The "Quick Questions that does not Deserve a Thread"...Thread. V3 - Hardware & Software

[QUOTE=krazipanda;38065619]My PSU is 650W, these are my computer specs: [code]CPU Intel Core i5 2300 @ 2.80GHz 40 °C Sandy Bridge 32nm Technology RAM 10.0 GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 668MHz (9-9-9-24) Motherboard ASUSTeK Computer INC. P8H67-M EVO (LGA1155) 34 °C Graphics V233H (1920x1080@60Hz) 1279MB GeForce GTX 570 (ASUStek Computer Inc) 52 °C Hard Drives 47GB OCZ-VERTEX2 ATA Device (SSD) 30 °C 932GB SAMSUNG HD103SJ ATA Device (SATA) 39 °C 932GB SAMSUNG HD103SJ ATA Device (SATA) 37 °C Optical Drives ASUS DRW-24B3ST ATA Device Audio High Definition Audio Device[/code] and I'm getting another 570. Will I have to upgrade to higher wattage?[/QUOTE] I'd recommend it, even with the new Nvidias like the 670 I'd recommend 750 watts if you are going to SLI, but thats just me overcompensating.

With dual 570's you would want that overhead, but ideally 650-700w should be plenty. I have managed dual 570's securely on nearly the exact same setup, but I wouldn't recommend it.

[QUOTE=FlubberNugget;38065681]With dual 570's you would want that overhead, but ideally 650-700w should be plenty. I have managed dual 570's securely on nearly the exact same setup, but I wouldn't recommend it.[/QUOTE] What would you suggest I get?

[QUOTE=krazipanda;38066989]What would you suggest I get?[/QUOTE] If you're going to go ahead with SLI 570's, then 700w. That overhead is nice and will power the cards rather easily. I can recommend a GS700, great build quality and you can't go wrong with a corsair PSU.

[QUOTE=FlubberNugget;38065681]With dual 570's you would want that overhead, but ideally 650-700w should be plenty. I have managed dual 570's securely on nearly the exact same setup, but I wouldn't recommend it.[/QUOTE] -snip double post-

[QUOTE=krazipanda;38067080]-snip double post-[/QUOTE] Super delayed double post? v:v:v

[QUOTE=FlubberNugget;38067007]If you're going to go ahead with SLI 570's, then 700w. That overhead is nice and will power the cards rather easily. I can recommend a GS700, great build quality and you can't go wrong with a corsair PSU.[/QUOTE] I currently have a corsair, love it. THhoughts on modular power?

[QUOTE=krazipanda;38067089]I currently have a corsair, love it. THhoughts on modular power?[/QUOTE] No idea, never needed a modular PSU myself, so I'd leave that to someone else in this thread because I'd probably pick an overpriced one :v:

[QUOTE=FlubberNugget;38067098]No idea, never needed a modular PSU myself, so I'd leave that to someone else in this thread because I'd probably pick an overpriced one :v:[/QUOTE] I just plan on my next case being open air/more exposed and I want it to look nice.

I'd get a modular, makes everything easier in the long run having only the cables you NEED.

Can a bad graphics card make a motherboard go bad/not function? Or vis-versa? Mobo boots some of the time, sans gfx card, not with it, fails post 50%. Happened after SSD install~asolm12o3l Also, I plugged a 2.1 pcie card into a 1.0 slot not understanding it wouldn't work--would it make gfx badly? Didn't mess up mobo, fans at gfx card ran 100%

[QUOTE=Blacksheepboy;38067908]Also, I plugged a 2.1 pcie card into a 1.0 slot not understanding it wouldn't work--would it make gfx badly? Didn't mess up mobo, fans at gfx card ran 100%[/QUOTE] PCI-E is backwards compatible if it's a high end card the lower bandwidth might limit performance but other than that it's fine

[QUOTE=krazipanda;38067089]I currently have a corsair, love it. THhoughts on modular power?[/QUOTE] [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817116014&name=Power-Supplies[/url]

[QUOTE=HolyCrapAWalrus;38068648][url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817116014&name=Power-Supplies[/url][/QUOTE] This is nice if you want semi modularity, if you want something fully modular grab an X650. [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151088&name=Power-Supplies[/url] Also speaking of PSU's, would I be able to power 2 670's on a 650w and still have enough power for 2 HDD's, an SSD and an optical drive or should I go ahead and spend the extra $10 - $20 on an extra 100 watts?

You'll be fine, I'm pretty sure OC'd 670s draw around 220w, so adding in a generous 100w for the CPU, you'll only ever get very slightly past 500w draw in intense situations. While HDDs and SSDs do draw power, it's near negligible compared to other components. [editline]16th October 2012[/editline] Actually, probably closer to 200w max on a single OC'd 670.

[QUOTE=HolyCrapAWalrus;38070221]You'll be fine, I'm pretty sure OC'd 670s draw around 220w, so adding in a generous 100w for the CPU, you'll only ever get very slightly past 500w draw in intense situations. While HDDs and SSDs do draw power, it's near negligible compared to other components. [editline]16th October 2012[/editline] Actually, probably closer to 200w max on a single OC'd 670.[/QUOTE] Alright then, I kinda want to save some money and I really didn't think I needed more than 650w.

Are the newest LCDs or 'some' LCDs kind of grainy? I've noticed this in the last couple of LCD displays I've bought, they have a kind of 'sandy' or 'grainy' look to them, like if you're looking at a blank white screen, it looks like I'm looking at white sand or something, as apposed to a continuous white slate... anyone else getting this? [editline]17th October 2012[/editline] has nothing to do with GPUs or connections btw

I have only occasional spots of grain on my monitor, though that probably just means I need to go find the Windex again.

do you actually use windex on your monitors? lmao

I've connected my PC to a TV through HDMI, plugged in my Nvidia GPU. The TV is connected to a 5.1 system through an optical cable. Why can't I choose anything but stereo sound?

[QUOTE=TehWhale;38071717]do you actually use windex on your monitors? lmao[/QUOTE] Not directly - I spray it on something and then use that to clean the monitor. It works perfectly and hasn't damaged a single screen I owned in recorded history. Besides, I don't see you actually suggesting anything that might be "better".

I use vinegar and water mix + paper towel. Only on tube displays though for LCD I just swipe it with a microfiber, bout all i can reasonably do but anyways these monitors are brand spanking new, out of the box...

Windex permanently damages the screen.

[QUOTE=TehWhale;38072022]Windex permanently damages the screen.[/QUOTE] Really? Because the whole time I used it no such damage has ever happened. I'd hate to do this to you man, but I'm going to have to ask for a source on this.

[QUOTE=Akasori;38071766]I've connected my PC to a TV through HDMI, plugged in my Nvidia GPU. The TV is connected to a 5.1 system through an optical cable. Why can't I choose anything but stereo sound?[/QUOTE] Optical can only transfer 5.1 over a compressed format. I.E. DTS, Dolby, WMVPro, etc. Make sure those formats are both supported and turned on. [editline]17th October 2012[/editline] [QUOTE=Barbarian887;38071486]Are the newest LCDs or 'some' LCDs kind of grainy? I've noticed this in the last couple of LCD displays I've bought, they have a kind of 'sandy' or 'grainy' look to them, like if you're looking at a blank white screen, it looks like I'm looking at white sand or something, as apposed to a continuous white slate... anyone else getting this? [editline]17th October 2012[/editline] has nothing to do with GPUs or connections btw[/QUOTE] The grain is known as AG(Anti-Glare) or Anti-Reflective coating. It's most seen on higher end screens. For some reason.

[QUOTE=Silverspar;38053446]Are SECC/ABS plastic cases any good?, this Cooler Master case is made out of the material and has generally really good reviews in comparison to other cases. [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119233[/url] The case[/QUOTE] Are you looking for a case to throw around or what are you looking for? There's no rattling with plastic cases, that's about all the advantage you get. [editline]17th October 2012[/editline] [QUOTE=Brt5470;38076327]Optical can only transfer 5.1 over a compressed format. I.E. DTS, Dolby, WMVPro, etc. Make sure those formats are both supported and turned on. [editline]17th October 2012[/editline] The grain is known as AG(Anti-Glare) or Anti-Reflective coating. It's most seen on higher end screens. For some reason.[/QUOTE] I don't think WMVPro is supported by anything. Also, both the receiver and the sending device have to support either DDL or DTS Connect. Here you'd need a TV to do that, i doubt there are any that can do that. So what you really need here is a soundcard on the PC that supports either standard encoding. If your receiver can't take either you are fucked on digital.

[QUOTE=SEKCobra;38076431]I don't think WMVPro is supported by anything. Also, both the receiver and the sending device have to support either DDL or DTS Connect. Here you'd need a TV to do that, i doubt there are any that can do that. So what you really need here is a soundcard on the PC that supports either standard encoding. If your receiver can't take either you are fucked on digital.[/QUOTE] I meant WMA Pro, and it's supported by some receivers. But yes, I know both have to support it. If your receiver only accepts PCM over Toslink, then you're SOL.

I just got my soundcard and 5.1 system yesterday, fucking loving it. Got both my PC and PS3 hooked on optical.

[QUOTE=Maximum Mod;38061374]Does anyone here know/think the BenQ XL2420T would be good for movies and the like?[/QUOTE] ahem

I'll post it here then, [QUOTE=TheCactusman;38077003]I need to update my iPod Touch from iOS 5.0.1 to 5.1.1 without losing my jailbreak... How do I do that?[/QUOTE]