Recent content by wwwayne

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    Computer shuts down when playing CoD4

    How about the northbridge?
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    Nvidia GeForce 9800 GTX Review

    It might be worth seeing how it OC's. They might be putting the better of the yield in this card, and one which might well be gradually improving. That is odd that about the memory. 1 GB like some cards on the market might be a bit of overkill, but 768 would likely help that bit extra at not...
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    Which 8800GT to buy?

    Gainward has just released an 8800GT 1GB version in both overclocked and standard versions. Both have (two slot) custom cooling systems which look quite good, with the Golden Sample OC version cooler showing some heatpipes that the stock-clocked one doesn't, suggesting it is better cooled...
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    new computer case

    Antec Sonat III is getting good press. I just bought one but still need to put the system together. It's seems a well priced mid-size case that includes a pretty decent 500w PSU. I might bite my tongue once it's up and running, but at least the new build can start now.
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    Best graphics choice RIGHT now?

    If your talking long-term (relatively-speaking in terms of PC hardware), a good rule of thumb is to adopt the close-to-latest-best-new-thing, though the goalposts have moved from time to time. That is, for example only, if there's a worthwhile price drop not too long after something new hits...
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    8800GTS 512 AUS QLD prices and manufacturer opinions

    Forgot to explain (in light of the fact that you were referring to the GTS) that at this point the performance per dollar between the GT and GTS seems close to a photo finish at the current prices. I'm hoping the GT will drop a little more in price now the GTS is out. That XFX Extreme Edition...
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    8800GTS 512 AUS QLD prices and manufacturer opinions

    Scorptec down Melbourne way have at least 3 of the 512 versions for $399. Namely the XFX, Gigabyte and Gainward (XFX also the "Extreme Edition" for $425). http://www.scorptec.com.au/browse/35/461 They seem to have the overall best pricing of the places I regularly check or deal with. Doico...
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    Anyone Running 2900XT w/ 24inch Monitor?

    "I am running a 7900gs on a Dell 24" at 1920x1200 and it does well enough to play most games decently. The 2900xt is much more powerful, so I'm sure you would be fine." Exactly. Which was pretty much my earlier point about the 6600GT. I would think that gaming usage was as much implied in the...
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    Anyone Running 2900XT w/ 24inch Monitor?

    You should do alright. I'm still running a 6600GT on a new 24" monitor (which is destined for a dual-core PC I have to get around to finishing).