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    CPU to GPU cost Ratio - What should it be?

    So, I'm in the market for a new computer, but I'm on a pretty strict budget. I want the entire thing to come in under $900 (including monitor) and I've allotted around $400 for CPU and GPU. I have another "productivity" machine, so this would be PURELY for gaming. Most of that gaming will be...
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    Is it possible to replace a P4 with a C2D?

    Hello! My friend's got an old VAIO (Model #: VGC-RB30) that's got a Pentium 4 in it (Model #: 530J). The P4 is socket 775 and has an 800 mhz FSB. The E4600 is also socket 775 and 800 mhz FSB. I'm wondering, can I swap out the P4 and put a E4600 in there? The only problem I can forsee is...
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    Using faster RAM for OC'ing purposes

    Hello! So, I'm building a computer for myself and for my sister and I've got a question. I know I want to overclock the machines and based on past experience it's the RAM that gives out before anything else. I have a PC with 1066 DDR2 that I'm able to take to 1140 before it won't boot. I...
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    Q9400 / Maximums II Formula @ 4.0 ghz (Can I push it further?)

    Dudes, There are a few threads on here about my comp already, but they were getting confusing to follow. Here's a consolidation for my (and your) ease. If you're trying to OC a Maximus II Formula mobo, here's how I got it to 3.98 stable (4.00 unstable). Here are my basic pieces: ASUS...
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    Help OC'ing Q9400 on Maximus II Formula

    Howdy!:wavey: Y'all helped me a while back with my last build. I'm hoping you can work your magic again. Here's the set-up this time: ASUS Maximus II Formula (P45 chipset) Intel Q9400 (Quad-core 2.66 ghz stock) OCZ Reaper RAM (2 x 2GB 1066) Tuniq 120 Tower CPU Fan/Heatsink w/ Arctic...
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    Flash EVGA 9800 GTX+ Bios to OC'ed BFG

    Hello! Y'all helped me out with some problems a bit ago and I thought I'd throw another atcha. I have this EVGA video card: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130376 It's freakin' great. I really love it, but a few days after I bought it BFG released this...
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    Built a computer... no video on screen. Suggestions?

    Hi, so I just built a brand-spanking-new computer. I have the Windows Vista CD in the drive, I turn it on and... nothing. The monitor doesn't detect a signal and turns off. The mobo has no on-board video, so I don't know what to do. Here are the components: DFI LANPARTY DK X38-T2R LGA 775...
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