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I am hoping this thread may produce help with a new build problem I am facing and also aid others. A search on the internet for "sound problems" related to Win 7 produced many hits, but few solutions. I just completed my first system build. While I am a novice, I have used every version of...

I am having a problem with a new Win 7 build and have tried everything I could think of without success; hoping someone has a solution. Background: I installed the OS with the HDD set to Native IDE, the system automatically loaded a driver that worked with my 50" TV and sound played just...

Corsair it is- thank you for the feedback

Down to the final decision point for a new build- use HTPC, video/photo editing. CPU=AMD X3 720, MOBO= Gigabyte 785G chipset, 4GB DDR3, blu-ray, discrete graphics may come later. Which Power Supply will offer lower noise, higher energy efficiency and reliability? User reviews inconclusive...

I am a novice, this is my first build. Main use will be HTPC (music and movies), some video and photo editing. Have configured the build, but need advise on final power supply selection and the heatsink. (My CPU came without the heatsink and fan) Also, welcome any feedback on the MOBO...

After hours of research, and lots of great input from Tom's Hardware veterans, ready to build my first system. Below is the "final" list of items. Appreciate input - good to go or any last changes needed? Use= HTPC, music, internet and some photo / video editing (Pinnacle Studio and Coral...

Thank you Proximon and zipzoomflyhigh for the advise, been leaning towards the Gigabyte as well. Quick follow up question, is it worth the extra money for the side port or is there a discrete video card that runs quiet that will provide the necessary power for my application? Should I...

Hoping someone may be familar with these two motherboards (Gigabyte MA785GPMT-UD2H and Asus M4A785TD-M EVO) and can advise regarding which board is better equipped to provide a low energy consumption, quiet HTPC solution that involves a mix of analog and digital devices. New system build using...

Value your input on my proposed build- it will be my first / hope to build for under $550. Have the CPU, buying the rest of the items this weekend. The system will be used for watching movies / internet, music, some photo editing (PhotoShop and Coral Paintshop Pro) and occassional video...

DJHS, Thank you for the feedback. I am now evaluating the possibility of a build (this will be my first build from scratch) using the AMD X3 720 or X4 810 and a mother Board with the new 785G chipset. However, using the on board graphics and without the TV tuner, it will likely be 700-750...