Recent content by skiter53

And if I don't have a retail copy available? The HP recovery disc thing won't create one for me right? Actually, even if I did, wouldn't it ask me for a Product key? Edit: Ok I realized the product key is stuck to the side of the machine.

I have a quick question. What would be the best / easiest way to reinstall windows vista w/o all the crap that HP pre-loads? The recovery discs only allow me to bring it back to a factory state right?

Now if I don't intend to play HD movies, I don't need HDCP right?

the.ronin and Archaea, I have a question reguarding the 8600GT. I noticed the.ronin uses the chaintech one whereas Archaea uses the galaxy one. What's the primary difference and why did you guys each go with a different choice? The chaintech one is is under $80 on newegg, while the...

Does that mean they upgraded the power supply?

For those of you that did not have wireless included, which wireless adapter did you guys go for? Just curious if there's a universally recognized wireless adapter that's low in power and perfect for the slimline. Also, would getting a wireless adapter affect my putting in a 8600GT (heat...