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    Question mATX barebone with Displayport

    Thanks for that. So there is a chance the 3100G/3200G will work? I got thinking about buying a used Dell as suggested by mxnerd. I presume I can't move its insides to my own HTPC case because of its proprietary form factor?
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    Question mATX barebone with Displayport

    I actually did consider gutting Dells like the above but wasn't sure what form factor those used. I presumed those are ITX and I'm not sure if I can use the motherboard in a mATX case.
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    Question mATX barebone with Displayport

    Thanks for your help. My search led me to the same motherboard. I'm deciding on the cheapest CPU (with iGPU) but the supported CPU list seems quite... limited. The 3100G/3200G or even 2000-series CPUs are not supported. I have not been in this game for a while but I thought AM4 sockets are...
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    Question mATX barebone with Displayport

    I'm happy to go with used (up to 2-3 years old) as long as the motherboard has DP port (rare apparently in the budget sector). Is there a list of such motherboards I can refer to? I'm happy to pick CPU and RAM around the motherboard choice.
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    Question mATX barebone with Displayport

    Hi all, I'm looking for ideas on CPU+Motherboard+RAM combo to replace the innards of the below existing HTPC: Intel Core i5-760 Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 Asus HD7450 (DVI output to Dell U2709 @1920x1200) Silverstone GD05 Crucial M4 SSD 128GB Corsair VX-450 PSU 4x2GB Kingston DDR3 The PC is...
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    Question Connecting to Dell U3011 monitor (2560x1600 resolution)

    Thanks, all. I've been scratching my head on this as I don't want to spend much money on what is otherwise a mundane process (connecting to a monitor). There are adapters out there but few make it clear if they will do above 1080p resolution. I just got a DP to dual-link DVI cable off for ~$5...
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    Question Connecting to Dell U3011 monitor (2560x1600 resolution)

    HI all, I just got a Gigabye 5600 XT card, which comes with 3 x Displayport 1.4 and 1 x HDMI 2.0b ports. No DVI. I currently connect two devices to the monitor: desktop via dual-link DVI cable and work laptop via Displayport. The sole DP port on the U3011 is taken up by the work laptop...
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    Cool-running GPU upgrade for HTPC [Advice needed]

    Thanks for the suggestion. It does look like a good replacement (significantly low 30w tdp and performs reasonably close to the hd7870). Considering the non gaming use though, is there anything against getting a gt 710? I can buy it for a third of the gt 1030. Cheers!
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    Cool-running GPU upgrade for HTPC [Advice needed]

    Bumping an old thread of mine. The system is still in use but pretty much now only for basic office/web browsing activities. I'm looking to downgrade it to reduce the amount of heat it generates. System is otherwise stable even under a stress test. Current CPU is a i5-760 (scythe shuriken HSF)...
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    My 5 year old GPU died... anything I can do? I feel cheated.

    Doesn't hurt to try contacting either AMD or the store you bought it from. Technically you are well out of the warranty period but who knows if they will replace it for you out of goodwill. On the plus side, current cards around $100-150 easily surpass the HD6870 and without wasting as much...
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    RIP to a fellow AT'er and Elite member, Jen :'(

    RIP
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    GA-H55M-USB3 POST issues

    Hi, While troubleshooting this (unplugging amd reinstalling the same components really), the mobo bios eventually recognised an error and reset itself. Now it is booting normally. I haven't used it much since then but I hooe that's the end of it. I have had this computer for about 7 years so...
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    GA-H55M-USB3 POST issues

    Hi all, I've got a boot issue with my HTPC. It would get stuck (or freeze, I can't tell) at the POST splash screen. It would not respond to any keyboard commands either so I cannot enter the BIOS page. There are no error beeps either. It wouldn't boot from a USB stick either (BIOS is either not...
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    Death from working too hard.

    The Red Bull overdose (and any other bad habits such as diet) contributed to her death. I once worked with someone with similar habits (long hours, red bulls, irregular meals, cigarettes and no exercise). She lasted about a year in the job before an aneurysm took her at home. I don't know if she...
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    11yrs later my very first PSU is going strong!!

    My HX620 is easily 8 years old now and has seen 3 system upgrades. It's still as whisper quiet as I remember it to be. Here's hoping it will keep going for a few more years.
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    Is the GTX 1070 worth it?

    I haven't directly compared in this case but shipping fee often brings the total close to local pricing (at which point it makes more sense to buy locally for the local warranty). You can use staticice.com.au to gauge prices in Australia. The 480 8gb cam be had for around aud400. The 1060 6gb...
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    Upgrade from HD6970 (2560x1600 resolution)

    Based on reviews, it looks to be a decent performer at 1600p, depending on the game. There is also the dollar factor to consider besides raw performance.
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    Upgrade from HD6970 (2560x1600 resolution)

    Thanks, guys. I have now decided to jump on the RX470. I'll look into overclocking it as well to maximise the potential. I'm surprised there are more RX480 supporters (over the 1060) than I expected as most of the reviews out there seem to favour the nVidia.
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    Upgrade from HD6970 (2560x1600 resolution)

    The 8gb rx480 is closely priced to the 1060 6gb (~$345AUD). At that range, I'm inclined towards the latter. Looking on the other end of the budget, I can potentially get the rx470 8gb for $215AUD. A bit torn if I should jump on this deal or forgo it for the 1060 6gb.
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    Upgrade from HD6970 (2560x1600 resolution)

    Thanks. Have heard about the Fury though its reportedly high heat dissipation makes it a no-no for me. I prefer something that is cooler or no hotter than the HD7950.
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    Upgrade from HD6970 (2560x1600 resolution)

    In the spirit of keeping previous information in one thread, I am bumping this thread with my next VGA upgrade. Having had the HD7950 for 4 years, it has been a great performer though starting to feel long in the tooth now. I plan to play GTA V, AC Syndicate, XCom 2 & Deus Ex: MD in the next 12...
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    Steam Winter Sale 2016 & GOG Goodbye 2016 Sale

    Here's hoping I can finally get xcom2 and gta v for really cheap.
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    Things from you childhood that are still the same today.

    Death and Taxes
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    Repurpose I7-860 for Gaming??

    Consider also overclocking the CPU. When I had mine, I ran it at 3.5GHz (over its stock 2.8GHz speed) and there was significant improvement in overall speed.
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    This forum is aging.. gaming getting old for you too?

    I'm an old fart too at mid-thirties and totally understand your feeling. I have played AAA games (Assassin's Creed series, Tom Clancy, Far Cry, Saints Row series, Shadow of Mordor, etc.) and move on to other stuff as soon as I finish them. Pretty short-term enjoyment/low replay value. However...
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    A couple games I'm finding are fun after not playing a while

    FTL
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    How old is your primary GPU?

    Same here though, in my case, it's simply not currently playing games that actually tax the GPU. Been playing mostly indie 2D games (war of mine and FTL). I'll have to upgrade once I buy something more 'current'. Not sure between rx480 or 970.
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    Is my system too old? Is there any hope for i? Help :(

    Just chiming in to recommend moving to an entirely new build as well. I had similar issues with an old s939 system (dual core 2.4Ghz chip on 2GB Ram). It couldn't manage 1080p videos and stuttered badly in almost anything CPU-intensive. There was no significantly faster CPU for the motherboard...
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    Is Ubisoft better than Rockstar studio?

    I have only played Watchdog but I remember wanting to finish the game as quickly as I could because the world was just so lifeless and boring. I remember GTAIV world being more 'gritty' and 'alive', even if it's dated by today's standards. If you had picked Assassin's Creed world as example...
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    Steam Christmas Sale 2015

    Did not realise the Sale is on until I logged back in yesterday (been busy with Life and spending the little time I have on DA Inquisition through Origin). Got AC Unity which hopefully I can start playing when I finally complete Inquisition.
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    Update old AMD system for gaming

    Congrats on unlocking those cores. You can start overclocking those cores as well. I think they can achieve around 3.5GHz and slightly higher. Do use better-than-stock cooling though. Highly recommend a vide card upgrade too as it brings the most improvements for gaming (and you can carry it...
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    i5-2500K system worth a major/minor upgrade?

    You should overclock the CPU too if you have not already (and use a decent aftermarket HSF). My old i7-860 ran @3.8GHz without much issue.
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    Best AGP video card upgrade for 2015

    Back in 2008, I upgraded from a 1950Pro AGP to a HD3850 AGP. It made a significant difference @1280x960 gaming, in particular with Red Alert 3 and Assassin's Creed. Correct me if I'm wrong but the 3850 is supposedly the fastest AGP card available. The 4670 is not faster. Given the system age...
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    Is Dell now the most unreliable monitor brand?

    I have two Dell Ultrasharps (a 27in and 30in), which have worked flawlessly in the 6 years I have owned them.
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    Rich dentist poaches a lion and ruins his practice

    Says something about his killer...
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    Games that will run on my pc?

    Mostly games from pre-2006 era: Thief 3 Master of Orion 2 Prince of Persia - Two Thrones Heroes of Might & Magic 1-4 TES 3 - Morrowind Stronghold Crusader Below might run a little slow but still 'do-able': Heroes of Might & Magic 5 TES 4 - Oblivion All great games.
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    If you die and turn into a ghost, what will you do?

    Haunt every Justin Bieber concert.
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    i5 2500K to ii7 4790k?

    Depends on what you use it for and/or if you can justify the purchase. The performance upgrade will not be too significant but you gain HT and better thermal efficiency with the Devil's Canyon. Plus, your itch is cured. :)
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    What are some of the best PCI sound cards? (new or used)

    I don't think the A2 ZS has any built-in headphone amp... Not many do, outside those Asus and Audiotrak soundcards AFAIK.
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    What are some of the best PCI sound cards? (new or used)

    I used to rock an Audiotrak Prodigy that has a built-in Headamp. It sounds pretty good, if a little hissy with the Headamp activated, but comes nowhere close quality-wise to the USB DAC/Headamps I use. I'm currently using the JDS Labs C5D Headphone Amp+DAC with my work laptop. Very...
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