Posts by bradpokey

In Theif: Deadly Shadows, I get wierdo graphics color corruption on my Nvidia-based 51m, throughout the game. Anyone else get this? Is this a problem with the Deus Ex engine?

I have no problems using my USB ports, although I'm not certain if I'm able to use USB 2.0 or not... ALSO, I have the exact same list of duplicated mishmash that he has, a la: SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller SiS 7001 PCI to...

I also work in the gaming industry, as a concept artist/texture artist, but I'm trained as an industrial designer, originally, so I've always thought of new ways to make laptops more useable for gamers. First off, the ability to...

I'm also annoyed by the CTRL/Fn placement. I use 3D studio MAX and Photoshop at work a lot and it makes a lot of keyboard shortcuts VERY difficult without being a manual contortionist. This CAN be changed, but it has to be done with...

BUMPity-BUMP bump

I'm planning on getting an SVGA projector for home theater/ huge computer screen in the next week or so. Been looking at the reviews on CNET and such for a few days. It all depends on when my move to Austin happens, and that depends on...

I was wondering if Juan or one of the other knowledgeable people out there could tell me: Is there a central "Scoreboard" by which you prioritize your central tech support issues? Is there a list that everyone looks to,...

Apparently, they're out of the Nvidia cards, as they are no longer listed as an option on the configuration page. So you should either get the ATI, or wait for the newer cards to come out. The cool thing is that you can always upgrade...

I love my alienware... but there are certainly worries about the customer service you might expect. It's your money, and it's your decision. don't let either the Alienware or the Sager guys convince you that one is always better or...

I play BF1942, Flight Sim '04, WarCraft 3, Generals, Tribes2, and lots of other games on this Area51m, and they play beautifully. There is a tiny bit of noticeable ghosting in VERY fast games such as BF 1942 or Tribes2, meaning that you...