Recent content by C_Swagger

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    Super Noob question about changing motherboards....Please help me out

    Hi Guys, I built my first rig in January which I love (z87 chipset), but I think I overdid it with the case and would like a much smaller ,more space efficient rig. I would like to switch from my full tower case with ATX motherboard (MSI GD65 Gaming), to a BitFenix Prodigy with a Mini ITX...
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    How much space did you partition for Windows 8.1?

    Great. I was hoping this would be the answer. I'll just leave it be then. Thanks guys.
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    How much space did you partition for Windows 8.1?

    Hi guys, I'm finalizing my first build and will soon be installing Windows 8.1. I will be installing the OS and frequently used applications on a 256 GB Samsung Pro SSD, with a 1GB Caviar black as the primary data drive. I was just wondering if you could share how much space I should partition...
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    Is 2GB enough for a single monitor at 2560x1440 resolution?

    I'm thinking about chucking a pair of MSI Twin Frozr GTX 770 2GB cards in my new gaming rig but was wondering if 2GB is enough to max out AAA games at 2560x1440 (single screen)? Should I be looking at the 4GB edition instead? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in Advance
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    Can my PSU handle this crossfire setup....?

    I currently own the Corsair AX 860 PSU (80 plus platinum) and was wondering if it could handle a pair of Sapphire Radeon R9 280X's in crossfire.....any input would be much appreciated. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139044...
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    Noob Question about AMD's Mantle....

    Seems safe to go with Nvidia then...Thanks.
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    Noob Question about AMD's Mantle....

    So I'm planning on picking up an MSI 780 Twin Frozr around Christmas to put in my first gaming build, I like the performance reviews and the relative silence of the card. I just have one concern regarding AMD's mantle after reading articles like this...