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    Laptop to desktop?

    It IS a KVM...........it says "KVM switch" right on the package. It's a KVM switch made by Belkin. And I got my older-than-a-year Flip replaced FREE by Belkin when my original Flip wouldn't work on my new laptop! (Ms.) Dana Joan
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    Laptop to desktop?

    Got my new Flip today - it is AWESOME!!! With a press of a button, I can switch from my desktop to my laptop - then back to my desktop - then back to my laptop!! WOW!! I'll tell you one thing: Belkin was wonderful!! When my keyboard wasn't recognized, they said they would send me a new...
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    Laptop to desktop?

    Thanks! I loved the Flip - until I got a new laptop. But - I've been on the phone with Belkin - and with no questions asked, they are replacing my whole unit! I will wait until it comes and hope that it will work! I have a really old keyboard - but I'm so used to it, I don't want to get...
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    Laptop to desktop?

    I have a laptop - and a desktop computer. My desktop computer has a 21" monitor - and a really nice keyboard. I dislike working on a laptop with a funky keyboard and a small screen - so I'm looking for a switch of some kind that I can set up so when I turn a switch, I can work from my laptop -...
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    Compatible components

    Oh! Thanks! Shows what little I know...... :)
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    Compatible components

    QuiksilverX1: Would this work in the Intel 975 mobo? I'd prefer faster RAM: pc2 6400
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    Video card for 975X ATX Intel motherboard

    If I get the Gigabyte 775 motherboard, it has on-board video. If I get the Intel 975X mobo (without on-board video), what video card would work with this mobo? This computer is for my daughter, she won't be gaming or oc'ing - but does A LOT of photos and videos.
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    Compatible components

    CalvinHobbes: Dell has THE WORSE tech support of all!! Besides - I wouldn't have a "store-bought" computer - I don't want proprietary junk and gobs of software loaded on my computers. My daughter has a 21" LCD monitor - and a keyboard - and a mouse. All she needs is a new CPU.......
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    Compatible components

    QuiksilverX1: I've been burned already - had two MSI mobos fail on me. BUT - since you recommend the Gigabyte - perhaps I'll go with it since it does have on-board graphics and the Intel doesn't. Can you recommend faster RAM? (Remember - I'm looking for quality - not "cheap.") I bought...
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    Compatible components

    Not looking for "cheapest" - looking for "best" - and I'd like fast RAM.
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    Compatible components

    Thanks QuiksilverX1 - this is JUST the kind of help I need - and I do all my buying at NewEgg! I DO want an Intel mobo, though, is the one you recommended Intel? (I'll go and look at it.) This computer is for my daughter - and hers just died! Unfortunately, she needs a new one - like...
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    Intel D975XBX2 Motherboard

    Anyone know if the Intel D975XBX2 motherboard has on-board video?
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    Compatible components

    I am buying the Core 2 Duo E6700 (ATX) processor (BX80557E6700) and the Intel Board (D975XBX2). What memory do I need to buy? (DDR2 buffered? unbuffered? etc.) What would be a good, compatible power supply for this processor/motherboard? Is there an AGP slot on this motherboard -...
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    LiteOn SATA DVD drives

    That's my problem! Apparently, the 16X has been discontinued (out of stock everywhere - and reviews on this one are excellent). A vendor wants to substitute the 20x - reviews at NewEgg aren't as good for this drive. What to do?? Buy the 20x?
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    External hard drives

    I'd like some opinions from folks regarding a reliable external USB hard drive for imaging my computer's internal hard drive. Would like something around 500 GB....are they as reliable as a smaller hard drive - or would a 250 be better? (I'd like to have 2-3 images at a time, on this external...
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    LiteOn SATA DVD drives

    Yes - I pretty much had compared the two - but being a "non-tech" person, I wasn't sure if these really were comparable. I guess the lower price reflects the "no Nero" - but it doesn't matter to me, I already have Nero. So - does that mean they are the same drive except one is faster?
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    LiteOn SATA DVD drives

    Apparently, LiteOn DVD drive (16x), Model # SH-16A7S-06 has been replaced by LiteOn DVD drive (20x), Model # LH-20A1S, see them here and here. Can anyone tell me if the 20x is identical to the 16x except faster? If one is replacing the other, I don't understand why one is an "SH" model - and...
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    Hard drive accessories

    CalvinHobbes: Yes - I'm sure the case has bays - I used this same case for my old computer (My computer tech has it right now - it's not here in my home). I thought I'd need SATA cables, so decided to buy these: SATA cable Is 2' too long? long enough? I don't have my mobo yet (it's...
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    Hard drive accessories

    I am purchasing two Raptor 150 GB 10,000 RPM hard drives - OEM. Can someone tell me exactly what else I will need to install these? (i.e., rails - type??, SATA cable - type?) Hyperlinks to specific products would be extremely helpful! (Purchasing these for my computer tech to install...
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    BUT - what about the future?? I am 71-years-old - and my lifespan is limited. I will be stopping working soon - so I won't have the $$$ in 5-6 years to buy a quad when everyone else will be buying eight cores (don't know the term for eight cores!! :D) If I get a duo core today - this...
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Thank you OrooOroo! When someone asks for assistance with a specific processor, I can not understand why numerous people try to convince that person they REALLY DON'T WANT THAT PROCESSOR - they REALLY SHOULD BUY THIS ONE........ I am buying a QUAD. Those of you who think it's a total...
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    jpeyton wrote: THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! This is exactly what I needed! Since I have a case (pretty big one) and a DVD burner, I can eliminate those two items from the list. I prefer to go with a 2GB RAM stick, then I can expand in the future. Will 2GB 4xWintec RAM work? N82E16820161677; 2...
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    Best Intel mo/bo for the QUAD processor??

    bob4432 wrote: It would STILL run, wouldn't it? Just that 3 cores sit and do nothing? And 3-4 years from now - then software would catch up, wouldn't it?
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Sorry!! But I'm not technologically-oriented enough to understand half of what you have said.:o My signature says it all........
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    Best Intel mo/bo for the QUAD processor??

    Really not looking to overclock - I think there will be enough power in the QUAD processor for what I will use it for.
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Ms Dawn wrote: Is the "975X" the same as the D975XBX2 (Intel) board? If so - that's what I was originally going to get. Do you say this because it would be more compatible - both mobo and processor being Intel?
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Tegeril wrote: THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Not me! I buy the components - and my computer guru builds it for me. Whenever there's a problem - he gets a call from me. He's on my payroll! :laugh: I use Dragon NaturallySpeaking Medical Solutions (sells for ~ $890.00) and I get 99% accuracy!! TRUST ME - it doesn't give you 99%...
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    Best Intel mo/bo for the QUAD processor??

    happy medium - that's EXACTLY right!! Stable and not requiring any maintenance.....
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    Best Intel mo/bo for the QUAD processor??

    I read this review at NewEgg on the Conroe (duo core): "Watch out for the ASUS motherboards on this one. I have tried 4 motherboards from the p5 series... sli deluxe, premium. Most of witch needed to have the bios flashed to the new versions to even post. Only one ever actually worked with...
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    Best Intel mo/bo for the QUAD processor??

    Anyone have an opinion on the best motherboard to purchase for the QUAD processor?
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Oooops! Sorry! I should have known to include that. I DO NOT game - only Free Cell and Solitare ;) I do run several programs at one time, and I maintain a medical malpractice database over the Internet (Citrix server). I use primarily Dragon NaturallySpeaking dictation software to...
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Budget? Pretty much whatever I want to spend. I firmly believe you get what you pay for - that's why I'm going with the QUAD processor! But, perhaps more important, is quality. I want products that are reliable - and give me what I pay for!! With a $978.00 processor and a $219.00 MOBO -...
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    QUAD PROCESSOR plus..... what else??

    Hi, everybody: I'm buying components for my computer tech to put together a new computer for me - probably my last one! (I'm a NON-technical grandma!!) I am going to buy the Intel QUAD processor - and the D975XBX2 Intel motherboard (I think this mobo will support the QUAD processor??)...