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    Best free software for hardware information

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Eulogy, May 23, 2008.

  1. Eulogy

    Eulogy Notebook Enthusiast

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    Whats the best free software for hardware information. For example if i want to check out hardware information like gpu, ram, harddrive and so on. Any tips?
     
    Eulogy, May 23, 2008
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  2. The_Observer

    The_Observer 9262 is the best:)

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    I think everest is a good one.
     
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    CPU-Z, HD Tune, 3dMark05, 3dMark06, GPU-Z, PCMark05, Notebook Hardware Control...

    Everest is a little old, but still useful for viewing SMART info about your hard drive or more detailed information about your temperatures.
     
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    atbnet Notebook Prophet

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    HDD Health to monitor the health of your drive.

    HD Tach to benchmark your drive speeds.
     
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  5. Eulogy

    Eulogy Notebook Enthusiast

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    I thought they didnt have a free edition anymore?

    Thanks for the tips guys. Ill check them out.
     
    Eulogy, May 23, 2008
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    ttupa Tech Elitist NBR Reviewer

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    Everest is no longer free. However you can find the older version Everest Home Edition (free) from various locations like CNet's Download.com.
     
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    Jstn7477 Sam I Am

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    Don't forget PC Wizard '08, made by the creators of CPU-Z.

    -J.B.
     
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