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    Bottleneck i5 with gtx 1070...

    So im getting a ROG STRIX-GTX1070-O8G-GAMING Just wondering, I have a intel i5 4570, will it be a problem? My other parts are good quality like 650w gold psu and a good noctua cooler. Im playing on full hd 144hz. (Sorry for my bad english) Thx for fast answers
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    Random restarting problem after installing GTX 1080

    So i just picked up a new GPU, an MSI GTX 1080 8bg, and since installing i have experienced random restarts on my computer and i cant figure out why, it will only happen when im playing games that have a high demand on my card Heres a list of my equipment GPU: MSI GTX 1080 8bg Motherboard...
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    What to get?

    For a while now I have been thinking of getting something new for my computer.. I'm just not sure what to get! I can run most recent games with reasonable graphics. My specs are: Intel core i7-3770 Memory: 8GB Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 I'm not sure what else to add to the specs
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    Nintendo's NES Classic Edition Console Hands-On

    Nintendo’s NES Classic Edition may be hard to find, but I managed to get my hands on one of the miniature consoles for a little gaming fun. Although the NES Classic Edition gives you an enjoyable retro gaming experience, the system does have a few flaws. Nintendo's NES Classic Edition Console...
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    upgrade old system

    hello(sorry for my english),i try to upgrade a old system,i start with a old motherboard msi ms-7254 and i try to add 2 gb RAM,Intel pentium D 925(3.0Ghz),and a graphic card nvidia 8800gtx,my big question is if the graphics card is compatyble with moteherboard(for moment the system no want to...
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    Can I use r7 370/360 on my AMD A8 7600?

    Planning to buy one. Also, which has a better performance, r7 260x or gtx 750? Thanks.
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    RX 460 Gaming PC

    Im going to buy PowerColor Radeon RX 460 4GB Red Dragon but i dont know what cpu and motherboard should with it. Can you suggest some?
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    Getting constant BSOD while browsing, gaming etc - IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL

    Can anyone help me with this issue? Getting different messages such as IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL and others. Got some dmp's of the last crashes: https://www.dropbox.com/s/kr1sdiv278q4b4z/Minidump.rar?dl=0 Edit: Already ran several Memtests and they all passed with no errors. And I have also tried...
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    Is it worth upgrading from my old Dell 2407WFP-HC monitor?

    Hi, I'm considering an upgrade from my current Dell 2407WFP-HC 27" which I bought about 8 years ago. I work from home and am on PC all day and have 3 monitors. The Dell is my main monitor on which I also play a few games - mostly COD2, and War Thunder. Problem is that the Dell gets very...
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    H110-s2 micro atx not fitting in cc820 cabinet

    Hi I just bought circle cc820 cabinet from amazon. Before buying I had checked that it supports micro atx boards I have h110-s2 gigabyte board which is micro atx but somehow I don't knw it's not fitting in at all Can anyone help me out for same ? Any help is appreciated Thanks Hardik
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    Choice between two 7.1 sound cards with optical out ($50-$150 range)

    I'm looking for a Dolby 7.1 sound card with optical out (optical in would be nice as well, but that's not a requirement). This is for interfacing with an optical-based sound system to be used for both watching movies and gaming. I don't have any plans for doing professional sound...
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    Windows 10 Critical Error ? ( Blue Screen )

    Hi All, CRITICAL_PROCRESS_DIED So I recently built a gaming PC. I installed Windows 10 64bit. Everything was running fine for 2 - 3 days I tried to go on to it today to find windows will not start correctly I put it the installation disk and tried the repair my PC option. I do not...
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    Computer wont start up anymore

    I was listening to a youtube video out of no were my computer freezes completely, i try to ctrl alt tab but it does nothing. I reboot the computer only to find that it doesnt want to boot to bios anymore. I first thought it was the power supply, i borrowed 2 different psu's and its not that...
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    New with gaming pcs

    I have never bought or built a gaming pc before and I was wondering what a good setup is for 1000-1500 dollars
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    pc parts compatibility

    I am going to make a gaming PC and I was wondering if all of these parts would work together: Ram: Kingston HyperX FURY 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 1866MHz DDR3 CL10 DIMM - Red (HX318C10FRK2/8) Hard drive: WD Blue 1TB SATA 6 Gb/s 7200 RPM 64MB Cache 3.5 Inch Desktop Hard Drive (WD10EZEX) SSD: Samsung 850...
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    High CPU Temp

    My CPU is currently running at 98oC whilst playing the Battlefield 1 beta and will be at that temp for most the games I play (including at 95oC when running a 3Dmark test). Its at 75oC whilst only running chrome. I have only just installed 3 120mm intake fans on the top of the PC, a 140mm...
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    Unable to boot into windows 7 repair disk.

    Hi all, i need your help. So my brother had given me an ssd ages ago and needed it back today, so i pulled in from my computer and now it has been re - formatted. Turns out that ssd had the boot files for windows 7 on it, i used bootcamp on my mac to make an install disk from an iso of windows...
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    Which graphics card would be compatible and the best for this build?

    My Build: CPU: Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws 4 series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2133 Memory Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive Power Supply: RAIDMAX...
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    Pentium g3258 4.0 ghz vs penitum g4400 stock

    Which one would perform better? Gaming, etc.
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    Upgrade - budget - when to.

    I've got a GTX 770 the 4gb one it plays games at high on 1080p for 60fps but probably won't do so well soon especially next year has anyone got some recommendations for gpu's I could buy that will do well I've heard the gtx 1080 is good but seems pricey how much would a used 770 4gb sell for...
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    Building my first gaming rig, I would like feedback please

    First time Builder here and I am looking for input. My goal is the ability to play AAA games at 1080 at high settings and get a pretty reliable 60 Fps. MY budget is right around 1000 USD. http://pcpartpicker.com/list/HZWQZ8 Intel Core i5-6500 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor MSI H110M Gaming Micro...
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    partition hard disk

    Dear Sir/Madam, I want to inform you that my pc config is 500GB hard disk and 2GB ram .In present this hard disk is partition in 4 drive. So i want to made partition in 2 parts. please give direction and details about how to partiton made to create only 2 drives in my...
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    8 pin cpu power connector?

    I want to order a pc with an i5 4460, a asrock h81m paired with a corsair vs550. The motherboard has a 8 pin connector (see pictures here http://www.asrock.com/mb/Intel/H81M/ ) is this the right psu for the 8 pin power connector?
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    Around $1000 to spend, Looking For Almost Best

    Hello, I'm trying to be well-equipped for the future in terms of having a fast performing PC for recording / rendering, and uploading game play and everyday use of occasional gaming. I'm willing to go over my budget if the parts listed are worth it :) Things to note: It must be an i7 6700k...
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    i7 6700k OC concerns

    Hi, recently I bought myself a PC that was made to order, and it is wonderful so far! It came pre overclocked to order too. But the other day I was looking at CPU-Z, and I noticed that the voltage is at 1.392V, and some research said that above 1.3V will negatively effect the lifespan of the...
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    AE Q-Code Fix

    Just built my first gaming rig. All hardware is installed properly. I'm trying to boot my computer using a torrented Windows 7 OS from a USB. The USB has been formatted to be bootable, and it contains a windows 7 .iso. I have configured BIOS to boot from this USB, however it tells me an...
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    Why is sata faster than usb?

    Just wondering why is sata faster than usb? Even using a normal HDD with sata 2 is faster than usb 2. I was just wondering why this is the case. I get write speeds of around 70 mb/s on a 10 year old HDD while write speeds on usb 2 are max 10 mb/s if im lucky. I know that these are the older...
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    i7 4790k cpu keeps overheating

    Hello I've build my first computer and everything seems to work fine but the cpu ( i7 4790k ) seems to be overheating when I put it on a stress test. (90-100c) I recorded the temps with coretemp and msi extreme tuning utility and the cores are at 40c when idle. 70c when being used a little bit...
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    seasonic 620 w psu

    so i bought the seasonic s12ii 620 W psu but there is one tiny problem does the fan blow air or suck air ? like should i place it facing the ground ? ( i have a corsair spec 0-1 ) and is this normal ? https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1689909441270845&set=gm.1631969950454938&type=3
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    My laptop wont turn on

    When i try press power button it wont react but when im pressing random keys it will just show logo and then it shutdown. Sometime i dont even get to logo but just black screen.I tried unpluging charger and battery strategy.
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    Core i7-5820k - where was it made?

    Please could somebody tell me where the 5820k was made. I need all possible countries. I believe l may have been sold a fake.
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    Safe OC for 970

    I am trying to overclock my ASUS STRIX GTX 970 gpu. I currently have the power limit to +10%, the core clock to +160 MHz and the mem clock to +300 MHz. I have not experienced any artifacts or other instabilities, and the temp remains stable. Do you think that this is a safe clock, will it...
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    UPS Recommendations for pc and monitor

    Hey guys whats going on?? so i need a good ups to support my pc tower and monitor!! Specs: intel core i5 6600k (4,2 ghz 1,25vcore) asus maxiimus viii hero samsung 850 evo 250 gb samsung 850 evo 500 gb external 500 gb wd caviar blue 7200rpm evga supernova 750w G2 Gigabyte g1 gaming 970 (will...
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    Can my PC handle a GTX 970?

    Hey everyone, So for the past 4-5 years my PC has been holding strong and handling most games I threw at it, then last night I tried The Division. A few minutes in I had to put it to the lowest settings and even then I fell through the floor entering a building because it hasn't loaded in yet...
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    DDR3_B2 slot causes Single Channel works only

    I have 4 memory sticks DDR3. When i put all of them then they work donly on Single Channel. Also - when i put two of them to slots 1+2, 2+3, 1+3 then they work on Dual Channel. But when i put memory stick to slot 4 then it works on Single Channel. What could be the reason and what other info is...
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    GPU underclocks itself at boot.

    My Sapphire R7 250X underclocks itself to about half the value of the memory and core clocks. My temps are fine, standing at around 30-35C on idle considering I am living in a hot place and my room isn't that ventilated but my PC has good cooling,it runs at around 67C max when running Heaven...
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    Setting up my headset

    I've brought the Z22 turtle beaches but I can't seem to get the microphone to working on my Pc.
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    2nd hand PC, what's it worth and will it be able to play games?

    My laptop is failing me and I finally have space for a desktop. I would like to play games like the new COD and CS:GO on at least medium at 1600x900, maybe 1080p in the future. A friend is getting a new system and offered to sell his old system to me: Processor: Intel i5 2500K / 3.3Ghz GPU...
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    How to set up laptop to show videos thru TV with HDMI

    I'm trying to set up my Sony laptop to play music videos thru HDMI, but no signal, laptop does recognize TV but, no signal.
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    BENQ EW2440 Monitor VGA Issue

    Hi Everyone I have been looking all around and have had no Luck at all with my BENQ EW2440 Monitors. The issue is it doesn't have a DVI Port so i bought a VGA to DVI-D converter since my graphics card does not have a VGA port. I am trying to run two monitors however everytime i plug in both...