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  1. Chrixy

    [SOLVED] I need some help with upgrading my PC

    Hello, I want to upgrade my CPU, CPU Cooler, Motherboard and Memory in my PC, and I found this: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/VQkNGc (I have everything in this list in my current PC system except the CPU, CPU Cooler, Motherboard and Memory) I see there is 3 Compatibility Notes here, but I...
  2. A

    [SOLVED] Need to check compatibility with a M.2 SSD

    Hey y'all I'm using an ASUS Prime B250M-A motherboard and thinking about the Crucial P1 M.2 NVMe 500GB SSD and wondering if it'll be compatible with the motherboard. On ASUS' website I saw no reference to an NVMe interface but only an M.2 x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidths. And on PC Part Picker...
  3. I

    [SOLVED] Installing not officially supported M.2 SSDs

    This might be obvious, but I haven't found a straight "yes" or "no" answer about it yet. I'm planning to swap my 2TB HHD for either one 2TB or two 1TB M.2 sticks /RAIDed together to one drive/ One of the drives I'm planning on is an Intel 660p Series M.2 2280 2TB...
  4. M

    [SOLVED] Monitor -GPU compatibility

    Hi, I have 1050ti graphics card and i am planning to buy Acer KG241Q P Monitor... Are they compatible with each other?
  5. A

    [SOLVED] Does the Gigabyte Z370M DS3H support booting from an NVMe SSD?

    Hello, I did a lot of digging and I figured that the Gigabyte Z370M DS3H motherboard does have one NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 2280 M.2 Connector, but I also read that even then it does not necessarily mean that you can boot from the NVMe. So I was wondering if this is possible. Link to the MOBO's...
  6. J

    [SOLVED] Will this RAM work with my motherboard if it's not on the QVL

    Hello everyone! What i ask is pretty simple. Just wondering if my RAM kits i bought 2 months ago will work with the motherboard I'm planning on buying next week. I bought a 16gb 3200mhz kit from Corsair on Amazon, and the model ID is CMK16GX4M2B3200C16R . Here's the link...
  7. S

    [SOLVED] New GPU recommendation

    Hi, my pc built is: GPU: ASUS GTX950-OC-2GD5, CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 HDD: Seagate Desktop HDD - 1TB Seasonic Energy Knight SS-500ET T3 - 500W, OEM RAM: 2x HyperX Fury Blue 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 Motherboard: MSI B85-G43 - Intel B85 SSD: 500GB Samsung Im looking to upgrade my GPU. Im thinking...
  8. G

    Question Ram upgrade

    I have got this mobo and RAM for now: MSI X470 GAMING PLUS + Hyperx fury 2x8gb ddr4 3200 MHz (code HX432C18FB2K2/16 which is also in compatible list of ram so it is running in dual-channel). I want to upgrade to GSkill 2x16 GB 3000 MHz with code F4-3000C15S-16GVR which is not in compatible...
  9. H

    Question F4-3600C16Q-32GTZNC - Trident Z Neo Quad Channel Compatibility with X570

    So I just ordered my new AMD based X570 PC. I am concerned that I may have made a mistake with my RAM kit selection and considering ordering an alternative. Specifically this RAM kit...
  10. eagerweezer

    Question Gigabyte B450 Aorus Pro

    Hey guys just wanted to ask if a newly purchased Gigabyte B450 Aorus Pro work with the R5 3600 out of the box or do I still have to update its bios? Many Thanks!
  11. S

    Question Do different brand but same model GPU's have different sizes so the NVLINK wont fit? RTX 2080 Ti

    For example, take a close look at the third picture on this Ebay listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/293223354653?ul_noapp=true Both cards in the system are RTX 2080 Ti's but the one on the bottom (The NVLINK slot) is extended about an inch taller the the top card(hard to see unless you really...
  12. S

    [SOLVED] Can I use a PCI-E 4.0 NVME on my PCI-E 3.0 motherboard?

    Hello all, Currently, I have a Z390 Godlike motherboard with a Samsung 970 Pro 1TB NVME SSD. My current read/write speed is 3500MB/2700MB I am very tempted to buy this new NVME which uses PCI-E 4.0 slots which has a higher read/write speed of 4950MB/4250MB...
  13. E

    Question Asus Strix x99 Gaming Xeon 22c compatibility

    Hello Girls and Guys! I'm looking for people who've had experience with using this motherboard with a 22c CPU (the highest core CPU compatible with this board: Intel Xeon E5-2699-v4 I want to know if engineering samples work with this board, and if anyone actually tried them and his board...
  14. M

    [SOLVED] Can I get a compatibility check.

    I am going to build a pc soon and I was wondering if all of the parts here are compatible. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/8FzjYT I am also wondering if the fan will fit in the case, pc part picker cannot confirm that the cooler is compatible. Thanks
  15. W

    [SOLVED] Memory: CPU compatibility?

    I want to upgrade my pc with a new MB, a new CPU and new memory. However, when looking at the supported frequency of the MB I want to buy (https://www.asrock.com/MB/AMD/Fatal1ty%20B450%20Gaming%20K4/index.asp#Specification) it says that the supported frequency is dependent on the CPU series. I...
  16. E

    [SOLVED] Problem causing huge temperature spikes and fps drops in games

    A few weeks ago Ive been noticing a problem that seems to have gotten worse ever since. When playing a game my cpu and gpu seem to shut down, causing huge frame drops making most games completely unplayable as these fps drops happen so frequently. I researched it and concluded it had to be a...
  17. R

    [SOLVED] PC Part Compatibility

    I'm trying to upgrade my DDR4 RAM but it seems like my motherboard isn't compatible with DDR4. I was wondering if https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CBKQ75V/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 is compatible with all DDR4 3000 Mhz RAM. (I use a AMD FX-8320 Processor and a GTX 1060...
  18. Revanite94

    Question Is it a good idea to use server/enterprise HDD for desktop PC?

    Hey guys, I'm looking to add a HDD to my PC. OS is installed in a SSD, so I will primarily be using this HDD for storage and to install some games. Is it a good idea to use enterprise/server HDD for personal pc? Does it make much more noise as compared to a regular internal HDD? Is it even...
  19. Y

    Question RAM Compatible or not?

    On the G.Skill website, the RAM I purchased is listed on the qvl list as compatible with the msi b450 gaming carbon ac, but on the msi motherboard website, the RAM isn't listed as compatible. I've been having trouble booting (no connection to monitor despite fans and rgb turning on the...
  20. wookiemonster

    [SOLVED] Asus Rog Strix H370F + intel 9th Gen compatibility

    I am currently going through the process of upgrading my rig and I have bought an i5 9400f and an Asus Rog Strix H370F. I know that the mobo was made for 8th gen processors, so I am wondering if the manufacturers will send out the board with the bios already updated as it been out for a while ...
  21. Revanite94

    [SOLVED] Placing GPU directly above fan

    Hey guys I just built my first pc again after approximately 10 years of using laptops. I have a question related to the placement of my GPU. I placed my GPU (ASUS AMD ROG Strix RX570 OC Edition 4GB GDDR5) in the second GPU slot, I did this because I needed the space near the first slot for...
  22. ObnoxiousWalrus

    Question PSU Compatibility

    Hey there. I'm looking to upgrade my graphic card from a GTX 1050 to a GTX 1660 (both not Ti). However, i'll need a new PSU, or else it'll be underpowered, knowing that my current 1050 already is a bit over my current PSU's peak wattage(350W). Here's my specs (Tell me if you need more details)...
  23. Pinnerr

    Question Can I get some help with checking compatibility? Solved

    These are the components I’m going to order and I’ve checked compatibility as far as my knowledge goes. Can someone please double check for me? I’ve gathered a list. I’m most curious about CPU, MotherBoard and the RAM, the rest should easily be compatible. CPU: Intel i9-9900k GPU: ASUS RTX...
  24. M

    Question Ram compatibility

    Is my motherboard compatible with this ram ? They are not listed in the manual. https://www.newegg.ca/g-skill-8gb-240-pin-ddr3-sdram/p/N82E16820231428 https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/GA-H55M-UD2H-rev-10#ov Thank you
  25. C

    Question i5-650 CPU installed on 1155 motherboard then attempted boot

    Hi, I know bad things will happen here but since my cousin will do it so it's fine. His plan is to install the i5-650(1156 scoket) on a Motherboard that supports 1155. What could possibly happen when he attempts it to boot?
  26. S

    [SOLVED] Advice on my upgrade

    Hello everyone, my old build, which i will list the specs below, is not working anymore. Long story short, the motherboard is the problem. I was digging a bit trying to replace the motherboard, but ofcourse it is 2019 and nobody sells a LGA 1155 Z series motherboard anymore. I am very reluctant...
  27. A

    [SOLVED] NEED HELP!! CPU compatibility

    I am trying to fix up a slow, old HP computer and am looking for a new CPU which is compatible for it. It currently has dual core processor which I'm tryna bump up to a quad core however I'm not sure as to whether a quad core will actually work on my computer with my given motherboard. Here are...
  28. Musamed

    Question Will this pc be able to run games at 2K/4K?

    I am looking to buy a new pc, but I'm not sure if I'll be able to run games at 2K/4K resolution smoothly. Also I don't know if all of these parts are compatible. Here is the link to the pc: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/r3VwTB
  29. L

    Question Want to know if two different types of DDR4 RAM are compatible

    I recently bought a laptop and it came with 8GB ram. 1 x SK hynix 8GB 1Rx8 PC4-2400T-SA1-11. As I'm working with very large data sets, the ram was not sufficient and I decided to get it upgraded to the maximum my laptop can take, which is 16GB (8GB x 2). I took it to the store and they...
  30. A

    [SOLVED] Ram on this motherboard?

    I'm pretty sure these components are compatible, but i'd love to hear a second opinion mostly for the RAM. Mobo: Asus ROG STRIX B450-F RAM: HyperX Predator 2x8 GB 3200Mhz CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 GPU: Asus RX 580 4GB Nitro+ PSU: Corsair VS650
  31. D

    [SOLVED] Will this GPU be compatible with my Dell Optiplex 7010 Mini Tower?

    I linked the 750ti in the thread. Will this card fit in my Dell Optiplex 7010 mini tower? EVGA 750TI Will this GPU work with my Dell Optiplex 7010 Mini Tower? GPU My Motherboard My Power Supply My powe supply has 275watts. I don't have the budget to buy a new one so I hope this all can work...
  32. D

    Question HELP! Newbie Alert.

    Motherboard: Asus ROG STRIX x470-f Gaming CPU: Amd Ryzen 5 1600 GPU: Sapphire Nitro + 8gb Ram: 16gb (2×8gb) 2400mhz Storage: Crucial MX500 M.2 SATA SSD & 2tb Toshiba 7200rpm HDD PSU: Thermaltake 850w 80 + Bronze RGB Modular Fans: 6× PcCooler RGB HSP Fans Case: Phanteks Eclipse P400 I originally...
  33. GamerCyclops

    [SOLVED] Is the MSI B250M Bazooka motherboard compatible with an NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD?

    So I'm upgrading my brother's system, and want to get him an SSD to use as a boot drive. I found this one on Amazon (although I'm open to others if better deals are available) but I'm not sure it's compatible with his Motherboard. The motherboard's product information page is here. I've...
  34. R

    Question rog strix b350-f gaming motherboard compatible cpu fan recommendation

    I have a ryzen 1700x and that didn't come with a fan so i bought one and it blocks my RAM slots on my pc. i barely got my 16GBs in to the farthest slots. i don't need the absolute best but i need a recommendation for a fan. preferably with a link to the fan? please?