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ryzen 3080 on b450m
hi, i just need to ask, will i be able to use the 3080 on my b450m-a by asus. Thank you and stay safe!
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What motherboard would best suit my first "potential" build? USB 3.1 benefits?
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=67b303a3-4394-4697-ba46-9a32e4e93f2d This is a link to the parts that were available for in-store. I was informed on reddit that the motherboard I chose didn't have a 20 pin header (chose this one due to availability). And after looking at a spreadsheet…
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Problems with Gigabyte TRX40 Aorus Master
I can't get the speakers to work. They didn't work initially, then did, now don't. Test sounds work, but not music or videos. I have Revision 1.0 of this board. I plan to return it. I don't know if the problem is with the board or a Windows 10 update, but I want to buy a board that is as stable and bug-free as possible.…
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Trident z rgb RAM
I'm looking into RAM for my 1st build, specifically Trident z rgb. I did some research and on their website, it states that there are models made for AMD Ryzen. But I search everywhere and can't find it. Any advise?
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Service to Install Processor and Heat Sink on Motherboard?
Does Microcenter have a service to install a processor and heat sink onto a motherboard? I am going to be buying all 3 at Microcenter in MN but do not want to have to do this part. I am afraid of not doing it right.I7 Intel Coffee Lake on a GigabyteZ390 Gaming X motherboard and a suitable heat sink.
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Installing windows on ASRock B450m pro 4
I have been trying to install windows 10 from a USB for the past 6 hours I keep getting "0xc00000f info a required device isn't connected or cant be accessed" when booting up. The windows 10 installer is on the USB plugged into the computer I don't know why its not working. Please help
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CPU overheating, jumps from 60C to 90C instantly
hi everyone! this is my first post and my first pc build. I put it together last Sunday, 8/30 and have been monitoring it since. i'm struggling with my cpu temperature and it keeps overheating. with a simple web browse, it jumps to 75C. When idle it’s at 65-70C. compared to my friends, they're at 44C. when i did some 3D…
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Aorus Z390 Ultra 1151 for 30 Series GPU
I've tried looking through the list on Nvidia's site for a determination and still not 100% so wanted to reach out in the community to see if anyone might know if I'm going to need to go through a MOBO upgrade if wanting to install the Founders edition 3080 in my RIG when it comes out. I've got the PSU covered with a NZXT…
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MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX ATX motherboard M.2 Slot question
I am new to PC building and I'm looking to make my first PC at 14. I used PCPartPicker to gather my list of items and I get this message along with others? The motherboard M.2 slot #1 shares bandwidth with SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports. When the M.2 slot is populated, two SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports are disabled. Here is my…
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i5 10600k and asus H470m Plus or Z490?
Hey guys I wanted to ask why I should get the Z490 for my new i5 10600k. I already have the H470m motherboard and the case etc. I read that in order to utilize the overclocking I would need a z490 but I also read this mobo is capable of overclocking. I just can't find a definite answer to which I should go with. If I go…
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UPDATING BIOS - ISSUES -
I have the tuf gaming x570-plus and am trying to update the BIOS to Version 2407 - When I download and extract the zip using "WinRAR" to my flash drive I keep encountering this error message - "selected file is not a proper bios" I have checked my formatting for the flash drive and the file system is set to FAT32. Please…
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B450 motherboard for Ryzen 5 3400G
I'm getting ready to order a Ryzen 5 3400G, motherboard and RAM. I'm leaning toward a B450 motherboard because I prefer DVI-D over displayport, and I don't like chipset fans. Can I assume that any B450 motherboard in stock has a recent enough BIOS that it supports the 3400G? Are there any specific B450 motherboards I…
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CPU upgade
Hello, So I purchased an MSI GE75 Raider 9SG last year thinking It could handle anything I threw at it.. I was wrong. The laptop has a 9750H CPU and an RTX 2080. I do a lot of 3d rendering/design, video editing, ect.. The CPU is my bottleneck. I have searched high and low but can not find a solution to upgrading my CPU.…
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12V Port Confusion (B450 Aorus Pro Wifi)
So I recently bought the board. Everything seems fine, except when I was connecting my 12v cable from my case(Corsair SPEC DELTA RGB). I looked at the cord and noticed it had for 4 plugins, while the board had 5 pins for that port? I couldn't find any attachment for both the case or motherboard respective boxes. I really…
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Anyone know when you guys will have the B450 Tomohawk Max in stock??
I was wanting the B450 Tomahawk Max but it says it is out of stock at the Dallas store, Do you guys know when it will be back in stock, and if I can just order it online??
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CPU stuck to heatsink?
I recently got an AMD ryzen 5 3600 and my brother was helping me install it onto the motherboard. We clipped it in and made sure it was secure before putting the fan on it and we forgot the backplate screwed off since it wouldn't fit with the plastic holders originally there. So when we lifted the fan to check the screws…
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Thoughts on what could be the problem?
I was stuck on a boot loop with a EVGA 1200w P2 PSU intially.. it wasn't posting AT ALL..so what i did was unplug the network adapter, my keyboard + mouse etc. to get it to post.. and even then it was having issues.. did a cmos clear multiple times.. (this was the only way to get it to post).. I could only get it to post…
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Asus Z390-a MB: Raid 1 with 2 x m.2 ssd on system drive + windows spaces on 2 x sata 4 tb?
Hi, Im just checking whether this is possible. Asus Z390-A (Prime) Motherboard, configured to run 2 x m.2 (m key) 500gb ssd as c: drive (i.e. system), via bios / motherboard Then have 2 x 4tb sata as software raid 1 via Windows 10 Spaces. The z390A has 6 sata ports, but the documentation is confusing regarding how many…
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G.Skill Memory
What do you guys think about G.Skill desktop and laptop memory? It's funny how every memory kit I bought, it comes with a badge for advertising.
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Ryzen 5 3400g/ Asus prime b450m bundle should I return it?
I don’t know why I was sold a bundle like this but since mine does not have that orange “3000 ready” sticker should I return it? I live an hour away and I’m brand new to the pc building community . Please help me I purchased this at the beginning of June . Did the orange sticker fall off or was I just sold the wrong bundle…
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ram support
If my ram said its supports a spicec chipset but the desktop still slows the fans
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Help finding a motherboard
Part Information: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5 GHz Quad-Core Processor G. Skill Aegis 16 GB (2x8 GB) DDR4-3000 CL16 Memory I currently have the two parts are shown above as well as an RX 460 graphics card that I will no longer use. The current motherboard I have is the ASRock z170 pro4 which I believe is broken. I am looking…
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MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX ATX AM4 Motherboard 6/27/2020
When will the MSI B450 TOMAHAWK MAX ATX AM4 Motherboard come back in stock at the Tustin store in California?
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Ryzen 3000 series on B350 Motherboards.
Hi! I just have a question regarding Ryzen 3000 cpus. I am currently using a ASUS ROG STRIX B350-F GAMING Motherboard with Bios Version 5220. Will it work with Ryzen 5 3600 processor? Im looking to upgrade from 1600. Are there any significant disadvantages of using 3rd gen ryzen on B350 boards other than PCIE 4.0 support?…
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MOTHERBOARD NOT LIGHTING UP
Hello - i just got a PC built by microcenter last weekend and the motherboard isnt/wont light up anymore. the computer turns on and the GPU is lit up but the motherboard doesnt.... should i take it in?
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Replacing Ram in Toshiba S855-S5378
The picture represents my RAM in my Toshiba S855-S5378. My understanding is I can increase my memory to 16 GB by purchasing two 8 GB slots. I would like to know what options are available at micro center to increase my RAM. Can this PC handle different MHz slots? Also, I would like to know if microcenter buys the old RAM…
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Motherboard compatibility - AMD Ryzen
I recently bought a MSi motherboard that ended up being DOA. I am looking at the ASUS B450 TUF PRO that is available for in store pick up. Whenever I use pcpartpicker a couple different versions of the B450 show up in compatibility with my AMD Ryzen 5 but not the TUF PRO specifically. Is that because it is not compatible…
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CPU clock speed
I bought a Ryzen 9 3900x that is supposed to have a clock speed of 3.8 MHz ,but when I check the clock speed I am getting close to 4.5 MHz. I was wondering if this has something to do with the RAM I purchased and if it should be something I am worried about. The system seems stable over the last couple of days. I have not…
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Is the Asus B450-f incompatible with the Ryzen 5 3600x?
While using the PCpartspicker website, it gave me this notification about compatibility: "Some AMD B450 chipset motherboards may need a BIOS update prior to using Matisse CPUs. Upgrading the BIOS may require a different CPU that is supported by older BIOS revisions." I'm personally pretty new to building computers so I am…
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Is MSI B450 Gaming Plus MAX 3rd Gen Ryzen Compatible?
I have heard yes and no all over the place, just curious if this motherboard is compatible with a Ryzen 5 3600.
