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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST pc makes a beeping sound.

    Sorted the key, thanks :D
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST New Desktop - Check my Spec (Please)

    8600G has a pretty good iGPU. The 7600 has more processing power but nowhere near the same graphics power. If you're running the rig without a GPU you will want the 8600G, if you use a discrete GPU then the 7600 is a better choice. What performance comparison would you want to see? There are...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST New Desktop - Check my Spec (Please)

    Taking out the HDD, boosting the build a little for gaming runs around £200. I would like the XT GPU, but it's not available. Again note that this presumes you are re-using the current windows license and monitor etc. This is just for the PC/Tower. Case CORSAIR 3000D AIRFLOW MID TOWER GAMING...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Pc just stops turning on

    There's a sticky on it by @SpyderTracks, saves loads of back and forth. https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/threads/when-posting-for-technical-support.77839/
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST New Desktop - Check my Spec (Please)

    1. Poor case, 2 generation old CPU, poor level motherboard, single dimm of RAM (And previous generation DDR4), ancient GPU that isn't even as powerful even modern iGPUs, slow primary drive by modern standards, abysmal power supply. 2. I would just drop the 2TB Seagate drive. No need if you...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Updates Failing

    You're free to install/uninstall as you see fit, no warranty issues. Good post here from @Martinr36 https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/threads/my-new-pc-keeps-crashing-whilst-playing-games.95783/post-730721
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Updates Failing

    As it's quite a new system I would probably try a fresh windows install, that would be my go-to. If the errors presented after that then it would likely be down to either harddrive or memory. Have you reformatted windows before? A proper clean install with deleted partitions etc?
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST When you're seeking help with a BSOD

    New updated and simplified method for providing the above information from @ubuysa: On a couple of other forums on which I do BSOD analysis they use a custom-coded data collection app that gathers all the necessary data into a simple zip file, which the user uploads to a cloud service. I would...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST When you're seeking help with a BSOD

    New updated and simplified method for providing the above information from @ubuysa: On a couple of other forums on which I do BSOD analysis they use a custom-coded data collection app that gathers all the necessary data into a simple zip file, which the user uploads to a cloud service. I would...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST PC not turning on properly

    I'm wondering if it's maybe a sticky power switch :unsure:
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Workstation Spec, advice appreciated.

    On the spec I would probably go for a couple of changes: RAM - The chipset is quad channel so you will get a benefit from 4 slots filled rather than 2. I would either opt for 4x16GB or 4X32GB depending on budget. Storage - 4TB primary drive gives me the fear, makes me think you're going to run...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST New Desktop - Check my Spec (Please)

    This presumes you can transfer your license over from your current system and also make use of the monitor. Your initial build is very poor and definitely not something we would recommend to anyone. I cannot get you inside £1k without making compromises on the OS and the monitor while still...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST iRacing spec

    They're all relative 7800XT - £578 (All the frames you'll need) 7900 GRE - £678 (+£100, more frames) 4070Ti Super - £886 (+£308 more frames again) They cannot be compared, everything is budget related. You gave a budget so I helped find the best build within that budget. If your budget has...
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Hi - Looking to buy a new Gaming PC and would love some eyes on it for help

    Yeah, that's where us geeks tend to do all the watching and reading for you :LOL:
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    PCSPECIALIST, PCSPECIALIST Gaming PC for Microsoft Flight Simulator

    What's the budget for the PC & Monitor, collective or separate. Are there any limitations in size etc? What about the PC itself, you have opted for a nano build which I would recommend avoiding like the plague for a gaming rig. We can get a smaller mid-tower case if space is of the essence but...
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