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Forum: Graphics Cards Oct 27, 2011, 11:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,566
Posted By GTGear
Do you guys think the GTX 460 will be able to run...

Do you guys think the GTX 460 will be able to run BF3?

http://www.evga.com/products/moreInfo.asp?pn=01G-P3-1372-AR&family=GeForce 400 Series Family&sw=
Forum: Graphics Cards Oct 27, 2011, 11:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,566
Posted By GTGear
Recommend a videocard please.

Well, my 8800GT just died and I need a new videocard. Can someone recommend me something in the price range of $100-$250. I need a good bang for a buck..and I need a card that can play BF3. Any help...
Forum: NVIDIA Jan 26, 2011, 04:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,479
Posted By GTGear
I used to overclock..but stopped months ago for...

I used to overclock..but stopped months ago for fear that I would damage something. Also, I'm using the latest drivers.
Forum: NVIDIA Jan 26, 2011, 04:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,479
Posted By GTGear
I tried blowing it out when the problem started....

I tried blowing it out when the problem started. Still had the same problem, and it has the Nvidia reference cooler.

Also the 12Vs on my Antec are

12V1@18A, +12V2@18A, +12V3@18A
Forum: NVIDIA Jan 26, 2011, 04:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,479
Posted By GTGear
Temps reach about 75 to 80c. One day, my sister...

Temps reach about 75 to 80c. One day, my sister was gaming on a hot day and my card hit 90c. BUt that was a one time incident, I installed new fans in my case after that.

Also, my PSU is about 2...
Forum: NVIDIA Jan 26, 2011, 04:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,479
Posted By GTGear
Videocard issue.

About two days ago, I experienced random freezing with my 8800GT. Within 5 minutes of gaming on Half Life and Back Ops, I'd get a total computer lock, resulting in me having to restart my entire...
Forum: NVIDIA Sep 17, 2009, 03:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By GTGear
I'm guessing he should be fine. He has a 500w...

I'm guessing he should be fine. He has a 500w Antec PSU.
Forum: NVIDIA Sep 17, 2009, 02:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By GTGear
So, it's pretty safe to say, he can purchase that...

So, it's pretty safe to say, he can purchase that card?
Forum: NVIDIA Sep 17, 2009, 01:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By GTGear
The size of the Geforce GTX 260

Hi guys,

I'm trying to help out a friend of mine decide on which videocard to get. Unfortunately, he has an HP computer, which oddly enough, is very good. But I don't know if his mobo will handle...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jun 6, 2009, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,142
Posted By GTGear
What should I upgrade?

CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad CPU Q6600
RAM: 4 GB of DDR2-SDRAM PC2-6400 (but Vista only uses 3GB)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition
PSU: 550w Antec PSU
VideoCard: GeForce...
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 18, 2008, 08:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,366
Posted By GTGear
What kind of PSU would I need with that...

What kind of PSU would I need with that videocard? currently I have a Antec 550W PSU.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371001 < --- Would that be sufficient enough for a...
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 17, 2008, 04:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,366
Posted By GTGear
I'm a gamer. So far, I get pretty good...

I'm a gamer. So far, I get pretty good framerates, on all high in WiC and CoD 4. Maybe I should just stick with my 8800GT for a year longer?
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 17, 2008, 02:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,366
Posted By GTGear
$350-400

$350-400
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 17, 2008, 02:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,366
Posted By GTGear
What videocard should I get?

I'm thinking about upgrading my GPU in my computer. What GPU should I get? My current specs are the following:

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition
Intel Core Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz...
Forum: General Hardware Apr 20, 2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 804
Posted By GTGear
Is this a good power supply?

I recently ordered the Antec NeoPower 550 ATX12V 550W PSU. I heard the first editions had problems with ASUS Mobos but the problem was fixed. So, is this a good PSU? I believe the Antec brand name is...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 29, 2008, 02:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 708
Posted By GTGear
Monitor problem?

I just purchased a HP w2007 20inch Widescreen LCD Monitor. After looking at some DVDs and various videos, I've realized something. Black objects such as clothes etc, appear pixelated. I haven't...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 26, 2008, 12:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 695
Posted By GTGear
Help regarding Harddrive.

Well, I got my new computer today. My original plan was to plug in my old IDE drives, but I found out that my new Mobo only has SATA plugs. Is there any adapter I could buy, so I can use my IDE HDDs?...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 13, 2008, 03:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Hmm, somehow I forgot about that suggestion >_<....

Hmm, somehow I forgot about that suggestion >_<. I'll be sure to get add it to my cart, as I'm buying my components right now.
Forum: General Hardware Jan 13, 2008, 02:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Operating system: Windows Vista Home Premium...

Operating system: Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)
Intel Core 2 Duo processor E6850 (3.0GHz)
Memory 2GB DDR2-667MHz dual channel SDRAM (2x1024)
Graphics Card 640MB NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS, 2...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 09:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Alright. Thanks everyone! and I took the advice,...

Alright. Thanks everyone! and I took the advice, concerning the RAM.
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 07:47 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Hmm, ok. I have a question regarding the...

Hmm, ok. I have a question regarding the processors. Will there be that big of a difference when gaming, when using a Quad Core or Dual Core processor?
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 07:36 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
After taking into consideration..here are my...

After taking into consideration..here are my revised specs

Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 Conroe 2.66GHz

3GB DDR2-667MHz dual channel SDRAM (2x1024,2x512)

Nvidia 8800GTS

320GB 7200 rpm SATA...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 07:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
I'm looking for performance mostly. So I can play...

I'm looking for performance mostly. So I can play the latest games coming out such as Left 4Dead, and I want to try Crysis.
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Guess I better go with Intel then..

Guess I better go with Intel then..
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 07:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
So, It'll be better to go with the Athlon 6000+?...

So, It'll be better to go with the Athlon 6000+? They perform better than the quad phenoms? Someone care to explain..I'm confused lol
Forum: General Hardware Jan 12, 2008, 06:36 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,913
Posted By GTGear
Getting a new Computer (Finally) Suggestions needed

Well, I'm about to get a new PC (Finally). Here are the specs I'm aiming for.

AMD Athlon(TM) 64 X2 6000+ dual-core - 3.0GHz - or Phenom(TM) 9500 quad-core processor - 2.2GHz (need help choosing)
...
Forum: Motherboards & Memory Jul 9, 2007, 01:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By GTGear
Thanks for the reply, My PSU, RAM Sticks and...

Thanks for the reply,

My PSU, RAM Sticks and my Seagate HDD are all new. One thing that worries me though is finding a new Motherboard, specifically one which has AGP, since my X800GTO is farely...
Forum: Motherboards & Memory Jul 9, 2007, 12:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By GTGear
Is my motherboard dying?

Hello,

Earlier, I was gaming, and my computer restarted. When I checked the Error log, it has this code.

Error code 0000009c, parameter1 00000001, parameter2 8054da70, parameter3 f6000000,...
Forum: ATITool Apr 22, 2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,169
Posted By GTGear
ATI Tool's fan control option not available.

Hi everyone.

I just reformated my computer, and now ATI won't detect my videocards temperature and I can't control the fan speed. Before I reformated, everything was fine. Also, I have another...
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 10:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
That might be it, Since i have my X800GTO...

That might be it, Since i have my X800GTO overclocked at 420/540.
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
I usually have to restart my computer, then it'll...

I usually have to restart my computer, then it'll come back up. What is that a sign of?
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 04:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
Can you list what could be causing it?

Can you list what could be causing it?
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
Nah, I haven't tried to reflash my pipes yet. I...

Nah, I haven't tried to reflash my pipes yet. I might try that though in a bit. But its wierd, its only done it twice, and I played Half Life 2 for over 2 hours last night, no problems.
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 03:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
My Temps are the following Processor Temp:...

My Temps are the following

Processor Temp: 52C
Mainboard Temp: 28C
HDD Temps: 39C
X800GTO: 38C
Forum: Graphics Cards Aug 30, 2006, 04:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,881
Posted By GTGear
Screen goes black when gaming sometimes..

Hello,

Sometimes when I play PC games, my screen goes black, and the power button changes from green to yellow, like its idle. This happened twice, once while playing a PC game, and once when I...
Forum: Motherboards & Memory Jul 2, 2006, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,260
Posted By GTGear
Capacitors next to Processor bent?

Hi, I was recently cleaning out my Motherboard of dust and I noticed a couple of my Capacitors are bent. I checked to see was any Electrolyte leaking and there isnt. Also my computer hasnt been...
Forum: General Hardware Jun 28, 2006, 12:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By GTGear
Ok..From my Maxtor HDD, it seems I can format my...

Ok..From my Maxtor HDD, it seems I can format my Seagate HDD, should I go for it? and will it fix the problem I'm in?
Forum: General Hardware Jun 27, 2006, 11:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By GTGear
Well, I tried to format..Windows refuses too..I...

Well, I tried to format..Windows refuses too..I even unhooked one of the HDDs, and windows is STILL asking me which one I want to boot from...not to mention, after I unhook one, it refuses to boot...
Forum: General Hardware Jun 27, 2006, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By GTGear
Ok..that didnt help..I right clicked on it and I...

Ok..that didnt help..I right clicked on it and I cant format..what else can I do?
Forum: General Hardware Jun 27, 2006, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By GTGear
How would I reformat my drive Maxtor(Slave Drive)...

How would I reformat my drive Maxtor(Slave Drive) in windows? just simply stick my recovery disk in? or is there another way? sorry..i'm a bit of a noob.
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