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    SATA HDD Running HOT I think

    in Hard Drive and Removable Media

    Posted · Edited by tim_ver

    Is it normal for SATA Hdd's to run hot I have one out side of my case and when I touch it after it has been running for 2 hours it is very hot to the touch. Is this normal?? It is a Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm 400 Gig SATA 3.0gb drive.

    I am running HD Tune and wanted to no what a normal range is and when I should get worried if it gets to a certain temp.?

    Also what are some good ways to keep it cool once I but it back in the case? Should I put it in a 3.5 bay and have fans blowing on it or put it in a 5 1/4 removable case in the tower?

    Thanks

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

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    Yes the core clock is faster on the 8800 GTS G92 Version. I am going for it.

    I also change the hdd's and the DVD and CPU to a 6600. Now it is at $1900+Shipping. Not to bad.

    I wonder if Ii wait until say next June/July if it would be worth it. Heard if I do there are some sweet products coming out and this rig I am after would be about $500 less.

    Arghhhh, Decisions are killing me what to do now.

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

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    Thanks for the info. I saw the Asus DVD reviews so figured it was good one to go with not big on Light scribe but it had good reviews and was black. :) I have a Pioneer now so I was shocked to see bad reviews also on the one you both listed.

    Ideas on which way to go with a case?

    Also is the BFG 512 8800 GTS (G92) Better than the 8800 GTS?

    Thanks

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

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    Jcarle - Thanks for the input.

    So the MOB i am getting is not as good as the Maximus and I should change it? Asus recomended it to me and said it is an easier board to put in after market cpu coolers on then Maximus. ????

    Also what about the case / Psu choices? Ideas.

    The HDD 400GB I have is brand new so I have to use it, may get another one like it then and do a raid 0.

    Ii found the DVD drive but a lot of bad reviews on it, DOA or Dies after 3 months, lots of bad burns ect.

    Fot the CPU I have been told not much of a jump from the 6600 to the 6700 for the extra $$. But I read through Newegg reviews and it seems they still ship out the old series chip and not the GO version. You have a 50/50 chance to get the GO version. Not sure it is worth the risk. Thoughts?

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

    in Hardware Hangout

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    I called ASUS on the motherboard choice and I was looking at the ASUS Maximus series but it has Bios issues now and they say that they get a lot of calls on it so this was the most stable rock solid board and is still with X38 series.

    for the DVD drive I need a black face one and your choice is beige so will not work.

    The 1terabyte hdd will be second the main hdd is a Sata 400gb 7200 rpm hdd by Seagate ST3400633AS. I forgot to add it in the past post.

    Also for video always have had good luck with BFG: Ii think I may goto this one though now seems to be a bit better card: BFG Tech BFGE88512GTSE GeForce 8800GTS (G92) 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Over clock version. Thoughts? only $10 more than other 8800GT above.

    Ideas on ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 Pro 92mm CPU Cooler

    Or

    ZALMAN CNPS5700D-CU 65mm 2 Ball CPU Cooling Fan/Heatsink

    or the cases?

    Thanks

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

    in Hardware Hangout

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    Ok here is my list now. Please chime in. I have a ?? for Case/PSU and the after market CPU fan cooler. I am looking for help on thses two items on which way to go.

    Total Price: $2260 + Shipping

    CASE / PSU??

    COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 Evolution RC-830-KKN3-GP Black Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case

    Thermaltake W0116RU Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version 750W Power Supply

    Or

    COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 Evolution RC-830-KKR3-GP Black Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case Real Power Pro 1000W Power Supply

    Drive

    Western Digital Caviar GP WD10EACS 1TB 5400 to 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM Item #: N82E16822136151

    CPU

    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6700 Kentsfield 2.66GHz LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80562Q6700

    Memory

    Kingston HyperX 4GB(2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model KHX6400D2K2/4G

    Video

    BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOC2E GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card

    MB

    ASUS P5E LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard - Item #: N82E16813131219

    Rom

    ASUS 20X DVD±R DVD Burner with LightScribe Black SATA Model DRW-2014L1T - Item #: N82E16827135156

    PSU

    CORSAIR CMPSU-620HX ATX12V v2.2 and EPS12V 2.91 620W Power Supply 100 - 240 V UL, CUL, CE, CB, FCC Class B, TUV, CCC, C-tick

    O/S

    Microsoft Windows XP Professional 64Bit SP2C - OEM

    Sound

    Creative 70SB046A00000 7.1 Channels PCI Interface Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer Fatal1ty Professional Series

    Extras

    ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 Pro 92mm CPU Cooler

    Or

    ZALMAN CNPS5700D-CU 65mm 2 Ball CPU Cooling Fan/Heatsink

    Plus some Arctic Silver 5 Thermal Compound.

    So what do you all think? Comments, Ideas, Suggestions.

    Thanks

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    Computer Build Hardware Suggestions - Gaming Rig

    in Hardware Hangout

    Posted

    Ripken204: So which case on say newegg would be the top 5?

    I am having an issue with deciding on an MOB myself. I though Ii had it locked into two of them both ASUS MOB's but after reading reviews from people on Newegg I am a bit worried to buy either now. The MOB's were:

    ASUS P5E LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard - Seems to have a major issue with BIOS not working and they have gone through serveral BIOS versions already. Also stated it runs on the warm side and hard to fit an after market cooler on the cpu due to the piping.

    ASUS MAXIMUS FORMULA LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard - This one seems to be a little better as not as much wrong with it. BIOS seems to be an issue on this one as well.

    So what would be so solid MOB's for this CPU and Memory?

    Intel Core 2 Quad Q6700 Kentsfield 2.66GHz LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80562Q6700

    Kingston HyperX 4GB(2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory

    Also looking at going with this OS: Microsoft Windows XP Professional 64Bit SP2C.

    Thanks

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    Case and MOB buying help

    in Hardware Hangout

    Posted

    Ok so for cases I should go with a Cool Master? Any ideas on some? I will be having 3-4 HDDS, two DVD burners and a BFG 8800 GTS video card, 4 gig of Ram and not sure on OS yet but with 4gb guessing it has to be 64 bit.

    I like the Thermaltake W0116RU Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version 750W Power Supply due to it having the efficency raiting of 87% on Newegg. I want a smooth running cool box with low cost to run it. :)

    Or is this a better bet? COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 Evolution RC-830-KKR3-GP Black Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case Real Power Pro 1000W Power Supply

    Ideas would be appriciated.

    Thanks

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    Case and MOB buying help

    in Hardware Hangout

    Posted

    Can someone help me out here. Ii am looking at building out a new system and have it narrowed don to a few cases, the first three Ii would use line four (PS) with and the last line has a 100w already in the box. Let me know your thoughts on this or if there are others anyone would suggest. I am looking for a solid case with good cooling and high efficiency rating. The Thermal lake 750w Power supply has an 87% rating. I am not sure on the Cool Master 1000w built in one. If it helps I now have narrowed down the MOB to two. I am looking at the ASUS P5E LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard $226 or the ASUS MAXIMUS FORMULA LGA 775 Intel X38 ATX Intel Motherboard $259. Which is the way to go for the MOB’s?

    COOLER MASTER CM Stacker STC-T01-UWK Black/ Silver Aluminum / Steel ATX - $149

    COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 Evolution RC-830-KKN3-GP Black Aluminum ATX - $179

    Thermaltake Armor Series VA8003BWS Black Full Tower Case w/ 25CM Fan - $149

    Thermaltake W0116RU Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version 750W Power Supply - $190

    COOLER MASTER Stacker 830 Evolution RC-830-KKR3-GP Black Aluminum ATX Full Tower Computer Case Real Power Pro 1000W Power Supply - $379

    Thanks for your time with this.

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