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Undervolting Power Supply?

Thanks for the great feedback guys! The reason I am asking this question is that I have been experencing some strange graphics anomiles. The problem I am having is jittery, jerky, ghosting graphics not only happening on my desktop but in games as well. When I scroll through text or images in...
- MarkFahey
- Post #5
- Jan 8, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Undervolting Power Supply?

Hi Everyone, Here is a question for you tech experts. Can a power supply that is undervolting cause any damage to PC components? If so, what would likely be damaged? CPU, Video Card, Memory, etc? If damage can result then is it possible that a component would still fuction but exibit...
- MarkFahey
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- Jan 6, 2006
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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Graphics Blues! - The Jitter Bug...

Shameless bump before I pull the rest of my hair out! :(
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Dec 24, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Graphics Blues! - The Jitter Bug...

Update: Here is a small fraps video from a game that clearly shows this problem. Look carefully at the edges of the boards on the window and the edge of the roof as I move. First part of the video I am moving with the keyboard, then with the mouse. CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO
- MarkFahey
- Post #3
- Dec 19, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Graphics Blues! - The Jitter Bug...

No Ideas or suggestions? I'm really stumped...
- MarkFahey
- Post #2
- Dec 14, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Graphics Blues! - The Jitter Bug...

Hi Everyone, I am having a very strange graphics problem. I just installed an nVidia eVga 6800 AGP into my ASUS P4C800-E. I am running a P4 2.4b, Corsair 512M PC3500 stick, Audigy 2, 2 x WD 120G 2mb HD's, Antec True Power 550W, Dell 2001FP Monitor. Before this nVidia card, I was running an...
- MarkFahey
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- Dec 12, 2005
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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Strange Lines on Textures? - eVga 6800

Has anyone else seen this issue? Any other suggestions?
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Dec 7, 2005
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Strange Lines on Textures? - eVga 6800

I have a single line with nothing else on it coming from my Antec TruPower 550 going directly to the 6800. Has anyone ever actually seen this banding line issue on textures before?
- MarkFahey
- Post #3
- Dec 5, 2005
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Strange Lines on Textures? - eVga 6800

Hi People, I just installed a brand new eVga 6800 AGP into my rig. ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe, P4 2.4b, 2 x 512M Corsair PC3500, Creative Audigy 2. I did a fresh install of Windows XP Slipstreamed SP2 and have installed a few games. The issue I am havng is that I am seeing faint lines on my ground...
- MarkFahey
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- Dec 4, 2005
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Start Menu Crashing! HELP!

Hi Cov, Yes I have a Logitech Webcam installed.
- MarkFahey
- Post #6
- Dec 4, 2005
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Start Menu Crashing! HELP!

I am running Windows XP Pro SP2 with all the latest updates. The problem I'm having is with the Start Menu crashing. Every so often the left pane of the Start menu goes black and then the shortcuts on the right side pane also stop working. For instance if I click on the RUN command when...
- MarkFahey
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- Nov 22, 2005
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Got my Dell ULTRASHARP 2005fp. -----

Pardon the noob question but what does "Stackable" mean? And how did you pull off that sweet deal on the Dell 2001FP? Many Thanks! Mark
- MarkFahey
- Post #104
- Jan 10, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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LCD Dilemma - 12ms vs 25ms???

I am started to research the many LCD monitors out there to replace my aging iilama 21" desktop CRT. Sheeze... there are so many choices. I am looking for at least a 19" but preferably a 21" Most of the 19"er's will only do 1280x1024. I am used to my big real estate desktop at 1600x1200. I...
- MarkFahey
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- Jan 9, 2005
- Replies: 15
- Forum: Computer Building
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Ghost in my Rig!? HELP!

Hey everyone, I have been trying to solve this problem for over three weeks now, but still no solution. This is what is happening, I am getting what can only be described as stuttering, jittery ghosting graphics when I use my mouse to turn and look around in games like Raven Shield and Vietcong...
- MarkFahey
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- Mar 12, 2004
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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ASUS P4PE & Corsair PC3500 - Perfect Together?

I would really appreciate some advice on my current rig setup and how to get the maximum performance from my Corsair stick and rig. I am running all stock voltages and just trying to tweak my FSB and Memory settings so far. My current rig: ASUS P4PE Intel 845PE Chipset DDR333 Rev. 1.07 Intel...
- MarkFahey
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- Feb 27, 2004
- Replies: 0
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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What kind of precautions do you take while installing new hardware?

I touch my grounded case before handling anything! I mean ANYTHING! Also right foot in a pail of water with left hand holding a bare 220 volt AC line helps a bit... :D
- MarkFahey
- Post #2
- Mar 23, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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major clearance at target

Thanks for the info relaxandreflect :-) I'm off to Target taday...
- MarkFahey
- Post #6
- Mar 23, 2003
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Intel's P4 Secret!?

Intel Pentium on-chip flash could hide big secrets Your 2.4GHz P4 could be a 3.06GHz HT in disguise! Very Interesting stuff...
- MarkFahey
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- Mar 23, 2003
- Replies: 18
- Forum: Computer Building
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Laptop doing the crap-top on my router!

Dennis, Did you find out yet? Thanks
- MarkFahey
- Post #7
- Mar 20, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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Asus Probe read actual CPU die temp?

Ahh, the "Burnt Skin" heat test... I know it well. :Q
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Mar 17, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Woot! Putting dead HD's in the freezer actually works!

SPEAK FOR YOURSELF!!! :D
- MarkFahey
- Post #26
- Mar 17, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Laptop doing the crap-top on my router!

shameless bump...
- MarkFahey
- Post #2
- Mar 17, 2003
- Forum: Laptops
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Going out of businiess sale for ALL Wiz locations!!!

ROFLMAO!
- MarkFahey
- Post #11
- Mar 16, 2003
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Laptop doing the crap-top on my router!

I have a Dell Inspiron PII notebook with a Xircom Ethernet 10/100+Modem PCI card in it. I am trying to connect to my 8 port Linksys Cable/Router switch. Everything works great except - the 'Full Duplex/Collision light is no lighting up on the router. I have tried it in another port and it is...
- MarkFahey
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- Mar 16, 2003
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Laptops
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Gaming Computer

Why make the over-paid executives at Alienware more over-payed!? Build it yourself, with a little bit of hard work and patience and ALOT let money you can have the rig of your dreams. There is alot of pride in owning a rig that you have built yourself! There is PRIDE in ownership! Own your...
- MarkFahey
- Post #16
- Mar 16, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Change your Nickname?

Is it possible to change your nickname? I originally signed up with my real name instead of my nick... Thanks
- MarkFahey
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- Mar 16, 2003
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Forum Issues and Feedback
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thinking about another 512mb of ram...

Excellent point EXman, exactly what I was thinking also. Although when they perfect the Granite Bay Mobo's that shouldn't be an issue anymo. Then running two 512 sticks will be optimized for Overclocking. For the time being, 512M should be enough for most peeps for the next several months at...
- MarkFahey
- Post #12
- Mar 16, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Woot! Putting dead HD's in the freezer actually works!

HOLY CRAP! As Batman's arch enemy Mr. Freeze would say, "Vild... Simply Vild!" :D Great call bacillus!
- MarkFahey
- Post #10
- Mar 16, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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I Gotta Get Me One-a Dose!

Start saving those pennies... Pre-Orders starting January 2013! Linkified Now look what you can get in the near future The Offspring!
- MarkFahey
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- Mar 16, 2003
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Computer Building
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Antec Customer Survey

I just got the window kit for my Antec SX835II - Looks SWEET! I also like the riveted look and quality. They have a nice accent around the side fan blow-hole. Kinda like a striped effect - an LED fan looks mighty fine in it.
- MarkFahey
- Post #6
- Mar 15, 2003
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Antec Customer Survey

I have had nothing but good experiences with Antec cases, products, psu's and dealing with them on a one-to-one basis. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! ANTEC ROCKS! That's all I have to say!
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Mar 15, 2003
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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which memory is better??

Corsair is da way to go! Corsair Memory!
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Mar 15, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Logitech Wing Strike Force 3d USB for 39.99

pmark, I own the WingMan Extreme Digital 3D and it is a GREAT stick but it has no force feedback. The Wingman Strike Force 3D USBhas force feedback as well as a neat thumbwheel that you can use for lots of cool stuff in sims. One other addition is a second hat switch next to the primary one...
- MarkFahey
- Post #20
- Mar 15, 2003
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Logitech Wing Strike Force 3d USB for 39.99

UPDATE: The deal at Microcenter is Sweet! This is Logitech's Top of the Line stick that retails for $89 and is currently selling for $71 at buy.com. I called Logitech and was told that they are reducing the price on this stick because they over-estimated their production run and have mucho...
- MarkFahey
- Post #18
- Mar 15, 2003
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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ATi Catalyst 3.2 Drivers Released.

Go ATI!
- MarkFahey
- Post #36
- Mar 14, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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To all LCD owners: Dead pixels a problem?

"I'm not just the owner of Dead Pixel's Club For Men, I'm also a client" :D
- MarkFahey
- Post #19
- Mar 14, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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***** Corsair PC3200 vs PC3500 *****

Chiz, Thanks for da links mi amigo!
- MarkFahey
- Post #12
- Mar 14, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Logitech Wing Strike Force 3d USB for 39.99

I don't get it? If the Lower end WingMan Force 3D Joystick with smaller motors and USB is $49 at Microcenter. Then how is the Top of the line WingMan Force 3D with the bigger motors and scroll wheel only $29??? It does say "Gameport Version" Although I thought that Logitech included a...
- MarkFahey
- Post #14
- Mar 13, 2003
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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***** Corsair PC3200 vs PC3500 *****

I am having a hard time finding Thugs Shootout on the PC3200, PC3500 etc... DOes any1 have a thread linky handy to it?
- MarkFahey
- Post #4
- Mar 13, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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***** Corsair PC3200 vs PC3500 *****

I am building an ASUS P4PE P4 2.4B C1 rig. What are some of the differences in over-clockability will I see with PC3200 XMS vs PC3500 XMS? Is the PC3500 worth the extra bang for the buck?
- MarkFahey
- Thread
- Mar 13, 2003
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Computer Building

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