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Thanks for the response. I retested the memory in a different C2D system and, whilst it can pass all DOS-based memory tests (Memtest86+, GoldMemory), it still fails the dxdiag Direct3D tests as in the other system. I also took the time to check that both modules loaded with the correct timings...

As a relatively experienced pc builder, I've come across many problems and managed to solve most all. However, this one is proving a PITA. I built the following PC for a friend: E4300 @ stock Asus P5B 2x1GB Geil PC-4300 Asus 7600GT Silverstone ST50EF-Plus Short Cable (500W) The PC seems to...

Check out this guide. It also includes an explanation on how you can flash the video card's BIOS once you have found the settings you want to keep.

Strange - I read the manual for the Antec 900 before posting, and it clearly stated there was a power LED. However, I don't have the case, so if you do then I will have to bow to your superior knowledge :)

The Antec 900 does not come supplied with a speaker, hence no connector. If you feel you need to attach a speaker, you will need to purchase and install one (should be cheap). The case does, however, come supplied with a Reset switch, Power switch, Power LED and Hard Drive LED. The Power LED...

It seems there are extension cables available :oops: . I think this is what you need.

Ah yes - bottom-mounted PSU :ange: I have the same problem in my Silverstone TJ07 case. I managed to solve my problem by passing the cable underneath the motherboard (and rotating the PSU). You could give this a try. I don't know if any extensions are available to buy for this cable, but it...

I have fan cables and the CPU power cable running under mine without problems. There's nothing on the underside of the motherboard that is going to get too hot to cause problems.

I checked your video, and everything looks ok to go as far as I can tell (was a bit blurry, so can't say for certain). Firstly, regarding the screws. The motherboard does not come with screws - they normally come with the case. Check this pic of the package that should have come with your...

You will need to connect both the 24-pin and 4-pin connectors in order to boot your PC. The 4-pin provides additional power to the CPU and is required. I find it difficult to believe that they have attached the wrong connector onto the cable (or motherboard). Have you tried the connector in all...

I tried to use an Antec 480W with 20-pin connector on a P5B with a 7600GT graphics card, and whilst it booted to windows without problems, any slight stressing of the video card resulted in video corruption and eventually a lock/crash. Even with a 20-pin to 24-pin cable adapter, I had the same...

In order to provide an informed opinion, we would require your full system specs. I recently built a system for a friend where I installed a 7600GT graphics card, and identified some stability problems when any stress was placed upon the graphics. I eventually determined that the cause of the...

I find it difficult to believe that the case is not sold with the accessories provided. Check this review. If that supplier does not provide the required accessories, I would suggest buying from a different supplier. The screws are all pretty standard, so no problem there, but there are a...