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    Do these BSODs mean my hard drive is dying?

    I got one last night, the error was attributed to ntfs.sys. I just got one now, and this time it said "MEMORY MANAGEMENT" or something similar. I'm using Vista home premium 32 bit edition, I didn't experience any hardware issues when I installed it a couple of weeks back.
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    Flashed my BIOS using WinFlash, now it won't boot

    Hi I recently tried to update my BIOS using the latest version on dfi.com for my Lanparty UT Sli-DR. I used winflash and followed the instructions properly, it said that the update was successful and that I should reboot, so I did. Now my PC won't even boot. When I press the power button...
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    One of my RAID0 drives is going kaboom...

    Hey guys. I have two drives on a Raid-0 config. Earlier, my system locked up, and I hit the reset button. During bootup, it got stuck on "Detecting Array", and gave me a red-colored failure message. I had to shutdown and wait a while for it to work. I quickly backed up all important data as soon...
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    SLI excels in benchmarks, but fails to deliver during gameplay? I'm so confused...

    specs: Processor: Athlon 64 4000+ Operating System: WinXP Pro Mobo: DFI Lanparty UT NF4 Sli-DR RAM: 2 gigs kingston KVR (bleh) Video: 2x MSI 6800 Ultra Forceware 77.72 (but have tried 77.30, 77.50 AND 77.62) Storage: 2x Raptors (Raid 0) Ok, here's the problem. With SLI turned on, I...
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    How do I change fan speeds on my heatsink?

    Benchmarking software reveal that my fan runs at around 1600 RPM, and according to the heatsink manual this corresponds to "silent mode". I want to run it at normal mode to cool my CPU more, it'll be around 2500 RPM. How do I do this? The FanMate fan speed controller has not been installed by...
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    Any programs that will automatically overclock for you?

    I used Coolbit 2.0 to overclock my GPUs, I liked that it was pretty much idiot-proof. I pressed a button, it found the optimal settings and that was that. :) I want to OC my ram and CPU, any apps that'll do all the legwork while I enjoy some lemonade? Here are my specs: CPU: AMD64 4000+...
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    Force Feedback on Cyborg Evo (or any other joystick): Yay or Nay?

    I wanna pick up a joystick to play BF2 and the Saitek Cyborg Evo has been getting great reviews all over the place, and seems to be the most recommended stick in forums. Well, that's settled. But about Force feedback? The one without it will cost me 30 bucks CAD less. Is FF a good feature or is...
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    Good laptop for e-mail, word processing, MSN and the like?

    I'm looking for a compact and inexpensive laptop for my girlfriend, she needs it for the tasks listed in the subject line. What would you guys recommend? Keep in mind that I'm in Canada, so that automatically rules out newegg.com and the amazing g Dell.com coupons. Thanks guys.
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    Can you guys link me that awesome newbie PC-building guide?

    I lost all my bookmarks from my old PC. It was a great guide from one of the veteran forum members here, "black"-something, I think. (actually it was mechbragon's, I got a helpful PM) :P Thanks guys. Any other good sites would be nice too. :) EDIT: It isn't the one found using the search...
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    Is this possible to with the System Restore feature of WinXP?

    I don't like having Sys. Restore turned because I don't want it monitoring automatically. What I want to be able to do is create restore points manually, and then restore them when necessary. Right now, I've just finshed optimizing my system (tweaks and such), so I want to create a restore...
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    Got that new PC, but trouble installing windows

    Specs: CPU: AMD64 4000+ CASE: ATX Antec SLK3000B NOPS BLACK MOBO: DFI Lanparty UT NF4 Sli-DR HDD: 2x Raptor 10k RPM (RAID0) VidCard: 2x 6800 Ultras Psupply: 600W Enermax noisetaker Ram: Kingston KVR 400mhz DDR NO-ECC 2gig kit Monitor: Dell 2405FPW Extras:Zalman CNPS7000B-AlCu...
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    Just some advance prep for when my PC arrives, help me out please :)

    Sorry if I'm asking too many questions, just wanna make sure I do everything correctly. So here goes, specs: CPU: AMD64 4000+ CASE: ATX Antec SLK3000B NOPS BLACK MOBO: DFI Lanparty UT NF4 Sli-DR HDD: 2x Raptor 10k RPM (RAID0) VidCard: 2x 6800 Ultras Psupply: 600W Enermax Noisetaker...
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    Thermaltake 680w PurePower PSU vs Ocz 520w Modstream?

    How are the thermaltake PSU and modstream compared to the 600w Powerstream? If I go with thermaltake or the other Ocz PSU, I could have the PC ready in just a few hours, rather than a few weeks. I had read great things about Powerstream 600w, but it will delay the system quite a bit. The...
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    Is this RAM ok for my high-end PC?

    Specs: CPU: AMD64 4000+ CASE: ATX Antec SLK3000B NOPS BLACK MOBO: DFI Lanparty UT NF4 Sli-DR HDD: 2x Raptor 10k RPM (RAID0) VidCard: 2x 6800 Ultras Psupply: 600W OCZ Powerstream Ram: Kingston ValueRam 400mhz DDR NO-ECC 2gig kit Monitor: Dell 2405FPW (the only part that I have in my...
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    Getting this PC, should I install WinXP 64-bit edition?

    I have WinXp Home, but since I can get the free trial of the 64-bit edition of windows, perhaps it would be better to go with that. Based on my hardware, please advise me on the best course of action. Here is my system: Case: Antec SLK3000B Black CPU: Athlon64 4000+ Motherboard: DFI...
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    Recommend some speakers for gaming and DVD viewing

    I don't want something super expensive, but I'd like to hear good 5.1 from movies and games. What are some good speakers that won't break the bank?
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    What case from this list is good for my system?

    http://www.microbytes.com/products.php?show=all&pcid=205 Here's my PC with the case that the employee at Microbytes suggested. I asked him to pick one with good airflow and cooling for this high-end computer: Case: Antec SLK3000B Black CPU: Athlon64 4000+ Motherboard: DFI Lanparty UT NF4...
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    Difference between DFI Lanparty Sli-D and Slid-DR?

    I ordered the SLI-D to be installed in my system, and upon further reading, it seems like the DR is better of the two. And oddly enough, microbytes.ca has it listed 10 bucks cheaper, I have no idea why. This is what I found on the site: http://www.anandtech.com/mb/showdoc.aspx?i=2337&p=2...
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    Help me decide between some PSUs and MOBOs.

    It's for my AMD64 4000+, 2x 6800U PC. Thanks in advance. Mobos: AMD64 S939 DFI LANPARTY UT NF4 SLI-D PCIE AMD64 S939 MSI K8N NEO4 PLATINUM NF4 SLI PCIE AMD64 S939 ASUS A8N-SLIDELUXE 4D5P2X SLI The staff employee claimed that DFI is a very good board. He initially put the ASUS one, but...
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    Help me pick out a sound card, case and optical drive from this list

    Microbytes.com For my sound card, I'd like to have 5.1 for DVDs and games, and just overall high-quality hardware. And I'd like a good drive that I can watch/burn DVDs and CDs. As for the case, I don't care about the looks, only the convenience and "performance". I'd like to have good airflow...
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    Please rate my new PC [Final build - Thanks for the help guys]

    CPU: AMD64 4000+ CASE: ATX Antec SLK3000B NOPS BLACK MOBO: ASUS A8N-SLIDELUXE HDD: 2x Raptor 10k RPM (RAID0) VidCard: 2x 6800 Ultras Psupply: 680W ATMX P4 Thermaltake Ram: Kingston KVR 400mhz DDR NO-ECC 2gig kit Monitor: Dell 2405FPW Still deciding on sound card and the speakers. So...
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    My Dell 2405FPW will arive in about a week or two, is there an app I can use to check for dead/stuck pixels?

    Just something that'll perform tests on the monitor to help me see how many defective pixels there. Thank you. :)
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    PC froze while installing service pack 2, and now I have some hardware problems, please help

    I had to reboot and upon restarting windows started detecting every piece of hardware I had installed as if they weren't there before, I have no idea why. I uninstalled SP2, and reinstalled it. Anyway, everything was fine, except for the IDE channels. Now everytime I boot windows, those are...
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    Flash MP3 Players: iRiver IFP-7XXX VS MuVo TX FM?

    I'm trying to figure out which one of these to purchase, and I'm very confused. Both seem like great players with very few flaws and I just can't figure out which would be best. The IFPs have louder sound (apparently), a better FM tuner and longer battery life. On the other hand, they're...
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    Know of any place that sells the Creative MuVo TX FM (512+) and delivers to Canada?

    The 512 MB and 1 gig version of this player just aren't available anywhere here in Montreal and I'd like to get it ordered online. Do you folks know of a reliable site? Unfortunately, Amazon.com doesn't deliver electronics to Canada, and Amazon.ca doesn't even sell electronics. Grr...
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    When will it be viable to build this nforce4 system for us Canadians?

    Anyway, I'm thinking of putting off my FX53 system for this: FX55 chip nforce4 SLI mobo Dual 6800 Ultras 2 gigs of ram Raptor HDD/120 gig Western Digital Audigy 2 Platinum sound card Decent power supply, DVD drive and DVD/CD writer I've never built my own PC, and I don't want to...
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    When will the nforce4 SLI mobo be available? What about in canada?

    I'm interested in building a dual-GPU 6800 Ultra system. Thanks. :)
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    Anything out-of-place/incompatible/yucky in this setup?

    Motherboard AMD64 S754/S939 ASROCK K8-COMBO-Z 2D3P1A Processor AMD ATHLON64 FX-53 2.40G/1600/1M/S940 Memory CORSAIR 400MHZ DDR NO-ECC 2G TWINX Hard Drive SATA 74.0 W.D 10K RPM RAPTOR WD740GD Video Card BFG AGP GF6 6800GT OC 256DD3 6800GT...
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    Please help me choose the best video card from this list

    http://www.microbytes.com/sd.p...=6&nm=R0FNRVI2NA== Here is where I'm having the PC built. The prices are in Canadian dollars. I don't know which is best right now. I was thinking maybe the RADEON X800 PRO 256M, though I'm not sure. Thanks a lot.
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    What can RAID do for my soon-to-be-purchased gaming rig?

    Oh, so from my other thread, I've gathered that RAID makes it possible for data to be split into multiple HDs at the same time for better performance... correct me if I'm wrong please... So what does this mean for my gaming machine? What kind of advantages will I have over a non-RAID rig? Is...
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    A few (newbie) questions regarding the FX-55

    I'm soon going to purchase a PC from Microbytes here in Montreal, and had a few questions. I'm thinking of going for the FX-53 at the moment, but I read about the FX-55, and was wondering if I should wait for its release. Will the performance be much greater than the 53? Does it have any...