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My PC is a few years old and needs to be upgraded. I'm not sure if my hardware can be upgraded, especially my processor. So, I need newer hardware. Please let me know if my current hardware can handle a new graphics card, etc. If you think that I need a new processor, I'd appreciate...

Spectrum is my internet provider. They just sent me a new, updated router and modem. I already have a network that has several devices attached to it. With the new router and modem, will I need to create a new network or will I be able to use the existing one?

[Moderator edit: moved post to PC Gaming. More applicable.] I started a new game in Mass Effect 3 Legendary Edition. The game was fine until I tried to go to Eden Prime to recruit Javik. After selecting my squad, it went to an endless loading screen. I tried going to other missions. All of...

I tried that three times. It did not work. Thank you so much for replying.

I recently downloaded the Logitech Gaming Software version 9.02.65 on my PC. I downloaded it for my Logitech G13 Gaming Pad. The problem with the LGS is that I can't see the full screen. The bottom of the screen, where the settings are located, is always blocked by the Windows 10 task bar. If I...

I am thinking about upgrading my custom built PC. However, I'm having trouble figuring out whether or not some newer components are compatible with my current build, etc. Is there any software that would help with this. I tried building a PC from scratch on http://www.pc-specs.com but I find the...

My desktop PC is overheating and shutting off by itself. I can even smell it when it overheats. I ran speedfan 4.52 and it shows AUXTIN1 and AUXTIN3 with fires next to them. Does that mean that my power supply is overheating and needs to be replaced?

I actually found this article online that is extremely helpful. http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/securely-erase-ssd-without-destroying/

I just had a new computer built. My boot drive is a Samsung EVO 850 500GB SSD. I decided that I needed a bigger drive as my boot drive. So, I bought a Samsung EVO 850 1TB SSD to replace the 500GB. I want to completely wipe and format the 500GB drive to its original state. How do I format a boot...

I have an Alienware Aurora (2011 version). I'm upgrading my CPU to the Xeon e5 1620 v3. I want to make sure that it's compatible with my current liquid cooling system, which is Dell RM4CG PP749 Water Cooling System, so that I don't need to purchase a new fan or liquid cooling system to cool my...

I am upgrading my computer and was wondering if I can use a Server CPU on a Desktop PC. It is a gaming PC but I won't be doing any overclocking. I chose the Xeon E5-1620 v3 because it was faster than the Desktop Processors in it's class that I found. Here are my specs including the Server CPU...