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by prodigy2k7
Thu May 12, 2016 9:52 pm
Forum: Cases and Power Supplies
Topic: Lost Corsair 600T white case key
Replies: 11
Views: 4761

Re: Lost Corsair 600T white case key

Thanks for all the help. I found a different way. I looked in the window of the case and discovered a screw on the bottom of the lock mechanism. I took off two of the front bay covers. I reached inside with a screw driver and took out the screw and was able to easily disassemble the lock and get my ...
by prodigy2k7
Sun May 08, 2016 10:20 pm
Forum: Cases and Power Supplies
Topic: Lost Corsair 600T white case key
Replies: 11
Views: 4761

Lost Corsair 600T white case key

As title says. I Accidently brought my computer case keys to work (in my pocket) then lost them at work.... Sigh I tried to get another key from corsair support and they didnt help. Their response was "They are no longer available, sorry." Anyone know where I can find another key? Or someh...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Jul 19, 2015 2:42 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Re: new build with some old hardware possible issues?

and if you want performance for the higest voltage overclock: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103198&cm_re=Coolermaster_280mm-_-35-103-198-_-Product The one you've picked is sort of a "jack of all trades" it won't be that quiet at it's quietest, and it won't p...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Jul 19, 2015 2:13 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Re: new build with some old hardware possible issues?

MOBO: ASUS Z97-PRO GAMER LGA $160 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132412 Cooler: Cooler Master Nepton 120XL $90 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103200 As was stated by others, I would also want to ensure any components you carry over to the new syste...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Jul 19, 2015 1:45 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Re: new build with some old hardware possible issues?

I forgot about the cooler on my 2nd build specs - i thought my cart looked cheaper than supposed to thanks

Also i did make an error on the memory - i meant to select the one JAE posted - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6820148657
by prodigy2k7
Sun Jul 19, 2015 12:08 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Re: new build with some old hardware possible issues?

I cant wait, call me impatient :) PSU: EVGA 220-GS-0550-V1 80 PLUS GOLD 550 W $59.99 after $25.00 rebate card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817438049 MEMORY: Crucial Ballistix Tactical 16GB (2 x 8GB) $100 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148657 MOBO: A...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Jul 19, 2015 10:11 am
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Re: new build with some old hardware possible issues?

What does skylake involve? New memory and motherboard and all that? Will they generally be more expensive? I don't know if I can wait 3 weeks lol
by prodigy2k7
Sat Jul 18, 2015 6:58 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: new build with some old hardware possible issues?
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

new build with some old hardware possible issues?

Hi, I am here to make a new build. I am currently using my old build from 2008-2009: intel core 2 quad Q9300 WD 640GB black 7200rpm gigabyte EP45-UD3R nvidia evga 9800+ 512MB later added: November 2011: OCZ Vertex 3 120GB SSD January 2012:EVGA GTX 560 1GB 256 bit I am looking at the may 2015 system ...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Nov 25, 2012 7:02 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Need a basic reliable router with wireless.
Replies: 12
Views: 4818

Need a basic reliable router with wireless.

I was thinking of getting the Linksys WRT54GL from newegg. I plan to hardwire my desktop and wireless for laptops and phones. I just want something reliable and effective. I dont need something fancy. If I did get this router id probably put tomato on it but its not a requirement. (my first router w...
by prodigy2k7
Sun Dec 11, 2011 11:52 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: New Build
Replies: 4
Views: 1253

New Build

I am back, I came here a few years ago and you guys helped me build my core 2 quad machine. Now I want to build another. My budget is around $1,000 USD. I am using my old HDDs (got a new ssd vertex 3 as of a week ago). Here is what I am looking at. A lot has changed since I built my computer and im ...
by prodigy2k7
Thu Jun 04, 2009 4:12 am
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: My parent HTPC setup
Replies: 19
Views: 4119

Re: My parent HTPC setup

You should be fine! All except for the raid part, you need the MB with the "R" in the model number. thank..with R...hmmm..it might be difficult to find...any recommendation ? Not sure what the "L" is, but this is "RL" http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82...
by prodigy2k7
Sun May 31, 2009 11:24 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: Starting my Core I7 Build List
Replies: 25
Views: 4537

Re: Starting my Core I7 Build List

GTX 260 SLI > GTX 285
i think...
by prodigy2k7
Tue Apr 07, 2009 11:42 am
Forum: Hot Deals
Topic: Cases on sale!
Replies: 6
Views: 5105

Cases on sale!

A few cases on sale over at newegg

Antec 1200
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6811129043
$159.99 + free shipping

Antec Mini P180 White
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6811129044
$79.99 + free shipping

Lots of other antec cases $20-30 off.
by prodigy2k7
Sat Apr 04, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: Graphics
Topic: NVIDIA's GTX market
Replies: 27
Views: 3498

NVIDIA's GTX market

http://www.nvidia.com/object/geforce_family.html

I am starting to lose count of how many GTX cards there are. Last time I checked there was 2, now 5! Not including GTS 250, and whats up with the 100 series?
Any comments?
by prodigy2k7
Sun Mar 22, 2009 9:21 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: New to Building a PC
Replies: 17
Views: 3393

Re: New to Building a PC

IMO you should get gigabyte mobo with nvidia video cards... I dont like AMD/ATI/ASUS I have heard bad things about these companies customer service support from very good friends. NVIDIA > ATI at the moment, why not go with nvidia? I think a GTS 250 would be excellent. *ahem* Fanboy. AMD and Nvidia...
by prodigy2k7
Fri Mar 20, 2009 6:24 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: New to Building a PC
Replies: 17
Views: 3393

Re: New to Building a PC

IMO you should get gigabyte mobo with nvidia video cards...
I dont like AMD/ATI/ASUS I have heard bad things about these companies customer service support from very good friends.

NVIDIA > ATI at the moment, why not go with nvidia? I think a GTS 250 would be excellent.
by prodigy2k7
Fri Mar 20, 2009 6:07 pm
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: Need Help Picking A Core i7 CPU Cooler
Replies: 23
Views: 3867

Re: Need Help Picking A Core i7 CPU Cooler

Im not sure but I do have some input: I have a Q9300 2.5Ghz overclocked to 3.3Ghz and I have a zalman cooler, but a different one, I have this one: http://www.zalman.co.kr/eng/product/Product_Read.asp?idx=165 I dont know how noisy you prefer but I do know that its louder than stock fan and its not t...
by prodigy2k7
Tue Mar 17, 2009 5:23 pm
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: Bottleneck?
Replies: 18
Views: 1794

Re: Bottleneck?

What really matters is real world use, benchmarks are to give you an idea on performance, not to diagnose any problems..
by prodigy2k7
Sat Mar 14, 2009 4:33 pm
Forum: Graphics
Topic: Best graphics card under 10"?
Replies: 30
Views: 5724

Re: Best graphics card under 10"?

NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250
by prodigy2k7
Sat Mar 14, 2009 3:46 pm
Forum: Overclocking, Tweaking, & Cooling
Topic: CPU & Memory Overclock Help...
Replies: 3
Views: 1951

Re: CPU & Memory Overclock Help...

Oh, yes im sure that would be helpful, sorry.

CPU: Intel Q9300 2.5
Mobo: Gigabyte P45 - GA-EP45-UD3R

It was late last night so i was very tired... lol, i still didnt have much sleep, so ya...
by prodigy2k7
Sat Mar 14, 2009 4:17 am
Forum: Overclocking, Tweaking, & Cooling
Topic: CPU & Memory Overclock Help...
Replies: 3
Views: 1951

CPU & Memory Overclock Help...

Okay its been awhile since I messed with anything...I was happy with my last overclock, but there are some things my friend convinced me to tweak with... Previous Tweak: CPU Speed 3.3GHz Bus Speed 440MHz Multiplier 7.5x DRAM Ratio 1:1 As a result my memory ran at 880MHz (2x2GB 800MHz 1.8v 5-5-5-15) ...
by prodigy2k7
Fri Mar 13, 2009 5:11 am
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: New Low / Mid range build (noob builder)
Replies: 17
Views: 3261

Re: New Low / Mid range build (noob builder)

I am a person solely on quality and performance... Intel and NVIDIA FTW :)
by prodigy2k7
Fri Feb 13, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: What speakers for me? Compatability?
Replies: 5
Views: 1264

Re: What speakers for me? Compatability?

LOL @ 61-bit, sorry :P Well here is the thing, how can I be sure my drivers were installed properly? I know I downloaded those drivers a few days ago cuz i have RSS on iGoogle for my motherboard drivers. I tried looking in Device Manager, but under Sounds, Video and game controllers, there is only o...
by prodigy2k7
Fri Feb 13, 2009 4:29 am
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: What speakers for me? Compatability?
Replies: 5
Views: 1264

What speakers for me? Compatability?

I have this motherboard: Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3R Specs show: 1. Realtek ALC889A codec 2. High Definition Audio 3. 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel 4. Support for S/PDIF In/Out 5. Support for CD In I want the Logitech Z-4 speakers: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16836121130 Would I have any pro...
by prodigy2k7
Sat Feb 07, 2009 12:48 am
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: Hope I chose a good system
Replies: 13
Views: 1764

Re: Hope I chose a good system

Here, I got you a videocard upgrade, 8GB ram, a much better mobo, more drive space, and stayed under your price :D http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/7097/suckergm0.png I think a 4850X2 is overkill, but heck it fits under budget! This assumes you only needed the parts you listed above and have a CD-R...
by prodigy2k7
Sat Feb 07, 2009 12:46 am
Forum: System Builders Anonymous
Topic: New System AMD Quad
Replies: 27
Views: 2167

Re: New System AMD Quad

Even a good 300W PSU would power that system. Here's a better deal on a more efficient 400W PSU: CORSAIR CMPSU-400CX 400W ATX12V V2.2 80 PLUS Certified, http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139008 Additional 20% off w/ promo code "Febsave20", ends 2/10 Free shipping! M...
by prodigy2k7
Fri Feb 06, 2009 3:26 am
Forum: Cases and Power Supplies
Topic: Silverstone Raven
Replies: 9
Views: 4003

Re: Silverstone Raven

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-hDoKZz1QQ
by prodigy2k7
Fri Feb 06, 2009 3:17 am
Forum: Processors
Topic: Q9400 cooling WTF (99C+)
Replies: 8
Views: 2472

Re: Q9400 cooling WTF (99C+)

If the HSF is properly installed, that sensor has to be wacky! I have the Q9300 on same board (GA-EP45-UD3R)
I was at 72C while overclocking from 2.5GHz to 3.0GHz with 400MHz bus speed
by prodigy2k7
Fri Jan 23, 2009 6:19 pm
Forum: Overclocking, Tweaking, & Cooling
Topic: Applying Thermal Compound
Replies: 17
Views: 5159

Re: Applying Thermal Compound

im not really saying put a gumball size, but if you put lets say double the amount you should, id otn see logically how it would be any different... It might be harder, if any, to push the push pins down... But i don't think the end result would be any thicker between the HSF and the CPU...
by prodigy2k7
Wed Jan 21, 2009 10:09 am
Forum: Overclocking, Tweaking, & Cooling
Topic: Applying Thermal Compound
Replies: 17
Views: 5159

Re: Applying Thermal Compound

I think what you're missing is that all of the excess won't get squeezed out, especially if the compound is particularly gooey. It was probably less of a concern back in the days of bare chips (Socket A) since the surface area was much smaller, making it easier for the excess to get squeezed out. W...
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