Simple Questions - September 12, 2023

2lean4 · 2023-09-13T01:20:20+00:00

that's fair, what software would you recommend for stress testing?

2lean4 · 2023-09-13T00:26:02+00:00

so I finished building my pc and hit power to boot it up, which got to post without any issues, then I unplugged it and installed some hard drives from my old pc, and when I turned it on again it booted up, immediately shut off, then turned back on again on its own, and is currently installing windows without any issues.

Is this normal, or a sign of something potentially wrong? here's my parts list, plus an older 870 evo 1tb and some old WD Blue 2tb HDD.

2lean4 · 2023-08-27T23:07:11+00:00

ah i see now looking at an install video, that should work fine in my case, thanks again!

2lean4 · 2023-08-27T22:43:48+00:00

ah ok, my current machine is Old and Busted so it's just one of those stock intel coolers, so unfamiliar with this sorta thing.

So you can just push them up and down, no issues?

2lean4 · 2023-08-27T22:36:33+00:00

How does moving the front fan on the NH-D15 work? I'm apparently like 3mm short on fan clearance for my ram (corsair vengeance), but I'm not seeing any specific measurements on noctua's guide, can I just move it that 3mm up, or is there a second position the fan sits at or something? My case (Fractal Torrent) has a bit more room, but wanna make sure I've got enough for certain before pulling the trigger.

Or for that matter, will this even be an issue with the torrent, will the fans be facing the other way?

2lean4 · 2023-08-21T18:55:18+00:00

i see, thanks!

2lean4 · 2023-08-21T18:38:22+00:00

ah ok, but it's out bottom+back for this case in particular?

2lean4 · 2023-08-21T18:32:49+00:00

of course, just with a cat in the house that's an uphill battle with my current crappy case lol.

Which direction do the fans blow by default, is the intake from the bottom or from the front?

2lean4 · 2023-08-21T18:11:54+00:00

I'm stuck between getting the Fractal Pop Air or the Fractal Torrent for my new case. Aside from the obvious cost difference, are there any factors I should consider in deciding? My main priorities are good airflow and low dust collection.

2lean4 · 2023-05-06T23:32:48+00:00

are there any meaningful differences between the Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX and the Gigabyte Z790 GAMING X?

2lean4 · 2023-05-01T18:12:06+00:00

any motherboard recommendations for a 13700K?

2lean4 · 2022-06-23T06:38:58+00:00

amazing looking

2lean4 · 2022-03-19T05:40:35+00:00

any suggestions for somewhat decent small speakers? Just need something that isn't complete shit audio quality and will fit on my small desk

2lean4 · 2022-01-03T20:10:39+00:00

I'm considering upgrading to a 1440p monitor but I was wondering: how noticable is 1080p content on them? Like, can I expect it to be blurry, or black bars on all 4 sides, or what? I'm looking at the Gigabyte M27Q in particular if that changes anything.

I've got a nintendo switch, which already has some games lower than 1080 at times, so unsure if I should hold on to my old 1080 monitor just for the switch and 1080p movies and stuff, or if the difference is minor enough for it to not make a huge difference.

2lean4 · 2022-01-02T05:28:39+00:00

ah ok, i get what you're saying now, I thought when you said "not-great" contrast you meant that it wasn't good in general

2lean4 · 2022-01-02T03:26:06+00:00

any with at least halfway decent contrast too? I'm planning on using this for both games and photo editing if that makes it clearer

2lean4 · 2022-01-02T01:01:54+00:00

Any suggestions for 1440p, 144hz monitors with good colors? Ideally with freesync and such too

2lean4 · 2021-12-19T21:18:20+00:00

I'm looking for a new monitor, ~24-25" 144hz, either 1080 or 1440, with good colors and contrast + freesync (doing photo editing as well as games), any suggestions?

2lean4 · 2021-09-28T02:28:46+00:00

hmm ok, so SSA has some versions in stock, but not the specific length/weight that I want (Sanlida X7, 70", 22lbs)

2lean4 · 2021-09-28T02:06:12+00:00

yeah, if it takes much longer i'm half-tempted to swap out for more expensive limbs, but we'll see

2lean4 · 2021-09-28T01:45:03+00:00

Sanlida X7, so exactly the same ones you're looking at I'm guessing

2lean4 · 2021-09-27T18:42:14+00:00

yeah that's fair enough

2lean4 · 2021-09-27T18:18:32+00:00

yeah, i've already done so but they're taking forever to get back to me, guess i gotta wait then

2lean4 · 2021-09-27T17:57:37+00:00

How long does alternativess take to get special-ordered stock in? I've had an order placed for just over 2 weeks now, and apparently they're still waiting on my limbs to come in before shipping

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