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    Corsair HX620 good enough for GTX 260 SLI?

    My rig is below.I recently upgraded my mobo/CPU/RAM on a budget. My PSU remains the same (5 years old). Since my GTX 260 is getting a little long in the tooth, I was thinking of grabbing a second GTX 260 for about $75 as another "budget-friendly" upgrade. I'd prefer to pick up a second GTX 260...
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    AMD Phenom II X4 N970 vs. Intel Core i5 2410M

    I'm in the market for a laptop primarily for business use but also for some photo editing in Lightroom / Photoshop. Which of these CPUs would you guys recommend? The AMD is a quad-core but the Sandy Bridge i5 is hard to pass up and is newer. More specifically, the configurations I'm looking...
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    Intel Celeron SU2300 vs. celeron 743

    SU2300 = 1.2ghz Dual Core 743 = 1.3ghz Single Core Looking for a netbook/notebook for the wife. I have been comparing the Gateway EC1433u and the EC1436u. These two models are nearly identical but the 1436 has the Celeron SU2300 and a 150gb HD and the 1433 has the Celeron 743 with a 260gb...
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    Samsung Omnia feedback requested

    I am in the market for a new phone for Verizon. I want a good web browser, email (exchange for work, yahoo for personal) and decent text messaging capabilities. I am looking at the Omnnia. It seems to have a good browser, looks sleek and does email well (from what I can tell). However, the text...
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    Can my CPU handle a video card upgrade?

    More specifically, would an upgrade be worth it? I'm considering a GTX260 or possibly one of the next gen cards that are around the corner. Will my CPU hold me back too much? My rig is in my signature. I'm not a heavy gamer but I do enjoy games from time to time. Playing Fallout 3 now. I game at...
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    Transfering saved game in Fallout 3

    I'm looking to transfer a saved game (or all of them actually) after I reformat my hard drive. What files do I need to backup to make sure that everything is moved over properly without losing anything? Thanks.
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    "Sleep" Mode problems in Windows 7

    I'm up and running Windows 7 64-bit and loving it so far. My only problem is that I can't seem to get the "sleep" mode to work properly. When I put the computer into sleep mode it goes to sleep but when it tries to wake back up I just get a black screen (although the computer itself comes back...
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    Alone in the Dark

    I'm considering getting this game when it comes out tomorrow. I loved the original on PC a looong time ago. What I'm debating with myself is whether to get the PC version or the Xbox 360 version. Any thoughts on which might be the better choice? I really don't know much about this latest version...
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    AoC buddy key wanted

    Would you anyone be kinda enough to provide me with a buddy key for AoC? I'm interested in trying the game out but I'm not sure if I should buy it. My email address is bryanthomasjd@yahoo.com. Thanks!
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    "Games" link is slow in Vista

    Running Vista 32-bit. I've noticed that my "games" link from the start menu loads pretty slowly. I have the icons set to "large icons" and it acts as a link, not a menu. There is a 1 to 2 second delay usually when opening it. Anyone else experience this with a fast system? If this is normal, is...
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    TOTR Online

    I played this game when it was in beta (about 2-3 weeks before launch I believe) but wasn't all that impressed. I didn't really play for long though because the performance was spotty on my system (below). Did the retail version improve this at all for those who played the game just before launch?
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    WoW - Which class for a returning player?

    Background: I played WoW at launch for a good year or so and quit because it was eating too much of my time. I then rejoined after a long break and was able to successfully play at a "casual" level (~2-3 hours in a sitting a few times a week). Well, after being on a break since the summer, I've...
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    P5W DH + Lite-On SHM-165H6S DVD drive problems in Vista

    Does anyone else with this mobo have problems with their DVD drive in Vista? The drive is recognized but the system hangs if a DVD or CD is inserted. What gives?
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    VCore fluctuations

    e6600 Asus P5W Dh Deluxe Vista Premium My VCore in BIOS is 1.4. In Vista, it's 1.38. Under load, it drops to 1.36. Is this fluctuation between 1.38 and 1.36 under load normal/acceptable? Running two instances of Prime 95 to put it "under load."
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    Vista won't read any of my DVDs

    I had a small nightmare trying to get Vista to install. In the end, my solution was to copy the Vista DVD contents to a folder on my HDD and install it that way. Now I'm up and running with one problem remaining. Anytime a DVD is in my drive, Vista will freeze up trying to access it. The program...
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    CoreTemp problem

    Running Vista. When I open the program, it says "driver failed to load." CoreTemp then correctly IDs my chip and frequency but under the temps it says "100C (?)" It's version BETA .94. I couldn't find any other version.
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    Asus P5W Dh Deluxe owners

    Did any of you have any difficulty getting your Windows Vista DVD to boot? I can begin to boot and get to the screen that says "Micrcosoft Corp." with the bar moving left to right. The next screen with the Vista backdrop just hangs. Anyone experience this? I have the latest BIOS 1901. XP Disc...
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    SATA Drive - AHCI or IDE n BIOS?

    I'm having some issues getting Vista installed and I think it might be related to my HDD setup. Currently it's recognized as an IDE drive altough it's actually a SATA. Barracuda 7200.10 320GB. In the bios on my Asus P5W Dh deluxe I have the option to choose how SATA drives are recognized. The...
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    Are these okay stock temps for an e6600

    Hovering at about 49-50C load with 2 instances of Prime 95 running in a room with an ambient temp of 79 degrees. Idle is around 29C. The chip is running at the default speed (2.4Ghz). I have a Tuniq 120 installed. Is this an acceptable load temp for my setup? I haven't yet begun overclocking but...
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    Vista Installation Problem

    Asus P5W Dh Deluxe e6600 FoxConn 8800GTS (640MB) Corsair 620HX Just built the system. Fired it up and it posted fine. Loaded the BIOS and things look okay. CPU temp idle at 25-26C. My DVD Drive is accidentally set to Primary IDE slave. My Primary IDE master is blank. My third IDE master is my...
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    Build in Progress Question

    I've just installed a Tuniq 120 on an Asus P5W dh Deluxe mobo. Installation went well however I've just noticed that the top of the heatsink plate (that touches the CPU) also touches a row of about 4 capacitors. Is this going to be a problem? It's just barely touching them but it is making...
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    Quick question

    If I have 1 Sata drive as my HDD and one optical drive on an IDE connection, should the optical drive still be set to "slave?"
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    Question for those with Asus P5W Dh Deluxe + Vista

    I'm about to install Vista on a new machine based on the Asus P5W Dh Deluxe mobo. Are there any Vista issues that I should be aware of? I realize that there could be issues with any number of my other components, but are there any problems unique to the P5W Dh under Vista?
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    Overclocking a new system - how soon can I try?

    Okay the parts for my new PC have been rolling in and the last one is coming tomorrow. My goal is to get everything up and running tomorrow night/Saturday. My question is when I can start overclocking. I'll be using an e6600 and a Tuniq Tower 120 with AS5. I was thinking of waiting until...
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    SLI - does it block all PCI slots?

    I just received my Asus P5W Dh Deluxe mobo and I noticed that I were to go with an 8800 SLI setup, it would seem to block off all available PCI slots. How do people use SLI and still manage to have a sound card and/or TV Tuner?
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    Prepping CPU for HSF

    Going to be getting an e6600 with a Tuniq Tower 120. I've never installed an HSF on a CPU before. I've heard Arctic Silver/Arctic Silver 5 is great stuff. Should I get Arctic Silver and how do I prep the CPU out of the box (the stock HSF won't be installed of course)?
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    Best Antivirus software?

    Sorry if this is in the wrong forum but what's the best antivirus software for Vista?
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    IDE v. SATA

    While ordering some stuff for a new computer, I accidentally ordered the IDE version of the following HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 320GB. I realized this too late to change the order so I went ahead and ordered the SATA II version as a separate order with the intention of returning the IDE...
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    Which web browser do you use in Vista?

    I've been using firefox, about to switch to vista. I'm a bit sick of Vista. Should I go back to IE, keep using firefox or is there a 3rd alternative?
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    e6600 memory suggestion to overclock

    What's some good memory (1GB x 2) for overclocking an e6600? I want the Buffalo Firestix but they are OOS everywhere. Looking to spend ~200.
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    Buffalo Firestix v. Gskill

    I wanted to get the Buffalo Firestix (1GB x 2) but they are currently out of stock everywhere I look. I then noticed that the Gskill RAM is priced similarly and seems to have favorable reviews. I'm looking at overclocking an e6600 on an Asus P5W dh Deluxe board. Should I wait for the Buffalo...
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    OCZ Modstream 520

    I've read the review of this PSU and done some searching on this forum but everything seems to be a little dated. I'm wondering if this PSU can handle a more modern system wtih an e6600 overclock, 8800GTS, 2 optical drives and 1 HDD. Anyone know if it can handle that type of system?
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    Fans on top of PSU

    Does it matter if the PSU is going to be installed in the top of the case? Won't the top fan be blocked by the top of the case? Also, are they usually intake or exhaust?
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    Need a recommendation

    I'm looking to spend about $100. I'm going to be running an overclocked e6600, two HDDs, one optical drive and an 8800GTS on an Asus P5W DH Deluxe mobo. I would really like a PSU with tidy looking wires.
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    Will a Tuniq 120 fit in the Antec P160?

    I'll probably use the Asus P5W DH Deluxe motherboard. Also, is this the most efficient air cooling for a C2D?
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    Here's what I'm looking for

    I'm looking for a case that is rather simple with a side window and good ventilation for overclocking. I prefer to not have to open a door to access optical drives but that's not an absolute requirement. I like to keep my cases pretty neat and organized so I kind of like the idea of a separation...
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    Upgrade advice - is it time?

    My current system is a P4 3.0Ghz with 2gb of RAM, a 40GB HDD (eek, it's small!) and a GeForce 7800GT running Windows XP Home. I play games, although I'm not a hardcore gamer. I have a nice 21.3'' LCD monitor that is still going strong. I'm intrigued by the new Windows Vista and my computer...
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    Frys has the BFG 7800GT for $349 (no rebates)

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    Sound Card question

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    FarCry - Xbox360

    How is FarCry on the 360? I've never played the xbox version but I did get a chance to play the original FarCry on the PC for a few hours and liked it.
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