https://www.reddit.com/r/buildapc/comments/k3uq1j/simple_questions_november_30_2020/
created by AutoModerator on 30/11/2020 at 12:16 UTC
34 upvotes, 292 top-level comments (showing 25)
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Comment by AjinoMoto412 at 01/12/2020 at 21:56 UTC
4 upvotes, 1 direct replies
is there any way to disable the windows media volume control pop up?
Comment by [deleted] at 30/11/2020 at 18:53 UTC*
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Comment by GraniteOverworld at 01/12/2020 at 05:24 UTC
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Can we get a copypasta to explain why there's shortages? There's a ton of questions about I daily, and I want to inform but I can only type out Covid + holidays = no stock so many times.
Comment by [deleted] at 02/12/2020 at 02:06 UTC
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Comment by slardybartfast8 at 02/12/2020 at 05:47 UTC
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I'm about to build a new rig, but I'm gonna cannibalize my ram, an SSD, and an nvme m.2. I've done a backup and I think I've got everything ready to move over component-wise. I have my Windows product key in case the transfer to the new mobo doesn't work automatically. Is there anything else I need to do to be able to sell the mobo and cpu safely without worrying about any data, product keys, etc.? Honestly not sure if this is a dumb question. I think everything that's "me" is on my ssd and m.2. Do I need to go into Bios and reset anything so its back to default settings more or less for new user? Or will that happen automatically when they put a new cpu into it? Any advice would be great. Thank you in advance. Sorry if this isn't "simple" enough
Comment by Trollfar1 at 30/11/2020 at 13:08 UTC
2 upvotes, 3 direct replies
Hi! I'm changing some parts in my computer, spesifically the psu, mobo, cpu and ram. I'm keeping my m.2 nvme drive, the case and gpu (for now). What do I do about the storage before changing the other components? Do I have to wipe it clean? Do I have to do a fresh windows install? I tried googling but found some conflicting answers.. Thanks in advance!
Comment by [deleted] at 30/11/2020 at 14:38 UTC
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Comment by [deleted] at 30/11/2020 at 15:52 UTC
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Comment by billy_wellington at 30/11/2020 at 15:52 UTC
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My case is Bequiet PureBase 500DX. I have a 240mm arctic AIO mounted on top. One 140mm exhaust fan on the rear. With an AIO on top, should i maintain negative pressure, putting one fan at lower rpm on the front, or should i make it positive with 2 140mm blasting air? I feel like with AIO on top positive pressure will create some turbulence.
Comment by takingstride at 30/11/2020 at 17:16 UTC
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How much do I need to spend on cooling the i9-10850k I just impulse purchased
Comment by Limp-Ad9205 at 30/11/2020 at 17:45 UTC
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Is it worth spending the money on higher end SSDs, HDDs, and motherboard in the case that I will want to upgrade the other stuff later on if my needs change?
Comment by CPR_Dummy at 30/11/2020 at 18:25 UTC*
2 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Okay, can anyone explain PCIe lanes to me? I'm looking at this graphic[1] and I'm a bit confused. From what I understand, I get 24 PCIe lanes from my CPU right? 16 of those would go to my GPU and 4 will be going to my NVME drive on my primary m.2 slot, the other 4 will go to the chipset? Where are the 10 flexible lanes coming from? Can I use those as well in addition to the 4 extra from the CPU? SATA ports take up 4 lanes as well?
Sorry for the wall of questions, but I just want to make sure I have this right
Comment by FlusherRhyme842 at 30/11/2020 at 18:36 UTC
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I'm a bit confused about the whole case fan situation. I purchased a Gigabyte B450M DS3H Mobo before realizing that it only has 1 fan header for case fan. The case I got has 1 3-pin fan included in the back. I wanted to add another, so I got a noctua redux 4-pin PWM fan (before I was aware of the single header).
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07MTFF1M7/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_fabc_2NtXFbZMNMZXA
I found splitters like this, which say both 3 pin and 4pin are supported. Just wondering if I can connect both, and would both of them have their speed controlled. And if so, is there an order I should connect them in? I.e. first one being the 3-pin, then second one being 4-pin? Any changes to the Mobo settings?
Comment by [deleted] at 01/12/2020 at 05:52 UTC
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Comment by shadow_black1809 at 01/12/2020 at 06:22 UTC
2 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Noob question here
If I buy a 8gb 3200 stick of ram and temporarily use it with 2x4gb 2400 ram, when I buy the 2nd 8gb stick will the 1st one be stuck at 2400mhz?
Comment by InfinityPlayer at 01/12/2020 at 07:38 UTC
2 upvotes, 1 direct replies
This SSD[1] is Gen4.0 interface and was wondering if there's any downsides to that besides not having a Gen4 motherboard?
1: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TLYWMYW?tag=pcpapi-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1
Otherwise, wouldn't this be a pretty good deal since the read/write is a lot faster than like Samsung 970?
Comment by sleepyfellow44 at 01/12/2020 at 10:53 UTC
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Not the best place to ask but no idea what sub i should put it under.
Im looking for a webcam (pref 1080p) under 100 euro or a 720p under 80.
Mostly conference calls and some light streaming.
Comment by timdogg24 at 01/12/2020 at 14:13 UTC*
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Saw a link to a Google docs that had a bunch of discords to follow for in stock alerts. Anyone have that link?
Comment by EducatedRacoon at 01/12/2020 at 14:35 UTC
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Is it just me or AMD CPU prices are going too high? Intel prices are looking more attractive to me.
Comment by QuincyThePigBoy at 01/12/2020 at 20:39 UTC
2 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Just brought home a used PC and it booted straight into Windows. Appears he didn't reset to factor settings. When I reset it is there any way to keep my Windows 10 without the key?
Comment by landofthebeez at 01/12/2020 at 21:41 UTC
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My awesome gf is getting me a G7 for Christmas. It's a great laptop but I'd like more storage what are some good Ssd options?
There's the Samsung Evo 1tb at best buy.
Comment by [deleted] at 01/12/2020 at 23:06 UTC
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Comment by [deleted] at 01/12/2020 at 23:12 UTC
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Just got a new SSD. I somehow dont have discs or a usb around. Anyone have any expierence with installing windows onto that SSD from ankther machine? I was hoping to be able to plug in via sata and perform the install that way
Comment by YoruichiIsBae at 02/12/2020 at 01:57 UTC
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How many watts does a Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse consumes?
