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    Question Diagnosing my "dead" PC

    I have a PC that is broken and I plan to fix. It broke when I bought a fake 750 ti off of Ebay and was stupid enough to put it in my personal rig. I was trying to revert it back to a 550 ti because it was a 550 ti with a flashed bios, and all of the sudden my build shut off and would not post...
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    Question Is my Lenovo laptop dead?

    I have an old Lenovo B50-70 i5. About 2 days ago when I went to turn the laptop on I got a message along the lines of "the checksum does not match, BIOS potentially corrupted" I'm paraphrasing because I can't remember the exact message. Since then I havent gotten the laptop to start, even when I...
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    Question Is my GPU dead?

    Hello, im in urgent need of assistance you guys. I was playing Ark on my pc just now when all of a sudden, my monitor went black and my GPU fans went to full power. It was really loud so I turned the pc off and let it cool down. (I suspected it was a cooling issue) I came back about 5 min ago to...
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    Question How to diagnose a dead PCI-E slot

    My PC broke down a few months ago and I'm just getting around to repairing it. When it broke I had a "GTX 750 TI" that I bought off of Ebay and it turned out to be a GTX 550 TI. Well that was when things went south... the computer refuses to post and I was thinking it was the RAM, the...
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    Question trident z dead memory sticks

    I already have 16 GB of trident z rgb 3200mhz so I don't really need 32 GB in total so I'm wondering if trident z rgb "dead" sticks exist? Like corsair did. I mean a ram stick that only has rgb on it and you connect it to ram slots and it doesn't give more memory or anything
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    Question How to test if mobo is dead in Samsung Q430?

    Hi, I have an old Samsung Q430 that a friend gave me. She said it turned on the last time she used it, and everything was okay, it was just slow. But now it doesn't turn on, and no leds are on when I plug the charger. The battery indicator it has also doesn't light up, so I'm wondering if the...
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    Question Monitor dead after GPU OC

    Hi everybody. My current setup include: AMD - Ryzen 5 1600 overclocked to 3.8 GHz MSI - B350 GAMING PLUS MSI - GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB Corsair - CXM 550 W BenQ - ZOWIE XL2411P 24.0" 1920x1080 144 Hz Monitor plug-in with Display Port cable Today with MSI AfterBurner I tried to Overclock my RTX...
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    Question Am I right to assume my GPU is DOA?

    Setup: CPU: AMD - Athlon X4 860K Motherboard: ASRock - FM2A68M-HD+ Micro ATX RAM - 2x4gb DDR3-1600 PSU: EVGA - 430 W 80+ Certified So up until recently, I was using a GTX 1050 as my GPU but got a really good deal on an RX 570 (8GB OC) and decided to take it. I put it into my build today and...
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    Question Upgraded to rtx 2080 stutter

    I upgraded my gpu from 970 to rttx 2080. Now I have a stutter in every game I play and I didn't before. I have ddu and installed new drivers, Completely installed windows again. I am getting great temps on cpu and gpu . From what I can tell its happening when my cpu hits 100% (I7-9700k) So...
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    Can i mix ram?

    I was wondering, can I mix RAM that is from different brands with the same frequency? the ram I'm looking for has been discontinued. id be grateful if anyone could tell me some other things with the ram including the answer to my question, Thanks!
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    [SOLVED] New Gaming PC: CPU/GPU question

    I'm looking at a new system and my question is will the 2700x work well with 32" 2k 144hz monitor? Should I get a 2070 or 2080.... Right now I'm looking at 2700x, 16 GB DDR4 3200 Memory, 500 GB M.2 primary drive, 3 TB 3.5" HDD, RTS 2070 or RTS 2080... or should I go to 8700/9700 intels. Is my...
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    [SOLVED] GTA V Huge Stuttering on High end PC / high fps

    Specs : I7 6700k , GTX 1080ti , 16GB Ram , 1TB HDD , 250GB SSD, Ok so i overclocked my cpu recently to 4.4GHz and when i play GTAV i get huge stuttering like basically everytime i move my mouse it starts lagging and stuff and huge fps drops but it only happens when i put everything on low on...
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    Switch between internal graphics and dedicated gpu on desktop pc

    As I am a programmer, I want to be mining with my GPU(gtx 1080ti) in the background. ##case 1: Taking monitor output from motherboard. So my OS(Win 10) and other applications use the onboard graphics and everything runs fine from browsing to programming.If I start nicehash or start the bat...
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    Two desktops sharing Ethernet.

    I currently have a Mac setup in my home office. I have an Ethernet connection at the wall currently connected to my Mac Mini. I’m going to be adding a PC to the office for work related stuff. I also want to connect it to Ethernet, but I just have 1 line coming from the wall (The router is in the...
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    Only half the RAM usable - Ryzen

    System: CPU - Ryzen 2600 RAM - Ballistix Sport LT BLS8G4D26BFSE 8 GB Motherboard - MSI x370 Krait I have bought an additional 8 GB RAM which is detectable but not usable. Each RAM works separately. The RAM is installed in the correct channels. Latest Bios is installed. Removed the CPU...
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    Does DP > DVI Adaptar support 144hz?

    Hello, I just bought an gaming 144hz monitor wich is BenQ XL2411 , But that monitor only support DVI And HDMI, As you know DVI = 144hz max , HDMI = 60hz max , And i would like to play only with 144hz + 1080p, and i also want to buy the new RTX 2080 Graphics Card, Wich is don't support DVI Cable...
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    AMD Ryzen 2700x cooler

    I would like to put the AMD Ryzen 2700x in my gaming pc build it comes with a an own cooler and i dont know if this cooler is good enough to keep the ryzen 2700x at low temperatures. is it good enough?will the cooler keep the cpu at low temperatures? should I add another cooler?
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    The Best Thumb Grips for PS4, Xbox One and Switch

    If you want to enhance your gaming performance, these thumb grips are the way to go. The Best Thumb Grips for PS4, Xbox One and Switch : Read more
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    bad caplock key, can I fix it?

    Microsoft Ergonomic 4000, bought 3 years ago. Recently the cap locks key goes bad. It does not work. Can I try to fix it? and How? I bought on Amazon and I think warranty is over
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    Will Cooler Master Hyper TX3 EVO cpu cooler fit with Corsair Vengeance Pro RAM

    Hello. I'm looking to replace my stock cooler with a Cooler Master Hyper TX3 EVO. I've been trying to see if it will fit but can't figure it out. I'm worried about the RAM getting in the way of the fan because they are quite tall RAM modules with heatsinks. Plus the RAM slots on the motherboard...
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    MB and PSU Compatibility with GTX1070

    I recently just got a crazy deal on a gtx 1070 founders edition. My current computers PSU is to low to run it. (Under the 500w minumum) I have an ASRock A75 PRO4 FM1 AMD A75 Motherboard in my current build and I would like to try just upgrading the PSU and seeing if this computer will work for...
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    I believe my PC is dying

    Hello all, just trying to get some feedback before I spend much more money. I have a decent gaming rig for several years now (Windows 10 Pro, i5-3570k, 16 gb ram and now a gtx 970 (got one 2nd hand from a friend over a year ago) and had no problems until recently. I had an SSD running the OS and...
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    Difference between standard computer PSU and High end PSU

    what is difference between a corsair high end psu's(450w) and a normal computer class psu(say DELL,HP)Psu which can be found in their systems for gaming. I use a I ball(well knows brand in INDIA) 450w psu to power up my rig of of peak power input 200-220W..please advice I have also...
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    Colourful outlines on screen. Just before Battlefront 2 ARGH!

    Hello all, I am having some issues with my screen/GPU and I am unsure as to the issue. With moving images, when they move I will get a colourful outline around each image. I have not got permanent colorful block lines on screen, only on moving video/gaming images. I have reinstalled drivers...
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    Can i instal a GTX 1060 in my HP Elite 8300

    The manual of my elite 8300 is here: http://shop.itema-pg.com/userfiles/editor/file/HPCompaqElite8300BusinessPCDec2012.pdf The manual says it has a Pci-e 3.0. My 8300 is the SFF. It says the power is limited to 35W and 75W for the MT. The Gtx 1060 requires more than 125W. That has to do with...
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    Asus x455L wrong charger

    I have asus laptop x455L. My son plugged the wrong charger and heard a small sound then the computer is dead. The computer won't turn on and i don't see any light when i plug the charger in it. So my first question is which part could have been damaged and how can i fix it?
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    I Need A Motherboard

    Can you help me find a cheap motherboard that can support the i3 6100 and gtx 750 ti. Also needs to be micro atx. I dont care about aesthetics or leds just a simple cheap motherboard will do. Thanks
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    deffrance between 4k Panel & IPS Panel

    what are the deffrance between 4k panel and IPS Panel?
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    My PC crackles!

    Hello everyone, 2weeks ago I bought hardwares for my new PC.I had problems building it up, but in the end, I figured out everything, and It worked well. Yesterday, I was playing Overwatch with my friends. There was no problem. Today, when I wanted to check something in the game, I heart a loud...
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    disk array to fit my needs

    hi everybody. i have a bunch of files that i'd like to keep on a raid array, or something of the sort. the only issue is that i barely know anything about raid, and i've never done it before. here are the requirements i would prefer to meet: - works with mac - can use any size disk - allow...
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    Question about g2a

    Hello i know there is a lot of talking about this website, but my question is, if the seller have good rating, is ts safe to buy? for ex, battlefield 4 on this link https://www.g2a.com/battlefield-4-ea-origin-cd-key-global.html?___store=great_britain secound question, i dont have paypel...
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    Nvidia GeForce 1070

    I was on my PC yesterday when suddenly the monitor went blank, and I heard a SPINNING sound I think where the GPU card is. Now my system cannot detect my GPU. Does this sound like a fried GPU? or a power supply that went bad and ruined it?
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    Ryzen 1700 temp shows 0 C in all programs

    I just completed my build last night with a Ryzen 1700 and ASUS Crosshair mobo. At first the temp was showing fine in Bios and Ryzen Master. At some point during updating the drivers and BIOS the temperature stopped being reported. I now see 0 C in every program that reports the Ryzen CPU...
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    Is it possible to put the EVGA ACX 2.0 cooler from a GTX 970 on a reference GTX 980 TI?

    If anyone knows if this whether or not this is possible, please let me know. I have an EVGA GTX 970 with the ACX 2.0 cooler on it and want to try installing it on a reference GTX 980 TI from Gigabyte. Thanks!
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    CPU Fan 2 and CHA Fan 3 Stuck at Max Speed

    When I use any type of fan utility my CPU Fan 2 and CHA Fan 3 are stuck at max speed. Here are some screenshots: http://prntscr.com/e71at6 http://prntscr.com/e71azo They are creating a lot of noise and nothing I do to slow them down works. EDIT: I have another fan that's connected to CHA Fan...
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    overclocking a good idea

    Is overclocking a good idea on these boards. https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA1N85771177&cm_re=Gigabyte_z270-_-13-128-972-_-Product https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813132935&cm_re=asus_z270_tuf-_-13-132-935-_-Product going to be using a 6600k
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    Intel 6th gen 6700k or 7th gen 7700k

    Hello Every one. I want to upgrade my Intel i5 4570 to intel i7 as currently my cpu bottleneck with my zotac 1070 amp extreme edition so i don't know should i go with 7th gen or stick to the 6th gen i7.
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    New M.2 SSD shows up only sometimes in the boot manu

    Hi everyone, I recently bought the Samsung 960 PRO NVMe M.2 1TB as a replacement for my Samsung 840 EVO 2.5" 1TB. The problem is that when I boot the computer I can only sometimes see the drive in the boot manu. I've managed to clone my old drive to the 960 in one of the times that the drive was...
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    Different RAM kit compatibility

    So currently I have 8gb (2x4gb) of Kingston HyperX white 1600Mhz RAM. I plan to upgrade to 16gb in the near future. So I was browsing on amazon for the same type of ram, which I found. I could buy one 4gb stick for 28$, or a 2x4gb for 73$. If I buy two 4gb sticks individually, or buy the...
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    gtx 1060 variant

    I am going to buy a gtx 1060 since I have got a gtx 750ti and need a good upgrade. so which graphics card is the best variant. http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=5978#kf or https://www.msi.com/Graphics-card/GeForce-GTX-1060-ARMOR-6G-OCV1.html#hero-overview