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    Quick build check

    Getting a new computer mostly for Starcraft 2, Poker, and whatever other random new games come out. http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/4774/frgh.jpg thats what I have picked out, prices are in Canadian. I have a 1 TB network drive so im gonna use the ssd as the only hard drive on my...
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    installing xp to sata without floppy drive

    Im trying to install windows Xp to my new computer but i dont have a floppy drive for it. Is there anyway i can do this? I remember hearing some stuff about slipstreaming stuff, or maybe xp pro / 64 pit edition have the sata drivers built in? thx a lot.
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    new to java

    hi im taking a java course at school and im trying to get it set up on my home computer too. what are the best programs i should use, like compilers and text editors. Im looking for something pretty simple. At my school we use gvim6.2 to make the .java files and compile with the...
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    dvd drive broken?

    Hey i have a nec 3500a and it was working fine until a few days ago. When i put in a cd it doesnt show up, and every few seconds the drive makes a clicking sound. I didnt change any hardware, but I was trying to install an mp3 player at the time it stopped working. Do you think the drive...
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    help with nero

    I* have a bunch of video files on my computer that I want to put onto a DVD. They are just as .AVI so Nero said I have to use nerovision express. However, when I go to do that it says "Due to patent restrictions, MPEG4 decoding is not available" Is there any program that can change it...
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    do all audigy 2's sound the same?

    I have a set of logitech x-530's 5.1 and need to get a sound card. what i mean is will the audigy 2, audigy 2 zs , audigy 2 s platinum , audigy 2 gamer , etc all have the same sound quality since i dont need the 7.1 of the zs? thanks, ive been confused over this for a while.
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    question about installing SATA drive

    I already have a 120gb IDE drive in my system, with windows working fine and everything. So is there any way to just plug in my new 74gb raptor and format it, without going through windows installation. I just want to get my existing windows install to recognize the drive, then i want to use...
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    question about installing SATA

    I already have a 120gb IDE drive in my system, with windows working fine and everything. So is there any way to just plug in my new 74gb raptor and format it, without going through windows installation. I just want to get my existing windows install to recognize the drive, then i want to...
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    is it possible to run cpu without hsf

    I have all my parts of new computer except hsf, but I dont wanna wait any longer for it to arrive. is it possible to run my 3400+ for just a little bit without the hsf, like just to install a few things or maybe play starcraft so it wont really be working that hard (pentium 1 can run...
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    do aftermarket heatsinks come with thermal pad?

    im just wondering if like a 7000-a or silent boost k8 comes with a thermal pad or do i need to buy arctic silver thanks
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    how much better is 74 raptor than 36

    I know its faster and quiter, but how much faster and quiter? Like would there be a noticeable decrease in loading times. The gb's dont really matter to be cuz im only putting on programs+os. thanks
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    WTB: raptor, dvd writer, audigy 2

    Hey Im looking for just a few miscellaneous parts to complete my computer. - raptor, 36 or 74, doesnt matter - dvd drive that can write and read all dvd and cd types, I also dont want some huge software bundle, just the drive is fine ill maybe add some more later send me a pm if...
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    weird far cry problem

    i got my x800 pro installed, and when im playing far cry some things just turn bright yellow, like shadows or barrels. sometimes when i shoot them, they turn normal. anyone else had this? I just used the drivers off the cd that came with the card, so should I get the new drivers from internet...
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    does asus k8v SE have pci/agp lock?

    Does it have agp/pci lock and if it doesnt, does that mean i cant overclock with it? thanks in advance
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    Wtb: A64 3000/3200/3400

    now that i got my new dfi lanparty ut nf3 i need a processor for it. as the title says I want to buy an athlon 64 (754) 3000 or 3200 or maybe even a 3400 if the price is good. I can pay with paypal. You can pm me or email me at [email protected] I also may be interested in 1gb pc-3200...
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    WTB: A64, 1gb 3200

    Hey as the title says Im looking for an A64 , preferably clawhammer, but not necessary. Im also looking for 1gb of good 3200, i currently have an offer of $215 for 2,3,2,6 hyperx. I can pay with paypal. pm me with offers, thanks
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    is audigy 2 same quality as zs

    is there any differences between audigy 2 and audigy 2 zs other than the latter having 7.1 instead of 5.1? thanks
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    FS/FT: budget computer

    Hi im selling this computer because i dont really need it anymore. It works fine and there is nothing wrong with it. You can put in a larger hard drive and use it as a server, or to do simple things like run linux or download. It is great for a spare computer at LAN's , and it can run...
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    5.1 headphones any good

    How do the 5.1 headphones compare to a 5.1 speaker setup? I am getting an audigy 2 zs but i cant decide between 5.1 headphones or 5.1 speakers. For games mostly.
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