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TL: DR Version - any great gaming monitors, 27" or bigger, that are fairly immune to backlight bleed unevenness problems, or is this a fact of life. Long version follows: Hey all, So in playing with Alien: Isolation, I notice some backlight bleed on my current monitor, a Dell U2713HM...

Hi all, I'm currently using a quite powerful gaming rig using an Intel 3960X (Extreme) processor (NON-overclocked, aside from the stock Turbo mode built in by Intel) and have just begun folding with World Community Grid, a project that works on various disease research and humanitarian...

Hey all, I was wondering if my issue is isolated or if others can reproduce it. Please be aware that if you do reproduce it, it could very well result in a BSOD/hard reboot for your computer, so of course I want to warn you in advance - don't do it if you don't want to risk it - lol. With...

Hey all, Weird problem. I got a Memtest error with a new RAM configuration, but only first run, and only briefly, and can't reproduce it now. X48 Motherboard (ASUS P5E3 WiFi @P). I'd been trying some different RAM kits trying to find one both fast and stable. Had a stick die of one brand...

Hey all, Trying to get my new build 100% stable. (So close!) Right now, just working for stock. Passes everything (Memtest86+, OCCT, & SuperPi) *except* Prime95 on all four cores (which always likes to crash on Core 0), so after some reading, I'm trying to manually up vCore in an attempt...

Hey all! Newbie here who will be very appreciative for any help or suggestions! Relevant specs: -ASUS P5E3 Premium Wi-Fi Motherboard (BIOS 0505) -Intel QX9770 3.2 GHz Processor w/ Actic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro HS/Fan -Corsair Dominator DDR3 1600 MHz Memory X.M.P. (7-7-7-20) with...

Hey all, Already asking on the Corsair site, but I'd appreciate any input here too. Having memory problems on my new build (first one). Log to follow of what's been happening: ASUS P5E3 Premium Wi-Fi @P, 4 GB RAM. I used Corsair TWIN3X4096-1600C7DHXIN for the X.M.P. profiles since I'm...

Hey all, Just got a brand new 25.5" monitor (haven't tested it much yet - just a little - for a new build), and so far, I've found one stuck pixel (orangish). It's tiny...not that noticeable...upper right quadrant around the middle of the quadrant. I still need to inspect with other colors...

Hi all, Getting the last components for my first build and I'm looking forward to it. Took a quick look at the moteherboard (ASUS P5E3 Premium Wi-Fi @P) and have a few quick questions: 1.) It came with two optional fans that mount near the heatsink around the processor. They have a...

Hey all, Getting a Silverstone TJ-09 soon, and it comes with two fans built in. Because I like good cooling, I plan to install the three additional optional fans. There are two slots at the top of the case for them, and then one between the hard drive cages. Is there a best...

Heya all, Building a new rig and going with the ASUS P5E3 Premium Wi-Fi AP motherboard. I notice the PCIe x1 slot is in the middle of the two PCIe x16 slots. Three questions: 1.) If using one video card (probably at GTX 280)...though I believe that's a dual slot solution, can it go in...

Hey all, So I'm finally ready to pull the plug and order my new system last night, and I found out the monitor I'm banking on the Doublesight DS263-N, is being discontinued for a new model. Now, the 263-N is still available a few places like Newegg, but A) I don't really fancy getting a...

Hey all, Sorry if this has been asked before, but I did a search and didn't find a lot. I've been trying to find as firm an answer as I can on the release date of the R700 (the dual-chip 4870 essentially). I had read probably late August before, but I saw a rumor it may be much sooner than...

Hey all, I'm at a crossroads. I keep waiting on upgrading machines and was all set to go with something in the near future on the now mature X48 chipset, quad core processor, etc. Part of me, however, is worried about Nehalem and thinks maybe I should wait, because even though I can build...

Hi all, My friend has a Dell XPS 400 desktop - nice machine overall, but it's got an nVidia GeForce 7900GS graphics card. He wants to upgrade as there are some games lately that really tax that graphics card too much. My suggestion for him is a GeForce 9800 GTX as that seems to have a lot...

Hi all, Been researching more for my build, and I'm really confused in regards to dual channel memory. (This is in regards to X48 mobos by the way, specifically looking at the ASUS P5E3 Premium WiFi). I know the boards supports several speeds of DDR3 including 1333, 1600, 1800 (O.C.)...

Hey all, First off, I realize this stuff will be mad crazy expensive and a lot of people aren't fans of DDR3 at this juncture because of price, so please no flames - I'm certainly not decided on it, but I'd like all the information at least. Does anyone know when we can expect to see some...

Hey all, Considering the Doublesight 26" monitor, and I could probably be happy with it as is, but one thing I really would like is an adjustable stand. I just recently learned there's such a thing as an aftermarket LCD stand (I guess I just assumed they were all proprietary) - here's a...

Hey all, Building a new rig, and the unexpectedly hardest part seems to be picking a new monitor as it seems there's no perfect solutions, so I need suggestions. I work a lot on my PC (spreadsheets, web pages, e-mail etc.), so a good work screen is a must. Swivel would be very nice but...

Working on a computer that has 1 GB DDR 400 (PC 3200) memory manufactured by a company called Spektek. Usually I try my darndest to match memory exactly, but this stuff is hard to find and a general pain. Should I have any problems if, say, I bought a stick of another brand with the same...

Hey all, Building a new rig soon (keep delaying and delaying but the time looks to finally be coming). I've been all set to go with an X48 (prolly Gigabyte or Asus DDR3 model) board and single 9800GX2 video card when it's released. But, my thinking now is maybe, since the X48's support...

Heya - quick question. Going to be building my new system soon (first build ever). Obviously I'd like to burn in/test for stability once it's done. I'll be running Vista 64. What's standard practice/best practice for burning in a new machine? Thanks!

I'm trying to understand something, and I'd appreciate some help as I'm building soon. Okay, so I'm thinking about one of the new X38 boards with DDR3 support...probably either the Gigabyte GA-X38T-DQ6 or the ASUS P5E3 Deluxe w/ WiFi. Both look like great boards. (Yes, I know DDR3 is pricey...

Hey all, Buying very soon, and I decided I (probably) want to go next-gen X38 (so DDR3). Both the ASUS P5E3 Deluxe w/ WiFi and the Gigabyte GA-X38T-DQ6 look like amazing boards, and I can't decide. Was all set on the Gigabyte til I read more about the ASUS, and now I'm not really sure. I...

Hey all, So I'm deciding which keyboard I want for my new build. The issue is, ideally, I'd like something that will fit (with a mouse) on a 29" tray pullout for my desk. Does anyone have the *real* length of these two keyboards (or either one)? I don't trust a lot of the figures I...

Hey all, Been planning my new rig for months now...changing...changing again...etc...etc... Finally close to pulling the plug, but should I? I want to note first...this'll be my first new machine (my very first complete build too) in 6 years. I build 'em top of the line and try to get a long...

Hey all, You know, upgrading computers soon, and I'm excited and all about playing a few games (BioShock, HL2 [which I never got to play yet believe it or not], and some others). But I have to say, a lot of the games I grew up loving...games that should be spectacular with today's hardware...

Hey all, Well, as I've been researching PC parts, etc., my plan for building a new rig has changed significantly. I was all set to go with a Silverstone TJ-09 when I was planning a SLI rig, but now I'm wondering if that's going to be too big for my needs, so I'd like a few other suggestions...

Heya all, Here's my situation. Upgrading PC's soon. Probably going with an X-Fi sound card (nicest one without the whole front bay thing I'll never use =oP). Anyways, in the past I've always had 2.1 sound. Don't get me wrong - I *like* 2.1 sound. But, especially after experiencing...

Hey all, So I've been planning to build a new computer for myself for quite some time now. My current rig is venerable but over 5 years old now (bought October 2001). (Though I have given it some upgrades along the way). I think that's pretty good for a system. =o) I want to go with...

Saw this on another site - lookie lookie: http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=249650 Pretty high price tag, BUT cheaper than the Striker Extreme and with built-in X-Fi. If this has the goods and is actually a stable 680i, definitely going to be the one I go with...

Hey all, I'm building my dream system soon and still playing with components, but right now my biggest question besides the mobo is the PSU. Essentially, I want something with plenty of power and dependability for the current machine, and if possible, upgradeability later. I'd ideally...