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New Vid Card

Agree with the new format request. However, this is a copy and paste, should be enough info. Old video card replacement question: I have the ATI Radeon HD 3800 series card, which causes all sorts of shutdown problems on my Win7 machine and driver errors. Im done trying different drivers, as...
- rickkipp
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- Jan 11, 2011
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Hot EVGA 750i??

:thumbsdown: Year old Gigabyte EP35-DS3R died (refurbished, so 30 day warranty). Replaced with EVGA NForce 750i SLI FTW A1 series. Now, puter runs much faster, but about 18 degrees centigrade hotter, per Core Temp and Speed Fan. Now at 49 degrees, system is at 121 degrees. Any reasons this...
- rickkipp
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- Apr 11, 2009
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Motherboards
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Are "Compatible" toner cartridges decent?

I've used good generics for 2 different Brother copiers, both B & W. All were good enough. The best is to find a good site to buy from, and if price is right, don't shop all over the place in the future. Stay with one known supplier, as it's easy to manufacture really poor quality toner...
- rickkipp
- Post #2
- Nov 13, 2008
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Gigabyte DS3P to What??

I've had a Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3P that is now bad. I've had it 2.5 months, so the Egg won't replace and don't even list that mobo anymore. Worked great for a short time, and I liked all the USB ports. Gigabyte now wants me to send them the original mobo back, wait for them to diddle around, and...
- rickkipp
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- May 30, 2008
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Motherboards
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HDTV Deal

http://www.buy.com/retail/prod...adid=17654&dcaid=17654 I just got their email.
- rickkipp
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- Mar 6, 2008
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Xeon E3110

I think you know that this is the exactly same processor as the E8400. Therefore, whatever works for that will work for the Xeon. All P35 and 38 mobo's should work fine. Don't know about others.
- rickkipp
- Post #2
- Mar 3, 2008
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Where's my Intel E8400?

My whole premise for a new rig was this fantastic cpu. Well stocked for a month or two by the big boys, and now you cannot even preorder it. I have checked on 2 sites that I want to be notified if there's any word of them. For the life of me, I can't think of a more approprate cpu. (Running...
- rickkipp
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- Feb 22, 2008
- Replies: 2
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Install & Partion on NTFS Spinpoint 320GB

From what I've read, you can install XP SP (OEM) on a new build, and from setup screens you can do a full install, Choose NTFS Format for entire drive and then partition an OS drive at 20-30gbs. If this isn't all MS BS. is it reliable if followed correctly. I would link that all MS updated for...
- rickkipp
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- Feb 19, 2008
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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SATA Cable Question

I'm preparing my list for a new 'puter to build in a couple of months. I've researched a lot about straight SATA cable and staight to angled, both left and right angles, plus the angled to angled. And does the angled work best for the HDD connection, or for the mobo. For a Gigabyte P35 or X38...
- rickkipp
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- Feb 8, 2008
- Replies: 10
- Forum: Computer Building
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Good deal for a 750W PSU?

:thumbsup: Newegg has a good deal on the OCZ GameExtreme 700 watt psu now: $105.00! Great ratings, great brand: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16817341002
- rickkipp
- Post #10
- Jan 4, 2008
- Forum: Power Supplies
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New Mid Range Puter

O.K., sorry that didn't work: http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16811133154 http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16813128064 http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16814102715 http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16817139004...
- rickkipp
- Post #5
- Dec 9, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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New Mid Range Puter

Here's my current list for a new puter. I know I won't get to it for a few months, so some items will change (looking for Samsung Spinpoint HD322HJ's when they get to America. Also new video cards arriving soon. SO, my main concerns are with the case, Psu, Mobo, Memory and optical discs. Will...
- rickkipp
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- Dec 8, 2007
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Computer Building
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New E6850 'puter

Yes, the mobo has sound, but I'm not sure if onboard will do justice to my Klipsch 4.1's.
- rickkipp
- Post #5
- Oct 12, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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New E6850 'puter

:confused: Need new 'puter asap. Here's my full list. Please don't hesitate to comment with suggestions. I am not a gamer or an overclocker, tho I may get into some older games, like Madden/Nascar to see if this old geezer (61) is up to it. Tough to fill all this retirement time! [ Update...
- rickkipp
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- Oct 12, 2007
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Computer Building
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Stupid Stupid Stupid me

All good suggestions, HOO. Will check those all out on newegg. btw, my original problem above was that when I shorted out the fan wire on the case, the UPS automatically shut down! Never thought of that on. Doubt I'll do that twice! Thanks
- rickkipp
- Post #8
- Sep 14, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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Intel rig $1400.00

Posted this on Computer Problems, and they suggested this forum more apt. My existing 'puter is 6 yrs old (P4 2.53, 2gb ram, 4 of 80gb HD's and typical other items of that era. Thinking of something like this, but I can wait for the P38 & Penyrn. Not heavily into games, but multitask alot, video...
- rickkipp
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- Sep 13, 2007
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Stupid Stupid Stupid me

Thanks all. I took it to my local privately owned shop (they built the rig 6 years ago), & thought it was the psu also. They don't open the psu for the internal fuse, so they're going to install a new psu and call me tomorrow. If it needs a psu and mobo, I may finally can this 'puter, and build...
- rickkipp
- Post #6
- Sep 13, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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Stupid Stupid Stupid me

Without laughing too hard, this is what I f'd up on. Was reinstalling window panel side and went to hook-up the side panel wire & neon light. Well, the power was still on, I dropped the wire in the 'puter case, saw a quick spark where it grounded out, and boom, the entire computer shut down and...
- rickkipp
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- Sep 12, 2007
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Computer Building
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4 HD's and moving program filed

Guess I'm more or a reader! Also, I'm a 61 year old geezer with extreme interests. I really use these forums as a learning experience. Certainly, though, when I do get around for my next (and 1st) build, I'll be posting a plenty in the hardare forum. Thanks, again.
- rickkipp
- Post #5
- Aug 20, 2007
- Forum: Windows
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4 HD's and moving program filed

Thanks, man. Good reply. Sorry about all the bs re my computer, I'm used to the hardware forums.
- rickkipp
- Post #3
- Aug 20, 2007
- Forum: Windows
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Deal of good monitor

This BenQ FP222W widescreen lcd is on sale at ecost.com for $229. Newegg has it for $285.00 Good price for a decent 22" widescreen. http://www.ecost.com/detail.as...01&Source=ewb082007EML
- rickkipp
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- Aug 20, 2007
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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4 HD's and moving program filed

My system: 6 yr old with TT Xaser full tower case, MSI 845E mobo, 4 gb Kingston Ram, SB Audigy sound card (use with Klipsch 4.1's), ATI Radeon 7500 video, 7 port Dlink USB hub, Comcast Modem, Dlink wireless router, Epson camera, Epson scanner, Brother Laser MFC printer, 2.53 P4 cpu with stock...
- rickkipp
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- Aug 20, 2007
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Windows
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Solid System for $1300?

O.K., where' you find that price for the Antec 900 case & the Seagate HD's?? Cause I saw the case at Newegg for $130. and the Seagate 320GB for $90 each. Am I bending over or something?! Hey, thanks for your response to my similar post.
- rickkipp
- Post #8
- Apr 21, 2007
- Forum: Computer Building
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Upgrade from 5 yr old system

From 2.53 533 Intel P4/MSI 845-E Max; 2gb ram; 4 WD 80gb HD's, etc. Looking at the following, all from Newegg or ZipZoom: Antec 900 mid-tower case with 3 120mm fans $130. 200mm Big Boy Fan for top vent from performance-pc $30.00 PSU = Seasonic S12; $138.00 Gigabite GA-965-S3 $105...
- rickkipp
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- Apr 21, 2007
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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Antec P180 black case

Just saw on Comp USA that the Antec P180, one of the highest rated, is on sale for $90.00. Special price, I don't know how long.
- rickkipp
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- Mar 30, 2007
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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What is a good way to test the stability of your OCed CPU?

What do you mean by "stability"? Are you having problems? www.belarc.com will give you all the specifics of you hardware and softwate. sisoft sandra (find in google.com) will give you some meaningful information, plus a lot of erroneous info. Then there's cpuid and dxdiag. For me...
- rickkipp
- Post #4
- May 15, 2001
- Forum: Computer Building
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Good Deal on Office Depot Photo Paper

Sounds ok, but not great. I buy 8.5" x 11" Premium High Gloss Inkjet paper that is 32# weight (don't know about the other numbers) from Red River Paper. 100 sheets are $40.12 delivered to my door. Stock #8500. This is excellent with my Epson Sylus Color 900 printer in Gloss mode...
- rickkipp
- Post #9
- Jan 29, 2001
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Poll: Performance VS stability. Which OS do you use?

Yeah, Win 2 K. Stable, and it drastically sped up my more complex applications. Also like the defrag utility, with the analysis feature. Even USB connections with camera and scanner are faster. I reboot once a week at most, just from habit, NOT NEED. Resources stay maintained.
- rickkipp
- Post #42
- Jan 26, 2001
- Forum: Computer Building
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Promise Ultra 66 and Windows 2000 Questions

I have read the posts dated 1120-11/25/2000, re Promise Ultra 66 and Win 2K Pro. Unanswered (4 me at least!) are the following: I have the Promise Ultra 66 sitting here. However, I have been reading the tech support pages from Promise. They talk about problems booting into an existing OS (all...
- rickkipp
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- Dec 27, 2000
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Is Klipsch v.2-400 best 4speaker system still?

Get 2 sets of the Klipsch 2.1's! $400, and better base and midrange than the 4.1's. There was a review linked on anandtech this past week. They've improved the midrange and some other minor things. Imagine the woofers in front and behind you! Awesome gaming settup. Good luck.
- rickkipp
- Post #12
- Nov 5, 2000
- Forum: Computer Building

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