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"I need a New PC!" 2011 Edition of SSD's for everyone! |OT|
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Kadey said:
If they are 4870 1GB cards, probably a little boost. If they are 4870 512MB cards, pretty significant. 2x48701GB is roughly equal (but slightly worse) than a 5870. A 560 is roughly equal to a 5870.
You'll have a lot better performance in games that aren't optimized for Crossfire though.
Flying_Phoenix said:
I got a new B3 MSI mobo from newegg. I bookmarked "P67 motherboard" and checked it every 20 minutes or so when using a computer. I managed to get the MSI board within 2 minutes of it selling out. It was only in stock for about an hour.
mclaren777
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I swapped the primary boot drive to a SATA 2.0 port and it still gave me the "Disk Read Error" message, but when I swapped back to the original SATA 3.0 port I was greeted with this message...
mclaren777 said:
you could also switch/replace the cables (not likely it'll help much)
but really unless the SATA port just died, I think the problem will be with the SSD/HDD
the "disk read error" error is pretty serious as far as I know, if it was just some data corruption you would at least see Windows7 repair pop-up or something...
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mclaren777 said:I swapped the primary boot drive to a SATA 2.0 port and it still gave me the "Disk Read Error" message, but when I swapped back to the original SATA 3.0 port I was greeted with this message...
OK that's at least data corruption ... I guess the quick fix would be reinstalling Windows but honestly if BOOTMGR just disappears for no reason I wouldn't trust the HDD/SSD
try to hook it up to another pc and run something like HDTune PRO or Crystaldisk Info
It seems as though my girlfriend's moms' old computer has finally died, and she wants to get anything she can off her hard drive. So old it's IDE however, and of course my mobo only has got SATA. Will this work for my needs?
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0267067
http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0267067
TouchMyBox
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mclaren777 said:I swapped the primary boot drive to a SATA 2.0 port and it still gave me the "Disk Read Error" message, but when I swapped back to the original SATA 3.0 port I was greeted with this message...
Do you have a windows disk?
Check it out, yo.
mclaren777
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TouchMyBox
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I hope you have a nice cardboard box laying around.
mclaren777
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The only other computer I have doesn't support SATA so I can't test it here.n0n44m said:Seriously just test that SSD somewhere else, seems borked
TouchMyBox
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mclaren777 said:
Look on the bright side, you now have a totally legitimate reason to buy a Vertex 3.
If swapping cables/ports doesn't solve anything ->
You could try to install an OS (my Win7 disc doesn't need activation first 30 days) to the other HDD and see if you can access it from there, or if you can read it out using Crystaldisk Info/HDtune PRO
or if you don't mind losing the data (if it's not lost already..) you could then try to run Windows 7 installer, format it and reinstall (if it recognizes it in the first place) , but even if it will work I wouldn't trust such an HDD/SSD
but yeah this seems RMA time :/
You could try to install an OS (my Win7 disc doesn't need activation first 30 days) to the other HDD and see if you can access it from there, or if you can read it out using Crystaldisk Info/HDtune PRO
or if you don't mind losing the data (if it's not lost already..) you could then try to run Windows 7 installer, format it and reinstall (if it recognizes it in the first place) , but even if it will work I wouldn't trust such an HDD/SSD
but yeah this seems RMA time :/
mclaren777
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I managed to get to the Command Prompt from the Windows disc...
Going to re-ask these, any help would be appreciated:
How hard will it be to swap my boot drive (from a Vertex 2 that I ordered, to a Vertex 3 when it comes out)? I assume the BIOS settings will remain the same, so is it anything beyond a reinstall of the OS and apps?
During the 40m how-to video in the op, he went too fast when listing the initial BIOS settings (like ACHI), is there a text guide for what settings I should use? Especially if I want to minimize boot time.
How hard will it be to swap my boot drive (from a Vertex 2 that I ordered, to a Vertex 3 when it comes out)? I assume the BIOS settings will remain the same, so is it anything beyond a reinstall of the OS and apps?
During the 40m how-to video in the op, he went too fast when listing the initial BIOS settings (like ACHI), is there a text guide for what settings I should use? Especially if I want to minimize boot time.
mclaren777
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Still no luck.
Dynamic3 said:
swap drive: nah just reinstall Win+Apps and you're done
you could theoretically copy/ghost the data from one disk to the next but I haven't really looked into it ... thought that Crucial had a usb device+software tool available with their SSD starter packages so you could easily transfer data from your old disk
BIOS settings: Everything stock first, but before booting/installing Windows I personally always disable all on board devices I don't use. Parallel port/Firewire/Audio/Extra Sata controller and so on, I've got them all disabled. Just to make sure Windows doesn't load any unnecessary drivers for stuff I don't use.
For fast boot you'd want to disable stuff like the Complete memory check [quick check is fine, takes a second or two], disable Full screen boot and all other checks. On my new Asus board I can even select how many seconds it should display the bios POST screen, so set that to lowest as well if you have the option.
(generally all the extra (hdd) controllers with their own boot sequence take the most time when booting, so disabling these like I said should give you the most gains)
mclaren777
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I think it's time to give up and contact Samsung.
On second thought I think one 128 GB SSD as the OS drive is good enough. I've been installing other games on my RAID1, and while the install time is a little long, the run-time performance isn't much slower. I think the combination of DirectX and system files loading from the SSD in parallel to 2x traditional HDD read speeds for game files is adequate for now.
Also steam is growing on me. I hated it at first because I saw it as unnecessary and it made manual control harder (still hate how I can't seem to control game updates). But having 2 PCs now and multiple games, I like how I still own my games on all PCs and the library organization.
/livejournal
Also steam is growing on me. I hated it at first because I saw it as unnecessary and it made manual control harder (still hate how I can't seem to control game updates). But having 2 PCs now and multiple games, I like how I still own my games on all PCs and the library organization.
/livejournal
Grimm Fandango
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My computer is running fine now on the 2 working SATA ports of my P8P67. I'm kinda worried that if I get the replacement, I might screw something up taking everything off my old one and putting them on my new one. Don't really foresee myself using more than 2 SATA devices at once. Should I take the chance?
MrBelmontvedere
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golem said:
the GTX 590, which is dual 580s on a single card. should launch sometime this month.
golem said:
You're the one with the sexy M3 aren't you? And soon you're going to have a GTX 590. Well played sir, well played! *Tips hat*
P.S, what sort of MPG do you get on that bad boy, and have you chipped it yet? Think you'll be surprised out how much of an improvement the Unichips make. Better speed, torque, rev balance along with more power and, believe it or, better fuel efficiency.
Flying_Phoenix
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Do the TPU and EPU on ASUS boards live up to the hype?
My 8800gtx is definitely on its way out, it served well for 4 years though. Seems like it might be a good time to go for the high end again, most people are guessing the next gen is coming next year at the earliest? I just saw the 6990 previews with 2x8 pcie connectors, crazy stuffnib95 said:
Hmm I think I average about 14mpg, which is pretty terrible. I havent chipped yet, not sure if I want to go down that road yet (have a pretty modded S4, know the guys at GIAC and theyre always trying to get me to pick up their M3 chip). I have heard there are good gains from chipping though
Shed_a_Ninja
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I already posted this in the Alan Wake thread, but it got drowned out due to some retarded debate, so here goes again-
I've been doing a lot of PC gaming lately (on my comfy couch, mind you), and I have been connecting my Windows 7 gaming laptop to my 32 inch LCD Polaroid TV through an HDMI cable.
However, I booted it up tonight without being connected to my television only to find out that my Windows start panel taskbar and Internet Explorer look Windows 98-ish.
Does anyone know if the reason is because I removed the HDMI cable? Also, I am unable to turn my laptop's speakers on.
Is Windows Explorer acting up on me? If So, how do I fix it?
I've been doing a lot of PC gaming lately (on my comfy couch, mind you), and I have been connecting my Windows 7 gaming laptop to my 32 inch LCD Polaroid TV through an HDMI cable.
However, I booted it up tonight without being connected to my television only to find out that my Windows start panel taskbar and Internet Explorer look Windows 98-ish.
Does anyone know if the reason is because I removed the HDMI cable? Also, I am unable to turn my laptop's speakers on.
Is Windows Explorer acting up on me? If So, how do I fix it?
Conflict NZ
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Shed_a_Ninja said:
What.
Also, check your windows theme by right clicking on the desktop and hitting personalize. Windows 7 basic looks like windows 98, if it is that just change it to an aero theme.
Shed_a_Ninja
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Conflict NZ said:
Hmm... I just checked, and it's not because of the theme. I didn't even fool around with those settings.
A few things must have been unchecked in Windows Explorer's "Services" folder, now that I think about it.
golem said:
Today, 6950 CF. Tomorrow, it could be GTX 590, AMD 6990, GTX 670 SLI, or AMD 7850 CF.
I have 6950 CF. At 1080, it pays nearly everything at max settings at solid 60 fps. Only exception so far is Metro 2033 (somewhere around 40-50, I'd have to measure).
shinobi602
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So I'm planning on getting the AMD Phenom II X6.
I've heard a lot of great things about it and wondering if it's a keeper for gaming. Also, pretty future proof?
I've heard a lot of great things about it and wondering if it's a keeper for gaming. Also, pretty future proof?
Flying_Phoenix
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shinobi602 said:
If you are going to overclock it is one of the better CPU's out there.
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Flying_Phoenix said:
Ok nice to hear that! I've said before in other threads, I'm not PC savvy, this would be my first PC I build. I'm interested in overclocking, but don't want to mess anything up.
My first question of course would be, would overclocking be necessary with that CPU? I mean...are there games out there that would really push it beyond its limits?
Second question, Phenom II X6 uses the AM3 socket, is AMD planning to introduce a new socket anytime soon? I don't want to buy a new motherboard with that socket type if a new one's coming soon after...
black_vegeta
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Grimm Fandango
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black_vegeta said:
No that motherboard isn't okay. It must LGA 1155 socket type for Sandy Bridge.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...ption=&Ntk=&CFG=&SpeTabStoreType=&srchInDesc=
Only a few are available now due to the recall though.
And that Windows is fine.
Flying_Phoenix
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shinobi602 said:
While the X6 is a pretty powerful CPU it isn't the best out there. If you are looking for future proof go with the 2500K. And yes overclocking is recommended on that and it is very safe. As for pushing beyond its limits well in most games the only thing you have to worry about is the video card.
And from what I understand the AM3 sockets were suppose to be used for Bulldozer but that has been scrapped.
black_vegeta said:
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Flying_Phoenix
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black_vegeta said:
If u aren't going to use the features dont bother wasting the money. Get a lower tier one.
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shinobi602 said:
Yes, it would be necessary. Most games out there aren't designed for as many cores as you'll have, so you'll need snappier cores. 3.9-4.0 is very attainable with a 1090 or 1100.
The AM3+ socket mobos are supposed to be out in a month or two. Procs will follow after. You'll be able to use AM3 procs in AM3+ mobos, but not AM3+ procs in AM3 mobos.
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