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Forum: Storage Feb 19, 2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By repsol23
Thank you for the clarification, I kind of...

Thank you for the clarification, I kind of figured that was the case as my online searches didn't produce anything regarding their "differences". I know that I could buy online for a cheaper price...
Forum: Storage Feb 19, 2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By repsol23
Thanks for the link, but I honestly am not one...

Thanks for the link, but I honestly am not one for mail-in rebates. For some reason I always seem to get the short end of the stick when it comes to them. Now that I think about it I never got my...
Forum: Storage Feb 19, 2013, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By repsol23
Here is the comparison link I was using thru Best...

Here is the comparison link I was using thru Best Buy.
...
Forum: Storage Feb 19, 2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 626
Posted By repsol23
Intel 520 Raid Question

I recently purchased an Intel 520 Cherryville 120 gb and I am already itching to put it in a raid 0 setup. Only thing is that my local best buy only has the Intel 520 (non cherryville) variant.
...
Forum: General Software Jan 15, 2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By repsol23
I also had tons of lag when I first got my...

I also had tons of lag when I first got my Samsung Note II. When I first got my phone I just downloaded the latest version but it lagged. I remember reading in some forum not to use latest but to...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade/Giveaway Forum Oct 31, 2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 1,844
Views: 142,999
Posted By repsol23
DS-1 case came in yesterday in one piece. Thanks...

DS-1 case came in yesterday in one piece. Thanks for all sneekypeet. Free bump for you!!
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade/Giveaway Forum Oct 24, 2012, 06:20 AM
Replies: 1,844
Views: 142,999
Posted By repsol23
Bump for great seller!!

Bump for great seller!!
Forum: General Hardware Sep 18, 2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,864
Posted By repsol23
Sounds like it is a bad plug. I had purchased a...

Sounds like it is a bad plug. I had purchased a hdmi plug while back really cheap, but it kept dropping signal. I would have to go and reconnect plug each time but sometimes it just wouldn't...
Forum: AMD / ATI Aug 16, 2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,183
Posted By repsol23
It also fixed some flickering issues I had been...

It also fixed some flickering issues I had been having with the 12.6 drivers. Anytime I would load a game like Diablo 3, my screen would flicker and tear repeatedly until the game was running. Was...
Forum: techPowerUp! Club Forum Aug 10, 2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 3,037
Views: 151,525
Posted By repsol23
^+1 My sentiments exactly!!

^+1

My sentiments exactly!!
Forum: AMD / ATI Jun 26, 2012, 11:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,684
Posted By repsol23
Well that really sucks you lost out! At least...

Well that really sucks you lost out! At least you were able to find the root of your issues. I had a similar issue recently with a cheapo hdmi that I had purchased at Walmart. I got the cheapest...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 4, 2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
I think I am pretty close to my max on this card....

I think I am pretty close to my max on this card. I could probably squeeze out a bit more by bumping up my voltages but I don't want to ruin such a good card just for bench scores. I pretty much...
Forum: General Software Mar 3, 2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 185,363
Posted By repsol23
I was able to increase my overclock on my 7970 on...

I was able to increase my overclock on my 7970 on both my core and memory. I have an updated score to post for my last run thru 3DMark11.

Repsol23|MSI 7970|1350/1775|11549|i5 2500k @ 4.9 GHz

I...
Forum: Comments & Feedback Mar 3, 2012, 12:35 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,492
Posted By repsol23
Ok. I had just downloaded what was on the first...

Ok. I had just downloaded what was on the first post. Thanks!!
Forum: Comments & Feedback Mar 3, 2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,492
Posted By repsol23
Ok, so I feel like a noob but how do I go back a...

Ok, so I feel like a noob but how do I go back a page when I have clicked onto a forum. Everytime I hit my usual back button it kicks me back to the choice of forums, review, etc.. This is on a...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 08:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
Wow!! It seems that every time I try to run...

Wow!! It seems that every time I try to run 3dmark11 with higher clocks on mem it errors out on the last test. I even tried just 1400 Mhz and it crapped out. Tonight I was gonna scale back my core...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
The bug I had was room temp and below because...

The bug I had was room temp and below because anything ~30C and below became an issue. My card was an MSI so I don't think it is limited to brand but I also think it could have just been a bum card....
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
True, I didn't consider that! In your...

True, I didn't consider that! In your experience, would the vrm's also see cold temps or are they far enough away from the core that they don't really get that cold. Also, there is a small piece...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
I am not sure why I was having issues either. I...

I am not sure why I was having issues either. I scoured the net but didn't find anyone with the same issues as myself, but I thought it may have been limited to my card or the components on the card...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
I know what you mean about pushing the card. I...

I know what you mean about pushing the card. I was running mine at 1200/1375 at stock volts and was hitting temps ~85C before I got the block. This would be after about 4 - 5 hours of playing...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
Wow, I wasn't aware of that issue. I don't...

Wow, I wasn't aware of that issue. I don't actually cool them directly, but I blow cool air into my computer case. This helps keep my other components cool while helping me to keep my fluid temps...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
Well, my 6970 had issues with the driver...

Well, my 6970 had issues with the driver constantly crashing when I got anywhere near 30C. Which was really frustrating cause even without my chiller on I can run temps at start up below or near...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 05:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
Well my chiller is made from a old window ac unit...

Well my chiller is made from a old window ac unit that I recycled. I took it apart and placed it underneath the crawlspace of our home so I don't have to deal with the noise. Also, my method of...
Forum: AMD / ATI Mar 2, 2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,586
Posted By repsol23
Chilled 7970

Just wanted to chime in with some of my recent results on my MSI 7970. I posted around a month ago about a ton of issues I was having with my MSI 6970 with regards to running cold temps. Well, all...
Forum: Comments & Feedback Mar 1, 2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,492
Posted By repsol23
Just downloaded it and installed. Seems to be...

Just downloaded it and installed. Seems to be working perfectly fine on my Bionic. Thanks for all the hard work!!
Forum: General Software Feb 29, 2012, 05:09 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 185,363
Posted By repsol23
Finally got my koolance block in today and was...

Finally got my koolance block in today and was able to reach a higher overclock. I was able to hit 1300 Mhz on the core with 1.25 V. My last card with was a msi 6970 gave me all kinds of fits with...
Forum: General Software Feb 27, 2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 185,363
Posted By repsol23
Could you please add me to the list. Here is my...

Could you please add me to the list. Here is my info:

Repsol23|MSI 7970|1250/1375|10657|i5 2500k @ 4.7 GHz

Thanks
Forum: Graphics Cards Feb 17, 2012, 04:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,292
Posted By repsol23
What brand of 6970 do you have? I have similar...

What brand of 6970 do you have? I have similar issues when I boot up and my card is at or below 30c. I usually have to run occt with all my fans off on my radiators until my fluid warms up and...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade/Giveaway Forum Feb 15, 2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 299
Posted By repsol23
I have this block that I am not using if you are...

I have this block that I am not using if you are interested.

http://www.thecoolingshop.com/product_info/Koolance-VID-AR587-Radeon-HD-5870-5850-Graphics-Ca_20682.html
Forum: Overclocking & Cooling Feb 11, 2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,636
Posted By repsol23
I know the feeling about the 5ghz mark. I gave...

I know the feeling about the 5ghz mark. I gave up trying to get there when even 1.4v wouldnt get me there. I can run 4.8 all day with 1.32v so I decided that would have to do. Cant complain since...
Forum: AMD / ATI Feb 10, 2012, 05:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,755
Posted By repsol23
As far as I know, ceramique is NOT conductive,...

As far as I know, ceramique is NOT conductive, its the Arctic Silver that is conductive.



While I agree that ceramique is not the top solution, I don't think it is bad for modern cpu's or...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 27, 2012, 06:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 507
Posted By repsol23
I assume it is reference as the person I...

I assume it is reference as the person I purchased it from listed it as a reference design. Also, the block I am using is from koolance and is designed for the reference cards.

As for the rbe...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 27, 2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 507
Posted By repsol23
Reference 6970 Bios Question

I am still having trouble with a cold bug on my MSI reference design 6970. I am thinking of trying some different bios from other cards that are posted here on TPU but I wanted to know how to tell...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
The reason I want the chiller is so that when I...

The reason I want the chiller is so that when I run my hardware I can literally run right at the edge of stability. I have found that running really low temps allows me to use slightly less voltage...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
I hate to mess with my chiller unit since it is...

I hate to mess with my chiller unit since it is located in the crawlspace beneath my home. I put it down there nearly three years ago and haven't messed with it since. Plus my chiller setup is...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 06:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
I already run 3/8 barbs so don't really want to...

I already run 3/8 barbs so don't really want to go smaller. Plus when I can get fluid temps below freezing I dont think it would make too much difference.
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 06:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
Well not sure if more voltage or upping clocks...

Well not sure if more voltage or upping clocks will help since I tried more voltage with afterburner and it still gave issues as soon as I run a bench.

I may try eliminating the power saving...
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 06:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
Thought about that but I wouldn't know what...

Thought about that but I wouldn't know what exactly to change in the bios to keep this from happening.
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 05:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
Problem is my card does not artifact. When I try...

Problem is my card does not artifact. When I try to play a game or run a benchmark it freezes then I get the recovery message. It is frustrating that I can't do anything when my temps are cold!!
Forum: AMD / ATI Jan 22, 2012, 05:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By repsol23
MSI reference 6970 cold bug!

I have been scouring the net for the last few hours but haven't come across the info I am looking for so I wanted to try here.

I just got a used MSI reference design 6970 and a koolance full cover...
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