Recent content by Jon Bartlett

So I check my drivers, etc and found the problem. I was using a supposedly 4k hdmi switch (40 bucks, so figured itd actually work). Plugged straight into monitor, instantly 3440x1440p. So yeah i guess the cables in a way was the issue :D

Im using HDMI

Hi all, So I recently bought a 3440x1440p monitor, but the problem is I can't run that resolution on windows. I'll right click on my desktop and go to display settings, but theres no 3440x1440p option, the only 21:9 display option is 2560x1080p option. Im running a gtx 780 (which I plan to...

Here is the revised build: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/Ytt7ZL Thanks guys for your suggestions. bootcher, I didn't want to go with that memory because it is 1.65v instead of 1.5v, but it does look sexeh :P I went with the 8 core, I guess I forgot about good AMD processors because they're so rare...

Link: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/CkrDMp I am looking for about 3 "veteran" builders to confirm on this build. I don't believe there are any discrepancies, but if 3 people could confirm, then it would be much appreciated.

ok gotcha. do you like ergonomic or "wavy" keyboards or does a stand-looking one suit you better. Also do you definitly want cherry mx or a differnt type of switch. Also what is your budget

This narrows things down a little. As for McAfee, has your computer ever been running very slow before this incident? Also how much ram do you have, because that can affect computer speed. McAfee has been know to hog system resources. Since your system is running off an HDD, your drive might...

couple of questions 1. What is the drive that you are running your OS off of (HDD/SSD). If yo don't know this then just tell me your average boot-up time to start screen from power off, year it was made, and price. 2. Do you frequently cut off your computer suddenly? Basically not power down via...

If price isnt an issue, then go with a high-end razer keyboard (deathstalker ultimate is pretty good). Razer makes the best mice/keyboards and ok headphones, but their keyboards have lots of functions. Deathstalker ultimate is $250 and comes with reprogrammable keys (including the led display...

The noctua DH-14 is the absolute best air cooler on the market. I don't know if you are overclocking or not. Are there problems with your current temps on the cpu? As for price/performance though, noctua has the best fans. If you aren't going to overclock, a stock heatsink is fine lol but if you...

Btw the thread is still open.