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I bought a new powerspec psu (1050 watt 80 plus gold) under a year ago and it gave up. It is still under warranty but I wanted to know if it fries other components with microcenter cover that?

One of the front fans died on me. Need to replace it. What fan will fit here? I'm using Gen1. Will this work? Does it support gen1 rgb headers? https://www.microcenter.com/product/647488/SickleFlow_200_ARGB_Gen_2_Sleeve_Bearing_200mm_Case_Fan

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement full desk mouse pad for this desk? It came with one but its long gone and I was looking to get a replacement. https://www.microcenter.com/product/624854/inland-manual-height-adjustable-gaming-desk

Hello y'all, It’s simple: I bought a ThinkBook 16 G7 ARP, and the description clearly stated that the laptop comes with Windows 11 Pro. After a clean reinstall, Windows refused to activate, and ShowKeyPlus couldn’t find an OEM key in the firmware. Meanwhile, the computer’s packaging says ‘OS: No OS,’ and a Lenovo support…

I was hoping to upgrade or at least replace my existing RAM. I know it is frivolous, but I miss having them light up - RGB. I am not totally sure what modules are currently in the machine. They may be G.Skill. Part number F5-6000J3238G32G. I was hoping to replace them with something either better or at least lights up.…

Connecting 5070Ti to PowerSpec 750 powwer supply. Cant find alot on this power supply looking to either get an 12V-2x6 connector adapter with a 90 degree bend to replace the one currently connected. Currently looks terrible and looks strained against glass

Perhaps my search skills are horrible, but for the life of me I can't find an area with downloads for this PC. Does it exist?

I'm looking to see if I can build for running gspro for my golf launch monitor. Or if I'm better buying something pre built. Here are the recommended specs from their website, it doesn't say anything about CPU. Any help for a custom build would be helpful. 1080p is probably fine but if getting to 4k isn't crazy expensive…

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…

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.

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…

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!

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…

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…

Does anyone have an accurate date for when these are expected to be widely available at major retailers?

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…

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…

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…

diamondsword, nuggetinabisquit. safetytorch… so many classics. what ever happened to him?

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?

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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…

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?k=1760305589368 heres the link

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?????

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…

I called my local Micro Center earlier this morning to confirm they'd price match on a ASRock TC-1650T PSU I planned to purchase. NewEgg is selling it for $429, MicroCenter is selling it for $549 I went to the store this afternoon to pick up the PSU, only to be told by the staff member that "they had it in the back, but…