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    FS - ASUS NVIDIA GTX 285 Video Card 1GB DDR3

    GREAT WORKING CONDITION. Comes in original box. Model # ENGTX285 TOP/HTDI/1GD3 $90 shipped OBO Only used for a year in a well-cooled computer system. Used by a very experienced computer user. Includes the following: ASUS GTX 285 Video Card (1GB DDR3 RAM) - tested working condition...
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    Questionable Hard Drive Packaging - What to do?

    Ordered a drive from a (seemingly) reputable seller on eBay. It arrived today packaged securely inside a thick 1" bubble shell. The drive was nestled inside the shell and was not moving. This shell with the drive inside, however, was inside an ordinary thin bubble envelope. It was clearly flying...
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    Western Digital 4TB Red WD40EFRX - $140

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/WD-4TB-WD-Red-SATA-3-5-Internal-HDD-WD40EFRX/261493120971?customid=5f428f32173442da875e3cf7b71821e6&pub=5574652453&afepn=5335869999&campid=5335869999&afepn=5335869999 Have not heard of this seller but minimal risk with the eBay purchase guarantee.
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    Bioshock: Infinite - Blurred Signs and Textures?

    I have been fiddling with my settings in Bioshock Infinite. Most of the things are set to ultra (aside from post processing and shadows). Does anyone know why the signs in the game appear blurry and out of focus, but then sharpen up as I approach them? I don't think this was happening when I...
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    GPU Throttling During Movie?

    I have had my card overclocked with MSI Afterburner for some time now. I just loaded GPU-Z and noticed that my card appears to be throttling between different 2D/3D modes and power states when I watch a movie on the computer (screenshot below). Oddly, if I'm watching a video online for...
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    Issue with Radeon 6950 and Driver Updates

    Thanks in advance for any suggestions/help on how I can resolve my issue. For some time, I have been running AMD's 12.8 drivers (from August 2012). Each time I have tried to update to the latest version (most recently 13.4), my screen starts to flicker and stutter when the new drivers are...
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    Hitman Absolution - $5 (Steam)

    http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007VFHIHA An absolute no-brainer at this price!!
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    Dishonored - $30 @ Steam

    http://store.steampowered.com/app/205100/?snr=1_7_15__13
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    Bioshock Infinite - $28 ?

    http://www.gamedealdaily.com/store/product.php?product=1980 I have never bought any games from that website and am personally curious as to how reliable/safe it is. Seems suspicious that a brand new popular game would be selling for ~50% off less than a month after launch. Allegedly...
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    Bioshock Infinite - $28 ?

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    Skullcandy FMJ Earphones - $10

    Not the best earphones out there but a solid buy for $10 + tax + free shipping http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/audio/sku4160246.html#fbid=4cXNYcMhQRe
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    Dishonored - $25.50 @ GameStop

    http://www.gamestop.com/pc/games/dishonored/92145?utm_source=linkshare&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=deeplink&cid=afl_10000087&affID=77777&sourceID=lw9MynSeamY-ioXEJ8lkIra4j0mnnTItag&affID=77777&sourceID=lw9MynSeamY-ETgMmekvoDjrXYbO71DfyQ Use coupon 15FREE for an additional 15% off.
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    Dishonored Aspect Ratio

    Got Dishonored for PC and am running it on my 30" 16:10 monitor. Is the game set to a 16:9 aspect ratio which results in black bars at the top/bottom of 16:10 screens? Just want to confirm that it's not some setting that I missed and that this is the native resolution of the game.
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    Samsung 500GB SSD - $320

    Series 840 Drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147187&Tpk=N82E16820147187&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10446076&PID=1768450&SID= Coupon EMCXWVV38
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    General Budget Build

    Hi All, Looking to build a PC for ~$500. It will be primarily used for office applications, internet browsing, multimedia, and other general tasks. No gaming or strenuous usage for this system. Considering a micro ATX build to save some space. Let me know what you guys think. Thanks...
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    Question for Logitech G700 Owners

    Does your mouse rattle when shaken from side to side? Mine makes a noise as though something is loose inside (and I can also feel this when moving the mouse laterally from side to side)? Is this normal?
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    Help with 6950 Overclock

    Today I decided to switch from Sapphire Trixx to MSI Afterburner. I set the exact same overclock settings in Afterburner. However, now the card will not automatically switch to the 2D profile settings 150/250 when in low-power mode. It always runs at the overclocked settings of 850/1325...
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    WTB: Logitech G700 Mouse

    Looking to purchase a new/lightly used Logitech G700 wireless gaming mouse. May also have some PC items to trade.
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    Logitech Performance MX Mouse - $50

    http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Wireless-Performance-Mouse-Mac/dp/B002HWRJBM/ref=br_lf_m_1000840721_1_16_ttl?t=slickdeals&tag=slickdeals&ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=electronics&pf_rd_p=1405304662&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_i=1000840721&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1QFW83ESTG9574FRCG50...
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    Max Payne 3 FPS Question

    I just got the game and fraps is showing fps at 30. This is constant regardless of the settings I select. Is there some sort of "FPS unlocker" that I need to activate? I'm running the updated version 1.0.0.22 and the latest version of fraps. Thanks for the help.
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    Assassin's Creed Revelations - No 16:10 Support Again?

    I know that I'm probably very late to the party but I just launched Assassin's Creed Revelations and... black lines at the top and bottom! Did Ubisoft really not implement 16:10 support again for the last installment of AC, or is it just a problem with my graphics settings? Can someone confirm?
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    L.A. Noire Resolution

    For anyone who is playing LA Noire, Do you guys have black bars at the top/bottom when playing? I am running at 2560x1600 but can't get this thing to run native fullscreen. Is that even possible? I thought that it was fullscreen when I first installed (not the 16:9 format) although I may...
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    What is Your 6950 Overlocked To?

    I have had my 6950 running at 850/1325 and stock volts (1.1v) for some time now. Now that BF3 is out, I was somewhat tempted to try and run it at "ultra" settings. However, when I increased my overclock from 850/1325 to 875/1350, I didn't really notice an increase in fps - maybe 1 or 2 frames...
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    Need Heat Sink for Sound Card?

    I am currently using an Auzentech X-Fi Forte, which gets very hot to the touch. The X-Fi chip is almost scolding hot sometimes. For the time being, I put a fan near the card. I am wondering if I should buy some small ram sinks and put them onto the X-Fi chip with thermal tape?
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    Problem with Sound Card

    I purchased the Auzentech X-Fi Forte last year and everything was working perfectly fine. Last week I installed an SSD in my PC and reinstalled Windows. Now, for some reason unknown to me, the video card occassionally gives off a very loud continuous sound resembling a machine gun (similar to...
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    Help Decide Between 2 SSDs

    I have the option of getting the two SSDs below at the specified prices. Please advise. Intel 320 (3gb/s) - 300gb - $370 Intel 510 (6gb/s) - 120gb - $180 I am currently using an X58 system and do not plan to upgrade for another year at least (meaning no 6gb/s support for me). Does it make...
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    SFF HTPC Recommendation

    I am looking to purchase a small form factor HTPC in the next few days. This will be paired with a 60" LCD TV to watch HD content from Netflix and other online streaming content. I have read a few reviews and the majority of them seem to recommend the ASRock. I think I have narrowed it down...
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    Logitech G500 Dented Box - $35

    http://www.logitech.com/en-us/promotional-items/devices/7394?WT.mc_id=amr_affiliate_cj_us&ci=0 logi_g500_61011 ------- How good is this mouse? Is it a big upgrade from my G7? Not sure if I should jump on this deal.
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    Partition Style - MBR or GPT

    I just got a 2TB Caviar drive and W7 is asking which partition format I would like - GPT or MBR. I will only use this as a storage/data drive (no OS). I know that GPT is for drives >2TB but wanted to check if there are any other advantages to using GPT? Which should I go with? Thanks.
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    Question for Assassin's Creed Players

    Does anyone know if Assassin's Creed II (or Brotherhood) support 16:10? I played it a while ago and thought that it was completely full-screen @ 2560x1600. Now, I installed it and have black bars at the top and bottom. Any way I can get this game full screen, or is it only 16:9?
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    Bad Company 2 Constantly Crashes with 6950 - Any Ideas?

    Recently got my 6950 and unlocked the shaders. All other settings are stock. The problem: Battlefield: Bad Company 2 always crashes about 25 minutes into the game. I've tried to troubleshoot some things to narrow down what could be causing the problem: > Reflashed BIOS -- still crashes >...
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    6950 & MSI Afterburner Voltage Increase

    I'm using Afterburner to overclock my 6950. I have all of the overclocks unlocked (via config file). However, whenever I increase the voltage past 1.1v, the settings to not take effect. The program displays 1.15v, for example, but the voltage never goes past 1.1v in Furmark or games. What is...
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    6950 Running Hot at Idle?

    I just got my HIS 2GB 6950 yesterday. Installed and noticed the idle temps are higher than what I've read. Ambient temp is currently 20C. Mine is idling @ 48-49C, 25% fan. From the reviews I have read, the idle temps should be closer to ~41C. Anything to worry about here?
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    Finally Upgrading my GPU for 30"

    I recently got a 30" so it's finally time to say thanks to my GTX 285 and move onto something more powerful and capable of handling the latest games at 2560x1600. I've pretty much narrowed it down to the 2GB Radeon 6950, which I might flash to the 6970 bios. Is this the best choice in terms...
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    A Picture I Took - 2011

    Wishing a very happy new year to all of the [H]ard Forumers out there! :)
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    Logitech G15 Dented Box - $40 FS

    http://www.logitech.com/en-us/promotional-items/devices/7298&ci=0 Coupon: logi_g15_121410 Valid today only!
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    FS: 24" HP LP2475w H-IPS LCD Monitor

    What: For sale is a 24" HP LP2475w monitor in great condition. It does not come in original box but comes with power/DVI cables. It will be securely packaged with protective sheet over the screen and inside a protective ESD bag. The monitor itself will be inside the original styrofoam panel and...
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    WD 1TB Black - $60 @ BB

    http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Western+Digital+-+Caviar+Black+1TB+Internal+Serial+ATA+Hard+Drive+for+Desktops/8909595.p?PID=1768450&id=1213047091732&ref=39&loc=01&URL=http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8909595&type=product&id=1213047091732&AID=10474050&skuId=8909595&CJPID=1768450 Note...
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    About to Purchase Dell U3011

    I'm upgrading from an HP LP2475w (always wanted a 30") and am about to shell out $1450 for the Dell U3011. Is there any reason I shouldn't? Any thorough reviews out there (aside from TFTCentral)? A few nagging questions: - Is 30" away from the monitor a safe viewing distance? - Will I...
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