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    Please help me decide whether to upgrade or buy new

    I've realized that my computer has become a bit outdated. I currently am running Intel Core 2 Quad Q8800, Radeon HD4850 gpu, 8gb RAM a 600w power supply and Vista 64 bit. The model number of the computer is Gateway LX 6810-01. It's served me quite well since 2008 but it will now barely handle...
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    How much will this case sell for?

    Ok so i have this gateway case from an old computer and I want to sell it with some of the parts how much will this sell for http:// that is the link to a computer with the same case and it is not my computer just the case, thanks Also the desktop is called gateway sx2803-e25e
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    Boot loop - 4x8gb Kingston HyperX Beast and I5 5675c on a Asus Z97M-PLUS

    Hi all. I exchanged my CPU for a I5 5675C and my motherboard for the Asus Z97M-PLUS, using two 2x8GB DDR3 1600mhz Kingston HyperX Beast (2x KHX16C9T3K2/16x identical kits) that I was using previously with a Pentium G3220 that was serving as a backup since my older I5 fried. The system works...
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    Upgrading my PC graphics card

    OK so I am currently using a AMD Radeon 6670 GPU with AMD FX 4170 Quad core 8GB RAM Windows 7. Now 1st issue is my PC keeps randomly Blue screening whether its running a game or just browsing the internet 2nd when i go to update my GPU drivers in the AMD radeon crimson app I click update it...
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    External hard disk able to open in tv but laptop

    I have 500GB Toshiba external hard disk, previously it works perfectly. Recently I cannot open it in my laptop, it only shows Drive G. It didnt show how many GB has been used out of 500GB. However I can read my file in my TV. I can listen the hard disk is spinning. It shows blue light when I...
  6. gumbob3

    Ironside Iron Workstation VS Custom Build Workstation

    I was curious, so I built a copy of the Ironside Iron Workstation that they are selling for $4,149.00 Here is what they are selling: http://ironsidecomputers.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=28223_28241&products_id=327 Here is my copy: PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by...
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    Upgrading my PC with a 450gbp (650 USD) Budget, I need advice

    Hi, here are my current specs: Motherboard: ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 (amd chipset) GPU: AMD Radeon HD 7700 Series 1GB CPU: AMD FX-6300 RAM: 8GB 2000MHz (2x4 Obscure manufacturer) {UPGRADING WITH} GPU: MSI AMD R9 380 4GB CPU: A corsair liquid cooling unit...
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    Aerocool VX-550 Good enough for 970

    Is the VX550 by Aerocool good enough to run a asus strix 970?
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    Horizontal lines distortion

    Hi I have asus vx 238h monitor and i have problem with the display of horizontal lines while in motion (moving scroling) the lines looks disorted or dashed This image show the problem in the top edge of the tab Sry for bad quality cause screenshot wont show the problem [/img] Direct link...
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    Tf2 crashes frequently

    Hello guys So, I'm using i7-4790k, for some reason I'm able to get better performance by increasing BCLK. and I overclocked by increasing my BCLK to 114.3 and lowered the CPU multiplier to 35. (4.0 GHz) The memory frequency is still default x16 but I have an increased mem voltage (1.66v)...
  11. RejectedPotato

    Can't OC FX-8350

    I cant' OC my FX-8350 CPU even by 8%. I end up getting BSOD. Adjusting the voltage does seem to help but even the smallest overclock will inevitably give me a BSOD. During Prime95, temps are noticeably higher however still well under the suggested limit. I'm using a 212 EVO aftermarket cooler...
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    Computer Buzzing During Gameplay, Possible Graphics Card or Power

    I apologise if this is not the right section for this (System and this have similar questions). See List: https://au.pcpartpicker.com/user/sammacgregor/saved/#view=g8TxFT I've noticed that when I'm playing games e.g. Witcher 3, Mirror's Edge - there is a noticeable buzzing noise coming from my...
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    Reset Microsoft Edge

    Hello, I am getting popups on my Microsoft edge and its not opening websites properly and i would like to know how to reset edge browser , i know how to reset Internet explorer. but not aware about Edge.
  14. Varzoh

    Simple: Best Budget Graphics Card? 150$ is my budget nothing higher lower is fine amd or gtx but I have a amd song

    Pc Specs: Motherboard: 970a-ds3p Gigabyte Ram: 8 gb Corsair Power Supply: 500 Watt EVGA Graphics Card: r7 240 Processor: FX 6300
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    Will this MOBO fit the amd 8350/8320

    Hello Forum! Just wondering a very simple question, will this motherboard be able to fit/run the amd 8350 or the amd 8320 either is fine motherboard: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128504
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    Will 144hz make 60fps unplayable

    Hey guys, I like the look of the new Gsync 144 hz monitors and I think it would really be good as I play a lot of fps like CS:GO. I just want to know that if I get used to a 144 hz monitor will playing in 60 fps feel bad? As an example, a new game such as a new Battlefield or any other game...
  17. darybrain

    Replacing a Netgear DG834PN modem.router combo - advice

    Hey gang, My current DG834PN modem/router which I've been using for years seems to be dying as it is dropping wireless devices on a daily basis at random times/events with the only solution being to reboot the router. It also no longer detects my TV and Sky box. I have 1 wired desktop PC...
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    Kingston HyperX Cloud II or Steelseries siberia V3 PRISM?

    Kingston HyperX Cloud II or Steelseries siberia elite?
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    Is upgrading to windows10 necessary

    Hello. I am going to build my new pc soon and I am planing to buy windows 8.1 for it. My question is will I be able to upgrade it to windows 10 and will the current games (like battlefield 4, farcry 4, arma 3 and such games) run on windows 10?
  20. ilovebatman

    I have some problem with my Xbox 360 Controller

    its been 2 months since i bought this xbox 360 wired controller for PC gaming purpose. Now it is not even connecting ....even if it connect it will last for few seconds and my computer got restarted after it...it show a blue screen ..idk whats happening?
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    I was wondering.

    I was wondering if the H110 would fit in the NZXT Phantom 820 without any modding whatsoever. I'm asking because I want a definitive answer before I shell out $350 for them both. (Idk if this thread goes in the category but i couldn't find cooling)
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    xbox one controller V Xbox 360 controller for PC?

    I typically use key and mouse for most all of my gaming. I am pretty new to PC gaming so I don't have that much exp. under my belt but there are a few games that I think I would like a lot better with an xbox controller i.e. any racing game, Dark Souls 2 are the first ones that come to mind...
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    Can a PSU or SSD affect CPU temperatures?

    Hey, As irrational as it seems to me it somehow prove to be true. I'm using an Intel i7 4790k and when I was using an AX860i and a WD Black it peaked at around 76°C when I was gaming. Now my AX860i has broken down on me and will be RMA'ed shortly. I have temporarily installed a CX750M and...
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    GPU question about texture, and upgrade suggestion

    Hi community, I have an old GTX 480, which has been serving me well for the past years. It can still max out many games including the latest dragon age. For the GPU question, which feature should I be look at for greater texture? I've googled cores, shaders, and such but AMD and nVidia seems to...
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    Problem: GTX 770, one green and one red light? Fix?

    I posted this in another thread too, but mistakenly clicked a comment that didn't help much as a solution (Mistake on my part). So, as I still have the problem I'm re-posting this. I'm new to PC building (this being my first build). I am currently running a GTX 770 with a CS550M Corsair PSU...
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    Gaming pc help

    I am wanting to do a 3 monitor setup for my pc. I want to only game on 1 monitor and have the others for anything. I want a build that could suffice that. My budget is 1500$. I do not need Os Monitor Keyboard or anything Thanks
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    New AMD Computer Build Not Displaying Video

    Hello everyone. I have run into an issue with a computer I just built, where the display is not giving any response when trying to boot. The monitor (tested and working) just displays "No Video Input." Here is the build: New Parts List The power supply I am using is an old one from a...
  28. Notrix

    Ubisoft... Hope this teach you a lesson

    Yes! Right i am talking about unity! They were wrong about there system requirements. We need even more to run this game on even 50+ fps This game ha been declared as the "worst Assassins Creed game ever" I am highly surprised! Have'nt they got there game tested? Did'nt they run the game...
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    mafia 2 the game isnt launching

    mafia 2 a logo appears,laptop screen turns black and is redirected to desktop...i instaled every thing but nothing happened...my laptop is hp with 3gb ram,i3 processor with 32 bit
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    I7 4790k high temp

    I recently built a rig with an i7 4790K cooled by a cooler master hyper 212 evo. It idles at around 30-33c but whenci ran intel burn test i peaked out at around 100c. I know that these chips seem to do that a lot. While gaming the hottest temp i got was 71c and it was after going into a heavily...
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    Computer Won't Stay On

    I just built my friend a gaming pc and it turns on for about 20 seconds then it shuts off. I think it's the power supply. The specs are as follows: fx-8350, asus M5A99X Evo R2.0, GSkill Sniper 2x4gb DDR3-1600, MSI GeForce GTX 750ti Twin Frozr 2gb Oc, Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm 1tb, Thermaltake...
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    Do I need a 120hz monitor?

    I've pretty much finished researching all the parts for my first PC build, (thanks to pcpartpicker.com), but I'm stuck on the monitor. I understand you want a pretty good refresh rate to keep up with your graphics card, but I am only going to be using an Asus GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB) card. If I'll...
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    Upgrade to Charter Spectrum Results in Slower Wired Speeds?

    Hello All, I'm about to jump off the ledge with this issue. I hope an expert can help. It all started when I got a postcard in the mail from Charter. They are upping their speeds from 30Mbps to 100Mbps. Awesome! Wrong! After receiving my new upgraded modem in the mail I followed the procedures...
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    to hyperthread or not hyperthread? that is the question

    I have been told recently on another forum that nehalem cpus ended up being hindered by hyperthreading on videogame performance. i currently have an intel x3450 that has done well, and unfortunately i am going to have to put a hold on piecing together an upgrade. currently just have the...
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    Audio problems on pc

    Hi, I currently have a sound blaster audigy fx, and I am trying to use surround sound. The issue is it only plays left and right. Center, etc. will not play any sound. And then the other issue is with skype. Skype will work fine for the first 3 seconds and then the audio will go into a deep...
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    windows 7 wont boot getting BSOD

    My windows 7 desktop wont boot no mater what I do. I have tried the Repair / Recovery Disc and the Installation disk but cannot get to the recovery / repair screen. I've set the Bios to boot from the dvd drive. When I use the recovery disc it gets to "loading files" then I get the BSOD which...
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    Supermicro Workstation Audio Not Working

    I recently purchased a Supermicro SuperWorkstation 7047A-73, and am having problems getting the audio to work. I installed Windows 7 Pro, and the Motherboard has built in Realtek ALC889 audio. I did install the latest drivers that Supermicro has for the ALC889. I have one green plug that runs...
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    Homebuilt gaming PC

    Hi Guys, I am planning to build a dedicated gaming PC with a budget of around £500 - £700. I have been researching for ages and am about ready to purchase the components but wanted some more feedback first. My setup includes: CPU: AMD FX-8320 GPU: Asus GTX 770 RAM: 8GB,1866MHz Motherboard...
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    Switching my 65 watt AMD processor out for a 95 watt processor

    Right now I have a AMD A8 6500 APU I want to replace with a 95 watt AMD APU (AMD A10-7850K) I brought my computer from a manufacturer and i know little about the power supply, It said DC output 350w? is this possible for me or would i cook something?
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    7970 8 Pin Power supply

    Hello, I was looking to buy the 7970 and I know it has one 6 pin and one 8 pin requirements. My question was if I am able to use a 2x 4 pin to 8 pin converter for the 8 pin? My PSU has 2 6 pin and is 700 W and is as follows: http://imgur.com/fB6yqi5 Thanks in advance Edit: From reading around...