Recent content by S Ray

I suppose I wasn't clear on what I need here. I want the after market heatsink to mount with the tabs and lever the same as the original. I only need it to be superior to the original A10 5800K. There is no gaming or overclocking involved here.

Thank you for responding. However, I don't want to remove the motherboard. I want the aftermarket heat sink to install just like the original one.

I have a second computer that is used for browsing, email etc. and some multitasking. It has an A10 5800K processor and the stock cooler. It was built 2 years ago. Recently it started having pop ups saying that the processor was reaching 60c, not all the time but mostly when I had more than 2...

My wife's computer seems to be running too hot. Now and again it pops up a warning that the processor is nearing 60c. The processor is a A10 5800K. I have reapplied the thermal paste, cleaned all the dust out and added a side fan blowing onto the processor. I was wondering if there was an...

The software for Nikon is ViewNX 2. It should have been included with the D3300 when you bought it. If not, if the camera is registered, you will able to get the software from the Nikon website. With this software you can edit the photo and convert it to JPG.

I had problems with the I/O panel with a Cooler Master Storm Sniper. I called their customer service and they sent me a new one in three days. They didn't even want me to return the faulty one. You can also browse thru their web site and find the parts store. Narrow it down to your...

The SSD that I installed is working great. I have everything backed up, have made an image of the new drive and have discs for all programs. My OS is Windows 8 Pro 64 Bit. I reconnected the old drive (former C) and it shows up as 2 drives, D and E, with the D drive as System Reserve and the E...

Lol....So the answer is "There is no answer". Thanks guys, for taking the time and effort. I read you guys posts all the time. It seems as all of you get lots of best answers. I'll sleep on it or play it like it feels. Regards

Three days ago I installed a Samsung 840 Pro 256GB into my desktop. I am happy to report that all is working well. I have done the updates and installed the programs that I intend to. I have installed the software from Samsung and let it set up the drive and ran the benchmark. Mine scored a...

I need a short extension for the power supply sata cable. I have searched New egg and Amazon and both have them. I can't tell which is which. I only need a couple of inches, less I will have to run another bulky cable from the power supply. I really don't know the correct name for the cable...

Thanks guys. I have been away for a while and wasn't able to respond promptly as you did. I appreciate your taking the time and effort to offer your advice. Take care. Update: I have just ordered the Samsung 840 Pro. I found it on sale today and couldn't resist. Just warning that I may be...

I have upgraded Win 8 to Win 8 Pro. I bought the upgrade, have the key and the upgrade disc. I have called Microsoft and they said it is legal to do a clean install under these circumstances. They even gave me a number to call in case I had a problem with activating windows. I will be...