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  1. Mr Helix

    Question What size pads for MSI 3070 2X ?

    Hi long story short, I need to repad my 3070 could anyone help? I couldn't find anything regarding correct sizes for the MSI 3070 2X. I did find something on official MSI website, 2.25 and 2.75. I installed them correctly, but the GPU goes to 85c the moment the PC boots . What size pads do I...
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    Question Laptop running too hot after upgrade.

    Hello all, I upgraded my Lenovo ThinkPad E520 from an i3-2330M to an i7-2860QM. The laptop runs fine with no issues but it does run very hot. Recently one of the USB ports stopped working and its located right next to the CPU. I think this happened because of too much heat. I don't want to...
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    [SOLVED] Cpu temp 65degree celsius under 20-30% load.Is this normal? Amd x4 840

    I have an AMD X4 840 Quad core processor, i installed speecy to check some of my parts for sale, but then i saw on speccy it's 100 degrees cpu temperature, i didnt really believe it so i downloaded Core Temp and it shows max 65 degrees on like 40% load, it really varies the load goes from 20%...
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    Question Ryzen 9 3900 possible overheating please help

    Hello guys, i have this setup: x570 asrock phantom gmaing 4 gtx 1080 ti strix ryzen 9 3900x 750w psu 32 corsair vengeance 3000mhz Iam using stock cooler, and idle temperature is 55-65, while its loaded it goes up nearly 100 C. is this problem with cooler? (case is kinda hot inside with 3...
  5. ben_jamin

    [SOLVED] Video/Audio glitches after PC got too hot

    Hello, I've build my first PC in december (Mini ITX, Asrock, Z390 I7-8700, 16gig Ram, AMD RX 580). The Mini ITX case is stored in a media furniture and is used for both HTPC as light gaming PC. Normally when we game, we open the furniture door so the pc can "breathe". With AC Odessey set to...
  6. lon3wolf1ee5

    [SOLVED] AMD RYZEN 2600x too hot on water cooling?

    I just upgraded from a AMD A10 6800k to a RYZEN 5 2600x and a water cooler, but my CPU idles around 36° c to 55° c is this at all normal?
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    What kind of power supply and processor can support gtx1030 ti

    Hello.. I've 1 cpu.. AMD Athlon II x3 440 processor and using 500w power supply.. Then i bought gtx1030 ti gpu... When i turn on the cpu, only cpu worked but my monitor cant turn on.. Can my power supply and processor afford my gpu or do i need upgrade them. Thanks
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    MSI Z77A GD65 wont Post after new CPU

    Hey everyone, I recently upgraded my CPU from an i5-3470 to an i7-3770k. After swapping out processors my computer would not boot or have led's/fans run at all. I tested my power supply and it was somehow dead, and so i swapped it out for a new one as well. After the power supply swap my...
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    Does Installing Games on my SSD damage it?

    Hello guys, I have an Intel SSD 540s Series 240 GB, and I would like to install PUBG on it, could this game damage my SSD and short it's life span? (sorry for my english) Thank you!
  10. Y

    New GTX 1080 with random shutdowns.

    As you can guess by the title, I am experiencing random complete shutdowns, no warning just in the blink of an eye the pc is off. This only started after I installed my new Asus RoG Geforce GTX 1080 Strix 8gb graphics card. I previously had a EVGA Geforce GTX 560 TI which still works fine but...
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    Difference between same model cards

    I am looking at a putting together a new build soon and here are the parts I have picked out so far. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/nVYv9W About the video card, I am looking at getting a 1070. Now there are some that costs around $440 and some as high as $800. What are the differences in...
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    amd 10 7890k

    hey i was wondering if anyone has overclocked this cpu before above 4.3 gigs. i am not so good at overclocking and when i try to go above 4.3 my screen goes black and then it resets the pc and then stutters allot so i cant log back in, then i have to go to the bios and then change my settings...
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    how do i disable windows sign in screen on a acer aspire

    how do i disable windows sign in screen on a acer aspire
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    A10 7870k+R7 360 or FX-6300 +GTX 750 ti?

    Hi guys. That's my question. Should i go for a AMD FX 6300 3.5GHZ + GeForce GTX750Ti 2GB or 7870k+ R7 360 2GB will be a better option ? The pc's would be this: 1) ASUS A88XM-A Kingston HyperX Fury 1866 8GB (2x4) AMD A10 7870k MSI R7 360 2GB 2) ASUS M5A78L-M/USB3 Kingston HyperX...
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    Lenovo laptop T450s does not recognize minidisplayport outlet

    I have a t450s with a minidisplayport outlet in it but when i plug in a mini DP i cant get a monitor to work. it doesn't find an other screen to show the display on.
  16. R

    Modifying home network line important question

    Hello i have heard that attatching a capicitor on the end of your isp line ( the end of the line is the phone line lead comming in to your home from the ISP.), will make your bandwith or data rate faster and give you more bandwith. Im not sure if this turns out to be true. I have had a thought...
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    Hand Eye Coordination on two separate machines

    Hey there, I have a gaming rig and a mid-end laptop. The laptop is mostly just for uni work, but I often play video games on there with my friends at the lab. I will also be using the laptop at an upcoming LAN party... now the problem is that because I am used to the resolution/mouse...
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    powercolor r9-290x battlefield 4 edition VS asus gefore gtx 780

    which one more better?..please help me to make a decision to buy new gpu :)
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    Asus r9 280x

    How big power supply I should use to power PC with Asus R9 280x DirectCUII TOP?? I am planning to buy 600w power supply