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I am replacing my current rig and I am looking for feedback on the components I am selecting: Inel Core i7-6700 3.4ghz w/ HT (4.0 Turbo) - 8MB L3 Cache 850 Watt EVGA SuperNova PS ASUS Z170M-Plus - Intel Z170 Chipset MB Phanteks Low Profile CPU Cooler - PH-TC12LS 16GB of RAM - Crucial Ballistix...

I am running two nVidia SLI 8800GTs in a SLI config.My build is below. Last week my PC started crashing and BSOD during games. At shutdown I got a black screen with random $ all over it and at boot I got distorted yellow lines through my BIOS screen. Finally Windows Device Manager reported...

I am looking for a new monitor to replace my 19'' Samsung. I do basic computing functions and gaming (BF3, SimCity, and most new games). Should I go with a IPS or PLS? What do you think of this HP: HP 2311xi (IPS) w/ HDMI - $189.99...

I am new to SSD, but know the primary benefits are speed. Is it worth having a 256GB SSD drive running the OS and a 1TB HDD to store data? If I am running just the OS on the SSD, but have the game installed on the HDD then do I gain any speed benefits? I know I cannot survive for long...

If you order a pre-built PC online and it has liquid cooling could it freeze during shipment? I have seen both home and business desktops from HP feature this option now. Living a cold climate region I am curious about this happening. Thanks.

Thoughts on these specs for a new gaming PC. My current Velocity Micro is having hardware issues. This is not a VM. Windows 8 64 Processor 3rd Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770K quad-core processor 3.5GHz, 8MB Shared Cache HeatSink Liquid Cooling Solution 2GB Nvidia GTX680 [Dual...

I am running Windows Vista Ultimate x64 w/ an SLI config. When I boot my machine and the Vista startup sound plays I then hear the "new hardware connected" noise from the OS. I get no notifications about new devices being installed. This is the same noise you get when you shut your...

I have been chasing a noise coming from my PC for a few weeks now. At first, I thought it was the hard drive, but now the noise continues after I have installed three different hard drives. Basically, when the computer "thinks" I can hear a deep noise. It kind of sounds like playing cards...

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I bought a WD Caviar Black 1TB. Does anyone else who owns this drive notice it is loud? It makes a deep rumble when it seeks. I have a fully aluminum case with the drive soft mounted in the front.

Thoughts on this HP Elite build? I already looked into the PSU and is it plenty for the factory config. Any upgrades would need a require a new PSU. I need this to last as a mainstream gaming rig for at least 2 to 3 years. My best guess is this will be betwee $1,100 and $1,300 with HP...

What would cause the SMART status not to report on a WD Caviar drive? I get SMART Status: NOT AVAILABLE in Data Lifeguard for Windows. I checked my BIOS setting and SMART monitoring is enabled. I can get the SMART status on all external drives connected via USB, but not my internal SATA...

I purchased a $2,500 gaming rig from Velocity Micro about 18 months ago. It came with a two year warranty that I paid for. I have been having problems with them and I am looking for advice as to what I should do. Let me give a short history of issues: What Velocity Micro has done under...

How do you seal an anti-static bag? I am not sure of the best way to do it so the bag actually does its job. Thanks.

I received a replacement hard drive today by UPS and this is how it was packaged. The drive is in a hard plastic shell with a pack of silicate gel. It is not in an anti-static bag, just the plastic shell. The drive was packaged in the center of the box covered in packing peanuts top, bottom, and...

I was testing my electrical outlet that my gaming rig is plugged into it. Anyone know what an acceptable drop in voltage is when all devices on the circuit are turned on? With all devices off then I am getting 120.9 volts. Once all outlets on the circuit are drawing current then I gets...

I have been looking at a basic UPS for my PC. I have two questions: **Why are the joule ratings on UPS back-ups so low? Most are around 400 joules and my current APC SurgeArrest is 2050 joules of protection. **I have a 850w power supply in my rig. Does it matter what the VA rating is on...

I have a Velocity Micro gaming rig that I have been waiting for a replacement hard drive for. Long story short my Deskstar 7K1000 (750GB, 32MB Cache, 7200RPM) is dieing. Velocity Micro sent me the wrong replacement, UPS lost the second replacement, and now I am waiting for a third replacement...

Thoughts on this HP for a gaming PC? http://www.shopping.hp.com/product/rts_desktop/rts_desktop//3/storefronts/AU850AA%2523ABA Base processor Core-i7-920 (B) 2.66 GHz (130W) 4.8 GT/s QPI Socket 1366 Chipset Intel X58 Express Motherboard Manufacturer: Pegatron Motherboard Name...

I am looking at buying this Dell for an Xmas gift. I researched the 350w power supply and Dell says that it is more than enough. They rate everything on a power budget and it is powerful enough for the system (and not the overstated amounts by nVidia). This will be used as a gaming desktop...

I just replaced a broken DVD drive that had an ATAPI/E-IDE interface for one with a SATA interface. Any benefits to having a SATA vs ATAPI/E-IDE drive? Also, does it matter that I have a EIDE ribbon connected to the motherboard without anything connected to it? The cable was so neatly...

The system is in like-new condition with all original documentation, spare parts, and boxes. BLACK GX2 Case - http://www.velocitymicro.com/images/upload/gx2_black_w.html Asus P5ND nForce 750i SLI, Socket 775, PCIE,DDR2 CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W - Power Supply [BRAND NEW] Intel Core 2...

How can the Dell Studio XPS 8000 run a GTX 260 with a 350w power supply? nVidia says a minimum of a 500 Watt power supply on this card. The specs on the system are below. http://www.desktopreview.com/default.asp?newsID=770&Review=Dell+Studio+XPS+8000+Intel+Core+i5

I own a basic anti-static wrist strap with an alligator clip. Just like this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16899261005&cm_re=strap-_-99-261-005-_-Product My question is the proper use of it. I have heard of the following two ways: 1. Connect it to the bare...

I was working in my PC tonight due to a CD drive issue. I took the side panel off and then connected the alligator clip of my anti-static strap to the outer frame of my case. As soon as I did it I got a large blue spark of static discharge where the case and alligator clip made contact...

I noticed recently that the rear external fan of my power supply is making a soft "fluttering" noise. I dusted the fan and the case to see if that stopped the noise, but it did not. I also took of the screen off the fan cleaned each blade with a cotton swab. However, the noise continues. I am...

I am playing Batman: AA and was wondering if I am better playing with SLI w/ PhysX on or SLI Disabled w/ PhysX on. Here are my system specs: Asus P5ND nForce 750i SLI, Socket 775, PCIE,DDR2 Intel Core 2 Quad processor Q9450, quad 2.66GHz cores, 12MB L2 Cache DDR2 Memory 4096MB Corsair...

On Very High I get around 25-38FPS, while on high I can average around 35-47 FPS. AA is off and VSync is off. My resolution is at 1440 x 900 and I am using the newest drivers + patch. Thoughts? . My resolution is at 1440 x 900. Thoughts? EDIT: SLI was off as I did not know it was off...

EDIT: See last page for my final order config: Just graduated college and have some extra cash to finally buy my new gaming PC. Thoughts on this config? Power Supply 850 Watt Power Supply - Nvidia® SLI™ Certified Motherboard Asus® P5N-D nForce 750i SLI, Socket 775...

I am going to be ordering the following Velocity Micro machine / config. Please make suggestions. I am 200% set on Velocity Micro. Questions: 1. Should I install 4GB of RAM or not? I want the RAM at MAX for a 32-bit. 2. Should I buy Corsair XMS2 RAM or Corsair Dominator? 3. Any benefit...

I am looking for a new 19'' LCD, which I will use for gaming. I don't know anything about monitors, but have been looking at Westinghouse, Vewsonic, and Samsung. What should I look for? What do you recommend? I will be using a 320MB nVidia GeForce 8800GTS with the new LCD. Thanks :)

Hello, I am about two weeks away from ordering my first gaming machine. I am looking at two systems and was looking for some advice. I play games likes C&C3, BF2142, Half-Life 2, CS: Source, and so forth. I am considering Velocity Micro as my first choice, but am concerned about the quality...

I am looking at a Dell XPS 410. My question is how much shovelware / bloatware comes on the XPS machines now that Dell lets you choose NOT TO INSTALL a bunch of junk during the config. For example, no security software, entertainment trials, ISP, and so forth. A list would be appreciated.

I just installed my ATI RADEON 9600XT (AGP) and installed Mutlimedia Center 8.0. I run PC Check and get the following errors: 1. Not MMX architecture I am running a Pentium 4 2.8GHZ Processot with Hyper Threading 2. Audio Clock Inaccuracy > (+ or -) 0.2% I am playing DOOM3 and many...