Recent content by TheCroak

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    [SOLVED] Core upgrading from my first build that's 8 years old. Looking for suggestions, thoughts, criticisms.

    I'm upgrading my first build from 2013. I mainly use my rig for gaming. It's slowed down a considerable amount in the last couple years so it's time for some new parts. As far as price goes I'm willing to maybe go up another $100, as far as the new parts go, but would like to save money where I...
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    Seeking help with multi-monitor setup

    Thanks to everyone who helped answer my question. you're very much appreciated!
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    Seeking help with multi-monitor setup

    I am looking to get a second monitor in the near future and i have too many questions on what to do and i know this is the place to go if i want answers. Here are my current specs: CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing...
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    FRONT and BACK audio ports quick question...

    Since I have completed my build at the end of last summer I have had my 2.1 speaker setup plugged into the front audio port. Just recently I've thought "What if i plug it directly into the motherboard audio port?". Is there any difference between the two ports at all?
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    Is my power supply sufficient for my system?

    Thank you! your quick response is appreciated!
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    Is my power supply sufficient for my system?

    Simply put...do I need to upgrade my PSU or is my current unit sufficient? Here are my current system specs: CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing Motherboard: ASRock Z77 Extreme4 ATX LGA1155 Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X...
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    Simply, will this card work and is it worth the purchase

    1920x1080 i believe.. thats what my screen is now
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    Simply, will this card work and is it worth the purchase

    so what is the difference then? are they the same? it has me curious
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    Simply, will this card work and is it worth the purchase

    I'm looking to buy a new graphics card for gaming. Here are a few specs on my system Radeon HD 6450 Intel 2nd Gen Core i5 2 i5-2390T / 2.7 GHz 8GB DDR3 SDRAM Here's the rest of my system specs ( http://reviews.cnet.com/desktops/hp-pavilion-elite-h8/4507-3118_7-34742562.html ) The new card I'm...