Desktop Computers
Discuss the latest desktop computers on the market
overheating...warming up...
Okay guys you all were great when I built my rig over the summer, so I am back and I have question.
What would cause my Vid card to get to 65 degrees C ??? Its not max load at all.... The desktop is setting in a CPU stand on my desk... but...
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need help w/ picking a computer!!!!!!!
i got my mind set on the intel.i was looking on ebay.both are brand new
I could go with a HP M9000t
intel duo core 2 (2.6mhz)
2mb memory
320gb hard drive
$720.00
http://www.shopping.hp.com/webapp/sh...&lang=en&cc=us
or
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antec 900 owner please come in
Can someone please help me install the 3.5" tray for the 2.5" memory card reader?
I can't seems to find a way to screw the 3.5" tray in place. There is no screw holes or anything.
The only holes i see are the ones to scr...
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video card suggestion please quick then i can order
shall i go with the GT
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130318
or the GTS
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130312
from what i heard the GT is the better bang for the buck. i originally chose the GTS cau...
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Finally Done Building!
So after numerous software and hardware troubles, my new computer build is finally totally completed!
And to celebrated this occasion, I've taken pictures!
Outside - Case Badges (from top to bottom) - Arctic Cooling, EVGA, G.Skill, Gigabyte ...
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help with computer startup
hey all. i went to go turn on my brothers computer this morning. when i turned it on everything was going fine until it came to the part saying that windows did not shut down properly. but i remeber doingitjust fine. so i thought nothing of it ...
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Nic??
I saw this "Killer™ K1 Gaming NIC" at pre-built custom pc/alienwares/etc.... I was wondering what it was? What's NIC?
I herd it reduces lag and stuff, but is it a video card? It says network card so what is a network card?
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Computer Static Avoidance
Hi, my computer tower is currently located directly to the left of my keyboard and monitor on top of the desk. The floor is carpeted. It's winter and the air (and my skin) is very dry, and I frequently get small shocks from my aluminum Lian-Li ...
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Quick Question about my slimline?
Some sites say it supports 2gb in each dimm and some say it supports up to 2gb total. If i get 2x2gb units would my computer reconize at least 2gb since some sites say max of 2gb? I ask this because the price between a kit of 2x2gbs and kit of ...
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Acer Monitor no DVI
I bought this Acer 2016 wbb 20" Monitor from Staples, because of the price over the phone using a $30.00 coupon. It was advertised with having a dvi port, but it doesn't. How important is this as it is a hassle to send it back?
The displa...
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another computer build :)
alright i'm building a new comp. this is my plan for it
what i have:
-xfinity 600 watt PSU
-gigabyte p35-ds3r motherboard
-1 gig patriot 800mhz DDRAM
-bigwater cooling kit
what i'm getting:
-another gig of patriot ram
-intel c...
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Ram ... which would u choose?
right now im getting
2x http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231098
for a total of 4 gigs
or for 7 dollars more get
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231122
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My First Computer
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...uct_id=7779562
I finally got a computer of my own for XMas and I was wondering if it was any good? Will it run Vista alright? I'm not much of a gamer, I'll just be using it for the internet and some pro...
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Building a gaming computer, need help
So on Christmas day my dad told me that we were going to build a gaming computer. It is a great gift, but he is not very motivated and doesnt really want to do anything. He already has the case and motherboard on order, but he spent all day yes...
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which MoBo would u choose
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128048
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...%2bNeo2-FR
^ apparently new egg is wrong o nthe chipset for this board.. on MSI's web site it says it supports quad core's
heres the board...
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help me with deciding
which parts are the best bang for my buck for 370 bucks?
i need:
processor
motherboard
power supply
ram
so whatchoo think? what can i do for 370 darra?
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Is my case grounded?
I built a new computer yesterday after recieving all the parts for Christmas (in sig). After putting it together, everything runs great! No glitches, nothing. It runs nice and fast...just like I like it!
Now, there's only one problem though....
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another computer build :)
alright i'm building a new comp. this is my plan for it
what i have:
-xfinity 600 watt PSU
-gigabyte p35-ds3r motherboard
-1 gig patriot 800mhz DDRAM
-bigwater cooling kit
what i'm getting:
-another gig of patriot ram
-intel c...
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Need Some Help !
Hello again folks.
Is acer a good desktop/laptop brand ?
Which Brand do you prefer?
If you could suggest a good desktop/laptop
at around 700$ and less. That would be great.
The computer will be used mainly for home/ office use
some mil...
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Building a new computer and need some advice: Thankyou!
I am only salvaging two parts from my current build. A Pentium 4 Processor at 2.8ghz and the 80G hard drive. I was just wondering, since I am getting a new motherboard, will I have problems transferring the processor and the heatsink (I checked...
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upgrade
i was thinking about upgrading my pc and would want to keep some from my old system, so could you ppl give me a good parts list (under 300$)thanks
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Will PC2 - 6400 work with my slimline s3200n?
Installed in it now is 2x512mb of pc2-5300
my bus is 1000mhz
crucial.com says i can use 5300 or 6400
http://crucial.com/store/listparts.a...line%20s3200n#
but hp's specs tell me it is 5300 but not sure if 6400 will work
http://www.shoppin...
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Gaming computer Spec suggestions
I know i have made a post bout this a few weeks ago but just wanna get one more set of suggestions before i order my parts tom. my budget is $1500 and im looking to build the best Gaming PC possible.. NO MONITOR INCLUDED. also im looking for a ...
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How obsolete am I? Can I upgrade this?
I'm currently running an Intel P4 2.4Ghz, MSI motherboard, 768mb ram, 200gb HD, and an ATI All-In-Wonder 9600 Video card. I've had this system for about 4 years, and the video card for about 3 years or so.. perhaps longer. My question is this...
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Going from Vista back to XP Help
Posted this in another subforum..but this one might be more active.
Back in February of this year I bought a new Compaq Presario Model Number SR2180NX - came preloaded with Vista. Tomorrow I want to go back to XP..because Vista is really dr...
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Builing a gaming PC
Hello
i am looking to building a brand new PC the only thing i wont need to buy is a dvd or cd disc drive i have a light scribe one i want to keep, everything else i want new maybe you guys can help em find some parts that will be good for a ...
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