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Worthwhile upgrade?

Is it worth it to go from: ABIT IC7 P4 3.2E 128MB BFG 6800 OC to Asus A8N-E Athlon 64 X2 3800+ 256MB eVGA 7900 GT CO for ~$730? I mostly do heavy Photoshop work and I want to get back into gaming again. My monitor is a 2405FPW so I'd like to play at 1920x1200. TIA.
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- Mar 26, 2006
- Replies: 15
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Calibrate LCD TV with PC?

Hello. I just got an LCD TV this week and I was wondering if there was any way to use my laptop to calibrate the LCD TV as I have a Eye One Display 2 calibration tool. I ordered the Digital Video Essentials DVD, but I'd like to use the Eye One if at all possible. I have a Philips DVP642 DVD...
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- Jan 7, 2006
- Replies: 0
- Forum: TVs
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Help: comp hangs at verifying dmi pool data

No I don't have one, but I figured it out and boy do I feel stupid. I have my HDDs on cable select and when I swapped the cases I accidentally put the master second on the chain so it became the slave and caused the issue. Thanks you two for the time though. I guess it was about time for a...
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- Oct 2, 2005
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Help: comp hangs at verifying dmi pool data

I've disabled all the IDE drives via the BIOS and it'll say to replace the system disk. Right now I have only one HDD connected and 2x of the sticks of RAM and it's still hanging.
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- Oct 2, 2005
- Forum: Computer Building
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Help: comp hangs at verifying dmi pool data

As it says in the title. I recently moved my hardware into a new case and now it won't completely boot. What I've tried: 1. cleared CMOS 2. fail-safe defaults for BIOS 3. tried both IDE channels (making sure all connections were properly seated) 4. tried two different IDE cables 5. used...
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- Oct 2, 2005
- Replies: 4
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Can't install Windows

I forgot to mention I tried 2 different optical drives as well (DVD-ROM and CDRW). Tried 2 CDs, 2 hard drives, and brand new IDE cables. I doubt it's the CPU since as you mentioned if that was the case it probably wouldn't even post. Motherboard is the only thing I can't eliminate so I guess...
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- Feb 27, 2005
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Can't install Windows

Yes, it shows the full 120GB. I cleared the CMOS and in the BIOS set it to "load fail safe." I doubt it's the memory because I have tried 3 different sticks. All I can narrow it down to is the motherboard like you mentioned, but it's not that old and it was running fine before, so I'm just...
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- Feb 27, 2005
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Can't install Windows

My bro's computer is giving me a headache. Background info: I'm not clear on what the initial problem was (as it's not my comp and my bro wasn't very clear). But it wasn't loading Windows and he was unable to reformat & reinstall Windows. I recently upgraded my hard drives, so I passed...
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- Feb 26, 2005
- Replies: 6
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Connection acting up. Help please.

Hi. I have the Pro Package in San Diego, CA. This is the first major problem I've experienced with my SBC Yahoo connection in going on 3 years now. The downstream is just horrible: http://s89643161.onlinehome.us/sbcconnection1.jpg As you can see the upstream is unaffected. Normally the...
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- Feb 3, 2005
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Networking
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Dell UltraSharp 2001FP/2005FPW Digital LCD = $554

Ordered mine on 1/6 @ 12PM and I got the same notice you did.
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- Jan 12, 2005
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Dell 2001FP 20.1-inch Flat Panel -- $561.75 (edit: now $599.25)

Just ordered one myself :) I'm in CA so I got taxed (total came out to ~$575), but It's still a pretty good deal.
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- Post #8
- Jan 6, 2005
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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..:: Best Buy ::.. 10% off coupon

It's $250 after rebate (not counting tax) until the 24th. The 10% was the icing on the cake though.
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- Post #42
- Dec 20, 2004
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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..:: Best Buy ::.. 10% off coupon

This coupon made me buy a iRiver H320, hehe :) $330 - $50 instant rebate = $280 - 10% coupon = $252 + tax = $272 - $30 MIR = $242 :D
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- Post #37
- Dec 19, 2004
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Worth upgrading 9800 Pro?

Well, I'd also like my brother to be able to enjoy CS:S and like I said he's on a GF4 MX. So is there a better option than the scenario I posted a few posts up? Is there anything coming out soon (like spring) that would bring down the 6800GT/Ultra prices? Do I just let my brother worry about...
- Logan8252
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- Nov 20, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Worth upgrading 9800 Pro?

Thanks guys. All the reviews I looked at were all for not anyways. I called my local Frys (which I should have done before I started) and the price of the BFG was $299 and they wouldn't even match their own website price, haha. I think what I'll end up doing is waiting for the 6600GT AGPs...
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- Nov 19, 2004
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Worth upgrading 9800 Pro?

Hi. I'm considering getting a 128MB GeForce FX6800nu (either a BFG 6800 OC w/ farcry for $250 or the PNY black friday one at compusa, $230 - $30 MIR). So after selling my 9800 Pro it will end up not costing too much. Question is, is it a worthwhile upgrade? I've been playing mostly UT2K4 and...
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- Nov 19, 2004
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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700m thinks there's 2 OSes?

Hi. I just got my 700m and it came with XP Home. I already had a copy of Windows XP Pro waiting so I repartitioned the drive (making it all one large partition) and formatted the drive in NTFS (full format, not quick). XP Pro installed fine, but when I boot up it comes to a boot screen asking me...
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- Nov 17, 2004
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Help me choose a laptop please

Hi. I'm trying to decide between these two laptops. This isn't a desktop replacement or anything and I won't be playing games on it. It's more or less to be able to have a computer with me when I'm away from home. Also I do photography on the side, so it would be nice to be able to dump...
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- Nov 11, 2004
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Laptops
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Worthwhile upgrade?

My current mobo/cpu is an ABIT IC7 (latest BIOS) and P4 2.4C@3.2GHz. Frys has one of their CPU combos going right now: 3.2E and board for ~$205 (after tax). I'd sell the board and the 2.4C to recoup some of the cash. Heatsink is an Alpha PAL8045 w/ 80mm 32cfm/27dba fan. Not really interested in...
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- Oct 23, 2004
- Replies: 2
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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External HDD 24/7 operation?

I have a Seagate 120GB/8MB drive connected via this external enclosure. Is there any more risk involved running this drive 24/7 versus one that is directly connected inside the PC? TIA.
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- Aug 11, 2004
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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External enclosure power button question

Bump. I'm wondering the same thing. I have this external HDD enclosure with a Seagate 120GB 8MB drive and just set it up today. There's a power on/off switch on it. I'm just wondering like if I'm going to bed or something and I leave my computer on, but want to turn the drive off can I just...
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- Aug 4, 2004
- Forum: Computer Building
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Bored? View my gallery :)

NP & thanks :)
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- Dec 21, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Post your car :)

Canon EOS Digital Rebel and 50mm f/1.8 II lens.
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- Dec 20, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Post your car :)

Woo wee, hehe.
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- Dec 20, 2003
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Post your car :)

Click me. Just over 3 months old. 2004 Mazda 6s 5 speed manual Sports Package Bose Audio Package Luxury Package Power Moonroof SAB & SAC ULEV Emissions Equipment (I think that's it) All I've done is put a set of wheel locks and Sparco Grip pedals. Planned upgrades (not for a year or so)...
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- Dec 20, 2003
- Replies: 112
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Bump. Added a fair amount of new stuff :)
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- Dec 14, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Bump :)
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- Dec 6, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

YGPM.
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- Post #34
- Dec 5, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

It's a bit much for someone who's just going to take pictures of the family and a vacation here and there, but if it's for someone who enjoys photography and doesn't want to put down $1,600+ on a 10D and a lens then I'd highly recommend it :)
- Logan8252
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- Dec 5, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Bored? View my gallery :)

That was taken with my old S40. Unfortunately I got the Digital Rebel after the season was over. I can't wait to take the Digital Rebel and the 70-300mm lens to some ballgames at Petco Park! Go Padres! :P
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- Dec 5, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Thanks again everyone.
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- Dec 5, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

LOL, oops, you're right. So used to saying Canon the ~1.5 years. Brainfart :)
- Logan8252
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- Dec 4, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Hehe, I'll definitely be spending more time at the beaches when it heats up a bit ;) Also a friend of mine has mentioned she'd be interested little modeling for me also (the one in the billiards shot in the misc. section) in the near future so I'll get some practice with portraits and...
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- Dec 4, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Thanks for the comments everyone. Some of you have asked about my gear and experience, so I'll just copy and paste the pertinent from I wrote that will be going to the intro page to my gallery: Just a quick sidenote, only about 15 of the pictures in the gallery were taken with one of the...
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- Dec 4, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Bored? View my gallery :)

Thanks :D
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- Dec 4, 2003
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Bored? View my gallery :)

I've posted up a link to some of my stuff before, but I just finished getting some webspace and a domain with some friends and set up this .php gallery, so check it out and LMK what you think. Click :)
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- Dec 4, 2003
- Replies: 42
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Tell me what you think of my stuff.

Nice shots. Too bad I can't get any show shots down here in San Diego, hehe. What a weird bug, hehe. Nice shot though :)
- Logan8252
- Post #28
- Nov 20, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Tell me what you think of my stuff.

Well typically when someone criticizes without offering suggestions they're the one that comes across as an ass.
- Logan8252
- Post #25
- Nov 18, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Tell me what you think of my stuff.

Well the picture is called luxor_03.jpg so I'd imagine so! :P And thanks for the comments everyone :)
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- Post #19
- Nov 18, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Tell me what you think of my stuff.

*Bump* Put up a few more :)
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- Post #14
- Nov 17, 2003
- Forum: OT Discussion Club

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