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i have a dell edge 860 with Pent D 3.0 it runnig very slow with PFsence, need to upgrade to a faster CPU. what CPU will work? thinking of i5 or i7? Richard

Hey, so I decided that it was time to step it up in terms of hardware seeing as some of the games nowadays aren't running as much as i would prefer them to. Current Setup: (Mind you, it is very bad (Be nice)) PSU: KingWin 650w Mobo: Generic Dell Case: Haf 912 CPU: i5-650 GPU: GTX 460 v2 OCed...

I was wondering which would be better i found the i7 for 30 dollars more so is this worth it; I am using this computer for mainly gaming purposes.

i installed speedfan to check whether my cpu readings are good it showed this http://s13.postimage.org/bhsb3nhwn/temps.jpg i want to know whether this temp is normal if not what i have to do .i just touched the chipset heatsink it was hot like a hell and i could fell large amount of heat near...

I have a few companies but I just wanna know if anybody know other good PSU companies So far I have - Corsair SeaSonic XFX anybody else I should know about?

As the Topic already Said, I need a good Cabinet. :hello: My specs that will fit in are: i5 3470 GTX 660 600w PSU Micro ATX Mobo Website preferred : http://www.flipkart.com/computers/computer-components/cabinets/pr?sid=6bo%2Cg0i%2C1fz&ref=9ffb9613-730a-4f5d-a42b-007db61fd49c I want it to be...

I'm getting a prebuilt computer because I HAVE to. My mom can't buy stuff online (somethings to do with her credit, idk) so I'm going to Best Buy today to look for a decent computer, and I'm looking at their website and it's absolute ***. Over-powered CPUs bottle-necked by $50 GPUs.. Anyway...

Hey I guys, I need your help choosing a case for my rig. I'm on a budget so around $70, Right now I'm leaning towards the sharkoon t9 value green because it is cheap and has.good.cable management and has 2 USB 3.0 slots and I need them. Any other suggestions would be great but please...

Hello, Recently bought RAM and Graphics card for my Inspiron 560, need to upgrade the PSU to be able to use the Graphics better. current spec is: 10Gb DDR3 £AM 750Gb Caviar Black HDD (about to add an additional Terabyte) CPU is dual core at 3GHz 64-Bit OS AMD Radeon HD 6500 series graphics My...

I bought the MSI 970A-G46 board and I am with the following problem: It turns off in 3 seconds when you're with the FX line of processors. Have you tested it with the FX 8120 and the FX 6100. In both cases, the same thing happens. The proplema is that when I put my old processor (Athlon II X4...

I was in the process of installing my 212 EVO, I noticed a very annoying note on the instructions http://www.coolermaster-usa.com/upload/download/279/files/Hyper%20212%20EVO_English%20_Manual-0716.pdf "Don't peel off the insulating tape. The insulating tape must face the motherboard" Ok.... On...

Archived from groups: rec.games.pinball (More info?) Hi folks, I'm ready to install my shiny new clear ramp, and I have a question. How do I reach the flashers and support screws at the very top of the playfield? can't get them by raising it. Do you somehow have to remove the playfield...

which is better in gaming?any benchmarks pls

Hey guys, firstly sorry if this is the wrong spot to post. So my question is, Is it bad for me to turn my computer on and off alot during th day? I shut down from the start menu. I have to do this because my monitor wont wake all the time if i have it in sleep. If so how could i fix that so my...

I'm getting a laptop but I wanted to put my Sims 3 games on it and run smoothly without it freezing. Will an 'Intel® Core™ I3-2328M processor (2.2 GHz, 3 MB cache)' be good enough for it?

Differences between Dual Core, Core 2 Duo

Hello guys, I need some help. Well, I used to put a YMAHA RX-V671(with 5.1 speakers) in my living room, and a small stereo AMP for my computer(with a xonar ST, without H6) in my bedroom. Now, here is the thing: my new roommate got a better receiver and better 7.1 sound system, thus my speakers...

Greetings! My question is. I'd like to update my CPU as I currently have an I3 dual core. My computer specs are. Mobo - Gigabyte GA-B75M-D3h |CPU socket LGA 1155| |CPU support 2nd and 3rd generation Intel core Processor GPU - Gigabyte Nvidia GTX 670 windforce x3 I got told by someone that as...

So yeah, I'm building a new PC. I will be using my old GPU the Nvidia 9600gt for about some time before I get something new. My new build be: Core i5 2320(I know Ivy is better and the 2320 is EOL but that's all I've got here) 4GB DDR3 RAM Nvidia 9600gt 512MB (***) My question is will my PSU be...

Hello, I am looking to upgrade my computer to an Intel Core i7 and I am just wondering if my motherboard can handle it? My computer is an Acer Aspire M3910 with an upgraded Graphics Card. Here is all my specs: http://valid.canardpc.com/show_oc.php?id=2611115

Hi. I'm getting some new components: Cpu: Amd Fx 6300 Motherboard: Asus M5A97 R2.0 Video: Asus HD 7770 Ghz Edition Ram: Corsair 8gb or 2x4gb ram. I'm also running an old seagate sata 2 hdd, an lg dvd-writer and a tv tunner. I want to also upgrade my current psu because it's like 6 years old...

Is this a good build for a casual gamer? http://amzn.com/w/QQ9W0U9VWITB Any advice or input we be much appreciated :)

hi i can figure which case to choose cooler master elite 335 or cougar volant 67m5

Im looking for a gaming keyboard that is good for fps, is mechanical, and doesnt break the bank. I also like a nice backlight if possible on the KB. Razer's blackwidow ultimate 2013 is a bit pricey for me so right now im looking at corsair's k60 and k90.

Current Rig Cpu: Phenom x4 965 Gpu: Msi TwinFrz III 570Gtx Moba: MSI 790FX-GD-70 HDD: 2TB Seagate 7200rpm Corsair 750w Power Supply Ram: 4GB Kingsgate 1333mh Monitor : LG W2361v i Have around 800euro for the upgrade. I'm from greece.If you can find me good upgrades,for gaming(bf3,wow and most...

So for Christmas I'll be getting £125 from my parents to buy a new CPU. At the moment im struggling to choose. What i want from my CPU is..... -To be £125 or lower :L - 4 cores or more -be able to overclock to 4ghz on arctic cooler freezer pro 7 - have under 95w consumption Ive been looking...

I dont know why my thread got closed but anyway I am starting a new one . Okay so I have a budget of 530 $ to buy a good gaming pc. I wanna play latest and upcoming games on medium or why not high settings and the FPS to stay 40+ . I dont need a monitor cause I already have one . I need a list...

Hello, I have two PSU's: a 500w and a 450w power supply both from 2Hix. The first is a newer model, a Jet 500W with dual rails of 16 (12v1) and 17 amps (12v2). The other is an older model, rated at 450w with a single 18 amp rail. First: Isn't the 500w rated therfore at 33 amps? (16+17) I've...

Hello Everyone I have a relatively simple question concerning my computer. It's an old gaming rig (roughly 3 years old) that I have been upgrading as time passes. This month I recently changed the OS, RAM, and video card to play Planet side 2. In beta I had decent FPS in low population (45...

Hey all, I just purchased a CybertronPC 5150 Escape Gaming PC, but the thing came with a dinky 400w power supply. Looking to upgrade to 750w, but I've been so out of the loop that I'm worried I'll make a wrong purchase and fry my new system. Here's the specs of my system: Processor: AMD FX...

Hello, my cpu runs at 44-50 degrees c when im just doing random stuff on my computer, but when i start playing games off steam the cpu temperature jumps up to 90-94 degrees. When i play the game bioshock 2 it gets all choppy like the res is off but I'm almost positive that it is not. What do i...

Lots of newer cases locate the power supply below the motherboard instead of above it. Which is better for cooling? I was always of the idea that having the PSU above the mobo was a good idea because the heat generated by the PSU wouldn't rise and add to the heat being generated by the CPU and...

My 680 top doesn't fit into my current case so I am looking to purchase either the 820 or 810 case. The 820 is around $50.00 more and am wondering if it is worth spending the extra money. Thanks for the help.

I'm on a Gigabyte GA-Z77-D3H motherboard, which uses 7.1 channel surround and it sounds pretty good. Do I really need a sound card if I wanna grab some awesome Sennheiser gaming headset? or will it still sound great? If not I guess im sticking to usb..

Hello, I'm fairly new to upgrading parts in my PC to further the experience of First Person Shooters. I was told my a friend that all I would need to do it upgrade my Graphics Card, and a Power Supply. I am looking to not play the games on Ultra settings but just not have the apparent lag while...

Archived from groups: alt.games.tombraider (More info?) Since we just finished discussing the Tomb Raider manuals, searching for Winston's name, Who knows what two things changed in the manual, when they changed, and what the cryptic one stands for?? Inu-Yasha Feh!! (more...

Hi Guys, i got a new cooler master 431 Plus cabinet, it was top two 120 mm fan support.. so i though to install an add on case fan.... so opened up the old laptop cool pad (Cooler Master) and took the 120 mm fan which fits properly.. my query is about the connection as it (case fan) has two...

First ever Pc Build (help Needed Hi there , well as the title says this is my first Build!! ;D my specs when all orderd will be as follows ACER 22" INCH WIDESCREEN LCD 1920 X 1080p FULL HD DVI COMPUTER MONITOR PC SCREEN GA-970A-D3 - Gigabyte GA-970A-D3 - 1.0 - motherboard - ATX - Socket AM3+...

Hi all, I am building my first gaming pc around Christmas and I was originally set on the i5 3570k and the ASrock extreme4 z77 mobo. However I have recently seen the AMD FX 8350 for around £20 cheaper and as I am on a budget this option appealed to me. I am also going to be using the pc for...

Hey! This is my first post, so any practical orientation/information would be appreciated ;) - Well, I've been geeking PC components for half a year, planning my first custom gaming rig. This question is about the PSU: Does it harm anything to have too many watts? My plans so far is just a...