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by Matrix
Thu Mar 08, 2012 10:24 pm
Forum: PTMC Cafe
Topic: Why are all hubcaps terrible?
Replies: 41
Views: 2863

Re: Why are all hubcaps terrible?

This thread is screwed, amusing tho lol
by Matrix
Wed Mar 07, 2012 10:44 pm
Forum: PTMC Cafe
Topic: Why are all hubcaps terrible?
Replies: 41
Views: 2863

Re: Why are all hubcaps terrible?

the engine provides the braking. So you're going 60 and you need to go 30. If you let "the engine provide the breaking", you put it 4th and let the engine slow your speed. Dude, that's breaking with the clutch . You don't know how to drive a stick. :P :P :P People do that when I let them ...
by Matrix
Wed May 05, 2010 9:42 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: OC steps for my i7 920
Replies: 29
Views: 4493

Re:

ReadyMan wrote: It's gonna take a bit to get the thermal paste here....
You don't have any left over from the syringe that came with the cooler?
By the looks of the syringe in the picture on newegg there should be enough to do 20 CPUs in that thing.
by Matrix
Wed May 05, 2010 6:29 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: OC steps for my i7 920
Replies: 29
Views: 4493

Remount that cooler.
When u take it off, snap a picture of old thermal paste spread, so we can see if maybe u put too much or not enough.
by Matrix
Thu Apr 23, 2009 3:49 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Auto login on Vista
Replies: 6
Views: 978

Wolfe when are u going to put krom on the payroll? He's like ur personal PC tech. lol
by Matrix
Mon Jun 30, 2008 10:50 pm
Forum: PTMC Cafe
Topic: just a hello from an Descent fool
Replies: 24
Views: 2439

Nothings changed I see :P
by Matrix
Sat Nov 17, 2007 12:37 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Post the Tech/Tech news sites here!
Replies: 5
Views: 970

Re:

Krom wrote:www.anandtech.com

Trumps them all.
+
www.hardocp.com
by Matrix
Wed Nov 07, 2007 3:00 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: web hosting suggestions
Replies: 2
Views: 588

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by Matrix
Wed Aug 15, 2007 2:27 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: It's time to OC my 4400
Replies: 8
Views: 1107

Ah I remember the thread when I helped u pick out all the parts for this PC =)
by Matrix
Sun Apr 29, 2007 10:36 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: How safe are echecks - Paypal
Replies: 1
Views: 706

Just don't ship the item until the echeck clears.

I've never had a problem with them, I get them all the time.

Only thing i hate about then is they take 1-2 weeks to clear -_-
by Matrix
Sun Mar 04, 2007 11:01 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Driver: You are Wheelman
Replies: 13
Views: 1317

haha
What is this guys first language?
by Matrix
Mon Feb 19, 2007 8:23 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Dual Monitor management software?
Replies: 6
Views: 1046

I use Ultramon / nview to manage everything on my 3 screens.
by Matrix
Sun Feb 18, 2007 8:36 pm
Forum: PTMC Cafe
Topic: I'm back!
Replies: 15
Views: 1366

I've been too busy, that time went by so fast. lol

Felt like u were gone 4 days then bam ur IM pops up.
by Matrix
Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:05 am
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop
Replies: 3
Views: 13007

sold
by Matrix
Tue Dec 26, 2006 10:55 am
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop
Replies: 3
Views: 13007

price drop
by Matrix
Sun Dec 10, 2006 3:27 am
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop
Replies: 3
Views: 13007

BTW I'd take an Dual Core Opteron 165 or higher as a trade if its a good clocker.
by Matrix
Sun Dec 10, 2006 2:32 am
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop
Replies: 3
Views: 13007

FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop

FS: IBM Thinkpad x31 Ultra Portable Centrino 12.1” Laptop P-M 1.6GHz 60GB Dock I accept Paypal and USPS Money orders. Heat: D3kTrix 17+ 100% eBay: Descent14 334+ 100% I guarantee this laptop will be everything I say is, and work 100% perfect or you can return it for a full refund (except shipping). ...
by Matrix
Thu Oct 05, 2006 7:22 am
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: Compaq Proliant DL380's for sale - 4U
Replies: 2
Views: 3573

Would you sell the RAM?
by Matrix
Thu Mar 30, 2006 10:32 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: circuit question
Replies: 18
Views: 1430

SS is 100% correct; you would either need 4 panels or a voltage multiplier. You need to get that charge voltage higher then the batteries unloaded voltage to push the current in.
Just like how ur 12v car battery charges at 13-15v.

What type of battery is it tho? NiMH? LiPolly?
by Matrix
Fri Mar 24, 2006 8:47 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Want to upgrade puter enough to play Oblivion mid-ranged.
Replies: 20
Views: 1458

If you had trouble figuring out what type of CPU u had I don't think you should mess with overclocking :P

Even overclocked tho that system will be a massive bottle neck if you slap a newer card into it.
by Matrix
Thu Mar 16, 2006 12:06 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Someone recommend a Photo Printer Plz
Replies: 14
Views: 1357

Well he got a 5k system for free, so after that I wouldnt really care about paying $35 for a cable either :P
by Matrix
Wed Mar 15, 2006 10:09 pm
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: Logitech G7 mouse $16.82 after MIR amazon.com good to 03/20
Replies: 2
Views: 2331

ya got me one too =)

Deals dead now tho
by Matrix
Wed Mar 15, 2006 10:08 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Someone recommend a Photo Printer Plz
Replies: 14
Views: 1357

Re:

Iceman wrote:Ok I bought the cable for another $35. So ... I have a total of like $150 in the printer, cable, 2 sets of paper, and 2 sets of cartridges. I just installed it all and printed some stuff and they look great. Not such a bad deal for $150 ...
lol USB cable for $35... laf


sorry =)
by Matrix
Tue Mar 14, 2006 8:59 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: lazer wireless mouse
Replies: 16
Views: 1275

Re:

IMO switching batteries is better then having to put it on the base. I only takes a few seconds to switch out the batt on the G7 and bam full charge. With a mouse that has to be put on a base to charge, there can be hours of down time. WTH man, dont you ever sleep? :P heh, not really :P Sometimes i...
by Matrix
Mon Mar 13, 2006 1:44 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: lazer wireless mouse
Replies: 16
Views: 1275

Re:

i do like that g7, but the swapping battery thing is a kind of turnoff....why cant they just use a charging dock like the MX1000 does? and why exactly is the MX1000 bad for gaming? too heavy or what? IMO switching batteries is better then having to put it on the base. I only takes a few seconds to ...
by Matrix
Mon Mar 13, 2006 1:29 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: CD drawer opening by itself
Replies: 6
Views: 855

Re:

Flatlander wrote:If it only happens in Windows, yeah, check for viruses, etc. If it also happens during boot-up or in the BIOS, for example, then the drive is probably bad.
Ditto, sounds like its dead.
by Matrix
Thu Mar 09, 2006 5:41 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: lazer wireless mouse
Replies: 16
Views: 1275

what? g7 is $69 shipped http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetail.jsp?ProductCode=211157 I just bought 1 about 3 weeks ago, love it. I also have an MX1000 but like krom said about it's not a gaming mouse. IMO: -The best "windows" mouse ever is the MX1000 -The best wireless gaming mouse i...
by Matrix
Thu Mar 09, 2006 5:26 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: AMD Gets a Beating, Intel Takes Performance Crown
Replies: 41
Views: 3628

You guys all missed the most important thing.... They are comparing an Intel CPU that doesn't come out for another 6 months to an AMD CPU that has been out. You don't think AMD will have anything to match this in 6 months? You know AMD is back in there labs reading this, laughing like crazy \"Y...
by Matrix
Sat Feb 25, 2006 5:34 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: View VCR on laptop
Replies: 9
Views: 852

Re:

MD-2389 wrote:I wouldn't advise it. Find one that supports Firewire and you're in business, but honestly unless it has a tuner built in then its not worth the money spent trying to make it work.
Why firewire? USB 2.0 is faster.
by Matrix
Wed Feb 22, 2006 5:11 pm
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: transaction feedback: Matrix
Replies: 2
Views: 2068

=)

Thanks, glad you like the board.

Ferno was also great to deal with, instant payment & very friendly. Recommended =)
by Matrix
Wed Feb 22, 2006 5:03 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: 7900 GTX soon to be released
Replies: 24
Views: 1388

Re:

the one I was looking at wasnt a cheapo, and its got some great reviews on it, right up there with DFIs, I just cant afford a DFI, nor do I particularily like them. DFI totally destroys Epox in every way, Epox has a good board here and there but they still can't hold a candle to the flexibility and...
by Matrix
Tue Feb 21, 2006 8:55 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Speaker Hum
Replies: 9
Views: 1113

Re:

Canuck wrote:Turn down or mute the inputs to the other sources that you don't use.
Ditto, mute ur mic if u have one plugged in.

I had the same problem a while back, it was my mic.
by Matrix
Wed Feb 15, 2006 7:02 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Looking for a A64 Board
Replies: 10
Views: 1052

Re:

Immortal Lobster wrote:Dont get ASRock

Epox, DFI and ASUS are my recomendations
ASRock is a devision of ASUS, it's their cheaper line.
by Matrix
Wed Feb 08, 2006 9:06 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: New machine...finally!
Replies: 6
Views: 931

Everything looks good to me Gen, tho good burners the plextor are crazy exspensive. For less then half the cost you can get an NEC 3500A.

Put the money from that towards the RAM :P
by Matrix
Thu Feb 02, 2006 1:40 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: firefox updated
Replies: 12
Views: 1018

Mine just updated like 2 min ago, didn't seem to bork any of my extensions.
by Matrix
Wed Jan 25, 2006 11:19 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: I shoulda listened to the warning
Replies: 7
Views: 809

Re:

But what's the point? Just for a few dozen megs, why risk screwing up your drive? Guess it's necessary to have that last season of Family Guy, huh? :P Cuz who thinks it will actually kill the drive? :P And like krom said Plextor drives haven't been that great for having to pay 2x the price. I paid ...
by Matrix
Wed Jan 25, 2006 11:16 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: XP Tweaks
Replies: 6
Views: 988

Re:

I don't know where you heard that, but disabling the page file, and prefetch will both do far more to harm windows performance then speed it up. I have 1 GB of RAM and a 1536 MB page file, just set the page file around 1.5 times larger then your ram but on a partiton where it will not become fragme...
by Matrix
Wed Jan 25, 2006 9:11 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: My 2nd computer just went down
Replies: 23
Views: 1525

CompUSA PSU's are trash, at 3 times the cost.

Get a $30 Fortron or Antec from newegg/zzf.

250w Fortron will totally murder a 500w CompUSA PSU.
by Matrix
Tue Jan 24, 2006 6:10 pm
Forum: The DBB Marketplace
Topic: FS: G.Skill LE 1GB Set PC4400 / Fortron 530w PSU / Lian Li
Replies: 4
Views: 2397

G.Skill LE's - SOLD
by Matrix
Tue Jan 24, 2006 12:34 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Monitor extension cables
Replies: 5
Views: 694

You don't need a certain type of cable for diff size monitors, just for bigger monitors you need a higher quality cable.

When using an extension cable on a visual device you always buy the best cable you can get since you are already pushing it by using more cabling and more points of connection.