compabilitiy

Forum discussion tagged with compabilitiy.
  1. S

    Question Looking To Do Some Upgrades Or Should I Start From Scratch?

    Approximate Purchase Date: Within the next few months Budget Range: $1000 System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, Web-browsing, Light editing Are you buying a monitor: No Parts to Upgrade: CPU, GPU, RAM, Storage Do you need to buy OS: No Preferred Website(s) for Parts...
  2. Ali Yakoot

    Question ASUS ROG Strix G17 Memory upgrade

    Hi everyone. I just bought an Asus ROG Strix G17 G713PV-HX019W (AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX, RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5 4800MHz in slot1, and slot2 is empty). I need to upgrade to 64GB due to my heavy workload (containerization, virtualization, SQL, etc.). ASUS official maximum capacity is 32GB, but when I...
  3. sallaks

    Question Ram compability

    this ram: ram corsair is compatible with Asusx670e-a gaming?
  4. dedcntrl

    Question does ssd m2 pcie 4.0 x4 compatible with 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M)

    Hi everyone! I have a question regarding the compatibility of my SSD with my motherboard. Configuration: Motherboard: Gigabyte B365 HD3 SSD: Kingston KC3000 3D NAND TLC 512GB M.2 (2280 PCI-E) NVMe x4 (SKC3000S/512G) Issue: Will the Kingston KC3000 SSD (PCIe 4.0 x4) be compatible with the M.2...
  5. M

    Question Will this monitor be supported by my GPU or is it too much ?

    Hi again, since my last post I have been collecting all parts to build my pc but i have decided to change the monitor to the KOONUI 27E3SQKS (KOORUI 27 Inch Gaming Monitor - 240Hz QHD (2560x1440) Computer Monitor, AdaptiveSync, Fast IPS 1ms MPRT, DCI-P3 90%, HDR10 Monitor, Eyes Care,Tilt...
  6. somecoolusernameimusing

    Question RAM Upgrade Mystery: Legion Y520 Won't Boot Without Specific Module

    Hello. I wanted to upgrade my RAM on my Lenovo Legion Y520-15ikbn, but I discovered some strange behavior of my current RAM modules. I have 2 modules - 2gb and 4gb one. They are Ramaxel Rmsa3270mb76h8f-2400 and Rmsa3270mb86h9f-2400 respectively. I cant launch my laptop without 2gb module in...
  7. Wheel in the Sky

    Question Why won't my new NVMe SSD work in an external enclosure?

    I bought an Addlink Addgame A95 NVMe SSD, 4TB (https://www.amazon.com/addlink-Internal-Heatsink-Compatible-Solid-State/dp/B09HJVDW69?th=1). I also bought an external enclosure for it: MAIWO M.2 NVME SSD Enclosure Adapter (https://www.newegg.com/maiwo-k1689p-enclosure/p/0VN-00D8-00037). I hook...
  8. M

    Question So im new to building a pc and need help if these parts are compatible

    I'm sorry but I'm new so i don't understand most of this but will the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X be compatible with the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT ? And if so could someone help me with suggestions of other parts needed 🙏🏾
  9. KappaKool

    Question Can't access Bios on my Gigabyte B560M aorus pro ax, VGA led on on startup

    Hey, I just assembled my components but when I turn on the system, the VGA led on the motherboard stays on, and can't even access BIOS to change any settings. My CPU doesn't have a integrated grpahic core on it (i5-11400F), so can't boot using onboard graphics. And I don't have another spare...
  10. HeroChino

    Question Does those parts work well together?

    Sub, I'm in the process of building a new PC primarily for streaming and gaming. Additionally, I plan to use some software features like a voice modifier for my streams and some other stuff. While I have my eyes on playing Cyberpunk 2077, it's not an absolute necessity. I've recently developed...
  11. H

    Question Question on different Distros and hardware compatability ?

    so for starters, my specs GPU: RTX 2080ti CPU: Ryzen 7 2700X RAM: 32 GB DDR4 2600 Mhz i have worked with PCs almost my whole life, but am a Linux noob, i have tried out a few different distros including, Mint, Ubuntu, POP OS and Manjaro, and with all of these distros, everything seems to run a...
  12. P

    Build Advice Build Suggestion for $1800/1900 max (without case) ?

    Hello everyone, I'm writing because I have around $1800 to spend on a full gaming PC. I would use it exclusively for gaming, both for AAA titles (1440p), but I'd like to stay above 200fps in some competitive games (like Valorant and Apex, for example). I would appreciate various suggestions...
  13. yuvaldo

    Question RAM compatability issue?

    So I recently completed the following build : i5 13600k Asus ROG strix b760i 16*2 G.Skill Ripjaws S5 6000MT/s CL30 (exac model F5-6000J3040F16GA2-RS5W) And I was getting a yellow dram light after completing the build. I took the mobo to the vendor and he tested it out with his own ram's and...
  14. L

    Build Advice PC Build suggestions ?

    Hello everyone! I wanted to share my build with you because I could use some great suggestions. I would like to mention that I have already purchased the CPU and GPU. Now I need to focus on the other components. I'll list my items below. CPU - AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D GPU - ASUS Dual GeForce® RTX...
  15. jjj22

    Question Nothing turns on when I plug the 24-pin into the motherboard ?

    So my PC won’t turn on for unknown reasons and I have tried everything from resetting CMOS to taking everything apart and putting it back in. I have made sure everything is compatible. Or thought I made sure. All my parts (I have no other parts it’s my first time building): GIGABYTE B550M DS3H...
  16. vxoided

    Question Compatible ??

    I have a question regarding my Motherboard ( Asus Prime A320M-K) I wanted to get a newer Video Card ( Asus GT1030-2G-CSM GeForce GT 1030 2 GB Video Card) and I wanted to ask if the Video card is compatible with my Motherboard or if there are gonna be any issues when i connect the Video Card?? My...
  17. -resuki

    Question Multiple bosd

    Im having a lot of bosd with differents error codes and i don't know what could be the reason so maybe i can get some help here, the config : ryzen 5 3600, msi b450m pro vdh plus, corsair vengeance CMK16GX4M2D3000, corsair TX550M and a PALIT 1080. The bios as been updated and it can boot...
  18. H

    Question i7 4790k with an old ECS B85H3-M

    Hi everybody. I recently recieved an RX 6400 as a gift, so I could upgrade my old PC with an i5 4440 and 32 GB RAM (1600 Mhz). It is a big difference and they work great but I noticed the i5 is bottlenecking GPU in some games, so I was thinking to get an 4790k. Not sure if my mobo (ECS B85H3-M)...
  19. kyler1268

    Question What are safe upgrade options that fit this motherboard

    I currently have this motherboard Manufacture: Dell Inc. Model: 07KY25 Bus-specs: PCI-Express 3.0 (8.0 GT/S) Chipset: Intel BIOS: 1.10 Date: 11/24/2016 and its currently using a Name: Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-7100 CPU @ 3.90GHz Frequency: 3.912 GHz Number of cores: 2 Threads: 4 L1 cache: 128 KB...
  20. kaphy

    Question Different RAM timings compatability ?

    Hello, I recently bought a RAM stick the same as the one I already had so they can both run in dual channel, both are Kingston Fury Beast ddr4 16gb 3200mhz, looking at CPU-Z they are in fact in dual channel mode but in the SPD tab I noticed they are from a different manufacturer (one is Kingston...
  21. Celalyvan

    Question RAM Mhz support for Aorus B450M

    HI! I'm currently in the grand crusade of buying a new set up, and since in my country (buying in amazon is not an option for Argentina, sorry guys :( ) there is kindda not many Motherboards & CPUs options, at least at the moment of writing this post, I was wondering: I have an Aorus B450M...
  22. Psycho381

    [SOLVED] Higher RAM frequency than the CPU supports

    My CPU supports ram speed up to 2666mhz, is there a point in upgrading to 3200mhz, are there any benefits going above 2666 ( mostly regarding FPS, but other stuff to) Full pc spec: RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws 2133mhz cl15 (2x16gb) Cpu: i7 8700k cpu info Gpu: MSI 1070ti data sheet, next week...
  23. th3reaperskullpt

    Question Upgrading to a Ryzen 7 5800x3d, help needed.

    Hello everyone, in the future I should upgrade the Ryzen 5 2600 to a Ryzen 7 5800x3d but I'm having doubts if my board currently holds up in terms of VRM the processor. MSI B450 VDH PRO MAX, It's a board that I still intend to use, I wasn't really looking to buy another board, if that's the...
  24. Y

    [SOLVED] Question about ram compatibility

    My computer currently has 2 sticks of 4gb DDR4 G.Skill F4-2133C15D-8GVR. I was wondering if the 4gb DDR4 G.Skill F4-2400C15D-8GVR would be compatible. They both have everything the same expect the model number from what I can tell.
  25. Ryoto

    Question Only ram lights up when gpu plugged in but everything works when it’s not plugged in what do I do?

    I have -prosseur: ryzen 7 5700g -gpu: gigabyte 3060 -motherboard: x570s aorus elite ax Ram: 2x 16gb t-force Case: Corsair 5000x CPU cooler: Corsair Icue h150i elite capelix Psu: 850w 80+ gold Storage 1tb so everything works normally when gpu not plugged it gets the graphics from my cpu but when...
  26. R

    Question RGB Fan light stays on and will not sync with software ?

    Hi Guys, I am a new to the forums. Please bare with me as I am also learning. I recently bought these fans for my self build. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07HN199YJ It says they work with numerous lighting software's but they don't. I've tried all of them, as on the box but the fans...
  27. Potato825

    [SOLVED] Is the Corsair H100i RGB PLATINUM SE compatible with am5?

    I have a brand new Corsair H100i RGB PLATINUM SE just laying around and I know a lot of am4 coolers are compatible with am5 boards but only if they don't use a custom backplate but I don't know if this cooler does uses one for the amd installaiton. I do know that a custom backplate is used for...
  28. T

    [SOLVED] xeon processor upgrade compatability

    Hello, I have a xeon w3550 in my lenovo s20 and am looking to upgrade to a xeon 5690. Same socket and tdp. Anything unusual I should be concerned about as far as compatibility goes? Ie propietary chipset? Thanks a bunch. Kind regards, -David
  29. yeetman9013

    Question i need to find the best lga 2011 cpu for my mobo

    i have an intel x79g 2011 mobo and the current cpu is a Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E5-2609 0 @ 2.40GHz 2.40 GHz, can somone help me find the best cpu's possible? im having trouble with it.
  30. Druantia

    Question Building a new PC and it doesn't turn on with the old graphic card

    Hi, I'm building a new PC after my old one stopped turning on. Long story short it was a broken motherboard, so I set up to build a new one. I've got a new motherboard, CPU, RAM, and PSU. However I kept the disks and graphic card (my idea is to save for a new one in a few months). After...
  31. Max Lazer

    Question nVidia Driver 516.59 Cannot Detect Hardware

    I'm trying to update the drivers on my laptop, however when I try to install the current driver one of two things happen. If I use the GeForce Experience update option, the driver downloads but doesn't proceed past that point. If I try manually installing the driver, even if I have cleaned out...
  32. xoutostrela

    Question MSI MAG B460M Mortar WiFi - RAM Compatibility

    So I'm going to upgrade to an i5-10400F 2.9Ghz, nothing serious, just a small upgrade from my old i3-7100... Together with the MSI MAG B460M Mortar WiFi. My current rig runs on 16Gigs of ram from G.Skill (F4-2400C17D-16GIS ) So in the MSI page about the Ram compatibility i searched the ram code...
  33. J

    [SOLVED] AMD Component Compatibility

    Hi everyone, Had the itch to finally upgrade my desktop that has been out of commission for a while. Currently have an AMD 1600X on an ASUS ROG Strix 350b II motherboard (pretty old system haha). I've been looking to buy either a rtx 3060 or 3060ti and a 5600X. I was surprised when i plugged...
  34. ssbaraskar99

    [SOLVED] Is this NVME SSD Compatibility with Motherboard ?

    I have decided to add NVME SSD as an boot drive to my system I have decided to purchase this NVME SSD : WD SN570 But I'm not sure if its compatible with my motherboard ASUS EX-B365M-V5 So please can anyone help me out to know if its compatible? - Thankyou
  35. Crazyfireboy

    [SOLVED] Just checking...

    I was just wondering if this build i put together (honestly probably isnt good) if the parts are compatible with one an another an just wanted to have someone to proof check it if you dont mind. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/7CtTC6 Im new to PC build,I'm most likely will see if best buy could...
  36. TheSAYAIN9000

    [SOLVED] Help with compatibility on the parts I chose for my custom pc and If should swap anything out with better/cheaper parts?

    Thank you for your time and input in advance! I am new to PC gaming and want to build my first PC using the rtx 3060 ti. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kc39W4
  37. baynoma

    [SOLVED] Computer won't turn on after BSOD while playing game

    So my gaming PC, that I built in 2021, died on my last month when I received BSOD while playing gaming(Tomb Raider, during a cutscene). The BSOD put all my fans on high and wasn't restarting, so I force shutdown it. I tried to turn it on, it would turn on but no display, my GPU had red lights...
  38. C

    [SOLVED] new PC, review my build :D

    https://pcpartpicker.com/list/hLtkTn Please let me know if you have any recommendations, or think there will be any compatibility issues / bottlenecking / overheating
  39. F

    [SOLVED] Will a PCI 4.0 GPU work in a PCI 3.0 slot ?

    Hi all, Almost 2 years ago I built a new PC with a Gigabyte Z490I AORUS ULTRA Mini ITX LGA1200 motherboard. At the time, the graphic cards were already quite expensive but I wasn't in a hurry and thought I would be able to get one at a decent price a couple of months later! :oops: Almost 2...
  40. S

    [SOLVED] What kind of SSD my mobo does support?

    I have and old 1TB HDD and Gigabyte H81M-S motherboard so I decided to buy an SSD. But I wonder what kind of SSD my mobo supports? I'm not sure if my mobo supports nvme SSD's, is it even that much faster than standard SSD? What connectors also do I need for and SSD? I've never possesed any of...