Recent content by Scuba__Steve

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    [SOLVED] Strange issue with PC freezing and artifacts on desktop

    I'd use HDMI but I need DisplayPort for my 144hz GSync monitor. Maybe I'll try taking the GPU cooler off, cleaning it fully, and reapplying thermal paste. But just the fact that it works with HDMI makes me think that it's not a temperature issue.
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    [SOLVED] Strange issue with PC freezing and artifacts on desktop

    I haven't gotten a new CPU cooler yet but I tried blowing the GPU with cold air from a hair dryer and the first time it seemed to last longer before artifacting but then I restarted and tried again and it artifacted quickly. Then I shut down my PC and unplugged the power and touched the GPU, it...
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    [SOLVED] Strange issue with PC freezing and artifacts on desktop

    The Issue: When I boot up my PC, the fans will spin much louder than normal and I will not have any video signal until I get to the Windows log in page (can't access BIOS). Once I get to the login page, the fans will ramp down to normal levels, however, after around 5-10 minutes the PC will...