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    Where'd all my FSX Icons Go in Windows Vista?

    I just recently built a new machine and installed Windows Vista Home Premium. After Vista was installed and running, first thing I did was switch to a Windows Classic setup - not sure if that has anything to do with my issue or not. Being a flight sim nut I installed Microsoft Flight...
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    Help! PC Won't Post

    My PC: ASUS A8N5X R1.00 AMD Socket 939 Athlon64 3800+ X2 Rosewill 400W PSU GeForce 6600 256MB PCI-E 4x512MB (2GB) Corsair Value Select DDR400 Two hard drives, two DVD-RW drives I have tried swapping memory in different slots, one at a time, two at a time, etc. I tried a different PSU...
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    Internet Explorer Hangs When New Window Opened

    I am using Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 (IE7). Frequently when I open a window, it hangs for about ten seconds before I can enter a URL or any text input. Otherwise it works perfetly fine. Please don't tell me to use Firefox or some other browser as I have my reasons for using IE7. Thanks...
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    Help! - Dell 2407WFP and eVGA 7950 GT can't get 1440x900 resolution

    Not sure if this is a hardware issue with monitor or video card, driver issue, or other? I basically want to display 1440x900 resolution on my Dell 2407WFP (1920x1200 native) and am using an eVGA 7950 GT 512MB PCI-E video card. I tried to create a custom resolution but it says it can't do it...
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    Windows XP SP3?

    Now that Vista is released, is Microsoft going to release a Windows XP SP3? It would be nice to have a single "wrap-up" package with all updates, even including IE7 and WMP11.
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    Security Camera Suggestions?

    Since I have finished my basement, we spend quite a bit of leisure time there (big screen TV, XBOX 360, PC). It is always a pain in the butt wondering when someone is showing up at the front door. I am looking for an inexpensive surveillance or security camera that I can route either to my PC...
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    Windows XP Screen Saver won't start

    Just recently, my screen saver won't activate in Windows XP. I have it set up for screen saver, then monitor shutoff a little while later, but neither happen. Anyone know how I might go about troubleshooting and fix it?
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    Laptop recommendation under $1000US

    I'm in the market for a laptop under $1000US. I want to do basic internet, email, word processing, but also would like to play some games. I know I won't be able to play Battlefield 2 or Oblivion but want half way decent 3D video capability (but BF2 would be nice). I don't care for super light...
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    System Not Booting with Video Driver Install

    I have a Shuttle SN41G2 v2 that I use moderately, mainly as a server and secondary game PC. I have a 6800 XT 256MB AGP 8x graphics card and a Voodoo 4500 PCI graphics card installed for backwards compatability with a Win98 dual boot for older Glide games. I disabled the Vodooo 4500 in control...
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    Laptop Hard Drive - Life Expectancy?

    I have had a Sony Vaio Laptop (PCG-FXA53: AthlonXP 1500+, ATI Mobility-M 8MB Graphics, 512MB RAM, 30GB 4200RPM HDD) for about five years now. In that time, I had the LCD serviced (under warranty thank goodness) since it failed. It used to get fairly regular use when my wife was getting her...
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    Transferring Laptop HD Data to New Drive

    I have an aging Sony Vaio (PCG-FXA53) laptop. It has a 4200RPM 30GB HD. It gets minor use, and mainly for desktop work. However, I am afraid of a hard drive failure at some point and want to swap out the drive. I have a disk image of the drive with a clean install (with WinXP SP2 + Office + all...
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    Internet Explorer 7 Toolbar

    Question about Internet Explorer 7 that I recently installed. The "home" button has moved to an inconvenient location. I prefer it where it used to be next to the URL box. Anyone know how to change that? Why don't they at least offer an option to place these things in a location for people that...
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    Boot From Multiple Hard Drives???

    I would like to have two hard drives in my PC, both with Windows XP. One will be used for work activities, while the other for gaming. I want to keep them separate. What is the best way to manage booting from one disk or another? Is there any decent yet simple software to let you manage such...
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    3.5" Drive Bay Cooler

    Anyone know of a system or drive cooler that will fit in a 3.5" drive bay? I'm asking for 3.5" drive bay because I have a SFF system and only have a 3.5" bay available. Thanks!
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    Where to Get Thermal Tape? Or Zalman VF900 Heatsinks?

    I recently purchased an eVGA 7900 GT KO SC video card. It was running quite hot, so I decided to buy a Zalman VF900 and that seemed to help a lot (Runs at mid 60C compared with mid 90C!) Unfortunately I find out that these cards are having all sorts of issues, mine included, and had to RMA...
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    Onboard Realtek ALC882 Audio Issues

    I recently got a Shuttle SN27P2 SFF PC and am trying to get it up and running. So far so good except when I go to play Battlefield 2, if EAX is enabled (in BF2) then all the sounds are super amplified. If I disable EAX then all sounds good, except many of the sounds are broken up. Verbal...
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    Looking for Good KVM DVI USB Switch 2-Port

    Wondering if anyone can recommend a good 2-Port DVI USB KVM Switch? I have been using a DVI/PS2 switch for about three years now, and it just died on me. Video would come in intermittently, mouse wouldn't work always, etc. Up until now, it was working perfectly. Of course I would like to...
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    When will AMD 5000+ AMD AM2 CPU's be for sale?

    Just wondering if AMD has announced when the 5000+ X2 AM2 CPU will be available for sale. I saw the document showing it for sale on July 24 for just $404, but I don't even see it for sale now!
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    Best Software Video Converter?

    I am looking for a decent and inexpensive video converter to DVD. I would like to convert some AVI or WMV files to DVD format. I would also like to be able to convert it to MP4 format for my iPod as well. What is the best software for that? I am considering Xilisoft, but it seems that I have to...
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    Selling my Shuttle SN95G5... Loaded!

    Since I updated to the Shuttle SN21G5, I am selling my SN95G5 fully loaded on eBay. Just thought I'd let you guys here know. If you bid and win, just mention Sudhian and I will give you free shipping since everyone here is always so helpful...
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    nVidia nForce 410 Overclock Limitation?

    I recently "upgraded" my Shuttle SN95G5 small form factor for the Shuttle SN21G5 so I could have PCI-Express capability. In my SN95G5 I was running my Opteron 175 @ 2.7GHz @ 1.55v, 2.6GHz @ 1.45v, 2.4GHz @ 1.35v (stock) with no issue. Stock speed is 2.2GHz for the record. Since I updated...
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    D-Link Router Issues with Wireless

    A friend of mine recently got a D-Link DI-634M Router and a D-Link AirPlus DWL-G630 PCMCIA adapter. He says his computers when wired directly to the router all is good. But when he runs his laptop wirelessly, he can get on the internet, but can't access the network. What can he try to do to...
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    Epoxy or Adhesive Safe for Motherboard?

    Is there an epoxy or adhesive that is waterproof and safe for use on motherboards, i.e. non-conductive. Thanks.
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    Motherboard / Case Switches and Wires

    I was wondering where would be the best place to get the connectors, wires, and switches that connect to the motherboard main header that controls the switching of power, reset, and LED's. I am doing my own mod, and need these wires, switches, and LED's. It would be nice if they came in a kit...
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    Goof Off and Motherboards

    Will the sticky removal stuff "Goof Off" harm a motherboard? If not, what can I use? I am wanting to remove a few labels off a motherboard. I don't care to keep the label in good shape, but just want it off the mobo, and all the glue too. Thanks.
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    D-Link DNS-120 - Use for Printers???

    I am interested in sharing a printer on my home network. I have one multi-function printer that has built-in networking, but it is a cheap inkjet that is slow, and would prefer to put my laser jet on the network without the need for leaving one of my PCs on all the time. I have stuck with...
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    Vista vista vista

    I haven't paid a whole lot of attention to Vista since it keeps getting delayed, and don't plan on updating to it right away. I've learned my lesson with previous Windows versions. The most stable were Windows98SE and Windows XP SP2, which of course is indicative of the extensive patching...
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    Shuttle SN21G5 - Overclocking

    Just bought an SN21G5 to replace my SN95G5 since I wanted a PCI-Express video card. I previously had no issue running my Opteron 175 overclocked in my SN95G5 to 2.64GHz, with a slight voltage bump. Now that I am running my SN21G5, it will not overclock. I can get it to 2.42GHz, and with no...
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    Shuttle SN21G5 - Overclocking

    Just bought an SN21G5 to replace my SN95G5 since I wanted a PCI-Express video card. I previously had no issue running my Opteron 175 overclocked in my SN95G5 to 2.64GHz, with a slight voltage bump. Now that I am running my SN21G5, it will not overclock. I can get it to 2.42GHz, and with no...
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    SATA External Connection

    Is there a PCI card or other device that offers front port mounted SATA connectors along with power for the drive? While I am not a PC expert, I do have enough skill that friends and family are always looking for assistance, and I find I am frequently hooking up a hard drive to my PC to check...
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    Is there really a difference between say an X800 XT and GeForce 7900GT or X1900XT?

    Just wondering if there is a noticeable performanc difference between the X800 XT AGP and the new PCI-E GeForce 7900GT or X1900XT??? I ask because I like my system and it has pretty powerful components but it is AGP. I don't want to take the leap to buy a new mobo if there isn't really...
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    Recommendation for DVI USB KVM Switch?

    Can anyone recommend a DVI USB 2-Port KVM Switch? I have a DVI with PS/2 switch, but am interested in some of the newer USB keyboards, in particular the Saitek Eclipse which is USB only. I tried a Belkin one a year or two ago, and it didn't like anything other than a standard USB keyboard, so...
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    CPU-Z Voltage Trustworthy?

    Is the CPU-Z Voltage displayed accurate? I mean it takes it to the nearest thousandth. I am asking because I need to set my voltage to 1.50V in my BIOS to get 11x240 = 2.64 GHz on my Opteron 175 (standard is 2.20 GHz). I just don't want to bump my voltage too high. If it is truly at about...
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    Wireless Gaming Adapters

    I was just curious about wireless gaming adapters. While I am interested in using it for my XBOX, I am more intrested in using it for my PC as well. Is there any reason why I coudn't use a wireless router to connect to my existing wireless router attached to my cable modem/lan? This way I...
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    Video Card Slot for Notebooks?

    I was just wondering if there has been any serious consideration about making a notebook video card expansion form factor to allow for expansion video cards in notebook PC's. I know that the power requirements are the biggest concern with notebooks, so obviously a stock GeForce 7800GTX wouldn't...
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    Looking for new Socket A mobo

    I have an Abit NF7S v2 mobo. I think my onboard ethernet is acting flakey. I get frequent "A network cable is disconnected" frequently in windows, and the northbridge fan is groaning like its gonna die any time soon even after a thorough cleaning. I also get infrequent hangups, even after a...
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    Max Voltage for Opteron 175?

    So far I have been able to stably run my Shuttle SN95G5 with an Opteron 175 @ 2.7 GHz (actually 2.69) but had to bump the voltage to 1.525. Is there any danger in doing this? I had to bump my HTT from 5x down to 4x (but 4x times 245 FSB = 980) and my memory is now 192MHz. Speaking of which...
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    Disable AGP in Windows 98?

    I have a Shuttle small form factor PC, the SN41G2 V2. I have a dual boot configuration for Win98SE and WinXP SP2. That works all fine and dandy. Except that in Windows 98 SE I want to only use my PCI Voodoo 4 card to play older Glide-only games that are fickle with Windows XP. In Windows...
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    Hard Drive Keeps Spinning?

    I have a WD Caviar 80GB SATA Hard Drive connected to my ABIT NF7-S motherboard. I am running Windows XP SP2. Many times lately, whenever I go to open internet explorer, windows explorer, or just opening a folder the hard drive spins/reads (HD light on) constantly. I have run McAfee virus scan...
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    ATI Catalyst 5.7 and DVI KVM Switch Issue

    I've been using a DVI/PS2 KVM switch for over a year now, without issue. Now that I've installed the Cat 5.7 drivers, whenever I switch between my one computer with a GeForce Ti4200 and my ATI Radeon X800 XT PE (AGP), my ATI PC won't display. If I start my PC with my KVM switch set to my ATI PC...