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    q9450 release date ?

    hehe. I keep doing the same thing.
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    q9450 release date ?

    Hi All, I was wondering if anybody knew when the Q9450 would be released? I thought it was Mar 15. Any leads? Tx in advance
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    Is PS3 a good blu-ray player/

    Hi All, I am primarily in the market for a blu-ray player. But looks like decent ones cost $550.00 plus. But my thinking was that for the cost of a PS3, I can get two things in one transaction. A gaming platform and a blu-ray player. I did try going through different threads. But didnt...
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    to build my next rig

    looks like cooling is a whole another chapter or learning process. I think I will just get running with the siggestions/leads I have received so far. Hopefully in about 2-3 months, I will enough basic knowledge to start working on the liquid/water cooling system. Thnka you for really great leads...
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    to build my next rig

    curious: any leads on whats a good <$300/$350 watercooling products? I was reading up on the Zalman Reseator 2 from guru3d http://www.guru3d.com/article/content/393/14
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    Has anybody tried the vapochill from asetek

    Thoughts on this product from asetek http://www2.asetek.com/default...entSection=2&menuID=-1
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    to build my next rig

    tx guys. I think I will get the 3870X2 for my video card. Tx for the tips on the PSU. I think I will get a new one. I will like to keep the Penryn upgrade in mind while getting ram. (This is the only piece I am still reading up on)
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    to build my next rig

    Will the 3870 X2 work well on my Abit Pro?
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    to build my next rig

    I am half way through the list. here is what I have narrowed thinsg down to. Os = Vista 32/64 haven't decided which one yet 1. CPU = Q6600 (hoping to OC to 3.6. Can it be clocked more? I mean, keeping stability in mind?) 2. Abit IP35 Pro mobo 3. 8800 Ultra video Card 4. Hoping to use...
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    to build my next rig

    Most of you have answered similar questions in hundreds of other threads. But would definitely like to tap into this immense knowledgebase to build my next rig. 1. What will YOUR PC be used for. Gaming, Web Development/Design, Internet activities, some or little video encoding 2. What...
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    good dual core to oc & a good quad core to oc

    Here is another question: Say I go with a Q6600 and plan to over clock it, whats the best mobo I can get to maximize things Two things that a friend suggested that I keep in mind. 1. "Whatever board you get make sure your board has an R at the end of the ICH for example ICH9R" 2. "Are...
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    good dual core to oc & a good quad core to oc

    I have a budget of $1500 to $2000 to build my rig. Initially I thought that I will get one of the high end OC processors that are at $1100.00 But that was just going to throw my whole budget off by another $1000.00 Thats the reason, why I decided to research each area and find a place...
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    good dual core to oc & a good quad core to oc

    I think CS3 has a some kind of a patch that can make it useful for quad core. But I think that UT 3 is not quad core. Another tough question: What is the life of a E8400 or Q6600 if I over clock it? OverClock it to say reasonable levels? atleast 2 yrs?
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    good dual core to oc & a good quad core to oc

    Tx guys, After reading through the first link, I realized that they are two different beasts. I would primarily use my PC to: 1. Play games (Crysis, UT3, Guildwars etc) 2. Browse web and do a lot of web development(php/.net/coldfusion) 3. Use tools like CS3 appl list, 3. Once in a...
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    good dual core to oc & a good quad core to oc

    Hi All, I am just beginning to understand the concept of over clocking. What is a good Intel dual core to overClock and at the same time, what is a good quad core to over clock? (as of today) How high can either of these be pushed safely? General Knowledge Question: a) Why should I...
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    essential hdtv equipment

    Tx Guys. Some of the info you have shared are eye openers. If I say that I have a $150-$200 budget for a surge protector/supply etc, what are the products I should start looking at?
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    How to reset/set the region code of a dvd player to zero

    Tx guys for the leads. cubby1223, The firmware update seemed to have fixed it
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    How to reset/set the region code of a dvd player to zero

    Hi All, I have Sony DVD RW DRU-710A. I recently bought a Japanese anime dvd. I am able to play the dvd on my friends comp, but I cant do it on my home pc(Vista). The firmware version is BYX3. Can somebody point me to a solution/patch or hack? Tx in advance
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    essential hdtv equipment

    MustIso, when yo say "If the TV has a QAM tuner you can get unencrypted HD signals from your current cable line. " The spec of the TV says it has QAM tuner. Is there something I need to do to activate this? I have regular comcast at hme(just digital). Are the signals being distorted by...
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    essential hdtv equipment

    Hi All, I just bought a Toshiba Regza 40'' super narrow lcd tv. (http://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-...-Narrow/dp/B000W3JHJK) Though bought it from beachCamera($1339.00) I am a total newb when it comes to HD Tv I realized that I now need a: 1. comcast HD box 2. some kind of a surge...
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    a good 500g external hard drive

    Hi All, I am looking for good 500g external hard drive. Can you suggest some good ones that are robust and does not have any of the typical usb/firewire issues. Tx in advance
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    where can I find the cisco vpn vista installer?

    Hi, I am trying to find a cisco vpn software for Vista. I think it is still in beta. A while back I was able to download it from cisco website as a guest user. Now they have locked out guest users. Was wondering if any could point me to an installer. Tried googling around. Some...
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    Cleaning registry

    Thank you all for the suggestions. much appreciated
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    Cleaning registry

    Hi, I am running vista for the last few months. I have installed/un-installed programs number of times. I have tweaked my start up using msconfig. But will using any reg cleaners 1. improve my startup time ? 2. improve performance ? If yes, what programs/apps is worth looking into...
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    docking station

    Hi All, I just got a new Inspiron 1521 from Dell. Was wondering if you knew of a good docking station for it? Anything thats value for money. Tx in advance
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    usb transfer is really slow

    I have a MSI K8 Neo2 (Nvidia nForce 3 Ultra chipset). Its a socket 939. Looks like they havent updated the drivers for Vista. I even went to nvidia's website. Any place else I can try or can I try doing something else?
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    usb transfer is really slow

    I recently upgraded my machine from XP to Vista. Its an AMD FX 55 machine with about 2g ram and has an MSI K8 motherboard (socket 939) Since my upgrade I see that the rate of transfer of files from usb to my machine and vice versa is very slow. When I do a file transfer, I see it in a range...
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    a good 4 port switch?

    sorry about that. Yes, I am looking for a KVM switch
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    a good 4 port switch?

    Hey Guys, Can you recommend a good 4-port (edit) KVMswitch? I don't mind paying an extra $ as long as its good. Should be usb 2.0 compatible. About 6 months back I bought a 2 port switch from "Trend Micro" for $20.00 and it would not display my second moniter clearly. It showed some kinda...
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    readyBoost Vista question

    Hi All, I installed vista ultimate on my 2 yr old machine. Its a AMD FX 55, 2G Ram, 250 G hardDrive with a 6800 Ultra video card. (I am hoping to upgrade my system in Dec 2007) I think I have a score of 4.1 on my machine(vista readiness) After using Vista for 24 hrs, I realize...
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    PCI / PCI Express question

    was outta town. Thank you guys for the suggestions. It makes sense to rebuild things from scratch. dyna
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    PCI / PCI Express question

    I built a computer about 2 yrs back. It has a 480Watt Antec PSU, K8Neo 2 (socket 939 motherboard), AMD FX55 cpu, nvidia 6800 ultra video card(agp) and 2gig ram. Ideally, I would have like to upgrade my motherboad, cpu and the graphics card. But dont have the $$ now. So I was thinking of...
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    Why aren't there any durable PC gaming headset/mics?

    I have been using a Sennheiser mic now for the past 2 years. I am play a lot of UT2004 and Guildwars. 80% of the time I am on vent or on team speak. This piece has always been good. Personally this is one of the best that is out there. Its a bit expensive though. I bought this for $150.00, its...
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    a good dvd combo burner

    Hi All, I am in the market for a really good dvd burner. My sony dru-710a konked after about 2 yrs. Are these any good? Plextor PX - 760A Nec ND - 4550A LiteOn SHM 165p65 BenQ DW - 1655 Not planning to buy any blu-ray stuff. Budget upto $125.00 If the really good ones are expensive...
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    Software to convert avi or mpg to a dvd

    thank you for these valuable leads. some of you even wrote some step by step process. TX
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    Software to convert avi or mpg to a dvd

    Hi All, What is a good software to convert(avi, mpg) say any video file to a DVD. I want the burnt DVD to play on my TV DVD or my PC. I want a software that will burn a dvd irrespective of the video file format. These video files can be download movies(anime) or from my digital...
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    good multi function printer for home?

    wow, Tx for opening up my mind into the factors that go into getting a product. I would like to have the printer print good quailty color photos.. Also dont want a cartridge guzzler. Does this help me in narrow down options? Arent there newer products that do some justice?
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    good multi function printer for home?

    Hi All, I am looking for a good multi function printer. Two primary requirements being: 1. Produce great quality prints 2. Speed of printing. Not keen on any fancy stuff like blootooth etc Budget about $300. tx in adavnce
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    LCD for gaming

    here is great "lcd buyers guide". This guide helped me buy mine. I think the two maina things you would wanna ask yourself is "What is my budget" and "what would it be primarily used for" . lcd buyers guide good luck
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    how to calculate the power consumption of my rig?

    Hi All, About a year back, I built a rig. Basic spec: AMD FX 55 nvidia v9999 ultta vid card 2 gig ram amd about 250 gig hard drive. The case has three fans. The PSU used is a ANTEC 480 watts. On an average it's up for about 4- 5hrs with about 1hr gaming included. How can I find...