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Do I need to buy windows when they build my PC?
I bought windows pro a couple months ago and still have the key. I updated my bios firmware and my PC got f'd, had to get it fixed and some how it un registered my windows so I bought a new key for windows 11 pro. I am trying to get in touch with people at my local microcenter, I even sent an email and text asking for a…
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HP Elitebook for Image Analysis and Light-Medium Gaming?
Hello, I'm looking to purchase a laptop for under $900. Must haves are good resolution&color accuracy, and ability to handle casual but frequent gaming. I don't know a whole lot about specs but from what I've researched, the HP Elitebook 845 G11 seems to fit the bill. I would love to know if there are similarly priced…
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How often does Microcenter restock?
Hey guys, Im currently building my first pc and trying to get a 9800X3D. As expected, all of the 9800X3D's are sold out near me (Tustin). I'm curious how often Microcenter gets "truck days" or a restock so I can go and hopefully purchase a 9800X3D for my build. Thanks in advance! Also if it matters, my Microcenter i'm…
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Return/Exchange CPU from Bundle
Hi! I was wondering if it would be possible to return/exchange a CPU from a bundle deal? I recently purchased the Ryzen 5 7600X3D bundle, but found that it might not be enough for my productivity use, such as programming with Python and data analysis/management with SQL and R. I noticed that the Ryzen 7 7700X also has a…
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Product Station Website
Hey; I went to the store the other day and they printed out this super cool price quote. I'd like to make some changes to it, but then print it out in the same format to bring with me to the store. Does anyone know how I access the product station website?
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Pass over on custom pc
Hey there, am about to pull the trigger and buy a custom pc but I would like some opinions on it first. Thanks for your time. https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=df2fb985-47f3-4b3a-9cdb-68ccd88800a7
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How to Cancel an Online Order
I had made a an online order and wanted to know two things, 1 did it ship already? If not can i cancel it before it does.
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Never received receipt for computer purchased tonight
Hello — I bought a computer in person and they looked up my account and asked I would like the receipt emailed. However, I never received an email and I have no order in my order history on this accoun. The account I am using now from a while back, and now that I log in I see the street address on this account is different…
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Price match on back orders?
I placed an order at another store for an item that appeared as on back order after I was already charged. Would micro center be able to price match the same item? The item isn’t on any discount where I purchased it from. I’d rather cancel it and pick up from micro center if the price match is possible.
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Experimental/Learning build
Hello all, i am trying to build a mini itx experimental small pc. I need a case, motherboard, intel cpu, and a psu. Any thoughts for these parts? I got 4 ram sticks of 8gb each ddr4 3200. I got a joke of a graphics card but again i am not trying to use this pc as a "PC". Its just a experimental build but then i am trying…
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If I am returning items I purchased using a card, is it possible to get cash back?
If I am returning items I purchased using a card, is it possible to get cash back? Thank you.
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Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2 not posting (DRAM Light)
RESOLVED: I did not wait long enough while testing memory, turns out one of my sticks was dead In the process of building a PC with the motherboard mentioned above, and CPU: AMD Ryzen 7700X, RAM: Gskill Flare X5 2x16 at 6000 MT/s. (Can include other parts if relevant). after everything is connected the system powers on…
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Is it possible to get a replacement for another asus b650m motherboard
I just got it 2 days ago and noticed there were some bent pins on the corners and I may have accidentally bent one pin near the middle
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About Micro Center PC building service
Hi there, I'm needing to upgrade/build a new PC soon and I'm really not interested in doing it myself, I really don't like messing with the parts when I can run the risk of ruining them. So my question is if I use Micro Center's PC building service, can I bring my current PC into them to swap parts into the new build as…
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Question on MONTECH SKY TWO GX ATX MT case
I recently purchased a new computer from you and have a question. How do I add an additional SSD drive? It is a crucial BX500 2.5 SSD 1000GB. How do I access the bays and do I need any special cables or are connection cables already in the box? Also, is it possible to add a DVD player/writer? I removed the SSD drive and…
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Does Micro Center do maintenance on custom water loops?
Hello! I bought a PC off my friend a couple years ago and it has a custom water loop. However, he never taught me how to do any maintenance on it or how to refill it or anything and I have no experience with them at all. I have neglected it because he lives in a different state. The reservoir is getting extremely low and I…
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Tubing
Hi I was wondering if anyone knows if microcenter or if anyone has ever used stainless steel tubing for a water cooling. I'm interested in trying to make that happen since my current hard tubing keeps deforming and leaking every 6 months to a year.
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How long does Cyber Week Last?
You'd think that the genius's who designed the website would be smart enough to add this information, but I guess they had a bowl of stupid for breakfast that morning. Searched all over Microcenter.com and can't find out how long the cyber week lasts. Microcenter hates talking to people so they deleted their number from…
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Holiday return policy and 3d printers
I see typically 3d printers are subject to the 15 day return policy. I found the 2024 holiday return policy and read its extended until 1/15/25 with some exceptions, but the article doesnt seem to list the exceptions. It looks like there was going to be exceptions (based on the colon). "Restrictions for products not…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
Hi! I am trying to build a new PC for the first time, and was hoping to get some advice on the parts I selected. I can't seem to post any links just yet, so I will just list the parts I have selected at the very bottom of this post and some question I have. My budget($1500) is pretty similar to the what the parts I have…
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First time building, how does this look?
First time building and I was going to go with a smaller case. I am trying to stay under 1500 but with enough reason ill go higher, just not sure what more I would need. I will probably be playing games like League, Rainbow Six Siege, Valorant and Call of Duty. Please let me know any recommendations or if you think this…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
Hi I am wanting to a gaming pc, I have one currently but it is being laggy and its a pre built from 5 years ago so I am just looking to upgrade. I was wondering if anyone could help me with parts and a monitor, I play games like overwatch 2, ark, gta 5, Minecraft, csgo, call of duty and many more. I would prefer pink and…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I'm replacing 16 core threadripper 1950x/180Ti/64GB ram work and game machine. Intermittent hardware issues+end of windows 10 → new build. Work requirements (thread heavy POV-Ray renders) point to CPU choice, play requirements (1440 for visual single player RPG's like Cyberpunk) point to GPU choice. Thinking: AMD - Ryzen 9…
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CPU speed/Intel Extreme Tuning compatibility with G477?
Hi! I just bought a new G477 system with 14900. Of course, the first thing I'm doing is testing CPU speed. I note that under 100% load, task manager shows clock speed of only about 4.6GHZ, whereas it's capable of 6GHZ. Cinebench clocks the system at 2263 singe core, 37048 multi. Firstly, are these numbers expected for this…
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G233 fans
Hello I bought 2 Powerspec G233s about 1year ago. The fan have always been loud but they have progressively gotten worse. What is a compatible upgrade fan for these machines? I have the build #'s if needed. Thanks
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CPU overheating even when in bios
Hello, Over the past few days I've notice fps dropping while gaming and saw that my cpu temp was about 90 °C. I have recently cleaned my pc since my cpu started overheating even when in bios and it forces my pc to shut down because of this. I have completely dissasembled my pc and cleaned each component with compressed…
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What parts would I need that can handle a 4k oled 12hz tv?
I’m going to buy a tv – LG 42-Inch Class OLED evo C4 Series Smart TV 4K Processor Flat Screen with Magic Remote AI-Powered with Alexa Built-in (OLED42C4PUA, 2024) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CVRXN6XZ/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 Display OLED Refresh rate 120 Hz Features 4K upscaling via a9 Gen 7…
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How We're Continuing to Fight Tech and Plastic Waste
Micro Center has always offered a robust recycling program for tech waste. From computers to ink and toner, we're happy to take the tech you no longer need and make sure it gets recycled efficiently and effectively so it doesn't end up in a landfill, potentially leaking toxic chemicals. And now, in limited stores, we're…
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is Bios upgrade needed on my part for AMD 9600x bundle Mobo asus-b650m-a-prime-ax-ii?
Simple question, eyeing this bundle for my friend as a budget build, want to confirm if the firmware is upgraded already. AMD Ryzen 5 9600X, ASUS Prime B650M-A, G.Skill Flare X5 Series 16GB DDR5-6000, Computer Build Bundle $329
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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…
