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Thanks for the feedback. Nim

When I shut my computer on/off my Power Supply gives off an audible click. I've never had a power supply that's done that before but then my previous PSU was a 6 year old Corsair so what do I know? Is this normal behavior or should I start screaming bloody murder at my retailer for a...

Oddly enough I've convinced myself to buy a new case. NXZT H4400 Just look at that. Motherboard cutout so I can install the hsf in the case, cable management galore, so much cooling, and no useless optical drive. And just look at it! Nim

I have an Antec 900 (1) from my last build (2008). I'm getting ready to build a new rig and I'm debating whether or not to replace the case. If anyone would come up with a really compelling reason why I should replace the old girl, I'd really appreciate the feedback...

Isn't the XFX card $50.00 more than the Diamond card? - Nim

http://www.guru3d.com/article/battlefield-3-vga-and-cpu-performance-benchmark-test/7 Low Quality settings still look pretty good. http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/battlefield-3-graphics-performance,3063-9.html 1680x1050 looks pretty good, though I'd say that you'd benefit from a GPU...

Just an update: Currently stable @ 3.33GHz, pretty well satisfied, don't expect I'll push it any farther. Settings: Thanks for the advice/links/etc. - Nim

I had a fair experience with Corsair. TX750 went tits up. RMA request was accepted within 24 hours. They had received my PSU within a week. Cannot honestly remember how long it took to receive the replacement part, but I'm getting the impression that it took a reasonable amount of time...

http://www.techspot.com/review/458-battlefield-3-performance/page7.html This review would seem to indicate that you will be fine with a Q6600 clocked 3.3GHz or somewhere abouts. Minimum FPS really doesn't drop off until you get to the Dual-Core processors. While it doesn't specifically...

That's interesting. Which motherboard were you using? - Nim

B is the 333Mhz Strap, D is the 400Mhz Strap, and I don't really care what the other two are. 266Mhz and 233Mhz I'd imagine. Regardless, I am already running it 1:1.

http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/battlefield-3-graphics-performance,3063-13.html I think you'll be fine with the Q6600 for a while there champ.

Why should I want to use the B-Strap as opposed to the D-Strap? From what I've read about Loadline Calibration, there's no real consensus on whether or not it's a "good thing". I have a feeling that 3.60GHz is going to be unattainable for me. I'm not comfortable pushing the VCore very far...

New settings, still 3.20GHz. Might increase the Vcore and pop the multi up to 9x, haven't decided yet. - Nim

Thanks guys. I've got it stable (6+ hours in OCCT) at 3.2GHz right now, spent a couple hours last night trying to get 3.3GHz stable, no such luck however. I think I'd be happy with 3.3GHz or 3.4GHz, but it's going to require some more trial and error. It's G0 stepping, just for the record...

I am holding out for Ivy Bridge. I have been running my Q6600 @ 2.66GHz for the past couple of years, but recently decided to see how far I could push it. The thing is, I'm having a lot of trouble getting the damn thing stable past 3.10GHz. Loads into windows fine, but forces to reboot or bsods...

Alright, so I'd decided to build a WoW-Box for my sister, using the components from my old computer. However, I've hit a snag. You see, the game seems to run okay once I get get into a zone, but the actual loading is taking FOREVER. Just loading into the starter zone takes like, 5 minutes...

Why can't I find any reviews for the aforementioned Heatsink? -Snuffles

So basically, I'm long overdue for a new build. I've put off upgrading for quite a while now; college is expensive ya know ;3. Long. Overdue. I'm talking AMD XP Barton core. Ancient. I've been looking at parts on and off for 2 years. But as soon as I'd work up the courage to order...

Yes, it would appear I have a 3 year on it. -Mrow

Alright, so today we're talking about my wonderful little psu. I'm quite fond of it. Modular cables are a lot of fun. But there's a small problem; one of it's fans is buzzing. Not too loud, mind you. Nor is it buzzing non-stop; usually only after a cold startup, and then only for a...

"What is he doing in the Intel Processors?" Well, it's really quite simple. My computer is kinda old. People laugh at it, call it names. How do you think that makes me feel? So I've decided to upgrade. Oh, and it's going to be a big one too! New board, new cpu, new video card; the...

Though the pixel shaders might be corrupted, you have a great chance of unlocking the vertex shader succesfully. Im very happy with the performance of my 6800. 4200 in 2K5 isnt bad at all ;). Though the score would vary from system to system. The 6800 is in almost very way...

You might consider this card: http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=14-139-166&depa=1 Its a Geforce FX 5700le 128mb 128bit. Im not to sure about the performance of these low profile cards though. -Tryqus

Just a thought, you might about picking up a 9700 pro off of ebay. It has the added benefits of a 256bit memory interface, compared to the 128 bit one on the 9600 pro. Now if you dont wnt to buy a card off ebay, for whatever reasons, then go for the 9600 pro. It kills all Nvidia cards in the...

Ya know if your going to spend around 100$, get a 9700 pro used/new off ebay. This upgrade would allow you to actually play dx9 games, and its within the budget we are talking about. Its the card im currently advising all people with a $100- to get. Now if you really don't want to buy off ebay...

Well it really depends on how long you want this upgrade to last. If you want a card that will last you 6+ monthes get the 6600 gt. Its fast as hell and its around the $200 range. It outperforms the 9800 xt in most tests, and leaves the 9800 pro in the dust. My advice is to skip the last gen of...

Ouch I didn't realize that you were using such a pathetic cooler. That thing isn't enough to keep your gpu cool, not be a mile. Personally I would suggest a VGA silencer. They are cheap, quiet, and they cool well better then your old stock hsf did. Its instalation is pretty easy and it sends the...

What kind of thermal transfer material are you using between the hsf and the gpu? I once used a thermal pad that just didnt cut it, had to replace with silver paste and it cleared the problem up. -Tryqus

Try the 71.xx betas, they are just as stable as non-beta drivers in almost ALL situations. I've been using the 71.24 drivers for a few monthes and dont have a single complaint. -Tryqus

Yeah of all the cards listed, the 5700 le would probably be your best bet. Now honestly If I were in your situation I would try to get a 9700 pro off of ebay. Their much faster and their going for around 100 bucks on ebay these days. But if your afraid of buying a card off of ebay, yeah 5700 le...

My Albatron has hit 825mhz so far, and I really dont think I've maxed it out yet. Im not sure what ram is on it, though my bet is it is 2.2. Even if the ram is rated at 2.2 though it doesnt mean it will hit that speed. -Tryqus

The Sapphire Toxic x800 pro Vivo is a pretty good card that stands out from the rest. It comes with a ati silencer installed and has the vivo chip. Possibilities of flashing to xt if you ever wanted to. -Tryqus

My system is as follows: AMD XP 2500+ @ 3200+ {400fsb} locked multi Shuttle An35n Ultra 512mb Kreton PC3200 @ 200mhz Albatron 6800 nu 12p6v 365/800 You should be getting around 8k-9k, im getting around 9300 with my setup. I would suggest getting a driver cleaner and cleaning out any...

Multiplier killed ya *tear*. I went the way of the cheap 2500+ @ 3200+, which is fast enough that 64bit doesnt interest me, not until it matures a bit more. I just bought a 6800 nu a couples days ago, should be here soon. Im expecting a bit of a bottleneck but nothing serious. So I should be...

You could try doing some benchmarks and making pretty charts :) . Good Luck on the project man! -Tryqus