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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 15, 2012, 05:49:58 PM »

not sure how much 32 chuckleloving GB of ram costs, but you can get 32GB for only ~$300

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820144574

Or get 2 of these kits:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220638

Cheap as.

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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 15, 2012, 05:23:56 PM »

Yeah, Windows 7 preferably. Keyboard, yes. Already have a mouse.
Come to think of it, I was only thinking of the parts for the case. Could I get a list of everything I need, except a mouse?

EDIT: Actually, could you also suggest a mouse? Preferably a wired mouse and keyboard. I don't want to have to buy batteries once and a while. :P

EDIT: Also, could you possibly list an nVidia Graphics card? I'm more fond of nVidia.

OK. I'll get you a parts list ASAP.

Yeah, except I don't know what a benchmark is or what it does for a computer.
Also, I've heard that Acer is a leading monitor manufacturer; can I trust that the screen on this one will be love?

Edit: I don't know what this means. It looks bad
http://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu.php?gpu=GeForce+GT+540M

A benchmark shows the performance of certain components.
That's not a good benchmark.
Yes, Acer monitors are great.

I have a Compaq 615 and I wan't to sell it,
How much can I ask for it?

$200 to $300 if you find the right buyer and if it's in the right condition.

Mine broke while on YouTube as well. Got the new one in the mail today. Works like a charm.

Glad to help.

$15000 build please ,no typo 15-thousand dollar build. Going for a red and black theme. Monitor included.

K. Wait a sec :)

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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 14, 2012, 11:20:51 PM »

Thanks eathan, you're the best. I'm going with the one in bold, because like you said, it's marginally better [At least aesthetically for me, although the glossy finish on the back of the top is eww.
I WAS going to go with this one, but then, you know, they killed it.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230132

Edit: Will the laptop you suggested be able to play modern games at high-med graphics? [Blockland, Skyram, BF3, MW3, Minecraft, ect.]

That Asus was pretty damn equal to the bolded one.

Also, yeah. Look up some 540m benchmarks and/or videos if you want. They are pretty decent :)

-My specs-

Processor: AMD Athlon II x4 630 (came with comp)

Video Card: ATI RADEON HD 5670 1GB (upgrade)

RAM: 6GB

Overall: Meh, average computer, can run a 128x128 texture pack on Minecraft with 30 FPS.

Pretty balanced. Most people have a really crappy CPU with a high end GPU or vice versa. Yours is mid range in both ends. Good :)

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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 14, 2012, 11:15:52 PM »

Is that too much to ask?

Haha no, I was just double checking lol. And it was also a hint, need windows? keyboard? mouse? etc...

That's why I made this topic, I enjoy helping.

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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 14, 2012, 09:57:39 PM »

Alright, to hell with getting a laptop. My dad, who doesn't know much about computers, even agrees that I should get a desktop, since I can just upgrade it and replace parts when I need to. Thing is, the recommended parts going by each budget in the OP is outdated, the prices have increased. Second, I would need to buy a monitor too. How would I go about choosing one of those for my $800 budget?

You want me to get you a parts list, computer + monitor, for $800 total?

Yeah, the hard drive prices have gone up with the floods in Thailand but they are going back down soon.

Yo, found some custom dust filters for the 932. I'm probably going to order tonight.
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/11729/ffi-57/DEMCiflex_Cooler_Master_HAF_932_Magnetic_Dust_Fan_Filter_Set_-_4_Piece.html#blank

That's cool haha.

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Off Topic / Re: TP-LINK TL-WN821N refuses to find any wireless networks

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:43:37 PM »

Strange. Everything seems OK there.

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Off Topic / Re: TP-LINK TL-WN821N refuses to find any wireless networks

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:13:16 PM »

It doesn't even find the network.

Yeah, still change the network settings. Some settings might be not letting it see different network types, if you know what I mean.

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Off Topic / Re: Gliese 581 c

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:12:11 PM »

I believe I've found my home... >:D

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Off Topic / Re: What is the saddest song you've ever heard?

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:11:08 PM »

Reclamation - lamb of god

Listen to it and read the lyrics for epic crying experience

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Off Topic / Re: Asus G74

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:10:33 PM »

It's nice, but I would have thought the GPU would have been a bit better for that price and hype, lol.

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Off Topic / Re: TP-LINK TL-WN821N refuses to find any wireless networks

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:06:01 PM »

OP, have you tried going in to device manager (start > computer > right click > properties > device manager) and trying to configure your wifi adapter settings to match those of your wifi transmitter? Such as wireless type, security type, encryption type etc?

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Off Topic / Re: The Computer Megathread

« on: February 14, 2012, 04:02:12 PM »

Message to Ethan

I would just like to say that I did, In fact, purchase that VAIO that I was previously interested in, and it runs like a dream.

No lag on Blockland nor Minecraft at FULL graphics. You were wrong.

I thank you for the input, but unfortunately, was wrong.

Yeah, those games don't require a powerful GPU. You will notice the lag extremely on other games. You asked if it was a powerful gaming computer, and it isn't.

Would just like to say that you paid about 1.5 times the price that thing was worth. Good job.

Also what's the best gpu I can get with a 460w psu

6850? Round about there. Depends on the quality. A good quality 460w would be able to run something like a 6950, if it was good enough.

I'm thinking of a case swap in the next few months. I plan on getting a Corsair 650D or 600T. I currently have an HAF 932 Advanced.
Why I'm thinking is about convenience. My home collects a ton of dust, and my HAF does not have any fan filters.
Also is that the 932 is heavy and too large. Should I go with a case swap?

EDIT: Oh yeah, I have a question about the H60, why can't you use your own fans with it? The guide says to use the one that came with it.

I think the 932 is a great case, however dust will be a problem. Just make sure you get one that is big enough and with lots of dust filters, like in the PSU, in the front, and maybe in the top. If dust is that much of a problem, I would definitely go with a case swap.

I'm sure you could use your own fans, however corsair's fans are pretty decent so are ample. I'd really only swap it out for something like a noctua or something better.

Can you get me THE BEST laptop you can find for $700? If you can, thanks. Any manufacturer as long as it's good and will last a long time.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834215256
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834215281

I'd personally go for the first one. It's smaller (15.6" vs 17.3") and it's, IMO, marginally better. However they are still both really good.

Two 550ti in sli or one 570?

I'd go with a more powerful single card over SLI with lower end cards any day.

what should i paint that white computer case i got i was thinking a black/primer background with purple flames with one tips on the sides

matte black with red 3-tone flames on the side :)

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Off Topic / Re: Internets closing credit songg

« on: February 14, 2012, 03:52:52 PM »

still alive

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Off Topic / Re: What happened to Nymethus?

« on: February 13, 2012, 07:54:02 PM »

Hey guys...

I think he was gay.

OMG really?

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Off Topic / Re: New ISP get

« on: February 13, 2012, 07:38:46 PM »

An ISP with good bandwidth but slow pings isn't very good for gaming.

Yeah, Ethan, please know what you're talking about first.

forget sake. The server is 250 miles away, and it's only a ping of 30. Who knows what route it's taking. Speedtest ping =/= a good representation of a game ping.