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    CM V8 install on Asus M4A79XTD EVO

    On the CM V8's installation on a 79XTD EVO, do you have to remove the black plastic surrounds (located on the board) around the cpu to use the included AM3 mounts? Just want to make sure as the diagram on the instruction sheet is a little ambigous.
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    Installing RAID drivers for floppy-less ASUS M4A79XTD EVO

    I just bought an ASUS M4A79XTD EVO which doesn't come with a FDD header. I didn't know this when I bought the mobo. I usually use the FD to load RAID drivers for XP. I found this article http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=916196 saying that XP can only recognize select USB floppies that...
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    DDR2 v. DDR3

    I've started the process of shopping to upgrade my mobo and the choices have boiled down to whether they have DDR2 or DDR3 mem. What's the biggest difference b/w the two? In terms of upgradability for now and to the future I would think DDR3 would be the way to go.
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    AMD wattage

    I'm looking at this CPU HERE. IT says the thermal design power is 140W. Does this mean it draws 140W for normal operation? So then does it generate lots of heat? Would it be better to opt for CPUs with lower wattage?
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    Proper way to flash Asus A8n-E BIOS

    Just need to know what method worked for the majority of people. Need to flash my a8n-e to v.1013 I've read people having success using the windows utility and some bricking their mobo using this method or using the ASUS utility. USB or floppy? I can use both. So what is the best way to...
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    Best Striping Block for RAID 0?

    Which size striping block will give the best, speedier performance: 4K, 8K, 16K, 32K, 64K, or 128K?
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    Can I use a SATA300 HDD on a SATA150 slot?

    I have an Asus A8N-E mobo and currently using a SATA150 HDD. Can I add a SATA300 HDD and use one of the existing empty slots? If a slot is SATA300 can a SATA150 be used on it...and vice versa? SATA300 drive
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    7600GT XXX vs. 7900GT XXX - both XFX

    Check this out: 7600 GT XXX and the 7900 GT XXX. Here are the specs: 7600GT XXX........................7900GTXXX 590mhz...............................560mhz...................CORE CLOCK 1600...................................1650........................MEMORY CLOCK At the current...
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    OK Build is done...now what?

    I guess the next step would be to stress test it and do some diagnostics, etc. Where do I get these programs, i.e. memtest, prime, cpuz, etc. Any links out there and any tips on how to run them? AMD 4200+ G.Skill 2 x 1 GB DDR400 Asus A8N-E BFG 7900GT 2 x Maxtor 100GB SATA 1...
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    New build won't power up

    OK, got all the components hooked up: A8n-E mobo x2 4200 CDrom Floppy Seagate HD Ultra 500w PS ATI X300 This is set up outside the case and when I turned on the PS, only the green LED in the mobo lit up. All connections are good. What am I missing?
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    Processor came with HSF. Still need to use TIM?

    Just need to verify: The AMD 4200 came with a HSF and some gray crap is on the bottom. Is this the TIM or do I still need to use one in addition to this?
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    Deciding on graphics: ATI vs. Nvidia

    I came down to two options but need some input on deciding which one: x1800xt or BFG 7900 GT. Didn't find too many reviews on the ATI on Newegg. Would the ATI's 512MB make a whole lot of difference? I'm looking for mainly the most bang for the buck, stability, and performance...
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    Can I power up my mobo without a processor?

    OK I posted this in the motherboards forum and got no response. Hopefully there's a lot more warmer bodies in General Hardware. Got the mobo, processor is coming 2 days later. I have all the components but just want to test and power up the mobo. Can I do this without a processor installed?
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    New Asus A8N-E....?'s on setting it up

    My A8N-E came today before the processor did, so I can't wait to set it up. Can I update all the BIOS, set up the RAID, and all other options without installing the processor yet? Can I power it up without a processor installed?
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    Which memory to use for Asus A8N-E?

    I'm thinking about these two to get for the A8N-E. I've read everywhere here that ValueSelect may be the best choice isntead of getting the other expensive RAM out there. Corsair 2GB VALUESELECT Corsair website says this one is compatible with the A8N, but don't know how it is compared...
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    Where to buy the mobo?

    I'm about to get the Asus A8N-e. Both NewEgg and ZipoZoom have it for about teh same price, but ZipZoom has free second day. Haven't ordered from Zipzoom before. How are they on returns? Customer Service? I've ordered once from NewEgg and the item came with no problems, but haven't...
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    How is this mobo-CPU combo? Analysis needed pls.

    I'm torn between these two mobos Asus A85NX and Biostar TForce4. The good thing for the Biostar is I can get the 4400+ for a combo price of $428. So I think that's a plus money wise. This is my first build so I'm pretty much going by reviews on the 'Egg and by reading the forums here...