Build a PC: Simple Questions - December 18, 2020 |
- Simple Questions - December 18, 2020
- Regretting building a pc
- Fixed : WD SN550 was never detected on cold boot, would then be detected after sitting in BIOS for about 1 minute. Solution inside
- AMD VS INTEL
- Steps after building PC?
- My PC Smells Warm?
- What would you upgrade?
- Woke up to a dead GTX 970
- Eliminate static charge...
- Advice on Intel CPU's/mobo
- Purchased the same exact Ram chips but the notches don't line up in my laptop. Can I flip one upside-down to make it fit?
- Delete everything from a pc
- Snagged a 3070 and very happy with the results
- Might not be the right place, but I'm feeling.... festive and have a freebie.
- will this pc work? im confused
- pc build
- DRAM and CPU error ASRock motherboard
- Should the BIOS be always be upgraded to the newest version?
- Cant choose a case
- 2nd M.2 SSD not showing in BIOS
- The best monitor for gaming?
- RAM for Asus X570 Tuf Mobo
- Help plz.
- New Build, what mobo for the ryzen 5 5600X?
- Case Alternatives
| Simple Questions - December 18, 2020 Posted: 18 Dec 2020 04:07 AM PST This thread is for simple questions that don't warrant their own thread (although we strongly suggest checking the sidebar and the wiki before posting!). Please don't post involved questions that are better suited to a [Build Help], [Build Ready] or [Build Complete] post. Examples of questions:
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| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 01:10 AM PST WOW so I picked possibly the worst time in history to decide to build my first pc. I have had half the parts sitting on my desk for weeks now after having to pay a little more than normal price as black friday was just a complete scam, things only went up in price as I was constantly checking building up to it. As all of you know I cant get myself a new gpu. My monitor was destroyed in the post and got sent back too. Is anyone else having a complete nightmare or is it just me 😅 EDIT: UK based for you guys trying to help me out with a new card. 3080 or 6800xt, thank you all. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 01:02 PM PST Just built a new PC a few weeks back with a WD 1TB SN550 and I had this outstanding issue that just wouldn't go away no matter how many hours of troubleshooting I spent trying to fix it. Finally managed to get it fixed so thought I'd share the solution to spare someone else the headache of trying to figure out what's wrong. Whenever I would cold boot the PC, it would boot into the BIOS and the SSD was not detected. The way to get it to work was just to sit around the BIOS for about a minute and then restart it. All the drivers were up to date, SSD firmware latest version according to the WD Dashboard SSD application, BIOS version and all. Saw a few people with similar issues online but none of the ways they managed to fix their issue would work for me. After back and forth with WD support trying to diagnose the issue, the guy ended up sending me a firmware upgrade file to try and update directly through Dashboard and sure enough, as soon as I updated it with that file, the issue is gone. TL;DR : If your SN550 won't be detected on cold boot, contact WD support and ask for latest firmware file to update manually through WD Dashboard. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 10:39 AM PST So, I have a dilema. Should I go for a ryzen 3 3100 or a I3 9100F? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 04:21 AM PST What are the steps after the PC is built? I've never had an actual PC before so I'm completely oblivious to how to download OS and anything extra that needs to be added! I've tried looking it up; but I can only find actual PC build info, rather than what to do once it's complete! Any help appreciated [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 07:51 AM PST Ok so I built a pc on November, I've been using it ever since. Recently like 5 days ago I started playing some Skyrim and I got a whiff of a weird smell. It was coming from my pc and it wasn't really like a burning smell, it was more of just warm ig. It's like smelling the warm air coming out the back of a ps4. This only started happening recently so I honestly have no idea what it is. I searched it up and a lot of people say that it could be the psu but the smell seems to come more from the motherboard area, I opened the pc and took a look around and saw no burnt cables or anything. The gpu was pretty warm though but when I'm playing it's temps don't go above 70 so I just don't know what it is, I'm still new to having a pc. I'm just worried that the smell is just a warning that something is getting damaged in the pc or damaged. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 08:18 AM PST Hello! As the title says, I am looking to upgrade.. I am new to pc building and pc gaming in general. I am a mechanic by trade, so I love tinkering and upgrading things. I was curious where you guys would spend your money on an upgrade. I have ~$500 to spend and have been exploring all the options. I've looked at everything from GPU, CPU, monitor, to the case itself. I would love any suggestions on what you'd upgrade and why! I play WoW, RDR2, CP2077, Halo, Overwatch, Minecraft, Destiny 2, Astroneer, etc The build I have- GPU: RTX 2070 Super CPU: Ryzen 5 2600 RAM: Corsair Vengeance 1x16 g 3000mhz Power: 750w gold Mobo: MSI B450 Pro Max SSD: Samsung 970 1tb HDD: Seagate 2tb Monitor: Sceptre 1080p 165hz Thanks in advance! -Harp [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 09:32 AM PST Hello! As the title states, my old school MSI GTX 970 is dead and no longer sending video via DisplayPort or HDMI. I'd like to replace it as it's approaching six years since purchasing it during my last gaming build. The problem is I haven't kept up much with the build scene. When I built it I gamed all night without a care in the world. I'm +3 kids since then and only have time for an hour or two here or there. Games I would love to continue playing without a hitch: CSGO, Rust, Rocket League. Other system specs:
I'd love some ideas and options to replace the GPU to fit in with my current mobo and processor. Just a casual gamer wanting to keep on casually gaming... I should add that I'm assuming the replacement would cost me $200-$300 with the market the way it is currently. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 08:58 AM PST Hey guys! Hope everyone is having a great day. I am in the process of planning my first PC build and I have already bought everything to build it on Christmas. One thing I am super worried about is shocking my parts with static electricity. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I can do to prevent a static charge? I don't have an antistatic bracelet or anything, so I was planning on doing it and hardwood flooring. I would really appreciate the help, thanks. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:39 PM PST I was originally planning to build a new pc 9 months ago so all the research I did was on the Ryzen platform as that was all the rage at the time and was cheaper. that turned out to be a complete failure as I kept getting bad mobos from MC and gave up, now I am going to potentially try again but now it seems in just the same year that Intel is significantly cheaper. right now the I-9600k is $150 , $70 cheaper than the $220 R5 3600 at Microcenter despite being a far faster CPU according to userbenchmark (21st vs 82nd fastest), plus can use cheaper ram I keep reading on here which could be another $20-40? in savings. are these rankings reliable and how do they relate to gaming output? The I-10400 is also $150 but ranked 38th in speed but is also gen 10 vs gen 9. I guess the 9th gen has less threads but does that effect gaming at all? Also, what motherboards should I be researching? I would like to get a 3000 RTX card in the future but will be using a RX 570 in the meantime. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 02:00 PM PST This is for my HP 14" laptop, and I'm adding in another 4GB Ram. The notch only fits if I flip the chip upside-down. Is that okay, or did I get the wrong chip? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 09:21 AM PST Hi, so I builded my pc 3 years ago but I think Is time to start over with it, I want to erase everything from it, like the first time I turn on. Start over, stall windows, drives, etc. But how can I erase everything? What do I need to do? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Snagged a 3070 and very happy with the results Posted: 18 Dec 2020 04:23 AM PST
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| Might not be the right place, but I'm feeling.... festive and have a freebie. Posted: 18 Dec 2020 01:40 PM PST So, i bought an Arctic 10 point fan hub on amazon, turns out I'm not actually going to need. Its currently in the post on route to destination my house. Anyone from the UK have use for it and want it? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| will this pc work? im confused Posted: 18 Dec 2020 01:30 PM PST Hi guys! Ive been planning on getting a pc this Christmas. Problem is, im not a very techie person (trying to be but ya know) and have actually just recently started my journey exploring everything. I think I got a pretty good build put together, but Im not completely sure if it'll work and everything will fit :/ I was hoping some of u guys could help me out! (any other comments are also welcome :)) These are the parts I picked out: Intel core i9-9900k NZXT Kraken Z63 Asus ROG Maximus XII hero (WiFI) ATX LGA1151 Corsair vengeance RGB pro 32GB (2x16) samsung 860 evo 2 tb gigabyte geforce rtf 3070 8gb Aorus master Deepcool MATREXX 50 add-rgb ate mid tower case be quiet! system power 9 700 W Bronze certified power supply Windows home Thanks!! [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 01:02 PM PST https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/mRsZXb just wanna ask if this build enough for gaming, beatmaking and recording music, some vr and little bit of beatmaking stream. thankyou guyssss. im just bout to build it on sunday. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DRAM and CPU error ASRock motherboard Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:57 PM PST New build, all new parts, cannot figure out why I am getting DRAM and CPU error lights on ASRock B460 Pro4 LGA 1200 ATX Motherboard Intel Core i3 10100F Quad Core LGA 1200 3.60GHz CPU Processor PNY XLR8 16GB (2x 8GB) DDR4 2666MHz Memory Everything else disconnected. I have done a Bios Reset. DRAM installed in A2 and B2 as per manual. Have removed and visually see no issue with CPU. Have tried single DRAM stick in all 4 slots. What's next? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Should the BIOS be always be upgraded to the newest version? Posted: 18 Dec 2020 08:20 AM PST | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:53 PM PST I'm making my first build and I desperately need help choosing between the LIAN LI PC-O11 Dynamic White or the NZXT H510 Elite. I got the H510 but then realized I should probably cancel the order and change it for the Lian Li dynamic. They are both the same price and I'm not sure which to choose. I may add water cooling, but I'm not entirely sure. This is my build so far. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2nd M.2 SSD not showing in BIOS Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:48 PM PST Hi there, I've just finished my first proper build, and this is the last hurdle I am stuck on - any help greatly appreciated, I've scoured the web but cannot identify a fix. I have a Asus Rog Strix B550-E gaming motherboard - which according to the manual supports:
In the M.2_1 slot, I have a Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVME SSD. This is working fine, and is currently carrying my OS. In the M.2_2 slot, I have a Sabrent Rocket M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVME SSD. This drive is not being found in my BIOS (or in Windows). I have put the Gen 3 drive into the M.2_1 slot, and it was found - so I know it is not the drive. I have updated my UEFI to the latest non beta version (which is also the latest version). I have entered the UEFI/BIOS in EZ and advanced modes, but don't seem to have any relevant settings to change to get the drive to show. I do not have any devices plugged into any of the SATA ports - so that should also not be an issue. Please give any advice you might have (even if it seems obvious and like something I would have tried already). Everything is perfect apart from this issue so really just trying to resolve it. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:43 PM PST Hello I'm currently trying to get a new monitor for between $200 and $350 and preferably 144hz thanks in advance since I'm replacing a 60hz monitor [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:37 PM PST Just recently received my PC and I wanted to change the RAM speed to 3200. When I tried it, my PC crashed and wouldn't post. Had to restart the motherboard and have kept the speed at stock settings. I've looked at Asus' Qualified Vendors List and my RAM isn't part of it. I search for those that do qualify but can't find any of them at Best Buy, Micro Center, etc. Anyone know what RAM would definitely work for this Mobo with a Ryzen 5 5600x? Thanks in advance. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 09:31 AM PST Hey, i'm considering buying a gaming pc. I dont know much about building but i have learned a lot about pc parts the last week. I am considering buying a pre build pc, to which i have changed some parts to bring down the price. Would this make a good gaming pc? Phanteks Eclipse P300A Air Temp Glass Black ASUS GeForce RTX 3060 Ti DUAL OC Intel Core i5-10400F Prosessor CM Hyper H411R ARGB Black Komplett Edition Corsair Vengeance RGB PRO DDR4 3200MHz 16GB Kingston A2000 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD ASUS ROG Strix B460-F GAMING Corsair TX650M, 650W PSU [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| New Build, what mobo for the ryzen 5 5600X? Posted: 18 Dec 2020 12:00 PM PST As far as I can summarise from looking at numerous posts, and more time watching buildzoid than I'd like to admit... I'm stuck between these few choices, I'm UK based and am building around the Ryzen 5 5600x which I plan to OC to it's limits. Preferably sub £200 and I need WIFI as I can't wire an ethernet slot to my point in the house. Only need the one Gen 4 M.2 support as I only have one gen4 drive so the whole x570 vs B550 is somewhat irrelevant. Board choices that seem the best:
I'd have gone for the Gigabyte B550 AORUS PRO AC originally but the lack of a front panel USB type c port has forced me out, as the case I have is the Lian Li o-11 dynamic. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 18 Dec 2020 02:07 PM PST I have been contemplating buying a Corsair 4000X as part of a new build but was disappointed to read that you can't mount a 360mm AIO radiator at the front with pipes at the bottom due to the cover at the bottom of the case. Does anyone have recommendations of similar cases that have the ability to mount a 360mm radiator correctly with pipes positioned at the bottom of the radiator. [link] [comments] |
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