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    What is the max load temp I shoudl be getting on my i7 920

    I am at 195X20 (3.9ghz) on my 920 (D0 stepping) at the moment. It seems like I am not getting any prime/Intelburntest errors but my temps go to 92 once in a while. Do you guys think this is too high? Should I step back a bit? What is the max temps I should be hitting without my computer...
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    Need a little help overclocking my i7 rig

    Hey guys, so my comp is in sig, except it currently has 6gb of RAM because one of the sticks was defective. I'd like to overclock it and just need some basic advice. 1. Are speedfan + prime 95 + memtest the only software I need? 2. In speedfan, there are temps for each of the 4 cores as well...
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    Need some help testing my RAM

    Hey guys so I put 12gb of G skill into my i7 920 build. I am almost certain one or more of the 6 sticks is messed up (very very long story, if it becomes important I will try to describe it here) and I am just wondering if there is any software that can which sticks are messing up. Also... is...
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    Need help booting from a SATA optical drive

    Hey guys, I have an asus p6t with only a SATA optical drive. I have 12 gigs of RAM so I will be using a 64 bit OS (this is probably irrelevant.) I am sure this is a common problem but I have no floppy and my OS boot dvd is not loading. Can someone give me some suggestions... I have read about...
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    Need some major help with my new Rig

    I wasn't sure where to post this because I'm not exactly sure what the problem is. I will try to summarize what happend. Here is the rig I just built last night: CM690 case Asus P6T Motherboard Intel i7 920 2X eVGA GTX260 vid cards Corsair 850TX PSU WD Black 1TB hdd WD VRaptor hdd lg 22x...
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    Need some major help with my new Rig

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    Need some help OCing my new rig

    Hey guys, I just ordered a new rig, it should be here by tomorrow or wed. I overclocked my old system but I don't remember almost anything anymore and need some safe temps,safe voltages etc to use as reference. Any help, a guide, personal advice, etc would be very helpful. I hear having 12 gigs...
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    Looking for recommendations for a psu with about 850W

    I am getting am i7 rig with 2 x gtx260s oc anyone have any recommendations for a psu rated at ~850w+ and preferably with 4 pcie 6 pin power connectors. Thanks guys
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    Looking for help with finding a Display which is bigger than 24"

    Hey guys, I am willing to spend up to about 700 dollars on a display. I am not a professional graphics designer etc. I mostly play games, use photoshop, browse, etc... nothing special This is my rig: http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=15624227 I have 2...
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    Looking for a 2.1 speaker system

    Willing to spend about 200 bucks on one. Don't need anything too fancy but would like decent quality. Any suggestions would be appreciated Thanks! Here is my rig in case it matters http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=15624227
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    eVGA GTX260 OC

    Hey guys, I plan to be buying a 24+inch monitor to run 1920. Do you think my rig will be able to handle most games without any problems or should i drop some cash on another 260 for sli? Here are the parts that are on their way here...
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    Looking for help on a $2000 - $2500 build

    I have been completely out of the loop as of 3 years ago since you guys helped me build my current PC. I am in the US I am looking for a new system now. I do not need a monitor, mouse, kb I am looking for any opinions you guys have for the best parts for me at this pricepoint Even if you...
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    Low 3dmark scores. A little help please

    Hey guys I have a BFG 7800GTX OC (460/1300) and am running @ 2.5ghz with my x2 3800+ .... my 3dmark06 score is 3940 and my 3dmark05 score is 7466.... these seem lower than what i should be getting according to other peoples posts. Can anyone give me some suggestions as to why this may be...
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    7800GTX temp readings

    Screenshot Anyone know why everest and the nvidia software are giving me different readings?
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    Finally Overclocked my X2, just a couple of questions

    Comp specs in sig: I just did a quick OC last night to 2.5ghz, the temp is ~35 at idle and like 44 at full load. What full load temp is a pretty safe temp to run if i like leaving my comp on 24/7? My my voltage is at 1.5, is it safe to go higher? How high? I got the RAM to 2.5 3 2 7 @ 250...
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    Monitoring Temps

    Hey guys, I am currently using everest to monitor temps and it's working well, but i was just wondering if ther eare any simpler programs that don't take up as many resources. Also, when I check my nvidia control panel for my 7800gtx temp... i'm getting like 63 idle but everest shows 51 for...
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    Safe voltage/temps for x2 3800+

    I'm especially interested in the voltage. About to overclock. Thanks
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    Need a bit advice OCing

    Can anyone recommend a good OC guide out there (the more detailed the better...)? Thanks I will be using everest to check temps What is a temp and voltage that's pretty safe for the cpu? (I am at 29C at idle right now) Thanks for any help guys =)
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    Please help... having issues with my comp

    So my northbridge chipset fan broke so i had to replace it... the company sent me a new one and i replaced it (had to fight w the mobo and stuff a bit in the process cuz i didn't want to unplug anthing). plugged everything in finally and turned on the comp... all the fans worked fine computer...
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    I need your help please. Having problems with my SATA drives

    Hey guys, I have an 80 gig raptor (Drive 1), and two 250gb hitachi sata drives (drive 2 and drive 3). Monday morning I decided to format the raptor.... however it shows up as drive D in the windows setup utility.... the way I got around this last time around was by simply unplugging drive 2...
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    Need some help with something I am working on

    I'm not exactly sure that this is the topic it should be posted under but here goes nothing. I am in the process of designing a rest that you would rest your elbow on. It would attach to the arm of any chair. I would have a mechanism that allows it to move in the x and z axis but not in the...
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    BFG 7800GTX OC getting high temps and 3dmark 05 problem ... please help

    so i'm trying to run 3dmark 05 (free edition) ... it goes thruough 2 of the tests and when it opens up the third one it just says a problem occured and the program shuts down. Also my idle temps are 59C and it was 76C after those 2 tests. What is going on here
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    Too much RAM being used up, pls help

    So i just put together my machine (in sig). Haven't overclocked yet. I'm using xp... i played a couple of games but turned them off am running azureus and a couple other things but nothing crazy. When I hit ctrl alt del right now it says commit charge 2546/4011 and at one point windows...
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    What is going on with my drives? Please help

    My specs are in sig. Basically my computer seems to recognize these drives in the following order: 120 GB PATA Drive as the first one Hitachi Raptor Hitachi When I installed windows on the raptor it forced the install on D for some reason. The two hitachis were...
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    Turn my new rig on and it just shows Lanparty logo :(

    Hey guys, basically I turn on my comp and I just see the NF4 Lanparty Logo.... I tried delete and every F key... nothing happens... it just stays on that screen. Am I missing something?
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    Pics of almost completed P180

    Hey guys, the only component I don't have is the RAM. I still have to mod my BFG 7800GTX OC (zip tie a fan to the HS) and i'm gonna put that baby in there (that thing is HUGE) I obviously have to still cut the zip ties and stuff. This is my first time building a comp so...
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    Need help please. Picture included

    I got a fan that has "bare wires" and svc suggested i get this adapter. Where do I put the bare wires into? I can fit them into the big one and into little holes on top of the small one (but the wires just go "through and through" http://img423.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img05646mz.jpg...
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    Problem with my P180 Please help

    I'm not sure if this is the correct topic for this but I couldn't find any other topics dealing with cases. When I close the cover I can only screw one screw in.... the other hole is covered as shown in the picture. http://img334.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img05619xu.jpg...
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    Location of temperature probes

    I will be overclocking my X2 3800+ as much as it will go, however I want to make sure to not go above like 55C at load. I have heard that motherboard sensors are not very accurate... so If it would show me like 55, is it possible my temp is actually ~60C? I also have two Cooldrive 6s (fan...
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    So I finally got my comp and hooked up the Big typhoon

    Well, i attached it toally not how it said in the manual. I took the soft "bracket" and put it in the back of the motherboard, then i just screwed the screws in from the back of the motherboard and put the nuts from the top.... (couldnt get a screwdriver in there lol) I also replaced the fan...
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    Should i replace the TT BT fan with a D12SM-12

    The D12SM-12 is rated at 33dba and 70.5 cfm while the thermaltake fan is rated at a lower dba but 56 (or somethign) CFM. Will replacing the fan help me out and by how much? (1C? 5C?) thanks
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    Crazy russian site linking to mods around the globe :)

    This is why i love being russian.... we're crazy :D http://www.crazyrussian.com/02/entry_1461.php#body http://www.crazyrussian.com/02/entry_1484.php#body http://www.crazyrussian.com/02/entry_1419.php#body
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    What is a safe voltage to run my x2 3800+ at?

    I have a big typhoon HSF (will lap it) and it is inside of an Antec P180 with 4X 70CFM yate loons. It is a BV model number so i guess it is a manchester Thanks
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    Is there a difference between 2yr old AS5 and new AS5?

    The reason i'm asking is.... my friend has 2 yr old stuff... but i also have stuff coming on monday. He was going to come up to my dorm to help me out (that's the only day he can make it) with putting together the comp. I guess you see where this is going :) .... I can either do it myself with...
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    New system finally in the mail :)

    Hey guys, just wanted to thank everyone for helping me pick out my parts. You guys were great. Everything should be here during the week and i'll be putting it together this sunday. Here are the components in the mail: AMD Athlon X2 3800+ DFI LANPARTY UT nF4 Ultra-D Socket 939 NVIDIA...
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    Which slots to put my ram into on DFI ultra D: orange ones? yellow ones? one yellow o

    Any help would be appreciated. thanks yes i'm a noob :)
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    What would be the advantage of replacing the cooler on my BFG 7800GTX OC

    I was thinking about getting the VF-700... is it worthit? thanks
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    BFG 7800GTX OC for 435 shipped... box not closed good deal?

    So this guy with 65-0-0 heat offered me this card sealed a couple days ago. he says that he does not have it yet. Now I just get this msg from him: "thanks for the email address. card should be here monday and go out either the same day or tues. if it arrives before i leave the house on...
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