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  1. Konradb Silver Member

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    Hey =)

    I wonder where my rig has it critical points?



    you can view it by clicking the computer next to my name
  2. jay2 Games developer

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    Hi there,

    I'm still not quite sure what you mean, can you go in to more detail on what you'd like to know/need help with please?

    Thanks.
  3. pupuplader Tech Member

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    I think he is referring to where his system is getting bottle necked or what should be upgraded.
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  5. georgeks Tech Support Team

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    Hi

    I'd say the PSU is on the Low Range nowdays, and since the system supports it, why not 8G memory?

    HDD: IDE? you can get the same -or close to it- capacity with 2 SATA drives (preferable Raptors or Velociraptors at 10000RPM) plus a RAID 0. That will speed up your system!...-and empty your pocket as well..
  6. Konradb Silver Member

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    yeh.. the PSU is a 550W, thats low or?

    Well.. 8GB of RAM is unnecessary for me when Ive got 4GB and thats totally enough for me.

    2GB is 667MHz
    2GB is 800MHz but is 667 because my other 2gbs are 667.

    I am only using 2GBs max when playing Just Cause 2 for example and thats a pretty huge game. So 8GB is a waste of money, but the PSU, yeh, would it make a difference?
  7. pupuplader Tech Member

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    Hi Konradb,

    I am sorry that you have not recieved a reply yet. Do you still require assistance, if so I will get someone to help you out?

    Thanks,
    Pupuplader
  8. Konradb Silver Member

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    *ye%*ye%
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    It appears you have a onboard sound device (fail), get a good Creative soundcard instead...
  10. pupuplader Tech Member

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    Hello Konradb, do you still require assistance?
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    Whats the difference with/without?


    Please inform me.;)
  12. pupuplader Tech Member

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    It depends on your speaker set up... if you just have headphones then you dont need a sound card at all. I have a 7.1 surround sound setup though I still dont use a sound card... I use the HDMI out on my video card to a preamp/receiver.
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  14. pupuplader Tech Member

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    I would recommend getting a sound card then for those speakers.
  15. Konradb Silver Member

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    Is the sound improved or whats happening if I buy one?

    What if it doesnt fit in my case?;)
  16. pupuplader Tech Member

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    Take a read though this article:HowStuffWorks "How Sound Cards Work"

    Summary: surround sound audio output with differet decoding ability, better 3-D audio output for gaming, and high user control of audio output.

    Do you have an open PCIe x16 slot open?

    However if you are not an audiophile like myself you probably dont need a sound card.

    Best of luck.
    Pupuplader

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