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    Is there an easier way to format a floppy?

    The easier way? Get a reasonably moder f*in floppy disk. Sheesh. Floppys, like all cheap magnetic media, lose their ability to retain data over time. Floppys are the worst with zip disks slightly behind and tapes a healthy but still unnerving third. Choosing to use an old floppy is a bad idea...
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    Terminal Server Proposal

    I have a couple of Citrix servers, but they require MS TS licencing on top of thier licencing....making the cost really ridiculous. And I much prefer the MS client.
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    Terminal Server Proposal

    The fact that they will actually be using the terminal server as a terminal server makes it more cost effective. This app is very compute intensive, both server and client side. Each job file can be 300MB in size. One of the reasons I chose Opteron is so I can get medival with the memory if the...
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    Terminal Server Proposal

    It would be nuts, if this were instead of them getting new desktops but they're all getting new laptops as well. And terminal services licencing has shot down many a viable business model. But for this application, my client is fairly certain it's the proper route to take. Re: Software costs...
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    Terminal Server Proposal

    BTW, there is some margin in those #s :wink:
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    Terminal Server Proposal

    I need to build a terminal server (Server 2003) to handle 10 full-time users toing some complex stuff. What do you think? Motherboard Tyan Thunder K8W $500 CPUs 2x AMD Opteron 242 (2Ghz, 64-bit, 1MB L2 $1,400 RAM 4GB PC3200 (DDR400)...
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    Ever deepening hatred for WD

    The largest truely controlled statistical source I know of is Tony...but it isn't exactly comprehensive. Hmmm....Samsung good..... :P
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    Ever deepening hatred for WD

    You bet. You'll never see this info.
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    :P
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    support
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    the
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    appreciate
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    really
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    I
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    guys
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    Thanks
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    Something Random

    That story reminds me of a fun time in a lexus in tahoe...it was fun 'cause the luxus wasn't mine ;) If you're one for practicality, I can reccomend a VW golf. Hardly a looker, but the price is reasonable, the power is acceptible, and it's more versitlile than any compact I've seen. With the...
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    Something Random

    Doesn't look like it will be out by next week....
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    Something Random

    I'm a bigger fan of european cars...what are your needs like?
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    Something Random

    Too bad on the ride, and congrat on your new one in advance ;)
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    Look, it's Merc...with hair!

    I wish I had DID...than I could get over this "learning storage performance" thing. It's so depressing :(
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    HDTV Cards

    I think your graphic fits that quote perfectly.
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    Something Random

    I'll take my Polish vodka anytime...except right now :(
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    Something Random

    The only time I try homebrews is when I'm at my sisters place. She and her fiancee make some great stuff. They started "because it's cheaper" and continue "because it's better". I don't think it's cheaper anymore, considering the quality of the materiels they are using.
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    Something Random

    Well, by midnight last night I was on to soup. ANd a good thing considering I'm off to work right now. I managed to watch a bunch of TV shows a friened got for me. Viva la bam (full season) Simpsons (first 3 seasons) Futurarama (First 2 seasons) Family Guy (ALL OF THEM!) I think I benefit...
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    Paint job on Antec AMG case

    Well, I think the secret is, if you're going to go that big...get something with wheels and a leash;)
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    Splash: What are you using for new systems at work?

    NP, IIRC I got the suggestion from honold ;) Did the Outlook backup work for you?
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    Something Random

    Yes! The end of day 4 and I'm moving up the food ladder....Jello! ;) This is a great weight loss plan, BTW.
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    Paint job on Antec AMG case

    Screw that. I have an Antec Lanboy with no opticals and one raptor for just such occations. Maybe 15lbs.
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    Splash: What are you using for new systems at work?

    Outlook or outlook express? If the former, just do a search for *.PST and copy the big one. If the latter, it's a PITA
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    Paint job on Antec AMG case

    You haul a 1080AMG to LAN parties? You must be in great shape! I have a system based on a 1080AMG right here, must weigh over 50lbs...
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    Machine names on a private network

    I currently have about 30 accounts with them (business). I even have my own account rep. They are also offering wireless services for ~$50/mo if you are out of range of DSL.
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    Machine names on a private network

    nope, I have an exchange server, a terminal server, and several web servers. The provider is Redshift
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    Machine names on a private network

    Sorry, just looked up the numbers and they were a bit off... ADSL 1500k-3000k/384k-608k w/ 6 static IPs - $80/mo.
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    Machine names on a private network

    Wow, let me reply in reverse order... $268.50 is a whole frickin lot of money for that service. I currently have 5 real IP addresses and 1500/256 for $120/mo. This is really the way to do it, as every machine I have has it's own "live" address. No "fake" DNS, and all your machines directly...
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    Splash: What are you using for new systems at work?

    Media player classic (free) will allow you to watch DVDs on either (or both) screens.
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    Machine names on a private network

    Do you want blah1.memyselfandi.com and blah2.memyselfandi.com to both be accessed from the internet? Or just from within the network?
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    Something Random

    Stomach Flu sucks. 3 days now. No food. So hungary.
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    [NEWS] Intel x64 coming

    No, but it will have an 84-stage pipeline ;)
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    Zalman VGA heatpipe cooler

    I was using one on my 4200, until I got a 9800 Ultimate Edition...
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    Ever deepening hatred for WD

    I own a whole bunch of WD drives, mainly 400BBs, 800JBs, 1200JBs, a 2500JB, and a whole lotta 360GDs... Not a sindle failure amond them, and none have gotten loud enough for me to notice. Then again, most of these are in server enviroments. The 360GDs in my workstation are quieter than my L1A @...
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    Where are you on the political spectrum (test)?

    Economic Left/Right: 2 Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: -3 As usual, the political boonies. Make the road as wide as possible, but mark the edges well...and kill anyone who crosses them.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    Grrr BIOS has been reset a whole lotta times, the caps look ok, I can't tell if SPD is in use as it won't POST. The fan is connected and runs properly. I just pulled the only other Mobo I have that supports SDR out of the parts bin...same issue :eekers: F**k it...I'm going to kill some...
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    No mention of beep codes in the manual at all.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    BTW, The manual can be downloaded here.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    I don't have the manual itself, but I will be looking through their website in a minute. BTW, I just checked the origial CPU (2000+) in another system (A7N8X Deluxe) and it worked fine. Not boding well for the motherboard...I wonder how I could have killed it :(
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    I have tried another CPU in that system. It was originally a 2000+, right now it has a 2500+ Barton in there....same issue.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    I also have tried resetting the BIOS to no avail. Right now the only things hooked up are the CPU, RAM (known good), PC Speaker, and the Power Supply. Nothing else is connected at all.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    Yes, the video is seated fine. It also has onboard video, so it happens without an AGP card in it at all as well.
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    Troubleshooting beep codes...

    ...not a happy camper. I'm working on an ECS K7VMM Rev. 1.2A. Then this system came in it ran fine, except in high-end (3D accelerated) games. After trying all the software stuff, I crack the case and find a whole load of dust and a failing GPU fan. The video card is too hot to touch. So I...
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