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PowerSpec BIOS - Intel Default Settings - 8/23
Greetings, In this thread we'll be providing BIOS updates for our Intel Z690/790 boards that provide the Intel Default Power Settings as an option in the BIOS. I'll list by board, rather than model and provide instructions on determining the board. What does these BIOS updates address? Premature degradation issues with the…
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PowerSpec BIOS Requests and Questions - Intel
Greetings, This a thread for our customers to request BIOS updates, or at least ask questions about BIOS updates and if new features may improve them system performance and reliability. Please post here with all questions and requests. We'll add the BIOS updates to this thread as they become available.
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Firmware Issues with WD NVMe drives and 24H2
Greetings, Be advised there is a known issue with some WD and Sandisk NVMe drives that can cause instability and OS corruption with the 24H2 update. See this article for more information: https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/51469 Impacted Drives and required firmware versions: WD_BLACK SN770 NVMe SSD…
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PowerSpec BIOS Requests and Questions - AMD
Greetings, This a thread for our customers to request BIOS updates, or at least ask questions about BIOS updates and if new features may improve them system performance and reliability. Please post here with all questions and requests. We'll add the BIOS updates to this thread as they become available.
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PowerSpec General Questions
Greetings, We'd like to hear your questions regarding our PowerSpec PC's. Please ask anything you would like. Pre-sales and post-sales. Questions about the testing and qualification process internally. Really, anything you would like and we'll answer as soon as possible. Our intent is to compile the data gathered into an…
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PowerSpec ATX 205 Chassis
Greetings, This is a guide explaining the chassis buttons. Power – This button turns the system on. If you hold the power button it will turn the system off Color – This button cycles through the colors for the case fans Mode – This button cycles through the fan effects How to install 2.5 SSD drive: Things you’ll need: ·…
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PowerSpec Micro ATX 205 Chassis
How to install 2.5 SSD drive: Things you’ll need: SATA data cable Four M3 screws Phillips screw driver (Sizes 0-2) Make sure system is powered off before adding SSD Get the SATA data cable from the accessory kit Unscrew the two screws on the back-side panel and slide panel off Locate the SATA power cable that is connected…
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PowerSpec ATX 206 Chassis
Greetings, This is a guide explaining the chassis buttons. Power – This button turns the system on. If you hold the power button it will turn the system off Inner Ring – Inner RGB ring Color – This button cycles through the colors for the inner ring on the case fans Mode – This button cycles through the inner ring fan…
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PowerSpec AM5 - AGESA 1.0.0.7b+ (Optional)
Greetings, The AGESA 1.0.0.7b is showing substantial improvements in memory compatibility and we've been able to push much higher frequencies than previously such as 7200+ in certain configurations with manual overclocking. We're going to work through our AM5 boards and offer optional BIOS updates that include this AGESA…
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Attention: PowerSpec G516 (& Other Radeon RX 6000 Series Systems) GPU Driver Issue
We've received reports from some users that their PowerSpec G516 does not wake from sleep using certain monitor configurations. While we have not been able to replicate this in our lab, we have found plenty of reports online that seem to point towards a GPU driver issue on the Radeon Adrenaline drivers from version 23 and…
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Attention: PowerSpec G714 - Potential Instability
Greetings, Some users have reported experiencing memory instability on their PowerSpec G714. We have determined this to be a memory controller binning issue that effects a relatively small number of the 7800X3D processors used on this system. The issue stems from the VDDP voltage set when the XMP is loaded. We have…
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Powerspec G520 upgrades
Hi all, I just bought a Powerspec G520 (https://www.microcenter.com/product/684525/powerspec-g520-gaming-pc). I'm thinking of possible upgrades. If I put in a 7800 XT or 7900 GRE, I think I would have a pretty good machine for 1440p gaming. I'm wondering if one of these cards will fit the mobo/case: ASRock Challenger…
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PowerSpec G434 BIOS Update Question
Hello, I was trying to update the BIOS on my G434 but I can't locate the proper downloads on the AsRock website. my board is a Z390 Phantom Gaming 4S/ac and it's not listed there. I'm on Version P1.10C which was last updated 11/21/2019. I want to update it and see if it helps with latency and stuttering issues with my…
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Bent the pins on the 3700 like an idiot
I put too much thermal paste and wanted to check if it was ok. While trying to remove the wraith prism color over it made it pop out of the slot. The pins are bent, but not broken. Would Micro Center or any place for that matter, entertain trying to bend them back in place, or would they recommend me getting a new one? I…
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G443 fan curves
Hey guys, I recently switched to the MSI provided BIOS since i was getting a bunch of blue screens but forgot to take not of the fan settings in BIOS. The fans are now louder than they used to be. Would anyone have a picture of the settings or know what they are? Thanks in advance
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Upgrade or Replace - most economical choice?
Have a PowerSpec B661 running Windows 7 Pro - never upgraded/installed the Windows 10 Pro it also came with. Install and upgrade to 10 Pro or just replace everything with new and updated tech.
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Requesting Help - New PowerSpec G447 WiFi Issues - Connection Dropping
Hello! Yesterday, I purchased a new PowerSpec G447 PC from my local Micro Center. The install went (almost) perfectly. Installed and updated Windows 11. Installed a FL Studio and an online game for testing purposes. It's an amazing value for its capabilities, performance and price. Everything works well except for a…
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Powerspec Model B241 Upgrading
I recently got my hands on a Ryzen 7 3700x with a Wraith Prism cooler and a Powerspec Bronze semi-modular 650w from a friend. I'm concerned about the CPU specifically since I'm still using the Wraith Stealth fan and default motherboard. From what I've been reading, it won't be enough to cool down the 3700, and I know that…
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Powerspec Model B241- Graphics Cards that can fit
I have a model B241 with an AMD Ryzen 5 2400G, looking to upgrade to a Powercolor RX 580 8GB, but I don't know if it will fit. I was wondering if anyone knows of any graphics cards that would fit this model and are an upgrade from the integrated I already have. For reference, I am only looking to do 1080p gaming for now.
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Question about front USB ports
When I tried to use the front port to create a recovery drive it did not work. I put it in one of the rear ports and it worked. I can transfer files with the front port but there is no eject option on the taskbar under hidden icons, it was there when I used the rear port. Why is this?
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Question about front USB ports
When I tried to use the front port to create a recovery drive it did not work. I put it in one of the rear ports and it worked. I can transfer files with the front port but there is no eject option on the taskbar under hidden icons, it was there when I used the rear port. Why is this?
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Powerspec G910 Blue Screen None Stop
Hi guys, second day with my new purchase. The PC would be running blue screen even at restart. Or sometimes just during opening up an app. It doesn't seem right at all, what could be the problem? TIA!
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Clean install Win11 for PoweSpec g439
Hi! Is there a safe way to clean install Windows 11 on the PowerSpec g439? (Not installing through windows settings but through USB)
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Accidentally installed a different BIOS with the PowerSpec G439
Hi everyone! A little while ago I installed a regular MSI version of BIOS, noticed the fan speeds were off, and eventually found a post about the updated G439 BIOS and installed that version afterwards. Is it worth trying to find the old 2021 version that I had prior or should I stick with the newer version? I'm not very…
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G714 BIOS Update
So I've been currently experiencing a couple unreal engine crashes while gaming so I was wondering if updating the BIOS to the latest version was safe to do with the last update I did being for when I kept getting the BSOD errors and had to update the bios to the E7D78AZ1.1M6 version. Will the latest update retain these…
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PowerSpec G909 - BIOS
Greetings, This unit was pulled from sales after we discovered some IMC's may have been unstable with the shipping BIOS as configured. We've been working with ASUS for several weeks tweaking the memory algorithm training on this new BIOS to ensure stability across all known CPU's. All in store units will be flashed and…
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Water - Family spilled about 1/4 cup of water on Desktop that was below a desk ( Cup tipped over )
I have experience on upgrading components on machines and once the liquid was identified ( Machine was turned off quickly after water on the machine ), pulled components out of the Desktop Gaming build and wiped or let dry by a gas fireplace with fan on high for couple hours to evaporate any additional moisture, then did…
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G477 crashes when trying to play games
Hi! I purchased this PC back in February and it has been great until a couple of weeks ago when it started crashing. The crashes occur shortly after I start playing a game. I tried lowering the graphics settings well below what I normally run them at and that made no difference. The PC is clean and does not appear to be…
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I need a restore to factory install for PowerSpec G475
Is the only way to do this to bring it to the store? There is no download? 24H2 put my pc in a boot loop.There doesnt even seem to be 23H2 anywhere that i can find
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powerspec G470 BIOS update?
Looking to update the bios on my G470, it has the Asus TUF GAMING Z690-Plus wifi D4 BIOS Ver 9901 (original bios?). When I download the newest bios from asus's website, it extracts to a .cap file. I point the EZ Flash utility in the bios to that file and it comes back that it's not a valid UEFI bios file? What am I doing…
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POWERSPEC G470 Status_access_violation on all browsers.
Started getting these errors on all browsers. I've reinstalled windows, reinstalled applications, reset cache. Any other ideas? Reddit seems to think that its CPU related. Here's an LTT thread - I don't have the artifacting though:…
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How to set up dual monitors on Powerspec B686
We have been trying to set up dual monitors on our Powerspec B686 home computer. It has a Micro-Star International PRO H610M-G DDR4 (MS-7D46) (U3E1) motherboard. There is only 1 display port and 1 HMDI input on the back. It does not have a separate GPU it has an Intel UHD Graphics 730 (MSI) dedicated graphics card. We are…
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Powerspec G443: What is the current bios available for this MOBO?
See title. I can't find if I am on the most current bios or not. I've been having issues with some titles lately on this CPU and many forums say most cards have updated Bios to mitigate the issues.
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Thanks Powerspec
I had always wanted to really go crazy on a build and the X607 really let me take the base and run with it. System runs like a dream and have truly enjoyed taking the base and making it my own! 8700x3DS - (PBO undervolted with -30) 60 Celsius under load 4080 Super TUF - BykSki GPU block - (2944 MHz - 1600MHz) - 50 C…
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Mystic Light MSI MPI Z790 EDGE WiFi
Is there a standalone download for Mystic Light for the Z790 Edge Wifi (DDR5)? I had to do a clean wipe and re-install of windows and can't find a standalone download for it. I really liked the minimal aspect of it just to control the rgb of the fans of my Powerspec system (G471).
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Updated Bios for PowerSpec G471?
I was wondering if there was an updated bios version for the Powerspec G471? I've been on the same bios since I got the PC in Dec 2022 which is E7D91IZ1.HM1 (11/17/2022). Motherboard: MSI MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI DDR5 (MS-7D91)
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What should I get to upgrade my Powerspec G509 Memory?
I have already upgraded my storage but now I am looking to add another 16g of memory. Will I need to upgrade my power supply and cooling as well?
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New PowerSpec G235 will not boot to the BIOS. What am I missing?
Hello, I appreciate the opportunity to join as a new member. I have questions regarding my new PowerSpec G235 Gaming PC. I purchased the PC new at Micro Center recently on June 20, 2024. The Windows 11 Home operating system would not install properly so I returned the PC to the store and they issued me my 2nd new PC (same…
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PowerSpec B943 Mystery Shutdown
This has happened several times over the past week. I work on the PC, and leave. It usually goes into a sleep mode, and is easily back on after hitting a few keys. But today, and the other day, it went into a shutdown mode. Hitting the little white button on the top front does NOT turn it on. Last week, I had other things…
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PowerSpec B943 -- Connecting Second Monitor
I used two monitors with my old desktop. I bought it reconditioned so it must have been set up for two monitors. I bought my B943 two weeks ago, and I am having trouble connecting and setting up a second monitor I use Windows 11 Pro. My monitors have HDMI outputs. I tried a splitter but that resulted in two identical…
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G443 - Awakens from sleep into BIOS cycle/loop
Hi - Entirely new to forum, and would appreciate any thoughts/input. I purchased a G443 in the Fall of 2023. Within a few days, I noticed that it would often awaken from sleep and go into the BIOS, but if I exited the BIOS, it would go right back into the BIOS in an endless loop. I could break out of the cycle by powering…
