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Hello, Can anyone recommend a good external drive (or enclosure) that I can use as a torrent server? I've seen some before, but I've never really been interested in it till now. I'm looking for something that can run without having the computer on (obviously being external), and something...

Hello. I can't seem to get the audio working for my motherboard. My headphones work fine connected to the usb, but my speakers do not work when connected to the 3.5mm jacks at the back. I'm pretty sure I've installed all the drivers for the audio and I've checked that the speakers work on...

Hello. I've got a friend who just got a Dell which comes with 2 512 sticks. They'd like to upgrade to 4 gigs eventually. So, how much of a performance difference would it be to get ONE 2 Gig stick now and pair it with one of the 512. vs. Just putting one 2 gig in one bank. vs...

I've got a small desk and I just need the real estate. So I'm looking for a mini keyboard. I'm not a hard core gamer, but I do have Crysis, COD4 and Bioshock. I'm looking for recommendations on a wired or wireless mini keyboard. Whichever works best (guessing wired is probably better for...

I currently playing on Hardened. I just cannot pass the sniper/ferris wheel level. I must have tried at least 50 times now. I even tried to cheat hiding under a table and picking off people till the Heli came. But as soon as I step out, I've got grenades all over the place. I was having a...

So, looking for a gift. What's a good card for around $75? My friend doesn't game much, I think the only game he plays/played is Civilization. PCI-E Thanks

**also posted in the general hardware since I was not sure where this should go http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1244101" So, I finally got my computer going. During the entire setup, I was using 2 gig of memory. After I was all done, I went ahead and installed the other two (same...

So, I finally got my computer going. During the entire setup, I was using 2 gig of memory. After I was all done, I went ahead and installed the other two (same brand/speed). Windows won't boot. I kept on hitting the reset till it finally did. Checked the system info and it showed 3.7 Gigs...

Hello, For some background you can check here http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1240086 Basically, my motherboard got fried so I ordered a new Gigabyte DS3L. While I was at it, went ahead and got new CPU. I wanted to transfer over my old system over to the new motherboard. The previous...

So, my brother just placed an order for this laptop. I configured it with the 2.2 Ghz processor and 128 Nvidia video card. And I'm going to buy him some memory, still debating on going 2 or 4 gigs. Anyway, even though he does not play games at all, he's been curious about Bioshock. So...

Do you think it will make a difference? I'm currently ordering 2 gigs, but if 4 will make a huge difference, then I'll scrape up another $60 or so for it. Thanks.

Hi, Since my motherboard died, I'm in need of a new one. And while at it, I'm upgrading my CPU and RAM as well. I already settled on the CPU and pretty much nailed down the ram as well, now just down to motherboard. CPU: E6750 Ram: Gskill 4 Gig's 800 Currently I'm not looking to...

So, I've got a dead board. If I go and replace it with a new one, is it possible at all NOT to reinstall the OS? I've just got too many programs, settings, etc. in the current setup that if possible, I'd want to avoid the reinstall. Besides, I'm having a hard time locating my XP CD. I have...

I've got three contenders: 24" Dell 2407WFP-HC 28" HannsG HG-281DPB 24" Samsung 245BW Ignoring the price difference (business expense, they don't care which one I choose), which would be the overall better monitor? Mostly working on CAD and some photoshop. All are at 1920 x 1200...

Hello, So, my boss gave me the "ok" to get a new monitor to replace my 18" Dell UltraSharp. The catch is, I'm trying to find one from Office Depot so I can just use the corporate card and not have to expense it. I see they have some nice 22" Samsungs, Viewsonics and Lenovo. Can anyone...

My current motherboard died and it has an Intel 775 P4 HT 3.2 Gig on it. I'd like to use it till the new Quads come out. So, my question is, will my chip work with this motherboard for the time being? I notice it's a 775 CPU type and newegg lists "Pentium 4" as one of the supported chips...

Hi, I'm getting my friend some memory because she desperately needs it to run photoshop in XP. Currently, she only has 512 in her system. So, the notebook takes a 533 DDR2, now most of the ones I've seen for a great price are DDR2 667. Three questions: First, the 667 will...

Hello, I've got an avi I need to show in a presentation. Except, I'd like to speed up the avi clip so that I can go through all of them with the time I have. Would any of you happen to know of a program (free if possible) that can re-encode or whatever the avi file so that it plays at 2x...

Hi, So after using Musicmatch for a very long time, it looks like it's dead (bought out by Yahoo) and the new software is just not the same (what a waste of $20). Now, I'm looking for a good free MP3 tagging software to be used under Windows for an iPhone/iPod. I'm willing to pay for a...

One minute my desktop was working perfectly well. Then seeing the mess with all my cords behind the desktop, I unplugged everything and straightened it out and put it all together. Pressed the on switch and nothing. Checked all my connections, tried again and nothing. Oh boy :( I went...

I was looking at some new cards which now all say DX10. Since I'm not yet ready to move on to Vista, will these DX10 cards work on XP (I told you it was a noob question)? :) Thanks

So, I'm not really into gaming, but my brother wants to try out the game. I found some online that's on sale for like half the price, but are labeled used. One says that he finished the game and now wants to sell it. My question is, is it like Microsoft where it won't install once it's been...

I have one Dell D620 in the office that's acting up. For some reason, I cannot get the NIC Configuration to keep its configuration. Under Control Panel/Internal NIC Configuration I select "Always Active on Battery" But after every reboot, it goes back to automatic. The other D620's in the...

So, six months ago, I got all my orders to build my new computer. But as my timing is always off, I got shipped off to the UAE on business for six months. This totally threw a monkey wrench on my plans cause now, what was a pretty good machine, is basically obsolete and I haven't even put it...

Hi, This will be the very first time I'll be purchasing an after market CPU cooler. I am not going to be overclocking, I just want a cool and quiet machine. I have a Lian Li PC-A16 case and an ASUS P5B motherboard. What's a good cooler anyone may recommend? I've read that the...

It looks like my fan on one of my machine is about to die. Recently, when the machine is running, the fan is very loud. So, it may be time to replace it. Are there any cpu heatsink/fan that's easy to install? I don't want to have to rip everything out just to install a fan. Thanks.

Hello. Believe it or not, I bought all my components five months ago and will not get a chance to build it till next moth because I've been traveling out of the country all this time. Anyway, I purchased a Lian-Li PC-A16B for my case and an Asus P5B Deluxe for my motherboard and an E6400...

My bought a laptop that was roughly 2 years old with an XP operating system. He gives it to me to install his programs and dump the useless programs and update XP and all that. Well, it looks like it has a pirated XP installed. Of course this is the last thing I check after installing...

So, I just build a new machine. Using a 400 Gig Sata. Installed XP, installed SP1 then SP2. C shows as 127 Gig. On device manager it shows the additional 200+ gig as unallocated space. How do I merge that with my 127 Gig to make one large C drive? Thanks.

Finally got all my components to put my system together. This is my first non intel board. Typically all goes well without a hitch. Now, with this I have a 400 Gig SATA connected. But it only sees 127 Gig on the properties. My windows XP was old, I had to manually install SP1 and SP2. Both...

OH, boy do I feel really stupid to ask this, but here goes. I have two 1 gig sticks DDR2 Dual Channel Where do they go? | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | A1 A2 B1 B2 They are labeled as follows. From previsous I've...

So, I wanted to get a basic card for my new build that will tide me over till the next gen ones arrive. My question is, have you had any experience with refurbished cards? Bad or Good? I'm looking at one from Newegg specifically. I'm just curious if their refurbs are pretty good and...

So, I'm building a new computer. I'm not sure which is the better option. Should I buy the XP Pro now and get a free upgrade to Vista or Wait for Vista to come out? I guess I'm just concerened about programs working (or not working) with Vista. I figure if I buy the XP Pro, I have...

I bought my friend's laptop from him. I think it's a business model, came with Windows XP Pro and a SATA drive that's only about 60 gigs partitioned into two. One is C the other is the recovery partition. I'm planning to use this to store a bunch of media (TV shows and what not) so I'm...

Hi, I'm thinking about setting one up. I am still building my new computer which I had planned to store all my media on, then it occurred to me that in order to access those files, the computer would need to be on. So that's why I'm here. I'm thinking of installing a NAS to the router...

So, first off, I wish I can get the V1000 or V1200 but I've never spent that much on a case, and I just cannot get myself to do so. With that, I'm looking at some of there less expensive alternatives. My main goal is cool and quiet. But keep in mind that his machine will be sitting next to...

Hello, So, purchasing my components a little at a time. I got my E6400 and P5B Deluxe, now looking for memory. I've never overclocked and will probably not do it for this one. BUT, I'd probably like the option to do so, just in case I want to dabble with overclocking down the line...

First of all, those are my only two options. I guess the real question is, is the NeoHE 550 worth the difference in price in quality and power than the SmartPower? Difference is about $50 It will be for a Core2Duo Build (6400) P5B Deluxe Motherboard about 3 HDD 2 CD/DVD drives 1-2 gigs...

Hi all, I'm planning on a new build, first since about two years ago. Anyway, already have my 6400 and I think I finally decided on the P5B Deluxe. Thinking about a lian-li case, but I had read sometime back when the first conroe's were out that some people were having issues with...

So here's what happened... My friend dropped his notebook (Latitude D500) on the back side where the power supply connects to the unit. Then it won't start up again. No beeps, no lights, nothing. He asked me if I could revive it. Well, I checked the exterior and no cracks or anything...