Recent content by rupert413

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    [SOLVED] Problems with home gigabit internet setup?

    Thanks for the response. We gigabit internet at the apartment so we should be getting higher than 90 down.
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    [SOLVED] Problems with home gigabit internet setup?

    Hi all, Looking to improve my home gigabit internet setup. Right now, I have my Netgear CM1000 DOCSIS 3.1 modem running into the Netgear Nighthawk AX1800 Mesh WiFi router. From the router I go into a TP-LINK TL-SG1005D ethernet switch. From the switch, it goes into my desktop, my roommates...
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    How to get 1080p 144hz from second monitor connected to laptop

    Would this cable work? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EXKDRAC/?coliid=I1GU0G2F8CZUBP&colid=CG2K2VRXOU2&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
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    How to get 1080p 144hz from second monitor connected to laptop

    Hello all, So here is my situation. I have a Gigabyte Aero 15x (new one with 1070 Max-Q and 8750H) and two monitors: Asus PG278QR (1440p, 165hz) and Asus VG248Q. I have the PG278QR plugged into the mini displayport on the laptop. I was wondering how to get the VG248Q to run at 1080p 144hz...
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    Am I using too many PCIe lanes?

    Thank you so much!
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    Am I using too many PCIe lanes?

    Hi, I have a i7-6700k in an Asus Z170 Pro Motherboard. The PCI devices I have plugged in are a GTX 1070 in the top main slot, a wifi card plugged into the small slot above that, and a Sound Blaster Z sound card in the bottom small slot. I am just wondering if I am using too many PCIe lanes and...
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    NZXT S340 vs H440

    I went with the H440 due to the slightly larger size adding a lot more expandability and room in the case. I also liked the way it looked a lot more (I know that's shallow but oh well.) :)
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    NZXT S340 vs H440

    Hey all, I am looking at getting one of these two cases. I recently did a mITX (Corsair 250D) build but am realizing that the lack of expandability is just too much of a deal breaker for me. I am still in the window of being able to return things so I want to take the 250D back and replace it...
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    Sennheiser G4ME ZERO Microphone not working

    Hi, I have my Sennheiser G4ME ZERO headset plugged into my 2015 15" MacBook Pro w/ Retina. It recognizes the microphone but doesn't take audio from it. The audio plays just fine but the microphone doesn't work at all. It doesn't work on either the Mac side or Windows 10 (BootCamp) side.
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    Gaming Laptop 970M or 980M

    Hello all, I am looking to get a new gaming laptop. I have a desktop that I built and I love it but is impractical for me to have anymore. It has an i5 4690k and a GTX 770. I also have a Lenovo Y50-70 but I'm looking for something that has desktop-ish power but mobility of a laptop. I'm looking...
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    Sound Card/Amp for Sennheiser G4ME Zero

    I recently purchased a Sennheiser G4ME Zero Gaming Headset. I love the feel and sound of them but I've heard you need a dedicated sound card or amp for them to really sound good. I have a MSI Z97 Gaming 7 Motherboard. Would I notice a difference in sound if I bought either a sound card or an...
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    Mouse Similar to Razer Deathadder?

    Hi, I'm looking at getting a new mouse. I have an old Razer Deathadder that is nearing the end of its days. I am looking at getting a new Deathadder but I was wondering if there was another mouse that is similar in size and such to the Deathadder that I should check out. Let me know.
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    BenQ XL2411Z vs ASUS VS278Q-P vs ASUS VG248QE for Gaming

    I am looking for a new monitor for my gaming rig. I am looking at the following three: http://www.microcenter.com/product/448077/XL2411Z_24_1080p_Widescreen_LED_Gaming_Monitor http://www.microcenter.com/product/403639/VS278Q-P_27_Full_HD_LED_Monitor...
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    Upgrading Gaming Peripherals

    Hello all, I am looking at buying some new peripherals. I currently have a Logitech G710+ keyboard, a G502 mouse, and a G430 headset. I am looking to buy new ones because I want a keyboard that has MX Blue switches, I want a wider mouse, and I want a wireless headset. The G502 isn't super...
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    Upgrade GTX 770 to R9 390X

    Is it worth it to upgrade my MSI GTX 770 to a MSI R9 390X?