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    The Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard

    I was disappointed in the functions of this keyboard. 1. USB passthrough is extremely slow, I think it might be USB1.0 2. The audio input/output jack are passthroughs also, unlike an integrated sound chip on the G510. 3. The media keys can not be set through software. 4. Macros are not as...
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    Seasonic X-560 Give-Away! 3 PSUs!

    Trusted brand Modular
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    My Rig Doesn't Work: BSOD at Windows Splash

    Hi, i recently set up a rig, but every timei run my computer in normal mode, it BSOD and restarts. However, I can run it in safe mode. Can you guys help me check for compatibility issues or if there is a problem with the ahrdware. Here is my rig: CPU: AMD Phenom II x3 710...
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    HELP! My (good) system is EXTREMELY laggy

    anyone know what the SeaTools results mean?
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    HELP! My (good) system is EXTREMELY laggy

    Well, I already have suspicions that it is my hard drive. But I just wanted to make sure it wasn't something else. Could it be CPU? motherboard? or videocard? And if it IS my harddrive failing, can I get a warranty drive from seagate (i am within warranty period)? It's still accessible, but...
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    HELP! My (good) system is EXTREMELY laggy

    I have restarted, that's why I notice windows gets stuck on the windows loading screen.
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    HELP! My (good) system is EXTREMELY laggy

    I am using only the bare minimum amount of programs. There are barely any resources being used on the computer, yet it was insanely laggy. My system was working fine earlier today, but it became like this after intense downloading and file transferring.
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    HELP! My (good) system is EXTREMELY laggy

    My system is currently EXTREMELY laggy to the point where I can not even watch videos. I'm not exactly sure what the problem is, and what I can do. Please help me! I've ran several tests already, but I can run more if people are willing to help me. Problems I have noticed: -Windows...
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    I want to play video game console on my monitor. Please help

    OK. I just bought a 22 inch Emprex monitor from Fry's. I haven't tested it out yet, but I'm pretty sure I'm going to keep it. In the interest of saving space in my dorm room, I was hoping to play video game consoles and maybe watch TV with it (watching TV is not really important to me, I can...
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    Playing PS2 through eVGA 8800gts?

    Hi, thanks for the replies. I need to check if my card has the S-Video cable you are talking about. As for the emulator suggestion, I don't really plan to emulate the ps2, I have the console. Can I use that cable and connect it direct to the monitor instead of a video card? I have a HANNS-G...
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    Playing PS2 through eVGA 8800gts?

    Hi, I'm in college right now and I don't really want to buy a TV. How would I go about playing PS2 and other consoles on my computer monitor? I skimmed through some info, and some say they play it through the video card? I have an eVGA 8800gts 320MB, but I don't want to use it if I don't have...
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    YMMV Seagate 750GB PATA for $56

    I will soon cry, just because I could not get in on this deal.
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    Thanks for another problem solved! Apparently, the Perfect Disk 8,0 I installed ran an auto system files optimization program, which is like constant defragmentation. Since you've been taking down my questions so quickly, can you help me with some of my other concerns? Monitor to...
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    Clicking hard drive! HELP

    Updates on HDD problem: I have been told by my friend that it's not *CLICKS* I am hearing, just heavy seeking sounds. However, I think it is very strange that my Hard drive jumps to 100% access rate every 5 seconds, even when idle. Is this normal at all? Should I be worried?
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    Ok thanks everyone, and special thanks to Bill.for taking the time. Most of my inquiries have been solved, except for the clicking hard drive. Updates on HDD problem: I have been told by my friend that it's not *CLICKS* I am hearing, just heavy seeking sounds. However, I think it is very...
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    Ok, I now have sound on my headphones connected to the FSB, but there is an ECHO. Is that an effect of HD? How should I try to configure this?
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    I wish I could give updates, but I'm still having trouble with my Harddrive: http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1222127 I've started checking for about. I'm trying to check for bad sectors while my hard drive is still functional. Any advice? Here's the specs to my computer, with...
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    My motherboard had a weird reaction today. I started my computer, and the Gigabyte LOGO screen came up. but instead of loading into bios, The logo slides upwards, leaving a black space below it. Then it freezes. WHAT is wrong with my computer??? This happens only SOMETIMES. I have to restart...
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    Clicking hard drive! HELP

    My new seagate hard drive started clicking after an improper shutdown. I'm not sure how to catergorize this clicking, so I'll describe it. Every 2-3 seconds, a round of 3 clicks occur, but only when I am actively using the HDD. it's not the normal loading sound, because it is extremely loud...
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    Gigabyte FSB no sound

    Right now I connected HD audio cord to the F_AUDIO pins on my motherboard, the p35-DS3R. The audio cable on the case has a 10 pin connector labled HD audio, a 10 pin connector labled AC97, Currently, I have installed the HD audio drivers from realtek, but there is still no reaction when I plug...
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    No internet connection with P35-DS3R

    I can't get on the internet with my Gigabyte DS3R. Please help me if you know what I am dealing with. Here is what I did after I installed my OS. I plugged in the ethernet cord into the appropriate slot I installed the realtek ethernet driver on the Gigabyte disk I restarted and made...
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    I was also wondering
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    New Question: Which screws should I be using to screw in my motherboard to the spacers?? I don't remember this motherboard coming with any screws, so which screws should I be using? Bump, sorry
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    Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme help

    Are people actually using the thermal paste with the Thermalright Ultra 120?
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    Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme help

    What about the Thermal paste? do people use it? Is it recommended?
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    Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme help

    Edit- Thanks for the previous replies. Now my main question is: 2. Is the thermal paste that comes with the Thermalright ultra safe to use on the CPU? Is it recommended to use thermal paste? I don't want to void any warranties or anything Hi, I've been around this forum asking tons of...
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    Several Questions about P35-DS3R

    Solved: Solved New Question: Which screws should I be using to screw in my motherboard to the spacers?? I don't remember this motherboard coming with any screws, so which screws should I be using? Just for reference, I have a CoolerMaster Centurino 532 1. My CoolerMaster case has a...
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    Which way should I point my fans for best results

    I have a CoolerMaster Centurino 532 which looks like this from the side: Most of this diagram is 2D, but I have a side fan too (originally a useless air duct) Which direction should I set the fans to blow to insure good airflow? Side note: This case has pores all over the front cover...
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    (Safe?)Pictures of my 120mm fan "ghetto" zip tie on HR-03 plus

    No comment on this method, but thanks for the pictures. Now I know there is NO WAY I can fit a HR-03 in my case with my 8800GTS.
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    New computer build of course!

    Hi, sorry if I'm threadjacking a little but I would like to know more about the GSkill 2GBNQ kit and the GA-P35-DS3R combo that is being suggested. Are GSkill ram highly compatible with the DS3R? I have both the GA-P35-DS3R and the GSkill 2GBNQ myself, but I haven't been able to test...
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    8800GTS loose in PCI-E ?

    Thanks for the responses. Yes, my motherboard has a latch at the end to "secure" the card. It still leaves a lot of room for side to side movement. For such a heavy card, it doesn't feel like the gold plated areas can handle the stress. I haven't screwed it into my case though, because I...
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    8800GTS loose in PCI-E ?

    Ok, this is actually my first time installing a video card by myself. So please take it easy on the comments. Here's my problem: i have an 8800GTS that fits too loosely in my pci-e slot.I can actually wiggle the card while is it in the slot. This is a picture to make this thread less...
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    Free External Drive Enclosure Deals (MIR)

    Hmm... nice thread Add this one: AMS VENUS DS3 DS-PL3507CBK Aluminum 3.5" USB 2.0 & FireWire By the way, this one has a fan.
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    Was the waiting game worth it?

    I really should be posting this at SD, but I figured there's a lot more hardware knowledgeable people here. OK, here's my story: starting 8/11/07(right after Q6600 price drop and the $20 newegg/paypal deal), I started purchasing parts from different stores, trying to look for the best deals I...
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    Where Do You Buy Your Fans From?

    yesbuy.net is good for low quantity purchase of yate loon fans.
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    Please help me select a fan

    This is for my Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme: S-Flex, Yate Loon LED , Normal Yate Loon ? I'm not worried about lifespan I know that S-flex fans last longer than Yate Loons, but that doesn't really matter to me, since the price of 1 s-flex is 3x the price of yate loon. I might as well...
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    Hard drive benchmarking program?

    Hi, I just bought a retail SATAII 500gb drive from circuit city for $95. I thought it was a decent deal, but now I'm concerned, because when I bought it, it was the last drive and it on the WRONG shelf. Anyways, I'm concerned that this drive is damaged, are there any programs I can use to...
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    Need help with new quad core system!

    What are the rules with mixing ram from different manufacturers? Even if I see 3.3 GB ram, will I be able to use all of the 3.3GB with 32bit windowsXP? For example: 2x 1gb GSkill and 2x OCZ Also, are there any drawbacks to using 64 bit XP? Will lots of software, drivers, and games be...
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    Need help with new quad core system!

    I actually have a few questions dealing with OSes, Drivers, and software, so I posted this here to avoid making multiple threads. This is mostly about hardware compatibility after all. If this is not OK, please move my thread. Thank you. Ok, I'm almost finished building my computer and I have...
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    Thermalright Ultra-120 Extreme question

    http://yesbuy.net/yateloon-120mm-super-silent-fan-black-d12sl-12-3pin-4pin-black.html Yate Loon fan mentioned up thread - $5 shipped Nothing super silent like it advertises, but it should run silently inside the case. Should be fine running with thermalright ultra 120 extreme. Anyone...
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