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    Looking for Opinions ~ $900 PC Build

    What can I do to improve this build? I want to be able to run most, if not all games smoothly on my computer. PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/cGmsb CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($194.99 @ SuperBiiz) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM...
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    Recommend brand for external HDD?

    Hi folks, I'm looking to buy an external HDD for extra file storage plus backup. Are there any specific brands you can recommend? The most popular seem to be Samsung, Toshiba, Seagate and WP... So far I've been looking at the following products: Samsung M3 Slimline 1 TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard...
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    MOBO not recognizing CD/DVD player or new Hard Drive

    Hi, I inherited a computer from my parents and I am trying to fix it. Best Buy said the hard drive had failed. It is an HP p6210f: http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c01852858 I bought a new hard drive: (Seagate 2TB Desktop Gaming SSHD(Solid State Hybrid Drive) SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache...
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    Supported Mobo for X6550

    Hello Everyone Can you please suggest a motherboard that fits Xeon X6550. I searched in ark but only the compaptable chipset was found. Thanx
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    Micro ATX and GTX 980

    will I be able to use a Micro ATX motherboard with a GeForce GTX 980 without bottleneck. Which MicroATX motherboards would work well with the GTX 980??
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    ASUS MOBO M5A97 R2.0 possible cause for freezing

    I recently had a friend build a new PC for me with mostly new parts. Parts in: -Gigabyte GeForce GTX 960 (NEW) -AMD FX 8320 8 Core (NEW) -XFX 650W TS SERIES FULL WIRED 80+(NEW) -ASUS MOBO M5A97 R2.0 AM3+(NEW) -2 TB SEAGATE HARD DRIVE (FROM PREVIOUS PC) -8GB RAM (FROM PREVIOUS PC) The way it...
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    How much power (watts) will this system use when it is IDLE and under full load???

    Processor-i7 5960x mobo-Rampage 5 some 64gb ddr4 ram 4 hdd 1 ssd 1 gtx h100i an optical drive. I wanted to know this because i am going to purchase a power supply.If you guys know some good psu the please recommend me.Thanks!!!!!!
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    MSI B-85 Gaming 3

    I bought an MSI B-85 Gaming 3, And i wanna know, If it works well with an I5-4460 or I5-4590. And i have another weird question >.<, I do have an NZXT phantom 240 case, And i plan to install another 3 fans beside the two it comes with, and a Cooler Master Seidon 120V Plus Liquid CPU Cooler, And...
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    My Seagate 1TB external hard drive is no longer working and this is why I have an external hard drive so all my files are safe

    I have a HP Envy laptop computer that is only about 18 months old, so I know it isn't the computer, this external hard drive is only the second one I have ever had, the original Seagate lasted more than 10 years. I need to know how to get my files off of this external hard drive and when I do...
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    MACHINE_CHECK_EXCEPTION Blue Screen Error

    I built my own computer about a year ago and it has worked perfectly up until about a month ago. After about 5-10 minutes of playing any game, my game freezes and then I get a MACHINE_CHECK_EXCEPTION blue screen error. I have fully reset my computer and reinstalled the operating system, but I...
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    Dual Titan X with 3 Dell u3415w monitor only running at 30 hertz :(

    Hi, I just bought a alienware computer with dual titan cards and 3 dell u3415w 34" monitor. I noticed the max setting i can run 3440x1440 is only 30 hertz. Is there a way i can run all three monitor 3440x1440 at 60 hertz? Please help
  12. SkittishGaming

    What is the better build?

    Here are the 2 builds, which one is better? What I think is better http://pcpartpicker.com/p/TzdpZL The other one http://pcpartpicker.com/p/8YK63C Any help is welcome :)
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    Computer lagging for no reason.

    So... Yesterday i left my computer turned on in economy mode (Energy/Power saving mode). This morning i restarted my computer with Normal Settings, but i saw that everything was loading very slow, lag spikes and other things. When i'm playing games some of them crash (yesterday they didn't...
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    Can I run GTA-V on the following laptops

    I respect the community over here which answers almost all of the questions in no time . So I am eager to get an answer on my query too. I am planning to buy a new Laptop very soon . I want to run GTA-V on that laptop . I do not mind 25-30 fps rate at 1366*768 resolution. My question is whether...
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    Ram percentage 60-65%, Windows warning me of low memory and crashing, 35% of ram not being used, pls help

    UPDATE: So i've noticed that i'm actually at 80% ram usuage right now with a game running and not having any issues,the game is using 900-1g of memory. Now if i boot up a different game that uses 1.5-2 gigs of ram, windows will give me a low memory warning...any tips for this? This seems to ONLY...
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    how do i download a mac file?

    hi, i have a software that i want to download but it is a mac type of file (i think) it is .dmg file. how do i click it and let it open the setup? when i open it on my macbook it run perfectly but on my windowns pc it cant open. so i download dmg file extractor but i doesnt help me open the...
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    Is this PC build good for gaming and watching videos/movies?

    Hello, I have just recently made a thread about a PC I wanted to build, but quite honestly found the parts for a PC that I believe is perfect for my needs; I was not really happy with my last one. I want to game and watch videos in 1080p. I want to know if this a good PC build for gaming...
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    Is This a Good Gamer PC?

    Just ordered a new pc i will be using this for streaming gaming and uploading youtube video and wanna see if you experts think i might be overkilling 1 certain thing or underkilling i guesss lol Thanks for any help BLUETOOTH: None BLKFRISALE1: CM Storm Devastator - LED Gaming Keyboard/Mouse...
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    Is this a good pc?

    http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/whgTsY I just made a list of a PC I am going to build to the mid £600 range. I plan to use this for playing GTA V, Battlefield 4, COD BO3, and other AAA Games at very high (1080p) and music production (i have an external sound card btw) Am I missing anything from...
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    First time builder

    Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor $199.99 $199.99 SuperBiiz Buy CPU Cooler Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler $34.75 -$10.00 $24.75 OutletPC Buy $10.00 mail-in rebate Motherboard Gigabyte GA-H110M-S2H GSM Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard $61.89...
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    Need help on building "i5 6600/ gtx 950" pc.

    I've made up my mind going for a 1080p descent gaming experience. My rig for this PC tends to seek a "Core i5 6600 3.3GHz and ASUS GTX 950 2 GB". I'm confused on picking the MOTHERBOARD. I'm willing to buy 8GB DDR4 2400BUS RAM Sticks for now. But maybe will upgrade to 16GB after couple of...
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    Nvidia GT750 M core stuck @ 405 Mhz

    My lenovo laptop y410 nvidia GT 750m graphics stuck at 405 Mhz, i try all the ways from all forums who had same problem but not working. This my benchmark on Dirt 3 with all highest graphics settings. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0By5aYBYN_grISTQtNTZjZW9TWFU/view?usp=sharing This summary...
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    is my psu failing?

    So I was playing GRID (the original one) on my pc whilst listening to a podcast on google chrome, I was getting roughly 44fps while playing, and my pc just shut off. I have put my pc under much higher load than this before. (Tomb raider on ultra, no tressfx, roughly 30fps) and its never shut...
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    USB3.0 and Gigabit switch in NAS system

    Hi! I'm quite curios about USB3.0 and Gigabit switch logics in NAS system. 1. Assuming a theoretical data speed of USB3.0 is 4800Mbps and Gigabit Switch is 1000Mbps. If I buy a USB3.0 hub and plug to 2 of External HDDs with USB3.0 then plug Usb hub to Notebook and transfer data between External...
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    X99 Extreme 4 | Turns off immediately after power on

    I searched the site before posting and can't find a post that has this issue resolved. I have an Asrock X99 Extreme 4 that has been in service for over 9 months without an issue. It is paired with an Intel 5820K and Crucial Ballisitcx BLS2K8G4D240FSA (2x8 GB). Graphics is handled by EVGA...
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    I have a Samsung UN32J5003AFXZA LED HDTV with only a Optical Digital Audio Out,how do I hook up wireless headphones

    I have a Samsung UN32J5003AFXZA LED HDTV with an audio output jack that is Optical Digital Audio Out. How do I hook up wireless headphone
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    Benq X3501 vs ASUS pg278q for gaming and 3d designing

    I can't choose between these two monitors, Which one of them would be better for 3D Designing(zbrush, maya and unreal engine 4.stuff like that) and also gaming. I feel like I prefer ultrawide over g-sync but I'm worried about the X35because it's 2560x1080 on 35 inch monitor and also I haven't...
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    whats the best thermal paste method

    Whats the best method for x4 860k and hyper 212 evo, whats the best way to do it?
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    Need help with DDr3 ram compatibility please.

    Hello, Does anyone know a DDr3 8gb ram that will be compatible with motherboard Gigabyte B75M-D3H? Also an i7 processor if possible please. This is my first time building a computer. Thank you
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    Difference between these two Keyboards?

    I want to purchase a corsair RGB keyboard and ever since the coupon code all keyboards have been out of stock. Is there a difference between these two k70s? They seem to branded differently and one is in stock and the other one is available for pre-order...
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    How do I add windows 7 onto the preinstalled windows 10 through dual-booting?

    My PC came with windows 10. I don't want to get rid of it, but some games don't work well on windows 10 and I need windows 7. All the guides I see online tell you how to dual-boot windows 10 when you already have windows 7 or 8, but not the other way around. Is it doable? Is it difficult? Is...
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    What PSU to buy?

    Hi forum. I decided to upgrade my pc to GTX 970 and I also have some cash left for PSU ~100 pounds. What do you suggest if I am planning to go SLI in the future. EVGA 750 G2? RM 750/850? Cooler Master 750V? CORSAIR ax860i?
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    Will the Acer AXC-704 4 1TB N3050 be able to run Star Wars: Battlefront??

    It has: Intel® Celeron® processor N3050. 4GB DDR3L, upgradable up to 8 GB of single-channel DDR3 1333 MHz. Integrated high-definition sound. 100 (W) x 369.6 (D) x 266.5 (H) mm.
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    Installing Windows 10 problem

    When I try to install windows 10 into my newly built pc, everything goes normally... then it says that the pc need to reboot, and it does. After the reboot, the windows logo appears and it brings me back to the windows installation process. I don't know what the problem is and what to do about...
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    Good PC build?

    CPU: i5-4690k Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97mx- Gaming 5 GFX card: Asus Geforce GTX 970 Memory: G.Skill Ripjaw X series 8gb Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1tb Thoughts on what needs improving to play games like cs:go, h1z1, GTA 5, GMOD, LoL etc; Please give positive feedback
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    DVD Burner - Only shows 4 Write Speeds on 52x CD-R * Why ? *`

    DVD Drive Model: Asus DRW-24F1ST a (Says it has latest firmware when trying to update). Hi guys, basically I've started burning games for my Playstation 1 and to make good quality backups I need to burn at 2/4x speed so that my 20 year old PS1's laser is able to handle the burn. However, for...
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    Graphics Card $200 is this worth it?

    Well I have Amazon Balance of $161 and im trying to find something to spend it on and not just buy something random My current set up of my PC rig is Operating System Windows 10 Pro 64-bit CPU Intel Core i5 4690K @ 3.50GHz 39 °C Haswell 22nm Technology RAM 16.0GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 799MHz...
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    need help with my new build

    hello all,my 6 years old pc is very outdated so thinking of upgrading it but im confused what to do bmy options are and btw i already have a asus strix gtx 960 2gb ddr5 and also i have 6 gb ddr3 ram,corsair cx600 psu and wd blue 1th 7200rpm hdd 1.intel core i5 6600k+asus pro gaming z170 mobo+8...
  39. dalethezombie

    What kind of air coolers will fit in a Corsair 250D case?

    Looking to buy a new air cooler for my i5 4690 but I'm not sure what to get because I do not know which ones will fit in the 250D case. I'm looking at the Cooler Master Hyper T4. Does that one fit in this case?
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    What Is The Best GPU To Replace My Old One?

    Hi! I have a Desktop http://support.hp.com/ca-en/product/HP-Pavilion-500-Desktop-PC-series/5395585/model/5438761/solutions the GPU is old and I was wondering what GPU would best support it to play games on low to medium setting. Games like Call of Duty and stuff. My PSU is 300 watt, thats all I...