Posts by awingedpig

Your descriptions aren't helping. Type out the warning exactly as it is written, or post a screenshot.

need more specific description what happens when you press the power button?

does mouse work when other programs are launched?

SiSoft Sandra will probably be able to match it. http://zdnet.com.com/3000-2086-10018691.html

With $1200, you'll have to choose either high-end processor or good graphics chip. Can't have both. I suggest MSI 1029 or 1032 depending on your graphics chip...

they're not designed for gaming. More robust support of OpenGL (CAD-specific) features, like hardware overlays and clip planes. Memory manager optimized for complex object models instead of high res textures. Hardware certification so...

what's the graphics on your desktop? [need to know to make more informed economic decision]

Well, the 64bit CPUs won't offer any advantage over 32bit ones in the software you're using. Unless you're primarily looking to save a few pounds and have 64bit compatability in the future (at least a few years to come), I would...

gpu overheating or power supply issue have it checked out

get a usb external optical drive you can also do a network install if you have another computer to share its optical drive resource.