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On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] 600w single rail power supply with 26a on +12v for a video card
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WTH are you talking about yonef? No way in hel he needs a 700-1000w PSU for his rig and where are you getting your 'quality' 450w PSU amper [...]
    paul_out3 17 225 yonef
11-18-2008 at 05:20 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] How Much Watts Do i need ?
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Try the . It will give you pretty good results.
    fx2236 5 90 fx2236
11-18-2008 at 12:53 PM
On [CPUs] CPU install problems - comp won't start properly
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Update to the latest and try it again.
    London_Pro​phet 3 87 crowheart2​7us
11-06-2008 at 04:03 PM
On [Other Components] Opnions On Desktop Setup
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Yes, it is very simple to switch a PSU. As easy as unplugging your system and taking out four screws. It is pretty straight forward, the m [...]
    sukuhdi 11 293 universedo
10-31-2008 at 09:52 AM
On [CPUs] thermal paste
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Yes, you must clean the CPU and heatsink and reapply new thermal paste.
    hcetri 9 452 Cyber_jock​ey
11-01-2008 at 01:15 PM
On [CPUs] About System 32
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Back to 4chan with you troll.
    E_Dramatic​a 7 349 outlw6669
10-29-2008 at 03:04 PM
On [CPUs] Cant OC to 3ghz o.0
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Your DDR2 1066 memory is rated to run at UP TO 1066Mhz. It is fully capable of running at lower speeds. The memory speed is set at a ratio [...]
    shortshift​23 18 329 jimmysmitt​y
10-30-2008 at 08:48 AM
On [Sound Cards] my sound card doesn't fit into my computer case..need help,plz
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Welcome to the fourms! What do you think is stoping your sound card from fitting in your case? As long as your motherboard is mounted in [...]
    eddyyong66 10 588 doomsdayda​ve11
10-25-2008 at 05:54 PM
On [CPUs] Can I call my e2220 a C2D?
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:lol:
    Protokille​r 17 661 captaincha​risma
10-23-2008 at 10:13 PM
On [CPUs] question about E8400 and q6600 mutiltasking??
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Yes, the Q6600 can overclock to 3.0Ghz with no issues. At 3Ghz it will perform nearly the same as a stock E8400 in single threaded apps and [...]
    tito_66 8 321 apache_liv​es
10-22-2008 at 11:56 AM
On [CPUs] Q9550 with the EVGA 680i? Will it work correctly?
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That's odd. Changing the CPU Voltage causing two other voltages to bump :heink: I am pretty sure those voltages will be safe but still.. [...]
    Spitfire7 26 361 Spitfire7
10-19-2008 at 01:22 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] 2 Questions about PSU
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Yes, the Corsair 650w will have more than enough power for 8800GTS SLI.
    Guitarwolf 9 167 Guitarwolf
10-10-2008 at 03:08 PM
On [CPUs] q6600 oc to 3.6 or e8500 oc to 4.33 ?? heavy resource user
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IMO, you will be better off with the quad core. As it is capable of working on more threads at the same time, it should be a little better [...]
    alset 9 401 Grimmy
10-10-2008 at 09:04 PM
On [CPUs] So, Intel is monopolistic after all..
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Are you really thunderman?
    enigma067 24 717 Technology​Coordinato​r
10-11-2008 at 04:50 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Another Power Supply Question
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You should look into a . It will be a hell of an upgrade and will not require you to change your PSU. It should be pretty straightforward [...]
    nobody1627 9 240 outlw6669
10-10-2008 at 09:13 AM
On [CPUs] Information about computer parts im buying, please give me advice!
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That CPU is very slow. What are you intending to do with this system and what is your budget?
    BlackPaw 4 136 Shadow7037​93
10-09-2008 at 09:24 PM
On [Other Components] Computer advice
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Welcome to the fourms! Looking decent but damn are parts expensive down there! I do, however, have a few suggestions for changes you cou [...]
    imgonnalol​u 7 208 Hellboy
10-13-2008 at 11:14 PM
On [Sound Cards] Sound static blips
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Welcome to the fourms! Have you tried any other speakers or headphones with your system? What was the original sound card with the issue [...]
    captain_an​onymous_20​03 3 181 captain_an​onymous_20​03
10-19-2008 at 11:33 AM
On [CPUs] Does the core i7 work on Maximus Forumula X38?
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That depends, what is your budget and are you going to overclock? I would look at the Q9xxx series or a highly overclocked Q6600 myself.
    Bidybag 8 395 spathotan
10-11-2008 at 08:31 AM
On [CPUs] Need some quality opinions on a potential upgrade...
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The Phenom's are not bad but, even overclocked to 3.2Ghz, they have no possibility to compete with a Q6600/9550 at 3.0Ghz much less 3.6Ghz. [...]
    dannyboy27 15 355 dannyboy27
10-03-2008 at 01:16 PM
On [CPUs] Is this a good computer?
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Here is a good option for under $1000 including an overpriced copy of Vista. $85.24 $111.49 $201.49 $39.49 $7.49 $74.56 $169 [...]
    Somethingw​ild 16 424 Somethingw​ild
10-02-2008 at 01:22 PM
On [CPUs] e6700 intel CPU
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If you really wanted to spend some cash, an E8600 would be the best of the new generation you can put into your Mb. You can also use any of [...]
    anthony fa​reri 8 191 anthony fa​reri
10-07-2008 at 11:48 PM
On [CPUs] comparison between CPUs
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Nah, the and are both S775. I would probably go with the Q9550 anyways as it is cheaper and faster.
    gallind 3 130 outlw6669
10-01-2008 at 02:16 PM
On [Other Components] what is the best machine and spec for spreadsheets ??
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No problem. Not to try and push you either way with Vista but most of the issues plaguing it at release were fixed with the release of S [...]
    colwyn 3 137 outlw6669
10-01-2008 at 12:43 PM
On [CPUs] Advice on processor upgrade please
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Sorry but odds are that you will not be able to upgrade your CPU. Most prebuilt systems have their BIOS' locked and are unable to work [...]
    hajime 5 182 The_Blood_​Raven
10-04-2008 at 04:56 AM
On [CPUs] How much CPU heat is too much?
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80c is to hot for that CPU. The 65nm generation C2 chips should max out no higher than 75c. I would highly recomend a new CPU cooler like [...]
    fatalGlory 8 331 njdrew
10-02-2008 at 03:24 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] PSU problem
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What are your full system specs? I would manually set your RAM's speed, timings and voltage in the BIOS and test it with before I would co [...]
    Vrocipes 4 134 chookman
09-30-2008 at 02:19 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Limited number of SATA conectors on my PSU
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Not quite sure what you are asking. Your motherboard has 6 SATA ports but your case can hold 10 drives. Are you asking how to get the extr [...]
    Sam Lowry 3 197 outlw6669
09-26-2008 at 10:42 AM
On [CPUs] Is e8500 NOW worth the extra $20? (over e8400 of course)
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$20 will get you a .5 higher multiplier and possibly a slightly higher binned part. An E8400 would be more than enough for anyone but if yo [...]
    blamuk 9 433 blamuk
09-24-2008 at 01:20 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Toaster HPC
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No, no it will not. If you build it in a working toaster, the bread will not be the only thing being burnt. Even if it is a large, l [...]
    yaoiboimi 5 212 Grimmy
09-22-2008 at 03:35 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Could this be a PSU problem?
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What PSU are you running and what are your full system specs?
    cdl1701 14 251 Zorg
09-18-2008 at 06:23 PM
On [Other Components] ideal hardware for microblogging
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Ahhh... Server applications are not my true specialty but I would think a Q6600 with 4+ Gb of DDR2 800/1066 with one of Wd's new VelociRa [...]
    WizardJoe 3 134 outlw6669
09-18-2008 at 03:29 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Antec NeoPower 650 vs Corsair TX650W
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^ +1
    deathseeek​er 2 216 outlw6669
09-16-2008 at 01:31 PM
On [Sound Cards] On-board sound or Audigy 4?
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On board sound should be enough for you especially if your Audigy 4 card has issues with the games you play. Most current on board should s [...]
    Lee-Gamer 4 215 evongugg
09-16-2008 at 02:06 PM
On [CPUs] CPU upgrade problems
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What does your brother do with his machine? If it is basic surfing, watching movies, homework, music, ext. he would probably see a much bet [...]
    rcdraco 10 284 rcdraco
09-11-2008 at 12:44 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] is cooler master 390W possible to run ATI HD4850?
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NO! Coolermaster PSU's are JUNK! You should look into a quality 450W+ PSU like [b][/b] Corsair 450w for $55. The PSU is one component you [...]
    archiefan 36 1002 lunyone
10-17-2008 at 09:17 AM
On [CPUs] CPU Bottleneck???
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I would not recomend that. You can get a , , [b][/b], an and a for around $365 in a single step. You will be limited to a few not [...]
    NeilV 4 227 jaydeejohn
08-29-2008 at 08:56 PM
On [CPUs] New CPU doesn't seem to work
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Yeah, update the BIOS. According to it is only supported with the F14 or newer BIOS. You will have to update using your old CPU.
    Zabathan 6 199 sathish
08-30-2008 at 10:00 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] how many power i need for this set
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For your setup, an Antec Earthwatts 380 would be an excelent choice.
    onthell 2 115 outlw6669
08-27-2008 at 02:24 PM
On [CPUs] Q6600 vs Q9300 for gaming
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That all depends on if your motherboard will be stable at 427Mhz. If it is, you can probably run it at 3.2Ghz (7.5 x 427). The Q6600, on t [...]
    isaacrobot 12 458 bobwya
11-16-2008 at 12:20 PM
On [Other Components] Really Need RAM Advice
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Agree with above. 4Gb of DDR2 800 4-4-4-X is what you need. Corsair's Dominator line has nice cooling but is way overpriced. Just get the [...]
    syclone 6 232 ik_ool
09-03-2008 at 01:30 PM
On [CPUs] Change speed back to 1.8ghz
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http://i.eprci.net/picard-facepalm The CPU switching to 1.2Ghz when idle is 100% normal. It is called speed step and when you start using [...]
    bnot 4 191 kyeana
08-20-2008 at 01:19 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Should i upgrade my Desktop's PSU ?
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If it ain't broke, don't fix it. At least not untill you upgrade your system. Then definatly get a qualitly PSU. Make sure not to get one [...]
    varunmehta​11 4 179 varunmehta​11
08-21-2008 at 11:33 AM
On [Other Components] best NVIDIA GFX to go with in an AMD FX60 system?
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I have personally owned XFX and BFG branded GPU's myself. Never had a problem with them. I would say EVGA as my top choice because their w [...]
    dmlk 40 727 bviperz
08-21-2008 at 07:10 PM
On [CPUs] Is my temperature on my Q6600 fine?
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Good Oc with that voltage! Yes, your temps should be fine. The highest you should let them go is around 75c so 71c is acceptable. Also, k [...]
    kazuya-kun 5 337 liubros
08-22-2008 at 12:01 AM
On [CPUs] 2 Quad core processors on 1 MD
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Crap, forgot about the memory :( The above listed RAM would be good. If you wanted to save some $, you could get A-Data kit. Sorry [...]
    jerrymanu 30 859 jerrymanu
08-16-2008 at 11:20 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] IS this PSU good for 4870x2 or the upcoming 4850x2?
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If the price is right, it has the amperage to handle your system. I vote go for it.
    Behemothal 6 359 Silverion7​7
08-18-2008 at 07:48 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Beep Beep Beep
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It is probably an issue with the RAM. Please post his full system specs and any other issues he is having with it. Just for your reffren [...]
    tacohead 2 164 dokk2
08-15-2008 at 11:23 AM
On [CPUs] Q6600 and Gigabyte 965P Overclock problems
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Congrats on getting it stable! I would not be to concerned about those temps. As long as you keep it under 75c you will have no prob [...]
    Smiler 8 298 Smiler
08-14-2008 at 11:44 PM
On closed [CPUs] Kiddies at Work
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Yes, there are plenty of knowledgeable individuals on this site. Did you have any questions or issues with your system or did you just come [...]
    fudbuster 11 390 turpit
08-13-2008 at 05:03 PM
On [CPUs] Intel's playing catch-up
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Wow. This thread sure got all the Trolls working overtime... It is late and I did not bother to read through most of the new posts but I [...]
4   enigma067 154 2559 jimmysmitt​y
08-17-2008 at 05:59 AM
On [CPUs] VIA leaving the chipset market-Poll
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I would be surprised and saddened if VIA left the market. Although there is not much of a demand in the enthusiast market, they do offer fa [...]
    radnor 15 423 exit2dos
08-11-2008 at 11:13 PM
On [Sound Cards] Sound card getting heat from VGA card- PCI-E
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As long as your case has enough airflow, you should have no problems. I would think your 8800GT's fan sucking air past the sound card would [...]
    dimuthu44 1 241 outlw6669
08-11-2008 at 11:29 AM
On [Other Components] Cheap backlit keyboard?
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^ Damn, you beat me to it... You seem to be asking for a little much. A high quality backlit keyboard with individually lit keys and a [...]
    JustJohn 12 359 JustJohn
08-09-2008 at 05:55 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] overclocked video card amperage
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Please do not SLI a 9500GT and expect to have a high performance machine. After you get an upgraded PSU, get a 8800GT or 4850. Either [...]
    miketool21 21 410 4ryan6
08-07-2008 at 06:12 AM
On [Other Components] PC Stories: How and why did you start PC building?
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The community is the only reason many of us still come here :pt1cable: A while back, some of the best of us left for X C P U S. [...]
    DarcyHart 46 603 adrianmk2
08-06-2008 at 03:40 AM
On [CPUs] God not another Quad vs Dual thread!
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The quad core will give you much better performance. 100% for the quad. While it probably can not overclock as far as an E8500, with pro [...]
    RichMcc 11 390 Grimmy
08-04-2008 at 03:30 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] PSU help required for new build pc
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I have never heard of Jeantech but their doesn't leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling. Your rig should have no problems running on a quali [...]
    Kanya 7 211 Kanya
08-04-2008 at 02:53 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] am i screwed?
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There is a good possibility that you fried something. Where did you purchase your components from and how long ago? If you got them from n [...]
    antec0721 5 221 antec0721
08-01-2008 at 06:45 PM
On [CPUs] Q6600 - P6N Plat - Broken
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http://www.vujer.com/material/files/Borat_Two_thumbs_up_yours.jpg Very nice! If SpeedFan's RAM voltage readings are correct... Ouch! [...]
2   Grimmy 97 1983 Grimmy
08-24-2008 at 10:16 AM
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