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Need Help Choosing Parts - first PC build!
Hi! I'm a first-time PC builder. Casual gamer, looking for a build where I can play games like Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, etc. I don't need to play on the highest settings, just want it to run smoothly and reliably. My anticipated budget is $800-$1,000, but since I'm not a heavy gamer I'd love to spend…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=bca5356f-9438-4b5f-ac83-b370ab912bfd Haven't built in a while so I'm looking for a few suggestions. Open to any improvements, but I am mostly curious about different cases/air coolers. Any reason I shouldn't go with the cheaper be quiet pure rock slim 2…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I have a computer pre-built that I purchased about three years ago and I am wanting some advice on building a new one. The old computer runs fine and well, but I want to see what I can put together with a budget of about $1,500. I want it to be able to handle games at a reasonable framerate with reasonable graphics (they…
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TW100. Was using Windows 10. Did a fresh install, need drivers
Need to get the touch screen, keyboard, basically all the tablet drivers. Any help would be appreciated, really love my old tablet Thanks Bob
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Question regarding Intel laptop returns
Hello, I purchased a 13th gen i7 intel machine, and with all of the reports of defective cpus and failures from Intel I am concerned about the machine's reliability as it has exhibited slow downs/shutdowns. Is there any option for return/exchanges for a machine outside of the 15 day window?
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Didnt receive game code
I purshased a 7800x3d in a bundle but i didnt get any game codes in an email
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Intel 13900K deemed defective by Intel
I have an open support case with Intel regarding my 13900k chip purchased from Microcenter in January 2023. Intel has deemed that the chip is defective and does not have any 13900K in stock to replace it so they are offering a refund. Would Microcenter let me return the RAM and motherboard that were purchased on the same…
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Upgrading System with mixed parts
I'm looking to upgrade my system via a Microcenter bundle and a new case and PSU. However, the GPU and drives I want to pull from my old system as they are fine and/or fairly current. Does anyone know if Microcenter does this? I've retired from my computer career, partly due to arthritis, so things lilke building out PCs…
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Does microcenter do custom loops to already built PC's?
I live over 2 hours away from the nearest microcenter i have been really wanting to get a custom water cooler for my CPU and GPU. I was wondering if i could be told if this is a the case before i make the 4 hour trip there and back. I'm looking for conformation, pricing and general insight. Thanks in advance
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$2000 PC for After Effects/Blender ☆ I need SO much help…
Hello! First time PC builder/user here. I’ve been using a 2010 MacBook Pro with like 4GB of RAM until now, so I have a LOT of questions— thank you in advance for your patience! ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ☆ My budget is $2000 USD. The PC is for: After Effects - Mostly animations and typography. 1080p camera footage, no 4k. Lots of layers, pre…
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How do I know what size my case is?
I bought my PowerSpec G707 around 3 years ago and I was thinking about upgrading the case On the store page, it says the case is a PowerSpec/Lian Li ATX 205 I wanted to purchase an NZXT H5 Flow case but the H5 is a mid-tower and I was wondering if that is the same size as my case or are the components in my G707…
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TW101 winbook drivers
Had to do a fresh Windows 10 install due to an update that bricked my tablet. Windows works, no tablet functions, Due to the help of the community, Especially Paul, have tried to get the touchscreen and all the tablet features to load without success. Went to the Microcenter store in Paterson, they told me they no longer…
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Failing intel cpu's. Will Microcenter replace my warrantied intel with amd?
So Microcenter Fairfax built a PC for me. The original 13900KS worked for a few months then random blue screen, game crashes began and got worse for a few months. I took itnto MC and they said the 13900ks was faulty. They didn't have any more KS so they installed a 13900k and refunded the difference. Same story, the 13900k…
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Will the Cambridge Microcenter restock the founders edition 3080?
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Is the networking/file share possible?
I want to network with another computer to share a file on Windows 11 via the same internet connection. But my question is, if you have two routers between them would it still be possible? And is it still considered the same internet connection
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Attempting to Setup a Reseller Business Acct - MCBS email and 800 NON RESPONSIVE.
Hello, I've been attempting to get a Reseller Business Account setup. The provided 800-743-7537 number and MCBS@Microcenter.com email address are not responsive. I've called tech support as well to see if there is a person to contact directly with no luck. Has anyone had any luck getting a hold of the Business Sales Team?
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Returning bought in-store item online
I know this isn't mentioned in the return policy but I want to return a gpu I bought in-store online since I live far away from my nearest microcenter. It's a refurbished Rx 7800xt red devil showing previous usage from previous owners. I opened it to test it and the LEDs turned on, but there was no display whatsoever, even…
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Receipt needed
I have an order that doesn't have a receipt option online and need a copy for an 13900K RMA. Any way to get a copy via email?
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Does anyone happen to have the drivers accessible for the inland GM-76 mouse?
I currently don't have a disk drive and can't find the drivers online. The mouse is fully functional past the inability to program any of the features on it. If nothing comes of this search, I will likely find a way to put the drivers onto a USB and save it for if others may need them. —Disclaimer: I did reach out to tech…
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Asus Tuf Gaming laptop not charging
Purchased Asus Tuf Gaming FX507ZI in February 2024. In the past week it stopped charging when operating. If I shut down the laptop, unplug and replug the adapter from the laptop, it won’t charge, BUT if I unplug and replug the adapter from the outlet, it begins to charge and will continue to 100% battery. Unfortunately, as…
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Missing power adapter for purchased online MSI Katana A15 AI B8VG-430US 15.6" Gaming Laptop Computer
I purchased this MSI Katana A15 AI B8VG-430US 15.6" Gaming Laptop Computer online thru Micro Center and I finally received it today. I opened the box and turns out the AC/DC adapter piece is missing! I have the part that plugs into an outlet, but the part that plugs into the laptop that has AC/DC is MISSING. Do I need to…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
How would this build be for 1440p gaming? I have never built a PC before.
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I need help with the PC Build?
So i believe i followed the instructions, and guides to the best to my abilities and have reached the point to where i am "ready" to power on the system and get it started. I went to plug in the PSU to turn on the case etc. But only the Mobo turned on. Can Microcenter help me take a look and see if i did anything…
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what is the correct thickness thermal pad for an HP 15 dc-1054nr laptop
I have to replace the thermal pads on my HP 15 dc-1054nr laptop and cannot find any help online, any assistance would be great as far as the GPU and CPU I will use the paste but the heat sink I still need to replace. thanks JIM
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$25 Build Showcase issue
Hello! I had submitted my friends PC build for the Showcase since he wanted to get a new fan since one of them broke with the coupon but still hasn't gotten it so if someone could take a look that'd be appreciated!
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PowerSpec G449 rattling noise.
My new PowerSpec G449 has been making this strange rattling noise for a week now. I've opened it up and I can't see anything obvious going on, so I'm not entirely sure what's actually making the noise. I've done some research and read it could be air bubbles in the AIO, so I've followed the recommended directions to turn…
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Second M.2 Ultra slot not working
There are two M.2 Ultra slots on the motherboard. One contains the M.2 NVMe SSD 2TB hard drive. The other slot was empty so I installed an initialized 1TB M.2 SSD but Disk Management does not recognize the drive. How do I get the second M.2 Ultra slot working? The system is a PowerSpec G-433 with the following options:…
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Bluetooth Issues With Powerspec G518
I just picked this up today and am about to pack it back up and return it… The WiFi and the Bluetooth seem to disconnect randomly and the machine just freezes since my mouse and keyboard are all Bluetooth. I saw another post where someone was talking about connecting an antenna. I was wondering what I am supposed to do…
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Powerspec g439 lights not working anymore
Hello, I recently bought a Power spec g439 and i downloaded "Signal RGB" for better rgb then my lights a couple days later stopped working and it told me to delete mystic light it was pre downloaded on their and now my lights even with signal rgb don't work. The only light i have in my pc is the Zota Gaming on my GPU in…
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G474 - Some games run perfect, others will not run at all/crash constantly...
I purchased a G474 january 30th. Since then it has consistently crashed when playing certain games, but runs other games just fine. After trying every beginner level fix under the sun multiple times without anyluck, (checking for driver updates, reinstalling the games, turning off antivirus, running as admin, etc.).. I've…
