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Forum: General Hardware Oct 19, 2011, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bongbuster
Hi Viper, You are right, it is not going to fix...

Hi Viper, You are right, it is not going to fix it self so I've just done the following
-run memtest and came up with pass complete and no errors
-run diskchck had errors in C: that were fixed....
Forum: General Hardware Oct 19, 2011, 01:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks fishead and Viper Just...

Thanks fishead and Viper



Just installed that program and attached a screenshot of the results



Great suggestions, thank you.
Forum: General Hardware Oct 18, 2011, 06:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bongbuster
Thank you every one for your help. I...

Thank you every one for your help.



I installed a program to measure core and video temp and screen shots of the results have been attached to this thread. The results look ok. Is there still a...
Forum: General Hardware Oct 18, 2011, 02:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bongbuster
Hi Stinger, thank you for your reply. I checked...

Hi Stinger, thank you for your reply. I checked the air vents and they were fine and I blew them out just to make sure. Still the same problem though.

Any other ideas?
Forum: General Hardware Oct 17, 2011, 02:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,437
Posted By Bongbuster
Why does my laptop keep shutting down?

I have a Lenovo Idea Pad Y450 running Vista Ultimate

For the last week the lap top has been booting and running like normal then shutting down when I try to do stuff like play a dvd,connect an...
Forum: Graphics Cards Sep 21, 2009, 04:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,088
Posted By Bongbuster
Thank you every one for your comments. My...

Thank you every one for your comments.

My plan now is to run 3 monitors with the option to run a 4th later (work not play) so using one GPU such as 5870, even if it can run 3 monitors, is not...
Forum: Graphics Cards Sep 18, 2009, 06:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,088
Posted By Bongbuster
Thank you Ion and SneakySnake for your...

Thank you Ion and SneakySnake for your suggestions. I will definitely consider what the two of you have said.



I knew I have to disable crossfire to use the 3rd monitor. I was assuming...
Forum: Graphics Cards Sep 17, 2009, 07:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,088
Posted By Bongbuster
I've drawn the line on the current set up and...

I've drawn the line on the current set up and will not go any higher. No real budget but I'm not going to buy a more expensive pair than the 4850.

I mentioned the 5870 to my guy at the local PC...
Forum: Graphics Cards Sep 17, 2009, 06:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,088
Posted By Bongbuster
Which of these 3 GPU set ups should I get?

Going to get a PC with I5 750 CPU and Asus P7P55D Pro mobo.

I'll be running two GPU's in crossfire configuration to support 3 22" monitors. I'll be using the 3 monitors for work and switch to one...
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 9, 2009, 05:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,323
Posted By Bongbuster
You guys are fantastic. I've found out from your...

You guys are fantastic. I've found out from your help that the MB i'm interested in is cross fire compatible AND that the built in GPU can be used with an external GPU. The last time I built a PC...
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 8, 2009, 05:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,323
Posted By Bongbuster
Hi unibrow1990, you are correct. Looking...

Hi unibrow1990, you are correct.

Looking over the specs after reading your post, I saw the crossfire support.

My reason for thinking that mother board did not support crossfire was the...
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 8, 2009, 02:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,323
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks again Mussels. I understand the cards...

Thanks again Mussels.

I understand the cards need to be similar and I'd probably buy two 4830 cards or the next model up.

What confuses me is the motherboards that will support crossfire. I've...
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 7, 2009, 07:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,323
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks Mussels So with crossfire off, can...

Thanks Mussels

So with crossfire off, can you run two monitors of the primary card and two monitors of the secondary card and display a different window/application on each of the four monitors?
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 7, 2009, 06:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,323
Posted By Bongbuster
2 PCI slot MB - difference between Crossfire vs Non Crossfire???

Hi, I have no idea about motherboards that use two graphics cards so I need help bad :respect:

My situation is I need a PC that can run 3 or 4 monitors at the same time. For example I can display...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Sep 7, 2009, 05:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,251
Posted By Bongbuster
Thank you every one for all your advice and...

Thank you every one for all your advice and suggestions. Went to my local PC market yesterday and the price for this system with a 22" Samsung monitor is US$1080. The only major surprise is the 4890...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Sep 4, 2009, 03:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,251
Posted By Bongbuster
You are probably right, DVI is HDMI with out...

You are probably right, DVI is HDMI with out sound.

Helping tomorrow would be great if you can.
Forum: System Builder's Advice Sep 4, 2009, 02:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,251
Posted By Bongbuster
Ok, so the card you are recommending is the "XFX...

Ok, so the card you are recommending is the "XFX HD-489A-ZDFC Radeon HD 4890 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card"

Thank you for you feedback Soylent...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Sep 4, 2009, 02:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,251
Posted By Bongbuster
Need advice on building a new PC

A mate and I are both going to get new PC's and we've been talking to people on the best system to buy that would suit us. Basically we are after a good gaming PC that cost between US$1100 to...
Forum: AMD / ATI Sep 4, 2009, 02:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,430
Posted By Bongbuster
UPDATE I'm now running a Samsung 2243 and an...

UPDATE

I'm now running a Samsung 2243 and an Acer 19" wide screen of my system (Intel quad cpu 6600, 2 gig ram, Windows XP professional and raedon x1950 gt card).

This set up is sweet and soooo...
Forum: General Software Aug 12, 2009, 04:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks for your replies. I'll see how...

Thanks for your replies.

I'll see how winavi, avs4you and the format factory go.
Forum: General Software Aug 10, 2009, 02:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,153
Posted By Bongbuster
How to converting MOV format to WMV format

I have a couple of 40meg plus MOV files that I want to convert to high quality WMV files.

Tried searching online for free programs to do this and have not found anything that works.

Doesanyone...
Forum: AMD / ATI Aug 6, 2009, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,430
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks pbmaster and sneekypeet In general...

Thanks pbmaster and sneekypeet

In general who can you determine whether a given graphics card/system will handle a given combination of monitors?
Forum: AMD / ATI Aug 6, 2009, 03:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,430
Posted By Bongbuster
Can I run a 19" and a 21" monitors on a raedon x1950 gt card?

My system is an Intel quad cpu 6600, 2 gig ram, Windows XP professional and raedon x1950 gt card. I currenty run a 19" wide screen monitor.

I'm planning on keeping the 19" and adding a 21"...
Forum: General Software Dec 3, 2008, 12:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 508
Posted By Bongbuster
What is the problem with my PC??? Please help

Starting last night, my PC will boot and load all programs properly.The mouse works fine. If I touch any key on the keyboard, both the keyboard and mouse will freeze and stay that way no matter what....
Forum: General Software Nov 3, 2008, 06:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Bongbuster
What program can I use for voice when playing online?

I'm looking for a voice program that can be run in the background when playing games so I can talk to my friends.

The game I am playing at the moment is starcraft (how can something so old be so...
Forum: Games Nov 3, 2008, 06:54 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,283
Posted By Bongbuster
1. Starcraft (why is Starcraft II taking so...

1. Starcraft (why is Starcraft II taking so long????????????)
2. Civilization (3 or 4, both good)
3. Diablo II

This list shows my age :)
Forum: General Nonsense Nov 3, 2008, 06:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,127
Posted By Bongbuster
Your cat is so cute. Love the way it just hangs...

Your cat is so cute. Love the way it just hangs there watching whats going on inside.
Forum: General Nonsense Nov 3, 2008, 06:41 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 7,593
Posted By Bongbuster
Given the most recent polls, it is a very safe...

Given the most recent polls, it is a very safe bet to do your shopping and contribute to the very sick economy :)
Forum: General Nonsense Dec 1, 2007, 03:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 984
Posted By Bongbuster
Umm did i miss something or did you say nothing...

Umm did i miss something or did you say nothing about how to steal cars?
Forum: General Nonsense Dec 1, 2007, 03:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,460
Posted By Bongbuster
This is disgusting and the organizers should be...

This is disgusting and the organizers should be ashamed of themselves. There is not one person selling popcorn, hotdogs or coke!!!!!!
Forum: General Hardware Sep 9, 2007, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,245
Posted By Bongbuster
Bump Any more suggestions anyone?

Bump

Any more suggestions anyone?
Forum: General Hardware Sep 8, 2007, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,245
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks, the price sounds reasonable. With...

Thanks, the price sounds reasonable.

With dual cpu, do you need any special cooling system or fans?

I'll look up those components and see what they are like.
Forum: General Hardware Sep 8, 2007, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,245
Posted By Bongbuster
Thanks for the tip. Yup build a new system...

Thanks for the tip.

Yup build a new system would be more accurate.

So what would you recommend as a new system given that i will keep the monitor, hard disk, sound card and speakers?
Forum: General Hardware Sep 8, 2007, 08:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,245
Posted By Bongbuster
Need advice for upgrading my PC - please

I currently have the following system

generic mother board
amd2500 cpu (64bit)
raedon 9600pro graphics card
1 gig kingston ram
audigy zs sound card
NEC dvd burner/player
creative inspire...
Forum: General Nonsense Sep 5, 2007, 04:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,125
Posted By Bongbuster
ebay scam for laser pointers

If you are thinking of buying a laser pointer from ebay, this video is essential watching.

Explains how ebay sellers are scamming people.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmLfw3QzNqg
Forum: General Nonsense Aug 1, 2007, 08:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,608
Posted By Bongbuster
Laser attack on PS3

A ps3 console is burnt by a laser in this youtube video. Fast forward to 3:40 there abouts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smU1tK30OoU

What would be a fitting punishment for this crime?:mad:
Forum: General Nonsense May 17, 2007, 04:09 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 26,227
Posted By Bongbuster
Revenge of the nerds. He will not be doing...

Revenge of the nerds.

He will not be doing that again once he gets the scissors out of his arm.
Forum: General Nonsense May 17, 2007, 03:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,054
Posted By Bongbuster
I want the photo after the twister sucks you up...

I want the photo after the twister sucks you up and spits you out.
Forum: General Nonsense May 3, 2007, 04:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By Bongbuster
Sick of green lasers? - Try blue and orange!!!

Green lasers are so 2005 and as great as they are, they've lost their novelty and i'm getting a bit jaded.

A good (and pricey) alternative is blue and orange lasers. Blue lasers are so...
Forum: General Nonsense May 3, 2007, 04:20 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,700
Posted By Bongbuster
Breaking the monitor over his head might not...

Breaking the monitor over his head might not waste him so do him with the car. Just to make sure you do the job properly, reverse back over him.

This is not cos he's a fanboy (too many of them)...
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