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Is Seagate a godawful company?

I like how you assume the worst about me just because I didn't realize I was buying from a bad seller. I saw a page, it said the drive was by Seagate, I bought it mistakenly thinking Seagate was still a reputable seller. Apparently, I did not realize there was a scummy third party seller...
- DKlein
- Post #32
- Feb 1, 2017
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Is Seagate a godawful company?

Went through Amazon, and yes apparently it was a 3rd party ("Finity India" or some such). Regardless, the drive died in 6 months, Seagate's website is miserable to navigate to actually talk to someone (I eventually did and they confirmed it's OEM AKA FU), and they pulled a blatant warranty bait...
- DKlein
- Post #14
- Jan 28, 2017
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Is Seagate a godawful company?

It seems so to me, but maybe I'm just having a bad experience. I bought a 2TB HDD off of them 6 months ago on Amazon. They clearly advertised it on the webpage as having a 2 year warranty. Well, the drive died on me today. Quite a short life. Not sure if any data will be salvageable. The real...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Jan 27, 2017
- Replies: 57
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Thanks, I'll look into that diagram tomorrow. Gigabyte's tech support wasn't great the first time (when the PSU died I missed the Power_OK pin so I thought the PSU was good and went to the MB initially as the culprit, and started an RMA about the original no-POST issue). We'll see how it goes...
- DKlein
- Post #22
- Apr 7, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Hmmm... I took out the CPU to clean up around and look more closely at the VRM and reapply thermal paste. Turns out a few pins were bent. Might've happened during the initial PSU component testing - I had to swap out CPUs a few times to check if that was the issue. This might be the culprit...
- DKlein
- Post #20
- Apr 6, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

I did 25min of testing with the case open. Well, that's about 15-17 minutes longer than I managed before, so progress? Temps were basically the same for everything (kudos to me for designing an air cooling system that works as well with the case open as closed). All I noticed was that the PSU...
- DKlein
- Post #19
- Apr 6, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Thanks. I can't tell the heat directly with the IR probe because the motherboard VRMs are all covered by the CPU heatsink clips (it's a large SilverStone setup). I can't really check VRM temps with the heatsink off without fusing the CPU to the MB, so ??? All I can say is that the motherboard...
- DKlein
- Post #17
- Apr 6, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Thanks for the advice. At this point it's more academic, though, since I've started a return/refund RMA. Like I said, even if the PSU isn't causing the crashes, a 12V rail out of spec on a brand new unit isn't acceptable to me. Do you think a 134W GPU and ~30W CPU system should be too much for...
- DKlein
- Post #15
- Apr 6, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Nothing in my rig is 4 years old. The old PSU was 5 years old. Everything else ranges from 2 years to 2 months old. I should've replaced it sooner, but I usually aim for 4-5 years of service from a PSU with no other issues (all voltages were still good under load a couple months back when I last...
- DKlein
- Post #14
- Apr 6, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Swapped vid cards to an older one (150W, so slightly more power hungry), a GTS 250 1GB (DX10.1 I think). OCCT PSU test DX11: 12V rail barely drops past idle (11.78V); everything runs stably for 45min. OCCT PSU test DX9: 12V rail drops past 11.20V; CTRB after 8min, right on cue. So it's not the...
- DKlein
- Post #5
- Apr 5, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Well, that's a bit what I'm worried about. The RAM seems fine, at least not the cause of these crashes, as does the CPU. I'm going to test out an older video card later today to check if the GPU is causing it, but I'm not sure why that would force a CTRB all the time, rather than just...
- DKlein
- Post #4
- Apr 5, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

Oh, also any recommendations for a 400-450W PSU that's not uber expensive but also doesn't CTRB constantly? I'm not sure if the RMA will require I get another Corsair, so maybe keep suggestions to that brand, but maybe also Antec/SeaSonic/XFX. 80-Plus/Bronze is fine, I don't need any fancy...
- DKlein
- Post #2
- Apr 5, 2015
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Corsair CX series overheating/crashing - anyone else?

So my old OCZ 500W died on me a couple days ago after 5 good years (just rebooted randomly and upon restart only a black screen, Power_Good was 61mV when jumped on), and I decided to upgrade quality for a supposedly better brand while downgrading quantity a bit and went for a CX430. I suppose I...
- DKlein
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- Apr 5, 2015
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Power Supplies
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Intermittent "Won't Boot/Post" Issue Turns Permanent

First, I've tested both sticks of RAM individually. Both seem fine. I took the GPU, CPU, and PSU to a local shop that has AMD products to do a check. Gave the guy the CPU, we fired it up past POST and BIOS screen. Guy had no background knowledge of my issues (language barrier and all), and just...
- DKlein
- Post #5
- Nov 18, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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Intermittent "Won't Boot/Post" Issue Turns Permanent

Well, considering I can power the computer on when the 8-pin is disconnected, probably the power button isn't at issue ;) 2 shops: both tell me that, from their experience, it's the mobo and irreparable, though no definitive cause has been given. Physical inspection of the mobo reveals no...
- DKlein
- Post #4
- Nov 17, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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Intermittent "Won't Boot/Post" Issue Turns Permanent

So, over the past maybe 6 months, my computer started to stop starting on random, rare occasions. Maybe once every month or two, suddenly the power switch did nothing. I would fiddle with the PSU cable, thinking that was the case, and after a few minutes of fiddling, the thing would turn on and...
- DKlein
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- Nov 17, 2012
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Computer Building
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Lost old account/pass/e-mail

Used to have an old account here with maybe 200-400 posts, but I lost the name/pass, and I'm pretty sure the e-mail it was tied to isn't mine anymore. Anyone I can talk to to get the e-mail switched and my old pass? Could provide probable e-mail accounts it was under, rig specs, and at least...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Feb 26, 2010
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Forum Issues and Feedback
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$400 Upgrade

Ended up going with this (s/h included): BFG GTS 250 1GB - $126 (-$20 from Frys, +$10 tax, +$6 gas) AMD Phenom II x4 925 - $140 (Newegg) ASRock 770 board - $63 (Newegg, $3 s/h) 2x2GB OCZ GE 1333 cas-9 - $90 (-$10 Newegg) OCZ ModXStream Pro 500W - $40 (-$25, free ship Newegg) _____________ $449...
- DKlein
- Post #10
- Feb 26, 2010
- Forum: Computer Building
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$400 Upgrade

Just found a BFG GTS 250 1GB for $110 at a local Fry's. Think I'll take that one. Is 4GB necessary here with a 1GB video card? The $25-30 I can save dropping to 3GB is really going to help me stay under $450 if I need a new PSU. Also, I'm running XP 32bit, which means a lot of the extra 1GB is...
- DKlein
- Post #9
- Feb 26, 2010
- Forum: Computer Building
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$400 Upgrade

Well, it's only for 3 months, so long-term use isn't an issue, period. As stated in the OP, everything's getting resold in 3mo. Going on a long trip... Monitor is 1280x1024. Yes, it's a CRT. Yes, that's sort of stupid to still have one. No, I don't care :) Bright side: 25% fewer pixels should...
- DKlein
- Post #8
- Feb 26, 2010
- Forum: Computer Building
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$400 Upgrade

Sorry for the late response, but I've been busy. Thank you for the help, it's much appreciated :) Are newer onboard APUs capable of EAX-type environmental sound? I've tried playing games on my laptop, which has an onboard APU (Conexant HD Audio), and it's just not the same at all: I lose so...
- DKlein
- Post #7
- Feb 26, 2010
- Forum: Computer Building
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$400 Upgrade

Thanks for the reply. I certainly have the money to build a $5K computer right now - means isn't what's holding me back, so "upgrading later" isn't an option, as it would be much later if I did upgrade. The budget exists for a reason; RAM needs to be included. The game is very processor- and...
- DKlein
- Post #3
- Feb 13, 2010
- Forum: Computer Building
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$400 Upgrade

UPDATE - Bought Looking to upgrade my old computer to play ArmA2 (bench mark), maybe STALKER:CoP for the next few months (will be selling everything but the case afterward). Current specs: Old 20" CRT 4:3 1600x1200 (fuzzy, better at 1280x1024, acceptable for now) Lian-Li ATX case (fine for...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Feb 11, 2010
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Computer Building
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External HDD??

I need to get a laptop for video editing, and am wondering what the deal is with an external HDD. I hear it's eSATA <- FW-800 <- USB2 What speed should I be looking for? Is 7200 going to be too fast for the connection; 5400 okay? Any help would be useful.
- DKlein
- Thread
- Dec 16, 2006
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Peripherals & Components
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Better Mobile Processor?

Can't. Price is prohibitive.
- DKlein
- Post #7
- Dec 16, 2006
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Better Mobile Processor?

It's for a trip to India to shoot a documentary. Then it's being given to the family, since they need a new laptop. It's effectively a three-week loaner. That's why I'm trying to keep the price low, but still have it be capable. Regardless, I just want the freedom of a laptop. I'm not going...
- DKlein
- Post #5
- Dec 16, 2006
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Better Mobile Processor?

Do you think the onboard graphics are going to make a big difference in video editing? I haven't had to build a system for this type of thing before.
- DKlein
- Post #3
- Dec 15, 2006
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Better Mobile Processor?

I'm looking at some HP laptops right now, and don't know how much better one would be than the other. I need this primarily for video editing. Options are: Core Duo T2250 (1.73GHz) vs. X2 Tl-56 (1.8GHz) OR Tl-60 (2.0GHz) (both are in relative price range) The Duo setup sacrifices on...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2006
- Replies: 6
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Video Editing Laptop

Well, after looking around for a bit, I came up with this: HP V6000Z 15.4" AMD X2 1.8MHz 512x2MB RAM 40GB SATA 5400 8x DVD R/RW $850 plus a WD 120GB 5400RPM 8MB 2.5-in for editing - $105 Seems good maybe?
- DKlein
- Post #2
- Dec 15, 2006
- Forum: Laptops
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What Did I Miss???

I've been away from the forums and general technology advances for a couple years. What has come since? Last I knew, the 6800 series was tops, 64-bit processors were coming into their own, and I think nForce4 was the top chipset. I think dual core was just getting going, too. Or at least...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2006
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Computer Building
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Video Editing Laptop

It's been a couple years since I kept up with the computer industry, so I have no clue what I'm doing now, especially since I'm new to laptop territory. I need a laptop for video editing, simple as that. I prefer to make my own (I'm assuming you can do that with laptops - I've done it with a...
- DKlein
- Thread
- Dec 15, 2006
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Laptops
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Low budget PC card?

A. What kind of PSU does that case have (I know it's 350W, but is it quality)? B. Forgot what B was. C. I suppose I could cut costs on the case and maybe just use the old SB Live! card from the dead computer, since my mom won't need it. I still want a good PSU, though.
- DKlein
- Post #32
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Low budget PC card?

I've got a 19" ViewSonic. I'm not getting her something I wouldn't use myself. Granted, I'd like something bigger than 15", BUT she DID break the last monitor by spilling water on it (how, don't ask). This is her punishment. You have to teach them somehow, else how would I be considered a good...
- DKlein
- Post #30
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Low budget PC card?

I'm looking at the 6100 integrated. Can't go 6150, because that means I have to go 939, which more than doubles the cost of the processor. Currently I'm looking at: COOLER MASTER Centurion 541 RC-541-SKN1 Black Aluminumm MicroATX Mini Tower BIOSTAR GEFORCE 6100-M7 Socket 754 NVIDIA GeForce...
- DKlein
- Post #26
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Low budget PC card?

Would the 6100/754 at least be equivalent? She never really had issues with it before. (Do you play AA, btw?)
- DKlein
- Post #23
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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Check this budget PC

I found one for $569 with nearly equivalent features. The other system you quoted will actually be slower than the one she had. Correct me if I'm wrong, but these aren't including monitors. The computer I'm making is around $410 w/o a monitor. I suppose selling Office would help, though.
- DKlein
- Post #26
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Check this budget PC

Alright, but there's still the other issues. How did I miss the video on that screen? I must be going blind.
- DKlein
- Post #25
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Check this budget PC

Dell's HDD is too small, doesn't have a DVD burner (now included, see edit), plus I don't know what kind of graphics and audio that has. Does it include a monitor, also? The closest Dell I could come out with was almost $700, and that's with only a 1-yr warranty, no floppy drive, slower RAM...
- DKlein
- Post #23
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Check this budget PC

If I did go mATX, I'd get: COOLER MASTER Centurion 541 RC-541-SKN1 Black Aluminumm bezel, SECC chassis MicroATX Mini Tower Computer Case - $45.00 BIOSTAR GEFORCE 6100-M7 Socket 754 NVIDIA GeForce 6100 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - $59.99 FSP Group (Fortron Source) FSP350-60BN-S...
- DKlein
- Post #21
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Check this budget PC

1. I'll look into a DVD burner then. Well, I'll ask her first. 2. I don't trust the PSUs that come with cases. I want to get her a quality power supply, not something that's going to start breaking down in two years or that is going to give her stability issues. She leaves her computer on 24/7...
- DKlein
- Post #18
- Jan 25, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building

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