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On [Other Components] Need a MB for HTPC with onboard HDMI
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Also, take a look at the Nvidia 8200 motherboards for AMD. Anandtech's review praises it higher than the 780G for HTPC use. Then you could [...]
    RetchedOne 17 202 ainarssems
11-11-2008 at 02:18 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Looking for HTPC Case recommendations!
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For free HTPC OS, you're gonna have to go linux. Take a look at Mythbuntu or KnoppMyth for MythTV bundled linux distros.
    stratosigm​a 6 315 rwpritchet​t
10-20-2008 at 09:02 PM
On [CPUs] e8500+p5b-deluxe = hang on post
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There is a known bug with the 1236 BIOS and the E8xxx and Q9xxx CPU's with certain memory configurations. The problem may be solved by requ [...]
    Mindboggle​d 11 500 rwpritchet​t
09-12-2008 at 12:23 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] HTPC case
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My HTPC is in a Moneual 832P case and I'm very satisfied with it. Moneual has a slim model available (Moncaso 301): http://moneual.com/u [...]
    kickme21 7 305 invisik
09-05-2008 at 02:16 AM
On [CPUs] new system for home storage server and htpc
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Go for the newer Gigabyte GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. It's a little more $$$ but comes with 128MB sideport memory onboard. If you plan on having th [...]
    amdwilliam​1985 4 175 amdwilliam​1985
08-15-2008 at 05:36 AM
On [Other Components] Upgrading a PC to HTPC and picking the right Tuner
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Check out this site for a nicely broken down comparison of TV tuner cards to help make your decision:
    yacpro13 6 295 rwpritchet​t
07-30-2008 at 06:16 PM
On [Other Components] Need help with reinstalling Vista on new HD
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You can also use a free program called or you can even go to Western Digital's website and download and clone the old drive to the new (al [...]
    kazuya-kun 6 267 kazuya-kun
07-29-2008 at 07:03 PM
On [Other Components] Which cables would I need to get? sata cables? sata power cables?
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It looks like that motherboard comes with 2x SATA data cables, so you can use one of them for the raptor. The controller card comes with th [...]
    moomoopro 2 179 moomoopro
07-25-2008 at 09:45 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] bulding HTPC monster!
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A few questions: Budget? How many hard drives are you planning to install? Do you need a built in IR receiver for a remote? Do you wan [...]
    shayx 15 437 KyleSTL
07-03-2008 at 04:29 PM
On [CPUs] So, I'm buying a new PC...
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From what I've read, the Phenom X4 9850 trades blows with the Q6600. The Q9450 is a faster processor than the 9850 at stock and overclocks [...]
    Metallikat 6 217 Metallikat
06-18-2008 at 09:18 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] gtx 280 ftw / zalman 1000W htpc case
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axl, Is the Zalman PSU too long to fit in the HD160 or is there another problem? What are dimensions of the PSU? The HD160 is a prett [...]
    axlrose 25 919 feralshad0​w
07-14-2008 at 03:54 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Custom decals for Tower
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Take a look at for PC decals and dome badges. They do special order custom work too. I've bought several of their Krystil dome badges bef [...]
    TheDonQuix​otic 4 220 rwpritchet​t
06-13-2008 at 08:37 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] help choosing a new htpc gaming / blue ray case
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Here's a review of the OrigenAE S16V case at missingremote.com:
    axlrose 6 283 o1die
06-12-2008 at 08:53 PM
On [Other Components] silent case with 4 fans...possible???
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I would say Nexus, Noctua, and Papst are the quietest fans around, but you'll pay more for them. Check out these websites: (vendor) ( [...]
    possessed8​9 8 331 KyleSTL
06-05-2008 at 09:03 PM
On [Other Components] HTPC Keyboard
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I'll throw in another recommendation. I switched from a logitech setup to this little gem: for less than $30. It has a trackball, is ver [...]
    Shez 6 562 rwpritchet​t
05-30-2008 at 03:29 PM
On [CPUs] Running E8400 without a fan
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I suggest you head over to and take a look at their quiet HSF reviews. There are plenty of HSF's available that would be silent even with [...]
    dreimanis 13 533 Kwyx
05-24-2008 at 08:50 AM
On [CPUs] Best motherboard for multiple sata drives
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There's plenty of motherboards out there with 6+ SATA connectors. Here's one that has cheap onboard video that would work: $117
    elitesyste​m 5 298 Vertigon
05-20-2008 at 11:46 AM
On [Other Components] HTPC needs a quiet CPU HSF
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If you want to keep things tidy, maybe check out modular PSU like the Enermax Liberty, SeaSonic M12's, or modular Corsairs. All are quiet a [...]
    Wolfshadw 14 536 Wolfshadw
05-09-2008 at 03:04 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] AMD 64 X2 pure power but sits unused due to loud fan and hot air
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^Agreed, make sure Cool n Quiet is enabled in BIOS. Are you running XP or Vista? To get Cool n Quiet to work, you will also need to set up [...]
    progress0r 4 363 rwpritchet​t
04-22-2008 at 07:31 PM
On [CPUs] E8400 Compatibility...
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Isn't the Geforce 6100 an AMD chipset?
    thapto 3 327 thapto
04-17-2008 at 06:20 AM
On [CPUs] Fanless heatsink for slim micro atx case
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You might want to consider the Scythe Shuriken. It's made for half-height cases and it comes with a PWM controlled fan: http://www.froze [...]
    nailz99 5 325 rwpritchet​t
04-16-2008 at 11:54 PM
On [CPUs] Asus P5b Deluxe\wifi & Xeon x3360
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Someone on the Asus forum posted a download link for BIOS 1230 that fixes the 'unknown cpu' problem: Could be risky. If you're feeli [...]
    xxsk8er101​xx 14 750 xxsk8er101​xx
04-15-2008 at 02:32 AM
On [Other Components] should i go to vista sp1?
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You can increase the DPI for fonts to make the text bigger you know. Go to your display properties and the option is in the left-side pane. [...]
    jampack714 30 1008 StevieD
06-28-2008 at 09:26 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Need a HTPC Case Reccommendation
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The above mentioned Antec is really nice and for the price, you also get a good PSU. It's micro ATX though. I'll give another vote for [...]
    doggykyle 10 445 chookman
04-09-2008 at 07:22 AM
On [CPUs] Help me configurate a new low-cost Intel platform system
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Since the OP said they are coming from a PII, I assumed this was a new build. This is what's wrong with the E6420 (newegg & tankguy [...]
    Frankie27 17 449 chiadog
04-03-2008 at 09:51 PM
On [CPUs] Vcore is changing..
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^Yes it does. OP: Is your CPU frequency changing too? With C&Q, it will go down to 1000MHz.
    foxhound00​9 4 238 dragonspra​yer
03-19-2008 at 01:24 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] POLL: Which HTPC case do you find more attractive?
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When I have my case outside of the media cabinet, cooling is superb. I’ve got 1x 120mm intake fan, 1x 80mm HDD fan, and 2x 60mm exhaust fan [...]
    floepie 29 1927 floepie
04-22-2008 at 08:39 PM
On [CPUs] New CPU for Gaming Rig
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For those of you looking for E8400 availability (or lack there-of), have you considered getting the Xeon E3110? It has the exact specs as t [...]
2   Ellaren 75 1841 homerdog
03-13-2008 at 05:44 PM
On [CPUs] LGA 775 Socket cooling option?
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4-pin PWM fans are controlled by motherboard BIOS. When the CPU heats up, the fan spins faster to compensate. Some motherboard brands can [...]
    oshan 21 613 acidpython
03-13-2008 at 10:18 PM
On [CPUs] CPU not running at full speed while stress testing.
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If you're running Vista, check your power management settings. Look at the processor settings, there will be a minimum and maximum setting [...]
    Moondrinke​r 8 464 Moondrinke​r
03-06-2008 at 01:49 PM
On [Sound Cards] HTPC + AV Receiver 2 or 6 Channel
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Have you tried optical S/PDIF for sound? That's usually the preferred way to send sound to a receiver.
    joschan99 3 588 chookman
02-12-2008 at 10:29 PM
On [CPUs] Which is the best value Quad?
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Another vote for the Q6600. If you want to try to save a little bit more, you can also consider the Xeon X3210, which would be the equivale [...]
    kakomalis 13 708 mousemonke​y
02-10-2008 at 05:31 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Best energy efficient, modular PSU?
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How about either the or the
    c0llin 31 761 jaguarskx
02-02-2008 at 10:34 PM
On [Other Components] USB 1 to USB 2
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I'm sure you'd be fine with any decently reviewed USB PCI card. There's a Rosewill on newegg that is highly praised for only $11. If you h [...]
    dlwdeli 3 270 rwpritchet​t
01-11-2008 at 09:19 PM
On [Sound Cards] Stable driver to p5k onboard sound card
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Yeah, I always use the Realtek driver for my Asus board. They're always several versions ahead of Asus. Get it straight from the source wh [...]
    krillz 4 1066 krillz
01-09-2008 at 08:37 PM
On [Sound Cards] Alternatives to Sound Blaster?
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I've heard nothing but good things about the . Especially for Vista compatability. Maybe consider one of them??
    EmperorYog​i 15 608 Daves255
01-06-2008 at 05:51 PM
On [CPUs] Q6700 + P5B Deluxe?
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There's also the Xeon X3210 also. It's cheaper than the Q6600 (its specs, 2.13GHz, make it basically a Q6400) and can OC up to Q6700+ speed [...]
    pchoi04 6 469 pchoi04
01-04-2008 at 03:44 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Looking for clock or timer to log computer use
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Here's one you can try:
    nick111 2 374 rwpritchet​t
12-20-2007 at 02:02 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Looking for a new HTPC case(desktop)
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The mini ninja is the same height as the video card PCB in my case. So, if you have enough clearance for a video card, then you have enough [...]
    Dantesinfe​rno 7 620 rwpritchet​t
12-19-2007 at 04:19 PM
On [CPUs] Athlon 64 3000+ replacement or new board?
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The 4200+ X2's go for ~$60 so no real need to spend big money on the 4800+. How much RAM do you currently have and what speed is it? I'm [...]
    boeingme 12 483 boeingme
12-05-2007 at 02:24 PM
On [Other Components] List your TV Tuner Card
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Does anyone have any experience with the ? From what I've read, it's highly recommended. I wonder if it would improve my analog quality? [...]
    iStoke 8 505 Grimmy
11-28-2007 at 10:30 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Recommended a PSU and case?
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What's the OP's budget? Anyway, for any 'budget' build that I come up with, I stick with Cooler Master for the case and FSP for the PSU. [...]
    HammerOfJu​stice 11 459 rwpritchet​t
11-14-2007 at 09:54 PM
On [CPUs] X2 upgrade question
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I don't think they make a 65nm version of the s939 Athlon 4200+, 90nm is all there is.
    chief5286 17 809 ethel
09-29-2007 at 07:59 PM
On [Sound Cards] Problems setting up speakers
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Try this: Instead of quadraphonic, select 5.1 surround in control panel. Then go to speaker setup and uncheck the speaker you don't have [...]
    chris1784 7 509 rwpritchet​t
09-24-2007 at 10:45 PM
On [Other Components] How can I tell what sound card this is?
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Look at the back of your computer. If your speakers are plugged into one of the lower expansion slots, you have a sound card. If it plugs [...]
    mattww 2 452 MrCommunis​tGen
08-21-2007 at 10:37 PM
On [CPUs] Need advice on build
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Brisbanes have increased memory latency for some reason, so the Windsor's perform a tiny bit better at stock. Also, Brisbanes all have scre [...]
    NightScope 15 470 little_scr​apper
08-22-2007 at 04:45 AM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Silent PSU at 600-700 Watts-- which?
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Just thought I'd chime in that Seasonic makes Corsair PSU's, so they should be equally quiet. Have you taken a look at the Enermax Libe [...]
    zeek987 11 510 zenmaster
08-16-2007 at 08:54 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] PSU for HTPC
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The 380W Seasonic can be found at XPCGear.com for only . That perfectly fits your quoted budget, and gives you more power.
    eladtan 9 347 jaguarskx
08-14-2007 at 01:22 AM
On [CPUs] Changing ACPI singleprocessor to ACPI multiprocessor?
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Does your task manager show one or two cores on the performance tab? Also, don't forget to download and install the when you get both co [...]
    Raidenfox1​23 11 1006 rwpritchet​t
08-03-2007 at 01:28 AM
On [CPUs] How do you know if you CPU came dead
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Is it possible that your motherboard is grounding out on the case? Maybe an extra standoff was overlooked? To check, you'll have to remove [...]
    silentdrea​m 22 1672 Spidubic
07-20-2007 at 10:38 PM
On [CPUs] Problems with 1:1 ratio , Intel Duo 6400
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Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought that Nvidia chipset motherboards for Intel run the RAM independently from the CPU FSB. It's [...]
    AdiCt_ 8 466 AdiCt_
07-18-2007 at 11:54 PM
On [Sound Cards] Need help for Vista compatability
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I'm not familliar with your sound card, but have you checked the website of the chipset manufacturer for drivers instead of M-media? Someti [...]
    piznal 4 616 rwpritchet​t
05-30-2007 at 07:22 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] Which is better among these two
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The FSP has 40A on the 12V rails... very good. Can't find out how many combined amps the TT has, but the rails have 14A and 16A separately. [...]
    Keigo_Kanz​aki 10 688 haywood
05-23-2007 at 05:53 PM
On [CPUs] Overclocking Core 2 Duo 6300
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I'm running a similar setup (E6300 clocked at E6600 speed). Just raise the FSB to 343, that will give you 2.4GHz just like the E6600 and se [...]
    ctam009 12 1666 -xyzak-
04-26-2007 at 11:39 PM
On [CPUs] why did neweggs amd athlons price jump back up??
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I'm starting to like ZZF better than newegg for this very reason. ZZF has the 6000+ for $240 shipping included, by the way.
    Sinntasy 17 1567 OrangeGato​r
04-11-2007 at 09:36 PM
On [CPUs] i want to buy a dell :/
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Dell charges extra for anything more than 1 year of At-Home service though: I'd rather pay IF something goes wrong, not when somethin [...]
2   ihateibuyp​ower 92 5481 dt
04-04-2007 at 10:37 PM
On [CPUs] New Cpu And System Let me know if i did good
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For this budget, I agree. If you really want to stick to AGP for now, here's some options: $30 $47 $75 That's $152 before sh [...]
    Killz86 19 1400 killz86
03-29-2007 at 02:54 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] PSU blew need newone what should i get
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:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: That's hilarious, who would ever buy a power supply where the shipping costs are almost more that the hardwa [...]
    Syche9876 19 709 Nukemaster
03-23-2007 at 04:25 PM
On [Power Supplies, PC Cases & Case Mods] How many PSUs have you had give up the ghost?
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I've had two generic PSU's go on me, one with a spectacular POP!, the other with a wimper (PC randomly shuts off, increasing in occurance). [...]
    slitherjef 29 1476 Clue69Less
03-24-2007 at 12:44 AM
On [Other Components] Good case!?!?
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If you purchase a PSU from they offer cable sleeving (for all items, not just PSU's) and you can select whatever color you wish. They ch [...]
    Seifer 28 1838 lx_flier
03-20-2007 at 12:20 AM
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