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11-19-2020, 05:02 PM
Thread: Little White Block
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I've had boards with the q-connector as well. I...
I've had boards with the q-connector as well. I thought it was still around as of a few years ago. I suspect it isn't included with every board because the header pinout varies from motherboard to...
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11-19-2020, 04:47 PM
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Without more info it's hard to say. What are the...
Without more info it's hard to say. What are the specs & prices where you live? In general I'd say you would be happy with a machine that has a 2060 and 120hz display for gaming but maybe your...
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11-17-2020, 09:21 PM
Thread: UEFI still loads default parameters
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Motherboards use a CR2032 battery to save...
Motherboards use a CR2032 battery to save settings and keep time. If your settings are getting lost you may have a bad battery. If you don't have an appropriate battery tester then yes you could just...
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11-17-2020, 01:05 AM
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Run HCI Memtest to see if you get any errors....
Run HCI Memtest to see if you get any errors. Load up multiple copies and complete several passes overnight to be sure. You might have to run your memory at a slower speed or replace it if you get...
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11-17-2020, 01:00 AM
Thread: UEFI still loads default parameters
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Check the battery on the motherboard.
Check the battery on the motherboard.
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11-17-2020, 12:52 AM
Thread: Thor 1200w possible 5v issue
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Minor fluctuations in voltage are normal. In...
Minor fluctuations in voltage are normal. In fact, most DC devices can easily handle up to 5% fluctuation and be within spec.
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11-13-2020, 02:19 AM
Thread: Fix speaker not working issue?
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You will have to provide more information about...
You will have to provide more information about the product and the nature of the issue if you want people to help.
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11-11-2020, 12:24 AM
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I wouldn't expect that based on temps alone, no....
I wouldn't expect that based on temps alone, no. Current gen CPUs are designed to be able to run hot and throttle themselves as necessary to protect themselves. You won't see a recall unless your...
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11-11-2020, 12:07 AM
Thread: Now that's a cooler
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der8auer has a video on this cooler if you're...
der8auer has a video on this cooler if you're interested. It's a fancy TEC with management software, humidity sensor, etc. TEC's use a massive amount of power for a marginal improvement so it does...
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11-10-2020, 11:47 PM
Thread: Connecting to a subwoofer.
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The orange port is a 2 channel output just like...
The orange port is a 2 channel output just like the green port. It is the sub + center channel. So you should be connecting another one of those 3.5mm to 2xRCA breakout cables and only connecting one...
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11-10-2020, 11:13 PM
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A USB external sound card would work. I've used a...
A USB external sound card would work. I've used a Vantec 7.1 adapter for years. Cheap and mostly works. Only issue I've had with that specific device is the optical output seems to be stereo only,...
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11-03-2020, 06:28 PM
Thread: ROG STRIX GD30CI upgrade to 3080
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You'd have to replace the power supply as it's...
You'd have to replace the power supply as it's too small and you'll have to measure the clearances. Most 3080s are big cards and the founder's card is really tall to where it won't fit in skinny...
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10-29-2020, 07:29 PM
Thread: Laptop Repair, Should I be worried?
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This is off topic but a lot of production and...
This is off topic but a lot of production and distribution business has had shutdowns or modifications to work in order to limit the spread of infection. When nothing is produced near you then...
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10-29-2020, 06:49 PM
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Go to the Malaysian page here and click on...
Go to the Malaysian page here and click on "Service and Repair"
https://www.asus.com/my/support/
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10-24-2020, 10:57 PM
Thread: Laptop Repair, Should I be worried?
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Just speculation but my guess would be parts...
Just speculation but my guess would be parts availability. Supply chains are all messed up.
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10-23-2020, 04:54 PM
Thread: Rog pg27uq aftermarket base stands
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I don't think you'll find a replacement mount...
I don't think you'll find a replacement mount that matches the circular default mount. You're probably best looking for a VESA mount, perhaps one that clamps to the back edge of the desk if you don't...
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10-22-2020, 04:39 PM
Thread: Memory module advice - HX436C17PB3AK2/32
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Not all kits are tested with every board so if...
Not all kits are tested with every board so if it's missing from the list that's neither a good or bad thing. Some QVL's list kits as incompatible or limited in some way so obviously avoid anything...
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10-22-2020, 04:15 PM
Thread: Laptop Repair, Should I be worried?
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This section:...
This section:
https://rog.asus.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?295
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10-22-2020, 03:59 PM
Thread: wake from sleep issue
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You could try tinkering with the S-state settings...
You could try tinkering with the S-state settings in the BIOS. That should not be necessary but it might allow you to circumvent whatever is causing this.
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10-15-2020, 06:07 PM
Thread: Laptop Repair, Should I be worried?
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ASUS is a large company with millions of units...
ASUS is a large company with millions of units sold. It has many different service centers and it seems like complaints have concentrated in some more than others. So if you are going to doomscroll...
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10-11-2020, 09:56 PM
Thread: PC problem
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To further Phrasemaker's point you could also run...
To further Phrasemaker's point you could also run prime95 to load up the CPU without the GPU to ensure that isn't causing your crashes.
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10-10-2020, 12:01 AM
Thread: New graphics card
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I personally don't think it's a great time to...
I personally don't think it's a great time to buy. We're on the brink of Big Navi from AMD and the 3070 from Nvidia. There is a shortage of 30 series cards in general. So anyone buying a card now is...
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10-08-2020, 08:51 PM
Thread: About thermals on G512LW-WS
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Silicon quality varies and there several factors...
Silicon quality varies and there several factors with memory. The first is the quality of the kit itself. The second is the CPU memory controller. Motherboard design also matters but if you get a...
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10-06-2020, 12:16 AM
Thread: First time PC build help!!!
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Power: It's fine for a light OC. It just depends...
Power: It's fine for a light OC. It just depends how far you are planning to go. I'd search online to see what power draw others have reported with your CPU at various clocks & voltages. That can...
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10-03-2020, 08:26 PM
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If you lift the card while installing the screws...
If you lift the card while installing the screws that can help with some sag. You generally don't need a support unless you are moving the machine around a lot, but it can't hurt and it might look...
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