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AGP replacement

The Sapphires are sold out to the point of having to pay nearly 100$ extra to *maybe* get one. Considering they are apparently discontinued (?) as listed by some sites. I'm looking at nearly the same thing by DIAMOND. Seems to be the same card to a T, although I can never find a picture of...
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- Post #19
- Dec 26, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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AGP replacement

cool, I figured as much. Yeah, I'll take your advice on the Amps to heart. Perhaps the new guide on PSUs is a good place to start. I'm going with a 1950, and this PSU I have-- its days are certainly numbered. Theres a LOT of reviews about this very one, saying they havent lasted as long as...
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- Post #17
- Dec 25, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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newegg psu calc

As a professional electrician, I can tell you that it doesnt hurt to purposefully overshoot your ratings a bit. An extra 50 or 100 watts will ensure your PSU isnt run as hard, so it stays cooler and lasts longer. And thats good for the life of your other parts! And, of course, if you need to...
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- Post #27
- Dec 25, 2007
- Forum: Power Supplies
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AGP replacement

Did you forget the rest of your post, or did I say somethign stupid?
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- Post #15
- Dec 25, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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AGP replacement

So, basically, I should have no problem witht he latest cards? Wouldnt they be bogged down a bit by the AGP? Or is it just not that major a factor? According to NewEgg's power calculator, with a 1950, I should be pushing 500W maximum. However, I'm sure they overshoot their numbers as a CYA...
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- Post #13
- Dec 25, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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AGP replacement

Cool, thanks! As for my power supply, its an APEVIA 520W with dual 12V rails. I balanced the load as best I could when hooking it up, so it should have amps to spare. It was vaulted as one of the best PSUs at the time I bought it (remember a few years ago when 500W was a LOT more than anyone...
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- Post #5
- Dec 24, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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AGP replacement

I'm happy to stick with my old rig for a few years yet; problem being my 9800XT is dying. PCI-e came out little under a month after I finished the rig, so I got screwed when everything seemingly jumped on it. Anyway, still having an AGP8x, what is the best card I can buy before the performance...
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- Dec 23, 2007
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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A quick question on an internal cable

It beats the hell out of opening winamp or whatever when you already are using most of your system resources.
- CidHighwind
- Post #3
- Nov 25, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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A quick question on an internal cable

What is the cable called that goes from the CD drive directly to the motherboard or soundcard, that allows you to play an audio CD without it actually being "played" by any software? I had a couple older computers that would instantly play whatever you put in them, wihtout bringing up media...
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- Thread
- Nov 19, 2005
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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How is FEAR on a 9800Pro

Seriously, just about anything out right now will run on a 9800Pro, if you dont crank the resolution up, or AA it to the MAAAAX like some seem to do. It'll run fine.
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- Post #42
- Oct 25, 2005
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Looking for a gaming monitor.

I bought it, its on the way. Thing is, Ive never heard of BHT shipping prior to now, and my tracking number doesnt seem to work on their site. Regardless, it will probably take longer than usual to ship because their is no local BHT warehouse around here. Either way, Im glad I got such a...
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- Post #16
- Oct 24, 2005
- Forum: Displays
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WinXP Home, need new copy/CD-Key

Okay, I'll try it. And yes, I do have a legit copy of windows, but Im not sure if it counts, considering it came with a Gateway. Considering I can dig up that CD-Key, again, at least. But anyway, in case this falls through, I'd still like to know how cheaply and where I can get a new copy...
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- Post #7
- Oct 24, 2005
- Forum: Operating Systems
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WinXP Home, need new copy/CD-Key

I just built my new rig, and I'm happy to say everything works. However, as expected, Windows XP is a bit fussy. What it is, while I can install my old OEM version of XP Home, its saying the old "30 days to activate", and when I try, its not gonna let me use my old Key. So I need a new key...
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- Oct 23, 2005
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Looking for a gaming monitor.

Im still browsing around a bit, but unless I find a better deal (see: Doubtful), I'll stick to this.
- CidHighwind
- Post #13
- Oct 20, 2005
- Forum: Displays
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Looking for a gaming monitor.

I think I may buy it! Thanks! $100 shipped? Ouch. But... I may as well pay for the twelve UPS guys' hernias before they get it to my door.
- CidHighwind
- Post #10
- Oct 20, 2005
- Forum: Displays

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