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Joined on 05/14/05

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Most Favorable Review

Gigabyte RULES!

GIGABYTE GA-EX58-UD3R-SLI LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard
GIGABYTE GA-EX58-UD3R-SLI LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard

Pros: Do not listen to the reviewer below... This is a near perfect motherboard as is the Gigabyte EX58-UD3R Non SLI Version. First of all if your using windows applications to do your overclocking, you shouldn't be overclocking in the first place! The system BIOS is the only place one should adjusting timings and or increasing front side bus frequencies IMO. If your overclocking from within Windows using 3rd party OC applications, your just asking for problems! The BIOS on this board is excellent for OC and Offers complete control over virtually everything! I have built 10 machines with this motherboard, not one single defect or RMA. This board will detect any amount of RAM right out of the box. This board will enable SLI, detect a second video card right out of the box. This board will pick up any HDD or device connected to it! RAID Setup is a breeze! If your looking for a High Quality, High Performance, Hassle Free Motherboard.. This is your Ticket!

Cons: Makes lousy Meatloaf!

Overall Review: I am a system builder of 12 years... this mobo comes w/ my Highest recommendation! You may find a board with a lot more bling and possibly more features, but you'll have a hard time finding one that is as reliable!

Most Critical Review

Looks nice but...

VANTEC LapCool 2 Notebook Cooler with Dual Adjustable Speed Fans LPC-301
VANTEC LapCool 2 Notebook Cooler with Dual Adjustable Speed Fans LPC-301

Pros: Attractive Design!

Cons: Bought this cooler a few months ago. The right side fan blades started breaking off one by one after about a week of ownership. Then one left side fan blade broke off after about two weeks. Looks nice but I am very disappointed with this product!!

Overall Review: I recommend spending your money elsewhere!

Take Long Hard Look At What Your Missing!!!

XCLIO DIAMONDPOWER 880W ATX12V / EPS12V CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply
XCLIO DIAMONDPOWER 880W ATX12V / EPS12V CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

Pros: This power supply just flat out Rocks! 850W of Rock-Solid & Steady Power at a very affordable price! I am very surprised by the lack of attention this PSU has received... Just L@@K at the specifications! This baby is simply excellent for top of the ling multi-GPU configs.... a very Powerful single 12V Rail... can you say +12V@72A? I think you can :) at 130 bucks a pop you can not go wrong! I've built several high end gaming machines w/ this unit... not just average machines mind you, we're talkin' Intel Core i7 975 Extreme OC @ 4.0GHz/ 2 x Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 SLI/ 12GB DDR3 1600 Memory/ Asus Rampage II X58 Extreme/ 2 x 300GB VelociRaptor HDD's RAID 0/ 1TB WD Caviar Black HDD/ Blu-ray RW Drive/ 24X DVD+RW All of These components require a crazy amount of power! And I do know for a fact that this PSU is in it for the long haul... not single complaint, not a single customer return... even after months of under heavy load operation... That's right, my customers ain't playin' MineSweep!

Cons: Doesn't come wrapped in a velvet bag, lol!

Overall Review: Givin' Corsair and PC Power & Cooling a run for their money... if anybody takes notice that is!

JJ Walker say... It's Dy-no-mite!

ViewSonic FuHzion X Series VX2265wm Black 22" 3ms 120Hz 3D Ready Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 1000:1
ViewSonic FuHzion X Series VX2265wm Black 22" 3ms 120Hz 3D Ready Widescreen LCD Monitor 300 cd/m2 1000:1

Pros: Finally gave in and forked over the funds for a new montior... I build computers for a living and am always the last one in line for any upgrade! However, I do get the opportunity to test all the latest and greatest hardware. After testing this amazing and affordable display, I just could not resist! Finally a wide-screen LCD to rival even the highest quality CRT! I use it for everything Including running graphics benchmarks on my customers machines! @ 120Hz It's the perfect gaming monitor IMO! Sounds like the guy below me tapped into a bad batch of monitors! Both the monitor I tested and the one I own show any signs of defect. Do yourself a big favor and get this monitor!

Cons: The stand is not the best, but believe me, I've seen a lot worse...

Overall Review: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

The XCLIO Flagship Case!

XCLIO 2000 Black &Ttitanium Finish 1.0 mm SECC / ABS Plastic ATX Full Tower Extreme Cooling Computer Case
XCLIO 2000 Black &Ttitanium Finish 1.0 mm SECC / ABS Plastic ATX Full Tower Extreme Cooling Computer Case

Pros: The XCLIO 2000 has been dubbed their flagship case and I can see why... It is a remarkable case indeed! First rate quality both inside and out! One of the best cases I've had the pleasure to build in. I'm a system builder for a living and I've seen 'em all! It would seem that this case would be much more popular than what it is... Just hasn't caught on yet I guess? It should be right up there with the HAF 932 and the Antec 900 IMO. Everything about this case SCREAMS Quality! I could go on and on about design, cooling performance, special features etc... But you can read all that in the specifications. Just do yourself a favor and buy this case!

Cons: fails hardcore at making meatloaf.

Overall Review: If I were a motherboard, a processor, a stick of RAM, a Hard Drive or a Graphics Card... I'd choose this case as my home!

My Take

CM Storm Sniper - Gaming Mid Tower Computer Case with Fan Controller and LED Light Switch
CM Storm Sniper - Gaming Mid Tower Computer Case with Fan Controller and LED Light Switch

Pros: The Storm Sniper is by far one of the best cases I've had the pleasure to build in! Almost everything about this case is well thought out and screams quality! Massive case with plenty of room to work, very sturdy, excellent cable management, tool-less design, etc, etc.... One of my personal favorite features is the mobo tray design which allows easy access behind CPU Socket for easy heatsink installation and removal. It's every bit as good as the HAF-932 and in some ways better! Has a full interface featured top I/O panel w/fan control knobs! You absolutely can't go wrong with this case, I recommend it highly!

Cons: I have nothing bad to say about this case!

Overall Review: Feel good build of the year :)