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    UDIMM and DIMM RAM

    I have a Asrock B250M Pro4 motherboard with Crucial Ballistix Sport LT DDR4 2400 UDIMM (PC4-19200). I ordered extra RAM which is a Samsung DDR4 2400 (PC4-19200) aswell but DIMM instead of UDIMM. Will these two RAM sticks work as dual channel on my motherboard?
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    Random restarts (Kernel error 41 ) no BSOD!

    Hey , so for he past 2-3 months I have been getting random restarts and the error is get is : Event ID : 41 Task Category : 63 Here is what I have tried so far : -did memtest and my RAM failed , got completely new RAM which passed two 6 hours tests. -got a completely new PSU -cable...
  3. Darkmatterx

    Is there a remote or an app for android phones that lets you wirelessly remote control your PC?

    Hi, I was wondering if there is a remote or an app for android phones that lets you wirelessly remote control your PC? I'm asking because I sometimes stream stuff to my TV so I can sit in my recliner, but once a show ends or I have to pause it, I have to get up and go to the computer. I do...
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    Alexa won't stay connected to internet

    Amazon echo alexa won't stay connected to internet. After resetting the router and modem and the Echo device, it will connect but only for a few hours. I spoke with both amazon tech and isp tech support. The end result was to open up 7 ports. Again, initially it connected to the internet only to...
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    1060 6gb maxing out at 3gb

    First things first! Build: Mobo: ASUS M5A97 LE R2.0 with a fan on the VRMs RAM: 32gb DDR3 (mix and match) at 1600 Mhz Processor: Amd FX-6300 Vishera 3.6 Ghz (overclocked to 4.5 Ghz Stable on Prime 95 at 20min) Graphics: MSI Armor GTX1060 6Gb PSU: CX600 corsair OS: Windows 10 Pro (current on...
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    Digital audio better than analog using headphones?

    I am wondering if it is worth the hassle of configuring my headphones for digital inputs versus using the typical RCA connections? Can you really hear more detail with digital?
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    Asus Q501LA won't boot

    asus Q501LA won't boot power button comes on also cap lock. with and without battery attached.
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    Having boot problems

    Hey guys, I just finished building in an evolv itx case- i5 8600k, asus z370i, asus strix 1070, 3200 16gb dom plats. When I power up the system the only thing that happens is the mobo LEDs come on, no post code beeps, no display, no fans or anything, just the LEDs. I’ve tried 3 different power...
  9. reallythecrash

    ASUS PRIME Z270-A BIOS 1203 doesn't boot with XMP

    Hello good people of the tom's hardware forums. I'm having trouble getting my system to boot after a BIOS update with memory overclocked to 3200MHz. Motherboard: ASUS PRIME Z270-A CPU: Intel Core i7-7700K Kaby Lake Quad-Core 4.2 GHz Memory: G.SKILL TridentZ DDR4-3200 16GBx2 CL16-16-16-36 When...
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    Upgrading PSU and Graphics card in Dell Optiplex 790

    I'm trying to upgrade a friends graphics card and PSU in this refurbished Dell Optiplex 790. Using a thermaltake 600W smart power supply, and a Radeon HD 6850 graphics card. I installed the power supply, plugged everything in, and then the graphics card right after. There wasn't a whole lot to...
  11. unknownmercyy

    Building my very 1st setup, need some help and support

    Finally after a long journey I've decided to build my very 1st gaming/streaming setup! Components: MB: MSI Z270 TOMAHAWK CPU: i7 7700K CPU Cooler: be quiet! DARK ROCK 3 RAM: 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3000MHz Team Group Delta RGB Black PSU: Sea Sonic FOCUS Plus 550 Gold GPU: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 GAMING...
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    Mouse won't work with new Motherboard/CPU

    I just upgraded my PC to Ryzen (Ryzen 5 1600 + MSI B350 PC Mate) and my Logitech G602 is no longer working. It isnt responding whatsoever, but my old Corsair mouse is working just fine. Anybody know what's going on?
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    Customise default "shutdown/restart" behaviour in Windows 10 to run prior commands

    I have created two custom .bat files that shutdown/restart the computer, and which beforehand run some other (simple) commands that I want run just before shutting down. Now I shut down/reboot my computer by doubleclicking these bat files. Not a big deal, but I was wondering whether one could...
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    Can I use a Component to HDMI converter on a HDTV that doesn't support component cables?

    The reason I'm asking is because I'm buying a Roku TV soon that doesn't support component. Which is weird I know. But that's the only TV in my budget range and I can't find any other TVs because they are all constantly being sold out. I'm guessing due from after the Holidays I guess? My main...
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    GPU Overclocking Issues

    I am attempting to overclock my GIGABYTE G1 Gaming 980 ti using MSI Afterburner. I already uninstalled GIGABYTE's OC GURU II, as it was conflicting with Afterburner. My issue is that my Power, % never reaches 100%, and GPU Usage stays at 99% running the Heaven Benchmark. According to GPU-Z, my...
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    Never seen before issue from RAM.

    Hi there, this issues I'm having today I've done a little bit of research on to see if there have been similar problems, and to see if any of there solutions could help me. But for the life of me I cannot seem to find anyone who's had the same problem, my problem is the tRFC, or the row refresh...
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    Is my CPU bottlenecking?

    Hello, I am trying to play PUBG and I get constant stuttering when I move my mouse and I am near people making the game impossible to play. I have tried everything from nvidya settings, steam launch options, adjusting the ram capacity, and its installed on an SSD. I currently have the game...
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    Any advice on what CPU Cooler I should get for an i7 7700K?

    I am building my first PC in a few days which will have an i7 7700K for the CPU and I would like some advice on what cooler I should get. I have got 3 in mind right now which are: Cryorig H7 Gamemax Iceberg 120mm Water Cooling System Be Quiet Shadow Rock 2 Fans I will not be overclocking to...
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    BSOD, Different Error Message Everytime

    PC Specs: i7-8700k ROG Strix Z370-e EVGA 1080 ti FTW 3 Elite Gaming White 16gb of DDR4-3200, G.skill Trident Z Samsung 960 Pro, 512 gb WD Black 2tb HDD EVGA Supernova G3 850w I recently built this new pc around 2 days ago. It was working fine before, but started getting BSOD errors yesterday...
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    Graphic glitches only in browsers

    I have problem with graphic but only in browsers. When i open some video in browser, graphic crashed with colorfull triangles and disco effects.After Opera i opened Chrome, but same problem, only Edge is with small grpahic problems. Photo:
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    Can Gt 630 fit on my pc?

    Can Gt 630 fit on hp compaq dc7800 convertible minitower Cpu- Intel Core duo 2 E4500 2.2ghz Gpu- Intel express family q35 or Gma 3100 Pls tell me it can or not fit
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    SSD Windows 7 Install: This disk may fail soon

    Hi, I have a problem that others have described here too, although it doesn't fit completely to mine and no solution did work for me. So I may give it another try and hope that anyone can help. I am trying to get a fresh setup of Windows 7 on an Intenso SATA III 256GB SSD, which currently has...
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    Storage Solution Problem

    Hi, so I'm looking at upgrades to my computer and apparently (according to PC part picker) I've run into a problem. I was going to have 3 x 3TB HDD (Seagate Barracuda), 2 x Samsung 850 EVO 500Gb SSD's and a Samsung 960 EVO 500Gb M2 SSD. But apparently I need another 6GB SATA Slot... I've got the...
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    Need help gaming 1050 2gb

    Hello I’m only prob going to talk about the cpu and gpu I will be getting only until I upgrade. I was wondering how would a ryzen 3 1200 and a gtx 1050 2gb would do on games like overwatch or games like that, suppose if I were going to go low settings on overwatch would I at least get over 100 fps?
  25. LeadGaming212

    GIGABYTE GA-965P-DS3 rev 3.3 not working with compatible pc2 6400s/u memory

    I bought this motherbaord so i didnt have these problems because the motherboard supports up to 800mhz or pc2-6400 ram but when i get into windows it bluescreens with ERROR : MEMORY_MANAGEMENT and ive looked this up but cant find anything on why this ram and my motherboard aren't working...
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    Want to buy a AT2020 XLR and a audio interface, what else do I need?

    Title, I'd like to buy this mic, heard good things about it, looking to do a bit of streaming and just talking in teamspeak. I want a audio interface as well, how much does a decent one cost?
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    CPU struggling while watching twitch

    When i just play games, all my games are running fine at smooth fps. When i watch twitch while playing games, my CPU goes up to 100% and i get framerate issues. I need help :D specs: i5-6600k 3.5ghz overclocked to 4.7ghz. done tests running perfect. Had the issue before OC so thats not the...
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    PC doesn’t detect SSD

    I was using my PC when I got a BSOD and I had to force shut down. When I turned the PC back on I got ‘windows failed to start due to a recent hardware or software change’ and the error code ‘0xc0000185’. In BIOS, my SSD is no longer detected. I’ve tried power cycling it and after I did that the...
  29. vnpnlz

    GTX 1050 TI for an OLD PC

    I have an old pc which has the specs below and I am planning to put a GTX 1050 Ti for this machine and I am not sure if my pc can work on the GTX 1050 Ti since I bought this unit 4 years ago. Any help will be appreciated. Processor : Intel Core i5 4440 3.1-3.3Ghz (Quad Core) Haswell...
  30. C

    Looking for A Cpu upgrade

    Im looking for a cpu upgrade what I have now is a amd fx 6300 and my motherboard is a Gigabit 970 a Id like to be able to just swap cpus if able as its the bottle neck in my computer right now.
  31. ringmany

    Best monitor for graphic design / 3D modelling

    Hi everyone, I'm building a PC for a friend that uses the following software: Maya 3DS Max Zbrush Photoshop 4D MarvelousDesigner I'm looking for a good monitor that will suit her work for under $400 / £300 Here's several that have peaked by interest: Dell U2415 24.0-Inch - $280 ASUS VX24AH...
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    Wanting help on my build!

    I live in Australia My budget is maximum $3500 AUD / $2800 USD (rounded up). Im new to this whole pc / building one thing. i have watched a lot of videos of how to build a pc, how to set up the pc and part reviews on different parts. All I am looking to do on this pc is to straight game on...
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    Getting a New Laptop Don't know what to get

    So recently my 2008 MacBook gave up on me and Apple said that it would cost me as much as a new Macbook to replace the parts so I decided to get a new Laptop. All I need to do with the laptop is be able to video edit, DJ, Probably run Virtual machines for CTF and little bit of gaming on it(Not...
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    Any advice on this PC?

    https://goo.gl/apcSdM This is the PC (+Monitor and Peripherals) I'm looking at getting. I was just wondering if there was anything else I've missed or should do? I'll be using it for gaming. My budget is maxed at $4000. EDIT: Changed the RAM to 16GB @ 3000MHz, changed Motherboard, and added a...
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    Issues Overclocking me Athlon x4 860K

    I am trying to OC my Amd Athlon X4 860K in Amd Overdrive and any time I try to clock it anything above the base clock (3.7) my screen turns black and flickers and I turn off my system. Am I doing it wrong or is there an issue with my processor.
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    Visually Impaired Settings

    I pretty much know all of the windows settings, but I wonder if anyone knows actual monitor settings to make it easier for someone visually impaired to read stuff on the screen. I have calibrated my tvs, but that is obviously to get the picture proper, using meters. I am not talking about...
  37. Sagar_20

    Why does hibernate take longer than a shut down?

    I like to hibernate my pc so that i can get to exactly where i left it at.. however it takes quite long to get to my work from hibernate condition. Nearly 20 seconds after the computer is turned on. Is this normal?? PC Configuration: Core i5-2310 - 2.9 GHz, 6 GB DDR3 Ram - 1333 MHz, 1 TB...
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    Using two P2000 Quadro cards to set up six monitors

    I'm working on a couple CAD builds for a client. One will need to run six monitors. I've been told I can run two P2000 cards. I'm running the parts though pcpartpicker and I'm not getting the option to add a second card. My assumption is I can and using the software dedicate one to run software...
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    Evga supernova 550 g2 or corsair RM550x

    I was thinking about buying a new psu my pc specs are CPU Core i5 7600k MOBO Asrock fatal1ty gaming k6 CPU COOLER Cryorig H7 GPU Gigabyte geforce gtx 1060 xtreme gaming PC CASE Corsair carbide series spec-04 I came across these two Corsair RM550x Evga supernova 550 g2 What do you think...
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    IO Shield Slightly Misaligned

    I just completed my first PC build last night, and I noticed that the IO shield of my ASUS motherboard is slightly misaligned. By slightly I mean slightly (a few mms). I can put all of the cables in, some just scrape against it a little. Should I even bother with taking the motherboard out and...