I sent off a package to the USA over a month ago—had the tracking number in hand and everything—and the clerk assured me it would arrive within thirty days.
But when I go to check on its whereabouts, all I see is this: Receive item at office of exchange Insert item into bag
Is there any hope that our local postal service will actually bother updating the online status once it reaches the recipient—you know, marking it as "received" or something similar? Because, frankly, I’m skeptical. Last time I ordered a pair of sneakers from the States via USPS, even with a tracking number, the status just sat there indefinitely, claiming the package was "received by the carrier" or "shipped," yet it never once updated to show that I actually had them in my hands.
So, I’m sitting here staring at my screen—wondering if anyone else experiences this glitchy nonsense—and I have to ask: how exactly am I supposed to get a hold of a member who actually took the time to send me a private message? Every time I attempt to hit that "reply" button, nothing happens. It just sits there. Is it a technical hiccup? A flaw in the system design? Or am I just missing something incredibly obvious? Any advice would be appreciated... if the site decides to cooperate today. It appears this individual has opted out of receiving private messages—or perhaps their account settings simply don't permit them—so, unfortunately, there is no way to slide into their inbox with a direct note.
If you're attempting to blast this message out to a whole group of people, you’ll need to go ahead and scrub that one specific name from your recipient list—then just hit send again. It's a simple fix, really, though why these systems make such trivial tasks feel like navigating a labyrinth is beyond me. Just clear the name and try once more.
What exactly constitutes a clan? Is it a matter of bloodlines—that old-fashioned, ancestral tie we used to hold sacred—or has the concept shifted into something more... nebulous in this modern age? One wonders if the term even carries any weight anymore, or if we’re all just drifting through these fragmented social circles, pretending there’s some sort of cohesive structure holding us together. It’s an interesting question, really—one that touches on identity, loyalty, and perhaps a bit of our own desperation to belong to something larger than ourselves. Or is it all just a polite fiction?
He hasn't even been active on the forum lately—his last post was two months ago. If I drop a message in that thread where he was previously writing, am I just shouting into the void? I highly doubt he'll even see it.
Everything’s been bought and assembled—though, predictably, the Intel Core i5-2500K ended up being the choice after all. I’ve pushed the clock to 3.5GHz just to round things out nicely enough. 😉 : I assume I haven't bungled the setup: I disabled Cool and Quiet, bumped the FSB to 220, set the CPU/PCIe to async (left PCIe alone at 100), and didn't touch any voltages. From what I gather, overclocking without bumping the voltage barely puts any extra stress on the components, right? Processor: http://www.pohrani.com/f/1R/yv/1hZ1K3FG/clipboard01.jpg Memory: http://www.pohrani.com/f/41/Lo/1VoSpxqd/memorija.jpg Does this look alright?
Now, I have a few lingering questions regarding the BIOS settings.
1. Spread spectrum—should I leave that on Auto? 2. CPU active control—disable?
3. I set the RAM to 667, so it's sitting at 1444MHz now. It probably wouldn't make a massive difference if I had set it to 800 to push the memory to 1750MHz, but the real question is... could it even handle that on stock voltages? 4. For latencies, I went with 9-9-9-27 and left the rest on Auto. Should my Command Rate be 1T or 2T? Currently, it's on 2T. I recall from the old Athlon 64 days that sticking to 1T was much more critical than the other timings. 5. Memory controller—unganged? 6. AIDA is reporting the RAM voltage at 1.5V, yet the sticker on the module and Kingston's own website both specify 1.7V. Is that acceptable? In the BIOS, it's currently set to Auto. 7. Is 50°C at idle too high for this processor? The Arctic Freezer 7 Pro is mounted on top, spinning at 1000rpm. Once summer hits and I actually put a load on it, I'm worried it might creep past 80°C. 8. Or perhaps the sensor is lying to me? Considering the 12V rail is reading 12.515V, which seems like a rather significant deviation given this is a brand new Seasonic 520W unit. Other voltages are: 3.328, 5.136, and +5V standby is 5.261.
Next week, I'm heading out to pick up another stick of RAM. Naturally, I want the exact same one so they can run in dual channel. Where should I slot it—the second or third slot from the top? Right now, the single stick is in the first. The motherboard manual lists them as A1, B1, A2, B2. http://www.ixbt.com/mainboard/asrock/m3a770de/board.jpg
And is there any other vital setting I’ve neglected to mention or change?
AIDA is also reporting my GPU clock at 300MHz, when the stock speed is supposed to be 500MHz. Is that just because I'm in 2D mode, and it'll jump to 500MHz once I hit 3D? It's an old 6600GT. I'll likely be picking up a 6850 next month.
He guarantees it'll run unlocked and stay stable—though, frankly, I haven't bothered asking about stress tests yet. I suppose I will eventually. As for cooling, I'm currently stuck using an old Arctic Freezer 64 Pro from the Socket 939 days http://www.frostytech.com/articleima...er64P_pspc.jpg. It should hold up, I imagine, provided I keep the fan pinned between 900 and 1000 RPM just so it isn't constantly whining in my ear.
Is it actually worth unlocking an Intel Core i3-2100 to turn it into an Intel Core i5-2500K?
Performance Specs for the Intel Core i5-2500K: CPU Codename - Deneb CPU Cores - 4 CPU Speed - 3GHz TDP (Power) - 95W Lithography - 45nm Socket - AM2+ / AM3 L1 Cache - 64Kb/core L2 Cache - 2048Kb L3 Cache - 0Mb
Keep in mind, this doesn't include a warranty or a cooler, so we're looking at $133. A brand new one at Best Buy would run me $183, though I have no guarantee that the unit I receive will even allow for unlocking—isn't that always the gamble? I was originally eyeing a new Intel Core i5-2500K, which essentially shares the same DNA but clocks in 200MHz faster at a price tag of $233. But if I take this Intel Core i5-2500K and push the overclock just a little bit, wouldn't it basically perform identically to the faster model? Is that how the math works out?
And then there is this rather foolish question—if a processor can be unlocked on one specific motherboard, does that mean it can be unlocked on any other board that supports the feature? Or am I oversimplifying things?
And one more thing—does it actually matter which thermal paste I use? I’m feeling a bit lazy about hunting down $20 Arctic MX-4. Would something like Zalman $3.00 or maybe that high-performance COOLERMASTER HTK-002 $5.00 suffice? Honestly, it seems like common sense to swap out the old gunk under the heatsink on the motherboard... I haven't even pulled my ASUS board out of the box yet, but—back in 2005 when I picked up that old socketed motherboard, the stuff under the chipset was more like some sort of sludge than actual thermal paste.
I’ve already picked up that ASRock board and the Kingston RAM; I'll be dropping in the Intel Core i5-2500K next week to get everything assembled. Regarding the motherboard—I was hunting for something on a budget that offered just a bit more stability, and after digging through some forums, people were raving about this specific board for the price point. Sure, I could have splurged on something higher-end, but that would require more capital than I care to part with—unless I missed something, I don't think I could have found a better deal for $143? http://www.overclock.net/amd-motherb...-m3a770de.html — "So tell me.. What makes more AM3 users spend a bunch more money on their motherboard when such a good, extremely cheap board is out there?" http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/295...t/index12.html — "ASRock has once again produced a very impressive board."
So, since the memory and the board both support 1600MHz, I assume the stock settings will just work once I finish the build? Simple enough, I suppose.
Sorry to be a nuisance here—if I have 1600MHz sticks, I know what they are, but once everything is assembled and I hit the power button, will the memory actually run at 1333MHz or 1600MHz? Is it even possible to just set it to 1600, or am I forced to overclock by cranking up the FSB—which, let’s face it, feels like ancient history since I haven't touched an overclock in ages and my memory of it is a bit hazy? The RAM in question is this Kingston 4GB DDR3 HyperX Blue 1600MHz 1.7v 9-9-9-27http://www.protis.hr/products/detail...c9d3b14g/47533—and if it ends up stuck at 1333MHz, would I be able to drop the voltage down to, say, 1.5v, or perhaps tighten up the latencies?
Would it be a smarter move to just drop in an Intel Core i5-2500K—which is technically about 5% slower since it lacks that L3 cache—just because it’s $33 cheaper, pulls 95W, and lets me stop obsessing over overclocking altogether?
And, one more thing. I was told that AMD processors usually cap out at 1333MHz memory, yet I went ahead and bought 1600MHz modules, and my motherboard actually supports 1600. If I set them to 1600, does that even count as overclocking, or am I just... what?
The 955 Black Edition—it can basically be overclocked just by cranking up the multiplier, right? Nothing else required? I’m wondering if most people can hit 3.8GHz while sticking to stock voltage. What do you all think about pushing it that hard on this specific board, considering it's a budget option with a meager 4+1 phase VRM setup Look, my goal is to reach 3.8GHz using nothing but the multiplier adjustment. Is that actually feasible, and am I going to absolutely murder this motherboard by asking for that kind of clock speed?
Good afternoon—I was wondering if it might be possible to have my access to the pets section restored? It’s been about three years since I was banned... the reason being that I made a rather blunt comment about how my old man would just get rid of the extra kittens if a cat had more than two or three litters at once.
I’m dealing with some pretty nasty ankle issues lately—nothing short of a nightmare. I went through an arthroscopy back at a clinic in Philadelphia, which, frankly, was a complete waste of time since they barely cleared out any of the debris. Now, I’m looking at a major open surgery just to get things functional again. The problem? The surgeon who performed the initial arthroscopy is being incredibly dismissive; he’s basically washing his hands of the whole thing, claiming there's nothing more to be done. But I know better—my MRI shows clear evidence of the stuff that's still causing trouble, stuff they missed entirely. Does anyone know if a different orthopedic specialist in a major hub like Chicago might actually take me on and, you know, actually address the issue? I'm aiming for somewhere high-end, maybe even a top-tier facility like the Mayo Clinic.
What’s wrong with the Santa Monica Pier? I find myself heading back there constantly. It’s just one long stretch of BBQs and general nonsense during the day, followed by hitting some clubs at night—honestly, you can't get bored. The only real headache is that if you actually want to snag a decent spot, you have to show up at the crack of dawn, maybe 5 or 6 in the morning.
Honestly, those bodyweight exercises don't really get you anywhere... when I'm at the gym, I focus on driving my legs forward with everything I've got—jumping onto my toes as high as possible, really pushing those calf raises http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/...CalfPress.html. Lately, I've been thinking about improvising something for balance and stability—maybe a circular board about 12 inches in diameter with a golf ball glued to the bottom? I’d spend at least 10 to 15 minutes a day on it. Of course, you could always just head over to Dick's Sporting Goods and buy a pre-made balance board for around $50 .
So, as I mentioned earlier, I’ve been dealing with this injury for about nine months now—one of my ligaments snapped—and honestly, things aren't looking great. My range of motion is incredibly limited; I can't even clear a jump higher than about 1.5 feet without issues. Plus, I have to be constantly mindful of how I land; if I accidentally strike my heel against the ground too hard, the pain is just excruciating. I went in for arthroscopic surgery ten days ago, but—to my frustration—it hasn't done a single thing to help. If I don't see some actual progress in the next month or two, I'm going to start hitting the gym with a hardcore daily routine—and if that fails? Well, I’ll likely be facing a major open ankle surgery.
So, here I am—still dealing with this absolute nightmare of an ankle injury. It’s been about nine months since I originally trashed it, and honestly, the recovery has been a slog. I actually had to go under the knife this week because my range of motion was basically non-existent; I couldn't even perform a simple calf raise without issues. I'm curious, though—has anyone else here dealt with severe ankle trauma? In my case, I ended up tearing two ligaments. How are you all managing to walk normally now? Do you actually have your full range of motion back, or is it a permanent struggle?
Haha, gentlefalcon, I’m seeing my own reflection in your posts—it’s almost unsettling how much I recognize those sentiments in your words. My father’s side of the family went completely off the deep end regarding religion a few years back, and I mean truly, intensely devoted. We’re talking community gatherings several times a week, dismissing basically every major news outlet because they think the media is just out to get God, and hosting visiting believers from halfway across the globe... even my grandfather used to corner me for hours, preaching about my "conversion"—as if faith were something you could just hand over like a gift—while droning on with his prayers for ten hours a day. It was quite a lot, to say the least.
Anyway, my takeaway? This specific lifestyle—this hyper-focused way of viewing existence through the lens of divine will—isn't inherently evil or even "wrong," per se. It doesn't force anyone else into anything. But it is incredibly, profoundly STUPID. And honestly, I think I’ve finally wrapped my head around the actual mechanics of how faith operates. 😉
Fortunately, I live with my mother, who isn't wired that way, so I have some breathing room. My only real regret is that my father owns a massive house where I could easily have my own apartment; unfortunately, I can't stomach the idea of living there, knowing he would never stop hounding me. So, when the time comes for me to move out on my own, I'll be looking at studio apartments or taking out a mortgage. Beyond that, I have zero interest in marrying a religious fanatic or having children who are raised that way—I know for a fact she would work tirelessly to indoctrinate them from infancy, and unlike her failed attempts with me, the success rate with kids is notoriously high.
I have surgery scheduled for next week. I’m wondering—does the consultation with the anesthesiologist happen right before the procedure itself, or am I supposed to head in a few days early? My doctor handed me this exhaustive list of all the tests I need to complete—and the ones I've already finished—and at the very bottom of the page sits the anesthesiologist...
Also, regarding this ankle arthroscopy, will I be under general anesthesia or just local? I can't quite wrap my head around the difference in experience here.
And what should I actually expect once I'm admitted? I’ll be staying at the Mayo Clinic for two or three days. What is the food situation like—how many meals do they serve? Do they track specific calorie counts that I need to hit? Because honestly, what good are five meals a day if it’s just a slice of bread and some cheap spread... I’m half-tempted to pack my own oatmeal just in case the hunger hits hard.😉 I’ve already packed toilet paper, wet wipes, pajamas, a toothbrush, and slippers. Is there anything else I’m forgetting?
How’s Michael Harris6 doing these days—what was the final verdict on his situation, did he end up going under the knife? I actually managed to mangle my own ankle back on September 9th, 2010—so, nearly six months ago now—and it’s still giving me hell. As far as walking or general stability goes, I'm doing alright, I suppose, but I can't bend my leg forward... I can't squat, I can't jump, nothing. For someone who lives an active lifestyle, it’s incredibly frustrating. Now I’m just sitting around waiting for an MRI; the doctor hinted that surgery is likely looking inevitable.
Also, does anyone happen to know if you get the MRI results immediately? I'm planning to head out to a clinic in Chicago from the city, and I was hoping there wouldn't be some long, drawn-out wait for the images after the scan is finished.