Do they make a Displayport cable that is a DVI-D cable connection on the other end?
I need to use the Display port connection on my MOBO and connect to the DVI-D connection on my monitor.
I ws told they make a cable that is a D.P connection on 1 end and DVi_D connection on the other end...
Hello everyone. It's been a while since I've posted. I am a newb. to computers. I had the itch and desire to learn about computers a few months ago. And I figured the best way to learn was to build one. So I did. For my build I had no specific goal. Just build something basic and useful...
Learned a lot there.
Thank you.
I only intend to game on 1 monitor. Either the 144hz Acer or the "primary" monitor. Which will be either 2k or 4k.
I have a 3 monitor setup just for S^#^$# and ^&%^$les. Fun having 3 monitors up when surfing. Or playing MTG online. I can play 3 games...
Here's my set up
Corsair 760t case
MSI Z97x gaming 3 MOBO
i7 4790k - Non OC
Noctua NH-D14
HGST 4TB HDD for files
Samsung 850 PRO 512gb for O.S and running my programs
Corsair 750w PSU
MSI 970 gaming 4 GPU - Non OC
LG optical drive
Rosewill card reader
kingwin fan controller
Windows 7...
Ketchup79:
This is a post from another forum.
Can I get your thoughts please.
""""""Monitor refresh rate just means how many frames or cycles it can display per second. 60Hz can show you 60 frames per second or 60 'cycles per second' (Hertz = cycles per second)
Unless your setup can push a...
Im still very new to computers. And learning more and more each day. The more I ask ( silly question or not the more I learn )
This is my set-up:
i7 non-OC
MSI 970 GTX
z97x gaming MOBO
corsair 750w PSU
Samsung 850 pro 512 SSD
4tb Toshiba HDD
16gb ballistix RAM
Here's my question.
Is it ok to...
Who here turns their computer off when not in use?
I've read from multiple articles and many videos ( linus being the most credible ) recommending and saying its ok to turn your computer off when not in use.
Reduces heat and potential wear and tear. The other thought is though everytime you...
Looking to get a new monitor.
I am comfortable spending up to $300 give or take $50.
Im looking for a 27".
It will be used for general desktop/internet browing. But also for some gaming ( nothing hardcore ). I might dabble into some home video editing too.
I see there are some...
Now that I have my tower built and newlatop I'd like to load it with some useful programs.
I did a few searches and came across this. http://lifehacker.com/lifehacker-pack-for-windows-our-list-of-the-best-windo-787533613
After reading the description of the Apps. Launchy, Revo...
Thank you.
Let me make sure I got this right.
Update all 180+
1. Windows drivers last?
2. Chipset drivers next? Is that on the MOBO? (<- Im brand new to computer builds and sill learning ).
3. Where are the storage drivers? What is that on? MOBO?
4. Network: Are those on the MOBO...
Finaly got the computer built over the weekend. Now I just need to install all the drivers, right?
Windows 7 has been installed. But I have not done any of the updates. I did an update search and it looks like there is something like 180 updates? Wow. But that makes sense considering how old...
I'm thinking of putting a small 19" TV by my computer desk. So I can have it on and watch TV when Im on the computer.
Right now in this room there is a TV and cable box. But the TV and cable box are behind me @ the opposite side of the room.
Is it possible to run 2 TVs from this cable box...
Yes I have 4790k cpu
QUOTE=ketchup79;37350567]The driver CD/DVD will have all the drivers you need. If he has decent internet connection, no need to bring additional software. Same with AV, unless you are buying something. You will only need paste if using an aftermarket cooler. And you...
I have paste. Ties. 128gb use stick. 4tb ext had. All the software is new and comes with all the origin instal cds. Will get updated drives after install. UOTE=ignatzatsonic;37350380]Thermal paste?
Cable ties?
Driver downloads from the motherboard manufacturer, stored on a USB stick...
May 2nd Im gonna do my 1st build.
This is what I have:
CPU
case
O.S
HDD
SSD
heatsink CPU cooler
multiple fans
PSU
anti-virus
motherboard
ram
SATA 3 connectors : a few extra with extra length if needed
card reader ( feel free to laugh )
optical drive
GPU
compressed air
basic...
For fear of static during my build I was thinking of bringing home some vinyl operatory gloves from my Dental office to wear during my build. They are powder free.
We will be doing the build in the kitchen on a wood table. Pet free environment. Barefoot. And we will have anti-static wrist...
Spent a lot of $ on my build. Has not been put together yet. But in the coming weeks I will get it done.
I didn't have a budget in mind when I started. But if I did I WAY exceeded it.
What's the best way to protect my computers ( 2 ), and all my monitors & TV?
Surge protectors work by...
Has anyone tried putting 2 fans back to back. Both pushing air the same direction?
My case has an intake fan, but you cant see it from inside the case. The interior is red and black theme. Just wondering what would happen if I stacked another fan ( corsair AF 140mm red/black ) directly...
Just curious to hear what everyones favorite 140mm case fan is? SP and AF.
Also what dB does it run @. And can you hear that from outside the case when the case is closed?
Im looking to add an extra 140mm fan in the case for more AirFlow. But I don't want it to be too loud. Ive read that 15dB...
Pretty much done buying everything I need for my build.
Just addinf the final touches.
My Corsair 760t case comse with 2 x 140mm intake fans and 1 x 140mm exhaust fan. These are Corsair fans. Im not sure what kind they are. After looking @ them closely and the pics of their other fans they...
Just opened up my Corsair hx750:
It came w/ 4 SATA connectors.
But I believe it came with 2 floppy drive and 4 molex connectors?
What the heck are floppy drive connectors used for? Old school dinosaur floppy drives?
And molex connectors used to be used a while ago before molex correct?
Just opened up my Corsair hx750:
It came w/ 4 SATA connectors.
But I believe it came with 2 floppy drive and 4 molex connectors?
What the heck are floppy drive connectors used for? Old school dinosaur floppy drives?
And molex connectors used to be used a while ago before molex correct?
http://www.icemodz.com/
Found this site.
My PC case has a white exterior ( Corsair 760t ) color and my interior while have red accents ( mobo , GPU etc.. ).
I think it would like great having some red cables running inside.
I cant figure out from the site if you are purchasing the cable and...
I'm still having a hard time choosing between Win 7: home vs pro. for home purpose computer.
I thought I read Win 7: home limits you to 16gb of RAM anf pro 192gb?
I assume this is the amount of RAM you put in your MOBO?
Other then then this and the encryption thing with Win 7. Does anyone...
Can the house ( frame ) of Noctua case fans be painted?
right now I got a white/red theme going on inside my case.
Planning to add an extra fan inside and upgrade the exhaust fan on my case. But Im not a big fan of the tan color?
Would the fans need to be taken out? Would this affect the...
Background:
1. 1st build.
2. 3 mos. ago minimal computer knowledge. Went from learning what wi-fi and Bluetooth is ---> challenging myself to do a build.
3.. Will be basic home PC. Mainly file ( pic and home video storage ), with possible gaming. Nothing crazy....?
What I have so far:
i7 4790k...
Almost done buying everything needed for my best build.
Currently on our home PC and laptop we have Win. 8.
We are def. not fans. And we do use the option to mimic Win 7.
My wife and I both use Win. 7 @ work and are very comfortable with it.
How crazy would I be if I installed Win. 7 (64bit...
Purchased a Corsair HX750 PSU.
Background:
1. 1st build.
2. 3 mos. ago minimal computer knowledge. Went from learning what wi-fi and Bluetooth is ---> challenging myself to do a build.
3.. Will be basic home PC. Mainly file ( pic and home video storage ), with possible gaming. Nothing...
Background:
1. 1st build.
2. 3 mos. ago minimal computer knowledge. Went from learning what wi-fi and Bluetooth is ---> challenging myself to do a build.
3.. Will be basic home PC. Mainly file ( pic and home video storage ), with possible gaming. Nothing crazy....?
What I have so...
Almost done buying all the components for my 1st build.
I have an Samsung 850 pro (512gb) SSD. I will run my operating system ( Win. 7) and programs from here.
The HDD are for storing files. We take a ton of photos and HD videos of our kids. In 1 year I went from 0-500gb on files. So now I...
Almost finished with buying all the components for my 1st build.
This is what I have:
i7 4790k
gigabyte z97x gaming 3 - mobo
noctua nd-h14
Samsung 850pro SSD (512gb)
corsair ax 750 psu ( 80 gold )
crucial ballistix sport 16gb RAM (2x8gb)
corsair 760t case
lg internal Blu-ray burner
internal...
I have about half the components for my 1st build.
A lot of people are telling me optical drives are becoming less and less necessary.
That kind of confuses me because how else would I install CD software that I buy and play games? I understand a lot can be purchased/downloaded online.
So after...
Got an new 850 pro 512gb for $289.
I read and it sounds like Samsung removed the update they had bak in February that was causing people systems to crash
These are all the ones I'm looking @.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&IsNodeId=1&N=100008120 50001077 600038502 600038492 600038491
But I cant decifer the difference between them. Ive read a lot of good things about the pro series. But there are different...
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