Desktop Computers
Discuss the latest desktop computers on the market
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Do i know if my computer will support a PCI express card
im running a AMD Athlon and i have a Radeon 9550 video card right now
how do i find out if i can run PCI express?
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New computer + rebates
I'm buying http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820220144 - Patriot 2gb (2x1gb) Ram which comes with a 40 dollar rebate. I want to buy 2 of these kits, so I can total out to 4 gb of ram. However, I was wondering if they would add up to...
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windows booting really slow
Well.. I've never paid much attention to it, till yesterday, where I rebuilt one of my old pc's for my aunt.
the pc I rebuild was a 1400+ AMD palomino, running at 1050MHz (due to the motherboard Having a 100MHz fsb, not 133MHz.)
the motherboa...
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Challenge or comments for computer build.
I have a computer that finally went out (the motherboard is fried), and I want to use the memory and hard drive in a new computer. I figured that if I am going to get another motherboard, I might as well get a new case and PSU, ect.
The ite...
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Building computer, input please
This is what i found and i haven't built any computers so i'm back to being a newblet with building computers. If you guys could check this out and tell me what you think that would be cool. I have a 19 inch widescreen monitor and i want to use...
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Building a computer, help please!
Ok, so I have 1000 dollars to spend on a new computer. I would like to know what i should get to get the best bang for my buck. I know i would like an 8800 video card and 2gb ram. Also, I already have a Core2Duo processor and a monitor and mous...
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Any recommendations from comp specs???
Hi all, A very merry Christmas to you all!!!
well im sure you have all received some new gadgets from santa as i have and as it is all not connected i would like to be sure that everything is ok with my comp ie making sure the comp will cont...
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8800GT vs 8800GTs
I'm building a gaming rig, Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz CPU, 2 gigs ram ect.
Anyways I'm now split between This and This my basic question is, is there a big enough difference to pay an extra $70 (50 after rebate)?
What sort of FPS g...
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How much cooling?
I'm building my first rig (Q6600, 8800GT, 3 gigs ram), and I'm worried about keeping it cool.
I'm thinking about This case because it looks so damn cool. Will it provide enough cooling, even if i take the 80mm top fan out (some PSU's get in ...
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gps on mobile computer
I was wondering if there is any way to install gps program, like tomtom, on mobile computer which could work with bluetooth gps. You can suggest any other navigation solution over mobile pc as well.
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Noob upgrading entire comp.
ok i just recently purchased a new M/B, Processor, and power supply. I got everything together and booted it up but nothing came up... no response on the monitor. after about a minute of it running this way, it powers off.
I got an abit IP35...
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Installing Vista?
Hello all,
I bought Vista and am trying to install it on my sister's laptop. Her Dell HD died so I bought and installed another one. Obviously it is blank so I booted the Vista disk and it's telling me that Vista cannot install on this part...
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Windows Task Manager Help!!
When i control alt delete to get into task manager it show up at the cpu usage and cpu usage history with the graphs. how do i get it back to normal where i can click processes and all the other stuff?
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Cheap Vista Premium Compatible Computer?
What's the cheapest computer I can buy that would meet Windows Visat Premium requirements? I don't need the following:
DVD/CD Drive
Monitor
Graphics Card
Sound Card
Speakers
I basically want a cheap computer that would serve for schoo...
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tv/computer/movies/etc. system?
I got the idea to buy a TV a bit ago and then I thought I should get one that I could use for a computer monitor when I'm not watching a movie or tv or playing a game on it. Then I realized my laptop sucks and I should get a new computer. So he...
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New PC/Good Price?
Im getting a new pc in a few days I ordered it from Buyxg.com I found there prices very good and plus they had a %5 discount when you checked out. Let me know if what i ordered was a good but either way its too late haha. I hope i didnt pay way...
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Christmas list
What's on yours for your computer? For me this year it was early i got myself my custom built pc, 250gb external drive, new keyboard, mouse, and new rounded IDE cables. Little things. How about you, what do you want santa to leave you this y...
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first build all round use
This would be my first build for causal gaming video editing my budget is 1,500 max and i would like to keep it at what i have now. My question are would it work it all, how good would it be and how long would it last thx alot for helping out a...
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N00B PC - Flex your mind muscle!
Hey, guys:
I've read through these posts for awhile now and feel this shouldn't be taboo or off-limits. I'm a definite n00b at building a PC. I've had my current PC for approximately 5 years until the power supply decided to dump, and I figu...
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My PC.
I was thinking of upgrading my computer in the near future.
I'd upgrade the Processor, Graphic Card, Power Supply, and Ram. And maybe a new Monitor.
I was thinking a Quad Core Processor, 8800GT, 720w+, and 2gb of Ram.
For a monito...
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About to build new system
I have been struggling lately about which way to go in upgrading my system. Here are three options that I'm thinking about. Please feel free to advise on any changes you think would be better.
Option 1 = Keep current mobo , buy a Q6600 or E850...
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Building New PC Tommorrow
Ok I have a couple question because this isn't just any PC, It is a Media Centre HTPC. Ok As you can see in my signature, that is all the parts I'll be using. Few questions for you guys,
Ok Im using a OEM 400w PSU with a 12v rail and I don'...
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Need help
I just installed forceware for a fx5200 on an old computer. Now when trying to play cs 1.6, i am getting this.
The home screen for cs is also like this. is there a setting in the drivers that i need to change? any help would be great.
I...
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need help fast
hey im in a game with a bud right now, and need some help sorry for posting wrong area, i just need help fast and everyone knows this section gets the most replies lol
anyways, my friend needs to install his drivers on an hp laptop for his m...
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Grade My Build
Here is my build. Do I need anything else or do I need to improve something?
AMD Athlon 64 X2 6400+ Windsor 3.2GHz Socket AM2 125W Dual-Core Processor Model ADX6400CZWOF - Retail $179.99
CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM ...
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Need a newer pc.
I was thinking of building a new pc. I know anything I build is going to be better than what I am on now. A 1 ghz Duron with 1 gig ram. I am not a gamer so I don't need alot of power. I am a big internet user though and love videos. I am on cab...
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New build will not boot and CPU fan not spinning.
Hi everyone,
I have a new PC which I built around two weeks ago, imaged and was fully working until now. The specs are below;
Intel Pentium E2160 CPU
GIGABYTE GA 946GMX-S2 Motherboard
JEANTECH 350WATT PSU
WD 160GB Hard Drive
2GB DDR2...
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best amd comp for <700
dont include operating system or kvm
will be using vista
this is what i have come up with
centurion 5
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16811119077
mobo
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813186104
psu
http://...
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no videos will play...
i've had several videos on my old hd, they always played. installed xp on the new computer and transferred the files, none of them play. installed about 12 codecs now to no avail. ran videoinspector, they all say mpeg 1 and nothing will play...
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