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Vista Aero & Gaming Performance

Well, I have 4GB in my Vista box with a 4GB ReadyBoost USB drive and the HDD constantly still spins. It drives me nuts! I get apps that hang prior to loading, and can't even open my Yahoo Mail without having to allow it to load. There's issues with many freeware apps I use which I doubt...
- fighterpilot
- Post #15
- Jun 18, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Where'd all my FSX Icons Go in Windows Vista?

Switched back to default Vista and everything shows up now. Oh well, time to move on I guess and get used to Vista's bells and whistles. Thanks for your help though!
- fighterpilot
- Post #6
- Jun 16, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Where'd all my FSX Icons Go in Windows Vista?

No Games Explorer. Also have no start menu search because I switched to classic view. I guess I may have to live with Vista's new look.
- fighterpilot
- Post #5
- Jun 16, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Where'd all my FSX Icons Go in Windows Vista?

Where is "Games Explorer" ? I have no "Games Explorer" anywhere.
- fighterpilot
- Post #3
- Jun 16, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Vista Aero & Gaming Performance

Well, like me, I just built a new machine and would rather install Vista now than shell out for XP then Vista later. Upgrading is enevitable.
- fighterpilot
- Post #9
- Jun 16, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Where'd all my FSX Icons Go in Windows Vista?

I just recently built a new machine and installed Windows Vista Home Premium. After Vista was installed and running, first thing I did was switch to a Windows Classic setup - not sure if that has anything to do with my issue or not. Being a flight sim nut I installed Microsoft Flight...
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- Thread
- Jun 16, 2007
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Help! PC Won't Post

D'oh! DUH! I don't know why I didn't even try that. While that helped, it appears that something plugged into my USB port is causing problems. Probably my iPod again. It keeps seeing it as a bootable device and has caused issues in the past. Thanks for your help.
- fighterpilot
- Post #5
- May 8, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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Help! PC Won't Post

Thanks, but tried that already and no go.
- fighterpilot
- Post #4
- May 8, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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Help! PC Won't Post

My PC: ASUS A8N5X R1.00 AMD Socket 939 Athlon64 3800+ X2 Rosewill 400W PSU GeForce 6600 256MB PCI-E 4x512MB (2GB) Corsair Value Select DDR400 Two hard drives, two DVD-RW drives I have tried swapping memory in different slots, one at a time, two at a time, etc. I tried a different PSU...
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- Thread
- May 8, 2007
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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Internet Explorer Hangs When New Window Opened

Will try the -extoff option for a bit and see how that goes. Thanks!
- fighterpilot
- Post #4
- Apr 17, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Internet Explorer Hangs When New Window Opened

I am using Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 (IE7). Frequently when I open a window, it hangs for about ten seconds before I can enter a URL or any text input. Otherwise it works perfetly fine. Please don't tell me to use Firefox or some other browser as I have my reasons for using IE7. Thanks...
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- Thread
- Apr 14, 2007
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Help! - Dell 2407WFP and eVGA 7950 GT can't get 1440x900 resolution

2407 is easy for selecting between 1:1, aspect, and fill. That's not the issue. The issue is that you can't select 1440x900 in the video resolution because it isn't natively supported by the 2407 drivers.
- fighterpilot
- Post #7
- Mar 21, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Help! - Dell 2407WFP and eVGA 7950 GT can't get 1440x900 resolution

THanks for the responses guys. I just perused through the Anandtech review of this monitor and that was a complaint that it could handle these other resolutions, just it isn't included with the Dell driver. I used PowerStrip, and it seemed to switch just fine to those resolutions. And to...
- fighterpilot
- Post #4
- Mar 21, 2007
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Help! - Dell 2407WFP and eVGA 7950 GT can't get 1440x900 resolution

Not sure if this is a hardware issue with monitor or video card, driver issue, or other? I basically want to display 1440x900 resolution on my Dell 2407WFP (1920x1200 native) and am using an eVGA 7950 GT 512MB PCI-E video card. I tried to create a custom resolution but it says it can't do it...
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- Thread
- Mar 21, 2007
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Windows XP SP3?

2008!?! WTF? I would think first half of 2007 makes much more sense, but what do I know? I've tried nlite a few times, but I always get errors of some sort, and wanted to use nlite to save time, not spend more time installing and error checking. I reinstall once every nine to twelve months...
- fighterpilot
- Post #14
- Feb 14, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows XP SP3?

Now that Vista is released, is Microsoft going to release a Windows XP SP3? It would be nice to have a single "wrap-up" package with all updates, even including IE7 and WMP11.
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- Thread
- Feb 13, 2007
- Replies: 43
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Security Camera Suggestions?

Since I have finished my basement, we spend quite a bit of leisure time there (big screen TV, XBOX 360, PC). It is always a pain in the butt wondering when someone is showing up at the front door. I am looking for an inexpensive surveillance or security camera that I can route either to my PC...
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- Thread
- Feb 9, 2007
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Windows XP Screen Saver won't start

No screen saver works, but the monitor will not go into standby. I have my PC on pretty much 24/7 since I run a teamspeak server on it for friends, and also a basic file server for access to some files when on the road.
- fighterpilot
- Post #9
- Jan 16, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows XP Screen Saver won't start

Just recently, my screen saver won't activate in Windows XP. I have it set up for screen saver, then monitor shutoff a little while later, but neither happen. Anyone know how I might go about troubleshooting and fix it?
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- Thread
- Jan 13, 2007
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Laptop recommendation under $1000US

Wow, thanks. I found several under $900. I also found a Gateway with GeForce Go 6150 graphics. Not real great, but that one only costs $729 new.
- fighterpilot
- Post #5
- Jan 10, 2007
- Forum: Laptops
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Laptop recommendation under $1000US

Anyone? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?
- fighterpilot
- Post #2
- Jan 10, 2007
- Forum: Laptops
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Laptop recommendation under $1000US

I'm in the market for a laptop under $1000US. I want to do basic internet, email, word processing, but also would like to play some games. I know I won't be able to play Battlefield 2 or Oblivion but want half way decent 3D video capability (but BF2 would be nice). I don't care for super light...
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- Thread
- Jan 8, 2007
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Laptops
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System Not Booting with Video Driver Install

I have a Shuttle SN41G2 v2 that I use moderately, mainly as a server and secondary game PC. I have a 6800 XT 256MB AGP 8x graphics card and a Voodoo 4500 PCI graphics card installed for backwards compatability with a Win98 dual boot for older Glide games. I disabled the Vodooo 4500 in control...
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- Thread
- Dec 10, 2006
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Computer Building
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Recomendations For Wide LCD

Dell may only have reported 800:1 contrast ratio, but it has a very bright contrast. I have had zero issues with it. I have used my 2001FP for about three years (at 16ms refresh), and just in the last few months replaced it with a 2005FPW (8ms refresh). I also added a 2407FPW (24" 1920x1200) to...
- fighterpilot
- Post #20
- Dec 10, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Recomendations For Wide LCD

Dell Monitors are great IMHO. I've owned three so far: 2001FP, 2005FPW, 2407FPW. I like them because they are crisp, bright, and have lots of inputs (I have attached: two PC's - DVI & VGA, Xbox 360 - Component, PS2 - S-Video!). With Dell, unfortunately, you have to catch them when they have...
- fighterpilot
- Post #16
- Dec 9, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Refilling ink cartridges.

I bought a Samsung ML-2010 black/white laser printer for $90. I use it for 90% of my printing. It is much cheaper since one toner cartridge lasts for 2000+ sheets of paper and prints a lot faster. Retail toner cartridge costs $80, but I have found cartridges as cheap as $60, and actually picked...
- fighterpilot
- Post #6
- Dec 9, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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What would you do if ALL of your movies DISAPPEARED

I don't have a huge collection of movies, but I've started ripping them to a 320GB HDD. I usually strip the other languages, compressed to 4.7GB (for single layer), and figure I can fit about 75-80 movies on an HDD that big. Considering you can get a reliable 320GB for about $90 now, it is a...
- fighterpilot
- Post #20
- Dec 9, 2006
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Laptop Hard Drive - Life Expectancy?

I have had a Sony Vaio Laptop (PCG-FXA53: AthlonXP 1500+, ATI Mobility-M 8MB Graphics, 512MB RAM, 30GB 4200RPM HDD) for about five years now. In that time, I had the LCD serviced (under warranty thank goodness) since it failed. It used to get fairly regular use when my wife was getting her...
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- Thread
- Dec 9, 2006
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Laptops
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Transferring Laptop HD Data to New Drive

Since I rarely mess around with laptop hardware that much, what kind of connection is there on the laptop hard drive? Is there any easy way to hook it up to SATA or USB? I found this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16812119017 But it is a little pricey at $20...
- fighterpilot
- Post #5
- Nov 27, 2006
- Forum: Laptops
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Internet Explorer 7 Toolbar

Cool, thanks for that link!
- fighterpilot
- Post #6
- Nov 27, 2006
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Transferring Laptop HD Data to New Drive

Thanks. I've used imaging software quite a bit, but my problem this time is hardware. I just went through and cleaned up and reinstalled Windows on this 30GB drive and don't care to do that any time soon. My issue is that I need to get the backup to another media, and this laptop only has a...
- fighterpilot
- Post #3
- Nov 27, 2006
- Forum: Laptops
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Transferring Laptop HD Data to New Drive

I have an aging Sony Vaio (PCG-FXA53) laptop. It has a 4200RPM 30GB HD. It gets minor use, and mainly for desktop work. However, I am afraid of a hard drive failure at some point and want to swap out the drive. I have a disk image of the drive with a clean install (with WinXP SP2 + Office + all...
- fighterpilot
- Thread
- Nov 27, 2006
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Laptops
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Internet Explorer 7 Toolbar

Question about Internet Explorer 7 that I recently installed. The "home" button has moved to an inconvenient location. I prefer it where it used to be next to the URL box. Anyone know how to change that? Why don't they at least offer an option to place these things in a location for people that...
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- Thread
- Nov 27, 2006
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Operating Systems
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HyperTransport vs PCI Express

And for a 2000MHz HT Bus, is it correct for CPU-Z to show a 1000MHz speed? I know it is probably something like DDR or dual-channel, where the effective rate is doubled, but why?
- fighterpilot
- Post #8
- Sep 7, 2006
- Forum: Ask a Technical Professional
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Boot From Multiple Hard Drives???

Thanks for the responses guys. I guess I should have clarified. I am planning on doing this with a small form factor PC, so hardware solution is out of the question. As far as VMWare, I will give it a look. But I found this handy utility: <a target=_blank...
- fighterpilot
- Post #6
- Aug 22, 2006
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Boot From Multiple Hard Drives???

That VMWare looks too complicated. I want something similar like PQBoot from formerly PowerQuest, but something with a few more options, like the ability to hide certain drives. I shouldn't need to pay for two copies of XP since they will be used one at a time and on the same hardware.
- fighterpilot
- Post #3
- Aug 22, 2006
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Boot From Multiple Hard Drives???

I would like to have two hard drives in my PC, both with Windows XP. One will be used for work activities, while the other for gaming. I want to keep them separate. What is the best way to manage booting from one disk or another? Is there any decent yet simple software to let you manage such...
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- Thread
- Aug 22, 2006
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Operating Systems
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3.5" Drive Bay Cooler

Anyone know of a system or drive cooler that will fit in a 3.5" drive bay? I'm asking for 3.5" drive bay because I have a SFF system and only have a 3.5" bay available. Thanks!
- fighterpilot
- Thread
- Aug 21, 2006
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Where to Get Thermal Tape? Or Zalman VF900 Heatsinks?

Thanks Dawza. I have some 99.953% alcohol that I can use, and will try that. I'm surprised at how difficult double sided sticky thermal tape is to find. I would think that some stores would carry it!
- fighterpilot
- Post #11
- Aug 16, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Where to Get Thermal Tape? Or Zalman VF900 Heatsinks?

anyone?
- fighterpilot
- Post #9
- Aug 16, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building

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