yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Off-topic] Glosed:
ietsele les and

I've had my newly-built computer for about 2 weeks now and have had hardly any problems (My GPU was overheating at first, then I realized it was trying to do Diablo 3 at 150fps. I cut it down to 60 to match my monitor's refresh rate and I haven't had the problem since). I've just got 1 question that I need your help with:

I've loaded my OS onto the SSD (which is incredibly fast) and haven't been having issues with that per se. However, I want to set up my computer so that ONLY my operating system and programs that I choose (such as memory-hungry games that I want to load quickly) will install on that drive (everything else I want on my HDD unless I specifically tell it otherwise). I basically just want the bare bones stuff on the SSD for ultra-fast load times. Other light programs (such as Chrome, etc.) load plenty quickly on an HDD so it's not necessary. I would imagine there's a great tutorial or thread out there somewhere but I couldn't find one immediately. Also, because my OS is on my SSD, all the crap that it stores that takes up a significant amount of space but doesn't necessarily affect the boot is there too.

Also, what are good guidelines for deciding which programs to put on which drives? Are there any quantitative measures that I can use to determine if I'll see a significant speed boost by putting it on the SSD versus the HDD?

(Here's my build, though I don't think it matters too much in regard to my question):

Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V LK

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K Ivy Bridge 3.4GHz (Overclocked to 4.4GHz)

Memory: GeIL EVO CORSA Series 16GB (2 x 8GB)

Storage: 1) Mushkin Enhanced Chronos 2.5" 120GB SATA III MLC Internal SSD; 2) Seagate Barracuda ST2000DM001 2TB 7200 RPM HDD

GPU: Sapphire 11188-22-20G Radeon HD 6950 2GB (XFire ready)

Optical Drive: ASUS Black Blu-ray Burner SATA BW-12B1ST/BLK/G/AS

PSU: Rosewill HIVE Series 650W 80+ Bronze Modular Design

Thanks for the advice.

Glosed
[Off-topic] GuyInTheCorner:
Change the install location when running the installer? Or maybe copy a 'portable' version over to the HDD for use/

Sent from my Desire HD with BlackIce.

Thanks don't hurt ya know?! :)
[Off-topic] Glosed:
What about folder such as my user folders and temporary file folders, app data, etc? They're on the same drive by default but I just want the folders and utilities that are involved with the boot (or would benefit significantly from being on the SSD, without sucking up space) to be there. Folders such as my User folder where I store my media and such I want on the HDD.

I know what you mean when you say to change the location of the installer, but not the "portable" version part.

Also, what if I want a program such as an internet browser to be on my SSD, but things it might store over the course of use (temp internet files, history, cookies) on the HDD?
[Off-topic] Allanitomwesh:
Nice rig.
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
I like his suggestion haha but if you were smart enough to create a hidden admin account using command prompt I suggest you find out how to remove a directory through command prompt.
[Off-topic] tobiascuypers:
OK well at the end of the day I figured it out, the reason was from when virtual machine created the virtual hard drive or whatever, its name was Ubuntu so when I went to install Ubuntu with WUBI it watrong to install it to a directory that it had already been "installed" in with VM. So I just deleted :C/Ubuntu/ and it installed smoothly.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Lol Intel's flagship model costs almost twice that of AMD's and doesn't offer twice the performance.

And AMD edges out Intel in some multi-threaded apps (once overclocked it beats Intel easily), the new piledriver has improved IPC, still lower than Intel's but no real world performance difference...unless benchmarking is all one does.

And did i say AMD is more affordable?

And overclocking AMD is way more fun, even though i've not done it yet..i've read enough to say that.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Seem to have no problems maxing out Crysis 2 at 1080... I don't game so you tell me...

Video
[Off-topic] roofrider:
I think Dirk was replying to this post

but i could be wrong.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Based on the vid my computer seems to handle it well? Like I said, I don't game... Xbox only...
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Oops, i dont game either, best to let someone else reply..but it looks good to me.

As long as it's over 60fps it's fine i guess.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
It was smooth, but I noticed a tad of distortion every now and then... How would I measure the FPS while playing?
[Off-topic] roofrider:
FRAPS :good:
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Thanks...
[Off-topic] -DarkKnight-:
Anyone know is a really cheap laptop ( but still decent) for less than 400?

Account taken over by Ponies HELP?!?!
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Not personal shopper, do your own googling!:rolleyes::p

Easier than it sounds, harder than it looks.
[Off-topic] Theshawty:
400 what? I hope you're not talking abut Sri Lankan Rupees :p
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
This was not just a dream... SSD x 2 RAID-0 is coming to a laptop near me...
[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
Ya know, Christmas is coming... I'll take the 128GB model if it's not too much to ask for ;):p
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
If I had as much money as I wanted, I'd buy you one buddy... and I'd buy XDA, put the Thanks button back, fire a few people, move the servers to the philippines, for undisclosed reasons, and pay all yall bills... and mine...

The Corsair Force Series GT 240GB I ordered for my mom is on backorder... I'm pissed...
[Off-topic] roofrider:
OMG! I just helped Quasi!!

Yay!! :highfive:
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Lol...
[Off-topic] roofrider:
:D

Seriously there's an awful lot of stuff about computers that i have no idea about, because i haven't messed with them yet. Especially about having multiple disks and having them i raid n stuff, cloning...blah blah blah. Hell, the last time i dual booted, someone else did it for me!

A lot to learn....
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
I built my first computer when I was 13 or 14... I'm 32 now...
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
Sounds like me haha except I started at 11 and I'm only 20 now haha
[Off-topic] roofrider:
13!!

The first time i ever touched a computer when i was a kid was to play the Wings of Fury game (had to google to find out that name), and it was absolutely amazing afaicr. A classic. Then came the Prince of Persia dos game.

--edit--

Just installed wings of fury 2

and it's crap.
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Bragger,I was 34 and did it right the first time.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
:crying:

Why is it so damn difficult to choose the right case? :crying:

Budget ~$100 (can go a tiny bit higher too, *tiny)

-Need high airflow

-Should have a min of 175mm cpu cooler compatibility

currently thinking,

-HAF 912 combat

-HAF 912 Avdanced

-CM Storm Enforcer

-Corsair 400R or 500R??
[Off-topic] gunz.jones:
I've got Quasi beat. My first computer was a c64 that we built a tape drive for. Technically my first build. You didn't have to build your own comp until the 486 chips and 56k modems started getting out. Ram was ridiculous for just Mb's of it. 16 mb was over 100. Crazy days.
[Off-topic] Dirk:
This is what i have:

http://www.frozencpu.com/products/13786/cst-1220/Lian_Li_PC-6_Black_Mid_Tower_Chassis_w_USB_30.html

Does it meet your requirements?
[Off-topic] roofrider:
:( If i want a Lian Li, then i would have to import it. It's very hard to find Lian Lis here.

I can get a few CM HAFs, Storms (stryker n enforcer), Antecs, NZXT Phantom 410s.
[Off-topic] Dirk:
That's a shame. The Corsair cases you mentioned certainly look capable and good value for money. If you like the aesthetics, i can't see you going wrong with either the 400R or 500R. Can you get them where you are?
[Off-topic] MaBlo:
I have the HAF 912 Plus, don't know how that differs from the Advanced though. I like it, good airflow, solid built, painted black interior. Although I would probably order something with a sleeker design now, it's a little over the top. Personal opinion.
[Off-topic] Small_town_boy:
Need some help ....seriously confused b/w these 2 cards...which one is better ...

http://www.flipkart.com/sapphire-amd-ati-radeon-hd-6570-1-gb-ddr3-graphics-card/p/itmd4f6s3hrzwh3f

http://www.flipkart.com/powercolor-...id=reco_pp_same_graphics_card_graphics_card_3

My res 1366*768....is their much performance difference b/w these 2 cards?

Sent from my GT-S5570
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
Okay guys, this isn't a hardware related question but it's still related to computers. I'm about to start my last semester of my Multimedia Production Diploma course and I need help deciding what's next. The course I'm currently in is just an introductory course, which I was unaware of when I signed up.

But it's showed me that I want to be a Web Designer/Developer BUT I also want to learn some thorough standard programming(Java, C++, Python, Ruby, basically everything that will make me a good app developer and able to create Linux and maybe Windows applications)

Currently I'm located in Alberta, Canada. I would much rather stay in Canada and preferably out of Ontario. I would also like to keep the amount of schooling to two years or less. I should also end up with a diploma or degree of some sort.

So my question is, where the hell should I go? If you know of places tell me where they are and why I would wanna go there and also what I can get from it. I know this is totally out of topic, but I think you guys could help me. I also know how to use Google, but I wanna know what some of you think and what you've heard about some places.

Thanks a ton in advance.
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Negligible difference.

Easier than it sounds, harder than it looks.
[Off-topic] Small_town_boy:
So I would like to go for 6570 as it is cheap ...

And what matters more when it comes to performance?

The clock speed or no. Of steam processors ...?

Sent from my GT-S5570
[Off-topic] YeledKaki:
My awesome potato!
[Off-topic] trek1701:
Dell 17' Vostro 1710 (~4 years old laptop)

Intel Core 2 Duo CPU T9500 @ 2.60GHz

Corsair 4 Gb DDR2 RAM

512GB + 250GB HDD

Nvidia 8600M GS 512MB Graphics card

Linux Mint 14 MATE
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
My first build was a 386sx/16 with 1mb RAM and a 10MB HD... Had the 5.25" and eventually 3.5"... Then I built a 486DX/100... after that I could fell out of computers for a while... Got my degree in information systems and didn't even own one...
[Off-topic] -DarkKnight-:
US dollars

Account taken over by Ponies HELP?!?!
[Off-topic] gunz.jones:
I have one of those hdd's. Have a stack of 300 mb and lower. I had a 286 briefcase comp with 2 5 1/4 drives. 386 with win 3.1 with networking. 486 dx2 and dx4. American megatrends was the company.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Yes i can get the 400r, also the 500r i guess.

I looked almost certain to get one of the HAF 912s a while back, the looks didn't really bother me..thought the rugged look was nice, but now that i'm looking into Corsair cases i think i like corsair more. But Cooler Master has better fans, Corsair only has 120mm fans, 200mm will be better. :confused:

Plus and Advanced are the same i guess, it's called Plus in the US i believe. Comes with a USB3 bracket, 2x 200mm fans and a rear 120mm fan.

--edit--

This is the 912 Advanced
[Off-topic] gunz.jones:
Asus and Acer laptops on tiger direct. Use pricewatch. They list things at pretty decent prices.
[Off-topic] arsenala:
I want to buy it for a relative who lives in Europe and I need it before the hollidays.

That's why I wouldn't like to order it if it's not available, and I don't know when its going to be shipped.
[Off-topic] MaBlo:
That's not quite the same as mine, mine didn't come with the USB 3 front panel and only came with 1 200mm fan in the front and 1 rear 120mm fan. I bought a 200mm fan as top exhaust and a 140mm as side intake myself.

I really like the dust filters in the front and botton though, I also bought one for the side fan. I'm a little lazy when in comes to cleaning out my case, so it really helps.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
The 912 Combat - $80 here, similar to 912 plus seems to be the best bang for the buck, but lacks dust filters and fan doesn't have leds.

912 advanced - $128, comes with 3 fans, usb 3, dust filters.

Enforcer - $119, comes with 2 fans, usb 3, dust filters...almost the same as 912 adv but without the top fan and $10 cheaper.

I kinda like the Enforcer.
[Off-topic] -DarkKnight-:
I need a 500$ plus hdmi cabke

Account taken over by Ponies HELP?!?!
[Off-topic] roofrider:
:confused:

Why?
[Off-topic] Dirk:
You need to stop drinking! :laugh:
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
Monster cables has you covered.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
If you have Comcast, go by the office, they'll give you one for free...
[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
Lol, CPU-Z likes to bug out sometimes I guess. Or I really have the best computer ever. I think it's the latter.
[Off-topic] Jay Rock:
Is there anyway I can keep my laptop from constantly heating up too much? Is browsing really that demanding?
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
Browsing isn't demanding but your processors need for cooling. Most laptops lack adequate cooling compared to desktops.
[Off-topic] gunz.jones:
Use a flowpad. Get them on the cheap at Walmart or Office Depot. Laptops have no airflow to dispense all the heat built up in there.
[Off-topic] Stereo8:
USB 3.0, Archlinux, and a crappy PC...

I recently bought a Verbatim 16GB USB 3.0 flash drive, and tried to install Archlinux on it 'cause my parents won't let me partition our hard drive.

After I installed it using Universal USB Installer, when I set the first boot device to be USB-HDD and let it boot. Nothing happened. It skipped to Windows. How do I make it boot?

These kind of problems never occured with my old 1gigabyte USB 2.0 flash drive...
[Off-topic] shimp208:
Linux is known for having problems recognizing usb 3.0 drives mainly due to driver issues. I would recommend either plugging the flash drive into a usb 2.0 port and seeiing if that works, or just using a usb 2.0 flash drive, also double check you have the correct boot device selected. As a side note check out virtual box that will allow you to run Linux with out messing with your hard drive partitions.
[Off-topic] coolprateek.kumar:
I use windows xp and windows 7 but i can copy correctly big files either from cd/dvd or usb drives. But i don't get any error.

Even i get error during installation if i move the file to different hard disks. This mostly happens with setup files and games.

Small setups work perfect. Even i get error from installing from original game dvd. My friend uses the same disk or usb and installs without any problem having same specifications.

Is this the problem of ram??

Using XDA premium through A5
[Off-topic] ShadowLea:
Define 'big'.

Also, If your system is FAT32, the maximum filesize is 4GB (-1 byte..). Anything bigger will result in an error. Just rightclick on the drive in explorer and open up preferences. It'll tell you what the format is.
[Off-topic] ACHILLES R32:
I considering buying more ram , right now I have 8GB corsair vengeance low profile. Wanted to get another 8GB (4x2). Mainly use pc for web browsing and gaming. What do you guys think?

Running Windows 7HP 64bit

i5 3570K

GTX 660 TI

500GB HDD

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Don't, as you won't need it. Browsing isn't heavy, and gaming often relies on the GPU a lot more.

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] ACHILLES R32:
Main reason I want to add more ram cause its cheap 8gb $40. But I'm thinking it might be to much.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
I think you should look in task manager and see if you're even using half the 8gb you already have.
[Off-topic] Sparx639:
Its always good to make it last longer, that way his next upgrade will probably only be the gpu

Sparx639
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
If he isn't even using half of his RAM there is absolutely no reason he should "upgrade" it. Even 8gb is excessive for 90% of users and adding more isn't going to do anything.
[Off-topic] -DarkKnight-:
I'm not drinking

I need a cable that guarantees crystal clear connection and no data lost during the transfer

It also needs to be expensive so I can prove to my friends how truly rich I am

Thread Closed
[Off-topic] Sparx639:
I never said he had to upgrade the ram, eventually games will use more ram so it wont hurt to have it now
[Off-topic] Chad_Petree:
I have a little (stupid) doubt, i abuse my laptop a lot since i dont have a desktop pc, but im concerned about the battery, i charge it even 2 times a day , if i dont unplug it from the power outlet then i wont be using the battery and just using electricity? i'm concerned because if i keep using my laptop this way in one year i will have to buy another battery
[Off-topic] MaBlo:
As far as I know using a laptop while plugged in is generally not a good idea. It produces unnecessary heat which batteries don't like, as it reduces capacity over time. General rules for Li-ion batteries taken from memory:

Its best to charge little and often, for example 30-70% is better than 10-100%.

Don't let it charge completely out.

Don't keep it at 100% all the time, ie plugged in permanently.

If you have a spare battery charge it to around 40% and keep it cold. Fridge works fine if wrapped tightly in plastic.

Some of this might be wrong due to my faulty memory.
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
If you just plug it in it without the battery it probably won't even turn on. At least that's the case with mine.
[Off-topic] coolprateek.kumar:
Its NTFS

Like copying 8GB or 15GB game setups or even game data.

It copies perfectly without error but when i install, i get errors during installation. Even i cant install windows 7 from original dvd or even my friend's while he installs without any problems

Using XDA Premium through A5
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Back on Windows 8 Pro Media Center... Legit copy too... This time I figure out how to COMPLETELY kill MetroUI.... It runs EXACTLY like 7...
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Share? :)

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Find this program.... and you have everything you need to restore the Windows 7 UI... file associations will need to be changed, because they still point to missing Metro apps...

My desktop:
[Off-topic] Chad_Petree:
What? :/ I believed everything you said until you mentioned fridge hahaha :'(
[Off-topic] MaBlo:
Why? I said fridge not freezer. The fridge will keep it around 4c.
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Lol that is how you preserve a battery if you're not going to use it for months together.
[Off-topic] ACHILLES R32:
If you want a start button on windows 8 try Classic Shell , its free. Start8 is nice but its $5 there is a 30 day trial. I went back to windows 7 , I don't know what idiot decided to get rid of right click to scan a file with Windows Defender ( MSE).

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Off-topic] kopter36:
Sometimes a heatsink that doesnt contact well onto cpu and gpu also can cause overheat..
[Off-topic] Chad_Petree:
I want a 15" Macbook pro but as we all know Apple overcharges for their products, they charge 2100 euros (with student's discount) so i'd like to find an almost complete spec match laptop. I know that retina is excessive, i would be happy with 1080 for the time being , but the only other choice (if you want apple) is 1680 x 1050 which is a no go for me, i dont have a tv or a desktop so i watch movies,videos and tv shows on the laptop, can you give me another option? trust me i tried looking but i couldn't find anything with:

1. At least a 1080 screen ( 13 or 15 inches)

2. 8 gb of ram ddr3

3. At least a 256 gb sdd

4. A trackpad and keyboard as good as the macbook pro

5. A cpu as good as the Core i7-3615QM 2.3 Ghz

6. A dedicated decent cpu GeForce GT 650M with 1 gb of Vram

7. Almost as light as an ultrabook (2.02 kg)

The closest i could find was the Asus Zenbook at 1400 euros which has:

*A 256 gb sdd

*4 gb of ram ddr3

*Supossedly a very bad trackpad

*Lighter than the mackbook at 1.30 kg

*No dedicated gpu

*A worse cpu, Intel Core i7-3517U 1.90 Ghz

The samsung series 9 looks beautiful too but no 1080 screen is a complete deal breaker for me
[Off-topic] coolprateek.kumar:
Can anyone please provide the save game of Prince of persia the forgotten sands....i need the the save when the game is saved for the 1st time because everytime i select new game it remains on loading forever....please please please

Someone upload it...just create new game in easy and just save once

Using XDA premium through A5
[Off-topic] Nbsss:
Can't decide which 120gb ssd to get.

Intel 520 = $140

Ocz Vertex 4 = $130

Sandisk extreme = $99

---------- Post added at 08:03 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:59 AM ----------

Also which is a good server to get? I heard symology is good?
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Check out Crucial also...
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Samsung 830.

Servers I have no knowledge of, sorry.

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
I have Samsung 830 512gb... swear buy it... ordered another one for RAID-0
[Off-topic] Nbsss:
Is the $40 extra from the sandisk to Intel worth it? Will I notice a difference?

---------- Post added at 09:58 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:55 AM ----------

How about the Samsung 840? I can get it for $103
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
840 should be a bit better, slightly higher speeds.

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] shimp208:
What are you looking to run on this server OS wise, Windows Server or a UNIX bases server distro? Also what tasks do you intend to use this server for NAS Box, hosting your own website, hosting a game client, build server, etc.? Symology is a good brand, you also might want to consider building your own server.
[Off-topic] Draciel882:
Do you know a lot about building servers?
[Off-topic] Dirk:
OCZ Vector will be one to watch out for.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
I ordered the OCZ Solid 3 480gb for my mom... Haven't heard much about it, but it was a good deal... $40 rebate included that isn't listed, it's expired now, so $329...
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Y U ALL BUY EXPENSIVE SSD FOR MOTHER

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Because she's my mom man... she can't have nice stuff too?
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
That's a nice gift and I'm sure She'll appreciate it and get good use out of it.

To the poster above Quasimodem:

Yourpostisbadandyoushouldfeelbad.jpg

Hickory, Dickory, Dox...Snowflake approves of my HOX.... :D
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Thanks...

Not sent from your phone...
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
So you start hating, very mature.

I'm aiming at it kind of being an expensive gift? My mom doesn't even want a 64 GB SSD...

I did a boo-boo!
[Off-topic] jugg1es:
With everything our mothers do for us over the years there's nothing wrong in splashing out on them once in a while. Good on you Quasimodem :thumbup:

Java is C++ without guns, knives and clubs. - James Gosling (Co-inventor of Java).
[Off-topic] boborone:
You're the one who started hating. Hater. Haters gonna hate. Just stfu and gtfo.

And quasi, your mom would enjoy that. And to all that don't know, she's a cool cat.
[Off-topic] StormMcCloud:
Becausome people actually care about their parents and like to do nice things for them.
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
Thanks for all the posts guys... I dont skimp when it comes to my mom... shes the best person there is... Come Christmas she'll have 16gb RAM a 480gb SSD and 750gb Seagate Momentus... I treat her computer as if its my own... shes and internet junkie... if I could have afforded it a Sager would be wrapped up for her... her birthday she got some 200$ Uggs...

Not sent from your phone...
[Off-topic] boborone:
Oh so you got her the cheap ones :p
[Off-topic] Theshawty:
What would your mom even possibly use 16GB of RAM for? Even if you have 200 Internet Explorer pages open all playing youtube videos, you wouldn't even come close to using 16GB of RAM.
[Off-topic] boborone:
Why not? Jesus christ douches, lay off the man cause he likes to treat his mom.
[Off-topic] StormMcCloud:
He does it to piss people like you off.