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system interrupt
powerspec G711 windows 11 pro using 50% of CPU makes comp lag. Notice "system interrupt" using the CPU. Only have the monitor and wireless mouse/key board attached to the machine. They all have updated drivers. CPU usage will go back to normal after a restart. Any suggestions welcome. Thanks
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Ark: Survior Evolved Xbox and PC multiplayer mode
I was wondering what I need to purchase in order to play Ark: Survivor Evolved with my brother online in multiplayer mode? I have a Desktop PC and he has an Xbox. Do I need to buy Xbox Live to do this? Thanks!
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Boot device doesn’t show after installing new CPU
Hello I recently upgraded from a ryzen 5 3600 to a ryzen 7 5800x my motherboard supports 5000 series but I forgot to update bios before install. I installed the chip and when I booted up the system it brought me to a screen that had me press y or n it was about ftpm I’m not very knowledgeable about that. I press y thinking…
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Your recent survey on REFURB GPU sales.
Over the years I have come to trust Microcenter to carry good products and parts with decent warranties. If you jump on the bandwagon of helping GPU makers dump all the thrashed, worn out, mined to tatters gpu's that were recently dumped on them by unscrupulous miners. You are just going to create headaches for yourselves…
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Active Duty Military and Veteran Discounts
Micro Center should seriously consider offering active duty and veteran military members a discount for purchased goods and services at the stores. Home Depot, True Value, and many other retailers do offer this benefit to the military community.
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"Light pollution" - Micro Center Build
"Light pollution" - Micro Center BuildGaming PC with a lot of lights Read the full story here
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The First - Micro Center Build
The First - Micro Center BuildUsing it for digital art and games, like Genshin. Also using it for schoolwork at home. Read the full story here
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Budget Gaming Build?
New here and in need of any advice/answers as to if the PC I'm building up for a younger family member will be the right one... It's mainly going to be used to play GTA 5 / FiveM, ROBLOX, Forza Horizon 5, and Minecraft: CPU: i5-12400 Alder Lake 2.4GHz Six-Core LGA 1700 Motherboard: MSI - Z690-P Pro DDR4 Intel LGA 1700 RAM:…
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WHY are gift cards not accepted as online payment?
I was happy to see Micro Center does online orders -- researched my products, created an order and...extremely disappointed I cannot use the giftcard I received over the holidays. As I understand it, the cards can be purchased, and redeemed, in any store, so they are not store specific, so what's the deal? Seeing as I'm 2…
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Micro Center Price Match Question
I am looking at purchasing a Crucial X8 1TB Portable SSD USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External Solid State Drive. It is $99 at Micro Center, but Amazon has it for only $79, and it sold directly from Amazon. I also have a coupon from Micro Center for $15 off any Single Graphics Card, SSD, Hard Drive or RAM. Question: Can I do the…
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Thinking of building this
I don't game. This would be more for amateur radio, general computing. CPU i9 12900k MB Asus Z690 G-ROG 32Gb memory DDR-5600 Corsair 4000D case Corsair RM750X PS ASUS NVIDIA RTX 3050 graphics card Samsun 980 NVMe 1 Tb SSD there was only one fan listed for cooling Any thoughts? Overkill? Parts not compatible?
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fan
Hello. Can I replace the fan for my Power Spec 8648 C154570/8GB/2Tb?
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Re-pin a connector on a NWB fan 060155SS-24N 3 pin connectors
Does anyone in Denver have the parts (pins housing and female header connectors for JST 3 pin connectors. Or does anyone repair this type of connectors in Denver
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Build Coupon
Hello, I wanted to see if the build coupon promotion is still valid. i submitted my build using the coupon form page on Microcenter's website. here's my build using the 7700X bundle deal that was going on during this year's black friday offers: https:// www.microcenter.com/buildpost/31056/winter-build-panda Can you please…
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Sound Blaster AE-9 PCIe 6-pin power from 8-pin Dell 7920 PSU
The SB AE-9 needs a 6-pin power jumper. There is an unused 8-pin power connector tagged P22 in the Dell. What cable or adapter is recommended to do this? Thanks! I found an 8-pin PCIe from a 6-pin supply but that is backwards. dennisw@aeanm.com
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Issues with Windows 10 installation
I am trying to install Windows 10 to my pc and the setup continues to be stuck at the "Getting Updates" window at 46%. I disabled my antivirus software to see if that was causing the issue. Are there any other tips that someone can recommend?
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How can I fix this Audio error.
My headphones appear as speakers Realtek (R) audio when I plug them into my PC, I am 99% sure that is supposed to be the case but even though it shows that I still hear nothing. I have downloaded every driver I was supposed too and deleted them all too. I am struggling to figure out the solution to this and would like some…
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All Black Build ! - Micro Center Build
All Black Build ! - Micro Center BuildI'm moving from console to pc, most likely going to keep using the PlayStation as some games my friends will still use on there, but I honestly much prefer pc. Apart from the cost of the bloody things. Mostly going to be using this pc for gaming on 1440p Read the full story here
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WHite computer - Micro Center Build
WHite computer - Micro Center BuildI got this as a birthday gift. It is a beautiful white pc Read the full story here
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White RGB Torrent Compact Build - Micro Center Build
White RGB Torrent Compact Build - Micro Center BuildImagine you want to build a new pc with the Torrent Compact case with rgb but you dislike the glass rear panel, what can you do?My Idea: Order the white non-rgb version with solid rear and purchase additional rgb fans to replace all the existing fans. Read the full story…
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New Gaming Desktop - Micro Center Build
New Gaming Desktop - Micro Center BuildNew gaming desktop mainly for 1440p gaming. Upgraded from a 10 year old PC. Read the full story here
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I need help checking if this parts will work together and if this is a good setup?
Intel - Core i9-12900K Gigabyte - Z690 Aorus Elite AX Corsair - Vengeance LPX 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3200 Lian Li - O11 Air Mini Tempered Glass ATX Mid-Tower Computer Case Corsair - RMx Series RM850x 850 Watt 80 Plus Gold ATX Fully Modular Power Supply ASUS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti TUF Gaming Overclocked Triple-Fan 8GB…
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Not sure where this goes but it has to be said.
This is my first time purchasing from Micro Center. Thank you! The experience was beyond my expectations. I picked components and got some suggestions from the community here and placed my order. I was contacted by Garrett at the Sharonville location and was asked about some additional adjustments to the build prior to…
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Outside of Holiday Return Window
Hello, I purchased almost an entire computer's worth of parts today (December 26). My local Microcenter does not have all of the parts that I wanted so I was forced to order them elsewhere including the ram. I saw that that the extended holiday return window ended on Christmas day. I feel very rushed since my RAM is…
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PowerSpec G706 fan replacement
Hey all, I need a case fan (front bottom) replaced. It's vibrating and extremely loud under idle which from browsing the forums, looks like a common problem. I took apart the case but couldn't find a model number on the fan - only the Lian Li brand. All other fans are normal. I know this because I can replicate the sound…
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Quiet performance builds
So I've built a number of PCs over the years and am looking to build a reasonably capable _but quiet_ I7 system, optimized for virtualization and gaming. Ideally components that don't require liquid cooling to achieve low decibel levels. Reading up on this, multiple sources recommend the Fractal Design Define series ATX…
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is it just me or did micro centre decide to go down the newegg rabbit hole even worse?
i decided to check the gpu pages, and the cpu pages but only found out that 3 gpus and 2 cpus are now eligible for shipping. and all 3 gpus are 3080's and the two cpus are the amd compatible variant's for said gpus. i highly doubt that the micro center fulfillment center's are filled to the brim with only hardware that…
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Upgrade PowerSpec B728 Desktop Computer (SKU 180885) with a graphic card
I have a PowerSpec B728 Desktop Computer that I purchased April 2018. I bought it along with a DELL 27" IPS SE2717HR MONITOR which supports graphics up to 1920 x 1080. I'd like to get a new UHD/4K monitor (32" or greater) that will display a higher resolution (3840 x 2160 or better). I've not installed any graphic cards.…
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Parts? What To Choose Tip Guide (General Planning Steps Where To Start)
Disclaimer this will apply to anyone making or choosing parts this is not going to be super part specific but a generalized part guide as a whole. The number with a letter are finer details. 1st: WHATS the budget. This is going to MASSIVELY either expand or hinder the options 1A: This will decide if you should be buying a…
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Any plans to expand in Texas?
Not sure how many people have suggested this. But I would like to suggest that Micro Center expand in Texas. Specifically closer to the Arlington area. I've been to the Dallas location. It's great! And I love going into a brick and mortar to shop. But not always the most convenient. We don't have a good electronics store…
