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    *** Official MSI K8N Neo4 Platinum (nForce4 Ultra chipset) Thread ***

    I've had this board for a few months now, no problems to date. I too suffer from the NBF noise situation. I just installed CoreCenter...I was wondering if you guys could just check that everything is going ok? I have no idea what the figures should be. CPU temp 31 Sys temp 33 CPU fan...
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    cd-rom / shut down problem

    In a way it's creeping me out ha. I guess I can just leave it disabled? Or turn it on / off as needed :( I have a DVD Rom drive also, I guess I can use that, but i like the idea of dual drives for some reason. I'm going to run a test by disabling the second drive and see what that turns up...
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    cd-rom / shut down problem

    So I reused a cdrom drive out of my old dell when I built my new comp. Everything is in good working order and I haven't had any major issues surprisingly (*knocks on wood*). One odd situation I'm facing is that on a shut down, the activity light on the cd rom stays on, and is preventing the...
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    no shut down?

    well, it hasn't gone away. The device manager lists all parts as working properly, and outside of these little bugs, this is true. When I try to update the drivers, everything comes back as having the most current. I don't have a floppy laying around to update the bios should that be...
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    no shut down?

    well, i got my first comp. together, and much thanks to everyone who posted on my threads. It runs great and was a lot of fun to put together. Fired right up and haven't had any issues, besides the two I'm going to list. 1) When I go to shut down, it goes through the whole process, windows...
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    no "green" on new lcd?

    It is blue. edit 1: well, as stupid as it sounds, i flipped the cable around and now it works. go figure. thanks to those that replied. edit 2: well maybe not. i left the room for a minute, when i came back, the screen flickered twice and went back to how it was....strange edit 3...
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    no "green" on new lcd?

    well, i'm not too familiar with the lingo for lcd monitors...but it's plugged into the back of my x800xl (dvi?). the connection on both ends is tight.
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    no "green" on new lcd?

    I just got myself an LG lcd monitor. I'm trying to get it to some good settings since the standard ones seem odd. I've played around with all the brightness, contrast, colors, etc...but I've noticed something kind of odd. The blues are VERY blue, regardless of where they are set (even zero)...
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    Case/Power Supply question...

    That looks like a good PS and I personally like the look of the case, but I wouldn't hook up the front LED's. The Antec you listed is the same one that I just bought and have seen listed in quite a few threads. The Antec might have a little bit better construction, but it only has one stock fan.
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    Case/Power Supply question...

    I know nothing of these parts other than the specs listed, and they are not mentioned as being a reputable company in UsAndThem's guide...but based on +12V rail specs alone theres: One Two Three Four that claim to have decent +12V rails. I'd like to stress that they are not widely...
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    Case/Power Supply question...

    I really wanted to cheap out and not buy a good power supply, but was convinced otherwise. Think of it this way...yeah, maybe the one that comes with the case will work, but why not just get a quality one for insurance? If you didn't already place your order, you could rearrange some things...
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    Buying a comp

    So back to this RAM issue...the specs on the set I picked is identical to the set suggested on the kingston site...I don't see why it wouldn't work, maybe someone can see something I havent? Yeah maybe I should've gone with Corsair or something, but I'm saving a couple bucks and for all intents...
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    Buying a comp

    Yeah hopefully what I got is ok since I can't make changes on the order anymore....didn't realize it would be that quick...oh well I'm sure it will be fine. I won't be overclocking or doing anything crazy. I'll get thermal paste from a friend of mine I guess.
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    Final help with custom build

    I just ordered that same case, and a couple cheap fans since there's only one included. There should be some kind of kit with cables and literature with your motherboard
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    Buying a comp

    That is odd about the ram...I wonder what the deal is. Did I miss anything in the list? I already have another HD with windows so no need to buy OS. Do I need to buy that thermal paste or any other little accessories?
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    Buying a comp

    Hey all - So I think the time has come to put in an order. A lot of the parts are on sale this weekend and I'm hoping everything is compatible. Let's see what you think. Antec Case $50 Antec 430 watt PSU $75 Sony DVD $31 with existing cdrom and floppy. AMD 3000+ Venice $154 MSI K8N...
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    Parts Questions Pt. 1

    Oh and as a random question...Do you have to have an OS installed on every hard drive in a system or just the master?
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    Parts Questions Pt. 1

    Hello all - I'm just about ready to order some parts. I'd like some input on some of the more basic pieces before I get into the more detailed ones. These would be case, PSU, and a dvd drive. For cases, I really can't justify spending a lot on one. There are four up for review. I know...
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    Laptop? Desktop? or Both?

    In the original post you mention you might not even use a laptop all that often...so my question is why get one then? I know a lot of people who thought that getting a laptop was going to be this great thing for school, and they sit around and collect dust or they play solitaire during class...
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    general lcd / monitor questions

    I'm looking to step into the world of LCD screens. A big deterrent though is the price tags I'm seeing for them. $600 for a monitor? Seems a bit much for my liking. I understand that lcd's have become much better with time, and pretty much eclipse CRTs in all departments...is this correct...
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    Best ready-made PCs?

    also there is UsAndThem's thread for part suggestions on all levels of computers, both AMD and Intel based. Found here
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    Best ready-made PCs?

    On the cheap parts topic...is your dad really going to know or notice the difference? If so maybe build a comp instead? I don't know, I've had a couple of dells of my own and my sister has too and the only major problem we've had was one crash / new parts / reformat, which a tech came out and...
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    pre-emptive questions

    alright one more question instead of starting a new thread. Theres the 3000+ winchester for approx. $150, and theres the 3200+ for approx $200. I'm running a P4 1.8 right now, which I'm satisfied with, so either of these will be diesel to me. The question is, all things considered with future...
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    pre-emptive questions

    Yeah, I see your point. Looking at the specs more closely, I'm beginning to understand where the costs are coming from. And I guess I should get the "cut corners" mentality out of my head. I always tell people "buy it nice or buy it twice" so perhaps I should actually listen for once ha...
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    pre-emptive questions

    Thats a good call on getting an OS from my school. I'm DLing the .iso right now for XP Pro. And back to the power supply issue...could some one please take a second to explain why something like This Antec is so much better than This Thermaltake?? I understand there's an issue about true...
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    pre-emptive questions

    Hey all, been lurking / reading for a few weeks now. I'm considering building myself a new comp, as many other people have as well. Instead of a "which parts" thread, perhaps you all could shine some light on some topics for me... 1) Is building a comp. something anyone can do? I'm...