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Archive for August, 2011
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Silent PC Guide
Posted on August 26, 2011 | No CommentsThe pursuit was to create a computer that was not only efficient but silent to complete the need to be used as an audio computer. The sound engineers required a... -
Ultimate Mini-ITX Home Theatre PC
Posted on August 26, 2011 | No CommentsThe Ultimate Mini-ITX Home Theatre PC is a lot of bite out of a small machine. To begin with, I’m going to list a few features this extreme build is... -
PC High Performance Audio Cards Review
Posted on August 26, 2011 | No CommentsHaving a good sound card is the key to optimizing the quality of audio on a computer. Usually sound cards are built into the motherboard and are fine for some... -
Dual Water Cooling in Antec 1200 Case
Posted on August 25, 2011 | No CommentsThere are a number of issues with fitting two of our water cooling kits in the Antec 1200 case. Case modifications will need to be made to fit in the... -
A Primer on the CMOS
Posted on August 25, 2011 | No CommentsDefinition A Complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) battery is a battery that gives power to the CMOS memory chip. CMOS is a non-volatile RAM that functions whether your computer is powered on... -
Computer Case Screws
Posted on August 24, 2011 | No CommentsIntroduction The screw is vital to the proper assembly and functioning of the PC. At their most basic level they help fasten computer components to the chassis or case. Visually,... -
BIOS Basics
Posted on August 24, 2011 | No CommentsDefinition BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for system... -
PC Power Supplies
Posted on August 23, 2011 | No CommentsWhat is a PSU (Power Supply Unit)? PSU is the component that supplies power to the other components in a computer. It is typically designed to convert general purpose alternating... -
Case Fans 101
Posted on August 11, 2011 | No CommentsIntroduction A computer case protects the hardware components inside it, but a good case is also designed for optimal airflow and noise reduction. The flow of air is directed by... -
80/92mm Fan Comparison
Posted on August 5, 2011 | No CommentsIf you have been considering adding an 80mm or 92mm fan to your computer case, this article should provide some insight. I compared fans from SilenX, Scythe, and Noctua...
