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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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Dual r9 290 or dual gtx 780

Ok so i'm planning on upgrading a few things in my pc 1 of which is my video cards.I had planned on buying 2 r9 290s since they were cheaper then the gtx 780.But now the gtx 780s are $100 cheaper then the r9 290s.I've been waiting for the price of th...

Raidr express ssd

I have a new RAIDR EXPRESS SSD coming the PCIE-1 slot is covered by my GTX 670can I use PCI-16 Slot or move my GTX 670 to another slotRight now I am using Slot 1 and Slot 4 for SLIOS WIN 8.1 PRORampage IV Extreme 2011 socketCPU i7 3930BIOS 4802(2) E...

help me confirm RAM

Dear specialists, I have the new Rampage IV Black Edition (Beautiful by the way, congrats !). I have a problem finding the proper RAM for this board. I would like you to confirm that this ram will be ok and if some of you had issues with it. Accordin...

ximenji by Level 7
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need help figuring out the fit of a heat sink

So im building my new pc soon and the one thing I have a question about is the heat sink. Im thinking about the cooler master gtx but im worried about the fit on the maximus v extreme motherboard. Does anyone know if ill run into problems with it blo...

help me confirm RAM

Dear specialists, I have the new Rampage IV Black Edition (Beautiful by the way, congrats !). I have a problem finding the proper RAM for this board. I would like you to confirm that this ram will be ok and if some of you had issues with it. Accordin...

ximenji by Level 7
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Laptop upgrade

Hello everyoneFirst of all, i know that most of hardware i will list in here is accient now however i still had them so im thinking about upgrading my laptop. I know that my laptop is not the greatest thing to upgrade however if is possible to reuse ...

luffaPL by Level 7
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Ram choice question

What MHz ram and type should I be using in this setup.CPU 4770k i7 3.5GHzGPU GTX 770 4gbAsus Hero moboI have been looking at the Trident X 2400mHz 2x8gb CAS 10 (they don't have a 9) Other options I have been looking at the Ripjaws X 1866 2x8gb cas 9...

Veracis by Level 7
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EK Crosshair V Formula-Z waterblock

Hey guys, wondering if the EK waterblock for the Formula Z will fit the original V-Formula.And if not, is there any universal waterblocks for motherboards in general? I'm looking to expand my custom loop to include by GPU, and figured I might as wel...

Case Modding.

Hi guys!I want to mod a Cooler Master Cosmos II that would include some extensive airbrush work on the case and components. But I want to know about stealth covers, and solid WC loops.My questions are:1. Are there any pre-fabricated stealth covers? I...