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Video Processing

Hi Guys, I need some immediate advice if possible on a motherboard solution, video card, and additional components. I am processing images with an Intel Video Library with some software that isn't designed for SMP (part of it are homegrown). With that in mind, I know I need an Intel board, but...
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- Jun 19, 2003
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Outpost WD 80G SE $99 AR

Link I have one computer with the WD Special Edition version. The 8MB cache makes a huge difference! Too bad this one is MIR. $139.99 -$40 rebate
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- Aug 31, 2002
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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~~~~ IWANNA ~~~~

I wanna know what are the good pda/cell phone combos out there and what kind of plan to get (Especially for Baltimore, MD). Thanks, Rob
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- Post #65
- Jul 19, 2002
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Network Card not working, but why?

I swapped in a $15 Linksys card and its now working perfectly. The 3com is suppost to be a better card. Well thank you all very much for your help, its much apperciated. Kind Regards, Rob
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- Post #4
- Jul 14, 2002
- Forum: Computer Building
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Network Card not working, but why?

Ok so I pieced together a new computer out of some old/new parts. Orginally everything was working perfectly, but then suddenly the internet/network wasn't working. Windows states everything is working perfectly, but I have a hunch that it's a problem with the Sound Blaster Audigy's Legacy...
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- Jul 14, 2002
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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Tweaking a Lian Li PC 60 USB

The case fans in my lian li all use a 4 pin connector. Check out this link: http://www.kdcomputers.com/eui/prime/profile/50.htm All the fans have the large connector, should I buy a device like this so I can turn the large connectors into small connectors so I can plug it into my motherboard...
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- Post #3
- Jul 9, 2002
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Switching PSU Fan

I've never swapped out a PSU fan before, are there any tricks to it? (I'm going to go ahead and order the fans... I can probably figure out this question by myself, but it never hurts to ask) Thanks, Rob
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- Post #3
- Jul 9, 2002
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Switching PSU Fan

I have an Enermax 431 Watt "Switching Power Supply", but the fan is by far the loudest component in my system. Is it advisable to switch in a panaflow fan? If so, which and where would I buy one? Thanks, Rob
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- Jul 8, 2002
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Any one know anything about the Zalman's CNPS-5500CU Copper HSF?

Have one, it works *very* well. Very quiet. Rob
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- Post #2
- Jul 8, 2002
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Tweaking a Lian Li PC 60 USB

Hi guys! Got a brand new lian li case with an ABIT KG7-RAID mobo and I have three general questions. The Lian Li supplied fans all use the large 4 pin plastic power connectors. My motherboard, however, can monitor these fans only if they use the small connectors. Is there any reason I should...
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- Jul 8, 2002
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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KG7-RAID BIOS Settings

Hello all! I'm just curious what kind of BIOS setting people are using with their KG7-RAIDs (a bunch of us picked them up from Comp Geeks). In particular I've found that I'm able to overclock the front side bus without any problems (actually runs better), but changing memory timings kills the...
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- Jul 8, 2002
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Motherboards
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Free On-line Typing Test

Holy Jebus! I can't believe how fast these people type. I'm a classical pianist.. I get paid because I can move my fingers quickly. I typed 101 words per minute with 99% accuracy, but these other guys were typing 180?? I mean how is this possible? Am I using the wrong keyboard? Do I need...
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- Post #29
- Jun 30, 2002
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Cooling a 1.4 XP

Hi guys! I'm curious to know, does it matter at all if my cpu runs somewhat hot? If I run my CPU at 65 C will it hinder stability? Basically, I just bought an ABIT KG-7 RAID and an Athlon XP 1.4 (OEM) and I have no intension of over clocking it (for now), but it absolutly must run super...
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- Jun 29, 2002
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Economics of upgrading

Ok I'll probably go with the Athlon cpu/mobo. So now my question is: What do I do with the P2B-F/PIII 450? Thanks, Rob
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- May 20, 2002
- Forum: Computer Building
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Economics of upgrading

I have an Asus P2B-F mobo with a PIII 450, 256 Megs of PC 100/PC 133 ram (2 128 sticks different speeds), a GEForce 3 Ti 200, nice power supply, Live! Gold Sound. I want to be able to play the next Everquest which recommends a 800 mhz processor. It it more economical/wise to get a new AMD...
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- May 20, 2002
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Computer Building
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My Computer Debacle

Thanks for the tip. Actually, I told him the same thing, but he claims that it just does not run stably at 1200 or switches automatically? I have really no idea. I'm going to go home and try working with it before deciding on any course of action. He's actually pretty techno-literate, but...
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- Post #3
- May 20, 2002
- Forum: Computer Building
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My Computer Debacle

Hey guys! Today I have for you all a doityourselfer puzzle. I'm posting this here, because I know many of you guys are college types may have encountered similar probs and might have an idea what I should do. Here is the scenario: I am a recent college graduate, goin to grad school, and my...
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- May 20, 2002
- Replies: 2
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Onboard or Seperate SCSI controller?

Quick questions: Is there any performance loss in using a seperate SCSI controller over an integrated one? Where can I find some comparisons of AMD mobo's that have integreated SCSI? Thanks!
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- Feb 9, 2002
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

ECS Mobo My dad pieced this computer together not myself :) I dunno why he choose ECC other than that maybe they are suppost to run well in pairs? I have no idea. Might have something to do with him networking the house together. I'm away in college (almost graduated). This particular...
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- Post #9
- Nov 23, 2001
- Forum: Motherboards
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

This is unbelievable... Installed the PC 133 ram.. Memtested it and it works perfectly. The problem is that Windows still reboots while loading. We reinstalled the operating system. It works sometimes, but only at 900 mhz and not 1200 mhz. Before the problem would come and go depending on...
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- Post #7
- Nov 22, 2001
- Forum: Motherboards
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

Put in some PC 133 128 meg ram and it still dies (and this is after a CMOS reset. This sucks, any ideas? Rob
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- Post #6
- Nov 22, 2001
- Forum: Motherboards
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

Hmm suprised to hear that but thank you. I have an extra stick of PC 133 ram around here somewhere. I'll try it and post back in a few. Thanks for the input, Rob Ferguson
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- Post #5
- Nov 22, 2001
- Forum: Motherboards
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

update: Got into the bios, but can't get into windows on any bus or ram setting. Reboots (not even to safe mode) :( Rob
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- Post #2
- Nov 22, 2001
- Forum: Motherboards
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Lots of problems with K7SDA

I've been having a lot of problems with this motherboard. Orginally we could only get this it to work if we set the CPU settings at 100 mhz bus, which would change the CPU speed to 900 mhz. This would let it run pretty stable, but periodically it would reboot. If I set it to 133, it would go...
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- Nov 22, 2001
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Motherboards
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SUPER HOT: PIII 600Mhz / 512Kb KATMAI slot 1 $94

This is the best processor for the P2B-F right?
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- Aug 17, 2001
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Free cookies with $175 purchase from Staples

I'd say "HOT" but I think "Choco-riffic" is more appropriate. heheh
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- Post #3
- Aug 14, 2001
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Death and Obscurity

So what is the best way to clean out a case? I've got some "Enddust" somewhere I think... Rob
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- Post #4
- Aug 8, 2001
- Forum: Computer Building
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Death and Obscurity

Actually this has little to do with with death but it made a really cool title I think. I was wondering if anyone can explain why recently my roomates PC dropped 10 degrees C. Lian Li PC 60 AMD OEM Thunderbird 1.2GHz@1.4 -266MHz FSB AXIA Stepping Thermaltake VOLCANO II Heatsink + Dual Ball...
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- Aug 8, 2001
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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My dad's pc

This is all I found http://support.neccomp.com/DOWNLOAD/102083sr.pdf http://support.neccomp.com/DOWNLOAD/102083sr.pdf
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- Post #4
- Aug 7, 2001
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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My dad's pc

Can you upgrade an NEC CPU? I have no idea even what motherboard it is (there site is not userfriendly) Thanks, Rob
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- Post #3
- Aug 7, 2001
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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My dad's pc

My dad is good at kicking an horse kicking. Well he plays everquest and in december his PC is no longer going to cut it. He has a dell dimension spb400: Pentium II 400 Mhz 128 Megs Ram (upgraded from 64) A TNT 16 Meg Video board (don't remember exactly) Anyhow.. He needs a new video card. I...
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- Aug 7, 2001
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Upgrading Old PC

"AGP card wouldn't fry, it might make it." I love the confidence in that statement :) Has anyone delt with Vodoo 2K's? How much abuse can it take? Thanks Rob
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- Aug 6, 2001
- Forum: Computer Building
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Upgrading Old PC

I made my current system around June of 1999. Its a good system and its never been reformated. But... I feel that my system isn't behaving as well as I'd like. I'm reformating and trying to get it act closer to what I want it to do. Here is the current system: OS: Windows 98 1st Edition...
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- Aug 6, 2001
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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Linux Questions

Hello! I've been using windows since back in its beta days, but I've read a lot about open source and want to understand it further. Some questions: To start off with linux what distributions are good for a "hobbist" and not a networking professional? Is it better to dual boot a PC...
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- Aug 6, 2001
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Upgrading my old system

Just popped open my box.. There is one Enermax Brushless Fan inside.. I'm guessing that's not actually enough :) Tell me what you think, Rob
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- Aug 5, 2001
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Upgrading my old system

I didn't know if this really fit into any particular topic on the main list, so "off topic" felt pretty safe. If you think I should post this somewhere else, let me know. Ok I put together my current system around June of 1999. Its a good system and its never been reformated...
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- Aug 5, 2001
- Replies: 2
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Buy.com DOTD - Soundblaster Live! Platinum5.1 $124.99 after PM/Coupon with Staples.com

Although I've not done much research into the GameTheater.. As a musician I've found the live drive to be incredibly helpful. Although the stupid remote is about worthless, being able to connect all my cables in the front has helped a ton. Plus the sound is very good, and it comes bundled...
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- Post #25
- Jun 23, 2001
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Overclocking Question: Asus A7V133 1.2AXIA@1.33

"Tint the bottom of the heatsink in the area where the CPU core will contact it. Put a finger into a plastic bag and apply a small amount of Arctic Silver to the outside of the bag. Rub the compound into the base of the heatsink using a circular motion going both clockwise and...
- ThatPianoGuy
- Post #12
- Jun 21, 2001
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Overclocking Question: Asus A7V133 1.2AXIA@1.33

Currently 1343 mhz in windows according to MoboMonitor 133 FSB 10x Multiplier 1.7 Jumper Set Voltage Running for a while now after gaming a while with max everything on MS Flight Sim 2000 it runs at 57C. It rests around 52-53C in windows. Opening the side of the case dramaticly lowers the...
- ThatPianoGuy
- Post #10
- Jun 20, 2001
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Overclocking Question: Asus A7V133 1.2AXIA@1.33

Current Situation: Switch the voltage to 1.75 according the jumper settings, but motherboard said it was 1.77. It would load windows, but fail at 1400 mhz.. Runs just peachy at 1333. Should I up the voltage and run it at 1400 or should I just be happy with what I got? Thanks again, Rob
- ThatPianoGuy
- Post #7
- Jun 20, 2001
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking

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