Silicon Power

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  1. R

    Question Need heatsink on Nvme Drive ?

    Next month, I plan to purchase a 2TB Silicon Power UD90 NVMe drive. My motherboard has an M.2 slot located directly below the GPU. It's worth noting that neither the NVMe drive nor the motherboard come with a built-in heatsink for thermal management. The motherboard in question is the Gigabyte...
  2. ERSorrow

    Question NVMe SSD enclosure slow on one PC and fast on another ?

    Hello! I have a problem with Silicon Power PD60 NVMe SSD enclosure. It's very slow on my main computer - transfer speeds only ~40 megabytes per second on USB 3.1 gen 1 ports (Front and back). I tried it on other computer, and it worked fine (~200-300 megabytes per second transfers). It doesn't...
  3. magnificent_90

    Question choose the best external HDD

    Hi I'm buying an external HDD and I've come up with the following models, which one is better? https://consumer.apacer.com/eng/content.php?sn=1670 https://www.silicon-power.com/web/product-Armor_A85 I appreciate your response.
  4. aqua_q

    [SOLVED] Which SSD would you choose?

    Hi there, I'm going to get a fast and durable SSD. Propose would be running OS and a couple of games. Ignoring the price, If you were going to choose from this list, which one would you go for and why? Crucial BX500 120GB Silicon Power Ace A55 (or S55) 120/128 GB PNY CS900 120GB...
  5. R

    Question Can the moterboard and Storeage affect my GAME fps from 45-60 to 12-22

    Hi so guess I will start with my Original PC Configuration CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 1700 (no OC) GPU: Zotac GTX 1080 mini (no OC) Motherboard: Asus B350-F Strix Edition Ram: Gskill 16GB =2 x8 (F4-2400c16D-16GFX) M.2 NVME: Silicon Power 1TB HDD: 2TB Seagate Baracuda (ST2000DM006) Components failed...
  6. F

    [SOLVED] best under 30$ 240gb SSD or m.2?

    Hey people, which ssd is the better one, my budget for this is 30$ for windows and the programs, i already got a 2tb seagate barracuda for my games and big file, or a m.2, ive also heard the m.2s get very hot. Crucial BX500...
  7. S

    [SOLVED] SPCC (Silicon Power) NVME won't seat properly or initialize?? Help?

    I just recently bought a MSI GF 65 Thin 9SD laptop and a Silicon Power 512GB NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen3x4 2280 TLC R/W up to 3,400/2,300MB/s SSD (SU512GBP34A80M28AB) . I tried different ways of seating it including having the laptop literally open and holding it in but I can't get it to seat the best I...
  8. Y

    Question XPG SX8200 Pro Vs Silicon Power P32A80

    I don't know which to choose... By comparing both 1TB, XPG SX8200 Pro = $203 , SP P32A80 = $145. R/W XPG = 3500/3000 , SP = 3200/3000 I don't know which is better for performance (not considering R/W speed as both similar), durability and quality. Any experienced or who are using these M.2...
  9. trandaa

    [SOLVED] Motherboard right RAM frequency - native vs. max

    Hello good people, I'm new in PC building and tweaking and I've got a question about the RAM frequency, and which I should set. My MoBo is Gigabyte GA-A320-S2H V2, which supports DDR4 3200(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2667*/2400/2133 MHz and I have Corsair Vengeance LPX 1x8GB 2400 CL16 RAM. I couldn't...
  10. Z

    My LG monitor has a problem please help.

    Please help!! My LG W2043c monitor works well at beginning but after sometime it gets white line in the bottom an the display jumps.
  11. C

    New build ram question

    Hey guys i know something like my question has been answered but new information and price changes constantly has an influence. so i just purchased a 8700k with a Asus z370-I strix MB looking into either 3000 or 3200 x 8b = total 16gb for a small OC with xmp profiles . What do you guys like...
  12. J

    Upgrading Motherboard, CPU and RAM for first time - Any advice appreicated

    So in the next few days I should have my new Mobo, CPU and RAM arrive for my first major PC upgrade. I am upgrading from these to these: CPU: Intel i7-4770 to i7-8700K Mobo: Asus Maximus VI Hero to Maximus X Hero RAM: 16GB (2x8GB) Kingston Hyper X Fury 1600MHz DDR3 to 16GB (2x8GB) Corsair...
  13. V

    An enquiry about my build.

    Hi y'all, My pc build has become about 9 years old now, so I was thinking about refurbishing it. Now, the specs are too old(ish), but the parts I am going to replace are:- 1)Processor-Going to add a new pentium G4560 2)Motherboard:-A B250...
  14. Z

    1080p60fps most games build

    so ive been looking for a PC for pretty long time now and come to the conclusion that I just want a PC which can handle 99% of games at 1080p60fps and is good for multitasking e.g. listening to Spotify, talking to friends on discord and playing a game on very high/ultra settings at the same...
  15. C

    i3-8350k max temperature

    Hello! Whats the max temperature for i3-8350k cpu ? Thats my first intel cpu, know nothing about them. after 20 min of playing and stream, cpu hit max 60 degree, is it normal ? on default cpu settings. cant find any information about it, or maybe intels all have same temperatures. looking for...
  16. C

    HP Pavilion g7-2223nr will not shut down properly

    I used a Legacy Boot mode to install Windows 7 Pro 64 bit on this HP laptop. I used Win 8.1 and AMD to install all hardware drivers. I updated the system to the latest BIOS version on the HP website. All current Windows updates have been installed. Though I'm basically ready for the apps, I...
  17. M

    PC doesnt post unless I relocate my GPU

    I recently bought a new Mobo, CPU and RAM. After installing everything correctly my PC posted as usual. After that I did a reinstall of Windows. - I later turned off my computer after setting everything up. The next day my PC didnt post. After some troubleshooting I found out that my PC would...
  18. R

    New hdd can load Linux but not any windows system

    Hi I have a Toshiba satellite A40C i5 can't load a windows operating system. I had to fit a new HDD due to the previous one packing up I have no windows 7 pro disc but have tried installing win xp,win vista,win7 home and windows8 but the laptop always says no operating system found.The only...
  19. K

    Was it my graphics card, power supply, or something else?

    So about 2 months ago I decided to build a computer and everything worked completely fine. Just a few days ago while playing a game the whole system shuts off by itself. I frantically try pressing the power button again hoping the entire system would turn on but I had no success. So I open up...
  20. S

    Stuck between i7 7700 or i5 7600

    Hi everyone. I've been looking into buying a new CPU. Currently, I'm running an i3 6100 (other specs listed below). The two main CPUs which catch my eye are the i7 7700 and i5 7600, however the non overclockable versions as I don't intend on getting a z series motherboard. My pc use is for...
  21. R

    First PC Build Need Advice

    How is this for my first PC Build i want to play games mostly. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/D7ddQV
  22. E

    No power at all

    So I built a new pc around a month ago, put it together and it to worked great, until two days ago. I had gone to the toilet and when I came back I noticed my pc had turned off completely. I tried to turn it back on but it wouldn't, nothing would happen, no fans would spin up, no lights...
  23. Mark_355

    First run NZXT Kraken X52 - fan speed error and CPU temp 100C : Ryzen 1800X

    Hello! I had my first PC build , not smooth. The last thing i have is that after waiting for 2 months for AM4 bracket from NZXT Kraken X52, i mounted all things, but failed to start installing win 10. My Motherboard is ASUS ROG VI CPU Ryzen 1800X CPU cooler NZXT Kraken X52 So after...
  24. G

    does asus M5A97 LE R2.0 have a comparable bios with the amd fx-8370?

    I put my build on pcpartpicker and it told me the bios might not be compatable. Thanks
  25. A

    Which laptop should I buy?

    So I just completed my grade 12 a few days ago and will be entering college in a few months (by july). So I need to purchase a new laptop for myself. I would like to use it atleast for the three years of college before discarding it for a new one. My budget is 35,000 INR. (refer www.flipkart.com...
  26. bauch1234

    Dual boot to single boot

    Ok I did this without researching so call me in idiot if you want but, I got a new m.2 ssd and, I installed windows on it without unplugging the old hdd. I moved the files I wanted then formatted the whole drive and, now windows wont boot I'm now running disk essentials partition recovery to...
  27. E

    why is my gpu running at 30-50% usage in multiplayer games?

    my cpu runs at 90% and my gpu runs so low why is that? i have a i5-4690 and a gtx 1060 6gb. this happens in csgo, overwatch and all my other games why is that happening, even if i higher my video settings this happens anyways. one thing i noted on overwatch is that when i play offline with bots...
  28. M

    Is this cheap build any good?

    This is my first build and I wanted a second opinion on it. https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/qXq3NN budget is slightly flexible but preferably £600. I want it to be an upgradable rig for gaming that I can improve as my budget improves i.e. a few years from now
  29. Z

    Windows 10 Infinite Reboot Issue

    The computer model is DELL Inspiron 22 Model 3265 The issue is the infinite reboot. I encountered this issue when I decided to reset my computer. Then it re-installed Windows 10. However it was stuck at 64%. Then it just keep rebooting, from Dell loading, to black screen loading, to 64%. It has...
  30. C

    Monitor advice, 24 in. vs 27 in. and 1080p vs 1440p

    Hello, I am sure this question and similar questions have been asked time and time again, but a quick search didn't come up with my exact situation. I have not upgraded my monitor in over 6 years and I am looking to upgrade. I currently have an ASUS VH236H, 24 in., 1080p, 2 ms response, 60 Hz...
  31. D

    Can I mix ram (1333MHz with 1600MHz)

    I sold my motherboard which supported up to 2200MHz, because i wanted a new processor. Now I ordered a new mobo with the matching socket, but it supports only up to 1333MHz ram, and my processor supports only 1333MHz ram either. My ram is G-Skill 1600MHz (2x4GB) So will it just normaly...
  32. P

    Recommended Display Upgrade for Gaming

    I still have the ASUS VG236HE from way back when "Avatar" made me think 3D movies were going to be amazing! During the process of building a new computer this year (http://pcpartpicker.com/list/VyDMcc), I'm wondering if this monitor can keep up with the components. If no, what monitors out...
  33. Sneezer

    Choosing a NAS

    I'm trying to decide between these two items: ■Drobo 5n ■Synology DS1515 or DS1515+ From what I understand, the main differences are that the Synology has more RJ-45 connections and can be expanded to allow more drives via an expansion unit while the Drobo allows for hot data caching (increase...
  34. J

    I have 2 gb of Ram and one of them the end 11-12-b3 and the other is 11-13-b4. Will they work together??

    I have 2 ram and then end 11-12-b3 then the other is 11-13-b4. Are they compatible??
  35. F

    m15x externe graphics card

    i have a m15x and if i wan't to game my game sees dat i don't have directx 11 if i try to downlaod it it doesn't work. Somewane see to my dat if i put an externe graphics card it will woorks were can i find it for my alienware m15x
  36. moondawg009

    Windows and hard drives/MOBO upgrading

    Hi everyone, Within the next week or two i plan on upgrading a few of my components mainly my motherboard going from a MSI Z68A to a MSI Z170A M5. I wanted to know if I change the motherboard and connect it to my hardrive will it boot up with my normal Windows 10? I am perfectly fine with...
  37. M

    Want to buy a good gaming core i5 processor...

    please advise me which core i5 processor should i buy round about $50...which should me best for gaming and ideal for gtx 750 titon vga card...please help me to solve the problem... :(
  38. A

    Asus P8Z68-V Pro not working with G.Skill 2133 Mhz RAM

    I recently purchased G.Skill DDR3 2133 Mhz (F3-2133C9D-16GXH) RAM to upgrade my pc based on Asus P8Z68-V Pro and i5-2500k. Unfortunately, I am not able to run the ram at 2133 Mhz, even though the G.Skill website mentions my motherboard as supported. Whenever I choose 2133 Mhz or any XMP setting...
  39. K

    What Should I Do- pc build

    i have 400 dollars and i want to upgrade my pc but i dont know if i should start my dream build or not im debating between option 1 and 2 (1) my dream build is, i7 4790k, gtx 970, black and red themed pc but im dont know if i should buy the i7 4790k if i do then i wont be able to buy a...
  40. N

    Will HD 7730 work on old motherboard?

    Hello I have very old motherboard Asus M2V-MX.That motherboard have pci express x16 1.0 or 1.1 Im not sure.My question is will HD 7730(pci x16 3.0) work with that motherboard or not?