WanderingAries

Did you uninstall something or migrate your CoX install? Either one of these will cause this. Well, that or a corrupted registry, but we'll think happy thoughts for now.

The Default Installation location for Windows 7 would be like this:

C:\Program Files (x86)\City of Heroes\

when successfully installed you should see files listed as being modified today in the "data" folder.

I'm always extra careful to match them up incase I take that toon into a situation where I'm dropped in level (ouro, etc) as I don't remember whether enh slots are treated like powers with level scaling.

You might wanna check on the Linksys website to see if there's a firmware update for the router to increase stability. They also have forums for known issues so definitely search there as well. If this truely is an 802.11b router, then I'd save up a nab a newer router when possible. They go as cheap as $25 for a G rated router or $40 for an N rated one. But that's me looking towards the future. :-p

Is there a reason you chose a 120Gb SSD instead of something like a 60/80Gb? I'd likely just have the OS, SWAP on it unless someone has a better reason.

*grabs dice* Ok, Aries needs a new pair of...I mean some assistance with etching out a future build. Obviously it's not going to be soon and I'm not even sure what my limits are at this point so consider this an 'evolving' discussion (yes, even if I de-evolve into squirrel banter).

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1) What will you primarily be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? etc

Let's start with what will handle CoX in Ultra mode on the prettiest/best case senario and go from there. Testing out Beta OS' (most recently, Win 8), software, etc and being able to comfortably handle x64 virtualization at the hardware level would be awesome (even if I'm still new to VHDs). I'll likely be looking into a wireless setup (mouse, kb, wifi card) so I can get off the floor and back onto my comfy bed. Output to my 40" HDTV via HDMI would be AWESOME as my Apple G4's occupying the D-SUB already.

2) What's your budget? (Real Dollars) Are tax and shipping included? This is important as it allows people trying to help you to suggest things appropriate to your budget.

Looking at suggestions so far, I'll probably have to scrounge up between $1.2k-$1.5k for a prefered build.

5) What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, case, etc. The word "Everything" is not a valid answer. Please list out all the parts you'll need. If you're unsure what exactly you need, say so.

*clears throat* Bring E-VERY-ONE!

7) Will you be overclocking?

While I understand the urge to do so, I've never really had the desire to personally as you've got to be very careful as you could ruin more than just your warranty sometimes.

8) What size monitor do you have and/or plan to have?

ATM, I really don't have anything that I'll be keeping except for the afore mentioned HDTV.

9) When do you plan on building/buying the PC?

If I'm lucky or (better chance) the GPU in my backup laptop finally dies, then Maybe by year's end.

10) What features do you need in a motherboard? RAID? Firewire? Crossfire or SLI support? USB 3.0? SATA 6Gb/s? etc.

I'd like to go as far into future proofing as possible so things like USB 3.0 ports, 6Gb SATA. I don't use anything that needs firewire and not quite comfortable with RAID yet (haven't made it to that chapter on the bookshelf yet), but I do understand that many boards come with these anyway. I was curious about SLI, but not sure I want to go so far as dealing with a dual/triple GPU system. Especially since that basically supersizes the budget. I'm always in need of USB ports it seems though now a days so perhaps 6 onboard headers would be good. Obviously a micro-ATX isn't gonna match this build, but I don't want a 10' bohemoth either.

11) Any specific must-have features? Must be able to max out Ultra-Mode? Must have 6+GB of RAM? Must have an SSD? etc.

Maxing out Ultra would be awesome as any system that can do that without frying can likely do anything else I need it to do like perhaps authoring BD video archives. Uh, SSD in the 120Gb-180Gb range. I hear 16Gb isn't all that pricey anymore and the more the merrier with the virtualization.

12) Are there any vendors/brands you'd specifically prefer to use?

I've used ASUS, ASRock, Abit....I've never really had anything leave a bad taste in my mouth so far, but commonly features tend to aim towards specific boards. For compatibility, I'd like to go ahead and stick to an nVidia GPU.

13) Are there any vendors/brands you'd specifically prefer to avoid?

Anything that's questionable quality wise and nothing 'off brand'.

14) Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? If yes, what OS? Is it 32bit or 64bit? (Note: If your current OS came with your computer, odds are that it is NOT transferable.)

Let me put it this way, I have a spreadsheet of license codes (I can legally retain/use) for the quarter Tb of software on my ISO drive.

Hopefully I didn't cause too much group *headdesk*, but like I stated we're in the preliminary stages as I haven't even started looking yet. Any informational updates like "DDR3 vs GDDR5" or "Crossfire vs SLI" would be very helpful.
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Current HDD Configuration:

HDD-0, Partition 0: 45Gb, 9Gb remaining

C:\Program Files ~2Gb
C:\Program Files (x86) ~3Gb
C:\Windows ~28Gb (I'm not sure where System Restore hides files, so it may be bloated)
C:\hiberfil.sys ~2.25Gb (likely non-essential on a Desktop that's never on w/ out being monitored, but still on Smart UPS)

HDD-0, Partition 1: 67Gb, 10Gb remaining

D:\Games\{Other} ~7Gb (a Favorite collection of Pre-XP titles that Win7 really doesn't like so I'll probably have to keep on the old build)
D:\Games\Myst ~17Gb (I Really need to beat the damned series like I meant to when I bought the bloody thing. IE: may not goto new build)
D:\Games\NCSoft ~19Gb (all three types of game installs including things like Mids, Titan, etc)
D:\Program Files ~19Gb (need to pad by nearly double on a new system as I don't have my video editing software installed right now)

HDD-1, Partition 0: 320Gb, 52Gb remaining (data drive w/ Win7 system backup)

E:\pagefile ~4.5Gb (1.5x Physical RAM)

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EDIT: The more I look, the more I realize I'm going for broke! >.<
Important Note: Unless somebody has an ubber easy to understand method, I'm not looking at a liquid cooled configuration this time around.

Build Decisions: I'll try to keep this upto date, but feel free to comment as we go! ^.^

Case: Thermaltake Chaser MK-1 (Seems to cover everything with lots of options including LEDs OFF)
Extra Case Fans: 2-200mm ColorShift and 1-120mm Colorshift (I went with the same type as what comes with the case, but this config will max out the cooling!)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H (looks to be the best of the options really when looking ahead)
CPU: Intel i7 3770K
CPU Cooler: Stock unless someone can come up with a good suggestion.
RAM: 16Gb of G.Skill (down the road, maxing at 32Gb)
GPU: GTX 680 (pending due to $$$)
PSU: 750W Thermaltake
HDD-0: Corsair 240Gb SSD ($199 after rebate!)
Optical Drive(s): BD-RE

Optional Devices:
Wireless Adaptors: Dual-Band Wifi (because I honestly don't like the whole dipole design of the wifi-version of the motherboard even if it's likely superior tech)
mSATA Cache Disk: Mushkin 60Gb (after everything else is paid for just to push my luck on maxing system performance)

Gah! Don't scare me like that, this link points to the old "Titan was haxored" link. >.<

Because with the right costume build I can be cute n fluffy?

But yeah, I always try to make sure things are clarified...eventually.

By default windows is coded to install new applications in that directory, but programmers generally just 'go with the flow' to save time/effort as you have no idea how the end user's setup is. Not everybody has multiple drives or multiple partitions. :-p

It is if the current programmers have no clue how the change was made or how to read the original programmer's "handwriting". They've admitted that there are several things that would be nice to fix, but similar coding issues are causing road blocks.

Sorry, we already have 6 decendants of foxes in the house as it is. We're pretty sure the one's gonna have a litter mid year at that!

Good call, there actually is a bug that affects bases idle long enough that nomatter what you do (pay rent, stand on one foot, etc) will clear itself short of having a dev clear out the old code that seems to lock it down.

Likely, but there's a common arc Gold side that involves one too.

but back then we got freespecs with each issue :-D

that aside, I beleve the OP is asking where the ability to save our trays (as they are before respec) is since it's been a long time since the respec ability was introduced. Honestly I too think this is a bit of a hold over as the number one issue I ever have with respecs is the tedius task of remembering where everything was at before I changed something. especially if the respec was simply to reallocate slots and not change powers.

It would probably take them $50 or more just in the employee hourly pay to perform the task from beginning to end...'s

Hyper you're screwing up my bowling game here with that Gutter Ball you just tossed me...I realise it's a tool of sorts, but for some reason "FRAPS" just doesn't sound 'right' in my head. >.<

Let me guess, those are your 3D glasses too. :-p

*clicks power, magically sees invention table summoned in front of eyes*

*clicks power, waits for Base list to load, chooses base, goes to crafting room, crafts with glee*