Laptop Overclocking - Off-topic

So this is obviously super off topic, but as I am a major nub and have received so much awesome help from this website, I wondered what the community had to say about this idea.
Currently I own a dell studio xps 1640, which is a very 'ok' laptop. It turns on, turns off and attempts to do things in-between. What I was wondering is if I could take out the internal parts from the body of the laptop, put them in a custom built case with improved cooling, overclock the graphics card/ cpu, and use it like a desktop. The laptop has a core 2 duo at 2.4 Ghz and a mobility 3670 Raedon dedicated graphics card.
What are ya'lls thoughts?

deadlocked007 said:
Place it on top of a clock.
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Best/worst answer evar!
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deadlocked007 said:
Place it on top of a clock.
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Winning.
Also, it doesn't work like that.

deadlocked007 said:
Place it on top of a clock.
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Wow that is the best answer ever. Works for Android too!

so you want to take the motherboard+components out and put it in a desktop case?
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(Never mind) I thought the New iPad 2 runs Android Honeycomb!

I just saw it in the Telemundo Noticias, the new iPad 2 from Apple and they didn't mentioned nothing interesting other than it's thinner.
But !
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They showed a tab running Gingerbread...
They're stupid they should have shown in the preview the current iPad, not one with Android :/
I think they can release one with Mac OS X, but that they can doesn't mean they should....
They want people to get high-tech little by little so their win extends. If you know what I mean....
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?????
You sure??
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jamz_74 said:
?????
You sure??
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Heck ****ing yeah!! O.O I was attonished!!
I saw the clock and the UI and all,
and it said google in one corner. I wonder why??
But it was Honeycomb what I saw or finally Apply has learned to copy?????????????
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You can't believe everything you see on the internet, I doubt apple is going to leave their previous Ios for honeycomb. As great as that would be. But I'd need a link to convince me you're not just blowing smoke out your ass haha
-If ignorance is bliss why aren't you smiling?-
http://www.macworld.com/article/158307/2011/03/ipad2_hands_on.html
No its not running honeycomb..... duh!
Anything apple running android would basically be apple saying you win android. Stupid to even think its running honeycomb.
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paulkenosha said:
http://www.macworld.com/article/158307/2011/03/ipad2_hands_on.html
No its not running honeycomb..... duh!
Anything apple running android would basically be apple saying you win android. Stupid to even think its running honeycomb.
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Yeah, never mind, the stupid news! They showed a tab running android while they talked about the new comming iPad 2!!!
WTFuaaa!
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Yea I seen the same clip. The tab they were showing was the new moto one.
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The iPad 2 is running iOS 4.3
Comes in black and white
Other then being thinner and having 2 cameras its the same thing.
What made me rage was how Steve was bragging how the App store has 65,000 apps, and the Honeycomb has only 100. Um, hello, iPad is out for over a year, the Xoom isn't even out yet...I think. If it is, only a few days.
jaszek said:
What made me rage was how Steve was bragging how the App store has 65,000 apps, and the Honeycomb has only 100. Um, hello, iPad is out for over a year, the Xoom isn't even out yet...I think. If it is, only a few days.
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dont worry about him , the kanker should take care of him soon enuff
I think you may really need to get your eyes checked out. Either you where looking at another tablet, or your eyes were playing tricks on you, over all those pics of the Xoom you've been looking at haha.
Skellyyy said:
I think you may really need to get your eyes checked out. Either you where looking at another tablet, or your eyes were playing tricks on you, over all those pics of the Xoom you've been looking at haha.
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Naa, I've said it already the note was that they talked about the upcomming iPad 2, that it was gonna be mad thinner than the first, I thought that it was it what they were showing, because I haven't seen much about tabs so you should understand I was cofused.
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And it's daul core.....

Xoom Compliant Reflective Wallpapers 10 USMC & 1 Army

You can download my HD Xoom Wallpapers from my public Picasaweb share at:http://bit.ly/fEgFy2
Below are some samples.
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Do you have a higher resolution version of the combat aircrew wings? Its very pixelated when I set it as my walpaper. Thanks! They look phenomenal!
Good looking out...they look great but are a little too large for Xoom screen. I'm still rocking the black background with the eagle globe and anchor.
I am working on cleaning the image up.
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Here is my contribution to you military theme.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_EPgwaGQmgXg/TXR7qzenuuI/AAAAAAAAJag/_VBA3RMMivE/PinUp.jpg
Make one for the 25th infantry division. Tropic Lightning! They all look good
ritalin said:
Here is my contribution to you military theme.
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Thanks for the giant NSFW content..real great. :/
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Bauxite said:
Thanks for the giant NSFW content..real great. :/
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Sorry if it got you in trouble, its not considered NSFW at any job I have ever been at and Ive had some really uptight employers. Its a play on old bomber pinup art. Ive seen bathing suits more revealing.
Also its giant because thats the res of our devices wallpaper.
ritalin said:
Sorry if it got you in trouble, its not considered NSFW at any job I have ever been at and Ive had some really uptight employers. Its a play on old bomber pinup art. Ive seen bathing suits more revealing.
Also its giant because thats the res of our devices wallpaper.
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I work for one of the top 5 largest global companies. Any corporation in the top 100 wouldn't hesitate to fire over an image like that.
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Can you do anything for parris island drill instructors please
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Bauxite said:
I work for one of the top 5 largest global companies. Any corporation in the top 100 wouldn't hesitate to fire over an image like that.
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umm, so don't use the image as your background. are you working somewhere where they project your browser contents on a massive overhead projector or something? and if so, why are you browsing xda on that?
ritalin said:
Here is my contribution to you military theme.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_EPgwaGQmgXg/TXR7qzenuuI/AAAAAAAAJag/_VBA3RMMivE/PinUp.jpg
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the link you have is actually really low res? or am i hitting the wrong link or something?
I will try to make a PI and the other request tomorrow if I have time. I have a deadline on another project in the next 48 hours.
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Bauxite said:
I work for one of the top 5 largest global companies. Any corporation in the top 100 wouldn't hesitate to fire over an image like that.
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Well I said I was sorry and I shrunk the image. Also it looks like you were not on a company PC when you viewed and responded to the image, so Im betting you're safe. Also if your global company is willing to fire you over a bit of female art, Id be willing to bet they would fire you for browsing XDA on the company dime.
diaa08 said:
umm, so don't use the image as your background. are you working somewhere where they project your browser contents on a massive overhead projector or something? and if so, why are you browsing xda on that?
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That Evo of his has a really big screen remeber.
diaa08 said:
the link you have is actually really low res? or am i hitting the wrong link or something?
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Sorry not sure how the link got busted. Picasa is now randomly scaleing the images for me when I get a link from their site, not sure what they changed.
Here is the proper link followed by my Xoom picasa album so far, it IS NSFW.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_EPgwaGQmgXg/TXR7qzenuuI/AAAAAAAAJag/_VBA3RMMivE/PinUp.jpg
https://picasaweb.google.com/wallshare/XoomWalls#

Might sound stupid(read)

Thank you!!
Might be wrong website but please point me to one comparable to this great site.
I haven't had a computer juss used them alot in school, and other various places. I'm about to purchase one.
I'm juss wondering if its os could be changed like a rom on an android.
It would be uber-cool.
But thanks again.
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Sort of, but not quite. Just get a Windows PC. You can partition the hard drive, install Linux and dual boot the 2 of them.
But it juss wouldnt be like changing a rom as in like aosp or sense?
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You can install Tiny7 if you want a lite version of Windows 7. Other than that it's Linux or OSX (depends on the hardware)
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polar2792 said:
But it juss wouldnt be like changing a rom as in like aosp or sense?
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If you mean is there a friendly recovery menu and stuff?
NO.
You can tell the pc to boot almost any device from the bios.
PC's are not like phones... if you want a modified OS you need to do it yourself.
There are a few modified linux distro's, but a pc is not like a phone... you install the OS and use it, because installing takes allot more time.. so changing your OS constantly is a pain.
PC's are meant to be used.. not re-flashed for mere theme like android.
Juss curious if it would work the same didn't really expect that it would but appreciate the info either way
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!Just! curious why you say juss?
Dead- I planned on it
Droid- lol idk I've always put it I type how I talk
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polar2792 said:
lol idk I've always put it I type how I talk
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Oosay wordswron? Meetoo!!!
Can't we just put one os on each hd and swap them out like sd cards???
Flexibility yo, thas how I be rollin'
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conantroutman said:
Can't we just put one os on each hd and swap them out like sd cards???
Flexibility yo, thas how I be rollin'
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I have a mac, a PC and a linux box, but only 1 monitor. Now THAT'S how you swap OS.
conantroutman said:
Can't we just put one os on each hd and swap them out like sd cards???
Flexibility yo, thas how I be rollin'
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Do I smell hackintosh?
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Archer said:
I have a mac, a PC and a linux box, but only 1 monitor. Now THAT'S how you swap OS.
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Show off
dexter93 said:
Do I smell hackintosh?
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No, its probably just the stench of Alan....
Archer said:
Oosay wordswron? Meetoo!!!
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Lolz
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Quad suggestions?

I might be getting a quad as a graduation gift. I wanted to get a Kawasaki kfx400 purely cause I like Kawasaki. And suggestions as to what I should get? I'm in no ways a n00b, and want around a 400 CC engine. Thanks
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One thing I learned. Never go company based. Most company's have better quads in certain area. Second, want a utility or sport? I'd rather get a sport because, they are great for pretty much all types or riding. They have a wide power band and are light. Utility are heavy generally, can take lots of abuse. Low power end.
I would definitely recommend KFX 450r, and the YZF 450r. And if you think you're man enough, the Raptor 700 r
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trell959 said:
One thing I learned. Never go company based. Most company's have better quads in certain area. Second, want a utility or sport? I'd rather get a sport because, they are great for pretty much all types or riding. They have a wide power band and are light. Utility are heavy generally, can take lots of abuse. Low power end.
I would definitely recommend KFX 450r, and the YZF 450r. And if you think you're man enough, the Raptor 700 r
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Definitely a sport one. I'm gonna stick with 350-500 CC cause my 112 lb girlfriend wants to use it too.
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watt9493 said:
Definitely a sport one. I'm gonna stick with 350-500 CC cause my 112 lb girlfriend wants to use it too.
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You getting it new or used? Honda makes some nice ones, can't say anything about Suzuki although I have had bad experiences with their bikes...
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trell959 said:
You getting it new or used? Honda makes some nice ones, can't say anything about Suzuki although I have had bad experiences with their bikes...
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Used probably. There's a Kawasaki dealer and a Suzuki dealer within ~5-10 mi of my house. Ill look Tuesday to see what they have used.
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watt9493 said:
Used probably. There's a Kawasaki dealer and a Suzuki dealer within ~5-10 mi of my house. Ill look Tuesday to see what they have used.
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250's are awesome too, but you'll probably outgrow it fast
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trell959 said:
250's are awesome too, but you'll probably outgrow it fast
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I'm only 130, so it would still rip with both of us on it.
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The only suggestion I can make is to make sure it has all four wheels.
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Or get a buggy
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Or rent pipsqueak and fly around
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Babydoll25 said:
Or rent pipsqueak and fly around
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Lololol. Ill consider it
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watt9493 said:
Lololol. Ill consider it
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k. She haz discounted rates 4 teh Mafia....
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Why I built my own PC and why you should try it too **Ask Any Related Questions**

I built my first PC, and it was one of my goals to accomplish before the end of the world in December came:silly:
I decided to try it cause I was pretty good at the software side of PCs, but not Hardware. Honestly, I am so so so so glad I did this because it was such a fun experience AND I saved a lot of money on the way. Here are my specs:
Motherboard: Asus P6X58D-E
CPU: Core i7 950
RAM: 12GB Triple channel Mushkin DDR3
GPU: Sapphire Radeon 5850
HDD: 500GB WD Caviar Blue. 7200RPM
PSU: 850 watt Corsair TX850
DVD: Asus 24X DVD Write/Reader
Case: Antec One Hundred Lite
How long it took: 4 Days including the time to go and buy parts
Brand new parts or Used parts: EVERYTHING was used, except the case. This is the best thing you can do when on a budget because Computer parts work the same whether new or used, and they cost a heck of a lot cheaper
How much it cost me: $530(Seriously) :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:
Why YOU should try it: It is a very rewarding experience, you get to know your own PC(Like a pet XD) And you don't have to call that "Tech Guy" more often to solve problems with your PC.
Building a new PC not only gave me a fun time and save some money, but it also enabled me to get the components more than enough to play 2012 games in High to Ultra Settings.
Share your experiences/questions below, and I will try my best to answer them
Thats a nice setup but I think this thread might get locked. Only because there are already a few threads about building PCs in OT already.
Like this one.
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OP, welcome to 2010.
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Also OP your poll makes no sense. You can't ask two completely different questions and then have the answers be Yes, No, Maybe.
StormMcCloud said:
Also OP your poll makes no sense. You can't ask two completely different questions and then have the answers be Yes, No, Maybe.
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I asked 1 question. And you know what, you don't have to tell me what I Can and Can not do, alright?
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FromiOSToAndroid said:
I asked 1 question. And you know what, you don't have to tell me what I Can and Can not do, alright?
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Brrreeeeathe OP lol. But what computer case did u use??
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ognimnella said:
Brrreeeeathe OP lol. But what computer case did u use??
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I used the Antec one hundred lite. I think I posted that in my post tho
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I used the Antec one hundred lite. I think I posted that in my post tho
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But why u no use new parts??
Pretty much everything you listed is 2+ years old?
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Anybody who has a rooted, custom ROM flashed Android and has a brand name, prebuilt PC should really have his head examined
Building your own PC is very easy, and as the OP said, can be very rewarding. And it's a great experience if you're doing it for the first time. Heck, i'm building PCs since i was 13. Overclocked my first one when i was 12 .
Nothing to be scared of, just do it carefuly and choose the components for the build wisely
But I really do not get why people overclock their i7s, they are beast processors and most of them stay below 20% when playing games like BF3, Crysis, etc
Oh and I am getting 56 degrees Celsius at idle, is that normal? Also I have put it the heatsink back and forth many times.
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FromiOSToAndroid said:
But I really do not get why people overclock their i7s, they are beast processors and most of them stay below 20% when playing games like BF3, Crysis, etc
Oh and I am getting 56 degrees Celsius at idle, is that normal? Also I have put it the heatsink back and forth many times.
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I used to get around 80-85 under load, but since I dusted it out and got a notebook cooler, It's reduced significantly. Had to dust it out from the outside though and not open it up as HP notebooks are a pain to open up.
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56c idle???? Son, you have f*cked up.
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TheSkinnyDrummer said:
56c idle???? Son, you have f*cked up.
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Not sure, but I removed the heatsink, put it back and its the same. Any ideas?
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FromiOSToAndroid said:
Not sure, but I removed the heatsink, put it back and its the same. Any ideas?
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What thermal paste are you using and how much of it are you using?
StormMcCloud said:
What thermal paste are you using and how much of it are you using?
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Im not usong anything. Just what the thing came with. When I opened the heatsink, there was some sticky grey stuff. Not alot though
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Im not usong anything. Just what the thing came with. When I opened the heatsink, there was some sticky grey stuff. Not alot though
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So you're using the stock heatsink? And you should really get a tube of thermal paste. It's what helps transfer the heat from your CPU to the heatsink.
StormMcCloud said:
So you're using the stock heatsink? And you should really get a tube of thermal paste. It's what helps transfer the heat from your CPU to the heatsink.
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Hmm the last time I applied thermal paste was 7 years ago. Completely forgot it now.
As a first time noob, recommend me a good paste and pls if possible tell me how to apply it
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Is arctic silver 5 good?
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FromiOSToAndroid said:
Is arctic silver 5 good?
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Yeah that stuff works very well.
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Yeah that stuff works very well.
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Any tips on how to apply it?
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