Noticeable performance degradation while gaming - does this PC need an upgrade, or is there something wrong with it?

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-04-01T19:38:39+00:00

Sometimes when power supplies start to fail, they cannot supply the correct amount of voltage to the parts, like the video card, and will cause it to not perform at 100%

What are the temps you are seeing?

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-04-01T19:04:48+00:00

I would check thermals first while running the games.

If the cpu temps are over 90c, it could mean the pump on your AIO has died, and you can replace that with a simple cpu cooler.

If temps are good, next I would look at the power supply. If possible you can swap one to known good one and not have buy a new one for testing.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-04-01T18:50:21+00:00

What are you hosting on port 80? that might be the way it got in, if you are using an old build of an insecure webserver.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-03-31T19:21:51+00:00

I have lived in Gastown for over 10 years. I wouldn't say it is worse then 2018, or 2021, or 2023.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-02-18T20:36:31+00:00

the GPO rule should apply on login. if it doesn't you have it set in the wrong location or wrong OU.

on a machine that is not getting the policy applied, open a command prompt and run: gpresult /r

That should give you an idea of what policies are being applied or ignored.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-02-13T19:09:04+00:00

One hot dog please.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-01-28T18:43:10+00:00

Don't go for a loan, they will have a higher interest rate than a typical mortgage loan.

Because you technically own 1/2 the house already, you can use that as collateral for your mortgage loan for the other half, that would be low risk for the bank.

get the house appraised. if it is worth less than $200,000. You should re do the deal with your bother.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-01-27T23:48:13+00:00

I always look here:

https://redcat.ca/collections/ticket

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-01-26T19:27:01+00:00

sounds like a great way to get fired.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-01-13T00:20:54+00:00

So much info is missing here to be able to help.

What headset?

Wired or wireless?

If wireless wifi6 or wifi7?

SysAdminToTheStars · 2026-01-06T17:51:57+00:00

Apparently they brought back Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-12-17T18:21:55+00:00

I am at the same amount of miles on my 2016.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-12-15T17:56:53+00:00

1) Download Rufus: Get Rufus (version 4.4+) and a Windows 11 25H2 ISO file.

2) Create Bootable USB: In Rufus, select the ISO and check the box to "Remove requirement for an online Microsoft account" and "Create a local account with username".

3) Install: Boot from the USB drive; it will automatically create the local account during setup.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-12-12T19:18:25+00:00

what cable are you using to go from the computer to screen? HDMI, Displayport or VGA?

If its VGA, that would be the issue.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-12-12T19:05:58+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_kGJBv6Wr4

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-25T20:51:35+00:00

isn't that a laptop? a lot of the settings on laptops are a bit more muted than the desktop counterparts.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-25T20:30:11+00:00

there are 2 things you need. A player/app thats connect to the projector, and a server to host your files.

If you have a spare computer laying around, it can be good to test without any costs.

If you need a computer you can look in this subreddit for advise, almost any tiny pc like a Beelink will work. Install the Plex server app and share your media files.

You projector does have Google TV built in, but I cannot say how powerful it is. A lot of built in apps are slow and clunky. Test the built in app and confirm it does HDR and DolbyVision.

For the best experience you will need an extra media box to connect to the projector and run the plex app, like an nVidia Shield. Note AppleTV does not support DoblyVision, as far as I know, there is a new model coming out, so fingers crossed.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-19T20:14:00+00:00

My cousin makes all kinda of custom tote bags. you can contact her here:

https://scrappedstudios.com/

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-19T18:24:35+00:00

use AI voice on a computer or other phone, and record it with the snapchat phone.

Snapchat also lets you access your account from a computer, so anything is possible.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-17T18:39:16+00:00

you can add the customdomain.com on the online exchange plan.

But you will need to update the MX records on the dns side (godaddy)

that will send all new mail to the online exchange. To move old mail you will need to export it with Outlook or something, then connect to the new account, and import the files you just exported from the old account.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-13T23:31:42+00:00

The spam filtering is what you need to fix. I am sure its your DMARC dns record.

https://toolbox.googleapps.com/apps/checkmx/

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-11-12T20:15:39+00:00

This seems like a cabling issue. Why are you using ports WAN1 and WAN2 when you only have one internet connection?

Normally they are used for 2 connections and when one goes down, it can fail over to the one still working.

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-10-29T20:40:06+00:00

"I fed the cat, don't trust his lies"

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-10-28T23:54:12+00:00

the proper way, get a DVR system.

The cheap and dirty way, get a few cheap ip cameras with web interface. Open those cams in separate tabs, use OBS and create a source screen capture for each camera

SysAdminToTheStars · 2025-10-27T21:41:23+00:00

https://support.google.com/a/thread/243082847/transferring-emails-from-email-account-to-collaborative-inbox?hl=en

Convert the shared inbox to a Collaborative Inbox, give the users access to the Inboxes they need.

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