Hey Guys.
I have an old Catleap Q270 as my secondary monitor, it only has a DVI input. My GPU(Asus 3080 TUF)has only DP and HDMI outputs. This monitor worked fine with my old GPU that had DVI output.
How can i get my Catleap to work? it is 2560x1440 60hz
I did buy the following and found it...
Hi guys,
I am still rocking a XB271HU and wondering what upgrade path i should be taking, if any at all?
- 10700k 5ghz all core
- Asus 3080 TUF OC
I do like the higher refresh rate, so not sure if i want to go to 4K, or just stick with 1440P. Also GSYNC is a must.
What do you guys suggest i...
Hi Guys set up my Samsung q80t 65 inch today, updated the software/firmware using the tv menu's. Installed 1461.0. Checked on the Australian Samsung site and found the same version listed there. Then I checked the US Samsung site, and found version 1462.1 is available there. Is it safe to...
Hi Guys,
I am in the market for a 60-65 inch display that will primarily be used with the upcoming PS5 and possibly Xbox series X, mounted on a wall and I will be seated and adequate distance from.
I would like to receive all of the benefits of these new consoles, though the marketing jargon...
The Build
Notes
PSU and GPU i already have from a previous build, these are locked in, yes i am aware the PSU is overkill. Will be changing to Nvidia 3xxx when released.
Do not wish to switch to an AMD CPU, yes i am aware of the value per dollar of AMD currently.
Do not care for RGB, prefer...
Hi Guys,
I have a Corsair AX1200:
https://www.corsair.com/ww/en/Categories/Products/Power-Supply-Units/Professional-Series%E2%84%A2-Gold-AX1200-%E2%80%94-80-PLUS%C2%AE-Gold-Certified-Fully-Modular-Power-Supply/p/CMPSU-1200AX
Have used this in my old rig from mid 2013 until this week. Has ran...
Hi Guys,
Currently using a Schiit Modi 2 Uber and Magni 2 uber stack to power my Sennheiser HD650's.
I am looking to add some active monitors to my setup.
I have an RCA preamp on my DAC, however the monitors i wish to purchase show TRS or XLR input's only.
Here is my stack connections...
Hi Guys,
I recently purchased what i believed to be 99.8% pure Isopropyl to remove thermal paste from my cpu/cooler, however on further inspection at the ingredients i have found that the liquid is actually '99-100% ethanol'.
Is this still safe to use on my cpu/cooler?
Link to what i...
Hi Guys,
I am re-housing my old rig into a new case for my son.
I am having a bit of trouble confirming if my old mobo:
Gigabyte GA-Z771-UP7 https://www.gigabyte.com/Motherboard/GA-Z77X-UP7-rev-10#ov
Will fit inside this Phanteks P300 Case...
Hi guys, the time has come to update my aging rig, and i am looking for some advice.
My current rig:
Corsair AX1200 PSU
3770K @ 4.5GHZ
Gigabyte Titan X (Maxwell)
Samsung 830 256gb SSD
Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP7 Motherboard
Corsair Dominator Platinum 2133 MHZ 16GB DDR3 Ram
Win 10
NZXT Switch...
Hi Guys,
I have been absent from keeping up with current displays for 6-8 months, but am in the market due to a store credit received from a failed XB270HU.
Currently running the following rig:
Corsair AX1200 PSU
3770K @ 4.5GHZ with H100 4x gentle Typhoons in push/pull
Gigabyte Titan X...
Hi guys,
I am planning on getting into some better quality audio, as i am starting to amass a decent FLAC music collection. I have a plan for what i want to do, and would like some input on what you guys think, keep in mind, the setup is for music playback only, no games(thats my other pc), no...
Hi,
Just wondering if this card has the capability to run two different HDMI screens, with different sound on each?
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=193_1617&products_id=31130&zenid=7bdb47c0708764086e91f9891164b34f
Can't find any info anywhere on it, but i...
Hi would like to know what you guys would look for, am after the cheapest GPU that can run HD video into two screens, would like HDMI VGA at least, i am thinking a GT 730? will that do the job?
My mate has a mobo(G1 Sniper) which only has one HDMI out, and he would like to run two screens(one...
Have a little dilemma,
Planned on grabbing a Titan X for GTA V, procrastinated and they sold out in 10 mins here in Australia, no stores have an ETA either.
Found i can get Gigabyte G1 gaming 980's for a good price(new) locally, but only for a few days. I would grab 2 x 980's if i went that...
Hi Guys, not sure if this has been posted here already, if so i cannot find it.
EVGA has released a hybrid cooled gtx 980:
http://www.evga.com/articles/00920/EVGA-GeForce-GTX-980-HYBRID/
The other cool thing is, you can buy the AIO cooler as an "upgrade" kit...
Hi Fellow [H]er’s,
I am thinking about making the jump to an open loop system from my current AIO CPU cooler and air for the gpu’s.
My current specs are as follows:
Corsair AX1200 PSU
3770K @ 4.5GHZ with H100 4x gentle Typhoons in push/pull
EVGA 780 TI ACX
Samsung 830 256gb SSD...
Hi Guys, it occurred to me that i have never gone from one card to another from the same company, i have always gone Nvidia-Amd-Nvidia-Amd.
So i am just wondering, say if i have a 780 TI, with the latest drivers, can i just switch it out to say, a Titan X, without doing anything software wise...
Hey guys,
I currently have sig rig, and would like to invest in a great headphone audio experience, i know nothing about headphones setups, do i need an audio card? do i need an amp?, i am not sure.
We recently had our first child, and i love having beverages and cranking loud music(all...
Hi guys,
I have a bit of a dilemma i cannot work out.
I have a Corsair H100 Cooler with 4x Gentle Typhoon AP-15's.
Two of the fans plug into the SYS_FAN2 plug on motherboard using a 2 to 1 adapter.
The other two fans plug into SYS_FAN3 plug on mobo using a 2 to 1 adapter also.
Exact same...
Hi Guys,
I am from Australia and GTA V pre-order is $74.99 US here, while you guys in the US get it for $59.99 US. Looking for someone that will purchase it on steam and gift it to my steam account, i will transfer the money via Paypal as gift beforehand.
Here is my heat, albeit low i have...
Hi all,
Long story short i have a store credit here:(from a failed PG278Q)
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=558_1213&vk_sort=4
I am awaiting GTA V on PC which is March end at this stage, and wonder should i just re-purchase the PG278Q, or change to a different...
Hi guys, looking to go sli with 970's, so am thinking the blower type would be the best choice. Here in Australia we don't have the reference types, all I can find is this
http://www.pccasegear.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=193_1692&products_id=29312
What do you guys think...
Hi Guys,
Would really like to purchase one of the 2 Way Spaced Sli Bridges located here:
http://www.geforce.com/hardware/technology/sli/bridges
Though i live in Australia and there is not an option for Australia when checking out.
Is there an honest and kind soul in the US that will...
Hi Guys, i am chasing a spaced 2 way sli bridge from Nvidia, you can see them here:
http://www.geforce.com/hardware/technology/sli/bridges
I am in Australia so the postage will be a little more which i will cover.
Cheers
Hi guys,
Little curious as to what sort of performance/IQ people are getting running any type of DSR at a native res of 2560x1440?(ie PG278Q) and what particular games people are using it for?
Are people just using it in older types of games at this native res or on current games?
Are people...
Hi guys,
Would like to update chipset drivers on my pc, as i suspect they are fairly old(installed from disc)
Using GIGABYTE Z77X-UP7 board and 3770k.
I figured getting the from intel would be best, though i cant locate them to install manually, and running the "auto check your system for...
Hi Guys,
I have a 3770K overclocked to 4.5ghz, I have always turned off Hyperthreading in the past, though am reading now with these newer games that *some* may benefit. I have also read that Hyperthreading may cause stuttering in some games.
I have googled a lot and cannot find a definitive...
Hey guys,
Received my PG278Q today and am trying to load the ICC profile i have gotten from TFT.
For reference i am following the guide at the bottom of this page:
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/articles/icc_profiles.htm
EDIT . : Well from my own mucking around with my old pc, i have come to...
Hi guys,
Just wondering what are the thoughts of reference cards? Are they a complete no-no or are they ok?
I have recently sold off my 2 X 680’s, Asus CU ll Top editions, so not reference.
I am planning on buying 2X 8GB 880’s on release, which at that time will only be reference...
Hi Guys,
Have a little dilemma, currently using my sig rig, and will be changing out the gpu's to 2x 880's or 780 ti's depending on time frame on the 800's.
Anyway, the main game i will be playing is GTA V, which they are saying is fall release, i currently have 2x 27" monitors, one Catleap...
Hi guys, currently using this rig:
Corsair AX1200 PSU
3770K @ 4.5GHZ with H100 4x gentle Typhoons in push/pull
2 X Asus 680 Top Editions(mild OC +20 on core and mem)
Samsung 830 256gb SSD
Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP7 Motherboard
Corsair Dominator Platinum 2133 MHZ 16GB DDR3 Ram
Win 7 64 bit...
Hi guys,
I have a Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP7 mobo with onboard sound, which is Realtek ALC898 codec.
I am having trouble finding the correct newest drivers.
I looked here
http://www.realtek.com.tw/downloads/downloadsView.aspx?Langid=1&PNid=24&PFid=24&Level=4&Conn=3&DownTypeID=3&GetDown=false
but...
Hi Guys,
Running the rig in my sig currently, and am very interested in Watch Dogs which is on the horizon.
With this, and indeed many other games upping the hardware requirements(next gen consoles) i am thinking that my system may be in a little bit of trouble, mainly due to the VRAM...
Hey guys, i am currently running 2x gtx 680 cards, with 314.22 drivers. i have tried updating to 320.49 beta drivers, also 320.18, and even the ones before that. Everything works fine, until i have to click "agree and continue" during the driver installation, then the installer just disappears...
I am building a new system shortly, i will be using this case:
NZXT Switch 810 Case White
http://www.nzxt.com/new/products/crafted_series/switch_810
And this Mobo:
Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UP7 Motherboard
http://www.gigabyte.com.au/microsite/316/z77x-up7.html
And am planning on...