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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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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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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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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 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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Nashville,TN
Its time for a store in the greater Nashville area! The Growth that Nashville has seen in the last few years is astonishing. Locations I would lean towards; Smyrna (this area would attract Murfreesboro), Cool Springs, Hendersonville, around Opry Mills is easy access for 75% of the city. If it were franchised I would do…
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New G758 Freezes with high bandwidth
G758 Purchased on Saturday 12/20. Soon after setting up Windows 11, I tried to run a speed test in Edge. About 3 seconds in the screen freezes and is completely unresponsive. Only a hard boot will fix. Since then, I’ve tried speed tests in Chrome to the same result. And have had it freeze soon after starting a Twitch…
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wanted to see what yalls opinion are on this new build for gaming, thanks in advance!
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=9151593f-78cb-4663-b2fc-f1dc44945aea
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Does this look like a good PC Build for music production and 3D modeling?
Hi, I need to build a computer by the end of the year to replace my old music production PC. I am a professional musician and producer. I already have a good professional audio interface (MOTU Ultralite Mk5). I also do a lot of 3D printing (FDM and resin), and would like to try my hand at 3D modeling at some point. Does…
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Need Upgrade Advice – PC
Need Upgrade Advice – PC + Monitor (1440p → 5K2K OLED?) Current PC: CPU: Ryzen 7 5700G GPU: RTX 3060 12GB Mobo: Gigabyte B550 UD AC RAM: 16GB DDR4 Storage: 500GB NVMe + 1TB HDD OS: Windows 11 Current Monitor: Dell S3220DGF 31.5″ curved, 2560×1440 165Hz (currently running 120Hz) VA panel, FreeSync / G-SYNC Compatible…
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Advice on Ryzen 7 7800 + 9070 XT Build - Newbie, Compact, mITX or mATX, Performance-Focused, No RGB
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=c72183e4-5acd-4b0e-8412-a010f50ad5c0 New to PC building—need advice on a build with AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU and RX 9070 XT GPU. Goals: High performance (gaming/productivity at 1440p/4K), portable for travel/LAN, compact (mini-ITX?), minimalistic design…
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Need help with PowerSpec G729 RAM running at 4800
How can I get my RAM to run at 6000?
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TW802 ReadyBoost
Can ReadyBoost be enabled for the TW802 (Windows 10)? I am unable to find any file/properties tab for this feature.
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Asrock b450m/ac Bios update, Powerspec G163
Hello, I've recently purchased a Ryzen 7 5700x, upgrading from Ryzen 5 3600, and Id liked to update my bios prior to installing. My instant flash option wont work no matter what I do when downloading the bios files from asrock. My prebuilt was a powerspec G163 purchased in 2020, is there a bios file from powerspec that…
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Are these parts good for high end gaming/possibly streaming?
Looking for feedback on a build I put together for primarily high fidelity gaming and possibly streaming.
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Did not have my order
I took off of work and had to drive 9 hours to pick up a gaming desktop that I reserved online. I checked out the desktop and received a confirmation email that my order was available and ready for pick up. When I get to the store I’m waiting for 30 minutes until I’m finally told that they can’t find the desktop anywhere…
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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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Where to buy powerspec PS 650BSM 80 Plus Bronze modular SATA cables?
Like the title says, I am looking for a modular power cable for the PSU model: 650BSM. I'm unable to visit my local microcenter as it is a bit out of the way. I've attached some photos below of the PSU. The reason I'm looking for this cable is because I have an Internal SSD and I am unable to use it because I don't have…
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I need help with getting everything put together
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=aadccced-1176-4639-8b26-2d957c800211 These are the parts I've picked out and I would like any suggestions as to anything else I need or upgrade. BTW this PC will be used for gaming and I would not like to go over $1000 if need be. Any other peripherals I…
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New Monitor Recommendations for a 5090 GPU
I was wondering if anyone has any tips or recomendations on upgrading to a new monitor? I just recently got a 5090 gpu so I want a better monitor to replace my HP Omen 27 inch 165hz monitor. With the various different types of monitors available this has been a struggle for me to pick out a new one. My budget would be less…
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PowerSpec B737 SSD
I purchased a B737, at the same time the technician sold me a 2TB SSD (SATA) to replace an older data drive I had on my previous computer. Along with the SSD he sold me a cable to connect the drive to the mother board. Where do I plug this into the mother board? I don't see a SATA power cable coming from the power supply.
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Change RGB fan on PowerSpec G728
How can I change the RGB of the fans of my PowerSpec G728 computer? I've tried installing Gigabyte Control Center but only my RAM shows up and not the fans. I've also tried installing and uninstalling (one by one) other RGB software like L Connect 3, RGB Fusion, Signal RGB, Armoury Crate, etc.
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I put this parts list together and am looking for some advice. The PC is for my 12 year old who primarily plays Minecraft, Roblox, fnaf and Steam games. Please help! Thank you! (Also, need help picking a gpu) https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=6f468bc7-3530-4b7a-8a29-57835a81d513
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PowerSpec G457 restarts while Gaming
I recently bought a G457 at the beginning of December, and whenever I am running a game, the computer abruptly restarts. The issue is very sporadic, and some days it works fine. I have tried to troubleshoot using different tools, and all CPU, GPU, and RAM tests come back without issues. What are my next steps to fix the…
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"Not supported" items.
My motherboard and gpu are not supported. I'd like to know if this is causing the error screens im seeing costantly on my brand new prebuilt.
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Need Help Choosing Parts
This is my first time building a PC, and I need help determining if these are the correct parts I should get.
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PowerSpec G365: Updating Drivers for Windows 11 24H2 Update
Hi. I bought my PowerSpec G365 a few years back. Said machine is on Windows 11 Pro 23H2, and I would like to update all of the necessary drivers so I can update my system to 24H2. I've already updated my graphics driver, but I have some questions about what else I need to do. I've been to my product site…
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Is this prebuilt pc on amazon good as a first time pc, specifically for Minecraft with mods
https://a.co/d/3IJyTTp It's a Skytech Gaming Azure 3 Gaming PC with a Intel i5 14400F 2.5GHz, NVIDIA RTX 5060, 1TB NVMe SSD, 32GB DDR5 RAM 6000, 650W Gold PSU, Wi-Fi, Win 11, Desktop.
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I put this parts list together and wanted some opinions on it. It’s my first pc and I’ll be building it myself. I should also mention I don’t know a whole lot about PC components https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=9a3d7eaa-5aef-49a9-8840-0520141f03ca
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Location for Downloads and Support for PowerSpec G484
Where is the location for support and downloads (e.g. BIOS, drivers) for the PowerSpec G484? I don't see that model listed here, and the PowerSpec dashboard reports "Model is not currently supported, please let us know and we'll add it."
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PowerSpec G759 Led buttons on top on case don't do anything
I just purchased a G759 powerspec computer and the 4 led buttons don't do anything to control the led fan lighting. I am wondering if they forgot to attach the led controller buttons to the motherboard? I downloaded a program from ASrock called ASRRGBLED which does control the fan led lights.
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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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What do you guys see wrong with this build?
Hello guys, I have bought the parts below for my new build. Any ideas for change or do you see anything wrong with the parts i chose for this build? Or do you think if there is any accessories I should buy to make this all work flawlessly? AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D AM5 Processor ASUS X870E-P PRO WiFi AM5 ATX Motherboard Corsair…
