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Need help with my custom PC build
Hello I'm new to the whole picking out pc parts thing as I've never built my own (currently on a Skytech prebuilt) so I'm not too familiar on what the best parts would be. However I did try out the pc builder to give an idea of what I'm looking for in a custom pc. My desired budget is around 2k (2.5k being my limit), I…
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Why is nothing plugged into the AIO Pump pins on my mobo?
Microcenter recently assembled my PC about six weeks ago. I've been experimenting with changing the fan speeds via the LConnect 3 software for my Lian Li Galahad ii Trinity performance AIO cooler. I noticed on the motherboard there is spot for the AIO plug but nothing is plugged into it. I have no control over the fan…
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New Perks or Member Program?
Hi, I was in my local MicroCenter store the other day and thought I saw a poster for a member or affinity/perks program. But I can't find anything on the website. Is there a link for this? I think the poster had a QR code but I didn't stop to scan it.
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Will it all fit?
I'm not sure if the power supply has the correct connections for the motherboard and if there is enough room to install it. I also wonder if the case is the correct one for the components I picked. Thanks in advance!
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will this build be okay for 1440p gaming? and is the power supply enough?
i9 14700kf asus z790 prime lga 1700 atx wifi corsair dominator platinum 32gb ddr 5600 gigabyte geforce rtx 4070ti Aero triple fan overclocked 12gb gddr6 samsung 980 pro 2tb Nvme ssd NZXT h9 elite mid tower Asus tuf gaming 850w gold power supply lian lia galahad 360mm windows 11 home Lian Li - UNI Fan SL Infinity Fluid…
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Audio trouble
I recently built a new pc and when I plugged in my headphones, the audio is really bad. I can hear discord notifications just fine. However, the problem is that when I'm watching youtube or talking on discord, it sounds awful. The drivers for my headphones are all up to date.
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G476 ARGB Control
I recently (as in today) purchased a G476 after a brief experience with an open-box G473. On the 473, there are two buttons on the case to control the color and effect of the ARGB fans and such, as well as to move it into a mode to allow the MSI software to control. On the 476, there are two SETS of buttons for such…
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GPU vs CPU upgrade
So my current specs on my computer are an i9-9900k with a blower model[:(] rtx 2080, and i was thinking about upgrading one or the other, either getting a i5-14600k with a z690 motherboard and drr5 (more expensive route), or i will upgrade to a rtx 3070, or rtx 4060, anyone wanna give me some wise thoughts?
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Does LG Slim Portable DVD Writer GP65NS60 work with Windows 11
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Does microcenter offer headphone cord repairs/replacement? (Audio/Visual)
My cat chewed up my DT 990 pro cord and I was looking to get it repaired/replaced instead of paying $160 for a brand new pair.
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Powerspec G906 keeps shutting off
Just looking for some help with an issue I’m having. Had my computer freeze on me completely earlier tonight when I closed my browser. Let it sit for about fifteen minutes to see if it would unfreeze, and it did not so I tried powering it off. Pressing the power did nothing so I held it till it finally shut down. Let it…
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How Much FPS Will Intel UHD 770 Give In MW3?
I Dont Have A GPU So I Use The CPU Graphics.
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Does Microcenter do swaps?
I went ahead and hastily bought ram that doesn't work with my Mobo. I have 2 x 32GB sticks of 6000MHz RAM that is effectively useless but just arrived and is NIB. Never opened. I was hoping I could make my way to Microcenter storefront and effectively swap it out for one that does. Is this something they do, or have done…
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Bambu X1C
Will the Bambu X1C printer go on sale in November 2023? If so what day?
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Bundle Price Increase
Hi, I am trying to build my first PC. I had my eyes set on this microcenter AMD bundle that had a Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Asus Tuf Motherboard, and 16gb of Ram for $269. Here is the photo: I saved up a lot of money for it for a long time and am in a very tight budget. I was about to buy it but I thought maybe there was a chance…
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Can My Computer Run Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III?
Written by Jon Martindale Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 might have the same name as the 2011 Call of Duty release, but this is a brand-new game. It’s a sequel to the revamped Modern Warfare 2 from 2022 and is built on an updated version of the Infinity Ward IW Engine. This is version 9.0, with its new water simulation…
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Building a new rig need a proofreader pls/ty
It's been a while since I built one from scratch. I am just about ready to place the order but am a little worried I forgot something obvious. Any help would be appreciated. I already have mouse, monitor, and keyboard covered. but I can't post a link to it for some reason. When I use the ask the community button on the PC…
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Particulars about Microcenter Credit Card
As most know, Microcenters Credit Card is serviced by Wells Fargo. And, if you charge something and don't chose 6 months no interest, then you get a 5% discount on the items. What I have discovered recently is not very positive, and in fact, very negative. During this past August '23, I purchased an open box laptop for…
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PSU recommendations
I recently bought the corsair SF-L Series SF1000L 1000 Watt power supply, and the cables aren't long enough to reach the motherboard. I found some cables that were long enough, but some were not. Is there any power supply that anyone recommends for me? I have a 5000D airflow case and an MSI B650-P Pro WiFi.
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Why is my new Toshiba N300 16TB internal HDD not showing up as a drive in my dell optiplex 9020?
I recently purchased a Toshiba N300 16TB internal HDD as I am converting my old dell optiplex 9020 SFF into a NAS. This drive is solely used for storage and will not be bootable/contain an OS. The primary boot drive is a 1 TB crucial SSD. I have a splitter cable for the SATA power supply with one that is connected to the…
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Trying to upgrade my build that is from 2018 Where do I start?
Starting with a thanks for anyone who can assist me and point me in the right directions. My build is older and is unavailable through the microcenter build site. The budget for upgrade is $500-$750, I have both a 1080p monitor and a 1440p monitor looking to get high fps on 1080p games and fluid fps on higher quality…
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Monitor Suggestion
I am using a pair of old and slow Dell 1080p 60 Hz monitors from work and planning replacing them with a pair of 1440p. I use the same desk for my work laptop and gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5800X3D and 3070 Ti). I'm on a fairly limited budget and was looking at the following options. I'm based in the US. Just curious what people…
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Installed new SSD
Hello, decided to upgrade my laptops SSD. I physically installed a new M.2 SSD from Micro Center on my laptop on the only slot there is or where the old one was. I have a windows installation media in a USB and when I boot up the laptop, the windows install screen comes up but when I get to the screen where you select the…
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PowerSpec ATX 206 RGB Control
PowerSpec ATX 206 Chassis RGB Control The new PowerSpec ATX 206 chassis includes two 160mm fans with separate controls for the inner fans and the outer rings. These can be controlled separately, bound together, or the RGB control can be synchronized to the motherboard. To change the fan RGB settings, first we should get…
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My PC keeps turning off when playing high graphical games, how do I fix this?
Last year, I bought a new RTX 3060 as a graduation gift to myself. However, my PC would shut off whenever I played high-graphical games such as Cyberpunk. I suspected that my power supply unit (PSU) couldn't handle the power draw required by the GPU. To verify that it wasn't an issue with the new GPU, I ran FurMark ROG to…
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Phantom Liberty Build Guide: Are You Ready for Cyberpunk 2077 2.0?
Written by @Lambdaben As the highly anticipated expansion for CyberPunk 2077: Phantom Liberty draws near, gamers worldwide are gearing up to explore the next chapter in the neon-drenched dystopia. To truly savor this electrifying experience and immerse oneself in the intricate, ever-evolving world of CyberPunk 2077, CD…
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How To Choose a Productivity Mouse
Written by @Vaganza This is part of a series on choosing your perfect mouse: Check out the Gaming Mouse edition as well as our Mouse Buying Guide! What makes a good productivity mouse? For the longest time, as an Apple user going as far back as the original iMac, I just used the mouse that came with Macs, even when they…
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Build of the Week 9/1 - 9/7
Every week, we choose some of our favorite builds submitted to our Build Showcase, with one very talented builder getting highlighted as our Community Build of the Week and also getting an exclusive Micro Center T-Shirt! This week's Community build is: WHITE WALKER Created by Nsmith1427 Chosen by @w8deywins: Hello…
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Build of the Week 9/15 - 9/21
Every week, we choose some of our favorite builds submitted to our Build Showcase, with one very talented builder getting highlighted as our Community Build of the Week and also getting an exclusive Micro Center T-Shirt! This week's Community build is: Jonsbo D31 Mesh Build - Hardline Watercooling Setup Created by Blake W.…
