Posts by Kimberly Gomez34

Try one of the LAN ports (though you probably mean the internet connection). Go ahead and test it out; nothing is going to blow up if you plug it into the wrong one

The DSL uses that standard phone jack style

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That’s just some clever marketing fluff; you won't actually be able to allocate that much. The internet is absolutely flooded with people asking, "Why can't I assign 1.76GB..."

I recall a buddy running a G3258 paired with a Z97 extreme 3 who couldn't bump his BIOS allocation past 512MB.

An Intel Chip expert

I see that you want to increase the amount of dedicated memory for video on your computer using the Intel(R) graphics controller.

Regarding your inquiry, the Intel(R) graphics controllers don't actually use dedicated memory on their own; instead, they pull from the shared memory available in the RAM installed in your system.

The feature responsible for managing how much memory is utilized for video is known as Intel ( R ) Dynamic video Memory Technology, which ensures the graphics controller only uses the specific amount of RAM required to run various applications or software. You can't pre-set this to one exact fixed value; you can only cap the maximum amount of memory it's allowed to grab. Usually, when you look in the BIOS, you'll see three standard options: 128MB, 256MB, or the maximum DVMT. You might see other increments like 512MB, but those vary depending on the motherboard manufacturer and how much total RAM you have installed in your PC.

Just keep in mind that you can only set a maximum limit, not a minimum requirement.

Best regards.

https://communities.intel.com/thread...art=0&tstart=0

Looking at the lineup, that DGS board would be my absolute last choice out of those three, even if it came with a solid 3-year warranty (though that seems to depend on which retailer you buy from).

Either the first or the third option comes with a 3-year warranty.

AMD uses Seasonic as their OEM, specifically those older Seasonic units when you're looking at Bronze-rated power supplies or anything in that lower tier. As for Corsair, they go with either Foxconn or Chicony depending on which specific model you're eyeing—they used to use Seasonic back in the day, too—so you definitely can't claim they're a step up in quality.

Just slot it into the designated opening on both the chassis and the router

If you have the manual for the router handy, everything should be laid out there for you

So, what’s the plan—are you actually planning to overclock? If you aren't, there's really no reason to go for the 4690K. You might as well just grab the Intel Core i5-4460 and call it a day.
Also, you should probably look for a more reliable power supply than an AeroCool; stick to something like an EVGA or Corsair. As for the RAM and the GPU, those can be whatever you prefer.

This is a top-tier power supply; it delivers incredibly consistent voltage on the +12V rail too.

If you aren't planning on running SLI or similar heavy multi-GPU setups, it'll hold up just fine—though, honestly, it could probably handle an SLI configuration with those specific cards paired with that CPU as well.😬

Think about the long-term implications.
AMD might be willing to do it, but they're definitely going to charge you extra for it.

And what exactly would you be using this PC for?
Are you leaning towards a Micro-ATX or an ATX case?

Even if Newegg actually shipped to the States, the total cost would be astronomical. Besides, a sub-$350 price point aligns much more closely with those Celeron G18xx chips we see here in America. It’s a poor comparison overall.

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You might want to consider picking up a higher-end USB 3.0 enclosure instead; take a look at the options and see what catches your eye.

You could even get by with an Intel Celeron G1840. Just toss in a 240GB SSD if that's enough storage for you—and ditch the HDD entirely. Also, grab a better motherboard that actually has a USB 3.0 header, along with a case that supports USB 3.0.

1 x OCZ SSD ARC 100 240GB, OCZ Barefoot 3 M10 Controller
1 x Intel Celeron G1840 Processor (2.80GHz, 512KB, 2MB, 54 W, 1150) Box,
1 x Asrock B85M Pro3, S 1150, Supports 4th Gen Intel ® Core
1 x DDR3 4GB (1x4GB) Kingston, 1600MHz, CL11, Value
1 x Zalman T5 mini tower case. 170(W) x 427(H) x 348(D)mm.
1 x CORSAIR 430W Power Supply, CX430M, CX Series Modular, EPS12V v2.3
1 x LG GH24NS DVD burner, DVD±RW, 24x DVD±R ,8x DL , 40x CD-R

$846 admin

If you think you'll need more breathing room, just add another 4GB of RAM (because that single stick listed above isn't even $67). Plus, don't forget you'll need Windows, which runs about $900 worth of... well, you know $333. As for the power supply, you can definitely go cheaper; I only suggested this one because it's modular. You could also use an H81M-HDS motherboard, but there isn't much of a price difference here.

Do you need a monitor as well?

With those upgrades I mentioned (including that 1TB drive), you could also pair them with more RAM

1 x Intel Core i5-4460 (3.2GHz, 6MB, LGA1150) box
1 x Zalman Z3, USB3.0 black, 3x120mm
1 x Seagate Barracuda HDD (3.5", 1TB, 64MB, SATA III)
1 x Sapphire R9 390 NITRO, Tri-X OC, 8GB GDDR5
1 x Asrock H81M-HDS (S1150, USB3.0 Header) mATX
1 x XFX TS Series 550W, 80+ Bronze
1 x Kingston DDR3 1600MHz, C11, 8GB

Total: $2178

You could potentially combine these $11 with another drive, but this setup offers the best bang for your buck. Personally, I wouldn't touch anything else beyond this.

You said you'd break your back working for this, yet here he is just shopping around

Everything new under $600 could potentially be cobbled together with an FX 8300, but if we go with an i5, we're going to need a bigger budget

We could probably save about $10 by grabbing a cheaper motherboard (like an H81M-HDS), ditching the flashy lights (-$40) and so on, plus maybe picking up a more budget-friendly power supply (at least an XFX 550) - $33...

So, what kind of budget are we working with here? If you aren't looking to drop at least six grand, there's no way you're landing a GPU in that same league as the one mentioned above.

If you're planning on overclocking—which is exactly what those K-series processors are built for—you should look at this one:

However, if your priority is simply "getting it to work" without any intention of overclocking, or if you need to keep costs down, try this:

Honestly, you don't have much of an alternative here; most of the other 1155 boards are either sold out or back in the RMA process.

Otherwise, you're stuck buying an entirely new setup from scratch.

The ventilation issue is sorted then; that 6008 model only came with the Rear fan. I added a link above for a gtx 970 that should fit perfectly—performance-wise, the GPUs are basically in the same league right now.

Graphics cards up to 295mm will fit, so this one would work. That said, I’m a bit hesitant about putting it in a budget case like that—given the high TDP, you absolutely have to prioritize airflow. You already have the 92mm fan in the rear, so I’d suggest adding a 12cm fan to the front, for example. Alternatively, you could go with a gtx 970 which has a lower TDP.

In real-world usage, there isn't any meaningful difference between an i5 3xxx and a 4xxx; you honestly wouldn't feel the change. Now, regarding that deal with your brother, what kind of specs are we talking about?