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    i need a mmorpg $500 gaming pc

    I don't see spam....just off-topic blabber.
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    What's the purpose of NAS that supports Plex?

    Thanks for answering this question!! I basically have determined that since I have a 24/7 running PC, and only use plex when I'm not using the PC, there is no reason to have a powerful NAS! Thanks again.
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    What's the purpose of NAS that supports Plex?

    I've seen a lot of people getting very excited over NAS that supports transcoding/encoding on the fly, but really, what is the benefit? Why wouldn't you just have your computer connect to a MUCH CHEAPER NAS and run plex from the PC? Am I missing something, aside from maybe a slightly lower...
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    The [H]ard Forum Storage Showoff Thread - Post your 10TB+ systems

    ^The expenses are just ridiculous, but that's what I figured. I'm already struggling to keep my 3 TB system backed up can't imagine an 8 TB system. Although I am using 2x3TB Synology Hybrid RAID, so basically will be purchasing 4x3TB for 3 TB of storage, so my methods are very stupid.
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    HDD Warranty Services, Returns, and Privacy

    That kinda sucks. A refurbished _ANYTHING ELSE_ sounds fine, but a refurbished hard drive is one thing that sounds destined to fail.
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    The [H]ard Forum Storage Showoff Thread - Post your 10TB+ systems

    How do you guys with larger (10-20 TB+) storage solutions deal with backing up your data?
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    HDD Warranty Services, Returns, and Privacy

    I just had one of my Western Digital RED drives fail in a Synology RAID. I've never been someone who would return hard drives before, because they contain personal information. However, I just bought this thing for $150 less than 6 months ago, and would really prefer to just return the...
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    Vast Lithium Reserves Discovered in Wyoming

    Right, because China is a capitalist mecca. China is a government run country, with global capitalist-zones in government approved areas only. That's not capitalism.
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    Synology Hybrid RAID - What's the point in a 2-disk system?

    Well, first off, extremely jealous of your insane (awesom) storage solution. What the heck do you store on that thing!? Secondly, yes, but my NAS is a maximium of TWO drives. It seems to me that it would be better to setup a nightly backup of Drive A onto Drive B, rather than using the...
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    Synology Hybrid RAID - What's the point in a 2-disk system?

    I recently purchased a Synology DS212j and installed 2x 3TB WD Red Drives. Upon formatting the disks, it asked me to choose a method of initiation for the drives, and I went with the defaul "Synology Hybrid RAID". I have now looked into this a little more and it appears that the "Synology...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    Just downloaded AMD overdrive - getting the exact same readings. I don't know how my chip is still running if it has been routinely getting up to 89º C when playing Skyrim....
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    Alright, I'll give that a try this weekend.
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    No, no, and no...I've been lazy with that stuff, unfortunately. Could it really make that big of a difference? If so, I'll investigate. I've always hated the thermal paste thing, how are you supposed to spread out paste the size of a "grain of rice" across the entire chip? I'm also hesitant...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    CoreTemp does, shows CPU #0: 82º C Keep in mind this is all running 100% stock again. I never overclocked or unlocked 4th core before this week, so I never paid any attention to the temps. I just bumped my case fans up to high, but how much of a difference could that possibly make... (I've...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    OK, I have now reverted back to 3 cores, and realized that it wasn't the 4th core causing the overheating. My CPUID Hardware Monitor is now showing just as high temps - even higher! See image below... Now, is this accurate? How is my chip overheating to ridiculous temps after only 20...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    Well, it's too late for that obviously...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    Hmonitor lists all 4 cores @ 0º C. I'm looking at the motherboard temperatures which list them as TMPIN0 and TMPIN1 (Screenshot attached)
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    Yes, yes I am...
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    Overclocked AMD Phenom II X3 720BE, now temperatures soared?

    My temperature sensors obviously don't work after the unlocking of the 4th core, but I do show TMPIN0 and TMPIN1 in Hmonitor. It seems to be showing idle around 55º C, but then right when I start playing Skyrim, it starts shooting up. I left it on once (before I realized the issue) and came...
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    AG coating on Dell U2412M

    Agreed, I don't understand how anyone could prefer glossy vs. non-glossy, assuming the best quality. I would pay more for the non-glossy screen.
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    Upgrade - is this worthwhile?

    I'm running at 1920x1200, on one 24" LCD. I want to get a second 24" LCD soon. Besides gaming, mostly just HD videos/movies, web browsing, and organizing/maintaining local servers (I have over 20 TB).
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    Upgrade - is this worthwhile?

    Thanks for the in-depth analysis, and yes I am on 64-bit Win 7.
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    Upgrade - is this worthwhile?

    Yeah, I think I'm probably just going to wait a year or longer to upgrade everything. I just purchased 4 GB additional RAM, so I'll have that - but the cost/benefit of upgrading anything else doesn't make sense right now. I already have an SSD, so I'll probably just mess around with...
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    Dell U2313HM or U2413HM @ 1080p ?

    TVs almost all look the same to me, their resolutions remain the same, and the panels are all of comparable quality? I also don't like 3D or 120 hz tech, but maybe I'm a noob.
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    [Dual Monitor] Primary Left vs Right

    Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    [Dual Monitor] Primary Left vs Right

    Weird, I use right. Not sure why...
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    Dell U2313HM or U2413HM @ 1080p ?

    I had never even heard about Anti-glare and the difference it can make on a monitor. I assumed these 24" models were extremely comparable. Can anyone with more knowledge weigh-in ? Why does Dell make new 27" models with better "anti-glare" - and what constitutes a better anti-glare anyway...
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    Dell U2313HM or U2413HM @ 1080p ?

    Are the 2412M and 2410 glossy screens? My understanding was that they were not glossy; I was looking to upgrade soon and do not want a glossy screen. Also, why would you want the new years model, aren't these two just as capable as the current 27" screens? The specs seem to be identical.
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    Dell U2713HM

    I've heard people complain about the monitor "BUZZING" when displaying certain colors/images. Has anyone noticed this with the Dell 27" or Dell 24" IPS models? I'm looking to upgrade my Gateway monitor here soon. I can't stand high-pitched buzzing/ringing, my ears must be extra sensitive.
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    Dell U2313HM or U2413HM @ 1080p ?

    I highly recommend you get 1200p. (1920x1200) The extra space makes general computing MUCH roomier, and it's extremely similar to a 1080p display for your card. 1920x1200 monitor @ 24" would do you well. Isnt this the Dell you're looking for - The Dell Ultrasharp 2412M...
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    Upgrade - is this worthwhile?

    Yeah, thanks for pointing that out. I guess, at this point, I'd be interested in learning how to Overclock and potentially attempt unlocking the 4th core, and upgrading my RAM to 8GB. I'm not such an enthusiast that I want to throw a ton of money at the rig, just want to have a decent gaming...
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    Upgrade - is this worthwhile?

    Currently, I have: Phenom II X3 720 BE HD 6870 4GB RAM Is this a worthwhile upgrade: Core i5-3570k Compatible MB 8 GB RAM Thanks. In my research it seems that for gaming the X3 720 is still fairly adequate, and this upgrade may not be worth the coin? Should I instead upgrade my RAM and...
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    I actually am daisy chaining a couple of surge protectors on the same outlet, and live in a crappy apartment from the 80's that doesn't even have GFI's in the bathrooom. This seems to be a possibility. I'm going to move my full system to a different building and attempt this first. Thanks...
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    Samsung Spinpoint F4 2 TB I believe these are the exact drives: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152245
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    Here's a tinypic link, as suggested: http://i42.tinypic.com/2a4si1v.jpg Thank you everyone for all the insight
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    This is my enclosure: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816132016 Also, please note that my backup drive which is also located in this enclosure is working fine. It is not part of the RAID.
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    That was part of the confusion, it kept showing different single drives as bad. It says all drives are "HEALTHY" in the drive status window, for example. Here's an updated screenshot *edited attempt 2* : http://i42.tinypic.com/2a4si1v.jpg I'm definitely willing to fork over cash at this...
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    To be honest, I don't want to come here for lectures about what I should have done. It's over, and I am looking for solutions or steps I can take to get my data back. All of your posts are not helping and making me extra depressed/disgusted.
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    I do not have a backup. I am sick. What's my best option to recover? What should I do? I'm sick...
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    Very scared, RAID5 not showing up. Any ideas?

    I have a RAID5 setup on an eSATA storage system w/ 10 slots. I have 5x2TB, for a total of 8 TB setup in my RAID, and then a single 2 TB drive as a backup/other drive. Today I started up my drive, started a video file, and then all of the sudden heard the "disconnect" sound in Windows, the...
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