Recent content by ccondardo

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    Can a Bad GPU Cause the Whole System to Be Slow?

    Ever since I got a GIGABYTE Geforce 650ti 3 years ago I've had boot problems. I recently replaced the mobo/ram/cpu so I know those are good, and the issues existed before I added those parts in. I updated those parts anyway but hoped as a side effect maybe the booting issues I saw would go...
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    Cheapest easiest way to share a monitor between a laptop and gaming pc

    I have a macbook pro and a gaming PC. I have 1 monitor I'd like to share (not at the same time) between them. I have this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JVV8XL2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 but for some reason it no longer wants to work. I don't need something that fancy...
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    Boot problems remain after upgrading MOBO, CPU, RAM

    It seems the most logical next test is to install windows on another hard drive. Does that seem like a good idea?
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    Boot problems remain after upgrading MOBO, CPU, RAM

    After reinstalling the GPU, the green pixel flash happened. It flashes green, then the system shows a black screen for 10 seconds. Then the system reboots itself. Second time it doesn't flash green, but it flashes the MSI screen, appearing to start over. Then it loads windows up.
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    Boot problems remain after upgrading MOBO, CPU, RAM

    I recently purchased a new MOBO, CPU & RAM. Before I upgraded those parts, I had boot issues and after the upgrade they remain, much to my chagrin. The issue is that when booting, one of a few things can happen: 1) It shows the windows 10 loading dots superimposed on the MSI startup screen...
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    Minimum number of replacement parts for viable Gaming PC?

    I didn't mean to select the answer, tho it's a good one. Sorry for not selecting the originally one dimagolf9 posted.I do think n0ns3ns3 addition is helpful however.
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    Minimum number of replacement parts for viable Gaming PC?

    I'd like to fix up my old gaming computer (originally build in 2009, replaced some parts in 2013) and play some games with friends. I care more about being able to play with them than having the best possible machine and I'm trying to do it on a budget. I'd love to spend < $300 if possible. I...