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On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Help finding a cheap psu
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rosewill doesn't make good power supplies, they're all junk.
    the kite e​ating tree 9 235 nvalhalla
08-19-2008 at 02:28 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] can this power antec hold up to two gx2?
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Anandtech did a review a while back. Total draw with a skulltrail and 2 quad cores, 4gb fb-ram, hdd ect was 662w at the outlet. 850w should [...]
    resop27 6 221 nvalhalla
08-18-2008 at 07:02 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Someone with Antec900 case need comp. help
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Correct. They have switches for low/med/high to control the speed. I use med as it still has good airflow and is relatively quiet.
    tbates1244 6 231 hnml24
09-04-2008 at 12:59 PM
On [CPUs] Noob question about Intel Core 2 Q6600 quad core
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rockr23, I agree that a quad is the way to go. The Alienware will OC so if in the future you want to get more out of the Q6600 you shouldn't [...]
    rockr23 17 575 BadTrip
08-18-2008 at 01:23 PM
On [CPUs] Budget CPU opinions
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I always say, if you can go quad, go quad. "Yeah, but games don't use 4 cores!" No, most don't, but they will. This way you [...]
    Volcanicst​rad37 16 361 volcanicst​rad37
08-16-2008 at 03:39 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] New PSU a step backwards?
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Probably a slight step down, but not too much. Why do you need a new PSU?
    eklipz330 9 232 eklipz330
07-26-2008 at 06:05 AM
On [CPUs] Is my q6600 too hot / how far can I OC
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I buld gaming computers for a living and use Q6600s a lot. I use AC freezer 7 pros and overclock the CPUs to 3.0 GHz with stock or slightly [...]
    asymetricc​ircle 30 674 glasshouse
07-24-2008 at 05:11 AM
On [CPUs] Good Enough for gaming ?
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Have you already bought this stuff? Yes, an 8800GS or 9600 would be better, but if you have the 8600 and want to know if it'll work, yes it [...]
    jefrey83 9 415 liljone
07-07-2008 at 09:19 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Looking for a good, but reliable and cheap power supply
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Also a great recommend!
    DarkDwarf 13 413 jpbg
06-28-2008 at 08:13 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Mystery Case, can anyone ID it?
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I used a black one for a friends computer in ~2002. I knew it as an Antec SOHO 1030. It was a nice case in it's day. Look about right?
    Mathos 20 821 xringx
06-24-2008 at 10:08 PM
On [CPUs] CPU at 100% when i'm gaming
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Yeah, those temps are a problem. Clean the cooler, make sure the fan is working and try re-seating it to ensure it is making proper contact. [...]
    iiyyzzkk 10 509 iiyyzzkk
06-21-2008 at 11:33 PM
On [CPUs] Do CPus come with thermal coolign
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There will be a thin layer of "grey stuff" on the bottom of the heatsink. Just attach it to the top of your CPU and you are good t [...]
    Xelviel 17 347 randomizer
06-20-2008 at 03:15 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Which Case? PC gaming build
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If you like Antec and the 900, check out the 1200.
    j2k 16 497 gmanvbva
06-13-2008 at 06:29 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Antec Nine-Hundred Case
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True. There is a fan holder thing that you have to remove to fix the 8800 cards in there. I haven't needed to remove a cage, but there's [...]
    GODSPEED7 42 983 GODSPEED7
06-07-2008 at 11:30 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Which of these PSUs actually outputs more power?
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It is quality over quantity. You won't use over 500w, I don't care what computer you have. The OCZ is the better of the 2 listed.
    egroeg 9 379 homerdog
05-28-2008 at 03:26 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Looking for a Tier 2 Power Supply Deal
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380w, so a little lower, but it's enough for any single GPU system. It's not on the "list", but it is made by Seasonic and is [...]
    connect4 9 241 KyleSTL
05-23-2008 at 11:48 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Will my 300 Watt power supply run this setup?
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380w will only be a problem if you want dual GFX cards. 3870X2 or 9800GX2 for example. Then 380 would be cutting it close. If you plan to do [...]
    connect4 6 279 bobbknight
05-17-2008 at 12:30 PM
On [CPUs] e6850 vcore question
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The voltage you set and the voltage you receive are not the same, it's called vdroop. go up to 1.4 and see what the voltage is then.
    eweiss15 2 248 dragonspra​yer
05-13-2008 at 01:28 AM
On [Other Components] Old logitech webcam need help identifying and finding drivers
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no numbers anywhere on it? I'd check out logitech's website and see if you can find it. You'll need to load the drivers before you plug it i [...]
    blueman266 1 644 nvalhalla
05-12-2008 at 03:50 PM
On [CPUs] xeon 5000 vs quad core
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I was about to give you a bunch of great, insightful links and completely answer all of your lingering questions... and then I saw you're [...]
    fire_storm 1 208 nvalhalla
05-12-2008 at 03:48 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Power supply information?
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no software, sorry. There should be a label, or an item number you can google. I think UL requires at least some sort of info on what the PS [...]
    Silhorn 3 186 Silhorn
05-13-2008 at 10:28 AM
On [Other Components] Keyboard suddenly dies - anysuggestions
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is the device driver reporting conflicts?
    bc4 3 190 allhands
05-11-2008 at 11:30 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Some useful PSU links
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I've seen most of these scattered around the forums, so it's nice of you to put them all together.
    evongugg 3 335 nvalhalla
03-26-2008 at 09:41 PM
On [CPUs] AMD Dual-Core Optimizer... Will it help?
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If you are using XP, yes. It does help with performance in certain situations.
    physx7 6 1790 jitpublish​er
03-15-2008 at 11:29 PM
On [Sound Cards] Vista 64bit sound cards
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I've used the X-Fi fatal1ty as well as the SoundXtreme or whatever the cheapest one is. Both worked fine with Vista Prem 64. I have also use [...]
    rik756 38 1193 rik756
03-24-2008 at 12:42 AM
On [CPUs] Question about pentium 4 @ 2 different speeds & socket number.!!!
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Wow, water cooling makes me nervous, and I've been doing this for 10 years... I suggest you spend some time figuring out what a computer [...]
    jwalts37 10 431 jwalts37
03-10-2008 at 02:36 PM
On [Other Components] how to get rid of static ???
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This exactly what I do. I build computers for a living and I've never had an ESD problem using this method.
    nel89 14 690 Grimmy
03-05-2008 at 04:24 PM
On [CPUs] Overclocked Q6600 v E8400 Compared. (Benchmarks included)
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I like Q6600 BECAUSE I don't need it. This way when I do need it, I have it without additional cost. With a dual core now and a quad in a ye [...]
    winkgood 27 14308 Grimmy
02-12-2008 at 11:55 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Is this power supply any good?
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plus promo code EMCACBCDC $70 - MIR of $35 = $35 for an SLI cert. 500w quality PSU.
    Wiggles 12 427 ricktavius
02-15-2008 at 01:38 AM
On [CPUs] if amd did it?
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I believe his question wasn't if it was possible or what intel would do in response, but what would it compete with? I would say a 3.4 pheno [...]
2   adlerthema​n 69 1266 cnumartyr
02-06-2008 at 07:05 PM
On [CPUs] How do I get more power out of my system???
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I think your PSU would be ok, although it's a little aged, which always makes me nervous. I'm waiting for tax returns for a few upgrades mys [...]
    kkkk1 21 642 Shadow7037​93
02-16-2008 at 12:46 AM
On [CPUs] Im torn between the 8xxxx series or Quad 9xxx series
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you don't NEED vista, they work just fine in xp. the money spent on a new dual for a 0-10% improvement would be a waste. going quad might be [...]
    mikeny 30 970 aevm
01-29-2008 at 02:34 AM
On [CPUs] cpu + mobo combo extravaganza!!!!!!!!!!!! !!
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Alright, check it out. DS3l--$90 the crappy MB--$55 E2160--$75 E6550--$170 my 8600GT--70 total cost--$23 [...]
    area61 13 406 chuckm
01-26-2008 at 04:37 AM
On [CPUs] Nehalem?
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no, phenom is a stupid name, intel wouldn't emulate that.
    mi1ez 21 692 Silverion7​7
01-24-2008 at 04:00 PM
On [CPUs] Bad luck with a HOT CPU?
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what program are you using to measure the temps with? you might be running cooler than you think if the program is reading things wrong. I w [...]
    trulaker9 14 680 trulaker9
01-28-2008 at 04:53 AM
On [CPUs] IHS removal worth it?
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I say do it. When you kill it you can replace it with a faster one!
    eagles4538​09 14 408 lambofgode​3x
01-19-2008 at 06:36 PM
On [CPUs] Can I upgrade my CPU on this motherboard ???
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you'll have to check newegg, but i think they made 478 p4s to 3.6 (there was a 3.8 but i think they pulled that one) might be a good upgrade [...]
    xcaldk74 2 249 nvalhalla
01-17-2008 at 07:00 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] How much do I need?
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550-600 would be good. The PC P&C 750 would also be good to look at. Little extra power should you need it next generation...
    bh31 10 410 bh31
01-14-2008 at 03:50 AM
On [CPUs] Is it bad to have CPU at 100% ?
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you need rivatuner. google "overclock with rivatuner" and you should find some tutorials. for the life of me I have no idea what y [...]
    ultimatefi​ghter 25 1063 vochtige
01-12-2008 at 07:09 PM
On [Other Components] Wierd problem
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well, for the curious, what was the problem? i would have checked to be sure the hs/fan was fully seated.
    hjjfffaa 16 380 hjjfffaa
01-01-2008 at 02:14 AM
On [Other Components] heat sink/fan question
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1. yes 2. yes that cooler would be fine. I've been looking at the cooler master hyper 212. performs at the top end of tested coolers w [...]
    silentluci​dity 3 290 Evilonigir​i
12-29-2007 at 07:07 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] how many watt psu do i need for this setup?
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the "tier" isn't set in stone, it's based mostly on popular opinion. the link above is a sticky on another website. the psu secti [...]
    epic000 7 538 jbj190
12-27-2007 at 07:33 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Is my psu enough for my new build?
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it will work, but you might want to go up a notch, just for breathing room. Quad core and geforce 9xxx might push you over when it comes tim [...]
    Pharaun 13 400 Pharaun
12-25-2007 at 06:57 AM
On [CPUs] Whats the difference
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"bus makes the differnece the higher the bus the better mobo you need and less you can overlock in many applications" while tru [...]
    Oompa23 7 332 someguy7
12-24-2007 at 02:23 PM
On [CPUs] Mobile CPUs
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the extra 10% cpu speed won't provide a large speed boost. going from an 8600 to an 8700 or 8800 WILL.
    Robertito 21 567 3Ball
01-08-2008 at 09:13 AM
On [CPUs] if keep reset computer will ruin it?
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No it won't, unless you are using a pirated copy of Windows.
    qiddis 12 611 jitpublish​er
12-23-2007 at 06:47 PM
On [CPUs] Need help removing thermal greese
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I use 91% iso from the pharmacy at the local grocery store and q tips. just did it today in fact. to reapply, I usually put a dab in the cen [...]
    honor 10 588 systemlord
12-20-2007 at 08:27 AM
On [CPUs] A little help
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I'm gonna have to say no. The MB is an old 945 chipset, I'm amazed it even recognizes the CPU! The CPU is fine. RAM is cheap. HDD is TOO sma [...]
    back_woodz 9 286 systemlord
12-17-2007 at 07:13 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] :::URGENT::: Can anyone help me?
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Don't worry about a PSU upgrade yet, your total system draw is likely to be around 100-150w under load. The 8600gt is a fine card, as long a [...]
    caution_si​gn 48 1059 Can Not
01-04-2008 at 04:54 AM
On [Other Components] Help on performance issues
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Hmm... A very odd problem. So at 95% CPU load your FPS is 50, then 100% they're 2?
    playasa 2 340 cnumartyr
12-15-2007 at 10:47 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Thermaltake Armor Custom Side Panel
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Nope, have you googled around? Check the yellow pages for machine shops in your area, you may be able to have one made.
    Zman4700 3 517 Groveling_​Wyrm
12-16-2007 at 03:58 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Case Mod Question
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As for dust, yes you'll get dust, but not too much more than having a properly closed side. Just clean it every couple months with compresse [...]
    ALP1987 6 264 scarslilpy​ro
12-17-2007 at 12:47 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] HP Pavilion a1230n with no video function
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She didn't cause this. The video drivers and everything on the HDD comes after POST. If the video card isn't displaying an image when the c [...]
    browntw 1 272 nvalhalla
12-15-2007 at 10:32 PM
On [CPUs] how to compare qx9650 and Xeon® Processor E5450
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They should perform rather equally, the Xeon just has the advantage in server environments. What programs are you wanting to use these CPUs [...]
    htoonthura 7 1259 htoonthura
12-16-2007 at 03:53 AM
On [CPUs] ULV 1.2Ghz vs Non-ULV2+Ghz vs AMD Turion 64 X2 Dual Cores
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Well, I can say that the Turion X2 should be a little faster than the C2D 1.2, but how that would effect your multitasking I'm not sure. I s [...]
    sdgmcdon 1 628 nvalhalla
12-15-2007 at 10:18 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] gigabyte power supply?
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Anandtech.com did an article on an Odin PSU, and it was rated pretty well. I wouldn't spend $150 for 550w though. There are better Tier 1 an [...]
    lewbasebal​l07 3 501 lewbasebal​l07
12-16-2007 at 09:24 PM
On [CPUs] e2200 or the amd4000 - 48000
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Well, the Intel chips are popular and have a better upgrade path, but for a multimedia PC it really won't make too much of a difference. Whi [...]
    jigalig 4 415 Shadow7037​93
12-15-2007 at 11:02 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Have you ever jury rigged a fan in your case?
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are you kidding me? that's why hot-glue was invented! I use a combo of hot-glue, electrical tape and zip ties, along with my trust dremmel t [...]
    cutter 22 647 ComputerCu​stomizer
12-20-2007 at 03:04 PM
On [CPUs] AMD phenom outrageous quad-core performance - dumping?
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while the errata is very overblown as it is unlikely to effect any of us, the BIOS fix will. that combined with the poor overclocking means [...]
    dragonspra​yer 19 1238 Ycon
12-16-2007 at 11:20 AM
On [CPUs] Computers
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well, a custom built computer would be better, but i don't think thats an option. mom and dad are paying for this I'm sure...
3   subzero410​1 118 1342 subzero410​1
12-16-2007 at 07:21 PM
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