SATA RAID 0 question

    I've ordered 2x Western Digital 120GB SATA drives and I had a question regarding setting them up in a RAID 0 configuration. I normally work with smaller files, but might occasionally do some video editing/sound editing. What would be the best cluster/stripe size for this type of configuration...
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    Power supply mod, fit case?

    I'm looking to buy this for this case. It's going to add 1/4" to the width of the power supply, and I'm not sure if it'll fit. Anyone use this with a similar case?
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    DVD-ROM not functioning fully

    My MSI 16x DVD-ROM does not function correctly. First, it didn't recognize anything I inserted. Then I proceeded to flash it to the 1.16 version firmware, which enabled it to read DVD's and some CD's, but very few. It was more hit-or-miss. Then, when I reformatted my rig after my RMA's came...
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    Computer lock program

    What is the best software (preferrably freeware, but doesn't have to be) to lock my computer? I have a roommate that I don't entirely trust.
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    KVM Switch question

    I'm going to purchase a 2-port KVM switch in order to use both of my systems here at college. One will be on a DC++ hub 24/7, and the rig in my sig will be my primary computer. Now, I want to use a dual display setup with my 9800 Pro, but have the secondary monitor connected to the KVM to...
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    Last minute advice before I RMA

    Alright, basically I'd appreciate it if I could get some last minute advice on my situation before I go ahead and RMA my WD800JB. I believe the drive to be dead. Performance slowed to a crawl the last few days, and now the drive will fail to initialize. All I am greeted with is a lovely...
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    Cable management question

    Alright folks, I'm going to order my final mod supplies in order to get everything ready before the end of the month when I leave for college. I'm not quite sure what I'd like to do with my cables just yet. These are the two products that I'm considering. What are some of the benefits of...
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    Directly connecting Windows XP computers

    Hello folks. I am a complete networking n00b in need of some help. I just pieced together my new system, and I want to transfer my files over from my old setup by some other means than CDRW, as it is terribly time consuming. Could someone show me, step by step, how to connect directly using...
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    New case, mod advice requested

    Alright, this is my .new beauty. They're everywhere, so I'm sure a good deal of you folks have experience with one. First thing to go will be those godawful lavender fan mounts. What would be the best type of paint to use on them? I know krylon has a new plastics spray paint, that sounds...
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    Case: what length IDE needed?

    I'm looking to purchase this case. I'm sure that many folks here have it or something like it. I'm looking to place my dvd-rom and cd-rw drives in the top two 5.25" bays. What length IDE cable would I need to do so? Right now, I'm leaning towards 24" but I'd also like to minimize clutter...
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    Storage questions

    Alright, with my new setup, I'm currently looking to purchase 2 80GB WD SE drives, 2 Galaxy Tech SATA adapters, and use my 30GB Maxtor as a backup drive since the 2 WD will be run in RAID-0. However, I'd like some opinions on this. Does anyone use SATA adapters, and how reliable are they...
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    Problem With Unreal 2 (Hardware/software related)

    Well, this question would go in another section, but to be honest I'm at a loss as to which piece of hardware is to blame. My brother's computer has a very strange result to running Unreal 2. Here are some specs on the computer to start off. Hardware MSI KT3 Ultra (VIA KT333) 256MB OCZ PC2700...
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    9000 Pro, 9100, or 8500?

    My friend isn't a big game player, she mostly plays games like Dark Age of Camelot. Right now, I feel really bad for her because she has a pretty nice Dell, but a Rage 128. In search of a cheap solution, I have narrowed it to these products. Which would you recommend? Keep in mind that I'd...
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    Proposed System

    A7N8X Deluxe Athlon XP 2100+ (B) 2x256 Corsair XMS PC3200 2x WD800JB 80GB 8MB cache Lite-on CDRW (48x or 52x) Lite-on 16x DVD VANTEC AeroFlow VA4-C7040 Logitech Z-640 Speakers Viewsonic G90F 19" CRT Monitor Chieftec Case w/450W PSU Radeon 9800 Pro Black floppy drive Possible LED fans, cold...