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DRAM Stability - Methodology & Tools

Introduction Many users enter the world of DRAM overclocking with high expectations, especially after purchasing pre-binned kits that promise extreme speeds and tight timings. The logic seems simple: if a manufacturer rates a kit for 8000 MT/s, it sh...

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Striker Extreme maximum memory size

What is the maximum amount of non-ECC DDR2 SDRAM that can be successfully run in the four DIMM slots. There are larger sticks available now than when the Striker Extreme mobo was manufactured. For instance: Crucial CT2KIT51264AA667 4GB 667MHz (PC2 ...

slindee by Level 7
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Just want a critique for my first build

As my title says, just want some feedback on my upcomming first build, coming spring break! Its guna be for gaming and just normal use. budget: ~$1400 and depending on how far prices drop (if they do) or if I feel like dishing out more $$ I might get...

bwskillz by Level 7
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my new gaming rig advice :)

Hello guys, I recently joined this page and I saw forum... I see many experts are here so if you can give an advice what to buy next Okay , atm I have dual core amd and random gigabyte mb.I'm buying new processor and MB. I was thinking about i5 2500k...

herrtiN by Level 7
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Water cooling CPU and GPU's

This is going to be my 4th and probably last build so I'm going all out. I'll be going with one of the new Intel 6 core LGA-2011 CPU's and my thought was a pair of GTX-580 Aquas in SLI and probably the ASUS Rampage IV Extreme/BF3 mobo. Should I run...

Case advice

ok well im nearly done with my AMD build and im looking at getting a all out intel build soon but i want to liquid cool it so i can clock a little higher and get a little bit more out of it when i need to.i was wondering what case will be best for a ...

Just ordered this!! Opinions welcome.

So the Gene-Z came back in stock at newegg so I finally pulled the trigger on my first build. Tell me what you think!i5 2500kMaximus IV Gene-Z/Gen 38 GB Corsair Vengence 1600 DDR3 RAMEVGA GTX 560Ti 448 Cores Classified UltraCorsair AX850Cooler Master...

New build..Parts on the way!

This is my new build..Also my first. I am 100% noob in building. I have bought a few gaming rigs and wanted to try my own.I have already ordered this and it is on its way. Let me know what i did wrong and what i need to change please.Level 10 gtI5...

Frycook by Level 7
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EVGA SR-2 or Rampage IV Extreme

I have the urge to build a new computer but cannot decide which way to go. I am a novice but have done some reading. I would like something cutting edge that will hold it's own for a few years to come. I'm trying to decide between the EVGA SR-2 and t...

Quick questions on my build

I have a few ideas on my budget gaming rig and I would like to run my ideas over with some people that are not noobs like me. lol M5A99XEVO AMD FX6100 ANTEC 620w psu CORSAIR VENGENCE 8gb ram My question to you guys and gals is this a good setup, an...

edub404 by Level 7
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Maximus Gene-Z soldout on Newegg

Is there another realiably fast online store I can pick it up from? Amazon says it'll take two to three weeks to ship (too long!!) from, and I'm a little wary blindly buying from else where.If not I REALLY hope Newegg restocks them soon. I'm actually...