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    5850 upgrade question

    Currently have a 5850, and thinking about a ASUS 560Ti CUII. Would it be worth it? rest of system i7 950 Asus Formula 3 6gb ddr3 1600 earth watts 650
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    i7-950 + dominator Ram= what cooler

    I have been leaning towards a Thermaltake Frio. But have read where HUGE coolers like this can interfere with ram slots. I have a Rampage 3 Formula, 6 gb Corsair Dominator. What will fit? I could possibly go for a H50. But that is tops I want to pay. I'd like to keep it around the $60 area...
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    Rampage 3 Formula Driver cd

    Just got one from Newegg Open box, didn't get the driver Cd. Anyone make a ISO of theirs for me? Or point me in the direction of one.. Or where to BUY one? Looked on Asus Estore, couldn't find one... ?
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    socket 939 questions.

    I have a friend who has a single core amd 3500. I have a 4800 x2 toledo. he's on xp pro. Will he need to reload windows if we swap cpu's? Can we make it work without reloading windows?
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    5850

    Any brands to stay away from? Going to be looking soon. May even go with the 5870:eek: So long as my Gf don't kill me.......
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    1st over clock- temps?

    Noob at this. it's a Asus p5q Pro,C2Q Q9550, 4gb G Skill DDR2 1066, Xfx GTX 260 Blackedition, Have 3 hdds- 3 os installs(one xp, win7x64, win7 x64 on a ssd) Right now it is 3.399.8 with temps around 44c while typin this. While playing America's Army 3 it goes to 51-54c. What is too HOT...
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    WTB PCI video card

    Fixed......
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    possible new build/ upgrade questions

    Ok to start I am currently running: ASUS P5Q Pro LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 Yorkfield 2.83GHz 12MB L2 Cache LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory XFX...
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    upgrade ?

    What type of gains will be from a 260 to a 280? It's only gonna cost me $100 to get it, then I'll have another card to sell to make it cheaper. Will it be worth it?
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    Win7 key question

    I have a Win7 Ultimate key and a 32 bit install, will the key work on a 64 bit install?
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    BAD BAD Medusa experience

    Bought a pair of Speedlink Medusa Nx5.1 headset. Had the left front speaker QUIT working. Now comes the nightmares. I paid $110 shipped to me. The product must be returned to the UK. UPS said $120!?!? USPS said $38. So I went with the USPS. Today I get a email, from Merencourt(who is distrib...
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    looking for server

    A friend of mine is wanting to get a dual quad core server for running a few games and stuff. Trying to keep it under $2000.....
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    HDDErase3.1 & kingston SSD

    Loaded win7 32 bit. Want to try my 64 bit. Will Hdderase3.1 work to wipe it out? I have a Kingston 80gb M series (x25m- rebadged.
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    Presario sr5310f lan drivers

    I'm looking for drivers for the lan on a Compaq Presario sr5310F. I came with Vista they want Xp but I can't find lan drivers. So far what I found off of the realtek website. Installs and then the network card says it's a 1394 and I can't get onto my network. I admit to being a amateur and...
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    Intel X25m + CM Storm Scout $289

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.264532&nm_mc=EMC-IGNEFL100209&cm_mmc=EMC-IGNEFL100209-_-Combo-_-LF4A-_-Combo264532
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    Forte/Xbox360 question

    Ok, i use my monitor for my 360. Right now it's hooked up to a set of small 2.1 Altec lansing . I was wondering how I could hook up the 360 to a Auzen Forte? I was thinking using a stereo adapter into the line in. could I use the Toslink? So I come to the experts..... How do I do it.
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    Sound card for gaming/music

    Had a Creative Xtreme Gamer XFI card that seems to not want to let the mic work. IT's about 6 years old now. Maybe more. But what sound cards would you replace it with? Onboard audio SUCKS!
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    Sound card for gaming/music

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    Kingston Mseries ssd

    Got the knockoff Intel drive. it has a firmware of 8610. Is this the newest? I tried the INtel firmware update tool, but it says it's not a INTEL ssd. and quits out. Loaded Win7 x86 ultimate RTM and ran the performance score. hard drive scored a 7.7 whole computer 7.3 My question is...
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    which to buy-SSD

    1st- I'm SO bummed by the PRICE hike on the G2's// That being said- Which would be the better dirve- a OCZ vertex 60 or the G1 Intel x25? they are about the same price. I'm so confused!!!!!!!!
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    Mobo upgrade ?

    I currently have a ASUS P5Qpro, Q9550,4gb DDR2 1066 etc.. I was wondering if I would gain anything by going to a 790i Ultra and ddr3 something memory? I am also planning on a Intel SSD at some point. Vid card is a XFX GTX 260 Black Edition. I need to upgrade my GF too- so I could use my...
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    Windows Messenger- How much bandwidth

    Fondation- 1.5mb DSL ( ALL I CAN GET) I have 3 computers and game on one. One of the others dude does 3-4 Messenger windows and surfs, 3rd plays Pogo.com games. I start lagging at different times and was wondering, what uses the most internet juice- Messenger, Myspace Crap, Trying to make it...
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    Buy now or wait-SSd

    What is around the corner and how far is that corner? Should I wait and get a G2? OCZ Vertex? How long till the g2's show up again anyone know?
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    SSD which is better?

    OCZ Technology Vertex 2.5" 60GB SATA II Solid State Drive http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0304103 with rebate comes to $169 before shipping. or SUPER TALENT UltraDrive ME FTM64GX25H 2.5" 64GB SATA II MLC...
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    Upgrade Q's?

    I have this card XFX GX260NADBF Black Edition GeForce GTX 260 896MB 448-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150330 and was wondering if it would be worth going to this card XFX GX285XZWBF GeForce GTX 285 1GB...
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    Upgrade ???

    I have G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F2-8500CL6D-4GBNQ - Retai http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231226 running on a ASUS P5Q Pro mobo with a Q9550 cpu and XFX GX260 Black Edition vid card. I was...
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    HAF 932 0r????

    I saw where some people have problems with the toolless design and a 260 vid card. I got a 260 vid card...... SO anyone have troubles getting their card in it? I want a full size case. I have a budget Antec that is 3-4 years old or more, and I can barely fit everything in. I would not mind...
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    PS going out?

    Can a bad Ps cause the computer to appear to come on but monitor doesn't. Have to hard restart once or twice. Before the Monitor does. It's a 4800x2 sckt 939 Asus A8n32sli deluxe 2 gb ddr400 Evga 8800 gts unknown power supply....
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    Speedfan Question

    Will it show in the LCD of a Logitech G15? If so how do you do it?
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    About to upgrade- Would like opinions

    I'm a beginner so to speak. I have a X2 4800+ sckt 939 on a Asus A8N32sli, XFX GX260 Black edition. I've been looking at upgrading. here is my plan so far- Q9550( I like the 12 mb L2) or maybe a Q6600- I've got a Zalman 8700( I think I still have all the brakets) but will the stock CPU...
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    P45 or 780I??

    Looking to upgrade. Not sure which way to go- it's going to be either a Q6600,Q9550. I've seen Mobo;s with the P45 chipset and others with the 780i. I have a single XFX 260 Black Edition vid card. Raptor 150, one sata DVD and one IDE DVD. GIGABYTE GA-EP45-UD3R LGA 775 Intel P45 XFX...
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    upgrade help

    I've got a AMD X2 4800 sckt939 on a Asus A8N32(think that's it) and got a XFX GX260 Black Edition vid card. L4dead has a pause in it during game. I can get a Q9300 for 179.99 The I7 920 for maybe 230-IF the Fry's deal is still going..... Not sure which way I should go- I'm on a VERY limited...
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    Good card?

    Is this a decent deal on a good card ? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150330 It's a XFX GX260 Black Edition. $249 after rebate. What would be a good match for mobo and cpu memory for it. I'm on a small budget. can only buy one thing at a time......
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    upgrade questions

    i have a EVGA 8800GTS right now. I'm running a 4800 x2 939 on a Asus A8N32-SLI Deluxe. 2 gb ram. Truepower 650 PSU. Will upgrading to this XFX GeForce GTX 260 Black Edition Video Card - 896MB DDR3-216 core make a big difference? I play- Battlefield 2142,Combat Arms,Far Cry2, Crysis, and many...
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    which one is best>20"/22"

    I'm looking at getting a new monitor. I game for fun- BF2142,Crysis, TDU and on. I was looking at these monitors. LG : L226WTQ-BF 22" http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8357379&type=product&id=1177112467150 Samsung 206BW I know it's a 20"...
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    A8N32-SLI help needed

    I just bought one that was just the bare motherboard. No manuals,drivers,etc... I don't know which driver download I need. I will be running a 4800 x2 and a EVGA 8800 GTS. I have a Raptor 150g, and a Samsung SH-S183L(but this may not get used is it gives me any more troubles) Xfi Extremegamer...
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    Antec TruePower Trio 650W

    Anyone know if they are decent or not? I think I may be experiencing a cheap power supply and am looking for a new one. here is a link http://shop2.outpost.com/product/4947861
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    UPS any good?

    Is this UPS any good? Belkin Components 1500 VA Dual Form Factor Small Enterprise UPS F6C1500-TW-RK http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0210561 All the storms lately have me worried.
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    DVD drive/ide channel questions

    I just got a Raptor 150gig SATA hdd and have 2 dvd drives. Both were hooked up master/slave on the same ide channel. Would there be any benefit to hooking them up to different channels as both masters? one is a standard readonly, the other is a HP lightscribe rw. Any help would be appreciated...
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    cod 2 weird problem

    I got a Raptor 150 and treid reinstalling COD 2. If I click on the single player it comes back with please insert the right CD/DVD. Or unable to find it. But multiplayer will run just fine?????? What am I missing here. And I'm in no way anywhere close to a Computer tech so keep it simple for me...
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