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    How to securely erase external USB drive

    I bought an external hard drive with a USB connection and I need to return it to the store. Before I do so, I would like to securely erase it (not just format). Is there a free program that will do this for me? Something like DBAN that will work with a USB only drive?
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    Saw nice looking monitor today HP w2338h at Best Buy...

    I was in Best Buy today and passed by an HP w2338h LCD that looked absolutely terrific. Granted I didn't have time to mess with it, but it looked great. I currently have a lowly 19" viewsonic vp191b that I like alot but it's kinda small these days. Can anyone tell me more about this HP and if...
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    Will GTX series fit in DFI LAN Party MB

    I'd like to buy a GTX 260, but I'm not sure if it will block the sata ports on my motherboard or not. I've looked in my case and at 10.5 inches, the card will be over the SATA ports but I don't know if I will still be able to plug something into them or not. Does anyone have this board that...
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    Network newbie requests help

    I'm completely new to networking and need some advice. I'm a cable internet user with one main pc and a laptop. Right now all I use is the cable modem and a line directly to my main desktop. I would like to add a wireless connection for my laptop (it has intel 4965agn) without hurting the...
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    What do I need in a laptop?

    I need some guidance for a laptop purchase in the next few months. I will be traveling all the time (airplane) and mostly want this laptop for use in my hotel room/coffee shops. I will have to take it out all the time for going through security, so I don't want it to be too big or heavy. I...
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    Upgrading 939 CPU, how to do it?

    Hey guys, I just bought an Opty 185 from Newegg (they are $222 now) and want to drop it into my DFI Ultra D motherboard and replace my San Diego 3700 which is currently OC to 2.7. What do I need to do to make that happen? What I can figure out so far is that I need a Dual Core Patch?? from AMD...
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    Easiest way to overclock 8800gts?

    It seems coolbits doesn't work anymore on the 97.92 drivers. What is the simplest way to overclock this 8800gts? Any help is appreciated.
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    Socket 939 upgrade to dual core....when to do it?

    Current System: AMD Athlon 3700 o/c to 2.6 2gb ram, DFI Ultra D MB I know that the conroes are cheap now and even the AM2s....but I'm hoping to get by for a little while with just a Cpu upgrade and in about 1.5 years or so change sockets. if I want to stay with my current ram and...
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    Stumped on Case choice...requirements listed

    I'd like to get a case and I have some specific requirements and desires. There are tons of choices out there and I'd like to draw from the experience here on this board. My Lanboy has been good ( a little loud) but I need to get a case with a door to keep my new son from pushing the buttons...
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    How Loud is AC Freezer Pro 64?

    Can anyone who has an Arctic Cooler Freezer Pro 64 let me know how loud it is? I realize this is subjective, but some people say it is quiet while the review at www.frostytech.com says it is ~50bda! I also want to ask if anyone has this up and running on an UltraD and Gskill ram...
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    PSU decision - request Enermax / Antec TPII owners inputs

    I had an Enermax 565 535w PSU in my original build. But my system powered down on me twice during bootup to windows so I suspected the PSU. I returned it locally and got an Antec True Power 2.0 550w EPSV. Here's the thing, the antec is rock solid as far as voltage, but the intake fan barely...
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    Memory for DFI Ultra D/3700

    I'd like to get an amd 3700 and do a mild overclock...something like 2.4/5. Rig is for gaming and stability is utmost concern. What is the best memory for this? I ordered the Corsair3200C2 from Newegg for the $119 deal but they cancelled it on me....now I need a memory suggestion. OCZ has...
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    Your thoughts on my new system

    Current Rig: Intel p4 2.53 northwood (stock) / epox 4g4a+ [dump] 2x512 Corsair XMS3200 C2 DDR [keep?] Antec 1080 AMG case w/480w Antec True P/S [keep] BFG 6800GTOCT AGP [upgrade to 7900GT] SB Audigy 1 [keep??] *Just bought from newegg 2X1gb 3200C2PT for $119 AR I'd like to put a system...
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    CRT Monitor Choices....help me decide

    I'm looking for a good 19" CRT mostly to play games with. I'm replacing an aging NEC Multisync FE991sb which has been fabulous but is now having flickering and image problems at the top and bottoms of the screen. I'm not going with LCD because I like to be able to change screen resolutions for...
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    Video card upgrade help

    Looking for some advice/help: I want to be able to play games in 1024x1280 with full details and maxed anti-aliasing/anti whatever filtering to get the best image quality. Here is my current rig: P4 2.53 Epox 4g4a+ mobo 512mb Corsair XMS 3200 (running at 2700 - can't get it higher with this...
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    Sony Trinitron Color Problem help requested :)

    Hello. As the title states, my 20" Sony GDM-2000TC Trinitron monitor is on the fritz. Here is the problem: It inexplicably gets a green or red tint all over and sometimes "BCF" flashes in the top right corner. When the BCF is flashing, it seems like the screen is trying to fix itself. Sometimes...
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    Sony Trinitron Color Problem help requested :)

    Hello. As the title states, my 20" Sony GDM-2000TC Trinitron monitor is on the fritz. Here is the problem: It inexplicably gets a green or red tint all over and sometimes "BCF" flashes in the top right corner. When the BCF is flashing, it seems like the screen is trying to fix itself...
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    please ignore

    I made a duplicate post by accident........ Is there a way to DELETE this? sorry...... :(
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    Price cuts...which cpu 2.4b or 2.53?? also, mobo???

    Hello everyone, I'm just about to upgrade my computer and was planning on buying a 1.8a and overclocking, however with the recent news of price cuts on 25 Aug, I can now afford a 2.4b or 2.53. Which one is the best overclocker? I'll probably run it at stock for a few weeks and then try to...
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    Motherboard choice.....best board....Abit BG7, Asus ???

    Hi everyone, I'm ready to upgrade to a P4 setup and I would like to overclock (of course). I've been doing research for days now and reading up all I can on the best chipset. Here is my take so far: 845G - latest intel chipset (845e is great but 845g is newer) - stable, good...