Recent content by elisz

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    Refresh Rate Problem

    Hello, I'm having problems with my 1440p 144 Hz Monitor (exact model link: https://www.amazon.com/SWIFT-PG278Q-27-inch-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B00MSOND8C) Basically what happens is, I set the refresh rate through NVIDIA Control Panel to 144 Hz. Works fine, but once I stop using my computer for...
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    Odd Connection Problem

    Hello, I have a kind of odd problem with my wired connection with my PC. I speculate it is somehow connected to the wireless connection through the wired ethernet? (I don't know if that makes sense, sorry.) Because it shows here (Direct Link): http://i.imgur.com/zn7fu7x.png That it says...
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    GTX 1080 FTW Hybrid Kit

    Hi, Did anyone install it on their 1080? If so, did you put back the front plate? It doesn't say to put it back and I'm worried about the VRMs on it that arent getting any cooling anymore. I have the instructions, but nowhere it says to put back the front plate. I have the thermal pad installed...
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    Dual 8-pin connector

    Hello, I'm planning an SLI build with two GTX 1080 FTW, I'm currently using a Seasonic X-850. It came with 2 single 8-pin connectors for the PCIe. It is currently connected on the 1st GTX 1080. The only cables left is 2x two 8-pin connectors that connects to a single slot on the PSU. Could I...
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    MSi z97 Gaming 5 PCIe question

    Thanks. Both answers were equally great. Just decided RNG and picked the best one. Thank you both.
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    MSi z97 Gaming 5 PCIe question

    So basically I'm gonna do an SLI set-up (GTX 1080 FTW). I read my manual and tried to search up a bit, but I didn't find anything for my question. It says on the manual that the slots are PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot. Not sure if it applies to all the slots. There are three slots overall, I was maybe...
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    Compatibility question for SLI

    I have a i7-4790k. I'm thinking I should be on the good side. I could be wrong.
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    Compatibility question for SLI

    Hey, Sorry if this is in the wrong section, I tried to find the best one. Anyways, I'm planning on doing an SLI set-up with a GTX 1080 FTW. I have an MSi Gaming 5 Z97 for mobo. and a Seasonic X-850 for the PSU. I was wondering if there would be any complications on either one of components...
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    Hybrid Cooler Question for GTX 1080

    So I've found a Hybrid cooler for GTX 1080, Question is, I have a GTX 1080 FTW edition and I didn't see the model of the FTW edition on the product info of the Hybrid. (link: http://www.evga.com/Products/Product.aspx?pn=400-HY-5188-B1) I was wondering if anyone had installed this cooler on a GTX...
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    GTX 1080 FTW Temp. Question

    Got a brand new 1080 off the box, And I was wondering what temps. should this card be reaching with its cooler and heatpipes? Because, I was playing Dying Light: Enhanced Edition at 1440p w/ maxed. vsynch off and it was reaching around 81~83c. (I know this is a perfectly fine temp.) but...
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    RAM not detected dead?

    Here's what I tried so far: - Reset the CMOS -Put 1 RAM on each to see if the frequencies are different. (They are not. Same frequency.) I thought the 2nd RAM was dead until the motherboard detected it. The 2nd slot just won't work.
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    RAM not detected dead?

    I tried putting both RAMs on slot 1. The 2nd RAM did not work as it did not display anything. I tried both RAMs on slot 2 and displayed nothing on both. I also tried a different RAM stick on slot 2. Did not display anything. So its probably a dead RAM and slot. Damn....
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    RAM not detected dead?

    well my RAM slots are only 2. My MOBO is an ASRock H81M-HDS. it doesn't say anything about putting a RAM first on whcihever slot
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    RAM not detected dead?

    hello, i bought 2 x 8gb ram awhile ago and i put it on my rig. everything was working fine. I then put my old 2 x 4gb ram tuck away safely. but recently my friend had built a new pc. knowing he loves to have a lot of program on, i decided go give my 16gb ram installed in my rig as i don't even...
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    Same Temp. After Re-applying Thermal Paste.

    No I just wanted to learn how to re-apply thermal paste and maybe see a couple of degrees drop on temperature.