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Forum: General Software Apr 11, 2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 314
Posted By nocrapman
Thanks guys! I did not know about this... would...

Thanks guys!
I did not know about this... would have saved lot of frustrating hours manually backing up.
Now I just need to learn how to write the correct cmds!

One of the questions I have been...
Forum: General Hardware Apr 11, 2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 431
Posted By nocrapman
It doesnt get recognised at all. I will try the...

It doesnt get recognised at all.
I will try the OCZ toolbox suggestion and see if I can update the firmware.
Forum: General Hardware Apr 11, 2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 431
Posted By nocrapman
I did during windows install.

I did during windows install.
Forum: General Hardware Apr 11, 2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 431
Posted By nocrapman
Win 7 destroyed my SSD

I had a 90 GB OCZ Agility SSD that I was using for about 2 years that was replaced by a bigger one from Intel recently via disk image transfer thru Macrium without any problems.

I wanted to use...
Forum: General Software Apr 11, 2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 314
Posted By nocrapman
Is copy-paste a bad backup strategy?

I have been using external HDDs as my main back up strategy for my home pc with music/movies/family pics etc. The current main data buildup is secondary to my photography hobby. I have added...
Forum: Hot Deals Dec 2, 2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,125
Posted By nocrapman
Bought a couple not so expensive Seikos from the...

Bought a couple not so expensive Seikos from the Newegg marketplace.
Great value for money.
Forum: Audio, Video & Home Theater Oct 23, 2011, 09:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 911
Posted By nocrapman
At that budget... I would stay with SS. ...

At that budget... I would stay with SS.
However if u can get a Little Dot or a Headdirect or even a Darkvoice... u will be in a good shape. Remember the amp is just one part of this equation. U...
Forum: Audio, Video & Home Theater Oct 23, 2011, 12:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 856
Posted By nocrapman
I have already placed an order for a high end...

I have already placed an order for a high end microphone - Boom O. From doing a bunch of reading on the Knowbrainer forum - it seems that the consensus is that on board sound does not do the best...
Forum: Audio, Video & Home Theater Oct 22, 2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 856
Posted By nocrapman
Sounds card for Voice recognition

Does any one know a good option for this?
I have been using on board sound for many years and am out of touch with the current offerings.
Just want the Dragon to work well!
Forum: General Software Jul 18, 2011, 03:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By nocrapman
Usually all I burn anymore is Mp3 CDs for my...

Usually all I burn anymore is Mp3 CDs for my car...
I have been using the native W7 program. Seems very anemic on the features and not very user friendly.
Forum: General Software Jul 18, 2011, 01:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By nocrapman
cd burner xp did not even recognize my ASUS...

cd burner xp did not even recognize my ASUS drive!
Any other recs - seems like the win 7 and IMG burn seem to be the consensus.
Forum: General Hardware Jun 20, 2011, 12:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By nocrapman
Thanks Guys... Coolerguys seems to be the best...

Thanks Guys...
Coolerguys seems to be the best albeit the costliest solution for me. Ready to mount with the LED thermal control is exactly what I was looking forward to.

I am thinking one fan in...
Forum: General Hardware Jun 19, 2011, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By nocrapman
Case fans for an HT cabinet

Ok so this is not quite for a computer... but I figured this would be right place to get input from instead of the AVS forum.

I made a wood cabinet for my HT gear. I need a couple of fans for good...
Forum: Cases, Modding & Electronics Feb 7, 2011, 03:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,237
Posted By nocrapman
HAF X is fantastic! I am just in awe....

HAF X is fantastic!

I am just in awe....
Forum: General Hardware Jan 24, 2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,068
Posted By nocrapman
ASUS P8P67 Pro - i72600 questions

Hey guys,
Of course I have run into the cold boot issues and have been updating the BIOS all the way to the latest iteration - 1053.

The 6GB/s(non-Marvell) SATA ports - can they/should they be...
Forum: General Software Jan 20, 2011, 05:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By nocrapman
I have decided to do a fresh install! The drive...

I have decided to do a fresh install!
The drive is NIB.
Thanks for the quick run through!
Forum: General Software Jan 20, 2011, 05:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By nocrapman
Ninite: what an awesome tool! Didnt know about...

Ninite: what an awesome tool!
Didnt know about this. Does this work well?

Align the SSD ... another chunk of knowledge to stuff into my overstuffed, information overloaded brain! Alright another...
Forum: Cases, Modding & Electronics Jan 20, 2011, 05:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,237
Posted By nocrapman
I actually wanted a case that I had no regrets...

I actually wanted a case that I had no regrets about... and HAF it all!
Ended up with a HAF X!
Time to get ear muffs!
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 20, 2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Here's what I ended up with: i72600k ASUS...

Here's what I ended up with:

i72600k
ASUS Pro MOBO
G.SKILL Ripjaws 8GB(2 x 4GB)DDR3 2000 (PC3 16000)
HAF X case
H70 cpu cooler
Seasonic 750W modular gold PSU
Windows 7 Pro
Liteon DVD writer
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 19, 2011, 06:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
I dont think it works with 1156 either... I might...

I dont think it works with 1156 either... I might be wrong.
Forum: General Software Jan 19, 2011, 03:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By nocrapman
I would love to do a fresh install too! But...

I would love to do a fresh install too!
But with an OEM copy of 7, I will be out of $100!
Forum: General Software Jan 19, 2011, 02:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,497
Posted By nocrapman
Moving to SSD. Clone or not to clone?

Hey guys,
I am trying to move my OS(windows 7 OEM) install/boot drive from an aging WD 74 G Raptor SATA drive to a SSD. How do I make this transition? Will Acronis TI or clonezilla do this or...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 19, 2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Does anyone know if I can make the Xiggy 1283 CPU...

Does anyone know if I can make the Xiggy 1283 CPU cooler work with the 1155 socket? Or should I forget about it and sell it/give it away?
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 19, 2011, 02:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Thanks for the thumbs up and fix on the cold boot...

Thanks for the thumbs up and fix on the cold boot issue!

Your temps look great!

Wonder what will happen when u drop the volts...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 19, 2011, 12:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Too late. Would prolly have gone for it. Had...

Too late. Would prolly have gone for it. Had already ordered the ASUS Pro. Now for the painful wait!
Forum: Cases, Modding & Electronics Jan 18, 2011, 04:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,237
Posted By nocrapman
Case recommendations

Hey folks,
Looking to retire my aging NZXT case.
Need a new house for my i7 2600K Sandybridge build. ATX. Mid or full tower.
Cooling will be a Cosair H 70.
Will have one 3.5" SSD for boot and 2...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 18, 2011, 03:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,885
Posted By nocrapman
Curious as to what RAM u finally got?

Curious as to what RAM u finally got?
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 18, 2011, 02:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Will likely get the Pro.

Will likely get the Pro.
Forum: General Hardware Jan 18, 2011, 12:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,221
Posted By nocrapman
Have owned a DAS for about 1 month - seems to be...

Have owned a DAS for about 1 month - seems to be getting better with every click!
Forum: General Hardware Jan 17, 2011, 11:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,221
Posted By nocrapman
Like how bad other NON MECH KBs can be? Just...

Like how bad other NON MECH KBs can be?
Just donated my third KB in the last 4 years. It was a logitech wireless KB/Mouse combo. The KB issues started after 1 year of gentle home use.
I now use...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 17, 2011, 10:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Got everything figured out except MOBO. Any...

Got everything figured out except MOBO.
Any help would help!
Forum: General Hardware Jan 17, 2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 25,376
Posted By nocrapman
Not to take anything away from Warlock, its not...

Not to take anything away from Warlock, its not just a simple air cooler. The H70 is one nifty component!
I think his 'secret sauce' might be the hidden formula.
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 16, 2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
You are correct... I need to control my...

You are correct... I need to control my hedonistic urges sometimes.
Dont really benchmark anymore. Maybe a few runs to test stability/performance etc.

Since my last build, I have become a...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 16, 2011, 05:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Dont know about CUDA - will need to...

Dont know about CUDA - will need to investigate... why do u ask?
I dont really need a powerful GFX card at all. Actually I think I could get by with the onboard GFX for now and add a GPU later if...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 16, 2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
I think Intel recommends 1.5V RAM. The G skill...

I think Intel recommends 1.5V RAM.
The G skill above is 1.65. I know some folks have used this too, but dont know the effect on performance.
It appears for some reason, the 1.5 Rams are pretty...
Forum: System Builder's Advice Jan 16, 2011, 04:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,655
Posted By nocrapman
Another SandyBridge build

So I have decided to jump to the 'evil' side by ditching the 45nm AMD platform for a 32nm Intel. This is going to be just an Update! At least thats what the CFO approved.
So out goes the PII...
Forum: General Hardware Jan 16, 2011, 04:25 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 25,376
Posted By nocrapman
I am contemplating a Sandybridge build over the...

I am contemplating a Sandybridge build over the next few days. Just curious, why u went with UD7 MOBO vs the UD5 for much less $$?
Forum: General Software Jan 12, 2011, 11:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 753
Posted By nocrapman
Ordered the 7 Pro 64bit. The xp mode is inbuild...

Ordered the 7 Pro 64bit.
The xp mode is inbuild right?
Do I need to install anything to get it working?
Forum: General Software Jan 12, 2011, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 753
Posted By nocrapman
Did not know that! Thanks!

Did not know that!
Thanks!
Forum: General Software Jan 12, 2011, 06:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 753
Posted By nocrapman
VISTA to WINDOWS 7

I have XP and Vista installed as a dual boot currently, with XP originally for a VPN software from work that is now compatible with Vista also.
I am considering going to 7. The VPN software is not...
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