Starcraft 2

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    [SOLVED] Can these specs run these following games? Need help

    CPU: Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-6200 CPU @2.30GHz (quad-core GPU: AMD Radeon HD R5M M335 and Intel(R) HD Graphics 520 Ram: 8gb 64-bit Can these run CS:GO LoL TF2 Terraria PUBG Overwatch Starcraft 2 I don't really know much about the power of these components so I wanted to ask just how is their...
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    [SOLVED] i5-6600K (4.3Ghz) at around 20% idling and gets up to 100% when watching YouTube sometimes.

    Specs: i5-6600K at 4.3Ghz G1 Gaming GTX 1070 Z170M Plus 16GB of DDR4 Not too sure on the heat sink, its not stock but I think its cheap. One 237GB SSD, One 1TB HDD with a 2TB SSHD My problem is that my cpu usage is at 100% a lot of the time, meaning that (e.g) YouTube videos sometimes buffer...
  3. D

    Best Solution For AMD FX 8320 Crashing From Overheating?

    The problem: My computer crashes constantly. I ran Memtest, no errors. I then installed Core Temp just to see what my CPU is running at, and I found that it was consistently hovering in the mid 70s (for reference, my understanding is that a FX 8320 should start throttling in the 70s and crash at...
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    [SOLVED] 1060 6GB Compatibility Question.

    Looking to upgrade my system this upcoming black friday and just have a few questions, so I can get the best compatibility. Current System : Intel I5-3350 CPU 3.10ghz(4cpus) 16gb ram Gtx 960 2gb EVGA power supply is either 500, or 550 can't recall. I will open the case tomorrow and clean her...
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    Tower PC randomly chooses GPU

    Hallo there, I have a pretty unusual problem, my PC chooses the working GPU seemingly at random. One time I boot up and the onboard GPU is active, so I have to use the MoBo HDMI out to get a visual signal, the next day it doesn't work anymore but the dedicated GPU works fine and I have to change...
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    Wifi repeater user name, password not admin

    I am trying to setup my wifi repeater but unlike all instructions, the user name and password are not 'admin'? It is possible that during one of my previous attempts i messed this up. Help!!!
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    Tv to soundbar to subwoofer

    Hello everyone! Tv model: jvc lt-55ue76 Subwoofer model: Basscube 8S Soundbar: Vizio 38" 2.1 Here's my problem: I have the soundbar hooked to the tv via optic cable and it works. I have lost the subwoofer that came with the soundbar (Bluetooth). A friend gave me a basscube 8s (powered)...
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    Is that possible to use laptop sata port HDD for the desktop?

    Is that possible to use laptop sata port HDD for the desktop?and i want to use it for a permanent. is there any issue are gonna be effect my whole PC???
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    ddr4 corsair vengeance vs g.skill tridentz

    Hello, this is my build: CPU: Intel i5-8400 (stock cooler) (says it supports up to 2666mhz ddr4) MoBo: Asus Tuf z370 Pro Gaming (supports up to 4000mhz ddr4) GPU: GTX 1060 Aorus 6gb Xtreme Edition rev2 PSU: Xfx XTR 650w HD: WD Blue 1tb SSD: Intel 545s M.2 These are the options for RAM right...
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    BIOS update help

    Hey so i dont know if my bios needs a update i think it does this is Brand:Award Software International Inc. Version: FA Date 4/23/2013 i dont know how to update it. this is some motherboard stuff if it helps: Manufacturer Gigabyte Technology Co. Ltd. Model GA-78LMT-USB3 (Socket M2) and my...
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    How much resale value will i get for this 2 years old PC.?

    Hi guys ..!! I wanna sell my PC cuz im upgrading it to 1080ti and ryZen so here the build which I’ve done in 2015 i5 4440 3.2 ghz Gigabyte h87 gaming motherboard 16gb 1600mhz ddr3 Gtx 960 2gb oc ASUS 1 TB WB 7200 rpm HDD Cooler master 600W PSU I reside in INDIA but u can make it in dollars...
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    Computer freezing randomly and restarting (somewhat consistently) when gaming

    Hello, Im having a problem with random restarts and freezes when gaming, i play lol, csgo and pubg. When playing PUBG i load into the match starting area (where you wait for all players to join), and after 10-15 seconds the pc just restarts itself, this happens pretty consistently, every time...
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    Upgrade old i5 2400 to i5 8600k

    Hello together! I´d like to ask such following "problem". I want to upgrade my computer the next time. I only use it for gaming. Atm i have and old i5 2400 / 8 gb RAM / MB Asus P8H67 / Asus ROG STRIX GTX 1060/6Gb My idea was to buy i5 8600 k / ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-H Gaming / 16 GB RAM...
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    Is more cores better when you have the same amount of threads?

    Let's say you have 2 equal processors except for 2 specs. One has 4 cores and hyperthreading, giving it 8 threads, The other has 8 cores and no hyperthreading, giving it 8 threads. Are they equal in power?
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    AMD FX-8320 Crashes

    To keep it short, I literally have to underclock my AMD FX-8320 down to around 70% if I want to keep from crashing during gameplay. This includes games such as Arma 3, DayZ Standalone, Skyrim, SkyrimSE, For Honor, Planetside 2, GTA V, The Division, and so on. Here are my specs: CPU: AMD FX-8320...
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    Currency mining with existing high-end rig?

    OK, I don't plan to spend a dime on more hardware for currency mining- just wondering if my already bought-and-paid-for gaming rig could make me some money when I'm not gaming or just surfing. I mean, why not? Any experienced miners out there who could weigh in? Aorus Xtreme 1080 Ti (OC'd but...
  17. tac339

    Maximus IX Code Memory Configuration Help

    Hello good people of Toms! This community helped me build my first ever PC in 2010 (big-ups!) and I'm about to build my 2nd rig. However I have an issue. I'm planning on using the Rog Maximus IX Code motherboard and 32GB (2x 16GB modules) of RAM. THE ISSUE: There is an illustration in the...
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    Looking for a super low budget gpu

    hey all,im a noob regarding which gpu is better for me and i wanted to ask the community. I want a super cheap gpu that can run league of legends in low settings in stable 30fps.My cpu is intel core quad q6600 and i have 2gb of ddr2 ram with a 220w power supply. any advice?
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    10 pins wire on Lenovo PSU to 8 pins CPU connector

    Hi, will it work if I will put 10 pins CPU into 8 pins CPU on a motherboard? 2 pins just "flying" in this case, is it ok or I should look for another PSU? Motherboard - ASRock Rack EP2C602-4L/D16 Dual LGA2011/ Intel C602/ DDR3/ SATA3/ V&4GbE/ SSI EE http://imgur.com/a/9zrFh...
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    I don't know much about GPU's help me pick one.

    https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/33b6jc This is my current build and I'm not sure if the GPU is any good. Is the 1060 or 1070 better? Also I was wondering if ASUS Radeon RX 480 STRIX GAMING OC is better. Thanks! :)
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    Alternatives to SpeedFan?

    I've recently switched to using an Arctic Liquid Freezer 240 for my CPU after using a Corsair H80i, and I cannot seem to find any software by Arctic for managing the fans unlike Corsair. I've started using SpeeFan, but what it lists as the CPU temp is wrong -- 128C, especially with the rest of...
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    32gb of memory 2×8+2×8 problem???

    I have 32gb of ram memory about to build my first pc, but I have 2 packages of 2×8, I've heard of ram having to be compatible, will this work for me?
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    Only two of four memory slots work. After getting it to boot I can't install windows.

    Just bought new pc components. Put it all together and the system wouldn't boot with memory in second and fourth slot. I try a bunch of combinations and only the last two work. During this testing the yellow led on mother board came on when I had memory in 2nd and 4th slot. Then tried different...
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    Microsoft Windows not responding?

    So for the past few months, it seems that every single week this happens. At random, all applications will freeze and then this popup appears. I can still move my mouse around but I can't interact with anything other than the popup. If I click "end process" my desktop becomes blank with...
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    Will GSYNC(FREESYNC) matter when your fps = hz?

    If my game is running at a constant 60fps and my monitor's refresh rate is also 60hz, will gsync(freesync) matter in this situation?
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    Minor Upgrades for my prebuilt

    I have a HP Pavilion p6-2120 that I want to upgrade a little bit. To keep things simple for now I wont be replacing my MOBO, so what is the best option for CPU and RAM for me and maybe a new power supply. Also if i replace my 2gb RAM card for another 4gb to keep costs down what are my option? I...
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    How to detect non-system corrupted files?

    One of my Backup Hard-drives crashed, but I was able to rescue most of the files. However, I have found that many of the files I "rescued" are actually corrupt. Does anyone know of a utility that can test all my files to see which ones are bad? Checksum software won't work, because I don't...
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    Would a Pentium G640 Bottleneck a 1050ti?

    Looking to upgrade this pre-built http://h20564.www2.hp.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=c03355381 which is using a 430W EVGA PSU instead of the 220W one with the low profile version of the gtx 1050ti but I have no idea if the CPU with the GPU would result in a bottleneck. Also, do I need to...
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    Cougar attack x3 rgb

    hello to all, a few days ago I bought the Cougar Attack X3 RGB and wondered if there software to do even more effects with LED, type the audio visualizer (spectrograph and others), I found some example programs this ( https: //github.com/CalcProgrammer1/KeyboardVisualizer ), just do not go: c...
  30. FalconFan93

    Whats a good voltage limit for a 6700k?

    I had for a while 1.35v @4.5. I really need all the single thread performance I can get so I've been trying to get to 4.6 but its failing unless I bump the voltage up to 1.37 on my mobo which my asus suite is telling me under load it goes up to 1.43v is this still in the safe zone?
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    Why does my cpu usage and temprature go up so much right now?

    I just opened up Heroes and generals... a not so cpu heavy game... which i used to run with 200 fps and 50% cpu usage, now i run the game with 100% usage and 60fps with the game freezing alot.... the temprature of my pc hits 70celcius even though it ran with 50 celcius before... why is this...
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    Can i use my lenovo laptop withouth the battery

    My old lenvo laptop has dead battery .If i use it without the batter will i damage anything?
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    how to give applications 100% cpu time

    while video encoding the program (CloneBD) does not get enough cpu time due to the system idle process, how to overcome this ? Tried to give real-time priority with sysinternals process explorer but no difference.
  34. TrAAst

    Damaged motherboard. Should I get a new?

    I couldn't start my computer with RAM in dual channel (continuous reboot). I sent it in and they said it was because of being too rough when screwing in the CPU fan that broke some connectors. I've used it for about a year in single channel with no problems. Should I worry about anything...
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    SLI Question GTX 970

    Sorry for my bad english but here goes I have a GTX 970 strix that displays garbage after 30-45mins of use and shows driver issues. Yeah its broken we tried it with my friend's rig too Rma isnt possible because I bought it 2nd hand in Canada (no receipt) it served me for only 6month. I reside...
  36. Master565

    RX480 4GB vs GTX1060 3GB

    So im looking to get the new GPU and yes, i know this question was here many times but i still want to ask. I used only NVidia GPUs before,currently owning GTX 650 and i want to know which one should i get. Both cost same price, RX goes for 237€ Sapphire Nitro+ and GTX 1060 for about 240€. I...
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    Corsair H100i standoff screws stuck with backplate

    I was trying to install the Corsair H100i v2 on an ASUS Z170A motherboard for an Intel 6600k CPU. However, I believe I did not screw in the standoffs properly since the backplate is moving slightly (there is some space between the back of the motherboard and the backplate). I tried to remove the...
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    AMD APU clock speed locked

    Hello everyone. I have an AMD A10-5800k APU. Due to the fact that it was overheating and shutting down due to its turbo feature (boost automatically up to 4.2MHz from the base clock of 3.8), since i was also using its iGPU with stock cooler. To counter that, i had reduced the APU's clock speed...
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    I have cable wifi, ( cable and wifi $130 per month) live on SS. I really need to find a way to reduce costs, i live within 1 m

    Looking for simple instructions to get wifi in my house, inexpensivly, to survive cost of living increases!
  40. Immense13

    Will My PC Handle a ASUS STRIX GeForce GTX 970

    This is the GPU I want https://www.amazon.com/GeForce-Overclocked-256-bit-DisplayPort-Graphics/dp/B00NJ9BJ8G/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1476277261&sr=1-3&keywords=gtx%2B970&th=1 These are my specs. GPU - GeForce GT 730 CPU - 3.5 GHz FX-Series Six-Core FX-6300 8 GB SDRAM DDR3 Motherboard -...