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  1. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    Well you must have placed a hex on it because it just gave up the ghost, intermittent power on/off cycling, now I'll have to prematurely upgrade and retrofit a preloved Antec :o Such is life...
  2. tazwegion

    America is ungovernable

    Doesn't matter where you are (or what type of entity) if your expenditure exceeds your income in you're in an unsustainable position and destined to fail, apart from that it's time Politicians remember who they're supposed to be representing first and foremost in Parliament... the people who...
  3. tazwegion

    ASUS BIOS

    +1 ;) Might have a lot to do with the fact that I'm using significantly older tech platforms than the majority of you too though :)
  4. tazwegion

    PC Gaming = World of Suck

    Maybe you need to shop down here in our food retail chain stores, I picked up Warcraft I & II for $10.00 each back in 1996/97 (when they were still relatively new) which led to my addiction for various RTS games... curse you Blizzard! LMAO :lol:
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    Capacitors

    Congrat's on a successful LCD monitor recycling project Bozo! :D Not quite the same but here's the power board out of my Acer AL1916W, I pulled the capXon's and repopulated with Hitano GP & LowESR series ;)
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    problem Computer Rebuild

    Time for a face lift then too perhaps as well as a hardware overhaul :D
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    Fanless CPU cooler

    Oh I see... thanks for the clarification, so basically a radiant element heater :D
  8. tazwegion

    Fanless CPU cooler

    I don't know, those Noirot space heaters (and their direct competitors) run a 50/50 cycle and work out to just 4c per hour for the 2000w unit (on a medium setting) it doesn't turn in F@H WU's but at least we don't freeze during winter :D I think our reverse cycle A/C is more efficient but...
  9. tazwegion

    Fanless CPU cooler

    Except when your PC is attempting to send or awaiting download WU's ;) Mmmmmm... folding farm = nice and toasty during the winter months :D
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    Fanless CPU cooler

    looks like a beast! ;) Low RPM doesn't have to mean low CFM, still I'll stick with a variable fan for now as it's reassuring to hear them speed up occasionally :D
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    Fanless CPU cooler

    What's the CFM rating of the fan?
  12. tazwegion

    Fanless CPU cooler

    I was responding to Mercutio's case fan observation... I wouldn't put a low speed fan on any CPU, that's what system regulated variable fan control is for ;)
  13. tazwegion

    Fanless CPU cooler

    Noisy fans? not a problem, fit a fanbus, do a volt mod on the said fan OR wire a variable trimpot (resistor) in line ;)
  14. tazwegion

    Firefox 5, Opera 11.11 and Chrome 12 all equal...

    Ah... can I get that in an RPM/Tarball file? :lol: I didn't realise FF5 had moved off Beta till I read this thread, thanks for the heads up guys I'm really enjoying the responsiveness of this new browser ;)
  15. tazwegion

    Windows box directly on the 'net

    I'm curious what type of Hardware firewall you're using (and/or recommend), the last one I built during the dial-up days was based on the small Coyote Linux "floppy" distribution and ran beautifully on a Cyrix 233/VA-502 combo, as I could be relocating to a cable Internet serviced location I...
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    Windows box directly on the 'net

    That's harsh... really harsh... so monitoring outgoing traffic isn't a real world priority? :( +1 for the hardware firewall preference ;)
  17. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    Then my "rag tag" collection of 754, 939, Socket 370 & 462 based systems have already exceeded all expectations (by a significant margin) ;) The worth (or expense) of maintaining/repairing existing Legacy systems is subjective and purely based on whether the system can meet the current needs...
  18. tazwegion

    Can't delete a folder

    +1 Exactly, this is what I was referring to when I said "Ubuntu trial version" the downloaded ISO DVD can load to memory (albeit a little slowly) and run without any alteration to your existing system BUT you need to choose the "Try Ubuntu without installing" option ;) More information @...
  19. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    Going back over ALL the provided specifications... I'd say it's was a "big whoopsie" on the part of either the website designer OR their site's data entry clerk(s) because according to their product flyer the Neo Eco 450C is only has one PCI-e connector as the "other" plug is a 4+4 (not a 6+2)...
  20. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    Whoa... your kids PC is better spec'd up than mine (I've only got a Radeon 9600XT), this particular legacy build is for my nephews but it looks like they'll have to make do with a 9200SE for now my other high end* cards a Ti4200 & MX400 are spoken for ;) * The term "high end" refers to their...
  21. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    According to their specifications HERE the 450C only has 1 x 6 pin PCI-e connector (plus 1 x 6+2 connector) ;) So open the shell up and solder in a new length sata loom ;)
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    System Recommendation

    No worries... just exercising my Google-Fu! :D
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    Can't delete a folder

    Just a thought... if you booted using an alternate OS (or system) could you then access the drive to delete the file/folder? Using a Ubuntu trial session for example... ;)
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    System Recommendation

    "Intel Rapid Storage Technology provides benefits to users of single drives as well. Through AHCI, storage performance is improved with Native Command Queuing (NCQ). AHCI also delivers longer battery life with Link Power Management (LPM), which can reduce the power consumption of the chipset and...
  25. tazwegion

    System Recommendation

    Try them and if you're not completely satisfied with the results return them for a full warranty refund, I mean uninstall/reconfigure ;) In all reality, how much faster/better will it make your Bro-in-law's windows 7 experience anyway? mind you the improved data protection and reduced power...
  26. tazwegion

    System Recommendation

    According to Intel's product overview it is... "Intel® Rapid Storage Technology offers new levels of protection, performance, and expandability for desktop and mobile platforms. Whether using one or multiple hard drives, users can take advantage of enhanced performance and lower power...
  27. tazwegion

    System Recommendation

    Appears to be a relatively economical solution, not everyone is wanting to dissect their PSU to add a longer 4 pin molex loom, makes you wonder why the manufacturer didn't just add a few more centimeters of wire though doesn't it? ;)
  28. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    LOL actually that analogy reminds me of the story of the "magic soup stone" not sure of it's origins but a great tale nonetheless ;) A closer look for you... Even with the motherboard tray removed the case retains good structural integrity, the metal appears to be more substantial that the...
  29. tazwegion

    PC Gaming = World of Suck

    That's excellent news, I lost many hours (whole days) immersed in that combat simulator, in fact in more recent times we were enjoying it on multiplayer LAN sessions... the Logitech Attack3 is a great USB joystick! ;)
  30. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    Thanks but I'm looking for something that will last longer than 6 months, I guess I'll have to cough up for an entry level Antec after all ;)
  31. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    Ah yes... but a silk purse is a money storage device with more "bling" as I intend to reconfigure aspects of the case & it's colour scheme :D Yes whilst that is true (and I am guilty of sniping auctions) it requires greater time/effort on my part, alternatively I'll place my highest bid as...
  32. tazwegion

    WTB: s754 mainboard

    And we have a winner! thanks to LiamC ;)
  33. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    I know it's really frustrating, the system originally had a Sempron 2600 but (as you surmised) I already had a spare A64 3000+ after upgrading our children's gaming computer with a A64 3200+ I managed to land for $10.00 AUD (including delivery) :D Flea-bay is a good source of spares (as has...
  34. tazwegion

    WTB: s754 mainboard

    In all honesty probably not enough to convince him, once I factor in shipping etc. a motherboard bundle from the swap meet is looking more and more like the most attractive option (but that's a whole month away) :( PM sent LiamC :D
  35. tazwegion

    How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear?

    Legacy Project: How to make a silk purse from a sow's ear? Here is the latest example of legacy rebuilds that come my way, obviously budget is always the paramount concern it would seem so reusing as much as possible of the original equipment is a given including the oddly configured case (see...
  36. tazwegion

    WTB: s754 mainboard

    I'm looking for a s754 mainboard to replace the dead board in a "legacy rebuild" any chipset I have no preferences though VIA would be nice, Paypal would be the method of payment unless you're in Australia then bank transfer would also be available... Cheers.
  37. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    Sounds like "smoke testing" to me... so dare I ask what was the breed of the PSU? :o
  38. tazwegion

    Eggxpert Tiered Power Supply List

    Oh great!... I've been contemplating a FSP-400w unit as a replacement on a current legacy re-build project it's "Tsumori PSU" doesn't inspire any confidence what so ever, I was hoping to keep the budget small :(
  39. tazwegion

    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    While that is true, the age old adage of "as safe as houses" stems from the financial market's potential ability to significantly devalue savings/shares should it crash thus I've diverted my disposable income (as little as it is) back into my mortgage rather than my Superannuation which whilst...
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    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    I didn't say you couldn't get them, just that they seem to be less popular than they once were :) I'm talking from a regional perspective, but with those figures you can see why Parliamentarians are commenting how people on 90K+ are doing it hard, house prices down here range from around...
  41. tazwegion

    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    Thanks time, that was an interesting article/demonstration you linked us to there! ;) LEDs & case lighting products are generally considered to be out of fashion (purely functional is the new black) :p Oh okay, things must be a little different there... generally speaking our "personal...
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    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    Rent money is dead money, paying a mortgage allows for all sorts of clever financial benefits like equity loans (ie. a car loan at housing loan rates), in time you'll eventually own the property outright and you can sell and move to something more upmarket should you so desire... the only...
  43. tazwegion

    Help with safe, secure storage of video footage

    Funny you should mention that... I was listening to ABC overnight radio last month and they were talking about how the chemicals used in modern photographic production (paper etc.) have changed and they won't be able to resist the effects of aging anywhere nearly as well as pictures taken say...
  44. tazwegion

    Optical drive stuff

    100 years is a nice optimum serviceable lifespan (CD-R), I don't suppose you have any data on the use of HDD as an infrequent (offline) storage media (for comparison)? ;)
  45. tazwegion

    Help with safe, secure storage of video footage

    Thanks ;) Seems the downside to last Century's digital revolution is the increased risk of loss in terms of historical (and personal) data which in the previous period would have been allocated to alternate media ie. photographs & books/journals :(
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    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    According to Weatherzone you should be enjoying a radiant 6.6C as of 15 minutes ago (with intermittent rain) ;)
  47. tazwegion

    Help with safe, secure storage of video footage

    I recall a local Public University modifying a VCR to enable use of tape media for backup purposes (VAX/VMS main frame) back in 1989~1990, just how long could someone rely on tape media to remain 100% undegraded? would that translate to all tape media ie. Zip drives & Beta/VHS format cassettes?
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    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    It's the advertising and web based discussion that had me pondering the gaming PC's segment percentile because be it virtual peer group pressure, One-upmanship or pure ignorance on what a consumer actually requires all would surely contribute to the market demand. Indeed, but such...
  49. tazwegion

    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    Apparently common sense isn't at all as common as we would naturally expect (ie. the Hardly Normal HP system I mentioned earlier) :( So you essentially mean "gamer" style systems, wouldn't these comprise a growing percentile of the current PC industry/market? From your responses I guess...
  50. tazwegion

    question HDD thermal management (keeping your cool)

    Thanks, I'd appreciate that ;) Just last month I had a PC come to me with boot "looping issues" that was nothing more than a fouled up OS installation (and possibly more Mal-ware than I've seen in some time), it's mid sized Seagate drive (250Gb) passed a disk health check but noted it had...
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