Recent content by deadlockedworld

Thanks so much everyone. Really appreciate the motherboard clarification -- I've always been an Intel person so wasn't tracking that. Was just trying to get the simplest mobo without unnecessary bells and whistles. Agree that you are probably right about the ram.

Hi Folks. Building my dad a lowish end, but long-lasting PC (the current one is like 9 years old). No GPU planned. I already have any parts not listed. Budget is very flexible. Its really a web browsing/music PC, but I would like it to be super responsive and continue to be in 5 yrs. Goals...

There is a whole thread on how to ask smart questions - http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/353572-31-build-upgrade-advice Personally, I would want slightly better airflow on the GPU if gaming in a small case. There are cases with bottom intake, etc.

It depends on where you are. There are a few generic manufacturers that copy Lian Li and In Win designs. That said, In Win has some really cheap models -- will need to point out exactly what features you like. Jonesbo makes some cheaper models, that are sold under Rosewill, cooltek and some...

Hi folks. Finally ready to ditch my old circa 2011 i5 2500k and start over with a new motherboard. Feedback for a high-end build welcome. Usage: Gaming at 4k, future VR, productivity, etc. Expect to keep for 7+ years again. Budget: Not constrained :D I'll be reusing: Several SSDs, Seasonic...

I just bought another used extreme on ebay for cheap. With an old model it ended up being an easy choice. I game plugged in, but the fast wifi is nice for iphone updates and etc.

Hi folks, I'm currently running a unified home network with two Airport Extremes. My older model just gave out (after a good 7 years or so) and I have read that Apple is no longer updating the new models. I'm looking for easy to manage, powerful alternatives -- hoping others have advice...

I'm getting harrasing emails from Tom's about updating my email address, but there is no option to do so under account settings. I do not have a "related accounts" option. For a tech site you guys are pretty bad at this ...

When is this getting fixed? I'm trying to close an old email account and this doesn't seem worth the effort. Maybe I'll just quit ...

The cooler is going to be fine for OC as long as you have good airflow in case. Checking the PSU before overclocking is critical though. Most ASUS boards that I have had have multiple 1-click overclock settings (overclock and like EXTREME). If so, I would go with the less adventurous of the...

You should definitely try overclocking. That ASUS motherboard can basically do it for you with one click. On an older system there is absolutely no reason not to try and get the maximum performance from what you have before replacing parts. By major overhaul do you mean hardware or software...