Re: BenQ XL2730 (1440p) -- The perfect retro gaming LCD

Posted on 2017-05-16, 06:04

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dirkmirk wrote: I wasnt aware of the Keenfix TSR but I presume thats one of handful of games that wouldn't work with any modern display(without the fix) Commander Keen problem! It's a simple .COM file that you run in the directory.

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Re: BenQ XL2730 (1440p) -- The perfect retro gaming LCD

Posted on 2017-05-15, 23:40

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Are you able to test commander keen 1 or 4 with VGA input in dos? On a V3 2000 with WBC's KeenFix TSR they work 100% with the correct colors. Without the fix it is sporadic, sometimes the game would load with correct palettes and other times there would be color corruption with red tints. Never any …

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Re: BenQ XL2730 (1440p) -- The perfect retro gaming LCD

Posted on 2017-05-15, 09:19

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Yup! There is 1920x1440. Again, for VGA it will require a custom resolution but if you're using a DVI or later card you should be able to select it by default -- it goes 2560x1440, 1920x1440, 1920x1200, 1920x1080 for the preset resolutions over digital.

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Re: BenQ XL2730 (1440p) -- The perfect retro gaming LCD

Posted on 2017-05-15, 08:32

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That's brilliant, thanks for the detailed write up. I also fear that going forward, high resolution VGA support will become quite rare. It's true -- the XL2735 has already dropped D-SUB. We'll have to rely on adapters down the road. I had to reinstall my Voodoo 3 drivers and I lost my custom …

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BenQ XL2730 (1440p) -- The perfect retro gaming LCD

Posted on 2017-05-15, 00:38

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2560 x 1440 -- not only is it more common than 1920x1200 or 1600x1200 monitors but you can easily find ones capable of doing refresh rates well beyond 60hz. The main things to consider when using an LCD monitor for retro gaming seem to be: Support 720x400@70hz for DOS Force 4:3 Aspect Has VGA …

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Re: Finding the correct CD IN audio cable.. ?

Posted on 2017-05-13, 04:08

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I'm not sure I understand. I do intend to use both cards simultaneously...usually one for MIDI and one for digital audio but I thought I needed something like a https://www.amazon.com/rolls-MX41B-Stereo-Channel-Mixer/dp/B0002D03AW for that. Are you saying I can just get a TRS 3.5mm to RCA cable and …

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Finding the correct CD IN audio cable.. ?

Posted on 2017-05-13, 03:42

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I'm using a SB Pro 2.0 and an AWE 64 Gold on a DOS/Win9x machine. I planned to mostly use the AWE64 for a joystick, SC-55, maybe audio for Windows games and the SBPro2 for digital audio/FM synth in DOS I believe this is called an MPC-2 connector? The SB connector is called a "JST PH 2.0"? http://i. …

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Re: Gigabyte GA-5AX and K6-III+

Posted on 2017-05-12, 00:35

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To expand on my experience trying to run a + chip on the AOpen X59 before updating the BIOS... -It did POST. -It was recognized as "Unknown CPU-S @ . -Keyboard PS/2 input was spotty -- I'd have to restart multiple times for it to recognize the DEL press to get into BIOS. -IDE devices weren't …

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Re: Gigabyte GA-5AX and K6-III+

Posted on 2017-05-11, 01:31

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Definitely get the latest BIOS -- my AOpen X59 Pro would not support the + models until I flashed to the latest version.

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How much power (PSU) does this need?

Posted on 2017-05-09, 05:43

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I need to pick up a PSU for this rig: Win98 Intel D875PBZ 478B Motherboard 875P Pentium 4 3.20GHZ/215/800 AGP Geforce FX 5900 Ultra (possibly a future 6800) 1GB DDR PC3200 (x2 512MB modules so I can use just one) SB Audigy 2 ZS Diamond MX300 Aureal How much wattage do I want and are there any amps I …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-07, 20:31

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Ok, so I replaced the battery with a new 2032 3V and the BIOS still doesn't save any changes I make... I've checked the jumper pins that are for clearing CMOS and they are set to the normal position and I've actually tried the other way just to make sure the manual didn't misprint. The only thing I …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-06, 03:20

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Ok! Turns out the issue was the on/off switch built into the ATX adapter. http://www.ebay.com/itm/252708495849?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I know I don't need the -5V but I figured it would be easier to test it out of case with the switch. When I powered up the system …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-06, 01:07

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Thanks guys -- appreciate the advice! The Deepcool 40mm doesn't fit the card the.... whatever you call the things that secure it... won't reach the holes while the fan is sitting on the heatsink. I also got a Vantec PCI slot cooler so I'm going to just go with that. Now I need to figure out if this …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-02, 07:31

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Nice! It looks like you just popped that in over the the stock heatsink? Is that a 40mm? I found this one on Ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/Deepcool-V40-VGA-Cooler-40mm-1-57-Fan-2-Pin-Connector-ATI-NVIDIA-Video-Cards-/371867407727?hash=item569506556f:g:9I4AAOSwOgdYo13K that doesn't require me to wait …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-02, 05:39

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Here is a link to my write up: https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=44034 My method requires a little effort, but it's pretty simple. There are a few other ideas on cooling in that thread as well. That looks sick! Props to you for being able to do that but you have tools and experience that …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-01, 22:04

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You won't need the -5 for the setup you mentioned. It's worth getting and keeping on hand, just in case you get/install a card that does need it Oops! Yeah I confused the SB Pro 2 with the SB2. Good to know I can use that Antec 300W without the adapter. If you're gonna have a SB Live installed, …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-01, 08:40

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Thanks for the advice. This seems to meet those requirements. http://www.microcenter.com/product/457384/Basiq_350_Watt_ATX_Power_Supply +3.3V@20A;+5V@20A;+12V1@10A;+12V2@13A;-12V@0.3A; +5VSB@2.5A Will be using this as well http://www.ebay.com/itm/252708495849?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName= …

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Re: Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-05-01, 03:28

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As long as you don't have a stack of hard drives running without any airflow I can't really see there being an issue. The tdp of a k6 is what, 25 or 35watts? The important thing is if you have at least a 80mm intake or exhaust fan, preferably both. Even without any real case cooling a bare basics …

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Lian-Li 6070 - Airflow & SS7

Posted on 2017-04-29, 22:09

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Has anyone else ever owned one of these cases? What were your experiences? I have a silver one that was the home for my WinXP A8N32 Deluxe/4000+ system. While it's a very quiet and pretty case, the airflow is pretty bad - also top mounted PSU - so I am looking for a better case for this system. I am …

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Re: Your worst selling experience on ebay?

Posted on 2017-04-28, 01:21

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Not a selling experience... but I just received a GPU naked in a thin cardboard envelope with no packaging material of any kind -- envelope was ripped and weathered. The best part is they charged 17$ shipping.

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