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by Wiz33
10 Jun 2012, 22:46
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: Yamakasi Catleap 2560X1440
Replies: 4
Views: 2766

I got one of the regular

I got one of the regular (single DVI input) ones for under $400 off eBay with a eBay Square Trade 3 years warranty a few weeks ago. Arrived in less than a week. don't care about dead pixel with such a dense display but was glad that there was no stuck bright pixel (would be much more distracting ...
by Wiz33
22 Oct 2010, 21:24
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: External DVD Drive
Replies: 8
Views: 2991

Re: External DVD Drive

I was getting long freezes with HD activity and the DVD light blinking. Rebooted and the DVD failed to be reconized. Tried to scandisk but got quick BSOD and shutdown. BIOS showed DVD drive vender as some garbage entry and then the drive failed to reconize in XP. Reboot, scandisked, drive vendor ...
by Wiz33
19 Oct 2010, 18:37
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: Video card add on or replacement
Replies: 11
Views: 5513

Re: Video card add on or replacement

Didn't notice that. but wonder if eyfinity will support tri-screen and one extra mon. That would be interesting.
by Wiz33
18 Oct 2010, 18:17
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: Video card add on or replacement
Replies: 11
Views: 5513

Re: Video card add on or replacement

Unfortunately. although there are 4 ports on most ATI cards. only 3 can be used at the same time. The HDMI port will not work while other ports are active since it has HDCP for content protection. Your best bet without going to a 2nd card would be to use one of the USB monitor like a Mimo for the ...
by Wiz33
12 Oct 2010, 23:35
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: NVIDIA Card Suggestions
Replies: 16
Views: 5567

Re: NVIDIA Card Suggestions

I have a GTS 250 (512MB). Circumstances beyond my control made it a faulty GTS 250 with a limited lifespan. So I think it would be wise to keep an eye out for potential replacements.

Power usage is critical here. Besides getting another GTS 250 (512MB) are there any other NVIDIA cards that ...
by Wiz33
20 Sep 2010, 22:04
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: DVI-D or HDMI ???
Replies: 2
Views: 1661

Re: DVI-D or HDMI ???

Is one better to use than the other?

found --> http://forum.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/34579/122868.html


No, only time you need HDMI is if you are using your PC as a HTPC and or you are doing Blu-ray playback.
by Wiz33
04 Aug 2010, 18:27
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

Okay, so I was able to play Starcraft 2 just yesterday at a friends house. I stayed there pretty much until I beat the game. So I have a few comments.

Let me mention that I played the original StarCraft a lot! I replayed the campaign missions regularly and loved playing via LAN with my friends ...
by Wiz33
30 Jul 2010, 18:30
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

The campaign isnt very long then?

There are 29 mission in the single player mode. you'll only do 26 of them in a run through (decision tree), Save your game before making the hard decision and then you can try the other 3 later for different outcome. There are also some hidden/optional ...
by Wiz33
30 Jul 2010, 03:14
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

[quote]But that's probably why you will never see that feature in SC2. Being such a competitive game that it is (at least internationally). Any feature that would give a player that much more situation awareness will not be included. Guess they might come up with a way to enable it for single ...
by Wiz33
30 Jul 2010, 01:39
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

Eye candy? There is no change at all to textures, models, effects, or anything typically associated with that term. The increased FOV is a functional difference and makes only one significant change: allowing more time to be spent controlling units and core gameplay mechanics by greatly reducing ...
by Wiz33
29 Jul 2010, 21:26
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

[quote]I hate to say it but not buying a excellent game because it does not support some niche product (eyefinity and triplehead are definitely niche) is so stupid.
You must be willing to admit that "excellent game" is a subjective descriptor. About multi-monitor support in particular, I would ...
by Wiz33
29 Jul 2010, 20:09
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: starcraft 2
Replies: 58
Views: 22285

Re: starcraft 2

I hate to say it but not buying a excellent game because it does not support some niche product (eyefinity and triplehead are definitely niche) is so stupid. As for reviews not saying much. How's this from NZGamer:

Bang for buck? Check. Killer gameplay? Check. Loads of options? Check. Story ...
by Wiz33
10 Jun 2010, 01:36
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: 3D Capable PC monitors? PS3 getting 3D tomorrow.
Replies: 0
Views: 918

3D Capable PC monitors? PS3 getting 3D tomorrow.

Is there any out yet other than the Samsung 22"? I'm planning on getting a larger 3D HDTV in a few months but I do use my PS3 both on my PC mon and the big HDTV I would like to be able to do 3D on both so something in the 27" range would be good.
by Wiz33
01 Jun 2010, 21:57
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: Looking for a flat panel TV for PC games and movies, Plasma
Replies: 6
Views: 2780

Re: Looking for a flat panel TV for PC games and movies, Plasma

As for fitting a 24f movie into a 60hz TV, it's kinda complicated, read this:

http://www.dvdfile.com/tech/articles/36181-what-the-heck-is-32-pulldown
by Wiz33
30 May 2010, 20:03
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: LF Good Soundbar
Replies: 4
Views: 2429

Re: LF Good Soundbar

For stereo sound. I use the Logitech Audiohub is you don't mind running through USB

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-980-000101-AudioHub-Notebook-Speakers/dp/B000UY1MB2/ref=pd_sim_e_1

If you prefer minijack then look at this:

http://www.amazon.com/Altec-Lansing-FX3020-SoundBar-Speakers ...
by Wiz33
29 May 2010, 21:09
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: LF Good Soundbar
Replies: 4
Views: 2429

Re: LF Good Soundbar

Ar you looking for just a simple stereo ones or the more fancy 5.1/6.1 ones?
by Wiz33
28 May 2010, 05:09
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: Looking for a flat panel TV for PC games and movies, Plasma
Replies: 6
Views: 2780

Re: Looking for a flat panel TV for PC games and movies, Plasma

5 Feet for a 46" 1080P set is totally workable as you can see in these chart. If fact you won't want to be much more than 6 feet away for optimal viewing 1080P contents.

http://hdguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/11/hdtv_distance_chart.pdf

http://hd.engadget.com/2006/12/09/1080p-charted ...
by Wiz33
13 May 2010, 23:06
Forum: Hardware Discussions
Topic: I'm confused. I need your help picknig new monitors.
Replies: 6
Views: 3190

Re: I'm confused. I need your help picknig new monitors.

Fresh off the press:

Dell's new 21.5-inch U2211H and 23-inch U2311H UltraSharp screens go for $280 and $300, respectively, and they've got that viewing angle-friendly, color accurate IPS tech all the kids are rocking these days. DisplayPort, DVI, 1,000:1 contrast ratio

Link:

http ...
by Wiz33
16 Feb 2010, 20:55
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: Official Tentative 2010 Release Big Name PC Game Checklist
Replies: 65
Views: 19560

Re: Official Tentative 2010 Release Big Name PC Game Checklist

For me:

ME2 (got it)
Damn of war 2 Chaos rising
Command and Conquer 4
DAO Awakening
Starcraft 2

That's about it. Well, then I will have FF XIII and GT5 for PS3.
by Wiz33
11 Feb 2010, 19:56
Forum: General Gaming Discussions
Topic: Anyone In or waiting for STO Closed Beta
Replies: 50
Views: 17217

Re: Anyone In or waiting for STO Closed Beta

I kind of wish I hadn't bought this. I haven't played it at all in over a week because of excellent singleplayer games I prefer and there seems to be no lack of awesome singleplayer games coming out soon. Meanwhile I am using up my free 30 days and rapidly approaching a "monthly fee for a game I ...