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Different RAM modules in the same system
Greetings, I am thinking of adding more RAM to my computer, the current components are: CPUINTEL I9-9900k MotherboardGigabyte Z390 Aorus Pro WiFi RamG.Skill Trident Z Neo Series RGB 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3600 PC4-28800 CL16 Dual Channel Memory Kit F4-3600C16D-32GTZNC - Black…
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Rocket Lake cpu availability
I was about to buy the i5-11400 processor about 3 weeks ago but it went out of stock just then. It has not come back in stock since. Any idea when it might come back in stock? My local store is in Tustin, CA. The same thing happened with the motherboard I was about to buy: The Asus Prime H570. Any idea when it'll come back…
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Lian-Li UNIFAN SL120 default lighting on boot
Hello all, I completed my first build ever 2 weeks ago and love it with a passion but there’s 1 minor problem. The Lian-Li UNIFAN SL120’s ALWAYS reset to default lighting on boot and I’m unable to use L-Connect with them. I’ve watched countless amounts of videos, unplugged everything and put it back together,…
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Power Surge Caused Graphics Issue - "No Input" to Monitor
Hello, Today I had a brief power surge which caused a graphics issue with my computer. The monitor now says "no input" and will turn off. I have tried unplugging everything, plugging it back in and restarting with the same result. I have even tried a different monitor and had no luck. Can anyone help me resolve this issue?
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Issue with PC
This discussion was created from comments split from: Automatic Repair couldn't repair your PC.
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Pc shutdown
First time on any message board but I'm in need of guidance. I wanted to up my gaming experience after playing console since late 90s I decided to purchase a pre built through you guys. One of the biggest problems I'm having is after the new COD update in April. My pc will shut down before loading into the start-up menu. I…
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Do you still have a CD drive in your PC?
It's 2021. You can buy everything digitally, but some of us still like to have a CD drive in their PC, just in case. Do you?
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Need motherboard help
Hello i need help, so i haven gotten an old pc from a friend who have me to fix it and when i turn on the pc motherboard gives me error code 0.2. and i need help figuring out whats wrong. No fans are spinning but ,motherboard gets power can you guys help me out please and thank you. i really need help figuring out what the…
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Your Go-To PC Gaming Controller
Sure, the Xbox controller may be the most common PC controller, but there's a small-but-passionate base for Sony's Dualshock 4. And with the haptic triggers on the Dual Sense, we may start seeing PC games make use of them! But for now, what's your Go-To PC Gaming controller?
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How Do You Position Your Monitors?
We see all sorts of set-ups come through our Build Showcase, and monitor positions can be as varied as the systems themselves. We've seen stacked monitors: The Rick and Morty Build by manler200 We've seen horizontal monitors: Galaxy by Gianni M We've even seen unconventional monitors: Moncaso by Starry G And that's just to…
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When was the last time you backed up your data?
It's World Backup Day 2021, your yearly reminder to make backups of your data to keep it safe and, in honor of this ever-important day, we want to know: when was the last time you backed up your data? And, if you need more space for your backups (or if you've never backed up your data before....) we're giving away four…
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What game genre have you spent the most time in?
Last week we asked what games everyone was playing. This week, we're getting a bit broader and wondering if someone were to walk by you playing video games, what genre would they most likely see? In other words:
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What's your favorite flavor of Linux?
Today we released a series of Linux How-To guides and it got us thinking... What's your favorite flavor of Linux, and why? And if you're unfamiliar with Linux and wondering just what we're saying, check out these guides: How to Dual-Boot Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows 10 How to Install Linux in a Virtual Machine - Windows 10…
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How long before Micro Center opening were people showing up for 30-series releases?
I want the best chance to get the RTX 3070 - how early should I show up? I know that Micro Center is trying to get rid of lines, but I'm sure some people will still arrive absurdly early.
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Looking to move my pc into a new case
I bought a prebuilt PC from microcenter a few months ago. It is working well except the AIO cooling is incredibly loud. I want to install a nice new CPU heatsink, but the case isn't big enough to comfortably fit anything I want. Would Microcenter be able to move everything into a new case for me + install the cpu fan? I…
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5800X DOA?
Hey all,Purchased the following as an upgrade:5800xAsrock B500M Steel legendNoctua NH-U14SPreviously build:1600xAsrock ab350M Pro4Reference Powercooler 570016 GB EVGA DDR4 3200 mhz I pulled my 1600X, RAM and gfx card from the old build, dropped into the new mobo, booted fine. Updated to latest bios.Swapped the 1600x for…
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PC shutting down and restarting during load of game, so far.
Hello all, I just finished my build and running into issues when loading a single game so far. This is my build, all new parts with the exception of GPU: CPU- Ryzen 5600X GPU- Gigabyte GTX 1070 rev 1. (bought this used from friend) RAM- Crucial Ballistix 2x8 GB 3600 DDR4 CL16 (outer package was damaged but sticks looks…
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Anyone seen a device to connect USB 3.0 portable drive to Ethernet LAN that is not a router or PC?
Basically making it a NAS for very few dollars or little electricity.
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3060 TI no longer being sold?
Hi, I was planning on going in before open to my local Microcenter, but after checking online, it seems like 3060 TI’s are no longer sold. Rather than the EVGA saying “unavailable online” like it used to, it’s simply disappeared. Is there no way for me to get a 3060 TI?
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Ethernet drivers gone and can't download new ones
i just bought a new cpu and motherboard from microcenter MB: MSI Z590 pro wifi CPU: Intel i7 11700k installed them yesterday with no issue but having no internet drivers to be able to connect to the internet and download all the new drivers i need so had a friend download the internet drivers on a USB stick and downloaded…
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Death stranding free with Intel processor
Is Micro center participating in this offer? https://softwareoffer.intel.com/Campaign/LearnMore/224414a6-6474-4461-864d-b78be6dfb562
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My new order
I placed a new order today and I would like to add my home phone number so you can reach me when it is ready.
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MicroCenter unable to link my online account with in-store purchases
So I created an online account on 5/19 but didn't buy anything. I went to the Microcenter in Brooklyn today and they couldn't locate my account information using my email address or my phone number. Both of which are added to my account. Anyway I purchased the items I wanted and gave them my email address (again same as my…
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It is...less than useful...to have Compute Module 4's in stock but not a SINGLE carrier board...
I had to buy the carrier for the CM4 module I just bought today from off of Amazon, offered by Waveshare. It's kind of odd not having a KEY component in a system or DIY build type device assembly. And it doesn't QUITE seem like you're ever getting any of them in. What gives?
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Quest for RTX 3080: What days do trucks usually arrive at my local store?
Right now the call center is down for a 'deep cleaning' and nobody is responding. Question is the title - I would like to contact my local microcenters (NY Flushing and NY Yonkers) for guidance to help narrow down the days of the week where I might go and stand in the cold before open. For example: It would be amazing to…
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My new pre-built from micro center is broken
Hello I recently purchased a computer about two weeks ago from you guys. It was a pre-built gaming pc that makes every game look and run amazing, but at certain points in the day maybe once or twice a day my pc will just crash and freeze on whatever I was doing whether it's playing a game or running YouTube. I've changed…
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If I am on vacation in the United States, can I buy a gpu with my driver's license from my country?
I await your answer, thank you
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Price Adjustment Policy?
Hi Microcenter, is there a formal price adjustment policy? I've purchased the i9-11900K on early April $609+ tax approximately at the Tustin CA location and it's now going at $519.99 while the major competitors are doin $549.99. Thank you
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How do I know what camera to add to my system
I purchased a WD Readyview Enhanced NVR Kit 4TB I would like to add 2 more camera's how do I locate an order number for camera's that would work with my current system? Thank you
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G707 PC crashes when launching any game
Any game I launch I get event ID 1001, I found event ID 29, Event ID 10016 appears a lot in event viewer, and finally Event ID 41 is happening. Its honestly frustrating because I don't understand how a pc is new is said ready to play games on start having problems like this