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I'm trying to figure out possible card configurations for the MSI Big Bang. I'd like to know what configurations allow x16/x16 SLI. I've read the manual and it instructs installed cards into the first two slots, but this is what their compatability chart looks like...

I pulled all the wires out of my 8-pin EPS cable before realizing that I have no idea which way to put it back together. I found this: http://www.playtool.com/pages/psuconnectors/connectors.html#eps8 Unfortunately, I'm sleeving an AX850, so I don't know where to put the wires on the PSU end :(...

I'm really digging corsair cases, and the 650d would be great, but the usb 3.0 pass-through is a deal breaker, and I really don't want the hot-swappable bay on top. Why can't Lian Li and Corsair just join forces? Could you imagine a Corsair case made of aluminum? Been eyeing the FT02, but it has...

Behind the head, wireless, and noise-cancelling. They're for use in a workshop environment where mobility and noise is an issue. The reason for them being behind-the-head is because a magnifying visor is used frequently. Edit: Best I've been able to find so far...

I just got a new laptop and I'll need a pair of headphones to take with me. I've generally never used headphones before, but from my impressions here, the ATH AD700's are a safe bet. I prefer to hear people around me without pulling the headphones off an ear. I'll probably use them equally for...

This card looks amazing, and my Auzentech Forte is dying / dead. However I can't find the D2X being sold anywhere!

I've had my Auzentech forte for about 2 years now. The mic port died after about 6 months, but I just started using onboard. Now the whole thing is dying, and not even getting recognized by windows. I'm looking to buy a new sound card, and the last time I researched, HT Omega cards were one of...

I've never sleeved a PSU before, so bear with my ignorance... I bought a sleeving kit, (mod/smart kit), not realizing that there isn't nearly enough material to sleeve each wire on a PSU. I think you're expected to sleeve whole cables since it didn't even come with heat shrink small enough for...

I can't find reliable information on whether purchasing an expensive Quadro card is worth it. I'll be using the latest Mastercam. I'd be willing to get the FX 1800 on newegg, but will it actually perform better then something like a GTX460?

I've been researching RAID on Linux because of the future box I'm going to put together. I've never used Linux before and have only set up RAID0 on my windows machine. From what I've read, you cannot install Unbuntu or Fedora onto a raid. So would I have to get an extra drive? Or just not use...

I'm looking to build a simple little box to run in the corner 24/7 to use as print/file/minecraft server and what not. I'd like it to not take up much space, or take much power (kind of the idea of an HTPC). However I've only ever kept up with high end gaming hardware. I don't know where to...

This seems odd, since I personally wouldn't buy a TN. But my friend has only used TN and has a budget. Unfortunately I can't find any good reviews on TN screens. There are tons of them and I don't even know if some have better colors that others. Some direction would be helpful. Thanks.

My L246 is about 3 years old now, and has some permanent dark streaks in it (cleaning too roughly?) and gets temporary burn-in really easily (scrollbars up for a few hours will do it). I love 1920x1200, and would never consider going 1080, I need the vertical space. I don't want to go...

I haven't researched monitors in a while, so I'm wondering what a good drafting monitor would be. Colors don't have to be amazing, nor the refresh rate. Just good viewing angles, and a crisp lines. For the viewing angles I would have to go something better than TN, but I'm not sure if there are...

I've had my A5's for about a year now and in the last couple weeks, they've been popping quite loudly when I turn them off. I emailed customer support and they sent me their generic "will probably solve it" 13 step email. I don't have another audio source right now to check if it's by sound...

I'm wondering if my suspicions are correct. I have 4 gigs of ram in my computer (not computer in sig), but I'm guess everything is running in 32-bit, so it doesn't matter. It's causing my ram usage to top out 2.4 gigs about, and my page file is at 3 gigs. The strange part is that task manager...

A relative needs a laptop for under 600 dollars, but I've never shopped for one before. I exclusively use desktops. Is there anything in particular I should look for when shopping around? I it'd have to be something they can pickup at BB so options are somewhat limited. The only thing I really...

My friend's computer with a 8600gts started artifacting, then eventually the entire display was corrupted as soon as it turned on, then the monitor was getting no signal. Put in a old x850 and it was artifacting as soon as compy was turned on. Now the monitor isn't getting a signal anymore...

What does [H] use to record frame rate for their review? I'd like to compare my system before and after sli.

I'm looking to do some SLI. I currently have an XFX GX275XAHFF and am looking to pair it up with a buddy. Never posted in the sale / trade forum, but there's a first time for everything :D

I'm gaming at 1920x1200 and my 275 keeps up pretty well with everything. I have to turn some settings down in bfbc2 to get it to run smooth, but everything else feels fine. The reason I ask is because these 460's look soooo tempting.

I read articles here saying that they've always loved the TRUE rev.c heat sink and that it's always right up at the top in cooling, but which version is it? vanilla? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835109022 extreme...

I've been asked to build a new computer to replace my mom's 6yo P4. She doesn't want to spend a lot of money, wont be moving the case around etc. I'm looking for a generic, quiet, decently cool case. It wont have any badass video card and will probably use stock cpu cooling. It can be steel, but...

Twice now, I be doing whatever, then try and play some music and watch a video online and my sound will be dead. Online videos make no sound, and windows media player fails to load any media file. Only fix I've found is to restart. I have virus protection, and nothing else is acting weird. What...

Sucks right? It got in the F-keys and the top row, but the worst is in the three macro setting keys at the top. Is there any hope of it drying out? It worked for like 5 minutes after that and then died. I may have just fried it by seeing if it still worked. I heard you can put them in the...

I'm constantly getting blue screens and all my games are crashing after a fresh format to windows 7. I was getting the same thing on vista 64-bit too before I formatted. This didn't happen when I first built my machine last summer so I'm assuming it is a driver issue.(?) The most recent blue...

I had windows vista 64-bit and all my games would just close/crash all the time. I'd even get the occasional blue screen. So I formatted, went to windows 7, and updated my bios to the latest (that fixed my last computer's blue screen issues). However the FIRST game I play on the new system...

I have a friend that needs to get rid of the RC, and they have a legit copy of W7 Pro. Problem is, they have no cd-rom drive. Even if I got the cd burnt, I'd have to tear a drive out of my computer for them to use. My question is if there is a way to upgrade fully by mounting an iso of it in...

What is the process to powder coat something like a lian li case. The outside is already has a nice coating on it, but do you still sandblast it all off and redo everything? Or do you just do the uncolored parts?

I've always been interested in having a small form factor case because I tend to move it around a lot, but I've always been worried about fitting things in, the heat, smaller mobos not being as good as the larger counterparts, etc. What would be the smallest case that could fit something like an...

I threw together some stuff on newegg, was wondering if there is anything wrong with this build or if there are better parts people know of for the same price. Antec 300 case: 69.95 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129066 XFX HD4890: 192.99...

Friend of a friend needs a basic compy, but I'm not sure what to do on this budget. 1) What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? TF2, L4D2, and general use. 2) What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included? 650 max. 3) Where do you live? Oregon...

I'm looking for a cornet bracket with or without holes, and sharp edges. About half an inch on all sides. I can mill cubes of aluminum and drill the holes, but it would be easier if I could buy them. Here is sort of what I'm looking for:

Are the width and height of power supplies standard? I know the length varies of course, but I'm curious of the width and height. I'll be needing to make a power supply mount and my options may vary if PSU sizes vary.

I just built a new i7 computer and am using Vista Business x64. TF2, L4D, League of Legends, basically every game I play crashes at some point. Should I look at graphics drivers? I'm using the latest ones and my OS is all up to date.

Been listening to music all day and it's sad to hear how low quality some of my music is, it sounds terrible now. I tried playing some TF2, however, and everything sounds great except my weapon sounds. They seems pretty muffled for some reason and it gives me a headache. The settings are set on...

I'm trying to find a way to attach sheet metal to a frame (like the side of a case) without needing 4 screws every time I want to take it off or put it on. But it would also need to be sturdy and possibly support the weight of a power supply. I'm thinking some kind of lock style mechanism where...

I'm getting some nasty temps in my case and I'm wondering if the airflow is just all wrong, or if its just too hot in my apartment. My i7 is idling at 45-49C. Temps go slightly down with the case side off. All 120mm fans are Scythe 1200rpm except the stock scythe on the Mugen 2, I think that's...

Has anyone tried this? You can buy their speakers online, and if you don't like them, can return them in 30 days for a full refund. I've never had a pair of quality speakers before I am needing to replace my z-5300's. Once I saw this, I was thinking I could try maybe the A5's or the A2's and see...

I'm starting to think my z-5300's are dying. My center channel isn't working on my new Auzentech Forte on both vista and win7 and a completely new computer. I was also having trouble with it on my completely separate older computer and the xtreme gamer pro I had. So in anticipation of needing to...