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    PCSPECIALIST Bootup issues with new Monitor

    Hi all, I took delivery of my new PC in late Oct, spec below, and a month later I bought a new monitor, a Gigabyte M28U. Case Send In Your Own Case Processor (CPU) AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Eight Core CPU (3.8GHz-4.7GHz/36MB CACHE/AM4) Motherboard ASUS® TUF X570-PLUS GAMING WIFI (USB 3.2 Gen 2, PCIe...
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    PCSPECIALIST What's the best 4K budget option for a RTX 3080 at close viewing distance?

    Hey all, I have a RTX 3080 and I'm looking for a monitor to do it as much justice as possible on my limited budget. Currently I have an LG 23" Monitor which only cost about £140 five years ago, so anything would be an improvement. Having blown the budget on the computer itself, I'm limited in...
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    PCSPECIALIST Performance Monitor giving bad readings

    Hi all, I got my sparkling new PC last week, and I'm really pleased with it so far :) One of my existing drives is failing badly, but CrystalDiskInfo isn't showing any issues with it. In an effort to see what I could use to get a better test, I was guided towards Performance Monitor built into...
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    PCSPECIALIST Adding drives to a Fractal Define 7 XL build

    I have a build with a Fractal Define 7 XL case on order. The build includes two SSDs only. I want to add 5 3.5" inch HDDs and one SSD from my existing setup when it arrives, so I'm trying to establish what I need to obtain in order to do this. I'm under the impression I don't need any drive...
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    PCSPECIALIST Computer Desk that will look good in the lounge

    Hey all. I have a new 3080 PC on order, but I'm stuck with an ancient 23" non-gaming monitor. I want to upgrade, but I'm not able to fit anything bigger in my existing computer desk. The tower, a Fractal Define7 XL, isn't going to fit underneath either so I need a new desk. My computer lives...
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    PCSPECIALIST Non-Gaming PC that will allow easy upgrade to Gaming PC in the future

    Hi All, Before the current graphics card shortage I was looking for a gaming PC, previous quote here. I waited for the 3060/3070 cards to come out and we all know what happened next. Since then I've decided against getting a gaming PC for the time being. I would however like to have a system...
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    PCSPECIALIST How does this spec look for 1440p gaming and business use?

    Hi All, I wonder if you'd be so kind as to cast your expert eyes over this spec? I bought my current PC at least 10 years ago and I'm completely out of touch with modern systems. I'm looking for a PC that will be good for gaming at 1440p without needing updating for a while. I also use my PC...
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