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    Question about cpu swap

    I have a i3-2120 cpu in a Oem mb w/ H67 chipset and 1155 socket. 65 watts. Can I replace this cpu w/ i7-2600s ? Same wattage.
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    Screen tearing

    Started noticing screen tearing when watching movies or on you tube in full screen mode. I already changed out the Display port cable and graphics card. Doesn't happen with motherboard connections only gpu. Anyone have any ideas ?
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    Random Freezing/Buzzing

    I just put a new system together and am experiencing random freezes and this buzzing noise. It usually lasts for about 15 sec. and then everything goes back to normal. Anybody got any ideas as to what's going on ? System specs: Asus Maximus XI Apex Z390, 8700K, Corsair LP ram at 3600 DDR4...
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    Would appreciate advice on a new build

    Greetings. I'm located in the US/upstate New York My budget= $1500.00 Don't need any peripherals. I have an os Mostly gaming, might do some editing, content creation later/movies. 3440x1440 res. Definitely overclocking I will be using some old parts/hard driv I was thinking of getting the Asus...
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    Moving many drives to one

    I'm going to start on a new build soon and I just can't seem to find a good way to move the data from 2 + drives to one big one. anyone can help with this ? I know I have to take into account the amount of used space on each drive, but my pea brain can't get me any further.
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    Display port Cable quality

    I'm not even sure if this is the correct forum for this query but i'm wondering if there is a noticeable difference in the quality of display port cables. I just replaced mine with one from cable matters "gold plated 4k res ready". I really didn't expect to see such an improvement in the...
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    Shelf life: cooling fluid shelf life

    The description on Primochill Ice Intensified UV Blue says two year shelf life. Is there any danger in exceeding that ? I have some in my storeroom from Aug. 2013. That is, I ordered it in Aug. 2013. Can't say how long it was in the shelves from Frozen CPU.
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    chrome build 62.0.3202.62

    Is anyone else having trouble with this version of chrome ? There seems to be problems with netfilx screen/border and I'm having trouble getting into my google acc. keep getting error 404.
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    D-5 question

    I'm wondering if I could run a D-5 pump off of the fan header on a GTX 1070 ?
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    considering this screen

    I'm Looking at this screen to buy. seems like a good price and specs. Anyone have any experience with this one ? https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-PB277Q-WQHD-2560x1440-Monitor/dp/B01EN3Z7QQ/ref=pd_lpo_147_bs_lp_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=8JPATZ2N21MXJGJKYJ9E
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    In game issues

    I opened up crysis 3 and when the game got loaded, there was a band on the left side of the monitor that was not part of the display. just color flickering.The left 10% looks like it is gone. This only happens in games. not while on the web. I have a BenQ GL2760H. Evga 980 sc. I have already...
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    Opinions on psu purchase.

    My current system really only needs maybe 4-500 watts as it is now. I plan to add a D-5 pump and another Nvidia 980 SC graphics card in the near future. With the addition of perhaps 7-8 fans, 3 ssd's, I probably could use the TX 750 I've got now. However I was planning to upgrade to a fully...
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    Haven't got a clue !

    (solved)Haven't got a clue ! I recently installed this motherboard, Asus P8Z77-V, in my system. This started showing up every time I restart the system.. Since the only asus product I have is the motherboard, I'm assuming this comes from it. I cannot seem to find anything that is not working...
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    X-99 or Z170 ?

    I currently have a 3770K with a Z77 asus board and a 980 SC. I've been thinking about an upgrade to go in my next build. Ergo the title of this thread. I have priced out a Intel 5820 cpu, X-99 w/ a Sabertooth m/b and DDR 4 memory vs. 6700K w/ Maximus VIII Formula Z170 w/ the same memory. This...
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    Is this a worthwhile buy ?

    I am looking at replacing my DellS2340M Monitor with this one.http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=12178. Does this make sense ? Cost is right at $200.00 US. I will be using a EVGA 980 SC to push ths.
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