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  1. M

    Question I currently have a Ryzen 1600 msi b350 carbon GTX strix 1070 would it be worth to stck in a ryzen 3500 n just upgrade the bios?

    My ryzen 5 1600 is working fine with my gtx 1070 16gb 3200 ram, i was just wondering if taking advantage of the holiday sales that i could get me a brand new cpu andn just plug it into my current mobo msi b350 carbon I kno i gotta upgrade the bios no biggie im just curious if it would work and...
  2. O

    Question LGA1151 vs Ryzen 7

    So I have an ASUS z170 gaming PRO MotherBoard with an i5 6500 and I was thinking I would just upgrade to a newer cpu if I could find a good deal on Black Friday. But then I learnedthat the best I could go for without switching platforms is an i7 7700k processor... which goes for the same as...
  3. LTVETTE2

    [SOLVED] did I fry my mobo or cpu?

    My work system is an old asus M5A99FX pro R2.0 with a 8350 cpu. I was playing around today with different settings to see if I could tweak it up to 4.3ghz. Well after about 6-7 different try's, system is now very angry with me....Or so I guess. It will not boot at all :( I tried to reset CMOS a...
  4. T

    [SOLVED] 3 Month Old PC Having Problems

    My PC has been acting up recently. Before (in my previous thread) I had issues with putting my PC to sleep (BSOD upon wake up) and this still happens. So I've removed all my old HDD and SDD and replaced it with a new one, fresh install of Windows 10 - However I still can't successfully use...
  5. S

    [SOLVED] Which motherboard for AMD ryzen cpu with at least 3 GPUs ?

    Hello everyone, I am trying to do a list of components I need in order to build my new pc which will be used mainly for personnal projects (AI projects) and also for gaming. I plan to use at least 3 gpus, 4 will be better but it is optionnal. For now, my list is : case : Corsair Obsidian 750D...
  6. Macenstein

    Question Is there a way to get Thunderbolt working on an AMD motherboard?

    I am very interested in building a workstation with these new Threadrippers AMD announced today, but we use thunderbolt a lot in our current Mac setups, and I had heard Intel did not license Thuderbolt to AMD (despite claiming they would make Thunderbolt open source 2 years ago), so you can't...
  7. damric

    Article Ryzen Memory Speed Tuning: You Can Do It

    Ryzen users are having memory speed problems. (TL: DR it's your own fault). I've been helping users on various forums for the last couple years since the Ryzen release. The number one help ticket item is RAM speeds. Just because your motherboard has a QVL with your RAM kit on it, it doesn't...
  8. T

    Question Multiple BSOD due to RAM on AMD ryzen

    Hi, so ever since I've built my system last July, I've been getting multiple BSODs. Mostly from Ntokrnl.exe + 1c1410. I just wanna know if my RAM is compatible with my system. I have tried basic troubleshooting with Multiple reinstallation of windows Memtest - found 0 errors Windows Memory...
  9. A

    [SOLVED] Amd build - What Cpu and Motherboard would fit my build plan and budget the best?

    Hello Everybody, I am in a bit of a situation where i cannot decide what to choose.. I am planning to upgraid some Parts of the pc I am using rn but with all aviable options. I wanted to go with a Amd based update, as i heard its the best for bang for buck. I personally am rather budget bound...
  10. O

    Question Is this overclock safe? Athlon 860k

    So I overclocked my AMD Athlon X4 860k to 4.4ghz on all cores and I was wondering if these stats were safe for my motherboard. I think my CPU temps are fine according to AMD Overdrive but for the VRMs and such I would have no idea what to look for as well as voltage. System Info Mobo - Gigabyte...
  11. S

    [SOLVED] Will a PC built using the following components be stable ?

    I am building a new PC as my old is kinda ripped off. I have chosen some parts for my new build but I am just not sure if all of them are compatible with each other or not. So I wanted to ask the community about what they think regarding this as who can be a better advisor. Following is the list...
  12. Qouga

    Question CPU temperature normal?

    Hello, I am kinda still new in all PC buidling. My cpu has high core temps and all other programs core temps, nzxt's program show low temps... This is a photograph of pc once booted with zero to no stress on processor. While gaming the temperature of cores get up to 100C, while othed programs...
  13. M

    [SOLVED] Will my new build be synergistic?

    Hello! I am looking to capitalize on my new RTX 2060 Super purchase. It is being somewhat bottlenecked by my i5 based on monitoring MSI afterburner. My current specs are as follows: i5-7600K RTX 2060 Super (MSI Armor OC) Gigabyte GA-H110-A Mobo Corsair Vengeance LPX 2 x 8GB DDR4-2113 Memory...
  14. T

    [SOLVED] AMD CPU pins bent, PC turns on but no display.

    PC SPECS GPU: GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X PSU: Seasonic Focus Plus Gold 650 RAM: 2X 8GB HYPERX Predator RGB HX432C16PB3AK2/16 MOBO: MSI X470 Gaming Plus SSD: Samsung 860 EVO 500GB + 128 GB Kingston SSD HDD: Seagate 1TB So my MOBO ''broke'' and before I concluded that is was...
  15. Rogue Leader

    Discussion Anyone else have such a poor experience with ASUS warranty service

    I'll try to keep this brief. The Network adapter in my launch day ASUS Crosshair VI Hero failed and I contacted ASUS to have it repaired/replaced under warranty. I sent the board in, received timely replies from them regarding repairs and ultimately was sent a new replacement Crosshair VI...
  16. JaSoN_cRuZe

    News AMD's next big launch is set on October!!

    According to some latest info, AMD is expected to launch the Navi 12 (RX 5800) and the Navi 14(RX 5600) graphics cards next month along with the Ryzen 5 3500 and the 3500X and the B550 chipset-based motherboards.
  17. B

    [SOLVED] Cpu dosen't go idle, stay in locked multiplier. Sleep issues. Asus M5A99X Evo r2.0 fx-8350

    Hi I have a prob, that probably cause by the OC (22x, 4.4Ghz It could go higher but the socket temp is stupidly high, 68-70 when core barely hit 50 °C). Normally when I change the multiplier in other mobo, the cpu still go idle. I have turned on every power saving mode, put power phase...
  18. M

    Question Evaluate my Specs

    CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 2700x MBU: Asus Rog Strix B450-F Gaming Boot: Crucial P1 3D NAND 500GB M.2 NVMe Storage: 2TBx1, 1TBx1 Seagate Baracuda HDD [Existing] & Crucial MX500 1000GB Later RAM: Corsair Vengence LPX 3200C16 16GBx2 32GB GPU: Option One: Asus Tuf GTX 1660 6GB, Option Two: AMD RX 580 8GB...
  19. Bag of Potatoes

    [SOLVED] is cpu overclocking and cpu ratio the same thing?

    as mentioned in the title, im just confused coz people say a320 mobos dont support overclocking and meanwhile my a320 mobo have "cpu ratio" that can be played with. in cpu ratio if i put 42 that means my cpu clock will go 4.2ghz right? so is it the same as overclocking? it's an "emaxx a320...
  20. Pegisuee

    Question Psu 650w with an x570 motherboard.

    Dear all, I'm building a system and I bought a seasonic 650w plus gold. Together with an asus rog strix x570. However system builder on pc part picker. gives this error with any PSU below 750w. Note:The Asus ROG Strix X570-E Gaming ATX AM4 Motherboard has an additional 4-pin ATX power...
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    Question AB350M-hdv upgrade questions

    I'm currently running BIOS version 5.10 on AsRock's AB350m-hdv, and I'm trying to update to the latest BIOS version 6.00. After looking at their downloads page (https://www.asrock.com/MB/AMD/AB350M-HDV/index.us.asp#BIOS), I see that 5.50, 5.80, and 5,90 require users to install 'AMD all in 1...
  22. A

    Question Ryzen 5 3600 won't restart with MSI B450 Gaming Plus, change the mobo to newer x570?

    Hi! So I have an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 chip with the motherboard MSI B450 Gaming Plus and I can not restart the computer, and by that I mean that restarting the computer will result in that the red light indicating CPU issues on the motherboard lights up and the computer doesn't start (even thought...
  23. TheDevil21

    Question Help me mobo choose

    Hello. I have an r5 1600x and an gtx 970 and i need to buy a motherboard . I don't know what to choose between a new Msi a320 pro-e or a refurbished Asrock AB350 Pro4 (mobo is refurbished by manufacuturer and resold with 1 year warranty). Both of them have like the same price (around 50$) . Tell...
  24. Hash Volt

    [SOLVED] How do i enable AMD Virtualization?

    I tried everything but it wasnt in my bios. I have a Gigabyte B450M s2h. any help?
  25. T

    Question Best MoBo for AMD 3700x

    First, I am not a big fan of RGB things, but there are glowing elements in motherboard though. I´d like to ask you guys for helping me to choose right MoBo for me = AMD 3700X is the CPU. MoBo should have proper VRM and its heatsink and more importantly for me, good audio setup. I don´t think...
  26. gerbernoah

    Question Gigabyte Aorus X470 Gaming Ultra Red CPU LED

    I got a new Gigabyte motherboard for a Ryzen 7 2700x and everything lights up (rgb leds, fans start spinning etc) but the pc doesn’t post. I have switched out the ram and the power supply and the motherboard itself. I am helpless Don’t know what to do. I had noticed that I forgot to push down...
  27. N

    [SOLVED] AM4 Retention Bracket Screws Confirmation

    Currently I have my Wraith Spire Installed with my Ryzen 2600, and I put all the screws that I didn't use when I built my PC into a Metal Box with my PSU Cables, and today present time I wanted to upgrade to a Ryzen 2700x because it was on sale. I haven't brought it but I was checking out some...
  28. rvidd

    [SOLVED] How are the PCIe lanes of AMD CPUs allotted to the slots and chipset?

    In Intel, the PCIe lanes from CPUs are directly connected to the x16 slots and maybe few x4 slots or NVMe slots. Additionally 4 lanes are given to the PCH via DMI 2.0/3.0. Does AMD allot the PCIe lanes same as Intel or they do it differently?
  29. mister_flowers

    Question Help diagnose no post/boot

    Before I get into the details I want to clarify that I have already put in a couple of hours of mindless troubleshooting. Clearing CMOS, removing the battery, one stick of ram, different types of ram, different slots, with GPU, without GPU. I say that just to state where I am in the process now...
  30. IceMyth

    [SOLVED] Questions about 3600Mhz memory on old and new Gen AMD MB

    Hi Everyone, I have a couple of questions related to memories. (Q1) Is there any difference between memory running at 3600 or 3600(OC)? This is mainly when it is mentioned on MB supported memory freq. (Q2) I want to buy the memory below and install it on the X370 and later on when I am able...
  31. T

    Question AMD CPU not detected after bios update

    I have update ma config to a New ryzen 3600x in a B450 aorus M motherboard, but as u know, 400 series need a bios update to recognize 3000 cpu. I dont have any other amd cpu , so i get another one: an a8 9600. At the beginning motherboard had f5 version, it detected the a8 cpu and i downloaded...
  32. Boosey

    [SOLVED] Just bought the 3900x

    The MOBO I have MSI X370 GAMING PRO CARBON and there is no bios update for 3rd gen but there is 3rd gen support for the X370 GAMING PRO & X370 GAMING PLUS can I use the X370 GAMING PRO bios or no or buy a new mobo. thanks!
  33. A

    Question Help choosing 128GB RAM for Threadripper

    Hi, I am getting a new built and I need to get 128GB of RAM, but I don't know which one is better or at least compatible My parts until now: Asus Zenith Extreme Alpha Threadripper 2950X+Liqtech II 360 Samsung 970 Evo Plus 500GB Firecuda 2TB 2080 Ti (still pending) Corsair AX1000 80 plus...
  34. juustef

    [SOLVED] Motherboard for 2700X

    Finally the time for me to buy a better CPU has come. I'm looking forward to buying the 2700X for my build, but with it, I'd need a new mb. I'm stuck in between: Gigabyte B450 AORUS ELITE (~90€ here) and the MSI B450 TOMAHAWK (~96€ here). I know I don't have enough money for a good X470 board...
  35. T

    Question What Ram and Mobo to buy.

    Hey everyone. Thanks to everyone in advance for taking the time to read this post. So I wanna get an upgrade this summer for my pc. My concern is with the Ram and the mobo. I know for sure I'm gonna need a new MOBO bc pf the cpu upgrade << CPU --> Ryzen 9 >>, I have an intel 6600k, but do I...
  36. S

    Question PCIe versions and lanes speedj

    I have a question about PCIe lanes speeds with regard to backward compatibility. I want to build a X570 Ryzen PC but the motherboard I choose (Asus Rog X570-i) will likely share the GPU with the back ssd port. My question is as follows, when I install an nvme ssd and a GPU will the speed remain...
  37. T

    Question Possible upgrade.

    Hey everyone. Thank you in advance for taking the time of reading this post. So I want to upgrade my pc this summer and I was thinking of buying a new gpu and a new cpu. I want to play all the games on the highest settings possible. Been out of the loop for a bit and I came up with the...
  38. D

    Question X570 aorus extreme dimensions

    Hi I'm currently looking for the dimensions for the new up coming motherboard to make sure what ever tower I get fits in it. I plan on getting a full tower but the tower I was looking at for some reason had a post attached to it via here and the motherboard didn't fit his c700m full tower...
  39. T

    Question amd a8 5600k CPU temperature

    Hello everyone! I have an old PC build from ~2012 with an AMD A8-5600k. There is no a fancy cooling, just two fans (one for the CPU and one for the rest of the tower). I think the temperatures are a bit high and I am afraid to use the PC. Here is a screenshot using CoreTemp: View...
  40. LarryKimball

    Question Are my Asrock motherboards ready for Ryen 3000??

    Hello everyone! I currently have two Fatal1ty AB350 Gaming-ITX/ac motherboards, and a B450M Steel Legend. Does anyone know if these will handle the new Ryzen 9 3900X? If not, I am hoping they will support the Ryzen 7 3800X.... And info would be most helpful. Thanks!