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Voting Question: My computer has pcie version 1 (i think) will the following graphics card work?

BFG GTS 250 http://www.frys.com/product/5866223#detailed Specifications GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 250 Core Clock: 750MHz (vs. 738MHz standard) Shader Clock: 1836MHz Shader Model: 4.0 Texture Fill Rate: 48 Billion/sec. Stream Processors: 128 Video Memory: 1GB (1024MB) Memory Type: GDDR3 Memory Data Rate: 2240MHz (vs. 2200MHz standard) Memory Interface: 256-bit Memory Bandwidth: 71.7GB/sec. Bus Type: PCI Express® 2.0 Display Connectors: 2 Dual-Link DVI-I RAMDACs: Dual 400MHz Multiple Monitor Support: Yes HDCP Capable: Yes, Dual link (Requires other compatible components which are HDCP capable. Designed to meet the output protection management (HDCP) and security specifications of the Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD formats, allowing the playback of encrypted movie content on PCs when connected to HDCP-compliant displays) HDMI™ Capable: Yes (Requires adapter and audio cable, sold separately) NVIDIA® SLI® Support: Yes, 2-Way & 3-Way more

Open Question: For all you people who now alot about PCs is this one goood for gaming?VVV?

iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction None- iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion None- Case Lighting None- Processor [== Quad Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X4 955 Black Edition Quad-Core CPU- Processor Cooling [Free Upgrade] Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator [AMD]- Memory 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module-Corsair-Value or Major Brand Video Card ATI Radeon HD 5770 - 1GB-Single Card Video Card Brand Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA- Free Stuff [FREE] - ASUS USB-N13 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 300Mbps Wireless USB Adapter-Free with Purchase of ASUS Motherboard Free Stuff [Free Game Download] - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2-Free with Purchase of AMD Phenom II CPU + ATI Radeon HD 5000 Series Video Card Motherboard ASUS M4A77D -- AMD 770 Chipset- Motherboard Add-on None- Power Supply 700 Watt -- Power Supply-SLI Ready Primary Hard Drive 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s-Single Drive Data Hard Drive None- Optical Drive 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive-Black 2nd Optical Drive None- Flash Media Reader/Writer None- Meter Display None- Sound Card 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard- Network Card Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100)- Operating System Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + Office Starter 2010 (Includes basic versions of Word and Excel)-64-Bit Keyboard iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard-Black Mouse iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse-Black Monitor None- 2nd Monitor None- Speaker System None- Power Protection None- Headset None- MP3/MP4 Player None- Video Camera None- Warranty Standard Warranty Service-Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support IM GETTING THIS PC FOR $913 FLAT THANKS TO IBUYPOWER. AND IS THIS A GOOD VIDEO CARD? FROM 1-10. THX more

Resolved Question: How to have a TV monitor show in display settings?

I have an M17x Alienware, 280M SLI GPU. I just recently bought an HDMI cable and have tried on two different TV's to do dual monitors. I used a VGA cable before and it worked perfectly fine, both monitors (my Laptop one and my Samsung TV) showed up in Windows Vista's Display settings as - accordingly so - Display 1 & Display 2. But this was with VGA, now that I'm trying HDMI, I dont even have the option to select another monitor in Display Settings. I also went into NVIDIA control panel and the only option in "Set up Multiple Displays" is "Only use one display (Single)." I can, however, make my screen laptop appear on the TV monitor by changing the Display in the submenu to "Samsung" but that is the only way and when I do that, my laptop screen goes black. I want BOTH screens to work, but it seems that in both Nvidia Control Panel and Display Settings, I do not have the option to do so. Can anyone help? Yes, I do have the latest drivers. Thank you, more

Resolved Question: Low End Gaming Computer ...?

*BASE_PRICE: [+435] CAS: Apevia X-Cruiser 2 Mid-Tower Case w/ Side-Panel Window & MultiMeter Display (Black Color) CS_FAN: Extra Ball Bearing Case Fan [+3] (3 x Fans [+6]) CASUPGRADE: 12in COLD CATHODE NEON LIGHT [+10] (BLUE COLOR) CPU: AMD Athlon™II X2 250 Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology CD: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR) CD2: NONE CABLE: None FLASHMEDIA: None FREEBIE_CU1: FREE! 4GB USB 2.0 Portable Flash Drive FAN: AMD ATHLON64 CERTIFIED CPU FAN & HEATSINK FLOPPY: NONE HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD [+18] (Single Hard Drive) HDD2: None IEEE_CARD: NONE KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse MONITOR: None MONITOR2: None MOTHERBOARD: Asus M4A78LT-M LE AM3 DDR3 AMD 760G/SB710 Chipset DDR3 mATX w/ Integrated ATI Radeon 3000, 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 1 Gen2 PCIe, 1 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI MB_ADDON: None MEMORY: 2GB (1GBx2) DDR3/1333MHz Dual Channel Memory [-26] (Corsair or Major Brand) MODEM: NONE NETWORK: ONBOARD 10/100 NETWORK CARD OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium [+104] (64-bit Edition) POWERSUPPLY: 800 Watts Power Supplies [+65] (XtremeGear Gaming Power Supply - Quad SLI Ready) PRO_WIRING: Professional Wiring for All WIRINGs Inside The System Chasis with High Performance Thermal Compound on CPU [+19] PRINTER: None PRINTER_CABLE: None RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SERVICE: Standard Warranty: 1-Year Limited Warranty Plus Life-Time Technical Support SPEAKERS: 600Watts PMPO Subwoofer Stereo Speakers SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO TEMP: NONE (AS SHOWN) TVRC: None USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBHD: None USBFLASH: None USBX: None VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GT 220 1GB 16X PCI Express [+30] VIDEO2: None VC_PHYSX: NONE WNC: NONE _PRICE: (+664) _view_: fi The final price with shipping comes out to 695.80. I am not looking for the best gaming computer because I am a casual gamer, mostly settling for free games and other low end games like counter strike and WoW. I understand that it is hard to make a computer for cheap, but this is the cheapest I came up with for a gaming computer. Do you think this is good ? Is there any computer cheaper that I can spec out ? Lastly, what are the highest requirements of games that this computer can play ? I also am looking at laptops because this is going to be for college, but I think it is a better bet to go with a desktop since laptops are so expensive. Budget is preferably less than 700, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.Thanks, I still am looking for more answers, but yeah I do not mind building. If I am allowed to, if there is a list of things you can tell me that comes out to less than 700 with shipping and everything included, go for it. Im looking for the best possible gaming computer for that money amount. Thanks. more

Resolved Question: What computer is better?

24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR) #Thermaltake V3 Black Mid-Tower Case # CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 #Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) #Vigor iSURF II Hard Disk Drive Cooling System #500GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive - Free upgrade to 1TB HDD) # KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard # MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse # (3-Way SLI Support) EVGA X58 SLI LE Intel X58 Chipset SLI/CrossFireX Mainboard Triple-Channel DDR3/1600 SATA RAID w/ GbLAN,USB2.0,Dual IEEE1394&7.1Audio # MEMORY: 12GB (2GBx6) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory (Corsair or Major Brand) # MULTIVIEW: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors # NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network # OVERCLOCK: Extreme OC (Extreme Overclock 20% or more) # OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) # POWERSUPPLY: 500 Watts - Standard Case Power Supply # SFree Microsoft® Office® 2010 STARTER EDITION (Reduced-Functionality versions of Word and Excel that include advertising) # SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT # SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO # SPEAKERS: 120 Watt Stereo Speakers (Black Color) Mega Infinity 6000 Lightning # USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports # VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GT 1GB 16X PCI Express (EVGA Powered by NVIDIA # VIDEO2: None# WNC: PCI Wireless 802.11g 54Mbps Network Interface Card or... HP - Elite Desktop # Intel® Core™ i7-930 processor Features a 1MB L2 cache + 8MB shared L3 cache and 2.8GHz processor speed. # Intel® Core i7 processor Features 8-way processing for ultimate smart performance. Intel® Turbo Boost Technology automatically speeds up your processor when your PC needs extra performance. # 8GB PC3-8500 DDR3 SDRAM For multitasking power, expandable to 24GB. # Blu-ray Disc-enabled DVD±RW/CD-RW drive Features read support for Blu-ray Disc. Double-layer support using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media. Supports DVD-RAM and LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media. # 1TB Serial ATA hard drive Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times. # ATI Radeon HD 5570 graphics Features 1GB of video memory for lush images. High-definition audio support with up to 7.1-channel surround sound capability. HDMI port for flexible connectivity options. # 15-in-1 media reader Supports SmartMedia, xD-Picture Card, MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital, miniSD, CompactFlash I, CompactFlash II, Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo formats. # Also supports Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCard mobile and MultiMediaCard Plus formats. # IEEE 1394 (FireWire) interface and 7 high-speed USB 2.0 ports For fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity. # Built-in wireless LAN (802.11a/b/g/n) Connect to the Internet without wires. # Built-in 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet LAN For quick and easy wired Web connection. # Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more. # Software package included With HP MediaSmart Software Suite, Cyberlink DVD Suite Premium, Microsoft Works 9.0 and more. more

Resolved Question: New "first time" build ... which CPU would YOU pick?

Hello, I've been planning a "first-time" computer build for a few months now, and can't seem to decide on a CPU. I'm leaning towards the Intel i5-661 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115217&Tpk=i5%20661) "hyper-threaded dual core" because with its onboard GPU, I wouldn't need a separate video card (for what I do). The i3-530 sounds too wimpy, and the i7-860 sounds like WAY more power than I need ... haven't really studied AMD options. So, by MY calculations, I need the CPU, MOBO, RAM (4GB, presumably) and a HARD DRIVE. If I DON'T go for the onboard GPU of the i5-661, then I need a videocard along the lines of the ATI 5450 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127479&cm_re=ati_5450-_-14-127-479-_-Product). As for a HARD DRIVE, I've been reading good things about the Seagate Barracuda 1TB 7200.12. At least a 750GB WD Caviar Black, I think ... your thoughts? APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: about two weeks from now BUDGET RANGE: $500 to $600 or so (if under, then GREAT!), exluding parts already bought (listed below) [originally $1,000] SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: surfing the internet, watching movies, streaming movies from Netflix, ripping/burning CDs and DVDs ... that's all I do NOW. Eventually I might want to try some DJ/remixing software to manipulate MP3s. I don't play games, but being able to try some simple games (nothing more than "The Sims" level) might be nice PARTS NOT REQUIRED (New, recently purchased): MONITOR: (Existing 32" LCD Monitor/HDTV) CASE: CM 690 II Advanced http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119216 POWER SUPPLY: Corsair HX650W Modular http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139012&Tpk=corsair%20hx650w OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit (OEM) OPTICAL DRIVES: Samsung SH-B083L (Blu-Ray) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151199&Tpk=samsung%20sh-b083l Samsung SH-S223L (DVD-R) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151188 TOTAL FOR PARTS NOT REQUIRED = $405 PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: Frys.com (http://www.frys.com/template/index/) (there's a Fry's superstore about 25 miles from where I live, and I thought about paying them the $10 they charge to assemble the CPU/MOBO/RAM to make sure it's all operational before you leave the store). Otherwise, http://www.newegg.com/ or http://www.tigerdirect.com/ PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel CPU (but I'm open to suggestions) OVERCLOCKING: No SLI OR CROSSFIRE: No MONITOR RESOLUTION: N/A ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Without spending a fortune, I would like this computer to still be viable (for ME and my basic functions) five years down the road. more

Resolved Question: Can you help me configure this PC? Is it a good brand?

I am trying to configure my own PC but I don't exactly know what I'm doing. The only thing I know I want is the CPU and Graphics Card....I think those ones are good for gaming. But can you tell me after review if this all seems good to you and if I should change or add anything? Also, is it a good brand? I never heard of it. I want a good gaming PC for Sims 3 and Halo for my sister to play. I also want something that can hold several thousand pictures because I am big into Photography and put about 1000 or more photos into the PC a month. CaseNZXT Alpha Gaming Case-Black iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise ReductionBasic - iBUYPOWER Harmony SRS Sound Reduction System-Reduce System Noise iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal ExpansionNone- Case LightingNone- ProcessorIntel® Core™ i5 750 Processor (4x 2.66GHz/8MB L3 Cache)- iBUYPOWER PowerDriveNone- Processor CoolingAsetek 550LC Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator (Intel)- Memory8 GB [2 GB X4] DDR3-1333 Memory Module-Corsair or Major Brand Video CardNVIDIA GeForce GTX 465 - 1GB-SLI Mode (Dual Cards) Video Card BrandMajor Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA- MotherboardMSI P55M-SD40- Motherboard Add-onNone- Power Supply800 Watt -- Power Supply-SLI Ready Primary Hard Drive1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 64M Cache, 7200 RPM, 6.0Gb/s-Single Drive Data Hard Drive500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s-Single Drive Optical Drive24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive-Pink 2nd Optical DriveNone- Flash Media Reader/Writer12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer-Black Meter DisplayNone- Sound CardCreative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio- Network CardOnboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100)- Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 7 Home Premium + Office Starter 2010 (Includes basic versions of Word and Excel)-64-Bit KeyboardiBUYPOWER USB Keyboard-Black MouseiBUYPOWER Internet Mouse-Black MonitorNone- 2nd MonitorNone- Speaker SystemiBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System- Power ProtectionNone- HeadsetNone- MP3/MP4 PlayerNone- Video CameraNone- WarrantyStandard Warranty Service-Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support Rush ServiceRush Service Fee (not shipping fee)-No Rush Service, Estimate Ship Out in 5~10 Business Days Subtotal*$1764.00 (plus tax & shipping)Mamoru, I appreciate all your advice, I really do. But I didn't ask for an opinion on my color choices. Is there some reason any other color would be better than pink? Try being a little more mature than that. It's just a color. more

Voting Question: Could this computer play warhammer online for max graphic settings? average fps?

Case ( NZXT Alpha Gaming Case - Black ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( [== Quad Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X4 955 Black Edition Quad-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( [Free Upgrade] Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator [AMD] ) Memory ( 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module - Corsair-Value or Major Brand ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 – 1GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( ASUS M4A785-M -- AMD 785G Hybrid CrossFire Chipset ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 650 Watt -- Thermaltake EVO_Blue W0307RU Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black ) Meter Display ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + Office Starter 2010 (Includes basic versions of Word and Excel) - 64-Bit ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse - Black ) Monitor ( None ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) more

Resolved Question: which is a better gaming computer?

Intel H55/H57 Core i3/i5 Configurator Case ( NZXT Alpha Gaming Case - Black ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( Intel® Core™ i3 540 Processor (2x 3.06GHz/4MB L3 Cache) ) Processor Cooling ( [Free Upgrade] Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator [SOCKET-1156] ) Memory ( 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR3-1333 Memory Module - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce 9800GT - 1GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( MSI H55M-P31 ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 650 Watt -- Thermaltake EVO_Blue W0307RU Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( None ) Meter Display ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + Office Starter 2010 (Includes basic versions of Word and Excel) - 64-Bit ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Monitor ( None ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( None ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) OR Special-B Case ( NZXT Alpha Gaming Case - Black ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( AMD Phenom™ II X2 555 Dual-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( [Free Upgrade] Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator [AMD] ) Memory ( 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module - Corsair-Value or Major Brand ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 – 1GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( ASUS M4A785-M -- AMD 785G Hybrid CrossFire Chipset ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 650 Watt -- Thermaltake EVO_Blue W0307RU Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black ) Meter Display ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + Office Starter 2010 (Includes basic versions of Word and Excel) - 64-Bit ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse - Black ) Monitor ( None ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) more

Voting Question: who can help me with gaming computer set up?

hello, this is like my billion post on this kind of stuff, but i really need to make a choice by tomorrow. SO i here are my current specs.. pentium dual core e2220 2.4 GHz (oc to 2.8 stock voltage and stick cooling and stays cool no problem playing crysis gamer settings) 4 gigs of ddr2 ram 250 wat power supply( i know it sucks ass) foxxcon napa motherboard (which dosent let me oc, or mess with settings to get higher overclocks) 9800 gt i gig edition sli ready and i use a 19 inch monitor. i was going to upgrade cpu for nearly 200 dollars, or 200 dollars with shiping and handling and tax. now am thinking instead buying all this http://www.tigerdirect.com/cgi-bin/shoppingcart.asp if the link above dosent work, here individual link to each part: ram coolers: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=543301&sku=ULT30100 cpu heat sink: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4434989&sku=C283-1202 motherboard and power supply: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5605782&sku=B69-4082 case to house the components: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1482411&sku=C283-1086 and windows 7: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5213932&sku=M17-7302 i fugure getting all that and comes out to a grand total of 324 dollars and 1 cent. instead if just trowing 220 dollars at a e8500. if i buy that stuff, i will be using my current processor and oc the hell out of it, maybe it can reach 3.4 GHz or so. I think it will since am currently running on stock cooling and stock volts and it dosent go above 50c. and i will be using my current hard drive, which is pretty fast. basicly anything that is missing on the new build" will be taken from my current pc. Now before you go off saying " save money for i5 or i7", no, i will not waste 700+ dollars on a an i5 . I plan to do that in about a year or so. maybe 1 1/2 years from now. But for now, just upgrade. keep in mind that everything am buying now, basicly will be reusable in new build, specially windows 7. since i dont have one right now, thats y am buying it, my current pc was prebuilt so am limited.exep the motherboard, which i dont mind selling for 5 dollars in one year. With my current pc, am limited to what i can do, since my motherboard bios is locked, my power supply dosent provide enough power to my cpu to overclock.( i use riva tuner to overclock) If my psu was more powerfull, i cant hit 3.0 clocks stock volts, and my motherboard dosent dupport sli. With the new motherboard, i will be able to do eighter sli, or just trow in my old 9600 gt as a dedicated phisics card. As far as dx 11 goes, i dont see any diference, besides the fact that games run better in dx 11, so a couple of frame loss wont bother me. As far as my processor bottlenecking, i can get a core 2 duo used at a local computer shop for around 50 bux, or a q9300 for 80 should i see the need for one in the future, i dont think i will if i can clock current at 3.4-3.7 GHz. LAST QUESTION, WILL ALL THE PARTS LISTED BE COMPATIBLE WITH EACHOTHER??? AM PRETY SURE THEYA ARE, but if there not please let me know...BTW to sli, does the card have to be exacly the same?? or can it be a 9800 gt but different company, i have pny, can i add evga?? or it has to be same model, same card, same everything? more

Resolved Question: Building PC: Are all these components compatible? Will the PC run Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2?

Ok, I want to be able to play Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 with this PC. Please say whether these will work together and if they will allow me to play Modern Warfare 2! =) Thanks. Also, is there a chance I could buy a cheaper graphics card (yet still play MW2 on high settings)? - as I want to save money... 1. CPU: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/AMD-Phenom-II-X2-555-Black-Edition-Callisto-Dual-Core-S-AM3-32GHz-7MB-Total-Cache-80W-Retail 2. CPU fan: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Arctic-Cooling-Freezer-7-Pro-v2-S1366-A1156-S775-AM3-AM2plus-AM2-939-Up-to-130-Watts! 3. Motherboard: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/MSI-770-G45-AMD-770-AM3-PCI-E-20-%28x16%29-DDR3-1066-1333-1600-SATA-3Gb-s-RAID-ATX 4. Video card: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/1GB-Power-Color-HD-5670-PCI-E-21-%28x16%29-4000MHz-GDDR5-GPU-775MHz-400-Cores-D-Sub-DL-DVI-I-HDMI 5. RAM: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/r3GB-%283x1GB%29-Corsair-XMS3-DDR3-PC3-10666-%281333%29-Non-ECC-Unbuffered-CAS-9-9-9-24-150V 6. Power Supply: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/530W-Be-Quiet-PurePower-L7-CrossFire-SLi-Ready-80plusATX-23-Dual-Rail-12v-2x6plus2Pin5xSata4xMolex 7. Hard Drive: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/500Gb-Samsung-Spinpoint-F3-HD502HJ-SATA-3Gb-s-7200rpm-16Mb-Cache-8ms-OEM 8. Case: http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Antec-300-Three-Hundred-Black-Midi-Tower-Ultimate-Gaming-Case-w-o-PSU 9. Moniter: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dell-IN1910N-inch-Widescreen-Monitor/dp/B003A4H18M/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1276973622&sr=8-2-spell 10. Wifi Card: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Gigabit-Desktop-Network-Card/dp/B0006374QO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1276602338&sr=1-2 Thanks for your time! :) I would really appreciate if you could reply saying if these components work together and whether I would be able to run COD MW2 (and as I mentioned before...would i be able to play it on a cheaper graphics card yet still with high settings...costing about £60-£70). Thank you again, any advice, tips or whatever will also be very welcome! =) more

Voting Question: Is this is a good gaming computer ?

Ok i went on some site and started clicking and i built this computer because i need to buy a new computer :D BLUETOOTH: None CD: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR) CD2: 16X DVD ROM (BLACK COLOR) CAS: Raidmax Typhoon Gaming Mid-Tower Case with See-Thur Side Panel [-13] CASUPGRADE: None CS_FAN: Maximum 120MM Color Case Cooling Fans for your selected case [+15] (Blue Color) CPU: AMD Phenom™II X4 965 Black Edition Quad-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology [+50] FREEBIE_CU1: FREE Game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat FREEBIE_CU2: FREE Game: DiRT™2 FAN: Asetek 550LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Advanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) [+18] FREEGAME_VC02: FREE! (Stormrise) Game FA_HDD: None FLASHMEDIA: INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer [+10] (BLACK COLOR) FLOPPY: None HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) HDD2: None IEEE_CARD: None KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse MONITOR: None MONITOR2: None MODEM: None MULTIVIEW: Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MOTHERBOARD: MSI 770-G45 AM3 770 Chipset CrossFireX Support DDR3 Socket AM3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II, RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 1 PCIe X1, & 3 PCI MB_ADDON: None MEMORY: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1333MHz Dual Channel Memory (Corsair or Major Brand) NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) PRINTER: None PRINTER_CABLE: None POWERSUPPLY: 450 Watts Standard Case Power Supply RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SOFT1: Free Microsoft® Office® 2010 STARTER EDITION (Reduced-Functionality versions of Word and Excel that include advertising) SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPEAKERS: 120 Watt Stereo Speakers [-2] (Black Color) SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO TEMP: NZXT Sentry-2 Fan Touch Screen Fan Control & Temperature Display [+29] TVRC: None USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBX: NZXT Internal USB 6-PORT Expansion Module [+19] USBHD: None USBFLASH: None VIDEO: ATI Radeon HD 5450 1GB DDR2 16X PCIe Video Card [-54] (Major Brand Powered by ATI) VIDEO2: ATI Radeon HD 5450 1GB DDR2 16X PCIe Video Card [+63] (Major Brand Powered by ATI) VIDEO3: None VC_PHYSX: None WNC: PCI Wireless 802.11g 54Mbps Network Interface Card Now what i want to know is will this computer even work? and what settings will it run games like BorderLands, MW2, L4d2, and other current games or future games. and if it needs changes can you please say it more

Resolved Question: is this a good setup for a gaming pc?

Case: Apevia X-Dreamer 3 Mid-Tower Gaming Case w/ Side-Panel Window & Temperature Display (Black Color with Green Ring & Green LED Fan) Internal USB Extension Module: None Neon Light Upgrade: None Extra Case Fan Upgrade: Default case fans Noise Reduction Technology: None CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-750 2.66 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1156 Freebies: None Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: Extreme OC (Extreme Overclock 20% or more) [+49] Cooling Fan: Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) Motherboard: Asus P7H55 Intel H55 Express Chipset DDR3 LGA1156 ATX w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II, 1 Gen2 PCIe, 3 PCIe X1 & 3 PCI Motherboard Expansion Card: None Memory: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (A-Data Gaming Series with Heat Spreader) Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 5670 1GB GDDR5 16X PCIe Video Card [+33] (Major Brand Powered by ATI) Video Card 2: None Video Card 3: None Dedicated PHYSX Card: None Multiple Video Card Settings: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors Power Supply Upgrade: 700 Watts Power Supplies [+10] (XtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX Ready Power Supply) Hard Drive: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) Data Hard Drive: None Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None External Hard Drive (USB3.0/2.0/eSATA): None USB Flash Drive: None Optical Drive: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR) Optical Drive 2: None Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO LCD Monitor: None 2nd Monitor: None Speakers: None Network: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network Modem: None Mega Notebook/Netbook/Server Bundle: None Keyboard: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard Mouse: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse Gaming Gear: None Extra Thermal Display: None Wireless 802.11B/G Network Card: None External Wireless Network Card: None Wireless 802.11 B/G/N Access Point: None Bluetooth: None Flash Media Reader/Writer: None Video Camera: None Headset: None Printer: None Cable: None Power Protection: None Surge Protector: None IEEE1394 Card: None USB Port: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports Floppy: None Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) Media Center Remote Control & TV Tuner: None Office Suite: Free Microsoft® Office® 2010 STARTER EDITION (Reduced-Functionality versions of Word and Excel that include advertising) Ultra Care Option: None Service: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT Rush Service: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS more

Resolved Question: Rate this possible custom-built gaming computer?

TLDR list of specs: * CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 * HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) * MOTHERBOARD: (3-Way SLI Support) MSI X58 Pro-E Intel X58 Chipset SLI/CrossFire DDR3 Mainboard * MEMORY: 6GB (2GBx3) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory [+74] (Corsair or Major Brand) * SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO * VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 1GB 16X PCI Express [+16] (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) The long list of specs: # BUNDLE: None # BLUETOOTH: None # CD: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) # CD2: None # CAS: * AZZA Solano 1000 Full-Tower Advance Cooling Case w/ Dual 230mm Fan + Extra 3 Fans [+56] # CASUPGRADE: 12in (Blue Color) Cold Cathode Neon Light [+10] # CS_FAN: Maximum 120MM Case Cooling Fans for your selected case [+9] # CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 # FREEBIE_CU: FREE Game: Just Cause 2 # FAN: Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) # FA_HDD: None # FLASHMEDIA: None # FLOPPY: None # HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) # HDD2: None # IEEE_CARD: None # KEYBOARD: Logitech G19 Gaming Keyboard w/ LCD Display [+170] # MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse # MONITOR: None # MONITOR2: None # MOTHERBOARD: (3-Way SLI Support) MSI X58 Pro-E Intel X58 Chipset SLI/CrossFire DDR3 Mainboard # MB_ADDON: None # MEMORY: 6GB (2GBx3) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory [+74] (Corsair or Major Brand) # MULTIVIEW: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors # MODEM: None # NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network # OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium [+104] (64-bit Edition) # OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking # POWERSUPPLY: 450 Watts Standard Case Power Supply # PRINTER: None # PRINTER_CABLE: None # RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS # SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT # SPEAKERS: None # SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO # TEMP: None # TVRC: None # USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports # USBHD: None # USBFLASH: None # USBX: NZXT Internal USB 6-PORT Expansion Module [+19] # VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 1GB 16X PCI Express [+16] (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) # VIDEO2: None # VIDEO3: None # VC_PHYSX: None # WNC: None Final price: 1,283.00 Is that a reasonable price for the performance I'll be getting out of it? more

Resolved Question: Is $618 a good price for this custom computer?

made this on cyberpowerpc.com also will this be a good gaming computer? i play WoW and other mmorpg's. CD:LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) CD2:None CAS:Raidmax Typhoon Gaming Mid-Tower Case with See-Thur Side Panel [-40] CASUPGRADE:12in (Blue Color) Cold Cathode Neon Light [+10] CS_FAN:Default case fans CPU:AMD Athlon™II X2 255 Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology FAN:Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) FREEGAME_VC02:None FA_HDD:None FLASHMEDIA:INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer (BLACK COLOR) FLOPPY:None HDD:750GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD [+11] (Single Hard Drive) HDD2:None IEEE_CARD:None KEYBOARD:None [-4] MOUSE:None [-3] MONITOR:None MONITOR2:None MODEM:None MULTIVIEW:Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MOTHERBOARD:GigaByte GA-770T-USB3 AMD 770 Chipset Support DDR3 Ultra Durable™3 Socket AM3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB3.0, SATA-II, RAID, 1 Gen2 PCIe, 4 PCIe X1, & 2 PCI MB_ADDON:None MEMORY:4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (A-Data Gaming Series with Heat Spreader) NETWORK:Onboard Gigabit LAN Network OS:None - FORMAT HARD DRIVE ONLY PRINTER:None PRINTER_CABLE:None POWERSUPPLY:600 Watts Power Supplies (XtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX Ready Power Supply) RUSH:NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SERVICE:STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPEAKERS:None [-5] SOUND:HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO TEMP:None TVRC:None USB:Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBX:None USBHD:None USBFLASH:None VIDEO:ATI Radeon HD 5570 1GB DDR3 16X PCIe Video Card (Major Brand Powered by ATI) VIDEO2:None VIDEO3:None VC_PHYSX:None WNC:None more

Resolved Question: IS this CyberPower PC rig any good? here are the specs?

BUNDLE:None BLUETOOTH:None CD:LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) CD2:None CAS:CoolerMaster Elite 310 Mid-Tower Case with See-Thru Side Panel [-12] (Silver Color) CASUPGRADE:None CS_FAN:Default case fans CPU:Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 FREEBIE_CU:None FAN:Intel LGA1366 Certified CPU Fan & Heatsink FREEBIE_RM:None FA_HDD:None FLASHMEDIA:None FLOPPY:None HDD:500GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) HDD2:None IEEE_CARD:None KEYBOARD:Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard MOUSE:XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse MONITOR:None MONITOR2:None MULTIVIEW:Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors MOTHERBOARD:* Asus P6T SE Intel X58 Chipset CrossFireX Mainboard Triple-Channel DDR3/1600 SATA RAID w/ eSATA,GbLAN,USB2.0,IEEE1394a,&7.1Audio MB_ADDON:None MEMORY:3GB (1GBx3) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory (Corsair Dominator [+14]) MODEM:None NETWORK:Onboard Gigabit LAN Network OS:Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium [+104] (64-bit Edition) OVERCLOCK:Pro OC (Performance Overclock 10% or more) [+19] POWERSUPPLY:600 Watts Power Supplies [+26] (XtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX Ready Power Supply) PRINTER:None PRINTER_CABLE:None RUSH:NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SERVICE:STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPEAKERS:None SOUND:HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO TEMP:None TVRC:None USB:Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBHD:None USBFLASH:None USBX:None VIDEO:NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GT 1GB 16X PCI Express (EVGA Powered by NVIDIA [+5]) VIDEO2:None VIDEO3:None VC_PHYSX:None WNC:None Is everything compatible? more

Voting Question: Decent gaming computer parts list for $500-$600?

APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Next month or so BUDGET RANGE: 500-600 before Rebates SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Gaming, school, surfing PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Monitor, KB, Mouse, Speakers. PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: Tigerdirect (no CA sales tax!) COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA PARTS PREFERENCES: I prefer AMD/Radeon but I can make the switch over to Intel/Nvidia without any worry. OVERCLOCKING: Most likely yes in the futures. I will probably keep this for 5 years until getting one. SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Dual Video cards…if it's need maybe but I don't play on running no max max settings. MONITOR RESOLUTION: 1280x720 is what I run most the time ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: I just want this to run games on moderate settings (I'm not a graphics whore, I'm used to Source games). Also, I prefer to have a lil freedom in my options because I'm gonig to be showing this list to my friends who are also looking into getting a gaming PC more

Resolved Question: Is this a good gaming rig?

A desighned a rig but i want to know if everythin is compatible. And if i can increase potential somehow. Like the ram. *BASE_PRICE: [+2899] BUNDLE: None BLUETOOTH: USB Bluetooth 2.X EDR Dongle with Led Light Thumb Size [+12] CARE1: Ultra Enhanced Packaging Solution - Protect Your Dream System During Transit [+19] CARE2: CoolerMaster Thermal Fusion 400 Extreme Performance CPU - Thermal Compound Optimized for Thermal Dissipation [+10] CARE3: Professional Wiring for All WIRING Inside The System Chassis - Minimize Cable Exposure, Maximize Airflow in Your System [+19] CD: LG WH10-LS30K 10X Internal Super Multi Blu-Ray Rewriter [+98] (Black Color) CD2: Sony 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive [+32] (BLACK COLOR) CAS: NZXT Hades Gaming Case with Dual 200MM Fan and Tri-Temperature Display [-7] CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-980X Extreme Edition 3.33 GHz 12M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 CASUPGRADE: None CS_FAN: Maximum Enemax 120MM Case Cooling Fans for selected case (Maximum Silent Operation) [+29] (500-1,200 RPM White Color with White LED Twister Bearing 8-14 dBA [+16]) FREEBIE_CU: FREE Game: Just Cause 2 FAN: Asetek 550LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Advanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) [+18] FREEBIE_RM: None FA_HDD: Vigor iSURF II Hard Disk Drive Cooling System [+21] (3 x Systems [+42]) FLASHMEDIA: Ultra ULT40123 MD3 5.25" USB Multi Function Media Dashboard LCD Fan Controller (Black Color) [+28] FLOPPY: USB 1.44 MB EXTERNAL FLOPPY DRIVE [+59] HDD: 80 GB Intel X25-M 2.5 inch SATA Gaming MLC Solid State Disk (80GB x 2 (160GB Capacity) Raid 0 Extreme Performance [+263]) HDD2: 1TB SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 64MB Cache 7200RPM HDD [-30] (1TB x 4 (2TB Capacity) Raid 0+1 Extreme Performance with Data Security [+329]) IEEE_CARD: IEEE 1394 CARD AND DRIVER [+19] KEYBOARD: Logitech G19 Gaming Keyboard w/ LCD Display [+170] MOUSE: Wolfking MVP Trooper Laser Gaming Mouse with 2400 DPI and Rapid Fire Switch with FREE! Wolfking Sniper Precision Gaming Surface [+30] MONITOR: 26" Widescreen 1920x1200 ViewSonic VA2626WM LCD Display w/ Built-in Speaker, DVI, & HDMI-Input [+479] MONITOR2: None MODEM: US Robotics PCI 56K v.92 FAX Modem [+16] MULTIVIEW: Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MOTHERBOARD: * (3-Way SLI Support) GigaByte GA-X58A-UD7 Intel X58 Chipset SLI/CrossFireX Ultra Durable™3 Triple-Channel DDR3/1600 24 Phase Power ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Dobly Audio, Dual GbLAN, USB3.0, 2 x SATA-III RAID, 4 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 1 PCI [+204] MB_ADDON: Asus U3S6 True 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x SATA-II PCIe X4 Expansion Card [+29] MEMORY: 12GB (2GBx6) DDR3/1600MHz Triple Channel Memory Module [-186] (Kingston HyperX [+104]) NOISEREDUCE1: Sound Absorbing Foam on Side, Top And Bottom panels [+29] NOISEREDUCE2: Power Supply Gasket [+5] NOISEREDUCE3: Anti-Vibration Fan Mounts [+9] NETWORK: Killer™ 2100 - Gigabit Maximum Network Performance Online Gaming Network Interface Card [+139] OVERCLOCK: Extreme OC (Extreme Overclock 20% or more) [+49] OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Ultimate [+105] (64-bit Edition) PRINTER: None PRINTER_CABLE: Ultra ULT40079 500HI 16FT. 1080p HDMI Male/DVI Black/Gold Cable [+34] POWERSUPPLY: 1000 Watts Power Supplies [+49] (* CoolerMaster Silent Pro [+47]) RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SOFT1: Free 60 Days Microsoft® Office® 2007 (Words, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook + More) - Microsoft Windows OS Required SOFT2: Microsoft® Office® 2007 PROFESSIONAL Edition (includes Access, Accounting Express, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publish, & Word) + Free Upgrade to MS Office 2010 Professional when available [+299] SOFT3: McAfee Anti Virus 7 [+15] SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SOUND: Creative Labs SB X-FI Titanium Fatal1ty Champion Series PCI Express Sound Card [+199] SPEAKERS: Logitech Z313 2.1 DT speaker [+48] TEMP: None TVRC: None USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports UPS1: Ultra U12-40551 Smart 6 Outlet Surge Protector [+40] USBHD: None USBFLASH: None USBX: NZXT Internal USB 6-PORT Expansion Module + USB Bluetooth 2.X EDR Dongle with Led Light Thumb Size [+29] VIDEO: ATI Radeon HD 5970 PCI-E 16X 2GB GDDR5 Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] [+347] (Major Brand Powered by ATI) VIDEO2: None VIDEO3: None VC_PHYSX: None WNC: Zonet ZEW1642 IEEE 802.11b/g/n Draft 2.0 PCI Wireless Adapter Network Card [+29] _PRICE: (+6194) _view_: d more

Resolved Question: Gaming comp specs? Someone computer savvy plz?

Okay, I'm about to spend about $2k on a computer from iBuypower.com. I'm not a complete noob with computers, but I want to know if the specs I've chosen will allow me to play games such as WoW, MW2, L4D2, and Bioshock 2 at maximum performance. Specs are as following (I just copied and pasted so there's some random shit in there such as case coloring, lol ): Case ( Thermaltake V9 Gaming Case - Purple ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( Cold Cathode Neon Light - Blue ) Processor ( [== Six Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X6 1055T Six-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( Asetek 510LC Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator (AMD) ) Memory ( 8 GB [2 GB X4] DDR3-1333 Memory Module - Corsair XMS3 Dominator w/DHX technology ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 - 1.5GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( [CrossFire] MSI 790FX-GD70 -- AMD 790FX -- 2x Gb LAN, 4x PCI-E 2.0 x16 ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 750 Watt -- Thermaltake TR2 TRX-750M Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 1.5 TB HARD DRIVE -- 32M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Dual 1.5TB Drives (1.5TB Capacity) - RAID 1 Data Security ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black ) Meter Display ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card ) Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....) - 64-Bit ) Monitor ( None ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) Advanced Build Options ( iBUYPOWER Specialized Advanced Packaging System - Protect your investment during transportation! ) Advanced Build Options ( Tuniq TX-2 High Performance Thermal Compound - The best interface between your CPU and the heatsinks )Thank you ^^ My current computer is just utter crap and I can't even turn project textures on with WoW let alone install L4D2 and MW2, whcih I've had since Christmas and am dying! So new computer is a must and I've been saving for ages, now that I have the cash I want to be able to play with My Christmas toys! ^-^ more

Resolved Question: Custom Computer System Issues (XFX 780i Motherboard heat issues)?

Computer Specifications: Motherboard: XFX 780i Graphic Cards: XFX GeForce 9800 GTX (I have two one on the top PCI-E on the motherboard and one on the third) Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 (2.33ghz) Memory: (I have 4) 2GB OCZ SLI-Ready Dual Channel PC6400 DDR 2 800Mhz Operating System: Vista (soon Win 7) So the problem I'm having is my computer freezes (but the tower is still going) when I'm playing games and sometimes when sitting idle. First thing that comes to me is heat issue. I've fixed that by investing into a better case (Antec Nine Hundred Two) and better CPU fan (Ultra XWind 775 Socket) and did a total cable management overhaul, which dropped the temperature a bit. But heat is still an issue cause the freezes still happen (less frequent). I'm using Everest to monitor my computers idle temperatures and the readings are: Motherboard: 38'C (100'F) CPU: 40'C (104'F) CPU Core 1: 62'C (142'F) CPU Core 2: 54'C ( 129'F) CPU Core 3: 58'C (138'F) CPU Core 4: 58'C (138'F) SPP: 55'C (131'F) <--north bridge if I'm not mistaken? (read this is high and should be at 30'C) MCP: 67'C (153'F) <-- south bridge if I'm not mistaken? (read this is high and should be at 30'C) GPU1: 60'C (140'F) GPU2: 52'C (126'F) WDC: 29'C (84'F) <- Hard Drive WDC: 34'C (93'F) <- Hard Drive Cooling fans CPU: 1455 RPM nForce: 2364 RM (I think this is the motherboard attachment fan for the 780i on the North Bridge GPU1: 74% GPU2: 65% After looking at the readings and comparing to what people have wrong on only forums it seems that my chipset's north and south bridges are way too hot especially if the computer is sitting idle. Does anyone have suggestions on how to bring that temperature down to it's ideal 30'C range? I've read in several places that I need to check the bridge's thermal paste or perhaps the screws attaching it to the motherboard are put improperly. I've also read that replacing the tiny north bridge fan with something bigger (60mm fan) might help (cause right now when I touch the bridges they're burning hot), if so can someone give a reference to which specific products. For the south bridge because I have 2 graphics cards the first one is actually over top the south bridge (they're not touching and there's a bit of space there for air) so maybe I can put a fan there? I could move the graphics card to the 2nd slot but it'll still be partially covered when I do that (the south bridge is in between the two PCI-E 16 Slot slots. Here's a visual of the motherboard (http://www.legitreviews.com/article/616/1/). When I pieced the computer together I didn't add thermal paste to the bridges (dunno if I'm supposed to) I just fitted the pieces together and added thermal paste the processor and CPU fan. more

Resolved Question: I built my own computer ibuypower and I have questions about it.?

OK questions 1. ok can it play the newest games on max 2.do you guys have any cheaper suggestions on computers that can play the newest games on max SUMMARY: iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( Advanced - iBUYPOWER Harmony SRS Sound Reduction System ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( [== Six Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X6 1055T Six-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( XIGMATEK Dark Knight 120mm CPU Cooling Fan System - H.D.T. (Heat-pipe direct touch) technology ) Memory ( 8 GB [4 GB X2] DDR3-1600 Memory Module - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce GTX 470 - 1.2GB - SLI Mode (Dual Cards) ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Free Stuff ( [Free Game Download] - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Free with Purchase of AMD Phenom II CPU + ATI Radeon HD 5000 Series Video Card ) Free Stuff ( [Free Game Download] - S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Call of Pripyat - Free with Purchase of AMD Systems ) Motherboard ( [CrossFire] ASUS Crosshair IV Formula -- AMD 890FX -- 3x PCI-E 2.0 x16 ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 1250 Watt -- CoolerMaster Real Power Pro 1250W Power Supply - Quad SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Dual 1TB Drives (2TB Capacity) - RAID 0 High Performance ) Data Hard Drive ( 2 TB HARD DRIVE -- 32M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - [Lightscribe Technology] Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black ) Meter Display ( NZXT Sentry LX Aluminum Fan Control, Clock, and Temperature Display ) Sound Card ( Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Champion Series ) Network Card ( Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card ) Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Professional + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....) - 64-Bit ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse - Black ) Monitor ( 22" (21.5" Viewable) Widescreen LCD 1920x1080 MAG GML2226 )the price is 3,311 usdactually the six core was the best deal i had seen and i have a very good surge protector vomit also the price is 3,311 more

Voting Question: Can someone help me with my new custom built computer?

I am in the middle of building an new computer, and i've checked about 8 times (once with a friend who has built a system before) and i believe all the wires are hooked up how they are supposed to be and all hardware is put in correctly.. Yet, whenever i turn the pc on the monitor remains in sleep mode. I don't receive a beep from the BIOS and it does NOT turn itself off. I noticed in my system that my RAM requires 1.9V, but my motherboard supports 1.8V, is this the cause of the problem? or will my motherboard fix that itself, if not, does anyone know what is causing my PC to not work correctly? My system has the following: -GIGABYTE GA-M68M-S2P AM3/AM2+/AM2 NVIDIA GeForce 7025/nForce 630a chipset Micro ATX AMD Motherboard -AMD Athlon II X3 440 Rana 3.0GHz 3 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM3 95W Triple-Core Desktop Processor -EVGA 512-P3-N987-TR GeForce 9800 GT HDMI 512MB 256-bit DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card -Rosewill Green Series RG530-S12 530W Power Supply Unit -Western Digital Caviar Black WD6401AALS 640GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -WINTEC AMPX 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model 3AXT6400C5-4096K -LITE-ON 24X DVD Writer Black SATA Model iHAS424-98 LightScribe Support more

Voting Question: Is this computer build compatible (gaming style)?

I am checking to see if this high performance gaming style computer build is compatible. I will be using some form of linux distro (probably either ubuntu or mint) for the main os. for a network connection, I am planning to connect to the network via ethernet cable. (By the way, If I buy this wireless router, can I use the same network I already have for my other router?). Are their any changes you would make to this build (without too many budget changes)? Are these parts compatible? And how can I find out if they are before purchasing! Thanks! NZXT Apollo ORANGE NP Orange SECC Steel Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146027 HITACHI Deskstar HD32000 IDK/7K (0S00164) 2TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822145276 Hanns·G HH201HPB Black 20" 5ms HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor 250 cd/m2 X-Contrast 15000:1(1000:1) Built-in Speakers (two of them for dual screens) http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824254046 MSI 890FXA-GD70 AM3 AMD 890FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130274 HIS IceQ H567Q1GD Radeon HD 5670 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card w/ Eyefinity http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814161334 LITE-ON Black 18X DVD-ROM 48X CD-ROM SATA DVD-ROM Drive Model iHDS118-04 - OEM http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827106276 Rosewill RV2-500 500 W ATX12V v2.2 / EPS12V SLI Ready Power Supply http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182038 StarTech PCI-Express to ExpressCard Adapter Model PEX2EC http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815158075Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Compound - OEM http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835100007 StarTech C6ASPAT14GR 14 ft. Cat 6 Gray Shielded Network Cable http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812200437 Linksys WRT54GL IEEE 802.3/3u, IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless-G Broadband Router http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124190 Patriot Gamer Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model PGS34G1600ELK http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220481 (two of them for 8gb total) Microsoft LifeCam VX-3000 USB 2.0 WebCam - OEM http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826105059 Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition Deneb 3.4GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 6MB L3 Cache Socket AM3 125W Quad-Core Processor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103727 Combo Deal Details http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.385517 Rosewill RCX-Z300 92mm Ball CPU Cooler http://www.okay, Ill put in a 640 w psu, anything else? more

Resolved Question: Ok im going to buy this computer.?

Ok im going to buy a X58 from Cyber power here's the summary # *BASE_PRICE: [+819] # BUNDLE: None # BLUETOOTH: None # CARE1: Ultra Enhanced Packaging Solution - Protect Your Dream System During Transit [+19] # CARE2: CoolerMaster Thermal Fusion 400 Extreme Performance CPU - Thermal Compound Optimized for Thermal Dissipation [+10] # CARE3: Professional Wiring for All WIRING Inside The System Chassis - Minimize Cable Exposure, Maximize Airflow in Your System [+19] # CD: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) # CD2: None # CAS: Thermaltake V3 Black Mid-Tower Case # CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-975 Extreme Edition 3.33 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1366 [+306] # CASUPGRADE: None # CS_FAN: Maximum Enemax 120MM Case Cooling Fans for selected case (Maximum Silent Operation) [+29] (1,000 RPM Black Color with No LED Enlobal Magnetic Barometric Bearing 17 dBA) # FREEBIE_CU: FREE Game: Just Cause 2 # FAN: Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) # FREEBIE_RM: None # FA_HDD: Vigor iSURF II Hard Disk Drive Cooling System [+21] (1 x System) # FLASHMEDIA: None # FLOPPY: None # HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) # HDD2: 500GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD [+59] (Single Hard Drive) # IEEE_CARD: None # KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard # MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse # MONITOR: * 24" Widescreen 1920x1080 Asus VH242H LCD w/ Built-in Speaker, DVI, & HDMI [+219] # MONITOR2: None # MODEM: None # MULTIVIEW: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors # MOTHERBOARD: (3-Way SLI Support) EVGA X58 SLI Classified Intel X58 Chipset SLI/CrossFireX DDR3 Mainboard w/GbLAN,USB2.0,IEEE1394a,&7.1Audio [+262] # MB_ADDON: Asus U3S6 True 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x SATA-II PCIe X4 Expansion Card [+29] # MEMORY: 3GB (1GBx3) DDR3/1600MHz Triple Channel Memory Module [+19] (Kingston HyperX [+24]) # NOISEREDUCE1: Sound Absorbing Foam on Side, Top And Bottom panels [+29] # NOISEREDUCE2: Power Supply Gasket [+5] # NOISEREDUCE3: Anti-Vibration Fan Mounts [+9] # NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network # OVERCLOCK: Pro OC (Performance Overclock 10% or more) [+19] # OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional [+135] (64-bit Edition) # PRINTER: HP LaserJet P1006 CB411A Printer [+119] # PRINTER_CABLE: None # POWERSUPPLY: 900 Watts Power Supplies [+148] (CoolerMaster Ultimate Circuit PSU UCP - Quad SLI Ready [-26]) # RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS # SOFT1: Free 60 Days Microsoft® Office® 2007 (Words, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook + More) - Microsoft Windows OS Required # SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT # SOUND: ESS 3D WAVETABLE SOUND PCI [+12] # SPEAKERS: 600Watts PMPO Subwoofer Stereo Speakers [+15] # TEMP: Ultra ULT40123 MD3 5.25" USB Multi Function Media Dashboard LCD Fan Controller (Black Color) [+38] # TVRC: None # USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports # UPS1: OPTI-UPS SBAH1210EXR Surge Buster Series Power Outlet Protection [+21] # USBHD: None # USBFLASH: None # USBX: None # VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 1.5GB 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] [+517] (EVGA Powered by NVIDIA [+5]) # VIDEO2: NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT 512MB 16X PCI Express [+107] (EVGA Powered by NVIDIA [+5]) # VIDEO3: None # VC_PHYSX: None # WNC: None # _PRICE: (+2993) ok im wondering if im missing any thing at all and if this is good for new games like EfLC,COD MW2,Just cause 2 ect or if i m getting ripped off sorry for the extra information just try to find the basics im really new to hardware. more

Voting Question: COMPUTER specs/ is this good?

Case ( NZXT Apollo Gaming Tower Case - Black ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( Cold Cathode Neon Light - Green ) Processor ( [== Six Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X6 1090T Black Edition Six-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( [Free Upgrade] Liquid CPU Cooling System w/ 120mm Radiator [AMD] ) Memory ( 8 GB [2 GB X4] DDR3-1600 Memory Module - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( ATI Radeon HD 5770 - 1GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Free Stuff ( [Free Game Download] - S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Call of Pripyat - Free with Purchase of AMD Systems ) Free Stuff ( [Free Game Download] - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - Free with Purchase of AMD Phenom II CPU + ATI Radeon HD 5000 Series Video Card ) Motherboard ( [CrossFire] ASUS M4A87TD EVO -- AMD 870 -- 2x PCI-E 2.0 x16 ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 700 Watt -- Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 64M Cache, 7200 RPM, 6.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Green ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Green ) Meter Display ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows 7 Professional + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....) - 64-Bit ) Additional Software ( Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Software ) Keyboard ( Logitech Deluxe Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( Microsoft Optical Intelli-Mouse 5-Button - Beige ) Monitor ( 24" (23.6" Viewable) Widescreen LCD 1920x1080 Sceptre X246W-1080P ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) Wireless Network Adapter ( LINKSYS WUSB600N 802.11n Dual-Band Wireless USB Adapter ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) Warranty ( Standard Warranty Service - Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support ) Is there anything else thats important that i should get? more

Resolved Question: Advice on desktop computer?

so basically i've been hunting down a good gaming desktop deal for the past week now and have finally found something i like. here are the specs CD: 16X DVD ROM CD2: 16X DVD ROM CS FAN: Default case fans CPU: AMD Athlon™II X2 250 Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology FAN: AMD ATHLON64 CERTIFIED CPU FAN & HEATSINK FA HDD: None FLASH MEDIA: None FLOPPY: None HDD: 500GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) HDD2: None IEEE CARD: None MULTI VIEW: Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MOTHERBOARD: Asus M4A78LT-M LE AM3 DDR3 AMD 760G/SB710 Chipset DDR3 mATX w/ Integrated ATI Radeon 3000, 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 1 Gen2 PCIe, 1 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI MB ADDON: None MEMORY: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (Kingston HyperX) NETWORK: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) POWERSUPPLY: 450 Watts Standard Case Power Supply SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SPEAKERS SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBX: None USBHD: None USBFLASH: None VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce 9500 GT 1GB 16X PCI Express [+61] (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) VIDEO2: None VIDEO3: None I primarily want to use it for gaming and productivity tasks but i know it would obviously handle producitivy easily. Could this machine handle high end games like COD MW2, Left 4 Dead etc. Another note is that it came to around $561 which in PROPER money is about £379, surely thats too good to be true? more

Voting Question: Why can't my PC run Napoleon Total War on high settings?

Looking at steam, I meet the recommended specs to play the game, yet the game on high settings is slow. My specs: Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E8400 @3.00GHz 3.01 GHz 4 GB Ram (Vista) Nvidia geforce 9500: GPU Engine Specs: CUDA Cores32 Graphics Clock (MHz)550 MHz Processor Clock (MHz)1400 MHz Texture Fill Rate (billion/sec)8.8 Memory Specs: Memory Clock (MHz)800 (GDDR3) and 500 (DDR2) Standard Memory Config256/512 MB Memory Interface Width128-bit Memory Bandwidth (GB/sec)25.6 (GDDR3) and 16.0 (DDR2) Feature Support: NVIDIA SLI®-ready 2-Way NVIDIA PureVideo® Technology HD NVIDIA PhysX™-ready NVIDIA CUDA™ Technology HybridPower™ Technology GeForce Boost Microsoft DirectX10 OpenGL2.1 Certified for Windows 7 Display Support: Maximum Digital Resolution2560x1600 Maximum VGA Resolution2048x1536 Standard Display ConnectorsDual Link DVI Single Link DVI Multi Monitor HDCP HDMI Via adapter Audio Input for HDMISPDIF Standard Graphics Card Dimensions: Height4.376 inches Length6.875 inches WidthSingle-slot Thermal and Power Specs: Maximum GPU Temperature (in C)105 C Maximum Graphics Card Power (W)50 W Minimum Recommended System Power (W)350 W If these specs don't meet the requirements to play on high, what does? more

Resolved Question: Is this over kill for a WoW computer?

Im buying a Cyberpowerpc.com computer and was wondering, am i overdoing it at all? 95% of its usage will be for WoW. here are the specs Case: Raidmax Typhoon Gaming Mid-Tower Case with See-Thur Side Panel [-21] Internal USB Extension Module: None Neon Light Upgrade: None Extra Case Fan Upgrade: Maximum 120MM Case Cooling Fans for your selected case [+9] Noise Reduction Technology: Power Supply Gasket [+5] CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-750 2.66 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1156 Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: Pro OC (Performance Overclock 10% or more) [+19] Cooling Fan: Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) Motherboard: * [CrossFireX/SLI] EVGA P55 TR Intel P55V Chipset DDR3 Socket 1156 mATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, & 2 PCIe X1 Motherboard Expansion Card: None Memory: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (A-Data Gaming Series with Heat Spreader) Freebies: None Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 1GB 16X PCI Express (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) Video Card 2: None Video Card 3: None Dedicated PHYSX Card: None Multiple Video Card Settings: Non-SLI/Non-CrossFireX Mode Supports Multiple Monitors Power Supply Upgrade: 700 Watts Power Supplies [+10] (XtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX Ready Power Supply) Hard Drive: 500GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) Freebies: None Data Hard Drive: None Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None External Hard Drive (USB3.0/2.0/eSATA): None USB Flash Drive: None Optical Drive: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) Optical Drive 2: None Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO LCD Monitor: None 2nd Monitor: None Speakers: None Network: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network Modem: None Mega Notebook/Netbook/Server Bundle: None Keyboard: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard Mouse: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse Gaming Gear: None Extra Thermal Display: None Wireless 802.11B/G Network Card: Zonet ZEW1642 IEEE 802.11b/g/n Draft 2.0 PCI Wireless Adapter Network Card [+29] External Wireless Network Card: None Wireless 802.11 B/G/N Access Point: None Bluetooth: None Flash Media Reader/Writer: INTERNAL 12in1 Flash Media Reader/Writer (BLACK COLOR) Video Camera: None Headset: None Printer: None Cable: None Power Protection: None IEEE1394 Card: None USB Port: Built-in USB 2.0 PortsWould a 600 watt PSU work just as well? And should i drop the venom 10% overclocking? more

Resolved Question: Two Radeon 5970s or Three GTX 480s?

* ASUS Rampage III Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel MB * Intel Core i7-980X 3.33GHz 12MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 130W Six-Core Desktop CPU * DDR3 12 GB (3 x 4GB) 2000 MHz Tri-Channel Kingston HyperX Memory * Areca ARC-1222X PCI-Express x8 SATA / SAS Controller Card * 4 x 160 GB 34 nm INTELX25-M MAINSTREAM SATA SOLID-STATE in RAID 0 * SILVERSTONE ST1500 1500W ATX 80 PLUS SILVER Certified Active PFC PSU * Samsung SyncMaster 305T LCD Monitor: Requires Dual Link DVI at 2560x1600. * Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise Edition. I'm using one of the four PCI-E x16 slots in x8 mode for the Areca card for the SSD RAID, as the integrated motherboard RAID controller doesn't have enough bandwidth to take full advantage of my SSDs. I'm a little worried that this adapter might affect the performance of my video cards. I should note here that I get the CPU and SSD drives for one-half to one-third of retail because I work for Intel and get them through the employee purchase program. So I'm not spending THAT much. But I do have $1500 set aside for the video cards. I'm considering two options: *TWO* ATI Radeon HD 5970 (Hemlock) 2GB 512 (256 x 2)-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Dual GPU on CrossFireX configuration or *THREE* Nvidia GeForce GTX 480 (Fermi) 1536MB 384-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card in 3-way SLI configuration The money is about the same for either option. I don't know about CrossfireX, but I have another gaming rig with Quad SLI (two GTX 295) and four GPUs do improve my overall framerates in Crysis and FarCry 2 by about 30% over just having one GTX 295 installed. Some things I've uncovered from internet research: * GeForce SLI scales better than ATI CrossFireX * The 5970 is dual GPU, so that means quad GPU vs tri GPU. * Early 5970s can cause system instability but that has been fixed in newer cards. * Some 5970s have built in water cooling, can be overclocked better, whisper quiet. But I haven't found any formal benchmarks comapring these two configurations. Just some forum discussions where the concensus is that the two setups are about equal in performance and power consumption.I ended up going with Nvidia. Why? Because as I said, I work for Intel and ATI is owned by the competition! Yeah I know that's a lame reason... more

Resolved Question: MY Gaming computer Revised Build?

Over the Past few weeks, I have been designing a gaming computer (with the help of the people here at yahoo answers) Here is the build Case NZXT Nemesis Elite Gaming Case - Black http://www.xoxide.com/nzxt-nemesis-elite-case-black.html From XOXIDE 109.99 Power: OCZ ModXStream Pro OCZ700MXSP 700W ATX12V V2.2 / EPS12V SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply compatible with core i7 $89.99 Video Card ASUS EAH5750 FORMULA/2DI/1GD5/A Radeon HD 5750 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121356 $104.99 Optical Drive Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM $26.97 CPU AMD Phenom II X4 945 Deneb 3.0GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 6MB L3 Cache Socket AM3 125W Quad-Core Processor $150.99 Flash Media Sabrent Internal 68-in-1 Multi Flash Media Card Reader - USB 2.0, Black, 3.5", Self Powered, SDHC, MicroSD Support, Vista Ready http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1871218&csid=_21 $17.99 Hard drive Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136533&cm_re=WD_black-_-22-136-533- _-Product $109.99 Headset Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=3296232&csid=_21 $52.99 Keybord Microsoft ANB-00001 Wired Keyboard 600 - USB, Black http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=4364466&sku=M17-0 025&srkey=Microsoft%20ANB-00001%20Wired%20Keyboard%20600%20-%20USB,%20Black $18.99 Mouse Logitech Gaming Mouse G500, Adjustable Tracking Sensitivity and Weight, Onboard Memory, 10 Programmable Buttons, 5700 DPI http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5214793&CatId=239 00 $69.97 Monitor Philips 221E1HSB 22" Class HD Widescreen LCD Monitor - 1080p, 1920 x 1080, 8000:1 Dynamic, 5ms, HDMI http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5268280&Sku=P109- 2205%20CA $ $174.97 Motherboard GIGABYTE GA-890FXA-UD5 AM3 AMD 890FX SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard 8-_-Product $109.99 Memory CORSAIR XMS3 DHX 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TW3X4G1333C9DHX CORSAIR XMS3 DHX 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TW3X4G1333C9DHX $179.99 Speakers Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 200-Watt 2.1 Speaker System (Silver) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SQ2P2/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s =lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000062VUO&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=10ZD6QGF9RZH 8WZQH6E1 $148.99 Windows 7 Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64BIT Operating System Software - OEM DVD, English http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5213932&CatId=462 2 $114.97 $1481.77 1. what graphics settings will this be able to run crysis on? 2.Will it be able to play games like Starcraft 2, World in conflict, EVE, and Battlefield Bad company 2 on max settings? (not at the same time) 3. any other cases that you would recommend (mainly a question for Jasuchan :)) 4.any Problems with this setup as far as you can see? thanks for all your help Jasuchan and to all the oher people the last few weeks for answering my questions about this :) Ps all the parts can be found on tigerdirect or newegg (unless stated otherwise (i think one thing comes from amazon) )i was thinking of this case Auzentech GMC R-4 Bulldozer Case http://www.xoxide.com/auzentech-gmc-bulldozer-case.htmlYou might want to spend more on your video card than you do on your case. than i need a less expensive case, so i can get a more expensive card...Other Cases i like http://www.xoxide.com/psi-cyclone-case-black.html http://www.xoxide.com/aerocool-vxe-performance-case.html http://www.xoxide.com/aerocool-aeroengine-plus-case.htmland this case http://www.xoxide.com/aspire-x-cruiser-case-silver.htmlI AM SERIOUSLY CONSEDERING THESE 2 CASES OVER ALL OTHERS http://www.xoxide.com/apevia-xcruiser2-silver-case.html AND http://www.xoxide.com/auzentech-gmc-bulldozer-case.html more

Resolved Question: WIC and SC2 Gaming computer?

I have been designing a gaming computer to build, to run crysis on max settings, the setup i have right now (i have designed not built yet) would be able to run crysis on max settings. the parts are going to cost $2000 (That I don't have) i just want to make a computer to run Games like World in conflict, Starcraft 2, battlefield 2142 and EVE all max Settings (Not at once) what can i downgrade, so it will cost less, but still be able to run these games. My Computer.... Case NZXT Nemesis Elite Gaming Case - Black http://www.xoxide.com/nzxt-nemesis-elite-case-black.html With 12in Dual Blue Cold Cathode Kit LED Logisys Jumbo Multicolor Lazer LED http://www.xoxide.com/logisys-jumbo-led-rgb.html From XOXIDE $272.96 Power: OCZ / GameXStream / 850-Watt / ATX / 120mm Fan / SATA-Ready / SLI-Ready / Active PFC / Power Supply $106.99 Video Card ASUS EAH5850 DIRECTCU/2DIS/1GD5 Radeon HD 5850 (Cypress Pro) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card w/ Eyefinity $319.9 Optical Drive Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM $26.97 CPU AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition AM3 CPU HDZ965FBGMBOX - 3.40GHz, Socket AM3, 6MB Cache, 2000MHz (4000 MT/s) FSB, Retail, Processor with $189.97 Flash Media Sabrent Internal 68-in-1 Multi Flash Media Card Reader - USB 2.0, Black, 3.5", Self Powered, SDHC, MicroSD Support, Vista Ready $17.99 Hard drive Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive $109.99 Headset Razer RZ04-00270100-R3U1 Carcharias Gaming Headset $92.99 Keybord Microsoft ANB-00001 Wired Keyboard 600 - USB, Black $18.99 Mouse Logitech - G9 - Laser Gaming Mouse $79.99 Mousepad Razer Goliathus-Fragged Omega Mouse Pad – Small $19.99 Monitor Philips 221E1HSB 22" Class HD Widescreen LCD Monitor - 1080p, 1920 x 1080, 8000:1 Dynamic, 5ms, HDMI http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5268280&Sku=P109-2205%20CA $ $174.97 Motherboard ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 Motherboard - AMD 890GX, AM3, DDR3, USB, RAID, ATX http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5770119&CatId=4296 $197.99 Memory CORSAIR XMS3 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX4GX3M2A1600C7 http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145285&cm_re=XMS3-_-20-145-285-_-Product $129.99 Speakers Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 200-Watt 2.1 Speaker System (Silver) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SQ2P2/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000062VUO&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=10ZD6QGF9RZH8WZQH6E1 $148.99 Power Protection Kensington Guardian Premium 7 Surge Protector http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4116839&csid=_21 $13.99 Webcam Sabrent SBT-WCCK Color Webcam - USB 2.0, Built-In Microphone- VISTA Ready http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1489107&Sku=M501-1134 $13.99 Windows 7 Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64BIT Operating System Software - OEM DVD, English http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5213932&CatId=4622 $114.97 $ 2052.71I am also a beta tester more

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I have made a deal with my son that if he has gotten straight a's for every report card he has had since middle school To highschool graduation, I would buy him the most hardcore gaming system. The price is unbeliably high.... but i know its worth it. Can you tell me if these specs are good? Case ( PSI CyborgX Mid Tower Gaming Case - Yellow ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( Advanced - iBUYPOWER Harmony SRS Sound Reduction System ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( [6-Port] NZXT Internal USB Expansion System + Bluetooth Module ) Case Lighting ( Cold Cathode Neon Light - Green ) Processor ( Intel® Core™ i7 980X Processor Extreme Edition (6x 3.33GHz/12MB L3 Cache) ) iBUYPOWER PowerDrive ( PowerDrive Level 2 - Up to 20% Overclocking ) Processor Cooling ( CoolerMaster V8 CPU Cooling Fan System ) Memory ( 24 GB [4 GB X6] DDR3-1600 - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( ATI Radeon HD 5970 - 2GB XFX Black Edition - CrossFire Mode (Dual Cards) ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( [3-Way SLI] EVGA X58 SLI Classified w/ 2x Gb LAN, 4x PCI-E 2.0 x16 ) Motherboard Add-on ( ASUS U3S6 True USB 3.0 & SATA 3.0 PCI-E x4 Expansion card ) Power Supply ( 1250 Watt -- CoolerMaster Real Power Pro 1250W Power Supply - Quad SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 2 TB HARD DRIVE -- 64M Cache, 7200 RPM, 6.0Gb/s - Dual 2TB Drives(2TB Capacity) - RAID 1 Data Security ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( [10X Blu-Ray] LG BLU-RAY Re-Writer, DVD±R/±RW Burner Combo Drive - Orange ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 External USB Flash Media Card Reader/Writer ) Meter Display ( NZXT Sentry LX Aluminum Fan Control, Clock, and Temperature Display ) Floppy Drive ( Mitsumi 1.44 MB Internal Floppy Drive - Orange ) Sound Card ( Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Champion Series ) Network Card ( **$99 - $20 Instant Rebate!** Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card ) Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Operating System ( Microsoft Windows Vista Business + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....) - 64-Bit ) Software/Game ( Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 ) Keyboard ( Logitech G15 Gaming Keyboard ) Mouse ( Razer Imperator 5600dpi Ergonomic 3.5G Laser Gaming Mouse ) Monitor ( 27" Widescreen LCD 1920x1080 Sceptre X270W-1080P - Built-in Speaker, DVI & HDMI Input ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( Logitech X-540 5.1 Surround Speakers + Subwoofer - Black ) External Hard Drives [USB 3.0/2.0/eSATA] ( None ) USB Flash Drive ( Corsair 32GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive ) Extras ( [Gaming Gear] Logitech Dual Action Gamepad ) Extras ( Sunbeamtech Lan Party Bag ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( Zowie Hammer USB Circumaural Headset - w/ USB Sound Card & Designed for Professional e-Sports ) MP3/MP4 Player ( 2GB MP3/MP4 Digital Audio/Video Player ) Video Camera ( Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 2.0MP USB Interface WebCam ) Advanced Build Options ( iBUYPOWER Specialized Advanced Packaging System - Protect your investment during transportation! ) Advanced Build Options ( Tuniq TX-2 High Performance Thermal Compound - The best interface between your CPU and the heatsinks ) Advanced Build Options ( Professional wiring for all cables inside the system tower - Achieve exceptional airflow in your chassis ) Warranty ( Standard Warranty Service - Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support ) Rush Service ( Rush Service Fee (not shipping fee) - [RUSH !!!], Ship Out in Next Business Day ) more

Resolved Question: why FPS drop randomly?

Hello I have a very nice gaming laptop here are her specs I have used vista and xp pro on this laptop currently i am useing vista SLI 2x 7950GTX 512mb video cards amd tl-60 2.3ghz 2gb ram 677mhz dual channel 2x 320gb 7200rpm sata2 strip raid 0 useing 32kb striping OK here the problem i been haveing and i been looking around for the answer so I am coming here ANY GAMES old new demanding borderland, need for speed shift and pro COD4 and so on when i frist got it with a clean install with almost nothing in it but games it will run above 30fps but some time later it will randomly drop down between 0-10 fps and then go back up a few moments later befor we start assumeing i hit a hot spot in the game or something in the backround is useing computer resorces and its a laptop so it not gonna be the best gameing machine I will have my charater stare at the ground with NOTHING to almost nothing moveing and the fps will sit at 60 and then it whould drop down to 10 or less then back up then again it will drop again and go back to 60fps it almost the same time but it seems random like ever 10 secs to 15 secs it will drop this is with my hands off the control I whould even press ESC and pause the game and it will drop to 10fps then back to 60fps some time i will force my way through a game it runs great but it annoying laggy is getting on my nerve I whould have to lower the graphic all the way down to smooth out the random lag but it still very noticeable I highly doubt it a hardware issues here what I tryed to do I disable SLI then i try useing alternate frame rending in SLI or split frame rendering in sli or single card all same issuse while i was useing XP i use profile manager and ran needed hardwares I use MSCONFIG and told it to load basic services and programs I even open a new acount with admistrater priv with NO programs in it but games my cpu% will be at 1-2 idling for 15mins straight never gone above 3% I had reinstall xp over and over and over useing raid or no raid or raid 0 at 16kb striping to 128kb striping nothing working I have speed fan monitoring my tempatures for the GPUS and cpu and my NB all cruzing at 150F underload idle 100F or less on cooler days and to top it off I even swap out video cards with another one and still the same problem I am thinking it all in the programing something is either eating resources but I am not finding it I had use a program that is like a taskmanager but it monitores EVERYTHING i mean by golly EVERYTHING input output what useing what HOW much it use and stuff and it showed that nothing but my game was useing resources and no other proccess was draining anything i found places saying if the CPU gose above 7% when a proccess try to use it I may notice a lag however the IDLE will not go above 3% search indexing will probaly causes random slow down how ever I dont beleiave i managed to shut it off on my VISTA anyone know how for sure ? how ever for XP on same machine I stop the indexing service and other related indexing and problems still continue people also say itune and quick time will scan your comp to add to the libary randomly and I need to uninstall it (wich i dont use so cant assume it them however are there other programs built into windows beside indexing causesing resoruces drain) I am thinking some registry or w/e got tweak and is causeing issues Any IDeas or places where I can be directed to ask questions or find solutions I am willing to troubleshoot provide more infos I consider myself an expert in hardware and software for computers I enjoy working with them it a hobby and a job for me this is a problem that i am haveing a hard time figgureing this problem out I am hoping someone knows the problem i may be an expert but theres a first time foreverythign Oh befor I forget I have EVERYTHING up to date I did try diffrent drivers for the video cards however I am going to try useing the orginal on the cd that came with the laptop and see if it solves it Ty for anyhelp or ANYTHINg I am truly stump been at it for a few yearsthat is nice but slight problem i didnt want to brag i have a laptop with a 20in screen it a very larged laptop and wheighs comfortly 20 pounds ok 15punds i have yet found a laptop cooler so i made my own and it works well I am leaning toward it a heat issues but it never done it befor and yea it a bummer that those cards in sli is out of date but im talking about OLD games will lag where my palm pilot can run it without lag you know what i mean Ty I will experiremnt and see if it dosnt lag if i like put it next to an aircondotioner or reinstall my older drives strickly desging for my laptop ONLY I lost my disk but I will keep trying more

Resolved Question: is this gaming computer good?

heres the setup * CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-750 2.66 GHz 8M Intel Smart Cache LGA1156 * HDD: 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Hard Drive) * MOTHERBOARD: [CrossFireX] GigaByte GA-H55M-S2H Intel H55 Chipset CrossFireX Support DDR3 LGA1156 mATX w/ Onboard Graphic, HDMI, DVI, 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, HDMI, USB2.0, SATA-II, 2 Gen2 PCIe & 2 PCI * MEMORY: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module (A-Data Gaming Series with Heat Spreader [+19]) * SOUND: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO * VIDEO: ATI Radeon HD 5570 1GB DDR3 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] (Major Brand Powered by ATI) 22inch monitor lcd Pro OC (Performance Overclock 10% or more) Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) [CrossFireX] GigaByte GA-H55M-S2H Intel H55 Chipset CrossFireX Support DDR3 LGA1156 mATX w/ Onboard Graphic, HDMI, DVI, 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, HDMI, USB2.0, SATA-II, 2 Gen2 PCIe & 2 PCI Asus U3S6 True 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x SATA-II PCIe X4 Expansion Card 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1600MHz Dual Channel Memory Module ATI Radeon HD 5570 1GB DDR3 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] 700 Watts Power SupplieXtremeGear SLI/CrossFireX 1TB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD Sony 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO 120 Watt Stereo Speakers Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse sorry if i accidentally repeat some of the stuff. i want to make a computer that will run crysis fallout 3 MW2 stuff like that i also make youtube videos and whant to render fast and capture my xbox at hogher quality plz tell me if this is a good setup and reccomend a better one it has to be $1100 or under. more

Resolved Question: Witch Video card should i use?

Wich video card should i use? i want to run crysis on max settings... Video Card POWERCOLOR PCS+ AX5850 1GBD5-PPDHG2 Radeon HD 5850 (Cypress Pro) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card $304.99 OR Video Card EVGA 012-P3-1178-TR GeForce GTX 275 CO-OP PhysX Edition 1280MB 448+192-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card $371.49 Aperently the second one is better... tell me what you think! Components my computer is made of... Case NZXT Nemesis Elite Gaming Case - Black http://www.xoxide.com/nzxt-nemesis-elite-case-black.html With 12in Dual Blue Cold Cathode Kit LED Logisys Jumbo Multicolor Lazer LED From XOXIDE---272.96 Power: Ultra LSP650 650-Watt Power Supply - ATX, SATA-Ready, SLI-Ready, 135mm Fan, Lifetime Warranty $74.97 Optical Drive Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM $26.97 CPU AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition AM3 CPU HDZ965FBGMBOX - 3.40GHz, Socket AM3, 6MB Cache, 2000MHz (4000 MT/s) FSB, Retail, Processor with $189.97 Flash media Sabrent Internal 68-in-1 Multi Flash Media Card Reader - USB 2.0, Black, 3.5", Self Powered, SDHC, MicroSD Support, Vista Ready $17.99 Hard drive Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive $109.99 Headset Razer RZ04-00270100-R3U1 Carcharias Gaming Headset $92.99 Keybord Microsoft ANB-00001 Wired Keyboard 600 - USB, Black $18.99 Mouse Logitech - G9 - Laser Gaming Mouse $79.99 Mousepad Razer Goliathus-Fragged Omega Mouse Pad – Small $19.99 Monitor Philips 221E1HSB 22" Class HD Widescreen LCD Monitor - 1080p, 1920 x 1080, 8000:1 Dynamic, 5ms, HDMI $ $174.97 Motherboard ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 Motherboard - AMD 890GX, AM3, DDR3, USB, RAID, ATX $197.99 memory CORSAIR XMS3 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX4GX3M2A1600C7 $129.99 Speakers Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 200-Watt 2.1 Speaker System (Silver) $85.99 Power Protection Kensington Guardian Premium 7 Surge Protector $13.99 Webcam Sabrent SBT-WCCK Color Webcam - USB 2.0, Built-In Microphone- VISTA Ready $13.99 Windows 7 Microsoft Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64BIT Operating System Software - OEM DVD, English $ 1931.69 more

Resolved Question: My Gaming Computer Revised?

i am buliding a gaming computer for playing games like world in conflict (and crysis) on very high or max settings. here are the parts i have pickd out so far... what do you think? Case NZXT Nemesis Elite Gaming Case - Black With 12in Dual Blue Cold Cathode Kit LED Logisys Jumbo Multicolor Lazer LED From XOXIDE---272.96 Power: Rosewill Xtreme Series RX750-S-B 750W Continuous @40°C ,80 PLUS Certified, ATX12V v2.2 & EPS12V v2.91, SLI Ready CrossFire Ready, Active PFC "Compatible with Core i7, i5" Power Supply Video Card POWERCOLOR PCS+ AX5850 1GBD5-PPDHG2 Radeon HD 5850 (Cypress Pro) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card $304.99 Optical Drive Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM $26.97 CPU AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition AM3 CPU HDZ965FBGMBOX - 3.40GHz, Socket AM3, 6MB Cache, 2000MHz (4000 MT/s) FSB, Retail, Processor with $189.97 Flash media Sabrent Internal 68-in-1 Multi Flash Media Card Reader - USB 2.0, Black, 3.5", Self Powered, SDHC, MicroSD Support, Vista Ready $17.99 Hard drive Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive $109.99 Headset Razer RZ04-00270100-R3U1 Carcharias Gaming Headset $92.99 Keybord Microsoft ANB-00001 Wired Keyboard 600 - USB, Black $18.99 Mouse Logitech - G9 - Laser Gaming Mouse $79.99 Mousepad Razer Goliathus-Fragged Omega Mouse Pad – Small $19.99 Monitor Philips 221E1HSB 22" Class HD Widescreen LCD Monitor - 1080p, 1920 x 1080, 8000:1 Dynamic, 5ms, HDMI $ $174.97 Ethernet D-Link - DFE-530TX+ - 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN Adapter $10.97 Motherboard ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 Motherboard - AMD 890GX, AM3, DDR3, USB, RAID, ATX http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5770119&CatId=4296 $197.99 memory CORSAIR XMS3 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX4GX3M2A1600C7 http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145285&cm_re=XMS3-_-20-145-285-_-Product $129.99 Speakers Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 200-Watt 2.1 Speaker System (Silver) $85.99 Power Protection Kensington Guardian Premium 7 Surge Protector $13.99 Webcam Sabrent SBT-WCCK Color Webcam - USB 2.0, Built-In Microphone- VISTA Ready $13.99 Windows 7 Microsoft Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64BIT Operating System Software - OEM DVD, English $ 114.97oh, sy, i forgot to take the network card out of it...it will not be included in my buid more

Resolved Question: my gaming computer bulid?

i decided, to build a gaming computer, im 14 and live in Canada. im going to get a job this summer, but these parts are a little expensive, i intend to run games like crysis on max settings, but i dont have $2000 here are the specs components, and the webpage to find them at... Case NZXT Nemesis Elite Gaming Case - Black http://www.xoxide.com/nzxt-nemesis-elite-case-black.html Video Card EVGA GeForce GTX 260 Core 216 Superclocked Video Card - 896MB GDDR3, PCI Express 2.0 x16, SLI Ready, (Dual Link) Dual DVI, HDTV, VGA Support http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4369730&CatId=3585 Optical Drive Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM Samsung SH-S223C DVDRW Drive - DVD+R 22X, DVD+RW 8X, DVD-RW 6X, DVD-RAM 12X, CD-R 48X, OEM CPU AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition AM3 CPU HDZ965FBGMBOX - 3.40GHz, Socket AM3, 6MB Cache, 2000MHz (4000 MT/s) FSB, Retail, Processor with Flash media PowerUp GEN-9010 Internal All-in-One Flash Card Read Hard drive Seagate 7200.11 ST31500341AS Barracuda Hard Drive - 1.5TB, 7200RPM, 32MB Cache, SATA-3G (OEM) Headset Razer RZ04-00270100-R3U1 Carcharias Gaming Headset Keybord Microsoft ANB-00001 Wired Keyboard 600 - USB, Black Mouse Logitech - G9 - Laser Gaming Mouse Mousepad Razer Goliathus-Fragged Omega Mouse Pad – Small Monitor BenQ G2412HD 24" Widescreen LCD Monitor - 2ms, 1920x1080, 40000:1 Dynamic, HDMI, VGA, DV Ethernet D-Link - DFE-530TX+ - 10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN Adapter Motherboard MSI 770-C45 Motherboard - AMD 770, Socket AM3, ATX, Audio, PCI Express 2.0, Gigabit LAN, USB 2.0, Serial ATA, RAID memory Corsair XMS3 Tri Channel 6GB PC10666 DDR3 Memory - 1333MHz, 6144MB (3 x 2048) http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4282847&CatId=4093 Power XION Power Real 1000W ATX Power Supply Sound card Asus Xonar DX PCIe 7.1 Sound Card all of the components, can be found at tigerdirect.ca Speakers Altec Lansing VS4121BLK 3-Piece Computer Speakers http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=3296569&sku=A162-2114&srkey=Altec%20Lansing%20VS4121BLK%203-Piece%20Computer%20Speakers Power Protection Kensington Guardian Premium 7 Surge Protector http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4116839&csid=_21 USB Iogear GUH285 USB Mobile HUB - 4-Port, 2.0 Hub http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/searchtools/item-Details.asp?EdpNo=4277817&sku=A225-1342&srkey=GUH285%20USB%20Mobile%20HUB%20-%204-Port,%202.0%20Hub Webcam Sabrent SBT-WCCK Color Webcam - USB 2.0, Built-In Microphone- VISTA Ready http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1489107&Sku=M501-1134 Windows 7 Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64BIT Operating System Software - OEM DVD http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5213934&CatId=4622 Fans Corsair CWCH50-1 Hydro H50 CPU Liquid Cooler - 120mm Fan, Copper Cold Plate, Aluminum Radiator, LGA775, LGA1366, LGA1156, AM2/AM3 http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5267687&CatId=1871 a few questions i have... 1. will are the parts work togeather, in the case? 2. How to you calculate how many Watts, your computer needs? 3. what parts can i downgrade, (i want the cost around $1000) but still be able to play games (Crysis) on Max settings 4.any recommendations on how i should go about making this computer, or different components that i could use... 5.fans, will my computer be cool? do i really need liquid cooling? Thankswhat about this motherbord? http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5770119&CatId=4296 more

Resolved Question: gaming computer i made?

i made this gaming computer on cyberpower, but they dont ship to canada :( here are the specs, i was thinking on building it myself, cann you tell me if all the stuff works togeather? and were i can buy the parts? BUNDLE: None BLUETOOTH: USB Bluetooth 2.0 Adapter CARE1: Ultra Enhanced Packaging Solution - Protect Your Dream System During Transit CARE2: CoolerMaster Thermal Fusion 400 Extreme Performance CPU - Thermal Compound Optimized for Thermal Dissipation CARE3: Professional Wiring for All WIRING Inside The System Chassis - Minimize Cable Exposure, Maximize Airflow in Your System CD: Lite-On IHOS 104 4X Blu-Ray Player CD2: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) CAS: SilverStone/Raven RV01B-W Black Color Full Tower Case w/ Side See-Thru Window CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M L3 Cache LGA1366 CASUPGRADE: 12in (Blue Color) Cold Cathode Neon Light CS_FAN: Maximum 120MM Color Case Cooling Fans for your selected case (Blue Color) FREEBIE_CU: FREE 8GB USB2.0 Flash Drive FAN: Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) FA_HDD: Vigor iSURF II Hard Disk Drive Cooling System [+21] (1 x System) FLASHMEDIA: Ultra ULT31803 External All-in-One USB2.0 Media Card Reader/Writer (Black Color) GEAR1: Razer Goliathus Fragged Alpha Mouse Pad - Speed HDD: Single Hard Drive (1.5TB (1.5TBx1) SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 32MB Cache 7200RPM HDD) HDD2: Single Hard Drive [+44] (250GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 8MB Cache 7200RPM HDD) HEADSET1: Razer Megalodon 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset IEEE_CARD: IEEE 1394 CARD AND DRIVER KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard MOUSE: XtremeGear Optical USB 3 Buttons Gaming Mouse MONITOR: Samsung Syncmaster 2233RZ 22" 3D Gaming LCD Monitor and NVIDIA 3D Vision Stereoscopic Glasses Bundle (Only works with NVIDIA Video Cards!) MONITOR2: None MODEM: US Robotics PCI 56K v.92 FAX Modem MULTIVIEW: Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MOTHERBOARD: GigaByte GA-EX58-UD3R Intel X58 Chipset CrossFireX/SLI Support LGA1366 DDR3 ATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II, RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, 2 PCIe X1 & 2 PCI MB_ ADDON: Asus U3S6 True 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x SATA-II PCIe X4 Expansion Card MEMORY: 6GB (2GBx3) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory (Corsair or Major Brand) NOISEREDUCE1: Sound Absorbing Foam on Side, Top And Bottom panels NOISEREDUCE2: Power Supply Gasket NOISEREDUCE3: Anti-Vibration Fan Mounts NETWORK: ADDITIONAL PCI 32 BIT 10/100 NETWORK CARD OVERCLOCK: No Overclocking ( i wil l OC myself i guess) OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Ultimate (64-bit Edition) PRINTER: None ( i have one) PRINTER_CABLE: None POWERSUPPLY: 800 Watts Power Supplies (* CyberPowerPC XF800S Performance ATX 2.0 Power - Quad SLI Ready) RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SOUND: Creative Labs SB Audigy SE SPEAKERS: Logitech (Black) X-540 70Watts 5.1 Configuration Speaker System TEMP: Thermal Temperature Color LCD Display (Black Color) TVRC: None U PS1: Ultra U12-40629 7 Outlet Surge Protector Black 6 Individual On/Off Switch [+18] USB: Ultra ULT31808 External 7-Port Buddy USB Hub USBHD: None USBFLASH: None USBX: None VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 1GB 16X PCI Express (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) VIDEO2: None VIDEO3: None VC_PHYSX: NVIDIA GeForce GT 220 1GB 16X PCI Express (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) VIDEOCAMERA1: Logitech C250 Webcam WNC: None PRICE: $2733 USD more

Voting Question: Is this a good gaming computer?

I know I put this before but this is with a different computer...sorry it's long and possibly has some useless info lol. Extra Case Fan Add-on :Maximum 120MM Color Case Cooling Fans for your selected case Noise Reduction Technology :Sound Absorbing Foam on Side, Top And Bottom panels Power Supply Upgrade :Antec TruePower Quattro, 1000W Power Supply [ PSU ]. Model: TPQ-1000 Extra Thermal Display :NZXT Sentry LX Aluminum High Performance Fan Control, Clock, & Temperature Display CPU Processor :Intel Core i7 930, LGA 1366, 2.8GHz, 64-Bit Quad-Core Vermont AI OverClock Booster :DIY !!! I know how to use the Built-in Motherboard Overclock Utility wih BIOS Setup and do it myself. Cooling Fan :Thermaltake 760i Liquid Cool [ *Regular maintainance required against coolant leakage & blockage ] System Board :GIGABYTE Intel X58, 12GB DDR3 Max, CrossFireX / SLI, RAID,1394, S/PDIF, eSATA, Audio, GbLAN, USB 3.0, SATA 3. [ GA-X58A-UD7 ] RAM Memory :12GB (6 x 2GB) DDR3 at 1800 MHz Triple Channel ( Kingston HyperX ) VGA Card :Radeon HD 5970: 2048MB [ DirectX 11 Support ] Multiple Video Card Settings :Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor Hard Drive Cooling Fan: :Hard Disk Drive Cooling System for 1 drive Hard Drive 1 :Hitachi 500GB Serial ATA-II 7200RPM w/ 16MB Buffer Multiple Hard Drive Settings :Standard Setting : Non-RAID Optical Drive 1 :22x Dual-Format/Dual-Layer DVDRW Drive Sound Card :High Definition 7.1 Digtial Surround Sound Network Card :Onboard Gigabit LAN Network Wireless 802.11B/G Network :Optional Operating System :Window 7 Home Premium - 64 Bit Edition - DVD set more

Voting Question: Help with a custom cyberpower PC.?

THIS IS FOR A GAMING RIG AND HOME USE. Okay, so I'm going to buy a CyberPower PC pretty soon. I know that building one yourself is cheaper, but they build it for you and they check it and stuff make sure its reliable, which is hard for a person to do especially if one part is defected. I know how to build my own computer, but this sounds like a better idea to me because I actually don't know how to set-up a liquid-cooled system :P. I know a bit about computers, but I'm not a genius I need some help on some stuff. I'm going to name EVERY section that I want something to be in. I don't want it going over $1,500 though. I'm going to leave out all the misc like fans and keyboards, etc. Your opinion MUST be OC certified. Here is what I'm thinking: Model: Gamer Infinity 8800 Pro (Intel i5 processor) Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-750 2.66 GHz 8M L2 Cache LGA1156 ( I want one with more Ghz but with a regular overclocking of 10% and turbo mode I don't think it's necessary) Cooling Fan: (All Venom OC Certified) Asetek 510LC Liquid Cooling System 120MM Radiator & Fan (Enhanced Cooling Performance + Extreme Silent at 20dBA) Motherboard: Default is : [CrossFireX/SLI] EVGA P55 TR Intel P55V Chipset DDR3 Socket 1156 mATX Mainboard w/ 7.1 HD Audio, GbLAN, USB2.0, SATA-II RAID, 2 Gen2 PCIe, & 2 PCIe X1] But I want to know if there is a better choice. Memory: 4GB (2GBx2) DDR3/1333MHz Dual Channel Memory, Corsair Dominator (All Venom OC Levels Certified) Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 5750 1GB GDDR5 16X PCIe Video Card [DirectX 11 Support] I also want to know if there is a better choice for this one too. Multiple Video Card Settings: Since I will only be using one monitor, Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor Power Supply: 700 Watts Power Supplies (* CoolerMaster Silent Pro) I don't think I need 750 Watts, give me your opinion. Hard Drive: 1TB (1TBx1) SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (SINGLE) If you think I should get a hard drive fan let me know so below. Optical Drive: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) Well, that's about it and the final price is $1421. That is big money. If you think that there should be improvements in my decision (and I need some help on things please read each item). Thanks in advance. Also, don't flame me about this, all I need is some help on decision making. more

Resolved Question: Is this a pretty good price for a laptop on the specs?

15.4" HD 1920x1200 Res Monitor Intel Centrino Core 2 Quad Q9000 @ 2.0GHz, 6MB Cache (will be overclocked) 4GB (2x2GB) Corsair Dominator GT RAM 2x NVIDIA GTX260M 1GB SLI (Dual Cards) 320GB 7200RPM HDD Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64Bit Cost is AUD$3200Hmmm I will have to go find a cheaper 10kRPM then. Thanks for the tip! more

Resolved Question: Created custom computer for hardcore gaming LF PPL smart in this field please!?

Created a computer on ibuypower.com and I need to know if its good enough to run future games like tera online and will it last over 2 yrs? Sorry just going to link everything in the details. Thank you for helping me out. Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Case ( NZXT Gamma Gaming Mid Tower Case - Black ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( Intel® Core™ i7 930 Processor (4x 2.8GHz/8MB L3 Cache) ) iBUYPOWER PowerDrive ( None ) Processor Cooling ( Certified CPU Fan and Heatsink ) Memory ( 6 GB [2 GB X3] DDR3-1600 Triple Memory Module - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( NVIDIA GeForce GTX 470 - 1.2GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( ASUS P6X58D Premium -- Intel X58 Chipset CrossFire and SLI Supported w/8-ch HD Audio, Triple-Channel DDR3, 2 Gb Lan, 3 PCI-E MB ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 1000 Watt -- Extreme Power Supply - [Gaming Series] Quad SLI + Active PFC ) Primary Hard Drive ( 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( None ) Meter Display ( None ) Floppy Drive ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Operating System ( None- Pre-formatted Hard Drive Only ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse - Black ) Monitor ( None ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) External Hard Drives [USB 2.0/eSATA] ( None ) USB Flash Drive ( None ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) Advanced Build Options ( Professional wiring for all cables inside the system tower - Achieve exceptional airflow in your chassis ) Advanced Build Options ( Tuniq TX-2 High Performance Thermal Compound - The best interface between your CPU and the heatsinks ) Advanced Build Options ( iBUYPOWER Specialized Advanced Packaging System - Protect your investment during transportation! ) Warranty ( Standard Warranty Service - Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Supportalright sweet :). Can't wait to get this computer soon. more

Resolved Question: would this make a good gaming computer?

these are the details: AMD Phenom II AM3 DDR3 Configurator Netbook / Notebook Bundle ( None ) Case ( iBUYPOWER CX-5B59 Gaming Tower Case - Black/Silver ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction ( None ) iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion ( None ) Case Lighting ( None ) Processor ( [== Quad Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X4 955 Black Edition Quad-Core CPU ) Processor Cooling ( Certified CPU Fan and Heatsink ) Memory ( 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR3-1600 Memory Module - Corsair or Major Brand ) Video Card ( ATI Radeon HD 5750 - 1GB - Single Card ) Video Card Brand ( Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA ) Motherboard ( Gigabyte GA-770T-USB3 -- AMD 770 Chipset w/8-ch HD Audio, Gb LAN, S-ATA Raid, USB 2.0, 1 PCI-E MB ) Motherboard Add-on ( None ) Power Supply ( 700 Watt -- Power Supply - SLI Ready ) Primary Hard Drive ( 500 GB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive ) Data Hard Drive ( None ) Optical Drive ( 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black ) 2nd Optical Drive ( None ) Flash Media Reader/Writer ( 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black ) Meter Display ( None ) Floppy Drive ( None ) Sound Card ( 3D Premium Surround Sound Onboard ) Network Card ( Onboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) ) Operating System ( None- Pre-formatted Hard Drive Only ) Keyboard ( iBUYPOWER USB Keyboard - Black ) Mouse ( iBUYPOWER Internet Mouse - Black ) Monitor ( 19" Widescreen LCD 1440x900 ) 2nd Monitor ( None ) Speaker System ( iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System ) External Hard Drives [USB 2.0/eSATA] ( None ) USB Flash Drive ( None ) Power Protection ( None ) Headset ( None ) MP3/MP4 Player ( None ) Video Camera ( None ) Warranty ( Standard Warranty Service - Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support ) Rush Service ( Rush Service Fee (not shipping fee) - No Rush Service, Estimate Ship Out in 5~10 Business Days ) I would mostly plat BFBC2 and MWF2 maybe Bioshock2 more

Resolved Question: Gaming Computer buying?

I was looking at this computer...Gamer infinity 8800 Pro SE http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/CyberPower_Gamer_Infinity_8800_Pro_SE/ would this computer, be significant to play games on high graphics settings like crysis? is this a good gaming computer? SPECS *BASE_PRICE: [+1729] BUNDLE: None BLUETOOTH: None CARE1: Ultra Enhanced Packaging Solution - Protect Your Dream System During Transit [+19] CARE2: CoolerMaster Thermal Fusion 400 Extreme Performance CPU - Thermal Compound Optimized for Thermal Dissipation [+10] CARE3: Professional Wiring for All WIRING Inside The System Chassis - Minimize Cable Exposure, Maximize Airflow in Your System [+19] CD: LG 22X DVD±/±RW + CD-R/RW Dual Layer Drive (BLACK COLOR) CD2: None CAS: Thermaltake Spedo Full Tower Case [+40] CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-930 2.80 GHz 8M L3 Cache LGA1366 [-280] CASUPGRADE: 12in (Green Color) Cold Cathode Neon Light [+10] CS_FAN: Maximum Enemax 120MM Case Cooling Fans for selected case (Maximum Silent Operation) [+29] (500-1,200 RPM White Color with White LED Twister Bearing 8-14 dBA [+16]) FREEBIE_CU: Free 1 of 3 Games - STREET FIGHTER IV, RESIDENT EVIL, or DARKVOID FAN: CyberPower Xtreme Hydro Liquid Cooling Kit 240MM w/ Dual Fan(CPU & GPU Liquid Cool Capable, Extreme Overclcking Performance + Extreme Slient at 18dBA) [+63] FREEBIE_MB: None FREEBIE_RM: None FA_HDD: Vigor iSURF II Hard Disk Drive Cooling System [+21] (1 x System) FLOPPY: None FLASHMEDIA: All-in-One External USB 2.0 Card Reader (Blue Color) [+11] GEAR1: Razer Destructor™ Precision Gaming Surface Mouse Pad [+36] HDD: Extreme Performance (RAID-0) with 4 Identical Hard Drives [+77] (1.28TB (320GBx4) SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 16MB Cache 7200RPM HDD [+12]) HDD2: Single Hard Drive [+44] (250GB SATA-II 3.0Gb/s 8MB Cache 7200RPM HDD) HEADSET1: Razer Megalodon 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset [+154] IEEE_CARD: IEEE 1394 CARD AND DRIVER [+19] KEYBOARD: Xtreme Gear (Black Color) Multimedia/Internet USB Keyboard MOUSE: Logitech MX518 Corded Optical Gaming Mouse [+41] MONITOR: Samsung Syncmaster 2233RZ 22" 3D Gaming LCD Monitor and NVIDIA 3D Vision Stereoscopic Glasses Bundle (Only works with NVIDIA Video Cards!) [+456] MONITOR2: None MODEM: None MULTIVIEW: Xtreme Performance in SLI/CrossFireX Gaming Mode Supports Single Monitor MEMORY: 6GB (2GBx3) DDR3/1333MHz Triple Channel Memory [-6] (Corsair Dominator [+46]) MOTHERBOARD: * Asus P6T SE Intel X58 Chipset CrossFireX Mainboard Triple-Channel DDR3/1600 SATA RAID w/ eSATA MB_ADDON: * Asus U3S6 True 2 x USB 3.0 & 2 x SATA-II PCIe X4 Expansion Card [+29] NOISEREDUCE1: Sound Absorbing Foam on Side, Top And Bottom panels [+29] NOISEREDUCE2: Power Supply Gasket [+5] NOISEREDUCE3: Anti-Vibration Fan Mounts [+9] NETWORK: ADDITIONAL PCI 32 BIT 10/100 Network Card + GigaByte Lightning Guardian Angel LAN Surge Protector [+30] OVERCLOCK: Pro OC (Performance Overclock 10% or more) [+19] OS: Microsoft® Windows® 7 Home Premium (64-bit Edition) PRINTER: None PRINTER_CABLE: None POWERSUPPLY: Ultra Power Supplies [+50] (750 Wattts X4 U12-40504 ATX Active PFC 80+ Bronze Fully Modular (Black Color) [+25]) RUSH: NO; READY TO SHIP IN 5~10 BUSINESS DAYS SERVICE: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT SOUND: Creative Labs SB X-Fi Xtreme Audio 24-BIT PCI Sound Card [+48] SPEAKERS: Logitech (Black) X-540 70Watts 5.1 Configuration Speaker System [+95] TEMP: Thermal Temperature Color LCD Display [+15] (Black Color) TVRC: None UPS1: (Recommended) GigaByte Lightning Guardian Angel LAN Surge Protector [+29] USB: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports USBHD: None USBX: NZXT Internal USB 6-PORT Expansion Module [+19] VIDEO: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 1.5GB 16X PCIe Video Card (DirectX 11 Support) [+73] (EVGA Powered by NVIDIA [+5]) VIDEO2: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295 1.7GB 16X PCIe Video Card [+619] (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA) VIDEO3: None VC_PHYSX: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 1GB 16X PCI Express [+129] (* EVGA Powered by NVIDIA [+5]) VIDEOCAMERA1: Logitech C250 Webcam [+39] WNC: None _PRICE: (+3838) _view_: d more

Resolved Question: Make this a good and awesome computer on cheap budget?

I'm 15 and starting a part time job soon, I love to play fps games, and I'm trying to look for a cheap and awesome gaming computer. I'm tired of playing on my very weak laptop that can barely hold 60 fps in my favorite game Combat Arms on the lowest settings. I know a lot about computer parts, but I'm still need a lot of help making my own computer. Here is a site I'm trying to customize my own computer in. Is there any way I can make it cheaper, but still have good performance? or at least a different site that has the same things for cheaper price? Site: http://www.ibuypower.com/Store/Configurators.aspx?mid=194 Here are the stats: Netbook / Notebook Bundle: None Case: iBUYPOWER CX-5B59 Gaming Tower Case Black/Silver iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise Reduction Advanced - iBUYPOWER Harmony SRS Sound Reduction System iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal Expansion: None Case Lighting: None Processor: [=== Quad Core ===] Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q8200 (4x 2.33GHz/4MB L2 Cache/1333FSB) Processor Cooling: Thermaltake MaxOrb CPU Cooling Fan System Silent & Overclocking Proof = Maximum cooling efficiency for quietness and performance Memory: 4 GB [2 GB X2] DDR2-800 PC6400 Memory Module - Corsair XMS2 Xtreme w/Heat Spreader Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 – 1GB - SLI Mode (Dual Cards) Video Card Brand: Major Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA Motherboard: [SLI] ASUS P5N-D -- NVIDIA nForce 750i Chipset w/ Raid, 2 PCI-E 2.0 x16 MB Motherboard Add-on: None Power Supply: 800 Watt -- Power Supply SLI Ready Primary Hard Drive: 1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s - Single Drive Data Hard Drive: None Optical Drive: 24X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive - Black 2nd Optical Drive: None Flash Media Reader/Writer: 12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer - Black Meter Display: None Floppy Drive: None Sound Card: Creative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio Network Card: **$99 - $20 Instant Rebate!** Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....) - 64-Bit Monitor: None 2nd Monitor: None Speaker System: iBUYPOWER 2.1 Channel Stereo Super Bass Subwoofer Speaker System External Hard Drives [USB 2.0/eSATA]: None USB Flash Drive: None Power Protection: None Headset: None MP3/MP4 Player: None Video Camera: None Warranty: Standard Warranty Service - Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support Rush Service: Rush Service Fee (not shipping fee) - No Rush Service, Estimate Ship Out in 5~10 Business Days Additional Software: Microsoft Works 9.0 (make the most of your home PC) Total: $1215 Is it possible to change a few things so that I can play the latest games on full settings without lagging? I'm tired of lagging and next thing I know I die and shooting in slow motion all the time. I'm serious when I'm playing my fps games. This is my first real gaming computer, because I'm using a cheap laptop that can barely hold together on the lowest settings I can set. I'm so tired of lagging 24/7.Thanks everyone for the info. I'll upgrade a few things you recommend, but the site doesn't have some of those options so maybe after I get the computer I'll upgrade. For the moment I think I'll get a cheaper computer for now. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883229133R&cm_re=NVIDIA_GeForce_GTS_250-_-83-229-133R-_-Product Let me know if this computer is any good. I'm going to get the $1215 computer after I get a decent computer. For now I'm looking for a more possible goal that's under $600. more

Voting Question: which is better 64 bit system or 32 bit system?

A few days ago I posted a similar question where I asked what's the advantages of using a 64 bit system over 32 bit system. I have learnt a lot. Thanks everyone ================== Today's query This year within next 3 months I will be buying a extremely high end PC. Money is not a problem. Maximum I can spend: $ 25,000 or Rs. 12 lakhs exclusive of networking, ups and other accessories. I am thinking about the Dell Precision T7500 Workstation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OPERATING SYSTEM: Genuine Windows® 7 Ultimate, with Media, 64-bit, English PROCESSORS: Quad Core Intel™ Xeon W5590 3.33GHz,8M L3,6.4GT/s,turbo MEMORY: 48GB,1333MHz,DDR3RDIMM,ECC(9DIMMS) VIDEO CARD: Dual 4.0GB NVIDIA® Quadro® FX 5800, with SLI, QUAD MON,2DP & 4DVI ADAPTORS: DisplayPort to VGA Adapter GPU COMPUTING: NVIDIA® Tesla™ C1060 Computing Processor RAID CONFIGURATION: C13 All SATA drives, RAID 10, 4 drive total configuration HARD DRIVE CONTROLLER (INTERNAL): Integrated LSI 1068e SAS/SATA 3.0Gb/s controller 4 HARD DRIVEs each being: 1.5TB SATA 3.0Gb/s, 7200 RPM Hard Drive with 16MB DataBurst Cache™ OPTICAL DRIVE: 16X DVD+/-RW w/ Cyberlink PowerDVD™ and Roxio Creator™ 3 MONITORs: Dell UltraSharp 3008WFP 30-inch Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor MEDIA READER: Internal 19:1 USB Media Card Reader SOUND CARD: SoundBlaster® X-FI XtremeMusic™ (D)w/Dolby® Digital 5.1 MODEM: Dell ™ Data/Fax PCI Modem ADDITIONAL NETWORK CARD: Broadcom NetXtreme 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet controller-PCI Express card ---------------------------------------------- I will be using the system for high end graphics, movie and audio - editing, pre & post production, mainly for commercial movie production. I use software suites from Maya, Apple, Sony, AutoCAD, Adobe and the like. I will not be number crunching. from past and present experience, most of the medium grade computer, run slow for my requirements. even my 2 Mac Pro's can't meet my productions' appetite. I keep on facing problems from shortage in RAM, Hard Disk space, and processor performance. back-up problems. I lose a lot of time and money everytime I have to scale up my system. So, I have decided to bring more efficiency, this year I will be investing so much in a system. So that I can integrate all my other systems to this one and run my production smoothly without any hitches and glitches atleast for next 5 years. -------------------------------- So, today's query is will the above system will be good for my requirements. Please suggest whichever way you can help me out. Your special attention and experts advice is wanted here. Thanks a Ton in Advance. more

Voting Question: Question on my custom gaming computer?

I was wondering if you could give me any tips or advice on anything else i might need I'm planning on having these things in my computer: Case COOLER MASTER HAF 932 AMD Limited Edition AM-932-RWN1-GP Red Steel / Plastic / Mesh bezel ATX Full Tower Computer Case Motherboard MSI 790FX-GD70 AM3 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard Graphics card HIS H587F1GDG Radeon HD 5870 (Cypress XT) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card--------(probably two of them if i can afford it later) Power supply PC Power and Cooling PPCT1200ESA 1200W ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply CPU AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition Deneb 3.4GHz Socket AM3 140W Quad-Core Processor Model HDZ965FBGIBOX RAM G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 16GB (4 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9Q-16GBRL Hard drive Western Digital Caviar Green WD20EADS 2TB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Monitor LG W3000H-Bn Black 30" 5ms Widescreen LCD Monitor Operating system Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate Full Keyboard Logitech Deluxe 250 Black USB Wired Standard Keyboard Mouse Logitech G500 10 Buttons Dual-mode Scroll Wheel USB Wired Laser Gaming Mouse and all this comes to a grand total of $4,393.88 not including shippingI was also wondering if all this would work together i see no reason why not the motherboard and CPU are compatible i thinkmight change motherboard to a ASUS M4A78T-E AM3 AMD 790GX HDMI ATX AMD MotherboardI am planning on building this myslef more

Resolved Question: upgrading my graphics card?

so im giving my mother my current computer as she is getting a new job and working from home but i would like to do a couple things for her to make her job easier so i want to install a new graphics card for 2 monitors graphics card http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=4111742&csid=_25 into my computer that i have hp pavilion a1640n http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/product?product=3245028&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&cc=us but as i was doing some research to see if it would all fit together i read that the card would need 400w for sli mode which is what she would be using for dual monitors but the current psu is 300w so i was wondering if i need a new psu what would u use? also im trying to keep the budget low on this one i was thinking if i could get a 450w that would do fine? and also i would try to get another fan or two in the comp to keep her cool any feed back would be wonderful more

Resolved Question: Any suggestions to my future i5 rig?

Cpu: Intel Core i5 750 = $200 GPU: ASUS EAH5850/2DIS/1GD5 Radeon HD 5850 1GB 256-bit DDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card - Retail=$310 MotherBoard: MSI P55M-GD45 LGA 1156 Intel P55 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail=$120 RAM: G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ - Retail=$105 Power Supply Antec EarthWatts EA650 650W Continuous Power ATX12V Ver.2.2 / EPS12V version 2.91 SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Active PFC "compatible with Core i7/Core i5" Power Supply - Retail=$80 HDD:(x2 in raid 0 configuration) Western Digital Caviar Black WD5001AALS 500GB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive=$140 Case: AZZA Solano 1000 Black/Black Japanese SECC Steel/Metal mesh in front ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail:$100 Moniter ASUS VH235T-P Black 23" 5ms Widescreen Full HD 1080p LCD Monitor 250 cd/m2 50000 :1 (ASCR) Built-in Speakers - Retail=$180 Cooling: CORSAIR Cooling Hydro Series CWCH50-1 120mm High Performance CPU Cooler - Retail=$80 Also i don't plan on doing crossfire thats why i pick that mobo and im reusing my dvd read and write drive, my mouse, and keyboard more

Resolved Question: Would this be a good computer to buy?

I want to get a new computer and I want to be able to play games like The Sims 2 and The Sims 3 and use Photoshop and video editing on some online gaming. So I'm going to try to use billmelater to get a fast computer that I can use the high settings on games on and handle whatever I need to do. Here are the specs I chose on ibuypower please let me know what you think...Any options you would add or think unnecessary? Netbook / Notebook BundleNone CaseThermaltake V9 Gaming Tower Case-Pink iBUYPOWER Labs - Noise ReductionNone iBUYPOWER Labs - Internal ExpansionNone Case LightingNone Processor[== Quad Core ==] AMD Phenom™ II X4 955 Black Edition Quad-Core CPU Processor CoolingThermaltake MaxOrb CPU Cooling Fan System-Silent & Overclocking Proof = Maximum cooling efficiency for quietness and performance Memory8 GB [2 GB X4] DDR3-1333 Memory Module-Corsair or Major Brand ** Free Upgrade to DDR3-1600 ** Video CardATI Radeon HD 5830 - 1GB-Single Card Video Card BrandMajor Brand Powered by ATI or NVIDIA MotherboardASUS M4A785TD-V EVO -- AMD 785G Hybrid CrossFire Chipset w/8-ch HD Audio, Gb LAN, S-ATA Raid, USB 2.0, 2 PCI-E MB Motherboard Add-onNone Power Supply800 Watt -- Power Supply-SLI Ready Primary Hard Drive1 TB HARD DRIVE -- 16M Cache, 7200 RPM, 3.0Gb/s-Single Drive Data Hard DriveNone Optical Drive22X Dual Format/Double Layer DVD±R/±RW + CD-R/RW Drive-Black 2nd Optical DriveNone Flash Media Reader/Writer12-In-1 Internal Flash Media Card Reader/Writer-Pink Meter DisplayNone Floppy DriveNone Sound CardCreative Labs Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio Network CardOnboard LAN Network (Gb or 10/100) Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 7 Home Premium + [Free 60-Day !!!] Microsoft Office 2007(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access ....)-64-Bit KeyboardiBUYPOWER USB Keyboard-Black MouseiBUYPOWER Internet Mouse-Black Monitor24" Widescreen LCD 1920x1080 Sceptre X246W-1080P-Built-in Speaker, DVI & HDMI Input 2nd MonitorNone Speaker SystemLogitech X-540 5.1 Surround Speakers + Subwoofer-Black External Hard Drives [USB 2.0/eSATA]None USB Flash DriveCorsair 8GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive Power ProtectionNone HeadsetLogitech Gaming Headset G330-w/ adjustable head-fit headband MP3/MP4 PlayerNone Video CameraLogitech QuickCam Pro 9000 2.0MP USB Interface WebCam WarrantyStandard Warranty Service-Standard 3-Year Limited Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support Rush ServiceRush Service Fee (not shipping fee)-No Rush Service, Estimate Ship Out in 5~10 Business Days Wireless Network AdapterLINKSYS WUSB600N 802.11n Dual-Band Wireless USB Adapter Subtotal$1,908.00 more

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