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    "3rd master hard disk s.m.a.r.t. status bad, backup and replace"

    Unfortunately, I'm running the 64 bit version of windows and so it won't let me install it. are there any other tools I could download and use? I really don't have anything to back up, aside from by progress in some games, since it is so new, so I'm in fairly good shape there.
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    "3rd master hard disk s.m.a.r.t. status bad, backup and replace"

    I haven't had my new computer built for more than a week, and suddenly I'm getting this message on my new Hard Drive. The Hd is a WD4000KD, and my computer is a non overclocked dual core x2 4400+ with a a8n32 motherboard. 2gb of memory. I haven't noticed any visible slowdown or anything...
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    Just so you know, I got it working - thanks for the help. The problem was I had zonealarm on my 32 bit machine running, and shutting it off screwed it up. I can just turn it back on when i'm done moving stuff. Speaking of which, I wasn't able to install zonealarm or Norton on my new PC...
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    So, does anybody at all have any possible solutions?
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    Yeah, it's set up as MSHOME.
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    What kind of driver issues could it be? I think I have all the latest drivers for my hardware on my new computer - I suppose my old one might need an update, but I don't know. And what is a spark gap issue? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    1) How many pc's on your LAN? Well 2, counting this one, that are physically connected. My PS2 is also connected, and there is a computer on a wireless connection downstairs. 2) What operating systems do the other pc's use? All XP, except this one which is XP 64 bit 3) Can all pc's...
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    Windows XP 32 bit / 64 bit LAN

    I just started using Windows XP x64 on my new computer, but I can't connect to my network in order to transfer files to my new computer. Is this not possible because the operating systems are not compatible, or is there some sort of work-around? Thanks
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    wd4000kd Help

    I'm using an A8N32 by the way. anyway, I don't know how to boot from the CD, it immediately goes to windows setup, and I either have to continue with the setup, repair, or quit, and if I try either of the first two it stops me and says "can't continue, no hard drive detected" SATA drives...
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    wd4000kd Help

    yup, no dice.
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    wd4000kd Help

    I just built my new computer, and it won't recognize my hard drive. I have it hooked up, with both the power cable and the other cable hooked up. I go to raid configuration, though I don't know what that even means quite frankly, and it shows up on the left side, but not as a "logical drive". I...
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    Thoughts? anybody?
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    I'm building it myself Zoz: I'm really in the exact same boat, but I didn't know I could fry anything or decrease the life of the processor. I didn't know there were really serious consequences aside from voiding the warranty. Can any overclockers confirm or deny this?
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    Well, I have a 600W power supply, and the rest of the components, as far as I can tell, support the option of overclocking. As for the the heat, would that be a problem with the stock heatsink? From what I'm hearing, it's safe and easy to overclock considering the system I am setting up, so even...
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    I was under the impression that overclocking a lot would produce a lot of heat and so forth. I really know very little about overclocking, but I wasn't planning on getting liquid cooling or anything, and really wasn't looking to get any fans other than the 3 that come with the case and the stock...
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    So is it agreed that I could safely and easily overclock the 4400+ to 4800+ speeds with little trouble / danger with the components I listed? SOMEBODY REASSURE ME PLEASE!
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    Is that dangerous? I thought it was only a problem at temperatures that were like twice that.
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    If I do get the 4400+ and overclock it, would it be difficult to do? I've never overclocked anything before. I know that it voids the warranty, are there any other adverse consequences, particularly for a small boost (like to 4800+ speeds). How would I do it, change the speed setting in the BIOS?
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    Athlon 64 X2 4400+ vs 4800+

    I'm down to the final part for my computer. I'm getting: Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe Motherboard Corsair XMS PC3200 2GB Memory Western Digital 400GB WD4000KD Hard Drive Antec P180 Case eVGA 7800 GTX Video Card SeaSonic 600W Power Supply X-Fi XtremeMusic Sound Card NEC ND3550A DVD Burner...
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    A8N32 and it's memory

    If I were to overclock a 4400 to 4800 speeds, would that produce a bunch of heat and instability? Would the stock heatsink still be enough or would I need something else?
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    A8N32 and it's memory

    I just went with the 3200. There was a $28 rebate so it was only slightly more expensive than the valueselect. Any more thoughts on 4400+ vs 4800+? That's the last part I have to order (processor).
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    A8N32 and it's memory

    The 3500 is the one that's supposedly been built for the motherboard right? Thanks for the input folks - any thoughts on the 4400+ vs. the 4800+?
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    A8N32 and it's memory

    What is the actual difference between the performance of the Corsair XMS PC 3200 and the Corsair XMS 3500? is it worth the extra money? I'll be getting the Asus A8N32 motherboard, a Geforce 7800 GTX 256Mb (maybe another in SLI down the road), and either a Athlon 64 X2 4400+ or 4800+ (haven't...
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    Anybody know where to get a AN32-SLI Deluxe?

    To clarify, my question is really whether or not these stores are getting lots of little shipments that are gone instantly, or if they just get a large shipment every few weeks or so, that just sells out really fast. I'm trying to decide whether or not to pre-order it from somebody like...
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    Anybody know where to get a AN32-SLI Deluxe?

    Do you happen to know if they're actually getting shipments on a regular basis? it just seems you might have just gotten lucky and gotten one right when the shipment arrived.
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    Title: *Official* - AsusTek A8N32-SLI Deluxe thread

    I was just curious if you've gotten your baoard yet, as I was just curious as th it's legitimacy.
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    Anybody know where to get a AN32-SLI Deluxe?

    I don't know who the "big" online retailers are. I'm in the same boat as the poster in that I can't find them anywhere, so I figure I might as well get in line somewhere. My question is what online retailers might be getting the most of them in stock most frequently?
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    New Computer Configuration

    I just realized that Opterons have dual cores too - I thought the X2s were the only ones. It looks like some of them are cheap and very fast too. I haven't been looking much at these, but they sound pretty good - but I really know nothing about overclocking and I don't want to damage anything...
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    New Computer Configuration

    Okay, I just have two concerns now. That 600W power supply is pretty steep - Would I be okay with less power? If so, any particular brand, or is Seasonic still the way to go? Also, that mobo is nowhere to be found at the moment. Is it really that good? If it's really worth it, does anybody...
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    New Computer Configuration

    To be honest, I'm much more concerned with keeping my components cool, and preferably quiet, then I am with the appearance of the case. From what I understand, the P180 is great in both of those departments, and it's half the price of that Lian Li. However, if I'm being misinformed, please tell...
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    New Computer Configuration

    So, does anybody have any thoughts on which of those video cards I should get? I know the KO one is better, but I guess the question is whether or not it's $100 better. Thanks.
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    New Computer Configuration

    I'm just about to order my system, I think I just need to decide on one of these two video cards. What's the difference between these two cards? eVGA 256-P2-N529-AX Geforce 7800GTX 256MB GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Video Card - Retail (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814130237...
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    New Computer Configuration

    Assuming I go with the P180, are the fans included sufficcient? or should I get extra fans? if I get more, extra fans, which ones? Thanks.
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    New Computer Configuration

    I've been looking at the Lian-Li PC-V1100 plus, which looks like it has an elaborate cooling system already. Does anybody have any thoughts about that case?
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    New Computer Configuration

    I'm not really looking to get a 512 card right now, but later I will likely get another 256, so I figure the end result will probably be about the same, wouldn't it? Anyway, a friend of mine keeps insisting that I get this Lian Li PC-75 case with a fan controller and tornados. Is this a good...
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    New Computer Configuration

    Aah, one more question; If I do end up getting that P180 case, would the built-in fans and such be enough, or would I be better off getting a full tower in terms of heat? Do my parts generate a bunch of heat, should I get a liquid cooling system, or is that unnecessarry?
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    New Computer Configuration

    So I'm about ready to order these parts, but a have a few last questions: ASUS A8N32 mobo 2 evga GeForce 7800 GTX (but one for now) 250 GB Western Digital HD X-Fi XtrememMusic 2GB Memory (Corsair XMS or that G.Skill) A DVD Burner (That BenQ one of NEC one seem fine) P180 Case Seasonic...
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    New Computer Configuration

    Thanks for the info, but I'm pretty interested in the dual core concept - I am often doing lots of different things at once. I'm also under the impression that dual core might be taken advantage of in games in the future, which I think would be great.
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    New Computer Configuration

    Oh, and also, do you think a 600Watt power supply would be enough? I'm looking at Athlon 64 X2 4800+, ASUS A8N32 mobo 2 GeForce 7800 GTX (but one for now) 250 GB Western Digital HD X-Fi XtrememMusic 2GB Memory (Corsair XMS or that G.Skill) A DVD Burner (That BenQ one of NEC one seem...
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    New Computer Configuration

    I just noticed the massive price difference between the GTX and the GT - just how big is the graphical difference? Is it worth the extra money? Sorry to keep asking questions, I just want to make the best computer possible and I figure this is a good place to get feedback.