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    Guide to SSD Installation and Optimization

    I recently installed my X25-M 80GB G2 with Windows 7 Ultimate x64 I've been searching around for a complete guide to installing and optimizing SSD's with zero bugs but all I found were tidbits of information. If anyone knows of one please link it OR we can just start one here. Basically I...
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    eSATA enclosure can't get Temp and SMART Info

    So I picked up the VOX esata enclosure and I put a spare 750GB Hitachi 7k1000. This drive gets pretty damn hot so I want to keep an eye on it. At first I was able to get the temps. That is, until I upgraded my JMicron Controller drivers to try to fix the AHCI transfer speed problem. Long...
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    Sound card for Klipsch Promedia 2.1 System

    I just picked up these magnificent speakers but I don't feel like I'm getting what I paid for. Would I need a sound card for this setup? Any recommendations for sound cards under $100?
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    HD4890 or hold off?

    After BCB the 4890's will only be ~$140 should I go for it or wait for the 5800's to go down in price? I'm upgrading from an 8800GT SC, but 140 is getting so hard to pass up! :(
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    What Sound card for $100

    I'm finally upgrading from my integrated sound card. Whats my best bang for the buck? I'm gonna ask my secret santa to pick it up for me and the limit is $100 this year. :D
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    HD5770 CF vs. HD5870

    Which one? i have a i7 920 with a GIGABYTE GA-EX58-UD3R Mobo and HX620 PSU. Please advise.
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    ZZF AEROCOOL Hi-Tech7 Pro EN52338 Steel/Plastic Mid Tower Case Black Retail 59.99

    I don't usually post deals...but this is a sick looking case! Just has to get some input. :eek: AEROCOOL Hi-Tech7 Pro EN52338 Steel/Plastic Mid Tower Case Black Retail 59.99 http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=10011092&prodlist=cj
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    ASUS 25.5" LCDs HOT or not?

    ASUS VK266H Black 25.5" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor - $240 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236046R ASUS VK266H Black 25.5" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor - $228 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236047R So they have a...
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    Need SLI mobo for new Quad build

    ill be running it with a q6700 and overclocking it. also 9600gt's in SLI What are some good solid SLI mobos (90 degree sata ports are a plus)?
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    Overvolting G.Skill Ram

    ive tried everything to get my Q6700 to 3.6. Just wondering if its safe to overvolt this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231122 to lets say...2.0v?
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    Bios Voltages vs. CPU-Z Voltages

    Which one should I pay attention to when maxing out my cpu specs? Ive been having trouble OCing my Q6700. I've maxed it out to 1.5025 in the bios but i get a VDROP to 1.46V. I was just wondering if i can push it further without going out of its specs.
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    Q6700 Problem with reading CPU temp (not core temps)

    Im using Everest Ultimate to monitor my temps but for some reason the CPU temp is staying constant at 25 no matter what load i put on it. The core temps change and are reading just fine.
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    EVGA Step-Up from 8800GT SC to 8800GTS 512

    Is it worth it to step-up from an 8800GT Superclocked to a 8800GTS 512mb? And how does this step-program work exactly? edit: the cost of the step up is an extra $83.39
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    IP35 PRO Bios resets when i try to change the settings???

    It seems i have a rare compatibility problem with my ABIT IP35 Pro board and HX620. Ive been using it for a good 3 months and was able to get it to 3.4 @ 1.4675v. I try to push it more and it seems whatever change i make in the bios is resetting once i save them. Once i save and restart...
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    Looking for a new PSU to REPLACE my HX620

    It seems i have a rare compatibility problem with my ABIT IP35 Pro board and HX620. Ive been using it for a good 3 months and was able to get it to 3.4 @ 1.4675v. I try to push it more and it seems whatever change i make in the bios is resetting once i save them. Once i save and restart...
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    Looking for Mesh 5.25" Drive Bay covers for P180

    I have 2 extra drive bay slots and i want to increase airflow in my case. Ive seen the Lian Li drive bay covers but theyre 20 bucks a piece! I wish i could run the Kama Bay but i dont have 3 extra slots. :( Any ideas where i can find them? or if anyone modded their P180 let me know!
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    WTB: Coolermaster Cosmos 5.25 Drive bay covers

    Like the title says! i need 2 of them!
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    P180B Fan Choices and Improving Air Flow

    My specs are in my sig. The harddrive is located in the lower bay so it is isolated from the main bay. So far there are 4 fans in my P180B. The 3 Stock Tricools and the Scythe S-Flex SFF21F for my TRUE120. Im running the Tricools on LOW and my temps are as follows @ idle: Core1: 45c...
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    FS: Vista Home Premium, Intel DG33TL

    Vista Home Premium OEM - $80 shipped Intel DG33TL - $100 Picked up $110 Shipped Ebay User is bnhoang86. i also have references on honda-tech. i dont usually buy and sell computer parts on forums.
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    Ran Prime95. Not sure what results mean?

    Hey guys, first of all im new to OCing. My specs are in my sig. i started changing the FSB without raising the vcore. im at the lowest vcore my board has with that CPU. Started at 280mhz, then 301mhz, then now 310mhz with a 10x mulitplier. ran prime for 280 and 301 for 8 hours...
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    My first OCing Log

    Well i recently purchased a Q6700 and Abit IP35 Pro for my first rig since my Athlon XP 2500+. My complete specs are in my sig and used AS5. Pretty much I wanted to break it in about 200 hours before i started OCing. I'm using Everest Ultimate to measure temps. Base line: Q6700 @ 2.66...
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    Coretemp reports q6700 as qx6700?!?

    why is coretemp reporting my q6700 as a qx6700???
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    Need help on deciding on a Intel Mobo for New build

    Im gonna be OCing a q6700 to 3.5ghz. Will be running one video card (8800GT), One 750GB Hitachi , one dvd burner. pretty much it!!! What would you guys recommend? :confused:
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    Opinions on first Q6600 build!

    this will be my first build. i'm going to be using this rig mainly for Adobe Audition, Mix Meister, Photoshop, Illustrator, some video editing, music production, and the occasional CS:Source and 1.6. (NOT A HUGE GAMER) any suggestions will be appreciated! :) Processor: Q6600 G0 Stepping (Will...
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    Q on USB HDD Adapters

    i need to pick up a USB to Sata/ide adapter for 3.5 drives and 2.5 drives. any recommendations? Something like these http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812232002 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812156102...
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    FS: E6300 Core 2 Duo + Intel DG965WH Mobo

    Like the title says. Got a brand new E6300 C2D + intel DG965WH Mobo BNIB Full retail. I opened the box to check out the heatsink pretty much. I'm also throwing in the copy of Windows Vista Premium RC1. Looking for $280 SHIPPED OBO Newegg Links: Intel DG965WH Motherboard...
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    FS: E6300 Core 2 Duo + Intel DG965WH

    Like the title says. I have a Brand new, never used E6300 (SOLD) and Intel DG965WH Mobo For sale. I opened the package to check out the stock heatsink, thats pretty much it. i was going to build my new rig with it but decided to get an e6600 instead :) :) Link for Mobo Specs...
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