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    Simple PWM fan/hub Question

    PWM fans weren't a thing last time I built a PC 5-years ago. If I'm using a PWM fan hub, all PWM fans, and have the hub plugged into a PWM mobo fan header, will I have individual control of each fan or will the speed of all fans on the hub be controlled simultaneously?
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    Memory QVL Question

    I know there's no guarantee it will post at 3000MHz, but is it somewhat safe to asssume that if 4 x 8GB Corsair Dominator (CMD32GX4M4B3000C15) is on my motherboard's QVL list for 3000MHz speeds that the same memory in 2 x 8GB will post (or can manually be set to) that speed as well?
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    AM4 HSF on a AM3+?

    Thanks, guys... this saved me some time. I wonder why "they" decided to change the hole pattern since it's obvious that it didn't need to be done. Here's a pic of the hole pattern change on the Crosshair VI Hero board dook43 mentioned.
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    AM4 HSF on a AM3+?

    I don't mind removing the AM3's plastic tab mount, but are you saying the hole pattern to install the Wraith cooler is different and/or the backplate won't work with my AM3 board?
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    AM4 HSF on a AM3+?

    Will a stock AM4 Ryzen 1400 Wraith HSF fit on an AM3+ FX-8350 / Asus M5A99X-EVO? I'm going to dedicate an old AM3+ machine to a little home server, but the stock HSF's fan has been making a very slight bearing noise. I have a new Ryzen R5 that I'd like to replace the stock HSF on and it'd be...
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    Will these cables work for my Eyefinity connection?

    GPU OUTPUT: 6870 w/ (2) mini-DP, (2) DVI, and (1) HDMI. MONITORS INPUT: (1) DP, (1) DVI, and (1) VGA. In order to connect all three monitors to the 6870 and run Eyefinity, will the following cables work? One of these: Card out DVI to monitor in DP. Two of these: Card out mini-DP to monitor...
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    How to connect three monitors to a single HD6870?

    I see... didn't know that. Thanks for the tip!
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    How to connect three monitors to a single HD6870?

    Do you think they would send me 2 or 3... or am I getting too greedy? I'm going to add a 2nd video card at the end of the month and would prefer to have all three connected via DP.
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    How to connect three monitors to a single HD6870?

    Thanks Sniper. So your ALT+maximize shortcut attaches it to the grid... then once it's attached to the grid you can easily move it between the preset grids. Correct?
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    How to connect three monitors to a single HD6870?

    With Eyefinity, if I drag a window over from one monitor to another and maximize it, does it maximize in just that monitor or over the entire desktop? If I add a 2nd video card, can I connect two monitors to one card and the 3rd monitor to the other... all connected via DP?
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    How to connect three monitors to a single HD6870?

    I have an XFX 2GB 6870 w/ two DVI, two mini DP, and one HDMI? How do I connect three monitors to this card? Is there a difference in running multiple displays in Eyefinity and just normal extended desktop? The monitors only have DVI and DP.
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    1920x1200 Eyefinity Question

    Do most games support three Eyefinity displays with 16:10 aspect ratio or will they default to three 16:9? Just wondering if games like BF3 and Skyrim will cut off the additonal 120 lines of horizontal resolution resulting in black bars at the top and bottom.
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    Please view my CPU-Z and help w/ memory settings

    http://3dmark.com/3dmv/3768004 Why does 3DMark Vantage report my memoy as:
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    Please view my CPU-Z and help w/ memory settings

    I added my SPD tab to the original post. Should I raise my tRC from 34 to 41 and raise command rate from 1T to 2T?
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    Please view my CPU-Z and help w/ memory settings

    CPU: Phenom X4 955 (stock HSF) Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 Rev 1.1 Memory: 16GB (4x4) Corsair Vengeance DDR3 1600 Please confirm my memory settings are correct and/or make suggestions for changes.
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    What's the most cost effective way to get Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate?

    What is TechNet? I really could use 3 copies.
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    What's the most cost effective way to get Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate?

    Thanks, I didn't see the single OEM Pro... I only saw the 3 and 30 packs. Is there a single OEM Ultimate available anywhere?
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    What's the most cost effective way to get Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate?

    I'm putting together a new system and want Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate (64-bit), but I have zero OS to start with. The $250-290 price tag for the full install seems pretty steep. Can I just buy a cheap version of XP and do 7 upgrade?
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    Phenom 955/970 OEM HSF Question

    Are the HSF's that come with the 955 and 970 the same?
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    Is this video card broken? (Pics)

    That's what I thought I was supposed to be looking at before I saw the red circle. Regardless, I don't think either of those are issues.
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    PCIe requirements for dual SLI/CF?

    Oh well... this thread has been informational, so thanks for the help; however, I ended up buying a motherboard w/ two x16 and two x4 anyways.
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    How bad of a bottleneck would I have? 560ti on x2 4200 (OC to 2.4)

    I posted a similar question a few days ago. Asking if a 4800+ (oc'd to over 3GHz) would bottleneck even a weaker GPU than the 560ti you're asking about during MW2 gameplay. After some research, the answer was pretty unanimous that I needed to ditch the socket 939 setup.
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    PCIe requirements for dual SLI/CF?

    For example, these are specs listed for an Asus M5A88. PCI Express 2.0 x16: 2 (x16, x4) So this card has two x16 slots, but one has x16 electrical and the other has x4 electrical? Correct? So this board could run two x16 cards?
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    PCIe requirements for dual SLI/CF?

    Ok, so obviously I need two PCIe slots to run video cards in SLI or CrossFire, but do they both need to be x16? My intention is to run two 6870's in CrossFire.
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    Help me decide between these two memory choices.

    Thanks for the link drescherjm. These don't seem like real world results worth spending the extra money on. For the sub-$100 price, I'd rather have the 16GB. Appreciate the help!
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    Help me decide between these two memory choices.

    Above was CL8 Corsair Vengeance vs CL7 Mushkin RedLine. So, what is the benefit between the two below to justify the additional $28? CHOICE 1: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4) 1600 9-9-9-24 1.5V - $47 CHOICE 2: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4) 1600 8-8-8-24 1.5V - $75 Also, if you bundle CHOICE 1 in...
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    Help me decide between these two memory choices.

    Keeping the manufacturer name out of it for now, which is better between these two timings/voltages for games and basic Windows tasks. Brand AAA, mfr. specs: 8-8-8-24 1.5V Brand BBB, mfr. specs: 7-9-8-24 1.65V EDIT: Should have mentioned, it's for a Phenom X4 955 and Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3.
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    GA-990FXA UD3 and UD5 Memory Support

    EDIT: Deleted... started new thread.
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    GA-990FXA UD3 and UD5 Memory Support

    Also, I just noticed your signature and the uncanny similarities between your system and mine w/ just some slight overall differences. PII 955 GA-990FXA-UD3 16GB DDR3-1600 XFX 6950 2GB Vertex 3 120GB CM Cosmos S (Similar to Stacker) APC SUA750 ... of course, my system is only partially...
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    GA-990FXA UD3 and UD5 Memory Support

    Ok, thanks CV. That's what I assumed, I was just curious as to why there was a list for some revisions and not others.
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    GA-990FXA UD3 and UD5 Memory Support

    I noticed the Gigabyte website has a supported memory list for all revisons of the UD5 and only revision 1.0 for the UD3. Revision 1.1 and 1.2 for the UD3 do not have a memory support page. I have and would like to use some Corsair XMS3 on the UD3 rev 1.2. As I stated, the 1.2 revision does...
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    Asus or XFX 6870?

    I know they're typically a little more expensive, but in the past I've always purchased Asus motherboards and video cards. I'm currently looking at a Radeon 6870; the Asus 1GB and XFX 2GB are currently the same price at NewEgg. I would eventually like to run a 2nd card w/ CrossFire, so I think...
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    EDIT: Delete!
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    Ok, thanks Red Falcon. That is what I will do. I just started putting together a system for my sister w/ a Phenom 955, but realized it was overkill for her internet/email needs. I am going to downgrade her and keep that CPU for myself. What would be an appropriate video card to go along with...
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    Internet/Email only CPU: X2 555 vs X4 955

    Thanks! My problem is: In the process of putting together a system for my sister, I got the itch to build a new one for myself. I think I'm going to get her the Athlon 270 and keep the Phenom 955 for myself and build around it... so I guess it would be "cost effective." :) Mackowitz -...
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    Internet/Email only CPU: X2 555 vs X4 955

    I'm putting together an AM3 system for my sister to replace a 6 year old Dell that was about $400 brand new. All she uses it for is internet and email. I already purchased her a X4 955, but I'm thinking it was a waste of money for her intended purposes. Should I have just got her a Phenom...
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    Yeah, I know the socket 939 platform would be operating long past it's expiration date for the purposes of modern FPS games, but I saw some used 4800+ for under $40. Right now, all I need to get the machine back up and running is a new HDD. I just ordered an OCZ SSD, so once that arrives...
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    Yeah, I guess it appears that the only thing I'm really lacking is the multi-core processor. Even so, if I'm running a single core at 3.0+GHz and they're only recommending a 2.2GHz dual core... it isn't a enormous difference. Also... Asus A8N-SLI Deluxe <--- If you click on that link, they're...
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    I was thinking of purchasing two HD4870 and installing an Athlon X2 4800+ CPU (dual core 2.4GHz w/ 1MB L2 cache). The 4800+ is the fastest CPU that my MB will support and NewEgg has the HD4870's for $55 right now. The entire upgrade would cost me ~$150. This option would allow me to later...
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    Can my old system even think about playing MW3?

    I just got the itch to build a new PC, but I was wondering if it was worth it to put my old system back together to play MW3 for the time being... even on low settings. MB: Asus A8N-SLI Deluxe CPU: Athlon 64 3500+ (2.2GHz, 512KB L2 cache, FSB 2GHz, HT 1GHz) Mem: Crucial 8GB DDR400 GPU: BFG...
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