There is a shareware program by SiSoft called Sandra.  This years version
would be Sandra2001 (if it's out yet) and can usually be found at ZD's web
site.  It doesn't exactly do a stress test on the system, but will warn you
of problems.

Most other programs that do what you are looking for cost lots of money.
You might look for other shareware at ZD's site that will do testing, but
I'm not sure how reliable they would be.  Good luck!

Kyle Elmblade
Distinct Computer Solutions
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From: "Neal Collins" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2001 5:54 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] Is there a good program??


> HI all,
> I've got a new computer on the way, so the old one I'm either gonna sell
or
> pass it along a family member. Either way, I'd like to make sure that
> everything is in the best possible condition and working efficiently.
What
> is the best program (freeware or shareware would be great) for testing the
> overall performance of the system. I'd like to be able to check it all.
There
> are no conflicts of any sort going on in Device Manager, so everything
> appears to be in working order and I haven't had any problems with it so
far.
> I know things can just fail at anytime, but I'd like to be able to provide
> some kind of benchmarking report or statistical report on the system to
> whoever I sell or give it to.
> By the way, its a P3  500 running Win98SE.
> Thanks for your time,
>
> Neal Collins

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