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    Recommend budget Freesync2 GPU

    Hey guys, I need some quick thoughts on which GPU to choose to drive a freesync2 display. This is for my father (non-gamer) who recently bought aultrawide LG 49" with 144hz/Freesync2. He's currently using the onboard video and only driving it at 60hz. I built this system a number of years...
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    FS: 56" slim LED DLP Samsung $250 - CHICAGO

    For pickup only I have a 56" slim LED DLP Samsung 1080p TV. Model number: HL-T56895 The set is working 100% and has nothing wrong with it cosmetically or functionally. It has simply reached the end of my TV trickledown. :) Sits about 12" deep, which is roughly the same as a similarly sized...
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    Help spec barebones on a rendering rig

    I've been tasked with putting together a dual i7 based rendering workstation. I know I'll be using a server board, but I also need one capable of running dedicated PCIE video. Do the server boards also support consumer labeled i7s, or do I have to go Xeon? Anyway, I'm open to suggestions on...
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    DolbyD Live via HDMI?

    Hello, I'm trying to find a way to decode DD Live and output it through the HDMI cable. I realize I could just use TOS link from a DDL compatible sound card and the HDMI from my video card, but this will not work for my situation. I have 2 zones from my A/V receiver and can only get sound...
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    Budget GPU upgrade

    I'm looking to upgrade my work's lab with 20 budget Nvidia GPUs. These GPUs will, at times, be able to fold for the [H]. What is the best card under $100 for folding? The better the price/performance ratio the better! They will be put in Dell Precision workstations with 3GHZ P4s with 2GB...
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    FS: Water cooling loop - Apogee GT, Black Ice EX2, Eheim 1250 + Extras

    SOLD TO Malec3 Well, after 7 years of various water cooling configurations I think I need to take a break. So I'm selling my current CPU loop. I'm trying to get this sold as one package, so no parting out for now. This was up here once before but the buyer backed out. Apogee GT CPU block...
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    FS: Water cooling loop - Apogee GT, Black ICE, Eheim 1250 + Extras

    Well, after 7 years of various water cooling configurations I think I need to take a break. So I'm selling my current CPU loop. I'm trying to get this sold as one package, so no parting out for now. Apogee GT CPU block with socket 775 mounting hardware Dual 120mm Black Ice radiator - BLUE...
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    FS: Water cooling loop - Apogee GT, Black ICE, Eheim 1250

    Well, after 7 years of various water cooling configurations I think I need to take a break. So I'm selling my current CPU loop. I'm trying to get this sold as one package, so no parting out for now. Apogee GT CPU block with socket 775 mounting hardware Dual 120mm Black Ice radiator - BLUE...
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    FS: PS3 Metal Gear Solid 4 and Genji

    I'm selling a new sealed copy of Metal Gear Solid 4 and I will also throw in Genji Days of the Blade. Genji is just the disc and instruction manual, but MGS4 is sealed and complete. 60 Shipped for the two games. USPS Priority shipping. Heatware ID: Catboxer
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    What...the...

    What in the world is wrong with my folding boxen. Take a quick look at my stats! :confused::eek: It's reporting something like 100+ units and 7k points today. I have 6 quad cores running SMP and probably 20 P4 3Ghz machines running the F@H service. What's gone wrong?
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    Restart logoff script

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out how to get my logoff script to restart the PC when a user logs off. So far I have tried attaching simple bat/cmd files to the gp object. This executes shutdown with the switches for reboot, force shutdown, and time set to 0 seconds. Like so: shutdown -r...
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    2 OSX partitions AND bootcamp?

    Hello, My goal is to create 3 partitions (2 OSX, 1 Windows) and I'm not sure this is possible. I've tried formatting the drive with bootcamp, installing XP, and resizing partitions to free up space for another instance of OSX but it's just not working out. Can this be done? Why would I want...
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    ASUS P5KE Disable ACPI = No boot to OS

    Hello, I've been going crazy trying to get this new machine at the office to work. The title says it all, but first, the specs: ASUS P5K-E, Q6600, 4GB OCZ DDR800 4-4-4-15, 8800GT, Corsair VX450W power supply. I could not get this machine to OC for the life of me. Then I whittled the...
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    Case for 120mm x 2 Rad + 4 HDDs?

    I think I've finally outgrown my current setup. I've been running this loop inside for the past 3 years. As you might be able to see in the pic, I had to gut the 3.5 bay and cram it inside the 5.25 bay. This worked well when its purpose was a small file server / gaming rig, but now I want...
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    Asus P5K-E CPU Multi won't change?!

    Hello, I just put my new build together and cannot for the life of me get my Q6600 on my P5K-E to change its multiplier. I have changed the settings in the BIOS to manual and set the multiplier to 9 and here is what happens. In the BIOS and at POST it will display at 3GHZ (9x333) but once I...
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    Folding Rendering Farm Ideas

    Hello, I've been tasked with coming up with a dedicated rendering farm solution for the Art & Design lab for the University at which I'm currently employed. I've been folding for the [H]orde on and off since 2000, so of course this seemed like the perfect place to get ideas. I'm thinking of...
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    wtb: PS2 Slim

    I'm looking to pickup a slim model PS2, memory card, and possibly some games. Games I'm interested in are Jak 1/2 Virtua fighter 4, Metal gear 2/3, Katamari 1/2, and god of war. If anyone is looking to sell, please drop me a PM. email jm2u @ siu . edu Heat under Catboxer. Thanks
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    Help importing a phpBB forum

    I'm trying to get a phpbb forum imported for a friend and really have had no success thus far. He has given me a 30mb .sql file from the last backup before his host nuked his site. My first attempt went like this: Using phpAdmin, I created the mySQL db, clicked import and directing it to...
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    WTB: A64+Mobo for Folding

    I'm looking to add some more folding power for the horde and I need a nice A64/mobo combination to do so. I'd like to spend 135-175 for the pair. Please PM me some offers. Heatware - Catboxer
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    FSP Blue Storm 500 not cutting it?

    Hello all, I've been having some troubles in when playing HL Source engine and I'm starting to think it's the PS. So I figured I'd consult our resident PS gawds. System specs: Athlon X2 @ 2.5Ghz @ 1.6v DFI Infinity SLI 1GB DDR @ 2.9V 7800GT 500/1200 2 HDDs 2 CDRoms 1 PCI I...
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    3000 Venice+H20 or Stock HSF X2 3800

    I'm looking for a opinions on my upgrade path. I've been watercooling since the Maze1 on a socket A and when I upgraded to A64 in february I scrapped my WC rig because I didnt have the funds to buy a new Waterblock. So for the past few months I've been running a 3200 Winni on stock HSF at...
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    FS: PNY 6800GT 256MB AGP w/ NV6 cooler.

    It's time to part ways with my AGP card, I'm hoping someone here will have some use for it. You will receive the original box, 6800GT and NV6 attached to the card. I've been running the card at 390/1100. You can probably get more out of the core, my room has a high ambient temperature. As...
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    KVM for PC/MAC on a 2405?

    I was wondering if anyone had come across a decent DVI KVM that could support the native resolution of the 2405. I'm going to be running my PC and a Mac-mini on my 2405 and I just cant find anything that supports a digital resolution over 1600x1200. Any ideas?
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    OC'd A64 causing texture tearing, random artifacts?

    Hey guys, I've been trying to figure out what component in my system is causing the texture tearing and random artifacting in my 3d games. For instance, in games like Riddick and HL2 the weapon will appear twice, one slightly above the other for a split second. Typically these things...
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    WTB: Stock PNY 6800GT HSF

    Does anyone have a stock PNY 6800GT HSF? I bought this card from someone here on the forums and after about a month its getting really bad texture tearing at stock speeds. PM me an offer or I will trade you my NV5 cooler for the Stock HSF. Heat: Catboxer Email: Jm2u at SIU dot EDU
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    363WU = 8 points? Please explain.

    Hey guys, I've decided to start folding again. I'm not exactly new to the team I folded for awhile in 01' right when Electron microscope program first came out. And maybe we didnt have the point system back then, I cant remember, but the WU/point system doesnt make much sense to me. I've done...
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    FS: Abit AV8 socket 939 Mobo

    This board is barely a week old. It does not like my Corsair XMS3200, and because it wont play nice, it's got to go. Comes with retail box and everything that came with it. *The only thing missing is the Heatsink mounting bracket.* If this is a huge problem, feel free to PM me offers, but...
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    Hit a wall with my Abit AV8

    I've been tweaking my new rig today, and it seems I've hit a barrier with one of my components. I've got a Winchester AMD64 3200+, an Abit AV8, and 2 sticks of Corsair CMX512-3200C2. I updated the AV8 to the newest bios (19), I've tried many voltage tweaks, and CAS latency set at 3-3-3-12...
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    Q: XP Mobile @ 2.6Ghz vs 3200 (939)

    I've just started researching the 939s, as I've been out of the loop for awhile, and I'm wondering if I will see any gains from the upgrade. My current system specs are: Athlon Mobile XP @ 2.63Ghz (12x219) 1GB Corsair XMS PC3200 Epox 8RDA+ NF2Ultra chipset. 6800GT @ Ultra speeds I'm...
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    Sparkle 550w or Fortron 500w Blue Storm

    I believe my 400w Fortron has met its match with my current specs, because my 3.3 rail is reporting at 2.75v: 2.63 Athlon Mobile XP 6800GT at Ultra Speeds 1GB RAM 120 + 250GB Maxtor drives 2 CDROMS 2 120mm and 2 80mm Fans I'm leaning toward the Sparkle, though Im wondering if anyone...
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    Low 3.3Rail and 6800GT

    Hey guys, My 3.3 Rail runs at 2.75 and I'm wondering if anyone else has gone from a low 3.3 rail to a full 3.3v and experienced a better overclock in their card. Obviously this can be your experience with any card. I can run my card fine at stock and ultra speeds, but If I give it say 410...
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    WTB: 512mb PC3200+

    Hello, I'm looking for a single stick of 512mb that is PC3200 or higher. Right now I have 2 sticks of Kingston PC3500 running at 219FSB 2.5-3-3-6. That is the limit of my current NF2 board. So I'm looking for a stick to compliment them to bring me up to 1GB. I'm looking to spend between...
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    FS/FT: Gamecube Metroid Prime 2 Echoes

    Up for grabs: Metroid Prime 2 Echoes for Cube. $33 SOLD Mint condition, played once Some games I'd consider trading for: Zelda: Minish Cap (GBA) Feel The Magic (DS) Mario Advance 2 (GBA) Super Mario Bros ( GBA classic) Donkey Kong Country (GBA) Pokemon Pinball Sapphire & Ruby (GBA)...
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    healthy drive suddenly needs formatting?

    Well, I've been blessed in that I've never had a hard drive lose all my data so this is new to me. I was using my 250gb ATA Maxtor last night no problems. This morning, I go to explore the drive (it is my mulitmedia drive) and it wants to be formatted. It's not making death clicky noises, or...
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    FS/FT: iRiver H320 20Gb Mp3 player

    Hello, I bought this player a few weeks ago and I haven’t really used it at all, so I thought I'd let it go. It is essentially brand new. I have the box, cables, ear buds, and all other accessories still in their bags. I've only charged the player and put a few albums on it to tinker with...
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    FS: Xbox Smartjoy FRAG (keyboard/mouse adapter)

    I got this for Xmas, it works nicely but I think I prefer the controller when playing Xbox. It comes with all the original packaging and instructions. It should look brand new to you. Here's more info on it: http://www.lik-sang.com/info.php?category=82&products_id=5438 I'm asking $28...
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    SQL syntax help

    We're trying to have our database filter out the user's selected values from the query results. Can you please advise on what is wrong with the SQL syntax? Results is the name of the table Classification is the name of a Column on the table All the ::values:: are values of the...
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    Help with ASP in Frontpage

    Hi, Im really stuck on this, having never really done anything with ASP in front page. Ive got my access database linked in front page and it says the connection is verified, and the Query is to select *From my access database, but I get no results returned. This is the page that the...
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    FS: extra xbox modchips.

    I have a couple chips left over from when I was installing them. They are: 2 x Xecuter 2.6s $35/ea Shipped (These are still unopened in their packaging as they came to me.) I know this is close to what they are going for on the web, but I'm saving you a couple bucks plus...
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    No boot if IDE2 connected

    This is a new one on me. I just got my replacement for my fried Epox 8RDA, the 8RDA3. It works and OCs just fine except that when I have my CDROM drive chain connected to IDE2 it refuses to boot to XP. It POSTs up just fine, but then black screens. If I remove that chain it boots right in...
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