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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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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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Find the All-New Blog on Micro Center News
The recently launched Micro Center News is the new home of the Community Blog and our new editorial content. All of the same great articles, reviews, and news, just in a new home. And we’ll be bringing even more news to you, with more regular uploads and new articles, including upcoming tech highlights and unique maker…
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How do I make a post?
If you're curious about where to start here in the community, you've come to the right place. We'll go over the basics of how to create a post, how to ask questions, and how to get involved in the community! We'll go over the basics of how to make a post, how to ask questions, and how to get involved in the community!…
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Powerspec G911 Request for an updated BIOS.
My current BIOS is dated March 2025. I’ve noticed that MSI has since released several BIOS updates for the X870E Tomahawk motherboard, including important security fixes for the Ryzen 9000 series. Could you please provide either: An updated BIOS for the PowerSpec G911, or Instructions on how I can safely install the latest…
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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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NO GOP DETECTED
Im trying to switch to uefi mode and enable secure boot but keep getting this error after I save changes and reboot in bios. Error message "There is no GOP (Graphics Output Protocol) support detected in this card. *BIOS CSM/UEFI Mode' settings in BIOS will be changed to 'CSM"." I have done a clean windows install, bios…
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The manufacturing reset was selected by mistake what can we do
This is a Powerspec made by wanhao I3 plus tried to flash the firmware but the second part of the flashing isn't work with the files I downloaded.
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Those who purchased and used, or are currently using, a PowerSpec Gaming PC-Seeking Feedback Please.
Hi good folks, Today is 10/22/2025 and I just picked up my PowerSpec G483 gaming PC from Micro Center on 10/19/2025. I haven't had a chance yet to unbox it, but I plan on doing so within the next few days. I'd like to know from existing users or past users of PowerSpec PCs, especially gaming PCs, and if yours is also a…
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PowerSpec G483 Gaming PC: Can someone explain in detail how to open the case of the PC?
Hi good folks, I just very recently purchased a PowerSpec G483 gaming PC from Micro Center and would like to know if anyone can give a detailed account of how to open the PC case please. Thank you!
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New workstation extremely unstable
Greetings! I have a new computer setup at home. My computer is a Lenovo Legion Pro 5i laptop. It is connected to a docking station. Also connected to the docking station are a monitor (currently just one), keyboard, mouse, and hard drive. The hard drive is a WD Red in a basic enclosure, which is in turn connected to the…
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Nashville for a store
Nashville is one of the fastest growing markets in the country. Many tech companies are using this area as a primary or backup operations site to avoid coastal target cities. Several broadcast networks have relocated to here. Facebook has a datacenter in Gallatin. There are other datacenters being built around here. When…
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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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Micro Center needs to come to Des Moines / Ankeny, Iowa!!
The nearest Micro Center from Des Moines, Iowa is in Overland Park, KS, south of Kansas City, and/or up north in St. Paul, MN next to Minneapolis (each over 3 hours away!). The Des Moines, IA metro sits directly between these two locations via the I35 corridor; which stretches from Minnesota to Texas. The Des Moines metro…
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How does the warranty for the BambuLab P1S combo work?
I purchased my P1S combo (Bambulab printer + AMS) just under one year ago, and my AMS recently stopped being able to send filament to the printer. I'm 99% sure something is broken or wrong with the internal AMS motor, but BambuLab docs are telling me that I can only request warranty fulfillment through Microcenter, which…
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Intel Arc Pro B60
Does anyone have an accurate date for when these are expected to be widely available at major retailers?
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is this good for 4K?
<a href="https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=91cd15b9-d3df-457d-b041-949ae687090e">Configure Your PC</a> <table class="mc-Configurator"> <thead> <tr> <th>Name</th> <th>Item</th> <th>Qty</th> <th>Price</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <td class="mc-picture"><img…
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Two Video Cards or One?
I am an avid gamer as well as a professional content creator. I do a lot of 1080p video editing work and I stream regularly. I also do 3D modelling and animation plus, large format illustration. I use Adobe for the majority of it. My current rig is 9 years old. I have a ASUS PRIME Z270-A with 2 AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT cards,…
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Feedback on build
Hi folks, It's been about 5 years since my last build. I am coming from an i7-9700k, 2080ti build and am looking at a custom build through microcenter. Can someone provide feedback on this build? https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=a5b85459-38ba-4b8b-9724-f26d5bd4602e I am not sure if all…
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Help me pick some parts
This is my 1st time selecting specs for a gaming, browsing, and light schoolwork pc my budget is around $2100, I would like someone to point out where and how I'm going overboard. I play arma, dayz, Arena breakout, warthunder, csgo, rust. I would like to spend at least $200 less on this build but I want to somewhat future…
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This will be my 1st build, help
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=681885bc-3fe9-4590-9c80-b7358c89936e This is my 1st time selecting specs for a gaming, browsing, and light schoolwork build my budget is $2200. I play arma, dayz, Arena breakout, warthunder, csgo, rust. I would like to spend at least $200 less on this…
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anybody here remember tobuscus?
diamondsword, nuggetinabisquit. safetytorch… so many classics. what ever happened to him?
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just built my first computer today. grew up in amish
used to be a full time milker mainly. i think this gave me certain grip strength that was useful for building the computer. i just kept thinking…. act like you're MILKING A COW haha. i miss my family but they are not willing to see me anymore due to my behavior. anyone else seent thuis?
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Procedure for swapping motherboard from a pre-built PowerSpec PC for another of my choosing
Hiya, gaming PC newbie here about to buy my 1st gaming PC this upcoming holiday season: the PowerSpec G725 pre-built. It seems perfect for me except the motherboard: an ASUS Prime B650M-A AX6 II. Would like to avoid this specific motherboard and brand if possible (lots of component issues/negative customer support stories…
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G481 Bios and Drivers
I purchased the G481 from Microcenter recently and the PC can with a Gigabyte Aorus Elite X Ice motherboard. Can I download updated drivers and the bios for my PC's motherboard directly from Gigabyte's website form the Aorus Elite X Ice motherboard page? Thank you…
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Anything I should be concerned about?
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=fd4b597e-877a-4cc6-bfee-7b41e229ae40 Not too concerned on budget - not going to go out and by a 5090 or anything, but willing to put in the money for 5070TI and near top of the line items where reasonable (i.e. the 8TB of SSD, etc.) Mainly going to be…
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Question About Game Bundle Eligibility for My New PC Purchase
Hi Micro Center Team, I recently bought a new desktop from Micro Center that includes an Intel Ultra CPU, a 50-series NVIDIA graphics card, and a B860 motherboard. I noticed there’s a promotion for free game bundles with eligible purchases, and I was wondering if my build qualifies for this offer because I have checked my…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I need a High end PC for my Cyber security and Finance Career. I want to see different Prices so throw anything cost doesn't matter at the moment. I looking for Highly efficient parts that will live long with the minimum amount of problems/issues.
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BIOS Update for PowerSpec G483.
Could I get a latest BIOS update file, or where to download at PowerSpec.Com? There are updated versions from Gigabyte.Com but my version dated in 4/2025 (version 17b)--but it would give OEMID Mismatched error. My PowerSpec G483's motherboard is Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Elite X ICE. In addion, how or where should I go for any…
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We're having trouble registering this email address. Please try using a different email address.
I've run into this issue when checking out as a guest. I don't know if my order was placed or not because upon completing payment I was sent back to an empty cart. Looking up my information based on the email address I provided failed with the above error and I did not receive a confirmation email. The domain for my email…
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Help with pc can someone make sure this desgin will work. Thanks :)
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?k=1760305589368 heres the link
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tpm2.0 help
I'm trying to get my PC ready to play COD: Black Ops 7, but I feel uneasy about entering my BIOS or performing the partition on my hard drive. Can I take it to Micro Center to have them do it?????
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My powerspec G719 got black screen while gaming
Hi, I've got a Powerspec G719 Specs: AMD Ryzen 7 9700X (3.8GHz) Processor ASRock B650M-C Motherboard 32GB DDR5-6000 RAM (2x16) AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Graphics Card Just bought it a month ago. Everything worked just fine while I was playing light load games like CS2 or Valorant. But when it came to heavier load games, I got…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=aed600f8-68b4-4182-9deb-79b232834e84 Is my current build a good starter? My budget is between $2000 and $2500. This will be the first PC I've ever built, so please be honest and don't sugarcoat anything. I want to have a multi-purpose setup where I can…
