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by Marbus
January 29, 2007, 9:39 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: How does this setup look?
Replies: 21
Views: 2727

2 Things, that is the 520 watt PS, I went with the 620 in case I wanted to do SLI, I don't think 520 will be enough for 2 GTSs. The reviews on the 620 Corsair are all 5s too or at least there were, can't beat the warranty on that kind of PS. Secondly I think you will like the board. It got the edito...
by Marbus
January 29, 2007, 9:36 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: How does this setup look?
Replies: 21
Views: 2727

31 degrees? Hrm... I put a line of AC just like it said too on the website to cover both cores and it definitely was slippery with the big heat sink. What does your MB usually run at? My processor is usually about 4 degrees cooler than the MB. Thus under load I'm running about 42 degrees and the pro...
by Marbus
January 29, 2007, 6:56 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: How does this setup look?
Replies: 21
Views: 2727

Well your board isn't SLI anymore :) I just purchased the Asus P5N-E SLI board with the 650i chipset and I'm very happy with it and I think it will save you about $45. It's kind of picky on the ram but I installed 2GB of the G.Skill PC2-800 and have been rock solid with the only issue being the heat...
by Marbus
January 29, 2007, 2:12 pm
Forum: Vanguard - Saga of Heroes
Topic: All bullshit aside... who's going to be playing?
Replies: 41
Views: 14098

Yes Miir I have :) With an OC E6400, 2GB of DDR2-800 and an 8800 GTS I expected much better performance than I'm getting in EQ2. However I will admit that the max textures and HDL looks nice when it works... Still undecided on Vanguard, will probably wait a few months at least. As I said, having a t...
by Marbus
January 27, 2007, 12:01 am
Forum: Vanguard - Saga of Heroes
Topic: All bullshit aside... who's going to be playing?
Replies: 41
Views: 14098

OK... well by scream I mean more than 5fps :) My friend just built a new system (he went by Kashi in EQ) and his is running 40-50 fps, the only difference is he has a GTX and I have a GTS... should make some difference but it should be much better than what I had. Runs Oblivion like a champ... didn'...
by Marbus
January 26, 2007, 5:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question to old school veeshanites
Replies: 56
Views: 7566

OK, I'm looking at that list and I don't see the most important guild of all... where is <TED CLUB> ? I know... I know the first rule of Ted Club was, don't talk about it but still!?!?!?!?!? For me my guild stuff is as follows... Crimson Guard Obsidian Overlords / Crimson Guard to become Obsidian Gu...
by Marbus
January 26, 2007, 5:35 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Students throw a Stereotype Party
Replies: 21
Views: 2242

Personally I don't see what the big deal is... it says stereotypes. By definition they realize that they were dressing not as normal africian americans but as those sterotype... people get WAY too upset over this kind of stuff. It's a FREE Country, if someone wants to be a racist bigot, that's their...
by Marbus
January 26, 2007, 5:19 pm
Forum: Vanguard - Saga of Heroes
Topic: All bullshit aside... who's going to be playing?
Replies: 41
Views: 14098

No idea yet... never got to play my beta account much because my machine wouldn't play it... but it should scream on my new system AND I'm out of character slots in EQ2 so I'm thinking about getting the pass thingy anyway so I might pick it up. If I do, let me know what server you are going to be on...
by Marbus
January 25, 2007, 12:24 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Need some help
Replies: 8
Views: 1329

If you are just trying to get the data I'm not sure what PW will keep that if it's not the boot drive... may be a 3rd party program. However it's also likely that windows is seeing that drive as a drive letter that is already in use... so try this... Install it and boot into windows, right click on ...
by Marbus
January 23, 2007, 6:20 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

Sweet! It looks like the Overclocking definitely made a difference too with the 3d numbers. We have Ultimate Alliance for the original X-Box and it looks pretty damn nice on that as well.

Marb
by Marbus
January 23, 2007, 4:54 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

What sucks is that I've heard NWN2 is just as bad but I don't have that... I'm sure some fanbois will argue that it's because it takes so long to develope a good RPG... well now we have Oblivion so that can take that arguement and shove it :) EQ2 really is an amazing engine, and I have heard that Va...
by Marbus
January 23, 2007, 4:44 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

I got a 620 watt Corsair / Seasonic PS so that I could add a GTS or I guess I have 85 days to see if they release something better or I want to go with a GTX... wish I had got the 6600 now though with the 4MB of cache. EQ2 is sooooo processor dependant I need all the speed I can get. The GTS can run...
by Marbus
January 23, 2007, 4:22 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

Yes that's under SP2 with a GTS remember and a 6400. I suspect with a non OCed 6600 and a GTX you should be around 10,000-12,000. I thought that the only unlocked chip was the extreme edition... going to have to check on that because I would love to just OC the processor and not everything else. Marb
by Marbus
January 23, 2007, 3:15 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

I'm running the 6400 stock with the Zalman, it's about 36-36 degrees most of the time, then about 40 under heavy load. Perhaps I didn't put enough greese but the heatsink (zalman 9700) was sliding all over the place trying to put it in (wasn't going to attempt doing it in the case). My guess is that...
by Marbus
January 21, 2007, 5:37 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: BFGTech vs. EVGA 8800GTX
Replies: 15
Views: 1510

Remember with EVGA you do have the stepup program for 90 days after purchase. That means if they realease an upgrade card you want within that time you can just pay the difference and upgrade... not that I think there will be new card in 90 days but you never know...
by Marbus
January 20, 2007, 3:18 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

Win is that with the default Heatsink? I got my stuff in tonight but have been rebuiding my wife a new (for her, hehe) PC. Picked up this GREAT CoolerMaster case for $50 (no PS) Centurion I think... If I didn't already have my 1080 Antec I would order one... may have to anyway cause the 8800GTS is a...
by Marbus
January 20, 2007, 3:10 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: BFGTech vs. EVGA 8800GTX
Replies: 15
Views: 1510

I got my mom an OC'ed BFG card last year and it has been great. I got the BFG because of their CS and I knew if she had issues it would be easier. However my 6800GT and my new 8800 GTS are both EVGA. I like the trade up program and the GT has been rock solid running 24x7 for almost 2 years now and I...
by Marbus
January 19, 2007, 12:51 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Next target for the war on terror?
Replies: 37
Views: 3606

Well this Democrat, who could probably actually bring about peace with Iran and possibly Iraq if given the chance will abstain from this converstaion...

However I would like to know where you are getting gas at $1.60 a gallon. I've filled up twice this month at $2.32 for 93 octane.

Marb
by Marbus
January 19, 2007, 12:47 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: So apparently warrantless spying wasn't really critical?
Replies: 73
Views: 7026

Ah I see the last 2 posters actually believe the bullshit spewed forth from the Republican juggerknot. Listen guys, Clinton had the SAME Terrorism expert in charge that Reagan and Bush Sr. had. If you would go back and check it was the Republican Senate that didn't want us policing the world. Most o...
by Marbus
January 18, 2007, 12:13 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: So apparently warrantless spying wasn't really critical?
Replies: 73
Views: 7026

Personally I would like to see the Republicans gain back the Senate then have a Dem in the WH and them controlling the House. Thus the right bills get started but if it's some whacko "fell off the left side" bill the Senate can stop it...

Marb
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 6:44 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Forgot about the mines of Mildrath, done those 4 or 5 times, very fun with a low to mid 50s group, Achedism (sp) above Crushbone is a lot of fun with some very good drops for early 60s. How far are you on CoF? I'm having a bitch with some of the collection part, perhaps I should look up where to fin...
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 6:08 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Sweet! May head back there instead of SoS tonight!
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 5:53 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Done the first 2 parts, need to do the Sol Eye part to get my lion... now I have to make it a priority!
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 5:21 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

What Title? I've done all the Mara island quests that weren't heroic, is there some title you can get from those monks? Clue me in :)

Marb
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 4:53 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Miir I think your assessment is pretty much right on target. I did not play EQ2 at release but started about 10 months after release and have been playing for about 18-20 months now. I played WoW from realease until I started playing EQ2 but didn't play a lot the last few months... I never even made...
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 4:34 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: PC gone wild...
Replies: 12
Views: 1246

Very scary...
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 1:23 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Agree on Klock Kilmoll... spent a little time there for quests, currently working on Raincaller but try to avoid it as well. I have sky but haven't spent too much time there, thanks for the information. Tonight is my night to play so I may head to SoS and TT tonight and check out those quests. Exp g...
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy B-Day Noel
Replies: 28
Views: 2299

Can't believe I missed this, happy birthday man!

Marb
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 12:33 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Wu Camp in LFay which is right past the zone in from Butcherblock. Be careful there though because the MOBs in the area on 59-60. There are a couple of quests right at the zone in from GFay as well, one of which willl eventually take you to the Wu camp. Being evil you can't get the quests from the R...
by Marbus
January 16, 2007, 10:13 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 7950 GT?
Replies: 11
Views: 1597

It's the one with the white spreader on it, was like $225 I think. I got it because the 3rd person on the review had just purchased it for the same MB and said it recognized it with the right timings and voltages first boot... we shall see if he was correct, heh.

Marb
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 11:10 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

I've put about 6 AAs into them, just to boost a couple of combat moves, otherwise everything is in the old area. Now in Beta I played around a bunch and came up with some cool and very good configs but... not starting from scratch like in beta either. Yea Mid, even my wife thinks Fay is beautiful an...
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 11:07 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 7950 GT?
Replies: 11
Views: 1597

NewEgg dropped the EVGA 8800 GTS to like $350 with rebate... felt that was too good to pass up since I got an SLI motherboard. Ended up going with the E6400 and the Asus P5N-E SLI. It got the Editors choice at Motherboards.org and has decent reviews on New Egg as well. Seems to work well with the GS...
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 2:57 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

So if you reset your AAs you can't move them to the other one? That's odd...
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 2:56 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Notebook Purchase Thoughts? - ASUS G1-AK008M
Replies: 11
Views: 1768

Have you priced out the Dell Inspirons? Not necessarly the XPS as I think that will add about a grand but I think you can get the M1710 or whatever with a similar card for about the same price.
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 1:54 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

I think you can reset your AA points and move them to either but don't worry about it, just explore Fay and you will get 6-10 pts to put in the new area. The AA exp points a huge in Fay, just run around all the zones before you even worry about killing. Also when you kill a named mob it will give yo...
by Marbus
January 15, 2007, 1:06 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Travel to Nek or TS and wait for the boat :)

Marb
by Marbus
January 14, 2007, 6:18 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

/yell GHOST TO ZONE...
/yell shit...
/yell GHOST AND HAG TO ZONE
by Marbus
January 14, 2007, 5:45 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Revamping My System
Replies: 118
Views: 28838

So I was going to get the E6400 and OC it, from the reports I've seen it's very Overclockable and is still $100 less than the E6600, do you think the extra 2MB of cache will make big difference in the future? That was my original choice but trying to save $$$... Also, I know it's been a couple of mo...
by Marbus
January 14, 2007, 5:25 pm
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

Depends Kyoukan on what you like to do... If you like to heal, Furies are very easy to solo and freakin' amazinly powerful for a priest class, especially at higher levels. My monk and 2 furies can AoE mobs for crazy experience. If you want a tank, I would say monk or bruiser. Both can tank effective...
by Marbus
January 14, 2007, 1:15 am
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: 7950 GT?
Replies: 11
Views: 1597

7950 GT?

Ok, finally going to upgrade... Looking at the ASUS 650i board, Zalman HS, Intel Core 2 E6400 (will OC), 2GB of Corsiar PC800 and a new PowerSupply as well as a couple of SATA drives. So... Video... purchasing all that (freakin' RAM is $250) there is NO way I can afford a 8800 GTS or GTX right now.....
by Marbus
January 14, 2007, 1:07 am
Forum: Everquest 2
Topic: Do these pics look familiar?
Replies: 58
Views: 16920

<--- 58 Monk... Soloed 99.9% of the game. Mid, yes they gave some bonus exp over Christmas but I got from 46 to 57 in about 3 weeks (51 to 57 in 1 week) and I've gotten 58 in the past week. If you don't have EoF, go purchase it now :) Screw the Sinking Sands. At 50 go to Kelethin (just watch out for...
by Marbus
January 12, 2007, 12:18 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: The attack on the US Embassy in Greece
Replies: 6
Views: 637

That one reads a little better though, the one I read this morning said it was probably work of the "leftests"! OMG The Liberals are attacking!

Marb
by Marbus
January 12, 2007, 12:16 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: US military hits an all time low point
Replies: 2
Views: 584

When I saw the title I was sure this was going to be about the fact that they have changed the amount of time people can serve or just removed it all together... but now I know that there were TWO terrible and evil deeds done.

Marb
by Marbus
January 12, 2007, 12:03 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Troop Surge
Replies: 26
Views: 2159

Thanks Noel for the response about the Hostage stuff... people act like that was Carters fault for some reason... Anyhoo, one of the guys I was watching on MSNBC pointed out some easy math that most of us don't think about but makes sense considering part of my job put together the staffing costs on...
by Marbus
January 12, 2007, 11:47 am
Forum: Vanguard - Saga of Heroes
Topic: Vanguard goes LIVE Jan 30th 2007????
Replies: 66
Views: 19583

Since when has Sony ever released a complete product? I was going to say Echos of Faydware but they didn't include the Estate of Unrest... however it could be argued that it should be additional content since they didn't promise it on the box or anything. EoF has been an excellent addition to EQ2.....
by Marbus
January 9, 2007, 10:26 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Zune, we hardly knew yee (Apple Announces iPhone)
Replies: 53
Views: 10369

Man RIM is going to have to do some work to beat that but in regards to email, basic web, phone etc... I'm still in love with my 8700c from Cingular, it's got EDGE3, secure email, calendar etc... I can't wait until they have a version of the perl with a real keyboard. I love my crackberry!

Marb
by Marbus
December 29, 2006, 5:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Marb & Lokisan!
Replies: 7
Views: 665

Thanks guys!

Marb
by Marbus
December 20, 2006, 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Miir and Sylvos!!!!
Replies: 37
Views: 2873

Happy Birthday guys!
by Marbus
December 19, 2006, 5:29 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: Dutch Women's Breasts Getting Larger
Replies: 16
Views: 1116

Boobs are bigger in the US as well, chicks didn't have double Ds with a 24 inch waist back in the 80s... it's the steriods in the beef!

Marb
by Marbus
December 13, 2006, 10:26 pm
Forum: Computers/Technology
Topic: Impressed With Dell
Replies: 16
Views: 1592

There is a review of the new XPS 710 on Firing Squad, they were pretty impressed, gave it an 89%, not bad for a gaming site. They were most impressed with how silent it was. The 710 is the quad core and this one had dual 7950 GTXs.

Marb