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#1 zache86
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its a mistake, I really didnt think that there was a 512 MB version, you guys are really bad ass for jumping on me.
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#2 zache86
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512 MB isnt an option its either 320 or 640, and the 640 is better however its more expensive.
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#3 zache86
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For that processor its really a good idea to get an aftermarket HSF, however it isnt NEEDED. You'll be fine running on the stock HSF for a bit, but eventually i would get a good HSF. The gigabyte Mobo is nice, personally ive had 3 MSI boards die on me, and I will never buy anything from them again, but thats not saying you wont be happy with one. I like that Gigabyte board due to the PCI 2.0 and compatability with AM2+ processors, however it only has 4 sata ports.
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#4 zache86
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sli'ing is running two graphics cards on one motherboard, it stands for Scalable link interface.

No matter if you oc or not, the 6000+ will run hot. I have the Zalman 9500 CPU ball cooler, search it on Newegg.

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#5 zache86
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pretty good upgrade for you, I think you'll be happy.
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#6 zache86
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Nice comparison, right on.
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#7 zache86
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1. I have that mobo and I love it, however if you are going to sli you cant run both cards at 16x. Also the clips for the PCI-e slots are a little cheap.

2. If you have more money to spend on the GPU I would do it. There is nothing wrong with the 8600GT, however there are better alternatives for a little more money.

3.That PSU isnt the greatest, and again if you plan to sli you cant because you only have one PCI-e power connector. I have a 500W earthwatts from antec, best PSU ive had.

4. I have that processor, LOVE IT, on the other hand the 6400+ is the same price right now, and it has a bigger L2 cache, however I havent had much luck overclocking this chip, the 5600 oc's much better. Be prepared for it to run hot. The 6400+ doesnt come with a HSF, however if you are spending this much, just go ahead and get a cooler from zalman or other.

5. Ram is fine

6. HD is a little small for todays computers, but it should be alright.

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#8 zache86
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yeah those are just artifacts from your GPU caused by either heat, or bad capacitors. I would say heat is the most likely cause though. I did have a buddy that had a 7950GT and when he first switched to Vista, it was artifacting like crazy, however a vista patch fixed it.
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#9 zache86
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It really doesnt matter for just general computing tasks, however when you play games, you'll experience slight shutters in frames above your refresh rate if you are using certain monitors. Vsync fixes this, again on some monitors are effected by this.
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#10 zache86
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Nice, what mobo?