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    New Issues with Previously-Stable 2500k

    Hey all, I've had my trusty 2500k running at 4.5ghz stable at a safe voltage for roughly 5 years. Recently, I have started to get hard crashes sporadically; no BSOD, locks up and restarts, sometimes takes a few boots to get back to BIOS and to Windows. System setup: Gigabyte z77x-ud5h...
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    Three Monitor / Displayport Question

    Hi Guys, I just purchased a third monitor (Benq xl2411z) for 144hz gaming, and am having trouble finding some answers to my situation. Currently I have a Qnix 27" (2560x1440) connected via DVI-D and a Receiver (with TV downstream) connected via HDMI. Given that the Benq and the Qnix are...
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    2.1, Buy New Speakers?

    Hey - I am looking for some opinions on my computer audio setup. I've had this setup for about 3 years now, but have felt that it is either a bit lacking at "everyday" volume or not ideal for near-field listening. I'd say I'm 40% games, 40% music and 20% movies. I have a pair of older model...
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    C2D: problem solving my OC

    It looks like the ship has sailed on overclocking C2Ds, but I've read everything I could get my eyes on and haven't been able to figure out where I am going wrong with my e8500. This post is for those who like to figure out problems. I've got a Gigabyte ep45-ud3r, the cpu on an upgraded HSF...
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    Old Audigy 2 & Old Amp: Need to go new?

    Hola -- I've got a few questions regarding my audio setup; I have an Audigy 2 zs platinum with the external bay, an amp and some old sony rear speakers. I will be purchasing some Axiom bookshelfs, plus an Axiom sub tomorrow. Games, music and movies split the audio time pretty evenly. Audigy...
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    Use old HT equip for PC?

    I've got a few questions regarding my current audio setup. I've got a 15 year old Sony amp that puts out "overall output: 135W (front, at rear/center off at 8 ohms)" for the front speakers, which is all I will be using. First, do I take that to mean RMS or peak? I've taken that info from...
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