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  1. Rafael Mestdag

    Weak wi-fi signal: does that mean a slower connection?

    I have a weak wi-fi signal on my pc since the router is a bit too far away. Does that mean I get a slower than normal connection? If so, how do I improve it without buying anything?
  2. R

    2015/16/17 graphics cards compatible with old hardware

    Hello, i live in a country that doesn't really feature much choice when it comes to graphics cards i can get new (and used is dangerous). It is a country that is also mighty impoverished and anything upwards to 150$ is likely to be at least 70% of a paycheck, and just so happens to be the price...
  3. LOLonPC

    Quick question for an upgrade

    I currently have an RX 480 and a Phenom II X4 850 (7 years old). I'm thinking of upgrading to FX 6300. Will I see a big difference in FPS boost? I also thought about getting a 1151 MoBo and an i3 6100, but every 1151 socket MoBo only supports DDR4 RAM and I can't afford DDR4 ram. My budget is...
  4. valp

    Behaviour of BIOS not updated for CPU: G4560 + B150M-C D3

    Hey guys, I bought a G4560 and ASUS B150M-C D3 from a online store and asked if they would update the BIOS so the CPU would work. They said yes, but I'm not sure if they did, because handling and shipping was extremely fast. I just setup the PC and it won't power on. No signal of life (fans...
  5. S

    BSOD Caused by ntoskrnl.exe

    i'm using a DIY PC can't solve what is causing BSOD for 6 mon. plz help this is the link to my dmp file https://1drv.ms/u/s!AlmPnWzQHdPEhC7z3T4jCNzwnKTQ
  6. C

    Front Pannel missing?

    So today I just got a new LGA 1366 motherboard for my Xeon X5650, but for some reason I can't seem to find the front panel connector for the power switch. I originally thought it was the blue pin section, and I tried every configuration, and while the motherboard does light up the pc does not...
  7. ChaosNightcore

    Can't enable XMP

    so i have new ram sticks (DDR3 2133Mhz) and they are running at default speed (1333Mhz) and i don't think my motherboard has an XMP function. i have problems wit htis since i also have memory fallback with OBS. is there any way to enable it myself?
  8. Z

    Old Dell USB Bootloop

    I recently bought a used Dell E6410 (specs at bottom of post) and the seller said all the hardware fully worked, but the hard drive was wiped. Unfazed, when I got the laptop I set out to install windows XP from a 64GB Usb3.0 flash drive I had laying around. I already used it once successfully...
  9. Knobby_Head

    Blower or Open Air GPU in Corsair Air 240?

    So I'm doing a build in the corsair air 240 matx case and I was wondering if I should go a blower or open air gtx 1060?
  10. S

    Should i RMA this HDD?

    Hi all, i have a 4 TB WD HDD that's 226 days old so still in warranty. HDTune Pro shows 2 current pending sectors (aka bad sectors and in health status it shows warrning). Here's what Harddisk sentinel says: The drive found 2 bad sectors during its self test. There are 2 weak sectors found on...
  11. W

    Gaming Streaming Build - First Build

    Its my first pc build was hoping to be able to run AAA games at 60fps plus. CPU: Core i7 7700k ( was going to overclock ) PSU: Corsair RM750x Gold Plus Case: Corsair 460X RGB Mobo: Asus STRIX B250F GPU: GTX 1080 Asus ROG SSD: Samsung 850 EVO 250gb Cooling: Thermaltake Pacific R360 D5 RAM...
  12. CarnivorousCashew

    What CPU Cooler do I need? (PC Specs in Thread)

    This is my first time building a gaming PC (budget is around $700-$750) and I wondered if I needed a CPU cooler. I'm planning on buying this after buying all my PC parts if I have enough money. Here are my PC Specs for my future PC. CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1600 3.2GHz 6-Core Processor ($217.89 @...
  13. E

    Vertical sync on or off?

    Well i'm using those old 60hz monitor so i was wondering should i cap my fps to 60 fps (vertical sync on) or not? If i play game at 100 and even 200+ fps will it "kill" my monitor? Like .... make it lifespan going down? lol
  14. F

    1080 OR 1060 with ASUS VG248QE

    Title sais it all, im currently unsure if i should either get the 1080 or the 1060 with the monitor, can someone help me out?
  15. M

    My GTX 970 is lagging for all latest games

    hello, my system is lagging when i try to play new games even at low setting. pls help me im using gtx 970 n everything is updated Operating System Windows 10 Home 64-bit CPU Intel Core i5 3570K @ 3.40GHz 73 °C Ivy Bridge 22nm Technology RAM 8.00GB Single-Channel DDR3 @ 532MHz (7-7-7-19)...
  16. fourseven

    highest refresh rate

    hello guys. It's been a while since my last post. well... I want to ask something... 1. current biggest refresh rate for a monitor? what brand? and what type? 2. is it possible to achieve bigger FPS exceed my monitor refresh rate? thanks.
  17. M

    Temp files taking too much space

    Hey everyone, I deleted the temp files about 4 days ago and today there was about 14gb of it taking space again. I think I deleted them for the first time in this new pc those 4 days ago, which was like 3 months using without deleting. Is it normal those files to come back like this or is...
  18. L

    Computer is Bogged down and idk why

    AMD FX-8320 Eight Core 32 RAM DDR3 1833 MHZ 390 R9 MSI GPU 8GB 370 MSI Mother Board 2TB Harddrive with 1.8Tb free to use Windows 10 x64 Its laggy and having programs crash without and with blue scren, Advast and malware bytes scans show nothing I've used safe mode and changed around start up...
  19. J

    Looking for a case.

    So as the name suggests I'm looking for a new case since I don't want such a giant full tower, I'm looking for a small case with optimal airflow (4+ fans) that would fit my MSI Krait Gaming 3X ( an ATX SLI mobo ), 212 Evo and GTX 1070. This would be helpful but not required but something that...
  20. C

    New Building Running Horribly

    CPU : i5-6400 GPU : GTX 1060 6g Ram : 16g Corsair 2666 Mobo : ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming So, my son dropped orange juice in my old computer so i replaced everything with what you see above. My old build consisted of an i7-6700, GTX 960 with the same ram and a stock Mobo that came with the computer...
  21. Azcexk

    Do i need a new power supply for this?

    i will be buying new parts for my PC: i7 6700k , Asus Dual GTX1060 , MSI X99A Sli Plus USB 3.1 Motherboard , Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB Desktop Memory Kit. I currently have a XFX 500W powersupply so do i need to upgrade to a 600W or even a 700W?
  22. D

    Strange USB Behavior

    Alright, I've never met a personal computer issue I can't work out, but this one may be it. I've spent a good month working on it to no avail. The issue: USB connectivity drops when using USB 3.0 hub, powered or otherwise. Seems to occur regardless of which port is used, and has some connection...
  23. B

    Can't find my HDD when trying to save/install

    I just recently built a computer using the Windows 10 Home Edition OS. When trying to save things or install games it only gives me the option to save on SSD, When i first booted the computer I had the option to save the OS to the SSD or the HDD so I'm assuming its installed correctly. Now...
  24. D

    how can I change my MAC address through .command prompt

    Can I change it through a software and to surf anonymously can we change our IP address
  25. J

    Ultrawide Monitors Questions

    Hi, I've asked a few questions recently, I really appreciate the help! So I'm currently planning on spending about $1,800 on a gaming PC. I'm leaning towards going 1440 resolution over 1080p. I'm trying to decide if I want to go with an ultrawide monitor (probably 32ish inch) or with two...
  26. J

    Is 450w good enough for GTX 1080?

    I currently have an XFX 450w PSU with an i5-6600 and an overclocked GTX 960. I would like to upgrade to a 1080 but I don't know if this PSU will be enough.
  27. alexblair

    Should I upgrade to the deathadder elite from deathadder chroma

    I have been using the Razer DeathAdder Chroma for around 6 months, and I love it. It is the best mouse I have ever used (because it is my 3rd ever mouse, 2 being $20 Logitech ones). Now I hear that Razer announces the DeathAdder Elite, and the reviews are all positive. My question is: should I...
  28. S

    How to pick a good power supply?

    so im planning to buy a new psu but i dont have a big budget to buy very good psu with these various certifications and i dont even know what most of the mean. i have a budget of $40 and im planning to go visit several shops and buy a new psu by looking at their specs.how can i pick a good...
  29. K

    Computer randomly shuts off, regardless of what I am doing

    Hello all, So I have been having this problem for about a week now and it is quite frustrating. My computer has been randomly shutting off completely without any warning or notice. I say randomly because it could happen after my computer being on for 10-20 minutes or it could not happen at all...
  30. common47

    System Crashing - Windows 10 - Random Restarts

    Asked this in Systems forum a few days ago, no reply. So trying another forum topic. Hi all, I posted awhile back with this issue and then went off to try a few things. My fathers PC is still being a right tool no matter what I do to correct it. He can be using it and the system will randomly...
  31. P

    Mother board and hard disc arent working properly together

    Hey, after 2 weeks of holidays i came to my optiplex 755 desktop computer and it didn't boot up. I did some research and made some observations in bios: Removed floppy disc from the bootup sequence (i dont have floppy reader) and it says onboard sata hard disc (not present). So I went into...
  32. HudsonGTV

    Can a Microsoft Word Document File Run Macro Viruses on iOS 9.3.5?

    Is it possible for a Word document to install viruses on a non-jail broken iPhone and have full access to all files (without those pop-ups asking for permission to photos, etc of course)? Just wondering in case I open a word document from an email.
  33. W

    USB to Ethernet not working, help please!

    My Network Adapter broke so I'm using some USB to Ethernet adapter for my desktop that I picked up for my laptop long ago. When I plug it in it says: Ethernet 2, Unidentified Network Realtek USB FE Family Controller I can't use the internet with it on my desktop but it works perfectly fine...
  34. A

    What to do after installing Windows

    This is my first time building a PC, so I've got a question. Will I just be able to plug in my Ethernet cable after installing Windows 10, or will I need to install a driver from, say, a USB flash drive? Thanks!
  35. D

    Gaming Pc questions #2

    So i've finally decided what i'm going to use for my Gaming pc.Please help me and tell me if everything is compatible and that if i'll be able to play next gen games on atleast Medium settings. The specs are as follows : 1. Cpu : Intel core i5 2400. 2. Gpu : Sapphire r9 270x. 3. Motherboard ...
  36. O

    Is this white beauty build solid?

    Hey guys, I really wanna make a decent overall pc but still have a solid performace for 1080p gaming and in a white colored theme. Pricing is a little bit higher in my country. With my budget, i think i can go with: NZXT S340 White (I already have it) i7 6700k Asus Z170-A Corsair DDR4 Dominator...
  37. A

    Used GTX970M msi laptop 3dmark11 757 BAD?

    Msi GS60 2QE used laptop only/ no original charger and accessories I went and checked the laptop since i had no idea to check if it is working properly or is the parts genuine i used the 3dmark11 test demo software. And i really don't know what the result is "good or bad" hmm? Graphics Score...
  38. J

    Connecting laptop harddrive without a caddy connector

    I had ordered a hard drive for an old Dell Inspiron 1721 I found laying around, but when I went to connect it I realized there was no way it was going to fit into the port. The connectors on the harddrive do not stick out enough to be able to fit into the port.
  39. T

    Computer won't connect to monitor via any cable

    Computer runs well. Fans spinning lights up... But no matter what cable I use I can't get my computer to connect to my monitor... Yes I did push in the graphics card... I think it's my motherboard because the connection there won't connect to the monitor either... I'm not sure how to check the...
  40. M

    Apple Microphone Skype Setup.

    hi i cant make my apple headphone smicrophone connect with skype. Something tells me its not skype itself but I think its My realtek Hd audio. When i plug my headphones in it asks whether or not its headphones or microphones. Headphones leads to audio but no mic. Mic no audio. I dont know what...