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    Not sure what to upgrade.

    Got a pretty decent computer but I am looking to upgrade it. I'm just unsure of what to upgrade, like whether to get another graphics cards, more RAM, better processor etc. I've currently got: - GeForce GTX 760 - Intel i5-4670 - 12Gb RAM Any help would be appreciated, cheers.
  2. J

    What is the best format type for my Silicon Power 128 GB USB 3.0 flash drive?

    I use it to store the following: FLAC and mp3 (music), PDF and cbr/cbz (documents), mp4 and mkv (video), and jpg, png and bmp (image) files. I sometimes connect it to my Android tablet and stream the music and video files directly (not by copying first). It's currently formatted as FAT32, but...
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    AM3+ Asus r2.0 Sabertooth or go Intel???

    Hi there, I have a Phenom x4 II 965 BE (140W) with an Asrock A770de,which isn't a very good mobo,but I have bought it(because it was cheap) along with my CPU since 2010. And now is a bit misfunctioning(after I put some more thermal paste on the cpu and some was slipped to the mobo chip :D ) and...
  4. G

    FK1 or FK2 on my hand size?

    I decided to go with the Zowie FK1 Gaming mouse. But I don't want to order it and realize its too big or small for my hands. I play a claw grip with the bottom of my palm on the mouse for a good grip. My hands measure about 18.5cm from the tip of my middle finger to the first crease of my wrist
  5. G

    I5-4690K @ 4.6ghz vs i7-4790 for basic HD video rendering

    I am going to be configuring a PC with either an i5-4690K @ 4.6ghz with article mx-4 thermal compound with a cooler master hyper 212 EVO or an i7-4790 with the standard cooler I will use the PC for basic hd video rendering in Vegas and I want to know which one will give faster render times, I...
  6. B

    Budget Keyboard recommendations?

    Hi, so I'm looking to buy a new keyboard preferably not more than $100. I'd like a keyboard which is comfortable to type with (chatting and coding/programming). I also game a bit though I wouldn't call myself a hardcore gamer (LoL very frequently. Shadow of Mordor, Devil May Cry, Tomb Raider...
  7. T

    [SOLVED] Can you download or buy on eBay a flash drive with Mac OSX yosemite

    Just curious since I don't have or know any one with Mac OS yosemite
  8. cangelini

    GeForce GTX Titan X Review: Can One GPU Handle 4K?

    Up until now, smooth gameplay at 4K resolutions required multiple high-end GPUs. But Nvidia's GeForce GTX Titan X purports to be the first card capable of driving 3840x2160 at demanding detail settings all on its own. GeForce GTX Titan X Review: Can One GPU Handle 4K? : Read more
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    All browsers are slow on i7 with Win 8.1

    Windows 8.1 64 bit Professional Gigabyte GA-Z97X-UD3H Motherboard i7 -4790 3.6GHz processor nVidia GTX 770 graphics card 16GB corsair RAM, DDR3 232 GB SAMSUNG SSD 1TB Secondary hard drive This is my system. I have cable internet D/L 33MBs. All has been good until recently. Any browser I use...
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    How does MB OC work at all?

    Does it do any good? I don't really understand the concept. I get GPU and CPU OC, but how does that really make sense in terms of a MB? I've got a ASUS Z97-P LGA 1150 Intel Z97 HDMI SATA 6 Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX. Would an OC improve anything at all?
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    [Monitor] New Monitor Displayport Questions

    Okay, so I finally cracked and have decided to spoil myself to a monitor that is able to run at 144hz. Found two great deals one that is pretty dang cheap, and one that is a little more expensive but also has a displayport connection. The graphics card I'm currently running has two MINI...
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    can different rams be used together??

    i am planning to add more ram to my computer so if two rams have same frequency(both 1866 Mhz) latency(both C9) and voltage(both 1.5V)can i use them together??i am talking about these two(i have the second one)-----...
  13. K

    Upgrading a gaming PC for a beginner.

    Specs: Consair Graphite 760t Case Storage: 3tb (forgot the brand) Asus Maximus VII Hero Motherboard Intel Core i5-4690 3.5ghz Processor Gigabyte Geforce GTX 970 Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB EVGA supernova NEX750B 750w Power Supply Windows 7 Home Preium I plan on switching the i5 to an i7, I...
  14. S

    MSI GeForce GTX 970 GAMING 4G CABLES

    Hi guys, So I have an Alienware x51 R2 pc, with the gtx 660 GPU (one 6 pin I think) I'm planning on upgrading to the MSI GeForce GTX 970 GAMING 4G, but it uses a: 6 pins, 8 (6+2) pins connector. What kind of cable or splitter will I have to buy to hook this up? Thanks, -Sacha
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    Slight discoloration bottom of PC?

    Is it normal for the gold connections at the bottom of the cpu to be slighty lighter (less golden) in color than other parts? I was curious. I some how bent the mobo pins, no idea how, I was careful. I'm assuming the CPU is fine but have wait few days for new mobo.. I was switching processors...
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    gpu 65c cpu 80 at 100% usage safe?(laptop)

    Title^^^gpu overclocked.am i safe?
  17. P

    sli 970 psu requirement

    i have would like to upgrade to dual 970 and i would like to know if my corsair RM750 is enough
  18. M

    Can I copy windows 7?

    I just built my new gaming computer and the last component I need is the os to boot. I have windows 7 on my laptop, and I was wondering if I could copy windows 7 from my laptop onto a flash drive that I can then install into my new computer.
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    Where should I trade in my deskop PC for some money?

    Hello! I am more of a on-the-go guy and I want to trade in my custom built PC in for some cash for a laptop. Do you guys know of any places that would accept my PC for some money? Thanks in advance!
  20. A

    WD External HDD

    I have got a WD External Hard Drive and it has suddenly stopped reading. It is still recognised by my computer, however it will not open and comes up with error reading "The semaphoretimeout period has expired". I have got files on the HDD that I do not want to lose. Please Help!
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    pc upgrading advice needed

    So I was thinking about getting myself an early Christmas present. I want to upgraded my ever-aging computer so she can handle the growing market of system-stressing games. Problem is, being a PC idiot, I have absolutely no idea how to go about that. my specs are here: ASUS M5A99FX R2.0 AMD...
  22. CreationP

    Asus VS248H or AoC e2460Sh

    I'm between those two monitors. Both are 24', both are TN. Asus have 50000000:1 CR and AoC have 20000000:1 CR. Asus costs 175 euros while AoC costs 155. Both have 1000:1 Static Contrast. Asus have 2ms and Aoc 1ms. Question: Which should I buy?
  23. O

    PC part HELP!

    I am in a hard situation, I am looking into buying a pc for christmas initally i was going to get a fx 6300. But people are saying that AMD CPU's are S**t and a rip off. So if someone had some time could they find some parts for a Intel Gaming pc, My max budget is 350 British pounds. I do not...
  24. A

    Borderlands Pre Sequel Lan not connecting

    Borderlands Pre Sequel Lan not connecting. Find games showing no result. What to do? please help!!!
  25. T

    LAN multipe cabes vs switches

    We need to connect six users to our network located 150 feet from the main switch. Is it more efficient to run one cable to a an 8 port switch, or to run individual cables to each user ? Disregarding the initial cost.
  26. Jcsenter

    $750 Gaming Build

    Hello, I'm planning on building a gaming pc and I just can't make up my mind for what parts to pick. I'd like to play Battlefield 4, Far Cry 4, Tomb Raider, ETC. at high to ultra settings 1080p 60+ FPS if that is reasonable. I'm an Intel and Nvidia fan so try to include those into the build...
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    how long do you think this computer would last in terms of general use ?

    Hi, I was wonder how these components would last to me they would last a very long time I know my mom likes the fx-4300 its plenty fast for her, the motherboard is the same as the one I used to build my moms almost as good as my Sabertooth. I do know that intel has betterr single core but this...
  28. K

    Decent PSU for GTX 650 Ti?

    I'm looking to upgrade my PC for a few new games coming out, mainly DA:I and had a couple of questions Currently my entire rig is fine, aside from my PSU/GPU. I plan on getting a GTX 650 Ti (Currently using a GT530, it's old and.. bad) I was wondering what would be a decent PSU for it? I was...