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I plan on running both systems at the same time. My current monitor is a 27 inch 1080p screen, and will be using it with my 6700k/gtx 1060 pc. The other pc is a g3258, mainly media center and other bits and bobs. Cobbled together with spare parts. Would be using both daily.

I have built a 2nd PC and have both stationed on my desktop. I am weighing up whether to get a cheap 2nd monitor (about 23 inch 1080p) or to get a KVM instead. Thoughts? Here's my desktop http://imgur.com/a/MFgUk I can move the L/H PC onto an adjacent shelf, freeing space for the monitor, if...

Have just built a new system with these main componets: 6700k Asus Maximus Hero 8 Z170 16GB DDR4 24000 Ram MSI GTX 1060 6GB The motherboard has the first bios version 0241 (2 years old), since then there have been 18 new bios revisions released with the most recent being 3401, dated 3 weeks...

I own the Fractal R5 white case and need to touch up some sections of the inside (section around the inner frame where the motherboard will sit) and the outside as well. Is there any white case paint that is recommended to use or maybe a substitute that will do the job instead? Thanks!

Anyone know what the code/number on small white sticker on the motherboard represents? Also do motherboards have unique idenitifiers in their bios?

While browsing I stumble upon their range of boards and noticed that they are very well reviewed, both by users and reviewers. How so? I know the company doesn't have the same brand power as the others (Asus, MSI, Gigabyte, Evga, etc) and as a consequence here in the UK it is harder to judge...

Thanks guys. Anyone know what the code/number on small white sticker on the motherboard represents? Also do motherboards have unique idenitifiers in their bios?

Hello All, Just bought a new motherboard - Asus Z170 Maximus Hero 8. Taking it out of the box and inspecting it physically, the board seems fine, the box has some external damage as you would expect. Looking at the serial number I notice that the boards maunfacture date is July 2015 - 21 months...

Looking for a motherboard to pair with a 6700k and to use with windows 7. Can be either a z170 or z270 (providing Win 7 can be used on it) Things to consider: there can currently 2 cashback promotions on Asus and MSI motherboards here in the UK for the next 2 days. Examples of motherboard...

Hi All, Z270 motherboard + Skylake (6600k/6700k) + Windows 7 I'm wondering if anyone run this type of setup and how has it been for you and would you recommend it? Thanks.

MERGED QUESTION Question from mstrmind5 : "Asus/Gigabyte/MSI RMA and customer service" Of the main 3 brands which company is generally the best to deal with for their customer service and warranty/RMA issues?

Of the main 3 brands which company is generally the best to deal with for their customer service and warranty/RMA issues?

Thanks both. I have a 3 year old build and so far the only part that has needed a RMA was the PSU. I suppose the greater and more prolonged the stress is on said components (especially beyond its recommended use) increases the probability of issues and failure occuring.