Recent content by avnerd

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    Best mITX GPU Card

    I need some input and options on a good GPU to add to my small form factor build. I am using a 60" 4K tv and my integrated graphics on the i7 isn't doing the best job. I have to lower my tv settings to 1920x1080 when watching videos on the web to stop some of the stuttering. I'd also like...
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    Buffalo Ext Hard Drive not working with my new build

    Hey guys, need some help here. I just built a new system. MB is: Gigabyte GA-H170N-Wifi with six 3.1 USB ports. All the ports are working, as I have tested several USB items on them. (WD 3.0 external hard drive, mouse, keyboard, ect.) My problem is this.... I have a Buffalo external hard...
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    Trying to use Cat5e cable for phone and data

    Thank you both, for your great advice. I was able to wire each RJ45 jack with 4 twisted pairs and I am getting nice network speeds of 150Mbps down and 65Mbps up. I haven't tested a network file transfer, but I am sure it will work just fine. I went ahead and wired the jacks using the 568B...
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    Trying to use Cat5e cable for phone and data

    I recently moved into an apartment and ordered Verizon Fios. My speeds are 150Mbps down and 65Mbps up. I installed a wireless AC router, but because of the size of the apartment and obstructions, my speeds diminish as I get further away from the router. I have to keep the AC wireless router...
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    Small mITX HTPC - Small Budget

    Summary: I had an old Dell slim factor that I was using for a temporary storage device to play videos and music over Apple's Air Play. Each room in our house has apple tv and it was convenient to access all MP4/MP3 files in each room over wifi. Well, that Dell clunked out (mobo died) and now I...