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    Question FX cpu overclocking on a 970 mobo (4+1 phase)

    I have an asrock 970 extreme4 currently occupied by a phenom ii x6 1055t. Its overclocked a bit but the temps got a bit out of hand (hyper tx3 tower cooler I think)so it's a very mild overclock. I can get a new fx processor pretty cheap (for this country anyway) and I'm considering an upgrade...
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    [SOLVED] Hardware to test multiple hard drives at same time using Windows

    Hello all, need your help for a project. We have a Windows based software application to test hard drives. We need to be able to test 15-20 desktop sata hard drives at same time (or more). Our program handles it but need the hardware to run it. Again, this must be Windows based. The program...
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    How can I remove password from my Hitachi SATA hdd

    As soon as I powering my Laptop it asks for Hitachi hdd password please help me
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    1060 6Gb + 7700hq + G-sync vs. 1060 6Gb + 8750h + without G-sync

    For 1080p ~60Hz gaming what do you suggest? I would like to buy a notebook for 3-4 years of occasional, now high, later on the road medium-low preset 1080p gaming. I think the gtx 1060 would suit me fine, but I came across two configurations in my country for about the same price. Is G-sync...
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    [SOLVED] Why is my graphics card having these huge stutters?

    My graphics card (GeForce GTX 970) has been having major stutters, I've only realized these on games that use the RE Engine, Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 2's Demo. I should probably do some more tests on other games, but would there be any reason why my GPU is struggling on this specific...
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    What’s a good gaming monitor?

    Hi I’m looking for a good quality IPS monitor, with a g-sync. It should have a vesa mount, 75-120hz, 1440p, and g-sync. Thanks in advanced.
  7. T

    Upgrade for current gaming? Or build new

    Hi. I built my first computer a little under three years ago. I am thinking of passing it along to my 15 year old son for gaming to save the cost of the $900. Dell laptop he wishes to buy. Mobo: Asus Z87-PRO LGA 1150 Chipset: Intel i5-4670k Haswell3.4 GHz GPU: Asus GeForce GTX660 2 GB RAM...
  8. Macenstein

    my son seems to think he needs a new CPU for this build I made him a while back

    This is the computer I built my son almost 2 years ago https://pcpartpicker.com/list/gmRjt6 Intel - Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor Gigabyte - GA-Z170-HD3P ATX LGA1151 Motherboard MSI - GeForce GTX 970 4GB Twin Frozr V Video Card G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400...
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    Blur and fuzzy graphics

    I have reset my windows,because my boot screen was not loading.After resetting the windows,i saw that my icons and other texts were blurred and fuzzy. What should i do to resolve this issue ? Help me ASAP !
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    Recover data in formatted Bitlocker encrypted data partition where Bitlocker was off after being formatted

    Hi, I'm desperate looking for a solution to recover my data. Before this I had no idea Bitlocker is effective on my laptop. So it had been active on all partitions in my laptop before I bought it. Yesterday, I accidentally formatted a data partition with a lot of important data. After spending...
  11. 4freedomssake

    Feeling strange to ask

    But what's the name of the wire that let's you mount your card sideways towards the window where everyone can see it?
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    What would happen if i give a fan controller 5v instead of 12

    What would happen if i give a fan controller with adjustable speed 5v instead of 12?
  13. PhilipMichaels

    The 8 Best Features of the New Gmail

    We go hands-on with Google’s revamped Gmail client to try out new features like snoozing messages, smart replies and inline action buttons. The 8 Best Features of the New Gmail : Read more
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    can I buy an mp3 player with tunes on

    Looking for mp3 player with tunes on
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    Cooling a Phanteks p400

    Hi everyone. I've got a phanteks p400 tempered glass and I'm having some cooling issues with it. My graphic card which is a Palit gtx 1060 6gb dual, can be at 75ºC when playing The Witcher 3 with the fan curve you can see in the photo. Besides, I've got two fans in my case, these are the two...
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    PSU Fan Running Loud

    I'm really confused. When I'm starting My PC Immediately I hear loud fan Noise (It's quite healthy noise, but it's wind-like noise because of speed). I Checked RPM-s of CPU and Case fans, everything is running as usual in this sector. Checked Video-Card fan in MSI AfterBurner (Set to Auto, but...
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    What to choose for DVD

    When i clicking on dvd RW for first time there are two option 1:-use as usb flush drive 2:-(forgotten) What are these and which should i choose ? Please ans me with full explaination.
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    How to Wire a stereo Cable to a mono Jack?

    Hi there I was wondering if it was possible to convert a stereo cable to mono? I am working on rewiring a Guitar Hero World Tour Drum set and need to replace the symbol cable that uses mono. Here's some pictures of what I have done so far. Here's the stereo cables I am working with. This is...
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    Looking for best liquid CPU cooler for an i7 7700K

    Hi so the link below is the build I am finalizing now. https://au.pcpartpicker.com/list/ and so I am deciding which cooler I want for the CPU, is it best to go for a NZXT Kraken X62 https://au.pcpartpicker.com/product/bqBrxr/nzxt-kraken-x62-liquid-cpu-cooler-rl-krx62-01 or the current...
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    Need help choosing compatible AM4 motherboard with RAM

    Hi, I'm building a new pc for gaming and light modding, editing. I have chosen already: Ryzen 5 1600 Most likely GTX 1060 6gb Fractal Design Define R5 I want to buy this RAM: https://www.megekko.nl/product/2046/143712/DDR4/G-Skill-DDR4-Ripjaws-V-2x8GB-3000/ since it's a lot cheaper than...
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    Thermaltake Fans power cable

    Im needing to know what type of cable is needed to plug my thermaltake fans to my power supply. The fans does have a controller that has to be used in order to change colors and speed.
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    Is this a good build?

    Im building a pc from scratch and i want to know if this list of components makes sence or if im making some mistakes. (im not buying from those places I just made the list there for convenience) also im aware I didn't add a hard drive I will buy that next month since my budget doesn't allow for...
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    Can oc this memory?

    Hi i have a Vengeance® LPX 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 DRAM 2400MHz C14 Memory Kit - Black (CMK16GX4M2A2400C14) Can i get 3000mhz without any changes for the ram voltages? its currently running 2400mhz with the x.m.p profile paired with asus z270-k and i7 7700k(stock speed)
  24. B

    Windows 7 won't start

    I just downgraded from windows 10 down to windows 7 it won't go passed the windows 7 animation and leaves me with a black screen a one beep then just stay there, I'm trying to install a new gpu so anyone asap, my system I3 2100 8gb ram 400 watt psu Gtx 650 Don't know the motherboard And no cd...
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    Ethernet has no valid ip configuration

    I have tried loads of possible solutions but none have worked. My wireless connection works fin but my ethernet/wired connection does not it say ethernet has no valid ip configuration. What do i do?
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    lenovo miix 510 sensitivity

    My lenovo miix 510 is only about 2 weeks old, and since i got it i've noticed that the power button is not very sensitive and needs to be held down for way longer than any other device i've ever used when powering on/off and returning from sleep mode. Is this the norm with this type of device or...
  27. R

    Where to fix p5 wire in pantium D motherboard

    I am confused that where to fix p5 wire in CPU pantium D which is coming from power supply. Kindly provide me some detail about it with the help of pictures. Thank you
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    Ram gives my blue screens

    I have 4 gb 11-11-11-28 1600mhz i think in my prebuild pc and I wanted to upgrade it to 8 so I bought a 4 gb 9-9-9-24 1600mhz secondhand I worked just fine for 2 weeks but since one week I got constant blue screens with difrent errors so I got the new stick out and I work just fine And than...
  29. SAN1TY

    FX 6300 Overclock question !

    Hello! So I got gtx 1060 6gb and I want to OC my CPU a little bit to reduce the bottleneck, but when I searched about my mobo overclock abilities I saw that its sucks. 2 Days later I went to 3dmark and I saw this --> http://www.3dmark.com/fs/11186809 same cpu and same mobo on 4.6. So Can I...
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    GTX and Quadro in the Same Computer?

    Hello. Would it be beneficial at all to have my GTX 1060 6GB and my (old) Quadro 4000 in the same computer? Can I do this at all? Will Drivers conflict each other? Can one be used for something like Phys-x while the other renders the game? Is there any benefit to adding back in the Quadro...
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    Would my pc fit in the corsair 100r?

    I'm wondering if my pc parts https://au.pcpartpicker.com/user/Mentos7777777/saved/#view=BF9LkL would fit in the corsair carbide 100r case if not please recommend me so good cases.
  32. kol12

    Home office lighting?

    What sort of lighting do you prefer or is most ideal in your home office (above computer?) What temperature range, type of light bulb etc. I currently have standard warm white and I'm not sure this is most ideal?
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    Best CPU for GTX 1050 Ti G1 GPU. 1150

    Hi, I have GTX 1050 Ti G1 GPU and what is best CPU fot this GPU. Motherboard socket are 1150. May can be one more GPU insnerted, same or stronger one. Thanks
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    Chassis Fans Not Spinning

    Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro Fans are plugged in where they should be (to my knowledge). Aftermarket CPU fan turns on and runs flawlessly. Went into my ASUS UEIF BIOS and checked out the fan setting. Found that Cha1 and Cha2 are showing up as "N/A" while the CPU fan is showing a smooth 600 rpm...
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    Help Me Choose!

    Hello Guys I've built 2 PC's... tho i dont know which to buy... This PC With A GPU: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/VjQzZ8 Or This one With Just An APU: https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/user/variez/saved/nGhTWZ The APU Build is like 3x Cheaper BUT The GPU Build Looks much more powerful BUT! I'm...
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    can this cpu fit in my motherboard?

    So I have a wa550g from walmart and im already going to upgrade my psu and gpu but I was wondering if the AMD X8 FX-8350 could fit in its motherboard right now i have a FX-4300 and just dosent do. Thank you for your time! also im going to upgrade the psu to exactly 500w one and gpu to 1050 ti...
  37. R

    GT 730 on generic PSU???

    My friend has asked me to suggest a nice gpu for light gaming for $50. And i'm considering both Gt 730 and R7 240.But his PSU is almost the worst thing i've ever seen: http://www.akshatblog.com/iball-lpe223-400-smps-specification-price-and-review/ It's just 250w but both the gpus are not very...
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    Upgrading to i7-7700k, which Motherboard and Memory to get?

    Hey. I am currently on an i7-4770 with a GTX 1060. Decided to upgrade to an i7-7700k. Need to upgrade my motherboard and memory of course. This is what I thought of: http://i.imgur.com/HEUm4W2.png I do not plan on extensive OC of the CPU, just want little OC capabilites, like pressing an "OC"...
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    Old HDD in new pc

    I built myself a computer back in 2015 and now i want to upgrade and was wondering if its possible to use my old 1TB western digital black HDD in my new pc build because i don't want to pay for windows 10 nor do i have the money i also don't want to lose all the data i have on my HDD would using...
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    Something wrong with my computer

    My computer was on rest when I suddenly started hearing a noise. When I went to look the button on the computer was getting bright and going dim and making a pulsing grinding sound and I couldn't turn it on or off so I had to manually shut it off, after I turned it back on nothing connected to...