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Bizarre Reboot Issue

It's a fairly new i7-7700 system, and the problem has been there ever since I bought it (though strangely it has occasionally gone for extremely long stretches of time, like as long as a month or so, without the issue happening). The PSU I replaced the original with is a new Corsair, which...
- vicwang
- Post #7
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Computer Building
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Bizarre Reboot Issue

I didn't see anything in the BIOS about offset voltage, but I did see options for C-states (i.e. power saving) so I disabled it. After Googling a bit about C-states I found others had the EXACT same issue. Won't know for sure for a while if it worked but I'm pretty optimistic that it did the trick!
- vicwang
- Post #5
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Computer Building
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Bizarre Reboot Issue

Wow that's a great suggestion, I'll try it.
- vicwang
- Post #3
- Jun 19, 2018
- Forum: Computer Building
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Bizarre Reboot Issue

Having a really bizarre issue with random reboots. Basically my PC is rebooting semi-randomly, but the behavior is completely the opposite of what would typically be expected: when playing games which stress the system under heavy load it never reboots, but when the system is completely idle it...
- vicwang
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- Jun 19, 2018
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- Replies: 6
- Forum: Computer Building
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Running 12v Fan @ 24 Volts?

Thanks for the great advice, guys. I will look into those options.
- vicwang
- Post #12
- Sep 19, 2008
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Running 12v Fan @ 24 Volts?

Well, the mosquito trap will be outdoors, so noise won't really be issue. And the fan in the trap died, and I just happen to have a spare Panaflo H1A, so if it will work (and possibly be more powerful than the old fan) I'd like to replace it with the Panaflo. My main concern is making...
- vicwang
- Post #3
- Sep 8, 2008
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Running 12v Fan @ 24 Volts?

Does anyone have experience with running 12v case fans at 24v for extended periods of time? The only thing I was able to find on the subject was this article, which shows that it can be done, but doesn't say anything about long-term repercussions: http://www.afrotechmods.com/fanmod.htm...
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- Sep 8, 2008
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Major System Slowdown w/Minimal CPU & RAM Usage?

I'm encountering a bizarre problem with a particular application. I can provide more specifics if need be, but right now I'm just trying to understand how this is even theoretically possible, so I'll just phrase this question in more general terms: How is it possible for a piece of software...
- vicwang
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- Nov 30, 2007
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Windows
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Hosting Azureus Torrent: Losing Network Connections!

I've been having a strange problem ever since I started hosting a torrent with Azureus for the first time (with the embedded tracker). The torrent was created OK and people were able to connect to it, but every few hours I lose all network connectivity and have to disable and re-enable my...
- vicwang
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- Sep 19, 2005
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Networking
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Athlon 64 + Antec Sonata II: CPU Cooler Recs?

Thanks. I've heard the XP90 is pretty good so if that will fit for sure I might go with that. I'd definitely rather go with something that will fit without removing the ducting than have to remove t for a bigger HSF. Don't plan to OC too much but it would be nice to OC a speed grade or two.
- vicwang
- Post #3
- Sep 6, 2005
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Athlon 64 + Antec Sonata II: CPU Cooler Recs?

I'm planning to build a new Athlon 64 3200 system with a K8USA Dragon Ultra mobo and I'm thinking about getting the Antec Sonata II for the case. However, from the screenshots of the case, it looks like clearance might be an issue with some CPU coolers due to the ducts: Antec Sonata Pic...
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- Sep 6, 2005
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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"Turbo" Mouse Application?

You know the old Nintendo controllers where you could enable "turbo" mode and have it automatically click the button really fast just by holding down the button? Does anyone know of such an application for Windows that will allow me to, for example, make the left mouse button click in at a high...
- vicwang
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- Oct 26, 2004
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Windows
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What's So Great About Google Toolbar?

Thanks for the suggestion. I've found you can hide most of the toolbar, but you still have to keep the search field visible at all times. Of course my complaint isn't a matter of practicality (since I use Firefox with browser-level popup blocking anyway), I just find it inherently absurd that...
- vicwang
- Post #17
- Jul 8, 2004
- Forum: Windows
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What's So Great About Google Toolbar?

Because it would be a monumental waste of time if such information is already freely available on the web. Just to be clear, I'm not trying to take anything away from those who have provided feedback based on their experiences above. Opinions based on personal experience are certainly valuable...
- vicwang
- Post #10
- Jul 7, 2004
- Forum: Windows
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What's So Great About Google Toolbar?

The popup blocking capabilities of the Google Toolbar are disabled when the toolbar is hidden. I have tested this in the past, and I just confirmed it again with the latest version. Based on actual tests of specific pages and certain scenarios, not based on purely subjective opinion. For...
- vicwang
- Post #8
- Jul 7, 2004
- Forum: Windows
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What's So Great About Google Toolbar?

Ever since the release of the Google Toolbar, I've heard dozens of people talking about how great it is and how it's the best pop up blocker they've ever used. Since I use Firefox for most of my browsing needs and Panicware Pop-Up Stoppper when I use IE, I've never had a problem with pop ups...
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- Jul 6, 2004
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Windows
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Quick Undelete Utility?

I guess I should also mention I'm using WinXP Professional and it's a FAT32 partition.
- vicwang
- Post #2
- Mar 19, 2004
- Forum: Computer Building
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Quick Undelete Utility?

Does anyone know of a good quick way to undelete files which have been emptied from the recycle bin? For example, I have a few AVI files which are several GB each that I want to undelete. I have not written anything to that partition since the files were deleted, so they are still fully intact...
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- Mar 19, 2004
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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BFG RMA's, how long did it take for you?

Sent it to them Wednesday night via 2-day Fedex. They received it on Friday then shipped the replacement the following Tuesday via UPS Ground.
- vicwang
- Post #7
- Feb 11, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

Another update: I called BuyXtremeGear.com for an RMA, they said they don't cross ship for individual part orders (no idea what that's all about) but to ship them the card and they'd send a replacement. But then I found out they were just going to ship the card to BFG for a replacement, then...
- vicwang
- Post #89
- Feb 5, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

"The one i received works great. BFG Tech has a 24/7 toll free tech support line. Call them and let us know how helpful they are. I am greatly curious as to the level/quality of support this offers. Have yet to hear any comments on anyone." I called at around 8:30 last night, waited over an...
- vicwang
- Post #71
- Feb 3, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

BTW if anyone is considering it, you might want to hold off on getting this card. Someone else just posted a thread about a very similar problem with this exact same card (BFG Asylum FX 5900). Not a very good sign esp. with the talk of the card being "discontinued"...
- vicwang
- Post #67
- Feb 3, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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RMA Advice - BFG FX5900 from GameVE

I guess I should also mention I tried calling the BFG support line, waited for about an hour, then hung up. I wonder if they're getting flooded with calls or if they usually take that long to pick up.
- vicwang
- Post #6
- Feb 3, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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RMA Advice - BFG FX5900 from GameVE

Sounds like we're in pretty much the same situation with the same exact card. Must have been a bad batch of memory chips or something: Link The place I got mine from has the card in stock, but OEM only. I'm hoping to at least get an OEM replacement cross-shipped to me.
- vicwang
- Post #5
- Feb 3, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

Update: Well I received the card yesterday, and it is indeed a full-fledged retail version with CoD. In fact I noticed this thread they other day about buyextremegear.com saying the card was discontinued: BuyXtremeGear says BFG5900 is discontinued!! As of right now, I notice they still have...
- vicwang
- Post #66
- Feb 3, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

"Damn, if that does have CoD that is smoking hot! If you don't want the game selling it should bring your cost down to about $135" Yeah, hopefully they're not just bs'ing me since at first they were saying it doesn't come with ANY bundled games. Then when I asked which card do come with CoD...
- vicwang
- Post #34
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

Well I placed the order for the 5900. Based on the evidence it looks like it's obviously the better deal. Thanks to everyone for the advice and information. ALSO: a correction to my last correction. I contacted them again and apparently the guy I talked to was wrong, the 5900 I linked to above...
- vicwang
- Post #27
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

Correction: I just emailed the vendor above, and the 5900 they carry does not include Call of Duty.
- vicwang
- Post #12
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Got a BFG 5900, Finally saying goodbye to Voodoo5

Quick question about this card (BFG Asylum 5900). Does anyone know if all of the retail boxes come with Call of Duty or only certain ones?
- vicwang
- Post #35
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

Interesting, thanks for the info... So does the 9600XT have any substantial advantages over the 5900? Other than the HL2 certificate which I'm hearing might not even be usable until Fall 2004?
- vicwang
- Post #7
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

"and which HL2 benches are you talking about? i haven't seen any benches for a very very long time." These are the one I was referring to, from back in September. Pretty huge lead for the Radeons. HL2 Benchmarks If anyone is aware of newer benchmarks which suggest differently, please let me know.
- vicwang
- Post #3
- Jan 27, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Radeon 9600XT or Geforce FX 5900?

I'm trying to decide between these two cards. I found the FX 5900 here for $161: Geforce FX 5900 They also have the Radeon 9600XT here for the same price: Radeon 9600XT From the benchmarks I've seen, the 5900 looks to be quite a bit faster with current games. But in Half Life 2 benchmarks...
- vicwang
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- Jan 27, 2004
- Replies: 92
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Win98 Reinstall: Printer Doesn't Work

I just did a clean reinstall of Win 98 and everything is working fine except for one thing: I tried to reinstall the drivers for my Samsung ML-1210 laser printer but for some reason the thing will not work. I've downloaded the latest driver off Samsung's web site, tried uninstalling then...
- vicwang
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- Nov 10, 2003
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Computer Building
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No network after connecting to cable modem???

Thanks for the advice everyone! It is working great now. Not sure why it was not working when I did the release/renew earlier, but I tried again and messed around with the network settings, and now it is working fine again. Thanks.
- vicwang
- Post #6
- Oct 29, 2003
- Forum: Networking
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No network after connecting to cable modem???

Thanks for the tip. Unfortunately it didn't work.
- vicwang
- Post #3
- Oct 28, 2003
- Forum: Networking
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No network after connecting to cable modem???

I have a 2-PC ethernet network with an SMC router, and I temporarily disconnected my primary PC from the router and plugged directly into the cable modem via ethernet cable (to get around the firewall). HOWEVER, now when I disconnect from the cable modem and plug back into the router, I am no...
- vicwang
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- Oct 28, 2003
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Networking
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Hang on boot: HDD failure???

Thanks for the suggestions. I over-wrote the MBR and boot.ini and got past the previous point where it was hanging, but then kept getting message about hal.dll missing or corrupted. Apparently that is a common error due to a bug in Windows. However, the suggested solution I was able to find...
- vicwang
- Post #11
- Oct 28, 2003
- Forum: Computer Building
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Hang on boot: HDD failure???

I was transferring about 20 gigs worth of large files from one of my PC's to the other over the network, when the PC being transferred to suddenly rebooted itself in mid-copy. Now, when I boot up, it hangs on the "Verifying DMI Pool Data...." part of the boot sequence. I wonder if the boot...
- vicwang
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- Oct 24, 2003
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Computer Building
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Hosting w/High DL Limits???

I have about 100 megs worth of football highlight clips (University of Texas games) that I created and would like to host online. I put some of them on Tripod but hit 2 GB downloaded within 24 hours and my download limits are constantly maxed out. I created a second Tripod site but that got...
- vicwang
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- Sep 6, 2003
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Program to tell if two documents written by same person?

I have heard there are programs which can analyze two written documents (not the handwriting, but the text that make up the documents) and establish the probability that the documents were written by the same person. Presumably it would analyze sentence structure, diction, any slang or unusual...
- vicwang
- Thread
- Jul 3, 2003
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Windows

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