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I'm looking for a recommendation for a sound card with optical out that will support my 7.1 headphones. My motherboard unfortunately doesn't have any toslink so I need something pcie that works with Windows 10. The cheaper the better and even usb is ok as long as it has Dolby 7.1. Thanks in...

I recently upgraded my computer to Ryzen+Vega and planned on handing down my fx8320+R9 290 to my girlfriend. I didn't realize that she had a computer her dad had previously buildt her with an i5 2320 in it. I've always been an AMD guy, but only due to the fact that they're generally cheaper...

EK just released an kit for vega and it supports Ryzen for $240(link below). My current vega 56 has the following settings in wattman: Frequency %: 3 Voltage control: 1100 for pstate 6 and 7 Memory:900mhz Fan speed: max Power limit: +50 This results in my gpu core clock boosting and...

I'm looking to mount my old 1080p 25" monitor above my 34" ultrawide. Problem is, the 25" has 6 holes for the mount and the ultrawide has 4. 4 out of the six holes are infact Vesa, but it would cause the monitor to be off center. Does anyone know of a bracket or mounth that would...

I'd like to trade my AMD FX 8320 and Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 for a mitx motherboard with full pci express slot and an i3 or i5. The 8320 is lapped and has been overclocked to 4.4ghz in the past. It should be capable of higher with a better cooler than what i have. I want to trade due to this...

I'd like to trade my second HTPC for something that is smaller and more energy efficient. The specs are as follows: CPU: Phenom2 x6 1055T with CoolerMaster VORTEX+ heatsink MB: Gigabyte GA-970A-UD3 Ram: Generic 8GB DDR3 1333 VGA: Nvidia 650 TI 2GB 1189/1475 PSU: Antec Neo Eco 520W...

I know this is a weird question, but what is the best case that fits a full atx MOBO with little airflow? I currently have an Antec p182(love the design) laying sideways inside of a closed tv stand. I have little choice in the placement due to a very touchy toddler. Are there any cases that...

I'm in the market for a cooling solution for my R9 290 reference. I'm looking for an Accelero Extreme IV, Gelid Icy Vision GC-VGA02-01, or Prolimatech MK-26. I would be willing to buy an AIO Asetek based water cooler if its new. I'm hesitant to purchase any older ones as I'm worried about...

I accept Paypal and Heat is under Mccaula718 GTX 770 $260 Shipped OBO PRICE DROPSold 4GB DDR3 $30 Shipped for both or $20 a piece OBO PRICE DROP 2GB Gskill DDR3 1333 2GB Crucial Ballistics DDR3 1333 I ran both of these in a pair in my backup system for the last two years with no issues...

I'm interested in running a home server on my htpc via VMware workstation. What is the best one available? My current setup is just home group across 3 disks of data:2 750 gb and 1 tb with windows 7 on a ssd. I have 16 gb ram otw with an 8 core fx 8320 so my specs should definitely fit the...

I keep reading all the news that the wii u is a failure yet I find myself playing it more than my ps4. As of right now, there are no ps4 games I want to play(infamous second son will obviously change that). I don't personally find it a failure but a great second console. I can't find a reason...

So I recently heard that 7950's have gone up in value due to litecoin mining. I would like to get an Nvidia GTX 770 with custom cooler in exchange. I would be willing to trade outright or sell for $325 so I can buy one. I have a MSI Twin Frozr 3 7950 with the 7970 PCB(6x+8x power connectors)...

I was wondering how well the xb one will handle my htpc(with cable card) hooked up to the hdmi in?

I have a unique problem. I currently run a htpc with a ceton infinit4 cable card tuner with a 360 in my bedroom for a "cable box" aka media center extender. I haven't played a 360 game in years due to pc gaming. I am however very interested in playing gta5 in my living room. Any suggestions...

I'm in the market for a smaller laptop with a better battery life. I'm selling off my Asus G73JH to help pay for it. This laptop has been great, just not very mobile for taking to class. It is able to play every game I play on my desktop(Skyrim, GW2, Bishock Infinite) at 1080p with at least...

I'm looking to buy a Steam or UPlay Far Cry 3 game for ~$10 via Paypal. Please PM any offers

I'm looking to upgrade my HTPC graphics card to a 650ti or hd 7790. I'm willing to spend $100 shipped for the card. Card must be 9" or shorter due to clearance issues. Payment via Paypal. Heat: Mccaula718

I'm in the market for a new CPU cooler. I'm looking for something that is very close to the best available(aka 2nd Tier). I would prefer a NZXT Havik 140 or a THermalright True Spirit 140. I currently have the Xigmateck 1283 so please don't offer me a 212 EVO as it is not upgrade to me. I'm...

So I'm sure you've all read this before. I'm in the market for a new cpu to match with my newly bought HD 7950. Up until recently I thought for sure I was going to purchase the 3570k. After doing some research, I came upon this video: 3570vs8350OC This seems to be one of the only things...

I'm in the market for a new PSU. I am looking to spend around $50 shipped for a PSU that is capable of driving an [email protected]+ and 2 overclocked 7950s. This limits to a very quality 650w but most likely 750+ Let me know what you have! Payment: Paypal Heatware: Mccaula718 Shipped to 21113

I have my hd6970 up for sale on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200898690969 I also have it for sale in my FS thread: http://hardforum.com/showthread.php?t=1746404 Let me know if you have any questions through private message or email: [email protected] Heat...

Its that time of year where I upgrade my computer. I need some funds for some new parts so I have some things I'd like to sale. Heatware under Mccaula718. All items include shipping, OBO, and are as is other than guaranteed not to be DOA. XFX HD 6970 with Accelero Extreme Plus II $185 obo...

So i currently have a HTPC that is being used as a media server as well. It currently has 4 hds in a relatively small case(2 hds are ziptied to fit). I have a nice desktop that is connected via Fastethernet(antec p182) that i would like to put 3 of the hard drives in and use as network drives...

I've been seeing different things on the forums in regards to Yamakasi, catleap, shimian, etc. monitors. I've found different versions on ebay that i'm interested in buying. For those who currently own or who have knowledge of them, are there particular things I should be looking for...

So i've suspected for awhile that my psu was not strong enough to run my system overclocked. I eliminated any driver issues over the last two weeks. That brought me to today where I ran Intelburntest and Furmark at the same time and the system bluescreened([email protected] 1.55v & 6970 @ 1.3v) or just...

I'm in the market for some wireless headphones for my setup. I currently have a Denon AVR-589 receiver hooked up to a dish receiver and my htpc through optical. Is there a set of headphones that will allow me to listen to both dish and htpc while still playing the sound through the speakers...

Heatware Mccaula718 I'm in the market for an aftermarket heatsink(air) for my 6970. Please pm me offers with your heat and all included accessories(mainlyconcerned with ram and vrm heatsinks)

Paypal: [email protected] Heat: Mccaula718 Combo is OBO but please no lowball offers. PM any issues, questions, or concerns. $100 shipped Up for sale is a great combo for htpc or basic gaming computer: Pentium Dual Core e5200 Lapped. 3.75 @ 1.36V Comes with stock HS 4GB ddr2-800...

Heatware: Mccaula718 Paypal: [email protected] PM me any offers, issues, or questions. $80 shipped I have an EVGA GTX 285 up for sale. Card has been run at 720:1651:1360 for the last two years with no issues and no voltage bumps. Just upgraded to 6970 and need to sell this to make up some...

So i just bought a 6970 off the forums. I have 3 monitors, 1920x1080, 2x1440x900. I know eyefinity has to be the same res on all monitors so i have no plans of using it. Everything i read says you need an active adapter to run eyefinity but it doesn't say anything about just hooking up three...

Heatware: Mccaula718 Paypal: [email protected] PM me any offers, issues, or questions. I have a few items up for sale, All items are OBO, but do not low ball me. All items include shipping. Micron ddr2 800 cl6 8GB(2GBx4) PENDING I ran memtest on all 4 sticks but only 1 cycle. If you...

I'm looking at doing some upgrades for my aging system listed below. I would like to play BF3 on as high of settings possible at 1920x1080. As you can see from my current system, i don't upgrade often but when i do its with cheap and highly overclockable items. I would like to keep this...

My cell phone bill has become too expensive. The 130 for two smart phones on att that barely get used. I have an atrix that I'm not allowed to have on me at work(legally so don't suggest hiding it) and my wife hat an iphone 4 that she uses 99 percent of the time on wifi. Once I get home from...

Father in law gave me his computer that wouldn't boot. Verified that the data ports are no longer working by booting ubuntu live usb. If I buy a pci(express) sata card will I be able to boot from hard drives connected to it?

I'm looking to spend around $40 shipped for an Am2/am2+ 19 Motherboard. I have a couple of requirements though: 4xddr2 slots, io shield, and most importantly, it must support Phenom x4 9550 without updating bios. I don't have another cpu to flash bios with. Will pay by paypal. HEAT under Mccaula718.

I'm looking for a cheap AM2+ motherboard. Preferably ~$30. The only requirement is that it must have 4 DDR2 slots. I would prefer it to be Gigabyte or ASUS. Heatware under Mccaula718. Will pay by paypaln

One of my 750GB hd's is about to be full of tv shows. My os drive(750gb as well) has over 600 gb's available on it. Is there any way possible of having my TV shows folder span across two hard drives? The only way I can think of would be to have two seperate folders such as "Tv Shows a-m" on...

Up for sale is my mint condition Kindle fire. Device was purchased the first day it came out and has been in the case and Skinomi screen protector since day one. Got a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 for Xmas and have little use for this now. Comes with case, screen protector already installed, original...

I need some help with my 5.1 setup. I live in a town house so i have this weird rectangular livingroom/dining room area. Here's a picture of the setup. Uploaded with ImageShack.us My question is where should i put the surround speakers? They're on stands and bc of the dining room table...

I just upgraded my htpc. Now when I am downloading torrents on it, it takes all the available bandwidth. I cannot connect to any internet sites on the htpc or other computers. With my old Htpc, the download speed would drop to compensate for another program or computer accessing the Internet...