Typhoon

Forum discussion tagged with Typhoon.
  1. S

    Will a ddr3 memory card affect a graphics card's performance?

    I bought an asus gtx1050 ti expedition today and i mistakenly bought a ddr4 memory instead of a ddr3 one ahhh Will my graphic's card performance get goofed up if i use a ddr3 memory card or not? My mobo is p8h61 lx3 plus from asus hope it helps a little thanks for answers!
  2. D

    Trying to upgrade my pre-built computer. My head hurts.

    Hey everyone. I just got my computer back, I send it to repair a BIOS problem and it just arrived today. I want to upgrade it. I was wondering if I can. My specs: - Mobo: Medion H81H3-EM2 chipset from Intel - CPU: i7 4790 - GPU: GTX 750 1GB - RAM: 8gb DDR3 - PSU: 350W random brand I was...
  3. F

    Do i need motherboard with crossfire for dualgpu

    I bought HD 5970 and as i get knowed itd dual gpu. I am buyng H81m and would like to know do i need motherboard with crossfire?
  4. S

    HP Elitebook 840 G1

    Hello all, I was recently given a HP Elitebook 840 G1. As it was free, I was looking into putting some money into it for upgrades (moderate gaming). It is sitting with a dule core I3-4010U at 1,7, 8gb of RAM, and the built in HD Integrated graphics. I am happy with the RAM but would like to...
  5. T

    Frequent ping spikes even after upgraded router and modem?

    The internet is usually fine when just browsing websites but when I load FPS games the ping frequently spikes even after I bought a new router and integrated modem. I'm guessing this would be either my adapter's issue or the ISP's issue (on the bill I think my parents are paying for 8.0M...
  6. S

    High speed cpu in i3

    what is the highest clock speed in intel core i3 4th generation and what is the product number of it
  7. Max Guymer

    £400 build for my friend, thoughts?

    I recently convinced a friend to switch from console to pc and he now has a budget of £400, so I put him together this: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/GqcVHx Are there any improvements that fit into this price of £400, also how well will it run in 1080p games, I'm guessing around mid to high settings?
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    ASUS GTX 970 Strix is 1x8pin, reduced performance if 1x6pin connected?

    I just bought an ASUS GTX970 Strix, it comes with a 8 pin connector and my PSU only has a 6 pin connector. So, doing some research, I found that they are backwards compatible, I can connect the 6 pin from PSU into the 8 pin in the GPU, only missing 2 ground pins which one of them is a detect...
  9. FredJr

    Thinking about upgrading

    Thinking about upgrading. I currently have two GTX 780's. Should I get another one or sell them and buy two GTX 980's?
  10. J

    August 2014 $550 Best Gaming PC Build?

    I would like to purchase a gaming PC but I'm not the best at computers. I saw some good ones on Ironside so I asked the guy what was better about one of Ironside's computers compared to another one and he said the cases are cooler.....that computer costs $745......I need your help!
  11. X

    Somthing i should upgrade

    What should i buy new to my pc? I got money atm so i wanna upgrade something or is it good enough for bf4 on ultra? Sorry for shitty english My Specs: Cpu: Amd fx 8350 Gpu: Msi gtx 780 Motherboard: Asus M5A97 LE R2.0 Psu: Corsair cx600 8 ram
  12. Kareem Ghanameh

    Battlefield 3 is laging even in campaign?

    I have FX 6350 3.9Ghz R9 270 XFX Kingston Hyper X 8gb ram 1866hz Still BF 3 NOT 4 is lagging a lot!!!!!!! I used to play it with same GPU but 4gb ram and Pentium G3420 and it was better, I don't think it's the CPU so what is wrong ? :/ I installed the catalyst 14.4 driver I have Win 8.1
  13. Ninjamilez

    New to PC gaming. Need help with choosing components.

    I'd like to build my first gaming PC and I need some help with choosing components. I already have a good idea of what I want but I'm struggling with choosing a graphics card. Currently, this is what I'm considering: Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z87X-UD4H ATX LGA1150 CPU: Intel i5-4670K Cooling...
  14. C

    3rd Gen i5 vs 4th Gen i7.

    Hi Guys, I would love to have some opinions, on how important the difference between a 3rd gen and 4th gen processor is in terms of speed and pricing? In terms of speed would you rather go for a 3rd Gen i7 or a 4th Gen i5? Also, I wonder how the pricing of the above two would compare? Thanks
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    How will this handle games

    Will it play games like Metro 2033,Crysis 2 and the upcoming BF3 at all the highest settings? ASUS 24X Burner Black SATA Model DRW-24B3LT LightScribe Support - OEM Thermaltake Element G VL10001W2Z Black ATX Mid Tower Computer Case SAPPHIRE 100311SR Radeon HD 6970 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express...
  16. B

    Super Orb

    can i mount a super orb on my pentium III with socket 370? and, does it fit into my Asus CUSL2?
  17. G

    TNT 2 M64

    I am wondering how far people have overclocked their TNT 2 M64's, and have they used much/very drastic cooling methods?
  18. G

    Laptop Mobo Problems, No Power!

    Hello, recently I installed a new motherboard in my laptop, an asus g71gx because the old one went bad. After installing everything to almost exactly how it was before I started, nothing happens when I plug the power in. No lights, beeps or anything of the kind. Absolutly nothing happens. The...
  19. kenbb1983

    Memory for a Sony Vaio PCG-7G2L

    I'm looking for two 1gb chips for a Sony Vaio PCG-7G2L Laptop. I know it takes 533mhz or maybe 667mhz ddr2, i just want to make sure i get ram that matches the laptop. Thank you:)
  20. toastedsocks

    What is a good thermally conductive, but electrically non-conductive liquid?

    I am going to build a submersion PC, but I was wondering what liquid is a great thermal conductor, but at the same time non-conductive of electricity?
  21. spayd

    ASRock Z77M + i5-3570k compatibilty???

    Hello, This is my first post so I hope I'm doing it right! I recently got a new i5-3570k from Newegg but the motherboard I got for it was an EVGA P67 Micro Atx that apparently doesn't support Ivy Bridge processors nor does EVGA have a BIOS update for it. I don't want to do that mistake again...
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    Modifying a GA-7DX

    Hello All, I have an older computer with a Gagabyte GA-7DX rev 2.2. This MB was built for Micron and doens't have the jumpers to boost the FSB to 200MHz. I have found posts of people modifying the board by adding the jumpers but nothing recent. I wan't to upgrade to a AMD 2600XP and need...
  23. J

    Upgrading CPU on a Toshiba A215-S4747 notebook

    Similar topic as the one I posted on the HP CQ60-211DX. Realizing how possible it is to do with an Intel laptop, I'm wanting to do the same thing with my older AMD Toshiba. So the question is, what series and models of processors can I upgrade it to? Though I doubt I'll be able to get...
  24. S

    Need Advice on Building a Small Business Server

    Hello, I am planning on ordering a server ASAP for my family's company. The original proposal by the management office was a Dell Server which came out to $2300 and I figured for that money I can make something much better. The dell server had an Intel Xeon X3300 --- x1, 4GB DDR2, and 2 hard...
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    Question on Motherboard Combo from Newegg & Question on RAM choice

    Would anyone happen to know if the Asus P8Z77-V Pro with the i5-3570k combo would come with the free offered 2 modules of G.Skill 4GB Ram? Also, if so, I am not very familiar with the G.Skill brand, so if someone could also tell me how good the RAM is?
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    Phenom run 1066Mhz in 800Mhz help!

    i just bought a new system unit. Phenom 9950 2.6G mobo Asus M3A78 PRO 3 G ram 1066 psu gigabyte odim pro 800W graphic card will buy in future. my problem is my RAM just running in 800Mhz. how to solve it. i have c at other forum they oso have this problem v phenom AMD. they say the AMD is...
  27. T

    CPU Cooling Fan Slooow

    Firstly I'd like to say that I think it's awesome being part of this community. :D Secondly: I own an Intel DG33BU mainboard, and two days ago I installed an Intel Q8200. After doing some research I've come to realise that the thermal control only kicks in at 72 degrees celsius which is way...
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    ASRock TP-55 Self CMOS reseting

    I also have 16GB of 1333 RAM. Here's what's been happening: The computer first started freezing. Then it started to shut down with a CMOS reset randomly. Half of my RAM is now not recognized by the mobo. At start up it says "8048mb ok" while posting. In Win7x64 is says 8gb "hardware...
  29. T

    Which rail goes to what? (In a four 12V rail PSU)

    I was wondering what hardware goes on each rail in a power supply with four 12 volt rails? All I know is that the processor gets it's own rail, I believe. Thanks.
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    CPUZ reading, don't know what to think?

    it says my steping is B, but for revision, it's blank. Also, Core Speed is showing 2000.1, why dosn't it say 2660.0? Multiplier 6 FSB 1333 I have a e6750 2.66. My MB is a P35C-DS3R, corsair xms 800. I just built this thing. any help much appreaciated.
  31. Berok

    Need BIOS setting for KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX Asrock Z77 Pro3

    Hello, I'm looking for help on ram settings in bios for KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX on a asrock Z77 Pro3 board
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    CPU Support

    Hello, I currently have an Intel core i5-650 3.2 GHz and on the Intel site is stated that the processor is LGA 1156. Will this processor fit in a LGA1155 motherboard like a MSI Intel H77MA-G43 or a MSI Intel Z77A-G45?
  33. zulux

    Swapping out my mobo-what can I expect??

    Thanks for reading this,I am swapping out my Gigabyte motherboard for a better Gigabyte motherboard ,one with all the headers and pci slots that I need,my question is what can I expect to happen in terms of data loss. I really don't know,I bought an NZXT phantom case recently and swapped over...
  34. foshizz

    Does it really matter!

    Does it really matter what brand my memory is? I know the cas latency will affect it marginally, as well as the frequency. But, honestly, will you really feel the difference in everyday computing? Hell, even games? It seems like Only when benchmarking can you feel the difference. I think...
  35. B

    Crossfire Intel or AMD?

    Hi tech guys... This is what I have at the moment: - Intel Pentium D 930 3.0GHz Processor - ASUS P5LD2 (Just sold yesterday) - ASUS 512MB EAX1600PRO/TD - 1GB DDR2 533MHz Memory I just sold my ASUS P5LD2 yesterday and I was planning to try out Crossfire. But I got to choose between ASUS P5WD2-E...
  36. dexpedition

    Will the RAM on my Motherboard fit?

    Hello, i was wondering if the Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD3H motherboard (which is the one i want to buy) will fit with the CPU cooler i want to buy (the Coolermaster Hyper 212) without touching or breaking the RAM, it seems to be a tight fit (thats what she sed, hahaha) Anyone knows if this cooler...
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    Confused

    Hello, why does my computer screen goes out when the mouse is inactive
  38. N

    Difficult problem, unsure if motherboard

    Hello, I have been having an awful problem with my PC and I am trying to narrow down where the issue lies but am having some difficulty. PC specs are the following Win 7 Home ASUS Mobo Kingston SSDNOW 64gb (I think sandforce 2 based version) WD 2tb storage Intel core I5 Radeon 5850 8 gigs of...
  39. D

    am i making dumb choices?

    I am planning to build anew system for xmas. main uses are internet,( surfing, Runescape ) and my daughter wants to play Sims2. current systems are:ABS PIII 500 Mhz 640 Mb RAM MATROX Millennium w/ 32 Mb etc...
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    Thanks VPinMAME table authors

    Archived from groups: rec.games.pinball (More info?) I just felt the need to publically say "Thanks" to *all* the folks that have poured their time and effort into developing the VPins, particulary Scapino (Kurt Herman) and PacDude (don't know you yet) and there's a ton of others as well. The...