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DRAM Stability - Methodology & Tools

Introduction Many users enter the world of DRAM overclocking with high expectations, especially after purchasing pre-binned kits that promise extreme speeds and tight timings. The logic seems simple: if a manufacturer rates a kit for 8000 MT/s, it sh...

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No Dual Channel on TUF X299 Mark2

Hi folksI have an issue trying to enable dual channel on this board. I have enabled XMP and have the dimms in the grey slots a1, b1, c1, d1. They are working but not performing well as shown in the UserBenchmark http://www.userbenchmark.com/UserRun...

Dogeared by Level 7
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Strix STRIX Z270E Realtek audio Problems.

Realtek audio on this board is very flat and poor sounding. Enhancment tab is missing and only shows "disable all enhancements". All features are missing! Equalizer is the one I really need. Please see screen shot. Tried reinstalls different re...

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N8LBV by Level 7
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4x140mm exhaust fans vs 12x120mm intake fans?

Hi there,I'm in process of updating my x299 build,and I plan on installing third rad in my tt view 71 TG case.And I was planning on top to have 6x140mm exhaust in push/pull and rear 140mm exhaust fans and in front and side 360mm rad in intake p...

M2 settings

Hi there Are there any useful options in BIOS to boot faster and get everything from 960 PRO M2 drive? CSM OR UEFI ? PCIE bandwith x2 or x4 ? If you know more than me please share with me. ThanksRad

r4dz1k by Level 7
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unlocked cpu's

I'm considering a couple of new builds and looking at cpu's. Since they would never be OC'd what advantage, if any, would there be in using unlocked cpu's?edit to add.... one would be for gaming and the other for a multi-monitor office environment.

Heini by Level 11
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Z370 Maximus X Hero BIOS

Hello everyone! I am about to buy a new motherboard and was considering the z370 Maximus X Hero. Only one small question though, in a review that I saw of the motherboard, there was a criticism that the CPU voltage did not sit at normal levels if MCE...

Pocah by Level 7
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