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    [SOLVED] why is Ge Force RTX 2080 ti shutting down PC ?

    this thread belongs in GPUS.
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    Question If a Processor has only Base Frequency and no turbo, what does it mean?

    A CPU without turbo boost will run at or below its base frequency. In this case it's 3.6GHz, a respectable speed. A CPU with turbo boost can do short boosts of clock speed to increase performance. The I3-9100, the successor to the 8100, will do this turbo boosting up to 4.2GHz, a 0.8GHz...
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    [SOLVED] Value of Digital Venturis 5100

    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DIGITAL-EQUIPMENT-CORPORATION-VX51B-F2-MULTIA-PENTIUM-DESKTOP/371256091777?hash=item5670966481:g:h3kAAOSwqu9U2lLJ heres 1
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    [SOLVED] Value of Digital Venturis 5100

    I researched into other DEC brand computers from the era, and they seem to be retailing for quite a lot, some are going for $500 usd.
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    [SOLVED] Value of Digital Venturis 5100

    Hi, I recently acquired a good condition Digital Venturis 5100 (date stamp 25 Apr 96!) which I've stripped down. I plan to restore it, rebuild it and install Windows 95 on it. What would the value of this PC be when refurbished to "like new" condition? It's one of Digital's last desktop...
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    [SOLVED] Can I use a DVD instead of a CD?

    Alright, thanks helpstar for clearing that up. Can't wait to build my socket 7 system tomorrow!
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    Question MSI GeForce 2080TI Not Fitting Into Motherboard

    It looks to me like there's a clearance issue. perhaps investigate to see if that bit its hitting can be removed? I know it's not favorable but worth a shot.
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    [SOLVED] Can I use a DVD instead of a CD?

    Hi, I have an IDE DVD drive, and was wondering if I can burn the W95 OSR 2 disk image to a DVD rather than a CD. Is it just a case of the BIOS supporting DVD boot? I was able to install Windows 2000 on a laptop with a DVD prior to this, so was wondering if it should be the same. Thanks!
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    [SOLVED] How to set up m.2 ssd as the boot drive

    I've used it many times, and it's worked with no after effects all times.
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    [SOLVED] How to set up m.2 ssd as the boot drive

    These other replies are uneducated. You can use a utility called AOMEI backupper, which will copy all files on your storage device onto your M.2 SSD, which then will be plug and play as long as your boot order is set correctly. Edit: It's much easier than having to make a full backup then...
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    Question Searching for an AT Full tower PC case

    Hi, I'm looking for an AT form factor full tower case in beige, for a 90's PC build. Preferably in good condition. I'm based in Perth, Australia. I've tried emailing companies to no avail and I've scoured Gumtree as well. Do you know where I could find a case? Do any of you have a case like this...
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    [SOLVED] Is Socket 771 System Still A Capable Modded Minecraft Server

    It's worth a shot for that price. DDR2 is dirt cheap these days.
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    Question Where can I find AT PC Cases

    Haha. I'll send enquiries to those sites. Thanks!
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    Question Where can I find AT PC Cases

    Not yet but I'll try. I'll also see if the tip is open today.
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    Question Where can I find AT PC Cases

    I have no other issues now. Figured out how to get an ATX PSU to work with adapters but I'd rather use AT in the future for a more period correct experience.