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PowerSpec 1530 laptop Audio
1) On the face of laptop to the right of the touchpad, it lists, "TUNED BY SOUND BLASTER X PRO-GAMING". What is the significance of this designation? I don't find any Sound Blaster software on the laptop nor a way to access anything unique related to BS. 2) I'm looking to add or access an audio equalizer. The built-in…
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G228 Serial Key
I need to know where the Serial # is so that I can sign up for ESET, but all the numbers on this computer do not add up to what the key could be. None on the side or top. The back sticker doesnt have enough numbers. Where could it be or how can i found out? Because Product Key and Serial key in windows info on the settings…
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I have a monopod reservation number #12400629 I need to make sure it can hold at least 6 lbs
I have a monopod reservation number #12400629 I need to make sure it can hold at least 6 lbs
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Lian Li Galahad 360 Black AIO Open Box Missing Parts
I recently picked up an open box discounted Galahad 360mm aio unit from the Minnesota location. Upon preparing to install I discovered I was missing parts "L" through "S," according to the manual. The RGB controller is missing, as well as the critical multi-connectors for the fan PWM and RGB management. Wondering how I…
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PowerSpec G464 Crashes - white vga led on
My computer constantly crashes while idling. I have not been able determine exactly when it happens but it's definitely when it's idling. I go away for a bit, come back and it's unresponsive and see that the white vga led on the motherboard is on. The system powers down/up with no problems but it should not be crashing to…
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wifi antenna missing from g164
i bought a g164 powerspec and the 2 wifi antenna that go on the back of the pc were missing , i dont want to return the pc and wanted to see if i can pick up any in the store or have them sent i know it was open box and was fine with it not having the kb and mouse but need the wifi antenna for internet
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I need help troubleshooting an Oculus Rift S
I have been trying to troubleshoot my Rift for about a week now and I'm having an issue with the display on the Headset it just doesn't turn on, no backlight or anything at all. Now I have done pretty much everything starting with un-installing and re-installing the Oculus setup software restarting my system like 20 times…
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Refurbished iPhones
I’m considering buying a refurbished iPhone but would like to know how Micro Center refurbishes them. Apple, for example, replaces the battery and shell. Do you do the same thing or more/less?
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Tool Kit Inquiry
Hello, I purchased a new Syba 145 Piece Computer Tool Kit from the Paterson, NJ store on 3/25/21. After opening it up, I noticed that there were a few pieces that did not match up to the advertised picture/description (The head of the Hammer is steel and not rubberized, the Soldering Iron's holder is missing, the solder…
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Recommendation on gaming PC that can be upgraded over time
I am looking at gaming desktops for my son and want to ensure that if he wants to upgrade components in a couple years that we do not purchase something now that prevents it, e.g. no room for that cool new graphics card, not enough power or cooling for the desired upgrade, etc. I am not experienced in building PCs or…
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Audio Popping from speakers. Often when gaming
So I have noticed that I am getting audio static and popping when using chrome to play audio from videos while playings games. I am using a TV with an HDMI cord for my monitor. I noticed that when I am alt-tabbed to the browser window while the game is in the background is when it happens most often. It sometimes happens…
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Chicago locations?
I know this might be a tad short notice to be asking, but which location would have the better odds at nabbing a GPU today? This is the only weekday I can make the six hour round trip, plus I'm a dummy and didn't even realize there are two locations until now lol. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Is my pc ready ?
About a week ago i bought a liquid cooler and a new case and i also payed for everything in my old case to be moved to my new case with the liquid cooler just wanted to check in on it
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15.6" laptop with touchpad mouse buttons recommendation
Hello, I am looking for a 15.6" laptop for my daughter who is starting college so I would like for it to be able to meet her needs for the next 4 years. I would like an Intel i7 processor with built-in webcam, 16GB memory and a total of at least 1TB with at least 512 of it SSD, preferably 1TB SSD. The problem is she wants…
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Do you run your own computer benchmarks?
We run benchmarks on every new release here, but what about you? When you build a new PC or swap out a piece, do you run fresh benchmarks? A high CPU overclock benchmark does make for a good bragging point....
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Please help me find a 1660 Super
I am looking to purchase my second system through MicroCenter but this time it will be for my girlfriend. We stream together remotely and this is the build I have in mind: Ryzen 3600, 16 gb of 3600 or 3200 ram, a 650 watt power supply, a B450M-PLUS TUF GAMING,1tb or so of m.2 ssd, lian li lancool 205M tempered glass and a…
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Keyboardist wanting to run DAW live
I have played keyboards for decades in gobs of bands. I have always been overwhelmed with heavy, space-consuming keyboards. I looked at trying to run Native Instruments Komplete a few years ago on a desktop. Sounds were great but 2 totally unacceptable issues: play a key and wait 0.7 seconds for the CPU to process and…
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Help request: troubleshoot ASUS ROG and Samsung Odyssey+ HMD
Hi - I am wondering if I can get some advice.
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Automatic Repair couldn't repair your PC
Laptop - MSI 7th GEN CPU , GTX1050 , 8 RAM I recently reset my PC and once it reboot back to the Welcome screen like it does when you start a new computer. After inputing all the information needed to go to the main home screen and restarting the computer after, it started off with the MSI logo and then at the bottom it…
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What made you fall in love with Micro Center?
We all have that moment where we realized "oh, I'm home" when walking into a Micro Center, but what started that love affair for you?
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Help me find a good gaming computer please
We have an old HP star wars edition laptop that is in very sad shape. Im trying to figure out if its even worth trying to fix or if itd be better to just try to get a new computer but then what do i get? I need for it to be inexpensive, but good for gaming, as that's my son's primary purpose for it. I dont know what im…
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New Motherboard's got Ram slots with tabs on only one side. Is this the new normal?
Hi, I'm a noob at building but for too long have dealt with ram and their relatively simple installation. Today, I got the MSI B550 Tomahawk. Went insane trying to install my ram on this board. With tabs on only one end of each slot it's very hard getting them darn modules in. so, is this normal? Are other motherboard…
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Availability of Ryzen 5900x?
Hello. I was a little confused by the listings on the website. Is the Ryzen 9 5900x something microcenter (Duluth location) stocks? It's a big drive for me, so I did not want to visit the store and realize this CPU is not in stock. I assume, based on reading the forum, that this item is in high demand / scalpers are…
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Lian Li Strimer Plus availability
Hi, Are there any timelines of when the following items may come back in stock? Lian Li Strimer Plus 24 RGB 24-Pin ATX Cable: https://www.microcenter.com/product/620818/lian-li-strimer-plus-24-rgb-24-pin-atx-cable and Lian Li Strimer Plus 8 RGB 8-Pin PCI-E Cable:…
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When will the 11th Gen Intel Desktop CPUs be available?
I have read it's either March 18th or March 30th from 2 different articles. Just wondering when they will be available in the store.. Thanks, TJ
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Camp out Wednesday night/Thursday morning for a 6700XT?
Good afternoon, Is it safe to say camping out Wednesday night will be a good bet at getting my hands on a 6700XT on launch day? My local store is in Sharonville Ohio which is about 2.5 hours from Fort Knox. Thank you.
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Power spec G164 Random reboot, BSOD, No Boot
Hello, I just purchased a powerspec G164 yesterday 2/25/21. I installed an FTP to transfer files from the old comp. Everything worked great for about 4 hours. I allowed the windows update and updated the Radeon application. I was playing a game through steam when the comp restarted. After rebooting it started randomly…
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Unable to redeem geforce now promo code
Hello, I had purchased a msi ge76 that came with the geforce now 6 month promo code on the receipt. However when I try to redeem it in geforce experience I get a "redemption incomplete please try again" in the lower left hand corner of the app. Had already tried troubleshooting w/nvidia to reinstall geforce exp and clear…
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1000+ Watt Platinum Power Supply Inventory.
I am in the DC area for the next week. How often does the Corsair Platinum 1000+ watt PSU show up in stock? I am also okay with Seasonic Primes 1000+. I only need one for my new CPU build. Thanks
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Installing Linux
Hello, I just wanted to ask if Micro Center installs OS's like Linux?
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