Desktop Computers
Discuss the latest desktop computers on the market
WTB Gaming Computer!
Dunno if this goes here, otherwise move plz!
My roomate is looking for a new desktop computer, he will be using it for 100% hardcore gaming. anywhere from WoW to CS. If anyone has or knows of someone who is selling something of my needs please...
answer(11) view(86) status(

)
Computer don't always turn on. Help......
I'm having a problem with my comouter. I'm one that when I'm done with it at nights end I turn it off. Of lately when starting it back up it will turn on and then the voice says,,,,Computer fails memory caps..........I let it set for a while an...
answer(5) view(509) status(

)
Which Build Would You Choose!!!
Which one would you pick for your gaming+over clocking needs. In other words which in your opinion is the best gaming rig out of the following based upon cost+performance.
BUILD 1:
MOTHERBOARD: Gigabyte GA-P35-DS3L ATX LGA775 P35 1333FSB 1PC...
answer(20) view(913) status(

)
Replacing an OEM HDD
My hard drive (in my sig) is dying. Click of death, etc. It (HDD), my motherboard, and my processor are all from an Acer build. I replaced everything else.
My question is, am I going to have to use a new copy of Windows when I replace it? I ...
answer(5) view(546) status(

)
Help with purchase please..
I need help ordering a new mobo,ram,cpu. I have some components I'd like to use for this.
His x1950pro AGP version
Corsair VX450
Seagate HDD
Sony DVD/ROM
I want to achieve 3ghz with a dual core cpu (mobo must have agp slot). My budget is ...
answer(13) view(376) status(

)
Fish Tank Full Of Veggie Oil For Computer.
I am sick of my loud fans and temps gettin high when I overclock. I am thinking about disabling the fans and dunking my Mobo, processor, ram, and video card in a small fish tank full of vegie oil to keep it cool.. then put my hard drives and cd...
answer(203) view(666) status(

)
How to Build a Computer - Step by Step (With Photos)
How to Build a Computer: (Currently Editing)
First a little background here, The case that is used in this build is the Antec Nine Hundred. The other components that I used was the Asus P5K Deluxe (based off the P35 chipset), Intel Core 2 Duo...
answer(59) view(738) status(

)
My PC will not go on STANDBY, please help
When I select STANDBY, my computer will go on standby for about 5 mins until it automatically starts back up displaying this message
---------------------------
Windows - System Error
---------------------------
Insufficient system r...
answer(5) view(968) status(

)
Budget build for my Father
What does everyone think of this setup? Typical uses will be internet browsing, Office apps, and some moderate gaming.
Spare components I plan to install:
RAM: 2GB XMS2 800MHz
GPU: 320MB 8800 GTS
DVD Burner: LG SATA
HD: 120GB WD...
answer(18) view(430) status(

)
Computer running slow/ chrashng?
Hey everyone.. my computer recently started running slow and stops responding? it used to be fast but now its not. here are some specs Intel pentium 4 3.4 ghz 1 gb ram radeon X800 256 mb video card. I did a Hijackthis log? here it is.
Logfile...
answer(3) view(28) status(

)
Post your dream computer specs
Just as the title says, post the specs of the computer that would be built if you had unlimited amout of cash to do so.... mine is in my sig
answer(19) view(902) status(

)
Restarting Problem
Okay, i've upgraded my mobo, cpu and ram.
Core 2 Quad Q6600
OCZ 800MHz DDR2 RAM
Gigabyte Nforce 650i mobo
+
8800 GTS
1 HDD
1 ODD
3 Case fans.
It wasn't a bundle but they a compatable.
After the build i freshly ...
answer(7) view(524) status(

)
Computer crashes while running 3DMark06
So I just got another BFG Tech 8800 GT OC card today as an early Christmas gift and put it in my system and enabled SLI - I OC'ed the CPU to 3.3 GHz, the GPU core to 709 MHz, and the GPU memory to 1000 MHz - Running the system works great (I av...
answer(3) view(228) status(

)
virus all folders 180KB and exe
Hi,
Somebody please help me out. I am facing a virus problem, I will outline the sympthoms:
1. All folders are converted into exe extensions.
2. All folder size becomes 180KB
3. Task Manager Disabled.
4. Registry Disabled.
5. Administ...
answer(5) view(1,000) status(

)
New setup won't power up URGENT
I just built my computer, but when I plug it in and press the power switch, nothing happens. It doesn't show any lights, no fans start...its just dead. The powersupply i'm using was working like 4 hours ago, so nothing should of happend to it.
...
answer(8) view(395) status(

)
Budget Build
Here's a budget build that I'd like you guys to look over and give me some suggestions on. I've already got a case and a PSU (450W), speakers, monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 Allendale 2.2GHz - $124.99
http://www.newegg...
answer(12) view(203) status(

)
Municator
Does anyone know about it? http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...62148706105599
How good is it? Thanks!
answer(6) view(297) status(

)
answer(3) view(753) status(

)
My Dell Computer Build
Hey, I build a computer at dell and I want to know your ideas or thoughts. Below is the info. I would also like to know if I can play Call of Duty 4 with it.
PROCESSOR Intel?Core? Duo Processor E4500 (2.2GHz, 800 FSB)
OPERATING SYSTEM Genu...
answer(9) view(652) status(

)
Already installed program
Is it possible to burn a disc of a program that is already installed? My cousin is over and wants Office 2007. Thanks in advance.
answer(3) view(207) status(

)
Help me find a computer!
Hi, I need a computer that can run Call of Duty 4 smoothly for under $1400. 19" or less screen, good graphics card. Thanks.
answer(3) view(435) status(

)
new computer, i have everything?
for the build, everything here and look good. been a few years since i built my last computer.
case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119137
video: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814102714
PSU: http://www.ne...
answer(15) view(254) status(

)
Christmas Gaming Rig
A very good day to all fellow computer forum users.
After several months of hard work identifying the system parts which best suited my needs in each of the different computer forum sections for the new gaming rig, I have managed to come out...
answer(7) view(824) status(

)
Final Pc Build
Im finally going to order my new pc, just want to see what you guys think.
Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 Processor 2.66GHz
XFX nForce 680i LT SLI Motherboard
Patriot Extreme Performance 2GB 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 MHZ
COOLER MASTER REAL POWER...
answer(4) view(497) status(

)
Deleting Program in use
I have an old installer that froze, so i stopped the install, and now it doesn't work nor let me delete it. I've tried deleting in safe mode, doesn't work.
What can I do to get rid of this dumb thing. I downloaded the installer and this one ...
answer(5) view(486) status(

)
are these compatible?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128059
and
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820220144
answer(2) view(654) status(

)
Multitasking - Pentium 4 or Celeron D???
my pc's...
dell dimension 3000
xp media center edition
celeron d @ 2.66ghz
512mb memory
integrated video, sound, etc. (no upgrades)
160gb hard drive
cd/dvd burner combo only
compaq presario 6454nx
xp media center edition
pentiu...
answer(10) view(291) status(

)
New Build Problem - Freezing
Hey, I just built a new computer and I am having some problems.
First, the specs:
Asus p5n-e SLI
Intel Q6600
Crucial Ballistix 2x1gb @ 4-4-4-12 2.2v
Evga 8800GT
Seagate 500gb 32mb cache
Asus optical
Vista home premium 32bit
The probl...
answer(4) view(872) status(

)
Studi monitor on comp?
Now I was planning to buy a desktop computer with a stereo, but I was thinking about getting a studio monitor instead? A studio monitor is basically stereos for studios, however I was wondering if anyone here knew I can hook them up to my compu...
answer(4) view(318) status(

)
? Adapter ? [Not Sure If This Is The Right Section[
Hello again, today i was thinking to myself to plug my computer into my t.v my computer dose have a graphics card with s-video i was just wondering if there is an adapter to change s-video to those 3 cables that come from like a dvd player one ...
answer(9) view(218) status(

)