Recent content by Counteragent666

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    HDD dosen't format completedy.

    if you have another PC / Operating System boot into it (Already have the other HDD connected) and open Command Prompt and type DISKPART You may want to google to learn all commands. BE WARNED you can delete whole partitions. Maybe you can override / force the deletion of partitions of that...
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    one of my hard disk is not ahowing

    Hi, Motherboard menu I assume you mean its entering BIOS each time you switch on? No stuck KEYS on the keyboard?
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    Adding ram to my computer

    Sounds a little confusing.. generally 1 RULE with RAM is: 1. Always use a single RAM KIT. Never mix RAM Modules.
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    How much Watts does this PC Need ?

    I"d just go with a good quality 750W PSU.
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    X99 System restarting on load of any game. Reboots with "overclocking failed" with stock CPU settings.

    check your PSU like littleleo suggests. Take a look in your Event Viewer to see if it gives any hints. Usually its due to a bad / under powered PSU. OR Heat can also cause this
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    Will an i5 6600k bottleneck with sli 980 ti?

    I can't see there been a problem with the setup.
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    Best method of painting heat spreaders?

    maybe you could look at getting them powder coated.. Taking heat spreaders off is by far the best option.
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    CPU overheating how often should thermal paste need reapplying

    Its possible the thermal paste was not applied correctly. I'd suggest taking CPU cooler off, cleaning the old thermal paste n applying a good quality product such as the Artic Silver range. ensure the fan is connected to the CPU header on the motherboard. Maybe in your BIOS you can set the...
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    how to get windows 10 ,8 password

    maybe its best to just ask Uncle?
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    Asus X99 Reliability

    I've run Asus Rampage Extreme Boards for over 5 years. I think if you take care, look after at your handling you wont' fault the Asus Boards.
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    Ho do you reset windows 10 (keep ALL files)

    How do you mean 'reset windows' Re-install Windows with your DVD media? If you want to re-install you can copy your entire users profile to an external hard drive for backup.. This includes things such as Documents, Favourites, Desktop Icons, Picture, Music etc. You can find thins under...
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    Looking for a Holiday Upgrade

    I would not run multiple RAM kits in the machine. Look at getting a 16GB Kit. Maybe a video card upgrade if you like your games.
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    Windows won't boot with secondary internal HDD plugged in

    To me it sounds like across the multiple hdds / ssds you have in the machine there could be multiple MBR's. I'd look at an external drive caddy to backup the data and also go into Windows Disk Management and remove all partitions on the other drives and re create from scratch.
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    4K Gaming pc build with monitor included

    I would look at putting some of the following into the build: 1. Asus Rampage V Extreme Motherboard (Good strong motherboard for overclocking) 2. Corsair 32Gb Dominator RAM Kit 3. EVGA GeForce Titan X I'd also look at watercooling the CPU / GPU. Also look at having a nice Samsung SSD for...
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    Should I torrent or buy windows 10 for a new build?

    It can depend on how you plan on installing the OS and what Version? If you plan on installing Windows 7, in UEFI mode I would suggest buying the software. If you are at College do you get student discount on Operating System Software? I suggest purchasing a legal copy as you know its 100%...