Astra

Forum discussion tagged with Astra.
  1. Y

    can my memphis-s motherboard handle Kingston HyperX FURY 8 GB DIMM DDR3-1600 ram

    i want to upgrade my ram so i was thinking to buy Kingston HyperX FURY 8x2 GB DIMM DDR3-1600 but i don't know if it will be good for my motherboard specs: intel core i7-4790s 8 gb ddr3 ram evga gtx 1060 sc 3 gb 600 watt psu
  2. A

    Does It work?

    Can I use a external hard drive and ssd on a desktop? If so, how?
  3. Y

    gpu upgrade thoughts

    Hello I currently want a better budget gpu my pc has: amd fx8320:cpu as rock 970 pro r2.0:mobo 8 gb ddr3 1866:ram ssd:240 gb Hdd:500 gb gpu:asus 6670 hd I basically play games like diablo or torchlight but I want to move on and basically I want to try witcher 3 etc.I don't mind playing it on...
  4. Anurag20

    Hey MODS.. THE FAMOUS TomsHW BOTTLENECKING CHART DISAPPEARED..

    Any attempt to navigate to the Famous Tomshardware "Bottlenecking Guide & Chart 2016" by KKAW listed at http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2729891/bottlenecking-guide-chart-2016.html leads to "403 - Unauthorized access 403 Sorry, but you are looking for something that isn't here. Perhaps you...
  5. M

    GPU dead ?

    So today i changed my cpu and i did all the stuff i should, but after it i turned on my pc and it was keep reeboting after windows is finished with loading files, so i turned off m pc and came later and tryed to turn it on again and sunedly won't even start (just fan from cpu and power supply...
  6. Z

    Choosing right laptop for work

    Dear community :), I am currently looking for a new laptop as my old Acer Aspire V3 is going to leave this world soon. I felt in love with Dell XPS 13, I also kind of like MCB Pro 13 retina (2015) BUT! I am afraid both doesn't meet my performance requirements, but I am not totally sure about...
  7. J

    is this a good build for the price?

    I'm new to computer building and it's only around 1500 for everything so whatcha think? *BASE_PRICE: [+1395] BLUETOOTH: None CABLE: None CAS: CYBERPOWERPC X-Titan 200 Full Tower Gaming Case w/ USB 3.0, Fan Control, EZ Swap HDD Dock, Side Panel Window [+10] (White Color) CASUPGRADE: None CD...
  8. Chris_6

    Alternative Windows Explorer w/ Queue?

    I want an explorer that will allow me to queue files to copy to a USB Flash Drive, like to drag multiple files from different folders, but still maintaining the queue (not copying more than one file at once.) Also, is it possible to have an alternative explorer while still keeping explorer that...
  9. D

    Boot priority problem on laptop

    I have a samsung series 7 laptop and I just installed a new ssd on it because the hdd failed on me. I'm having problems because it's constantly trying to boot from disc (there is no disc in the system) and I don't have the option to change it on startup. Help? Also, on another note if anyone...
  10. V

    Problem with power supply over voltage

    My gaming computer are bought in last year I use it without any problem occur(no over clocking). But yesterday I use my computer usually, suddenly the computer is restart and bring me to bios, and say the motherboard has detect power over supply and start to surge protection. After that I shut...
  11. Y

    DNS server problems

    Hi, I am having a problem with my computer. When i connect it directly to the ethernet cable it says "DNS server is not responding to Windows" so i went on to properties and made sure it selects the category 4 on its own ( i also already tried the 8888 8844 configuration as well as the other...
  12. C

    Paypal security question

    Can someone scam you by receiving the money and then sending it to another account in order to avoid the dispute ?
  13. Z

    Used Dell U3014 or new Samsung U28D590D

    Which one would you pick personally? I play starcraft and do moderate lightroom work. I love resolution, but the dell has great color and its not TN. UGG!
  14. Ehrgeiz317

    System doesnt detect NIC(built in or Mini PCIe card) Win7 EVGA X79 SLI mobo

    ,PC wont detect any it's own internal ethernet adapter ,Enabled in BIOS ,Wont detect new MiniPCIe adapter: intel EXPI9301CTBLK Network Adapter 10/ 100/ 1000Mbps PCI-Express 1 x RJ45 .Mini PCIe enabled in BIOS .Tried disabling and re-enabling in BIOS .Tried uninstalling and reinstalling...
  15. N

    Nvidia crashing on my new MSI GT70 OD

    Hi! A few days ago I bought the MSI GT70 OD. For a few hours the computer worked fine, but after playing Elder Scrolls online for a few hours the problems started. First I got the following message: Display Driver NVIDIA Windows Kernel Mode Driver, Version xxx.xx stopped responding and has...
  16. S

    Hi! Need Help with buying new CPU.

    Hi Everyone, my budget for the new computer is something between 5000-5500. Gaming computer. My friend built this one for me: CM8064601464506 - Intel i5-4670K Quad core CPU - LGA1150 - 3.4 GHz - 6MB cache - 22nm - 84W TDP - Integrated HD Graphics 4600 at 1200Mhz - Works with Z87,H87,B85...
  17. T

    Tv rarely gives picture and then wont turn off

    My parents NS-LCD26a Insignia HD tv only occasionally turns on with a picture. Usually once I turn it on it gives a solid black screen. No input menus will open and it will no longer turn off unless I hold the power button down for 5 seconds. There is visible damage to any of the parts. When...
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    What's a good laptop with windows 8, 8gb of ram, great graphics and is only around £400-£500?

    I've been looking for a laptop recently but haven't found any great ones! Can someone suggest a laptop with windows 8, 8gb of ram, great graphics for around £400-£500? (Preferably touchscreen but doesn't have to be, just preferred) thanks
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    Will this setup run well?

    CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($139.99 @ Amazon) Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P ATX AM3+/AM3 Motherboard ($92.98 @ SuperBiiz) Memory: Corsair Vengeance 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($48.99 @ Newegg) Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive...
  20. B

    BIOS won't support boot device?

    I have a western digital mechanical hdd and a cd drive plugged in via sata6gb cables and the bios is saying, "The current BIOS setting does not fully support the boot device." then in yellow text it states, "go to advanced > CSM Parameters, and adjust the CSM settings to enable the boot...
  21. strifescream

    CX500 good enough for GTX 650 Ti?

    Hi, I will buy a Zotac Geforce GTX 650 Ti for my rig. I have a PSU Corsair CX 500. Here is my specification: Is my psu good enough for all of those?
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    Did I get a good deal, will this config work for gaming?

    I just purchased an MSI Radeon HD7870 w/2GB of memory overclocked for $130. I have an i7-4770k processor w/8GB of DDR2133 RAM. I am running only 1 23" monitor for now. Did I get a good deal and will this card work well for gaming? I purchased this card as a stop gap until I can afford...
  23. R

    getting data from a HDD the mobo can't read

    someone gave me their old computer. They have a SATA HDD and the data can only be read with the mobo they gave me. Since I installed my own version on windows on the mobo, would the mobo even read their HDD anymore? Either way, I read I could just use a USB to HDD adapter to read the data off...
  24. hdshatter

    GTX 780 Overclocking - EVGA Classified vs MSI Lightning vs other?

    I am looking for the best 780 for overclocking, I am looking for a card that can hit atleast 1300mhz core and be extremely stable. I am leaning toward the lightning since it matches my motherboard. Would I have a better chance of 1300mhz with a lightning or a classified. I don't care about the...
  25. L

    Power Supply or Motherboard gone bad?

    Hi guys. Im having a problem with my Pc. I was happily playing Assassins Creed with my new video card, a GTX 760, when all of a sudden the screen went without a signal. I quickly looked at my PC and saw that it was still on, so I tried to exit the game by pressing alt+ctrl+delete, but no luck...
  26. T

    SATA 3 HDD to SATA 2 Port.Performance

    If I plug my seagate ST31000524AS(which is SATA 3) to a sata 2 port(have only two sata 3 ports on my MB) I heard that there will be no performance degrade as the hdd is slow and sata 2 is way faster that what the hdd can perform. Is that true? Edit:I'll be using it to store data like movies...
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    PC is unstable and bluescreens (new amd)

    Hi my computer seems to be very weird. It works in safe mode, yet it doesnt allow linux installation because of some kernel error problems. So I then tried to reinstall windows 7 and I had to roll back because it wouldnt boot back. I would like to present you with my blue screen logs but I dont...
  28. froller2

    got a rather anoying problem

    specs: i5 3570k, 8gb 1600mhz ram, radeon hd 7970 psu 650watt 80+ motherboard is a asrock pro3 z77 so yesterday i updated my gtx 660 to a radeon 7970 the 660 used the pci-3 slot so after removing the nvidia drivers i put in my new card but couldnt get a screen on... then i used the gpu in the...
  29. D

    Sound from Hard Drive

    what i want to do if there is a sound comes from my computer's Hard drive.Computer get's stuck while that sound appears.After i clean up mother board and just arrange the wires go to SATA drive sound gone system work properly.But after that the sound comes again and system get stuck....could you...
  30. R

    [help]Upgrading g2020 to i5 3570 on mobo h61

    I want to upgrade my current cpu g2020 ivy bridge lga 1155 to i5 3570(non k) also ivy bridge lga 1155..my mobo is biostar h61mlv2 with latest bios and their web said it support i5 ivy bridge.. http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/mb/introduction.php?S_ID=591 if i upgrade my cpu,is it just plug and...
  31. MikeTheCISGuy

    Can you have a dual monitor set-up with different connections?

    I was looking into getting a BenQ monitor that has an HDMI connection. I am currently using a DVI connected, standard 19" display. When I get the the BenQ monitor, will I be able to have a dual monitor set-up even though it would be with 2 different connections? Any help is appreciated, thanks!
  32. B

    Advice on first time DIY kit build

    I've been thinking about purchasing this DIY kit from newegg (http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1351776) along with a WD Black 1TB HDD. I just want a machine to handle daily functioning and maybe some light gaming. My only real concern is making sure that...
  33. F

    Huge installation problem

    Hmm where to start. So i'm trying to install W7 unto my new pc build. My HDD is a new WD Blue 500g and my motherboard is a secondhand asus 8H67-M PRO from ebay. Now when I put the official W7 disk in, the bios rarely detects the Optical Drive and when it does I get the flashing underscore. So...
  34. N

    Gigabyte G1 Sniper 5 Issues.... probably not the first

    Alright guys. Newly built computer, invested over $3,000 Here's the specs: CPU Intel I7 4770k (delided) Motherboard: Gigabyte G1 Sniper 5 (BIOS has been updated from F5 to F7 using QFLASH) Cooler NZXT Kraken x60 280mm Extreme Performance Radiator Temps on all cores 25-28C Orientated in Push...
  35. S

    Would an A8 5600K and Nvidia GTX 660 run bf4 and if so at what specs

    Battlefield 4? And how well would it run on an amd a8 5600k with nvidia geforce gtx 660
  36. G

    Repairing a XP alread installed

    Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.help_and_support (More info?) I have a version of Winxp withSP 1 installed, then i installd the Service pack 2. i wanted to now of a yahoo messenger problem, although its not microsoft's/ My windows hung one day and then i restarted after which...
  37. S

    Team Vulcan memory

    Hi my system specs amd fx 8320 stock clock asus m5a97 r2.0 gtx 670 team vulcan 8gb 2133. my memory is currently at 1333 but i would like it to run at 1866(2133 is oc for mobo...i don't want to oc anytime soon.) what timings and what volts should i give this memory??? Ram...
  38. L

    Installing

    Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) I use the free Zone Alarm,and there is a new version or update. I received a {not valid Win32 application} notice. I even used a clean install from my desktop. I can't install it. What do I do now? Had no problem with the...
  39. G

    Windows Messenger

    Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.messenger (More info?) I am trying to upgrade to Windows Messenger 5.1. The installation goes to the end then says there is an older version of 5.1 and the file is corrupt. I have tried the command line uninstall and tried to reinstall 5.0...
  40. G

    PC Does Not Recognize HD???

    Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.help_and_support (More info?) I had to have a Computer shop erase the HD in my Dell Dimension 8250 because Windows XP gave me an error message that Windows Explorer was closing down. That put me in a loop I couldn"t get out of. The error...