Recent content by finckenm2003

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    Thumb screws tight

    Hi, I recently bought a Nzxt h500 case, but when trying to remove the expansion slots to install graphics card I am stopped by the thumb screws on a panel by the slots (common on nzxt cases). They are simply too hard to remove, even with a screwdriver
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    Cooler push pins

    Hi, I recently got parts for my first pc build. The cooler I bought is a CM hyper tx3i, (pretty much same as tx3 evo). Problem is, it connects to the motherboard with this really inconvenient push pin method. The instructions are also very vague and not very helpful. Is there a good solution to...
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    8600k or 2700x

    Hi, I'm currently building a pc with a 1080 gpu, and plan on playing 1080p 144hz. For cpu I'm considering either the i5 8600k or the r7 2700x. I don't plan on streaming or intense video editing or similar, it is intended pretty much solely for gaming and light work tasks. The 2700x costs more...
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    I only get 60hz on 144hz monitor

    Hi, I have recently bought a 144hz monitor and have plugged it into my laptop with hdmi. In the screen settings I am only allowed to set it to 60hz and no more. I know displayport is recommended but my pc doesnt have an inlet for anything else than hdmi. The cable I am using is called "high...