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ok update #3.... After pulling out the IDE cables on both machines, I thought I had fixed the problem. As it turns out... I didn't completely fix the errors on my Gaming Machine. It's so odd though because It was working flawlessly for the entire weekend, I was playing games and everything...

Well Hallelujah!!!! I FIXED IT!! :eek: You'll never guess what it was....ready for this? The IDE Cable! Here's what happened, (I know it's long but please read, I think you'll enjoy) I took both computers to my folks house so I could test them using good power sources. Upon plugging them...

alright, update... I tried plugging my computer into a 3 prong grounded outlet using a heavy duty extension cord (says my surge protector, who knows how accurate that is though) and it's still a no go. It took about 5 minutes just for windows to boot up. Now I'm really lost as to what to do...

Red plug into slot small slot, black plug into ground... or vise vera? Also, I've checked the voltage on my outlets, and there all a constant 125 volts. That's normal right? - Digitalvynil

Wow! Thanks for all the great tips guys, really appreciate it. As I'm not quite up to snuff with my wiring abilities, I'm thinking of running an extension cord from one of my outlets that is grounded. (of course the outlet under my computer desk has to be the select few that isn't grounded.)...

Ok.... thanks for the great advice?.... Anyone have anything useful unlike our friend gwarren007 here?

Hey guys, I have probably the most rare problem with my computers I've ever had in my 10 years experience building them. I'm an IT Technician, and do computers for a living. I've never seen anything so bazaar... please bare with me, I really need some of your expertise. I've had a...

Hey guys, I have my e2180 (stock 2.0ghz) OC'd to 3.1ghz right now. I was able to reach the same overclock on Stock cooling, and now that I've upgraded to a Xigmatek S1283.... That's still as far as I can push it. I have faith in this little Chip that could. Here's my specs: E2180 (OC'ed to...

Go Samsung. I have the widescreen Syncmaster 220wm and I am quite pleased with it. I upgraded from my old Viewsonic 19" VA1912 widescreen. You just want to make sure the resolution is 1680 X 1050 ... It looks amazing.... Any 22" Samsung will be perfect for what you want. I am getting...

ok ok, you guys pulled my leg enough... I won't even consider a 256mb card... after all, my last 2 cards (6800, then X1800xt) both only had 256mb.. I think it's time for an upgrade. =) ok so now here's my question...how well does an ATI 3850 512mb Overclock? and what are my chances of...

I want to keep the price under $250. I'm leaning towards the 8800GT 256mb, but I'm a little concerned about that amount of Vram. I don't use AA on any games, and game only at 1280x1024... Do i really need 512mb on such a small resolution??

ok so far we have 1 vote for the ATI 3850, and 1 vote for the 8800GT 256mb. anyone out there who really knows their stuff want to throw in their 2 cents please? I've searched through out this forum and no one has a clear cut answer.

hey guys, as you all know.. both ATI and Nvidia have some great cards out now, all so competitively priced that it's hard for me to chose the right one. the biggest factor here is that I will not be gaming at anything higher than 1280x1024.. I have a sweet 19" NEC gx2 LCD and don't plan on...

hey guys, I'm getting the itch (no not that one) to finally upgrade my ancient socket 754 system. I was hoping to stretch it out another year or 2, but i borrowed my friends 8800gts and it still ran my games like crap despite the sexy video card. Yes i have one of those rare epox 8npa s754...

ok guys, I'm going to RAM the board. I tried everything and still nothing..different video cards, different PSU's etc. thanks for all the help guys, it's not easy to find good help these days. this is first time I bought something new and it was DOA in almost 8 years. I guess those odds...

ok guys, its a no go. I tried everything. I took everything out of the case...and here's what happened... sitting the motherboard on an anti-static bag outside the case...Only having the CPU, Ram, and Video card plugged in... I get Nothing... since it's an Abit IP35..It turns off for a second...

I will try that tomorrow and let you know how it goes...thanks for your time and info... It is appreciated... also the PSU is a Corsair 520hx.. which should be plenty fine. my brain was a bit fried from tinkering with the machine moments before I posted =)

hey guys, I really need your help because I'm building a new PC for a good friend of mine. Basically, the computer wont get to the post screen. I have a feeling it's a power issue, because the case fans wont spin-up. However the CPU fan spins up. The Video Card fan also spins up, but not...

hey Jkal, don't you hate when you have a problem and no one cares to reply? anyway, I'll help you as much as I can, but I won't make any promises.... first, try switching the jumper on the actual hard drive itself to slave. then set the bios to factory defaults, save and exit...

I don't get it... why doesn't anyone like to answer my calls for help?? I thought hard forums was THE PC forum.. but i guess not. come on guys.. did I stump everyone? more likely you just don't care and dont' want to help a brotha. I would help you guys.. not cool.

hey again, still a no go for significant Overclock... even when I UNDER clock my ram... So i know it's not my ram... after doing some research, I've come across another possible reason as to why I can't OC my machine. My Powersupply, a Vantec Stealth 420A... only has a rating of 18A on the...

hey unabomber... are you trying to help me in some way.. and if so how? or are you just trying to prove me wrong?

yeah, thanks for all the help guys!...

anyone out there? I really need help with this! I've done my research and tried a million things, and im just about to give up.. but i know there HAS to be more juice in this rig! for some ODD reason, my FSB wont go any higher than 211mhz.. which is only an 11mhz increase over stock.. that...

Hi Akoni, thanks for the reply... I use Crucial brand RAM. the timings are 2.5-3-3-8. The FSB/DRAM ratio is 1:1.. so the RAM frequency is set at 209Mhz (same as my CPU bus speed).. also my CPU multiplier is set at x11. and HT link at 838mhz. also, I've set my CPU Voltage up to 1.5v...

Hi guys, Pretty new to the site.. glad to be here. anyway, my Computer is as follows: Epox 8NPA SLI mobo Athlon 64 3200+ s754 Newcastle (W/ Arctic Cooler Freezer 64 Pro) 1GB PC3200 RAM ATI Radeon 1800XT 256mb PCIx 37GB WD Raptor HD Vantec Stealth 420A PSU WinXP Sp2 ok, now what do guys...

Hey I just purchased a HP DV2000z AMD turion64x2 with 256mb's of memory. I upgraded my other HP without a hitch, but this one is giving me problems. I first purchased some OCZ PC2-4200 533mhz 1GB SO-DIMM 200 pin. This stick gave me BSOD and would reboot. IT will continue to do this if...

That thing is hideous. I cant believe you walk around with that thing on. You probably look like a ghostbuster. lol But hey, wear what you dig~!

Sometimes you really can know too much.. =) Thanks for all the info guys... I Appriciate the help. I think the reason may be.. I didnt have enough RAM! =) After taking out the SATA Raptor, putting in PATA 7200rpm.. installing windows fresh 2 times, and doing all sorts of differnt driver...

Hey Everyone, Thanks for checking out my post.. I just recently Upgraded my computer, and well I guess It's not what I expected. The Performance just doesnt seem right.. Something is a bit off, but I'm not sure what. Let me explain my little Issue here. First off here's my Specs: AMD...

My X800XT AIW is worth more than $50.00. What a rip.

Just got them today in the mail. I took one look, and was like..meh. However, after slapping them on and playing some BF2 in them...really freaking nice. Good sound quality, people hear me clearly....and they have a nice deep bass tone to them. Good for listening to anything I would imagine...

Get over it. I wouldnt send it to you at that price either. They are not in the business of being raped.

Got the same email this morning.

I bit, they will probably just cancel anyway. *crosses fingers*

I bit, thanx OP. I have been using the old BF2 headphones and boom mic thing and the pads fell off so they are really uncomfortable. So then I started hanging them off of my AT500's and that is just rediculous although it works. So now I am happy. Hopefully they are comfortable.

I have an Audigy 2ZS as well, please report the difference in sound. Even though this deal will probably be dead by then.

This unit runs at 1.8GHz with its AMD Sempron 3200+ processor. This unit has 768 megabytes of PC-2700 RAM and a 40 Gig HDD. It has a 15.4" widescreen LCD with absolutely no dead pixels. This unit has no cosmetic blemishes, and was handled with care at all times. The only reason why I am getting...

Great pics! You guys have the e1405. This will be my next laptop, I am selling my ZV6000 because it is just so heavy, and I will be needing something a bit smaller. E1405 FTW! I am also looking at the HP Dv2000t. Not sure the extra $$$ is worth it though

That newegg deal is pretty sweet. I just paid $16.00 for 25ft of ethernet cable at my local radio suck :( I will have to get that newegg orange ethernet goodness! [H]ot deal indeed