Recent content by zinowor

Hi, I need a new computer specifically for graphic design. It doesn't have to be a super computer, just something that will run smoothly enough. My budget is at most 1000 euros, so I'm looking to specialize this build as much as possible to keep the cost down. I will use it for programs like...

Nevermind, I found the product key. It was very tiny and hidden, but I found it and it's working. Windows 8 is installing and life is good. Thanks all for the help.

Well, I found the problem. I had my CPU fan connected to the wrong motherboard header and it actually prevented my system from sending a signal the monitor. I then connected my 3-pin cpu fan connector to a 4-pin header and everything was working perfectly. BIOS temps were at 31 degrees celcius...

Now I'm just taking a moment for me and the computer to relax and I will try booting it again after a while, but now I'm seriously worried about having damaged something. Mainly my cpu.

Well, it seems I botched it up. I noticed in the BIOS that my CPU temps were slowly rising up to 70 degrees celcius and higher. I shut it down before it became too hot. Waited until it cooled down, then booted it again to quickly configure my settings in the BIOS. Temps seemed to be idling at 71...

Amazing, my baby is alive! Now I just have to do the BIOS thing, install windows and I'm good to go I think. Btw, I only had the change the RAM slots and it worked. My mobo prefers me placing the memory in the 2nd and 4th slots first. Such a simple solution. :)

Hi, as the title suggests. I could use some help. My build: CM Storm Trooper Asus Z87-Plus Intel Core i7 4770k EVGA GTX 780 SC ACX Corsair Vengeance Pro 2400Mhz (2x8) Seasonic Platinum Series 1000w Samsung 840 Pro 512GB Corsair h110 with Noctua fans BenQ XL2411t I will not use a HDD and I...