Recent content by carterja1207

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    Gigabyte Z170X-Gaming 7 "C0" Error Code Help!

    Hello! I have an i7 6700k along with the Gigabyte Z170X-Gaming 7. I have recently been getting the "C0" error code on the Motherboard. I don't know how long the code has been shown, as I don't look at the motherboard often, but I do know that it didn't used to have the code. After researching, I...
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    High Memory Usage Issue!

    I am running a 64bit version of Windows 10. Some Specs: i5 4690k GTX 970 ASRock Fatality Z97 Killer Motherboard 8gb G. Skill Ripjawz RAM I haven't always had this problem. It seems it started happening whenever I updated from Windows 8.1, but I could be wrong. Anyways, I have the infamous...
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    Best CPU cooler smaller than a Coolermaster 212 Evo?

    I built my PC around Christmas time of 2014, and have enough money to start doing some upgrades. Right now I have the stock fan that came with my i5 4690K. I looked up the case I have and the biggest CPU cooler I could have would be 150mm and the CM 212 is 159mm, I think. Anyways, what is the...
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    Is this a good graphics card?

    Hey guys, i'm building my first gaming rig. I found a Gigabyte Windforce GTX770 for $250, but it's sold out on Newegg and I need to purchase one soon. I found a MSI N770-2GD5/OC on Superbiiz.com for $280, but I don't know about it. I can't seem to find any reviews or anything on it. I know the...
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    Best cheap 120hz monitor?

    I'm in the process of my first computer build. Unfortunately, I can't afford a monitor right away, but I will be using a 32 inch 60hz lcd TV to start. But I want to save up for a 1080p 120hz monitor. Price should definitely be below $400 and hopefully below $300, but I will have to see what I...
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    What components use SATA ports?

    I'm a computer noob and in the process of building my first gaming PC. I just want to know what kind of pc parts actually use SATA ports on the motherboard. Cause my motherboard has 4 so I was just wondering what parts (HDD, SDD,..) will use them just in case I have any extra ports. Thanks!
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    Is this a good first time build PC?

    Hey guys, this is my first post so sorry if anything is wrong! But i've always been a console gamer but now I want to get into PC. This build (with case, mouse/keyboard, and all) is around $800 which is at the very top of my price range. I don't need a monitor or OS as I already have one. CPU...