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Forum discussion tagged with Plextor.
  1. Dk1148

    Question SSD not detected after power outage

    OS: Windows 7 MB: Gigabyte Z77MX-D3H-TH I have an old Plextor SSD PX-128m5s in my PC as secondary and a sudden power outage made it unable to be detected in the BIOS, I already tried changing the SATA/Power cables and no luck. However I borrowed a friend's SATA USB 3.0 enclosure -> attached...
  2. K

    [SOLVED] Bottlenecking with ryzen 3 2200g and RX 570?

    Hey everyone. I have a newly built system, and I’ve been having some issues with it. I have a ryzen 3 2200g and a RX 570 8gb (full list here https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Pjssr6). Whenever I’m running intensive games such as fortnite at max settings, or FH4 at high-ultra settings I get a good...
  3. N

    Newegg combo deal

    So, I'm just gonna bite the bullet and get the i7 9700k, I found this deal on newegg, is this motherboard decent ? https://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.3883911&Description=9700k
  4. Timberflake

    [SOLVED] Corsair H801 V2 - CPU Fan speed 0RPM

    Hi guys, I'm about at my wits end and need some help! I've just upgraded my computer to a Ryzen 2600x on a MSI X470 Gaming Plus motherboard. I wasn't happy with the temps I was getting so decided to install a Corsair H80i v2 cooler and as soon as I've booted it up temps have gone through the...
  5. K

    [SOLVED] i5 - 8400 What GPU for 1080p 144hz gaming

    So, I've been thinking of changing my GPU before Battlefield V hits as it is my primary focus on PC, wanted to buy RTX 2080 but found out that the i5-8400 is hardly bottlenecking it, since it's super expensive I want to spend my money smart. I got MSI 24MAC24C monitor 144hz freesinc 1080p...
  6. W

    Overclocking with the asus H81

    Hey I have a i5-4570, and an asus h81-plus motherboard, i'm trying to overclock the cpu from 3.2 ghz to 3.4 ghz, and if i manage to OC it, will it still last for some time or not? thanks.
  7. J

    Would like ratings on my PC! (Under $800)

    Hello, I am wanting to build my own PC, I have found some hardware that I think would be good and would like some opinions/ratings on the overall build. If you chose to rate it, please do so out of 10 and feel free to explain why you give it that rating! If you think anything is incompatible...
  8. C

    SLI and Graphics Cards work on different motherboard, but not mine

    I recently bought a GeForce GTX 1080 G1 Gaming 8G Graphics card and an MSI Bridge to connect to my AORUS GeForce GTX 1080 Xtreme Edition 8G Graphics card via SLI. I connected it properly and reinstalled all the drivers on my PC, however the 'Configure SLI' option in my Nvidia control panel...
  9. R

    Device manager Errors

    In device manager there are a whole lot of PCI - devices and such that are under other devices when i try and update them nothing happends.
  10. F

    Your opinion about my new rig?

    HEY GUYS. I WANTED TO KNOW YOUR OPINION ABOUT MY NEW RIG CPU Intel® Core™ i5-8400 Processor CPU COOLER CRYORIG H7 MOTHERBOARD ASUS ROG MAXIMUS X HERO MEMORY G.SKILL AEGIS Series 8GB DDR4 2800mhz GPU MSI GTX1060 6GT OCV2 6GB DDR5 PSU XIGMATEK SHOGUN 600W CASE IN-WIN 707 SSD WESTERN...
  11. D

    what is being implemented with software

    Hi; I'm wondering to what extent AMD is using software companies to better utilize their processor prowess, particularly software that uses more cores, and is it unprecedented how much AMD is working with other companies to improve their scalability? I heard that AMD is working with Microsoft...
  12. B

    question about portable DVD ROM for PC

    Hello In fact, my PC already has a built-in internal DVD drive but it has been used for many years and many time it generates loud noise, a little bit like clicking noise, but it works. I'd like to know, if it could make any scratch or hit on the surface of the DVD disc? Somebody say a DVD...
  13. C

    How to find network security key for061543

    What's the security code for hp061543
  14. D

    Considering upgrading from my amd 8350k to Ryzen 7 2700x how is this build?

    Hello! I'm currently considering upgrading to the Ryzen 7 2700x however I have to purchase a new motherboard and ram, im considering just buying a new psu too and case, but i want to do this the most efficient way so i'm asking for help, here's my current build with a different case, im just...
  15. X

    Is a VS550 enough for a GTX 770?

    Recently I've been having issues with my PC where it would randomly restart for no reason. There's no blue screen or warning, it just reboots. I'm currently using a VS550 for a GTX 770 despite the NVIDIA website recommending a 600W power supply, and this worked fine for about a year or so. Could...
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    Lenovo ideapad Laptops

    Whitch ideapad is better. Ideapad 320 15-ABR 80XS005ACY or ideapad 320 17-IKB 80XM0084CY For it price and specificly the graphic card
  17. dalethezombie

    How to disable Shadow Play for specific apps?

    So Shadow Play like to run on the "Mail for Windows 10" app and it keeps distorting some icons and buttons in the application. Does anyone know how to keep SP from running in certain apps? It's getting really annoying. Thanks
  18. T

    looking for a cpu for a old motherboard

    hi i have a motherboard named gigabyte ga-945gcmx-s2,i would like to upgrade my cpu from intel core 2 duo e4300 to intel core 2 quad e6600,will the quad e6600 work on this motherboard? here are the spec for this pc.intel core 2 duo e4300, 3gb ram, sapphire r7 240, 450w power supply,windows xp...
  19. T

    GIGABYTE z370 UEFI NO USB BOOT OPTION

    Hello! I have a new pc with gigabyte z370 hd3 motherboard (bios version F4). I can't choose usb to install windows 10. I don't have option with USB in "Boot Option". Only SDD and HDD. Have tried all of usb ports (3.0 and 2.0) but still no option. How can I solve this? Also hard to navigate in...
  20. J

    Fixing Wi-Fi hotspot

    Please my desktop computer cannot detect any Wi-Fi hot-spot what do I do to resolve it
  21. E

    Need Recomendations Fast!

    What are the best GPUs for M5A78L-M PLUS/USB3? I'm maybe thinking about a GTX 1050.
  22. J

    What kind of motherboards only use a 4 pin CPU power cable?

    I have a PSU with only a 4 pin CPU power cable, what kind of motherboard amd cpu combo can i use to build a budget gaming PC? I'd prefer older platforms so i can save on DDR3 RAM but would like to overclock.
  23. shevell

    SSD Recovery - Seen in BIOS and Explorer but not accessible

    I work on an IT helpdesk (despite not ahving that much of an in-depth IT knowledge) and was given an SSD from a user's personal laptop to fix. The drive holds the OS and some important documents so he wanted it recovering, and I had an as-yet unused copy of Recuva on my home PC so I offered my...
  24. I

    Intel I5 4570

    Hello world, I need your help and suggestions becaus I want to upgrade from my I5 - 4570 to an I7 - 8700, and I do not know if it's worth the upgrade, I am working as a photographer and videographer, and many times I am rendering videos 1080p and 4k, and I would like to cut that time in half...
  25. R

    should i upgrade my cpu or gpu first

    So at the end of last year i built a pc and much to my demise intel launched their new pentium line up just 3 weeks after so i was left with a g4400 and a gtx 570, with a 1024x1280 75hz monitor i had kicking around and this build has let me play fallout 4 on high and most games on high but i...
  26. M

    Hooking up an equalizer to an amp

    Hi I want to play music from my laptop through an equalizer that connects to an amp, and I'm not sure how to connect them. The equalizer is an American Audio XEQ-152 dual channel and the amplifier is Technics SU-VX500. My problem is that I'm not really sure how to connect the laptop's 3.5 jack...
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    I need some monitor help

    I have recently upgraded to an ASUS ROG STRIX Z270E motherboard but my monitor only has a vga port, is there any way to use this monitor via an adapter?
  28. A

    Does a i5-2310 bottleneck a gtx 1070?

    So i just bought the ASUS STRIX model of the gtx 1070 and i started my gaming everything was perfect except a few games didnt run very perfect on 1080p especially watch dogs 2 So i was wondering does my processor i5-2310 bottleneck the card Should i look for something like an i7 2600k or...
  29. R

    I need a PSU for under $120

    My specs are : ASUS Q87M-E Intel i5-4690k MSI R7950 Boost 810/1250 4 x 4GB DDR3 1600 7200rpm 500gb wd black No optical drive I believe I need a 750 from this calculation Newegg made https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6Q9T2RPzWKyaDhWNWlNdVYtUkk/view?usp=drivesdk
  30. P

    My keyboard won't connect to my pc but mouse does. Monitor enters rest mode.

    I just build a new pc and my keyboard won't connect but my mouse will. So mouse 1 connects but my other mouse, mouse 2 has the same problem as my keyboard, 8it just won't connect. And for that reason I can't keep my monitor on to set up windows. Any tips or reasons this isnt working?
  31. B

    Max OC on 4790K

    Hello I am trying to get some info on what is the max we can OC a 4790K on AIO cooler like H80iV2 or H100i? currently I am running my 4790k at 4.7 at 1.248V on air cooler. Idle is at 38 deg C range and Max load got to 70 during Cinabench test. i will be installing a H80i V2 today, and wanted to...
  32. A

    Is it worth it?

    Hey guys looking to buy a new laptop and came across Hp Omen 15 Will I be able to play games on 1080p?
  33. K

    New Build won't boot after mobo drivers installed. Don't know what to do next?

    I ordered an ASUS A88XM-A motherboard from NewEgg. With it I ordered an AMD A8-7600 Kaveri Quad-Core, a Samsung 850 Pro 256GB SSD, 8GB DDR3, Windows10 Pro OEM, and a new 500W powersupply. The motherboard, cpu, memory was a NewEgg combo. I already had a case, a DVD drive, and a 4TB data drive...
  34. M

    Multiple Monitor/Card question about VR

    I'm planning on getting the rift for Christmas but I have an unusual setup I need to make it work with. I currently use my computer for stock trading... I have six monitors and I'm running SLI with two GTX 660's. So obviously I know I have to upgrade my card. My problem is if I were to...
  35. G

    Device for "printing" (jpg, pdf) from a parallel port to a network location?

    We have an old diagnostic device that prints to an attached printer using a parallel port. After printing, we have to scan the printouts because we ultimately just need a digital file. We're trying to cut out the time-consuming steps of printing then scanning by attaching some sort of device...
  36. D

    Help to troubleshoot Frequent Freeze

    Specs: Cpu: AMD Phenom II X4 955 MotherBoard: MSI Global 870A-G54 Graphics Card: Radeon 6950 HDD: WD 1TB Black Ram: Corsair Vengeance 8GB ( checked with Cpu-z dram frequency 666 Mhz at 1.5v ) (DDRAM speed is 1600 but mobo/cpu support up to 1333 Mhz) Power Supply: Silverstone 500w OS : Windows 10...
  37. B

    does my motherboard support all current i7's

    i was wondering if my gygabyte GA-X79-UP4 would support all the current i7's i have a i7 4820k right now and i'm not very good with knowing the compatibly of motherboard stuff so im just going to ask people that know.
  38. P

    smart failure predicted on hard disk 0 dell laptop

    dear sir i start my computer its showing " smart failure predicted on hard disk 0:ST9320325AS-(S1)" what does it mean? and how can I fix it?
  39. T

    Best cpu cooler for i7-6700k?

    For sure I will be overclocking it I found this one in a local store next to my house: http://www.thermaltake.com/products-model.aspx?id=C_00001822 I also considered buying a water cooler what about this one: http://www.thermaltakeusa.com/products-model.aspx?id=C_00002457 Any help is...
  40. M

    RX 480 4GB not anywhere? I need a link!

    Hello all! I was originally going to buy the GTX 950, but ever since the launch of the RX480, I've wanted to get that, and on videos I've seen in the past, people talk about a 4gb edition for $200 (Which is exactly what I want!) However, I can only find 8gb editions available for closer to $300...