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  1. Scott

    PCSPECIALIST Optimum use of drives

    Not sure if there was maybe a little misunderstanding. Typically I wouldn't recommend using the second drive for programs. I would use the primary drive for both Windows & Programs. There are exceptions of course, but for typical cases this is sensible. Installing a few known programs after a...
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    PCSPECIALIST PC Game Deals!

    I don't think I ever got it. I haven't ever finished any of the Fallout games :ROFLMAO: I'm only 3/4 of the way through Alyx and I've had it since I got the Index 😬
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    PCSPECIALIST Lockdown - What's Worth a Watch?

    Watched The Substance last night with the Mrs. It's a very interesting watch. It's more of an artistic movie than is typically mainstream, so it will definitely be a bit marmite. I really enjoyed it, the ending went a bit left field but the rest of the movie stirred very strong reactions and...
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    PCSPECIALIST Laptop advice for occasional gaming

    I wasn't comparing the Octane III, I was comparing my Dell laptop. The comments on the Octane were with regards to then vs now. The higher end systems tend to wear the battery down quite significantly due to how they can draw the juice when at full chat. I was stating that the 5hr timing would...
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    PCSPECIALIST Do you think they'll approve my RMA request?

    Try not to get too worked up about it, it's always difficult during the time of the unknown. You pay for a warranty etc to get that service and PCS are very good with warranty claims and RMAs etc. Unfortunately we are in exactly the same position as yourself with regards to knowing whether the...
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    PCSPECIALIST First PC in 10 years - pls can I get a sense check?

    It might not seem like much but £100 towards the 7800X3D is quite a sensible choice. With that being said, you're right on the cusp of the next gen X3D chips coming out. If you can hold off I would wait for a look see. If not then either of the above are fine if you're sticking with the 7600...
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    PCSPECIALIST New PSVR 2 appears to leave PC VR in the dust

    Project Cars 2 is the real success story here. The colours are insane, the screen door is pretty much gone. The resolution multiplier can't be pushed as hard, but I think that speaks for itself as to why. I went into a race in the rain and I genuinely thought I was outside. This is what this...
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    PCSPECIALIST The New Outlook app that replaces windows mail and calendar

    I gave them my Hotmail account from 1998 and my blueyonder account from 1999. They are more than welcome to all that dross on their servers. There are a few groups that target chains like this. They create accounts, it doesn't take that many in the grand scheme of things..... and just accept...
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    PCSPECIALIST AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D still waiting on stock ? ?

    At this point, with the rumour mill chundering, I would hold out for the 9800X3D. If the rumours are true, it'll be very special. Even if they are not, there should be a better availability of the remaining 7800X3Ds by that point. The 7800X3D is the best thing since sliced bread and I wouldn't...
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    PCSPECIALIST What are my options for this setup? Video cable conundrums! SOLVED

    For GSync you need a GSync GPU and a Gsync monitor. For FreeSync you need a FreeSync/Gysnc compatible GPU and a FreeSync/GSync monitor. You have a GSync/FreeSync Monitor with a FreeSync monitor. As @SpyderTracks has said. With the appropriate HDMI cable you don't need any adapters. It will...
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    PCSPECIALIST First PC in 10 years - pls can I get a sense check?

    I would like to change the motherboard in honesty. I don't like the micro boards in general. Far too much tech in the real estate, corners cut IMO. Making things small doesn't make them better at this level. It gets reasonable reviews though so I won't argue with the contrasting price of the...
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    PCSPECIALIST New PSVR 2 appears to leave PC VR in the dust

    Getting on a bit better with it now. Got a new USB cable, fixed the USB issue. Got the new USB BT Dongle... that fixed the jitter problem. From there it was a nightmare though. No matter what I tried I couldn't get Beat Saber to run well. I thought it would be one of the easiest games to run...
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    PCSPECIALIST Ryzen 7 9800X3D next month?

    This is the droid I've been looking for! PS... have you looked at the cookie functionality that site requests :ROFLMAO:
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    PCSPECIALIST Check This Spec! - Curious Rookie

    Genuinely, £1500 is night and day and you should expect up to 10 years out of a build of that budget. Your previous build seems a lot older than 5 years, if purchased 5 years ago it was done in a similar fashion to your original choices... by opting for an older platform. The reason for opting...
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    PCSPECIALIST Check This Spec! - Curious Rookie

    I would recommend saving up a bit more. Prices are going up in line with everything nowadays, a £1000 PC 5 year ago would lay waste to a £1500 PC today.... it's just the way of things unfortunately. What is the spec of your current PC? Is it below the requirements for Windows 11? We would...
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    PCSPECIALIST I need a new external drive. Recomendations?

    No, still the same. There were 2 scenarios for you: 1. It was SATA..... the links are relevant. 2. It wasn't..... it needs the bin as you're not going to get another case to suit as a shell. Just grab one of the 3.5" drive bays that you fancy.
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    PCSPECIALIST New PSVR 2 appears to leave PC VR in the dust

    Aww man that's wild! What a nightmare. Just shows the need for those GPU jumps that we're always citing as the reason for a PC. You could sell it on for a profit if you wanted, and then just get it at a later date. As you have suggested though, I think that listing may have been a mistake with...
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    PCSPECIALIST Best AMD cpu for this gaming spec?

    Neither of which being Samsung.
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    PCSPECIALIST New PSVR 2 appears to leave PC VR in the dust

    Alyx is brilliant. Really immersive game.
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    PCSPECIALIST New PSVR 2 appears to leave PC VR in the dust

    So arrived safe and well along with a charging pad thing for the controllers. Not without its niggles but I've got it working. I need to get one of the Bluetooth Dongles for my system, not a deal breaker at all though. My on-board Bluetooth connected flawlessly and kind of works. The issue is...
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