Recent content by Grackdor

As someone who has struggled for a couple years with monitor induced eyestrain and headaches, I will say that doing this helps me INCREDIBLY well. The best part is, it's SO easy to try it, tinker with it (wattages, placement,etc.) until you find something that "feels" right for your eyes.

Hi all. I'm thinking of trying out one of the 120 Hz monitors. (Probably the Asus VG236). My dear old CRT is nearing it's end. But, at the moment, my new build is not done yet, and I'm limping along on a much older machine with no dual-link DVI.....just the old standard single DVI. (ATi...

Thanks everyone for the info. FYI, I wasn't referring to the recall (B2 vs B3) problem. I was actually referring to the various threads at this very forum (and other sites) which document MANY little annoyances for some folks like system freezing, etc.etc. (I won't start a list here...

Hi all, Just wondering if anyone can suggest which SATA ports to use for the best chance of avoiding problems ? I have an Intel X-25M G2 160GB SSD for the only drive in the system, and of course one optical DVD burner. The reason I ask is having combed through the many threads about...

Thanks everyone, it sounds like it should be fine. (Although I had wondered about stuff like "85 5.0L" posted above....the heat spreading down the case wall to do nasty things to connectors and the like.) But, the 800D is a tank of a case, and I think I'll be ok.....although I am curious...

Hi all, So, my parts for a new Sandy Bridge build are on the way. It will have an H70, in a 800D case. I was considering mounting the H70 rad directly on the rear case wall, with a push/pull fan setup, one inside & one outside the case. ( The shrouds are just gutted 25mm case fan frames...

Very good info, thanks much. I was guessing that the set-up of the second SSD (partitioning,etc) would not be automatic by W7, just needed it confirmed. As for the Recovery Partition on the main OS drive....... just how large IS it? Are most users skipping it (creating their own...

What timing.;) I was just researching this question myself while preparing downloads for a new build. Check out this link on the Product Overview at Intel's website: http://www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imsm/sb/CS-020784.htm Quote : "Whether using one or multiple hard drives, users...

Hi all, Doing a new build with my first ever SSD (Intel G2 160GB). I plan to put W7 and the games I play alot / long-term on it. Also, I may be able to score a deal on a second SSD (Intel G2 80GB), which I would use for a secondary drive (but not any RAID or such.) I have a couple...

Okay then, seems unanimous ! Thanks everyone, that seriously puts my mind at ease. I guess I knew that the "silent majority" of owners don't go around posting "my rig works fine" and such. But, it never hurts to have it confirmed by some folks who know first hand. Appreciate the...

Hey, thanks for the vote of confidence. I am gradually convincing myself to bite the bullet and jump in now. I was hoping that by now "THE" magical, stable, near perfect-for-almost-everyone BIOS would be out, but it doesn't appear so. Seems Intel also needs to get up to speed with their...

Hi folks, Okay [H] 'ers, I need your help,please. I am piecing together new build, and am stuck about the mobo. I really like the features of the P8P67 Pro, but I admit, all the posts about issues & problems has me kinda scared-off from it. I will eventually do some OC of the 2600k...

Thanks very much for the warning, I am piecing a new build together with that mobo and was(am?) considering the XAI. Anybody else encounter this problem as well ? Also, does anyone know if the Acceleration setting can be *completely* disabled through either the optional software or on...

Hi all, I'm trying to pick a graphics card for a new build, and am leaning towards the GTX 580 (or 570). One of the main games I still sometimes play is NeverWinter Nights 2. My question is whether anyone here has a GTX 580 / 570, and also plays NWN2 ? If so, how is the...

Cool. What about an "in-between" mode ? ( Call it... Sim-Lite? ) Would be very good to have varying degrees of difficulty (realism) to work your way up to from raw rookie to super ace. This thread now has me watching this game,too. Please keep the updates coming!:)