Recent content by cptjosh

I will be doing a science experiment for class as to whether their is a relation between CPU performance and ammount of RAM being used. Is their any program out their that will allow me to manipulate the amount of RAM being used?

I got the R9 270X with 600 watts power and the same thing that he explained happens to me! 30 seconds into a 3D intensive application and my monitor goes out and I have to manually shutdown the PC

I'm building my 1st build on Thursday based on this components http://pcpartpicker.com/user/cptjosh/saved/3hll And I was watching some Youtube channel on how to build a PC and the dude on that video said usually Mobo come with just enough SATA cables for the optical drive and Hard-Drive. if...

I was going to contact newegg but then I see this message "We are experiencing further shipping delays due to extreme weather conditions throughout the US. If you are waiting for a package, it will be delivered as conditions improve. Please watch for e-mail updates." Im not worried about the...

hey guys yes I know this is the wrong thread to ask for this question but PLEASE can you help me. So I ordered PC parts for my new PC build on Dec 20 and it was divided between 2 tracking orders, one for the monitor and case and the rest for the PC components. I got my monitor and case all fine...

Hey guys So I orderd the SAPPHIRE VAPOR-X R9 270X and the BenQ GW2450 from newegg, however I realized that the BenQ Monitor only comes with VGA cable and not DVI cables. And Since this is going to be my 1st build and inexperienced I dunno which DVI cable will be able to connect my monitor and...

So I just ordered (or at least my dad did) a new PC build from newegg and now I just realized that I forgot to add the DVD drive to the cart since there where 16 other items. Anyways my question is is it possible to install Windows 8.1 through an external DVD drive via USB?

I'm looking to build a gaming PC that costs between $900-$1100. I will need a monitor 1920x1080 ,WN 8.1 OS, mouse and keyboard and DVD drive. I plan to use some CPU intensive games like FSX,Rome II and X-plane 10 so please no CPU that costs under $150 unless you can convince me its worth it. I...

This might be my final question or 2nd to final. Should I get the CM Storm Enforcer or CM Storm Scout 2 Advanced white. I was thinking about the CM Storm Enforcer for a longtime until I just saw the CM Storm Scout 2 Advanced white colored which looks a bit better and has more fans. And I dunno...

Do you guys think I should use the stock cooler for the CPU which will be the 4570? or should I get the after market? I see no point using the aftermarket if I'm not going to be overclocking or running an AMD CPU. Also what do you call that braclet that you put on your hand to discharge the...

Hey guys so i'm trying to purchase this budgeted PC tonight and I need your help on reviewing the components I choose for it, to check the compatibility as to adjust several things if needed before making the purchase. FYI this is all newegg Case:CFI Diablo LT CFI-B1010 Black SECC $39.99...