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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER
This is the graphics card recommended for my first build with my grandson.It's not available. at the present time. I'm on a budget and the cost of the card is $169.95.What is a good alternative for the same or similar price?
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RAM upgrade problems
PowerSpec G221 bld 3 with AS Rock B250 Pro4 board. I bought a 16GB pair of Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4-2400 RAM sticks (recommended and sold by MicroCenter). When I install them in slots A1 and B1 (A2 and B2 are used by stock RAM), the computer will not boot. It just hums, with no beeping or other sounds. Tried it several…
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Help replacing components of my pc to make use of 1 GB internet
Hello. I just switched to 1 GB internet so I need to upgrade the components of my custom built 2010 pc to make use my new speed. I have been upgrading parts of it, as I need to over the years, but I believe my current pc has: * Intel Core i7 930 2.8GHz, * 3 x 8gb OCZ Technology Obsidian 6GB DDR3-1600, * OCZ Technology 700…
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Problem with SD card reader.
I recently bought an SD card reader to download certain programs to put onto my wii. My PC recognizes the reader, but doesn't show a folder that I can drop the programs into. Do I need something that can write to the SD card? Is there a problem elsewhere? Help please!
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AOC CQ32G1 SOLD OUT
Is there a known date for an AOC restock? I already have one of these monitors and have been looking to get a second. Thanks!
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New PC won't boot
I started this project a while ago, and have been set back twice. The first time I started building, the power supply turned out to be dead. This time, another one of my components are dead, but I can't figure out which. Could anyone guide me to what might be keeping this build from booting up? I've narrowed it down to…
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Sata Ports
I built my pc today and when i was putting in my SSD and HHD I didn't know which goes to which cord from the motherboard. My motherboard has the sata ports labeled 0, 1,2, 3 so does the SSD go to 0 or 1 and does the HHD go to 0 or 1. Because the video i watched just said this will go to sata port 1 because its our…
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HDMI Connection Disables Zoom Function
I bought some new HD video cameras to create a multi-camera live stream. When I connect the camera to the video switcher with HDMI, the camera sends the image, but the zoom function is disabled. The zoom function works when not the HDMI cable is disconnected. I have another video camera that works fine with the same cable…
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FarCry 6 with my AMD 5950x CPU purchase
I didn't receive the game coupon like your offer states I should. I purchased a 5950x which is part of the promotion. Cashier said I would get in my email. Your store »Micro Center Columbus 747 Bethel Road Columbus , OH 43214 General Manager Tom Welsh Text (614) 326-8500 www.microcenter.comReference Number…
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UEFI BIOS
I'm looking at a couple of systems for a customer request that will require the BIOS that is being used is UEFI. The 2 systems are the Dell XPS 8940 and the PowerSpec G358. I would suspect that the G358 is configured to use a UEFI BIOS but I need to be sure for our customer's requirements. Many Thanks!
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Far Cry 6 Promotion with AMD 5000 Series
I recently purchased a 5900x at Microcenter and I did not get an email with the Far Cry 6 promo code. Is this offer still going on?
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Far Cry 6 Promotion with AMD 5000 series
I recently bought a 5900x at Microcenter - Denver, on 12/24. I have not received a promotion code for Far Cry 6 through email. Is this promotion still going on?
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Issues Contacting Anyone At Microcenter
I have a repair that I was told was to be completed by today. I can check the status online using the Repair Order Number. But, what I'm trying to do is to contact ANYONE from the Dallas Microcenter location. The only number that is published to call in is 972-664-8500. When this number is called it goes to an Auto…
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Install 3.5" hard drive on G164
Where is the 3.5" drive bay located in the PowerSpec G164 case? I took off both sides of the case the the small shroud that says "Lian Li" next to the power supply at the top but did not see where the hard drive would go. Otherwise I've been very pleased with this system, just want to add more storage space so I don't fill…
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G.Skill 750 Watt Power Supply
I recently purchased G.Skill 750 Watt Power Supply. It clicks once when it comes on then makes a louder click when I turn it off. Just clicks once each time. Is this normal?
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G.Skill 750 Watt Power Supply
I recently purchased G.Skill 750 Watt Power Supply. It clicks once when it comes on then makes a louder click when I turn it off. Just clicks once each time. Is this normal?
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Powerspec B677 Lost Bluetooth capability
Hello Everyone I'm Zach and I could use your help. Soooo I bought the Power spec B677 from my local Micro Center and I have lost my Bluetooth option(s). I can't find it in my Access Prompt , Device manger, ect, I cant find it anywhere on my computer. I don't know when it happened but I use to have Bluetooth on this…
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Best Available Upgrades for my System
Hello All! I'm looking to upgrade my system"s storage, memory and maybe graphics with a budget iif $350. I currently mostly play COD and it has slowed significantly lately, below is my current setup: PowerSpec G225 Gaming Desktop Computer Intel Core i5 9400F 2.9GHz Processor; NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti 6GB GDDR6; 16GB DDR4-3000…
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Swapping Dying Motherboard from pre-built PowerSpec
I have a powerspec pre-built that was bought about 7 months ago. Recently the USB ports are failing and causing PC issues. I really prefer to do the cabling myself, and I have the full protection plan on the build. Would I be able to just bring in the motherboard and get credit for the value of it to buy a new/different…
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I live over an hour away and need help! Mayfield Heights OH store?
So the site says that more popular items may not have proper numbers online and you need to go to the store to find out stock. When I live over an hour away it’s pretty frustrating to drive that far to possibly be disappointed. How can I actually talk to an employee at that store to know if they have a certain GPU?
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The Computer Case that I want is out of stock - can you please tell me when it is back in stock?
I live in Chicago, IL and I'd like to purchase a Coolermaster N200 computer case. When will you be getting stock in for this item? I have a build that I'd like to complete and I prefer not to use any other case but that make and model. Thank you!
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2 hour drive and no pre-pay reserve item?
Hi, I'm from Oconomowoc, WI about 2 hour drive from Westmont. While I've been there quite a few times and got what I needed then the landscape has changed drastically since. I was hoping to drive down to buyASUS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ROG Strix White Overclocked Triple-Fan 8GB GDDR6 PCIe 4.0 Graphics Card 1 IN STOCKAT…
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Cold War code
Hi I purchased an MSI 3080 Suprim X this morning and I did not receive a Cold War code on my receipt. Sorry, wasn't sure where to post this. Also posted to sales.
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Winbook CW140
I purchased a Winbook CW140 at Microcenter last year and it developed a dangerously swollen battery which I was forced to remove and dispose of before it became a fire hazard. I need to locate a replacement battery for this laptop which is a Microcenter store brand unit. Who can I contact to find out about availibitly I…
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How can I encrypt my PowerSpec G223 ?
I have a Powerspec G223 with a MSI B360-A Pro motherboard. I'm running Win 10 Pro on it. In theory, Win 10 Pro should provide BitLocker capability. Last night I decided to get serious about my computer security, and thought I'd activate BitLocker. The guys on TenForums indicated I'd need TPM.2 to get it done, so I went…
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Recommendation for a replacement laptop.
My son's 7 year old HP is no longer working. The laptop was used for filming and editing my son's blog. The original HP came with the software he used. So looking for laptop and software recommendations since I don't think software is included anymore. Thanks.
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No sound unless headphones are plugged in
I just plugged in the computer I had put together for me and there is no sound coming from my monitor nor my headphone stand that has a built in speaker. However, I am able to get sound when I plug my headphones in to the jack on the tower and the monitor itself. My monitor (MSI Optix MAG273R) is connected to the GPU with…
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How much does Micro Center charge if my New PC won’t work.
For Christmas I have received money to build a Pc. I have been on the fence about whether I should build the computer myself or if MicroCenter should build it for me. An important factor in my decision is how much micro center will charge me if I choose to build it myself, and it won’t turn on.
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Upgrades?
Hello, I have a bit older computer with an Intel i7 3770 CPU 3.40 GHZ, 32 GB installed ram, 64 Bit Operating system, 1.82 TB storage free and Windows 10. I also have a GTX650TI graphics card. I would like to try VR (DCS World, Flight Simulator and games like Star Wars) and would like to know if what I have is going to work…
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need "micro thin" coax
I'm looking for an ultra thin coax cable, 20 feet minimum, male F-Type connectors at each end. Is there a technical designation for the the thinness of the cable diameter as every search term I use brings up lots of standard diameter coax.