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    [SOLVED] Can companies tell the difference between a defect and fried cpu?

    So i think i fried my cpu and i really dont know how, its not my first time building a pc. I can still send it back but they say they will run tests to see if it really doesnt work. My question is, can a company discover that a cpu is fried and deny your money back or will any problem be...
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    Best Prime Day Deals 2019

    Find out what you can expect from this year's Prime Day. Best Prime Day Deals 2019 : Read more
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    [SOLVED] I need some info on dual monitor setups.

    So I have my new PC ready to go and Im going to run a dual monitor setup. I have an RX Vega 64 Airboost GPU in it and i have my two monitors. Im going to use my good monitor for gaming and the second one for multitasking and multimedia. Is it just as simple as plugging my main monitor into my...
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    NSIS error please help!

    Hello, so my problem is I just made a new computer amd cpu amd graphics card and when I try to install the amd drivers it just says nsis erro and I can do nothing about it I tried everything and nothing works please help me!
  5. volkerball3011

    Bluetooth card won't let me connect, pair or unpair devices.

    Hello, I recently purchased a dedicated WiFi/Bluetooth PCI card for my Windows 10 PC, as I wanted something better than the $10 Bluetooth dongle I'd been using, as well as the option to use Wifi when I take my PC to a friend or relative's house. The WiFi seems to work fine, but as stated in my...
  6. ClydeClerk

    [SOLVED] office 2013 crashes

    office 2013 shuts down when opening documents - win 10 - worked great yesterday. have tried repair and reinstall. Also installed new Quicken 2019 right before error started.
  7. osage2011

    [SOLVED] Can't load program: mdmp 'crash'

    Upgraded to W10, but now my FSX SE has occasional 'crashes' attempting load. This is the log in my FSX folder: fsx _62615_crash_2019_1_7T21_39C.mdmp Posted this in AVSIM as well. Thanks Doug
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    Windows 10 (CPU?) Problems

    My Win 10 Laptop (which is like 2 days old) is just a total mess. Sometimes the CPU is stressed out to 100% from minor tasks and sometimes it will just drop to 0.79-0.8 Ghz after running on 100%. If I run ANYTHING its like super slow (Games run fine for like 3 minutes but then the FPS are...
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    [SOLVED] My first build

    I'm building a budget gaming pc for the first time. I have a question, is ASUS PRIME A320M-K compatible with Ryzen 3 1200 and Asus Strix rx 570 4gb (90YV0AJ1-M0NA00)?
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    Reusing a Hard Drive

    So my situation is I am going to build a new PC using an old hard drive from my previous build, the new build having pretty much all new components other than the hard drive, and everything I look up on the topic, the people already have a fresh hard drive when they are installing the old one...
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    [SOLVED] 1TB Data-Drive to 2TB Raid 1 drives?

    Hi! I've bought 2x 2TB Drives I want to use as RAID1 data storage. I have a 1TB "D: drive" now with a few programs installed on. It's not a OS-drive, but I still want to keep the software working without re-installing them on the new RAID1 with the 2TB Drives. How can I move the 1TB Data...
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    Asus PRIME X399-A Motherboard 8pin PSU

    I just build a PC with this Asus PRIME X399-A Motherboard and a AMD threadripper 1900x CPU and an RTX 2080 Graphics card. the motherboard has 3 inlets for power . one normal. one 8 pin and one 4 pin. in the manual it says all 3 should be pluged in from PSU . but when all are in the system won't...
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    Small case for big GPU

    Hey guys. I need myself a new PC and wanna build it myself. Haven't done this in 10 years (literally) so thought I'd ask around. It does feel a little "Hello peeps please solve my problem" to just ask, but I have a few requirements and having a hard time really figuring out what fits me, so...
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    Computer shuts down with 2 RAM sticks in

    Apperently my BIOS settings reset themselves for some reason, and whenever i have another ram stick in my computer will turn on, then shut off 10 seconds later. but when i only have 1 ram stick in i can boot up just fine. I know its not a problem with my RAM sticks because they were working 3...
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    [SOLVED] Is an Intel Wireless-Ac 9260 card with an M.2 2230 form factor compatible with an MSI B250 pro-VD board?

    I have an MSI B250 pro-VD board. I bought an Intel Wireless-Ac 9260 card. I was confused because the board has an M2 slot and the card had an M2 form factor. I have now learned that there are different types of M2 slots. Is this wireless card compatible with my board? It seems like it might fit...
  16. FlareTech

    Hard Drive OPTIMIZATION

    Hello everyone! So I was browsing the Web and overcame a video from 4 years ago made by NCIX Tech Tips on Optimizing a Hard Drive for performance. I was wondering if this method is still viable for today and if I should use it. A guide on doing so that is more descriptive would be great but I...
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    Ryzen 2700x or i7 9700k

    For my personal build should i get ryzen 7 2700x or i7 9700k and why ( for gaming)
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    What lights to use for MSI X370 Pro Gaming Carbon Mobo

    I have never dealt with RGB inside of my computer before and now I have bought new parts I wanna give it a go, as the title says I have a MSI X370 pro Gaming Carbon Mobo, I'm aware the motherboard comes with a RGB header does that allow me to just connect LED strips to it and control it with the...
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    QNAP TS-251+ Failing to boot

    Hello, My QNAP TS-251+ is not booting anymore. When I try to power on, the power led glows for a second or two, while the land led start glowing. The device is getting rebooted by itself after 10 seconds. After the reboot, the fan and lan led continue to work. There is a short tick sound, 3...
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    Red flashing motherboard

    Hi I build my first pc but before I try to power the system there is this red light that flashing for 2-3 sec in the left corner near the flash+ and the CPU. my motherboard is Msi b450 gaming pro carbon ac. It need 8+4 pin for the cpu but in the manual says there is no need because I’m not gonna...
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    Ryzen 2200g OC to 3975MHz

    Hello, I just built my first budget gaming computer. Spec: Ryzen 3 2200g Gammaxx 400 MSI B450 A PRO GeIL SUPER LUCE RGB SYNC AMD Edition 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 3000 (PC4 24000) I am in the middle of overclocking the CPU with the ryzen master and intel burn test v2.54...
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    [SOLVED] Compatible or not will gigabyte usb3ga78lmt and zotac 1050ti 4 gb

    My existing pc specs are below :- cpu-amd fx 6300 mobo-gigabyte usb3ga78lmt ram-corsair vengeance ddr3 8gb psu-corsair 550 watt I wish to buy a gpu and I have chosen zotac gtx 1050 ti oc 4gb.I am not sure if this is compatible with my existing build.Need help asap.Thanks.
  23. fiat127lover

    Ryzen Balanced Power Plan, how to get it? :/

    Hello everyone I've deleted the Ryzen Balanced power plan, I don't know if it's a good thing because I've seen that it make my CPU goes to 3.8ghz every time ! But in normal mode it's gradually, like when i'm on Opera the cpu is running about 2.2/2.5ghz or something like that, and it rises up...
  24. Viking2121

    Game Stutter in Windowed

    Hey everyone, I'm vary familiar with PC hardware as I build PC's and I often like to overclock, have been doing it for years, But when it comes to software, I consider myself above average but no expert. That out of the way, My system spec is at the bottom, I can play pretty much every game I...
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    How do i connect a headset with a usb and 3.5mm jack to my ps3

    I have a pair of headset with mic that i cant figure out houw to hook it to my ps3
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    Speaker rattle/scratching noise

    Just bought a new LG SJ3 soundbar with subwoofer. when i'm playing music, or just any kind of sound through it i can hear a scratchy noise. the soundbar has 4 membranes or speakers in the front, and the scratchy noise is coming from only one of them. If i gendly touch the speaker, pushing it a...
  27. D

    Design and gaming

    dell s2719dgf or dell u2717d??? I am a graphic designer and a gamer, which one is the best for me?
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    BIOS update..now SSD is acting strange

    Hey guys, I will try and keep this brief for now.. I tried following a few guides to overclock my i5-4670k and nearly all of them said I should update my BIOS to the most recent version first. I'm fairly new to both OCing and updating the BIOS... Here is my rig I updated the BIOS via USB...
  29. cangelini

    Radeon RX 590 Review: AMD’s First 12nm GPU Hits 225W

    AMD's Radeon RX 590 is based on a 12nm Polaris GPU designed to fill the void between Radeon RX 580 and Vega 56. While it certainly is faster, higher power consumption hampers the company's performance per watt ratio. Radeon RX 590 Review: AMD’s First 12nm GPU Hits 225W : Read more
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    Help critique $2000 build

    Hi, I was fortunate enough to have help and someone put this build together for me. I currently have Alienware 34 inch monitor and want to make the most outta it. https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824260555 Will be windows 10 and I do have keyboard and mouse. Will...
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    MSI GE62 2QF constantly overheating and fans running at max

    About 2 years ago, the fans on my laptop died and were then replaced, ever since It's constantly overheating and fans are running on full all the time. What's gone wrong?
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    BSOD : Bad Pool Caller Windows 10

    Hello, I am looking for some help with a BSOD issue that I have been dealing with when I play Witcher 3. Every time I get the BSOD it give me a bad_pool_caller issue. I have not had a problem with other games yet so far in other CPU and GPU intensive games. All of my drivers and software in my...
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    Asrock Z390 Phantom Gaming mITX discussion

    Anyone using this board yet? So far I'm pretty happy with it running a 9900K. I just read the review Tom's did so I decided to look at my DRAM voltage, and mine also measures odd. This is BIOS 1.27. For example here is the setpoint I set at 1.33v: Here is the hardware monitoring showing...
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    Sapphire Radeon RX 590 Nitro+ Special Edition Hits Newegg Canada

    Leaked images show custom Radeon RX 590 models from AMD partners, such as XFX, Sapphire, and PowerColor. Sapphire Radeon RX 590 Nitro+ Special Edition Hits Newegg Canada : Read more
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    PC won't start after nearby impact

    I got angry while playing a game and hit my desk hard. I did not hit my computer or make contact with it. The game instantly froze up and the speakers let out a loud buzzing noise. I powered off my computer and waited a tiny bit. I then turned it back on, and everything loaded up fine. I got...
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    cheapest cpu motherboard combo for streaming games

    i want to upgrade my mobo and cpu for streaming games, but i need something below at least 300. i also have an htc vive so id like them to be vr compatible as well. i just cant find anything. any help would be great! i currently have an amd fx 6300 six core cpu, a gigabyte 970a-ds3p fx...
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    Frustrated, all games crash in Windows 10, tried everything I can think of

    I'm hoping someone here can help me solve this issue which I just cannot find an answer to.... Firstly my specs: Motherboard: Asus Maximus Hero VIII - On latest Bios - made no difference CPU: Skylake I7 6700 Ram: 4x8gb Corsair Vengeance DDR4 GPU: EVGA Geforce 980ti 6GB PSU: Corsair AX860i...
  38. El Sergio

    Maximus VIII Hero lights up, but no fans, no POST no other power.

    Hello all, My assumption here is that I have fried my motherboard or CPU, I just can't figure out which - and maybe (hopefully) I am wrong. My system has been running fine for about 2 years-ish until the other day when I plugged my phone into the USB port. Then I heard a "click" and the system...
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    [SOLVED] First built pc not working

    Hi everyone . I’m in the process of building my first pc . To start with specs are : MSI a320m GamingPro motherboard 8gb ddr4 budget series avexir ram Amd a6-9500 cpu 3.5 ghz boost to 3.8 Radeon hd5670 4gb. Gpu Also has a silver stone 450watt psu Everything turns on and is fine but it just...
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    RX 570 vs 580 vs 1050Ti

    Hi people ! I have already made the topic of buying new graphics card, but this situation is a little bit weird. My current GPU is "GTX 750 Ti Gigabyte OC 1GB Edition" and I want to upgrade GPU to Radeon RX XFX 570 4GB or Gigabyte Radeon RX 580 Gaming G1 or Gigabyte GTX 1050Ti Gaming G1 The...