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    Help me build my rig

    Hey All, I have a need for building a rig from scratch for some ML modeling work. Last time I built a rig was 2020 (for gaming, not ML) so I'm excited about this but also don't have a clue of what I need. Here is what I have on my mind: In the process of grabbing a Threadripper 3970X with...
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    Upgrading processor for my Gigabyte AX370 motherboard

    Hi All, I currently have a Ryzen 5 1600. I'm hoping for a processor upgrade and I am not really in the mood for upgrading the motherboard at the moment. What's the best upgrade I can do here? I don't really need the latest and greatest. Just something that makes sense. I am a little confused by...
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    Looking for low power, 4k video capable, ubuntu pc

    Hi, I am looking for a solution that is low power (sort of like raspberry pi 4), can run Ubuntu, and can play 4k videos using mplayer or such. Here's what I have ruled out: nVidia Jetson Nano: This is what I currently have. It meets all the specs on paper, but support is extremely poor and...
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    Oculus quest like new $444 + shipping - Sold

    Sold Hi, Selling my quest - probably has about 1ish hour of use as I never got around to it. Pretty much like new - charger etc.. never unpacked. Comes with original box and all the accessories. Not trying to turn a profit here - this is just what I paid for it and realized I don't need it...
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    GTX 1050 Ti + ASUS P8Z68-V LX + 16Gb (4x4Gb) GSkill DDR3 RAM

    The following components are for sale. You can buy any of them individually or all of them together. Intel i5 2500K processor - $35+shipping - SOLD (this processor runs like a charm @4.2Ghz without any effort and cool as a cucumber. ASUS P8Z68-V LX - $65+shipping- SOLD (Perfect condition...
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    What is the recommended amount of RAM these days?

    So, I have not built/upgraded in a while. I am in the process of upgrading from i5-2500 to Ryzen 5 1600. I got the processor, Motherboard and 16Gb RAM (2x8Gb) and it's all good. But wondering - my old PC (that I did over 5 years ago) also had 16Gb RAM. What's the RAM recommendation these days...
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    What is the time split for your use of VR Headsets

    Hi, I want to own one, but I am not sure what I would be using this for. Someone gave me an Oculus GO as a gift and it is cool, but has limited use for me. Though I am curious about buying a Rfit. For those who own a Rfit/some other VR headset, what is the breakdown of time spent on it? Movies...
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    Comcast and RCN compatible cable modem suggestion

    Hi Everyone, I want to buy a cable modem that I can use with comcast and RCN. Because these companies only provide 1 year of discounted rates, I find myself switching. It would be nice to have DOCSIS 3.0 support but isn't necessary for my purposes. Whatever delivers the best speed, I'm not much...
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    Advice needed for a new Non-gaming Linux build - Specific requirements

    Hello Everyone, I've been out of touch with the hardware and need advice. I tried to read and understand whatever I could about the current market before posting this. My budget for the cabinet (with everything inside) is $500-600 and is flexible, basically I need the best value for money...
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    WTB: OEM E6600, DDR-2 800(D9GMH)

    I need an OEM E6600 if anyone has it, should clock well. Also, any 2x1Gb DDR2-800 that has D9GMH, Newegg has G.Skill HZ's for $119, looking to save some money. Will pay by Paypal. Stuff shipped to Miami Florida.
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    Paypal issue, little help here

    Here is the situation: I have my Paypal account verified for Expanded use by my Credit card, and mine is a non-US(India) paypal account. the limit of my credit cad is around $3200 and my paypal withdrawal limit is $2500. Here is the problem: Paypal is not allowing me to make payments above...
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    WTB: (2)Graphics card around $120

    Newegg has 1950GT for $110(AR), but I'm not into getting rebates, I need 2 cards, any good card will be fine. I need two but two different cards is not a problem, I need them for different systems.
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