Recent content by DeadStretch

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    Replacing a failing HDD with another used one?

    Success! Thanks you very much for all your speedy help.
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    Replacing a failing HDD with another used one?

    This may be a dumb question how would I go about copying everything over to the new drive? I imagine it not just a simple copy and paste kind of thing?
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    Replacing a failing HDD with another used one?

    My OS is on the SSD.
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    Replacing a failing HDD with another used one?

    I'll start by saying I am running Windows 10 and I have a 256gb SSD and a 450gb HDD. Now Windows is popping up an error every so often saying that my HDD is failing. Ever since this error I've noticed that the HDD is loud and sometimes makes some odd noises when reading. I am taking an unused...
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    Looking for an Aftermarket Cooler

    My mobo is an ASRock FM2A55M-VG3+.
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    Looking for an Aftermarket Cooler

    So, I'm looking to upgrade my stock CPU fan to an Aftermarket one. Not really planning on overclocking it in the near future but maybe down the line I will. My current cpu is an Amd Athlon x4 760k. I also have 8gb RAM and a R9 270 2bg 256bit. My case (and mobo) is Micro-Atx. Case is...
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    PC Upgrade Tips

    Hi, A couple months ago I upgraded a very old system to something a bit more modern. At the time I was on a very tight budget. I had to reuse the GPU and HDD which is pretty small. I have some extra cash now and I am looking to add some improvements. OS: Win 8.1 CPU: AMD Athlon x4 760k (Stock...
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    Reuse HDDs? Noob question.

    Thanks lunyone and DarkSable. You both were great help.
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    Reuse HDDs? Noob question.

    I am going from Windows Vista to Windows 8.1 and really the only files I care to save are my game saves. Can I just transfer the save files to a usb drive then add them to the Steam/Origin folders? Also, since I'm a noob, what exactly do I have to do to reuse these parts? Links to guides and...
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    Budget Gaming Build $350 - Old PC Salvage

    I figure it's time for an update. My PC is old and has seen it's days for me. I looking to salvage what I can to help with the budget for the new build. Though because of it's age I can only use a few things. I'll also need an OS. Current PC: Upgraded Dell Dimension 9200 CPU: Intel Core 2...
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    $600~ Console Streaming PC

    Hello. I would like to start streaming console games but I am not too tech savvy. I am looking to start with a budget system to start with console streaming then eventually upgrade for PC gaming and streaming. Here is the requested form. Thanks for the help! Approximate Purchase Date: Next...