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    Best 1440p Monitor?

    So I sold my U3011 setup when I moved into my new house and have been running on an Asus VW266H for a year now and its time to step it up. This will be for gaming only (and obv. web browsing). I was originally looking to go the 21:9 route as I know a lot of MMO players really enjoy them, but...
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    Replacing my U3011 - 27" 1440p or 21:9?

    Due to a recent move I had to part with my beloved U3011. Currently I'm working off an old Asus 24" 1080p monitor and it is just about that time to replace it. I'm running a GTX 970, there's a slight chance I'll add another or make a push to maybe a ti. I have a 680 in the closet and between...
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    Upgrading from i7-950... 4790k, 5820k, or wait?

    Basically I'm looking to upgrade my CPU/Mobo/Ram and recycle my current into my Fiance's computer to beef it up. The problem is I don't want to do it for an arm and a leg, but I'd like to get the best bang for my buck, and the best options available. My system is used almost entirely for...
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    Best rear venting 970?

    I have a positive pressure case and am looking for the best rear venting 970 to run 3440x1440 21:9. I am big on noise, and since I may need to run a sli setup due to the resolution, I'm really concerned about getting the best bang for my buck. A reference 970 would be fantastic, but because of...
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    Which card do I want for 3440x1440 in an FT-02 Case?

    Basically two questions. Which GPU do I want to power a 21:9 3440x1440 monitor, and which model do I want to handle the 90 degree mobo rotation of the Silverstone FT-02. I ask because of the way the intake and exhaust on the cards would work in this case, do I want a blower or not etc...
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    I'm torn... LG 34" 21:9 or 4k, help me choose.

    Just bought a new house and free'd up some desk space by parting with my PLP setup and my Dell U3011 1600p monitor. I'm looking to upgrade but to only one monitor this time around and I pretty much have my sight set on the LG 34UM95 or LG 34UC97 curved version. Being that the monitor will not...
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    Looking for possible single card upgrade for PLP 20-30-20

    Looking to upgrade my GTX680 to either a 970 or 980, but am not sure what my best bet is. I run a PLP setup and can stretch a game or two windowed to 4960x1600 but mostly run at 1600p on the 30inch alone. I play mostly MMO's, FPS, and Mobas, but I'm looking forward to GTA V and Shadow of...
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    Would getting rid of my U3011 be downgrading? (For Portrait/1440p)

    Alright, I'm not sold on 3x1 Portrait yet. I have a U3011 and am probably not going to be dumping the money into buying 1-2 more of them, and it's nearly impossible to find decent 2007FP's to run PLP. I don't want to spend too much money out of pocket in upgrading since I'm moving into a new...
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    WTB: Dell 2007fp IPS Monitors (Buying 1-2)

    As title says, looking for TWO(2) Dell 2007fp IPS monitors. If you have one it would be great, if you have two it would be the greatest. Must be working and in very good condition, no other panels, only the IPS 2007fp. Thanks!
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    Debating parting ways with my U3011 for one or two 16:9's

    Before we begin, I wouldn't dare type this post on my beloved U3011. She's been good to me, I love her. My setup is currently a U3011 1600p and an Asus 26" 1080p monitor I use for all the side stuff, browsing apps etc while I game on the U3011. It looks something like this: While I love...
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    New mouse/pad - DA/Sensei/???

    Basically my G500, which I love, is beginning to crap out on me and its time for a replacement. The same can be said for my white Razer Destructor mousepad. I preemptively bought a Naga Molten for blackfriday since it was on sale, however I detest the right side of the mouse. It extends outward...
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    Might replace my mobo, should I upgrade my CPU with it?

    I'm currently running an i7-950 at 4.0 stable HT off 6gb @1603ram, 24/7 for the most part. My mobo is a Asus P7X58D Premium I've been having little problems over time with this mobo, such as sata port issues, not to mention some sli issues due to space. I've been thinking about replacing...
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    Water cool my current 680 or wait for future models (4gb)

    Basically I'm going to be doing a GPU loop sometime in the very near future. I have an EVGA 680 and I get about +135/400-500 clocks on it and it stays just under 70C. A healthy card. Since I'm going on water, I'm not sure of which direction I should take. These are my options: 1. Buy a...
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    FS 2x EVGA GTX570's 012-P3-1570-AR Original Packaging (used, tested, warrantied)

    To start I'm looking for $230.00 US each - Shipped. Basically that means 225 each plus paypal fee. I can sell these together for $450 - Shipped. It is time to part with them as I'm having some minor issues at 2560x1600 and it is time for something new. These cards OC well, run well, and...
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    Sell my sli 570's for 7970 or wait? (2560x1600)

    Basically I'm wondering If I should sell my GTX570's and upgrade to a single card. I'm running only two 570s, and from what I hear I will be happier with a 7970 single card solution at this resolution than with my 570s. I can probably get $400-500 for my current cards which would make up the...
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    sli gtx570's idling in game? 30% gpu usage, 15fps in WoW lol!

    For some reason I am getting lower FPS in of all things WoW lately... 2560x1600 with 2 gtx570's at stock due to throttling, I'm seeing sometimes 30% usage and getting 15fps when I know I shouldn't be and haven't before. I'm running an i7 system @4.0, 285.79 drivers and I even have nvidia...
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    Trade my 570's for 6950's for 2560x1600?

    Now that HT is off, I'm getting much better performance with my sli evga 570's. But with the delays to the next series, and being offered $500 for both cards, I'm thinking about switching to 2x 2gb 6950's (unlockable/flashable ones obviously) so that I have more vram for my resolution. The idea...
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    Nvidia Control Panel settings (bf3 gtx570x2)

    What should my nvidia control panel look like? Typically I use "let the application decide" and make sure SLI is on, but that's about it. Is there anything specific I should be doing? Turning on or even off? I run sli 570's @2560x1600. My framerate on "high" settings is a steady 60 with stock...
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    Is this stuttering? Should I change cards for 2560x1600 (BF3)

    I'm running 2 GTX570's in sli, these clocks are stock for the screenshot and I'm running latest drivers (getting some crashes, probably going to revert back to beta drivers). Is this stuttering? (the end is when I tabbed out for paint): Secondly, should I change to a different GPU(s) while...
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    Headphones popping/lag, goes away on restart

    So I have a newer mobo, onboard sound no sound card. I have my headphones plugged into a FiiO e9+e7 combo going into a usb port. Once in a while, after several hours of gaming+ventrilo+music etc, my headphones will start to crackle as if there is some lag. When I change source to my speakers...
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    Just got my E9+E7, any further setup required?

    I took them out of the box, docked the e7 into the e9 and ran the USB into my mobo. I have my sennheisers going into the 1.8 on the front of the e9. Is there anything else I need to do or am I set? So far it sounds amazing, but it was pretty much plug and play and I'm not sure if I missed a step...
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    Time to upgrade my HD555's. E9+E7/HD600

    Currently my HD555's are running straight out of my motherboard (it is a newer motherboard though) and I'm looking at how to go about the upgrade process, order of purchasing etc so that I don't just shell out $500 all at once. I don't need portability, but what I do need is a desktop amp and...
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    Time for a new setup... Do I need a soundcard too?

    So I'm looking at upgrading my PC speakers again, currently using some alteclansings that I found at staples to hold me over until I get something else. I currently am onboard. I mostly play games, music is secondary and movies are 3rd. Currently I use a creative usb dac piece of crap I...
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    GTX570's getting stuck in idle/2D after alt-tab (dual-monitor)

    I know not idling to 2D and multiple monitors have been mentioned before, but this is slightly different. I'm running 2 570's in sli, both monitors going into same card, 2 different resolution monitors (2560x1600 and 1920x1200). Gaming on the 30inch of course, everything else on the other...
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    Replace my G15 with another G-series, or go mechanical?

    I've been using the G series since it came out, and it's provided me the best keyboards I've ever owned. Currently I'm using a G15v2 (orange) and it's getting near that time to replace it. Anyone have any experience going from a G15 to a G110/510/19, or from a G15 to a mechanical such as...
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    Amp for HD555's & possibly eventual Bookshelf speakers

    I love my HD555's (modded), have had them for a while. Since I've gotten them, and seeing what I've been missing all along, it's made me want to see what else is out there. I was tempted to buy an even higher end pair, but knew that wasn't the correct way to go about it, and that an amp may be...
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    I'm sick and tired of fan noise

    I'm currently running an antec1200, H70 cooled i7 [email protected] with GT-15's+shrouds in push/pull, and sli GTX570's. I'm sick of hearing fans. The H70 I have running at 50% cause I don't like the sound of either stock fans or the GT's at 100%, the 570's really aren't that bad, and the case itself...
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    is a 5750+i5 750 enough for dual monitor multitasking?

    My sister currently has an i5 750 with a 5750 that she's been running on a 1680x1050 monitor. She spends most of her time playing WoW, photoshopping pictures she takes with her DSLR, and listening to music/watching movies. I'm upgrading one of my monitors, and she is going to get the handmedown...
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    Antec1200 to Silverstone

    I got myself an antec 1200 maybe 4 months ago, I don't dislike it but I don't love it. I really hate fan noise to be honest, I want to put my system on water but there is still going to be fans and fan noise. Looking over at silverstone cases, people seem to mention that they are quieter in...
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    Time to decide on a setup: 1 U3011 vs 3x1 U2410/U2311H

    Ok, I'm going to make the purchase this week on one of these setups. My options are (highest to lowest): 3x Dell 24inch U2410 NEW $549/per $1647 Total 3x Dell 24inch U2410 NIB eBay $495/per $1485 Total (A03 or A04 waiting on confirmation) 1x Dell 30inch U3011 NEW $1399 Total 1x Dell 30inch...
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    World of Warcraft in 3x1 Portrait SLI, good or bad?

    Looking through some threads I see some people saying WoW doesn't respond well to portrait in SLI, be it in DX9 or 11. I'm grabbing either a new 30inch or 3 u23/u24's this month, but I mostly play WoW. Running 2x 570's in SLI and want to make sure the game I put the most time into will run...
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    At 30" does Brand matter?

    Does it matter too much? This will be my first non-crap monitor purchase. I currently am running 2 Asus VW266H's and want to make the move to a 30". The Dell U3011 seems to be my primary choice. Any tips on how to set it up? I don't have any calibration tools currently. I found a guy willing...
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    Return my 2 570's for a 580?

    So I am currently running 2x 570's in my system that I bought earlier this month. Sold my 480SC before they came out to grab 2 of these. I went with SLI for the option of being able to add a 3rd monitor (currently running 2 as primary for games secondary for everything else) at some point in the...
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    Finally going SLI, looking to add a 3rd monitor

    Currently I'm using 2x Asus VW266H monitors. One is my primary, all games are played on it, the other I keep a browser open, apps, tons of things usually are open. Both monitors are 1900x1200. I finally invested in a 2nd gpu to go SLI, and am now looking at the option of adding a 3rd monitor...
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    Now that they're out... 580 or 570

    Can't decide between 2 580s... MSI or EVGA Or should I grab the 570 in hopes of SLIing them in the future? I just sold my 480, so the money from that is going to either. It'll be easier to SLI the 570, and soon too I would think... but a friend of mine tells me "always get the fastest single...
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    Sparkle X580 (GTX 580 with Arctic Cooling Accelero Xtreme)

    I'm upgrading my 480 to one or 2 580's and while browsing newegg, I saw: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814187127&cm_re=gtx_580-_-14-187-127-_-Product Can anyone comment on this? I was originally going to grab one of these coolers or a VF3000F for my 480 but have...
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    Still worth buying an m11x?

    Just sold my G73JH as it was too big to lug back and forth for classes, wanted to replace it with something mobile and lightweight but something that could still handle games. At work I get a lot of downtime and I have over 100gb of steam games to play through, and I play a lot of wow...
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