Even if you are just thinking about building your own PC or adding new hardware, this is where to look for expert advice. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:58:46 +0000 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:58:46 +0000 Computer Help Forums - Online PC Help https://computerhelpforums.com/forums/new-build-and-or-new-hardware.30/ Tue, 06 May 2025 13:08:11 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build.55097/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build.55097/ invalid@example.com (ghostman1) ghostman1 3 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:48:58 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/asrock-a520m-gaming-not-booting-to-bios.55072/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/asrock-a520m-gaming-not-booting-to-bios.55072/ invalid@example.com (pads) pads Not yet loaded windows as cannot get that far.
I switch on, press power button and lights come on, fans run but that is all.
I have no additional boards installed, and even removed the USB connections.
I have tried both HDMI and DP video out.
Items installed are -

• A520M Phantom Gaming 4 motherboard
• 500W GameMax RPG Rampage 80 Plus Bronze PSU...

ASRock A520M Gaming - not booting to bios]]> 5 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:24:09 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/desktop-build-and-fan-optimization.55047/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/desktop-build-and-fan-optimization.55047/ invalid@example.com (PhantomFalcon1000) PhantomFalcon1000
Case: Okinos Cyprus 7 {18.74"D x 8.66"W x 19.13"H}
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 8600G
GPU: ASRock Challenger Graphics Card AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
Motherboard:...

Desktop Build and Fan Optimization]]> 1 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 22:48:48 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build-help-please.54950/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build-help-please.54950/ invalid@example.com (Build1227) Build1227
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 8-Core 5800X

CPU Cooler: Corsair iCue H150i Elite Capellix XT RGB

Motherboard: Gigabyte B550 Vision D-P

RAM: Corsair Vengeance RGB PRO 16 GB 3600 MHz ×2

GPU: PNY GeForce RTX 4080 VERTO 16GB GDDR6X PCIe 4.0

Storage: Corsair MP600 Gen4 PCIe 2 TB M.2 NVMe SSD

PSU: Corsair RM850x

Helping my son with his first build:
Well, got it put together. The standing problem is the pc will not stay on, it shuts down about 25 seconds into start...

New build help please]]> 4 Sat, 07 May 2022 15:21:35 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build-not-working-please-help.54614/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-build-not-working-please-help.54614/ invalid@example.com (Steven Sullivan) Steven Sullivan


-checked wiring,...

New build not working please help!!!]]> 2 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:59:39 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/need-some-help-with-a-new-build.54595/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/need-some-help-with-a-new-build.54595/ invalid@example.com (Jmartin) Jmartin XFX Rx 560
Ryzen 5 1600
Asrock b450m-hdv r4.0
Aresgame 500w power supply
Xpg gammix d20 8gbx2 3200mhz ram Silicon power 512 pcie gen 3 ssd. Cooler master masterbox q300L
I built the whole thing, I plugged in all the cables, I turned it on, the fans are running, but there is no HDMI signal. The monitor just says "no HDMI signal from your device"
I've already tested the monitor and the HDMI cable, those aren't the...

Need some help with a new build]]> 20 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 09:36:28 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/need-some-advice-about-nvidia-rtx-on-my-system.54488/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/need-some-advice-about-nvidia-rtx-on-my-system.54488/ invalid@example.com (jacy) jacy OS Name Microsoft Windows 10 Enterprise
Version 10.0.19043 Build 19043
Other OS Description Not Available
OS Manufacturer Microsoft Corporation
System Name
System Manufacturer MSI
System Model MS-7693
System Type x64-based...

need some advice about nvidia rtx on my system]]> 2 Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:27:27 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/del-g7-15-2nd-hard-drive.54362/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/del-g7-15-2nd-hard-drive.54362/ invalid@example.com (Shaughn Anderson) Shaughn Anderson
As for my question its a bit broad. I own a del G7 15 and when I bought it I was told there was a space for a 2nd hard drive. I have mostly been ok just using the one built in but its solid state and very small (in particular if I download a video game to the hard drive it will be mostly full till I finish playing that). I wanted to get some expert opinions on what to get for a 2nd hard drive and how to install and connect it. Again mostly all I want from this...

Del G7 15 2nd hard drive]]> 8 Tue, 11 May 2021 16:05:07 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/advice-suggestions-for-new-video-editing-pc.54309/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/advice-suggestions-for-new-video-editing-pc.54309/ invalid@example.com (desktop) desktop


I know there's a graphic card shortage out there, so I had ordered a CyberPower pre-built PC. Unfortunately it came with a really crappy mobo in it and...

Advice Suggestions for New Video Editing PC]]> 52 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:37:43 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-built-pc-wont-post-or-do-much-of-anything.54075/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-built-pc-wont-post-or-do-much-of-anything.54075/ invalid@example.com (Joseph Bittick) Joseph Bittick ASRock B450 Pro4
Radeon RX 570 8GB
AMD Ryzen 5 3600xt
8x2 GB corsair ddr4 3000mhz RAM
EVGA 600B PSU

Problem being, I turn the computer on, all the fans spin, including CPU and sometimes GPU, but it runs for 30 seconds, no image on a screen, then turns off for 3-4 seconds,...

New built pc wont post or do much of anything]]> 19 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:13:09 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/still-no-video-after-installing-cpu-in-second-mb.53715/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/still-no-video-after-installing-cpu-in-second-mb.53715/ invalid@example.com (computerchris) computerchris
My first build:
MB: Asus P5K-VM
CPU: Core 2 Quad Q6600
PSU: 465W
RAM: Kingston ValueRAM 1 GB 667MHz DDR2 DIMM
Fans: cpu and rear case
Power switch and speaker are only cables from front that are attached.

Second build:
MB: Asus P5KPL-CM
Everything else as above.

Monitor: Samsung SyncMaster 2243swx; VGA input; otherwise works fine.

Any advice would be appreciated....

Still no video after installing cpu in second mb.]]> 7 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 00:26:17 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/post-your-completed-builds.53704/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/post-your-completed-builds.53704/ invalid@example.com (8_Ball) 8_Ball
Post your Completed Builds]]> Sat, 17 Aug 2019 23:54:25 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/first-time-pc-buyer-low-fps.51442/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/first-time-pc-buyer-low-fps.51442/ invalid@example.com (Papa.EnG) Papa.EnG 4 Fri, 04 Jan 2019 17:12:36 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/upgrade-help.53438/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/upgrade-help.53438/ invalid@example.com (THOMAS1989) THOMAS1989 I want to upgrade the cpu and the graphics card ,I need some suggestions on what to do,
my budget is around $300 if possible.I want to be able to play some games like call of duty ww2
any help is appreciated.thanks]]> 5 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:57:49 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/motherboard-fan-header-question.53375/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/motherboard-fan-header-question.53375/ invalid@example.com (liberty610) liberty610
I have a couple of questions regarding the fan headers on my motherboard. Mostly, I am looking for clarification on a couple things. Before I begin, here is my build details via PC Parts Picker's website:

https://pcpartpicker.com/builds/edit/?userbuild=BqHhP6

I have the Gigabyte x399 Aorus Gaming 7 motherboard, and I am using the NZXT Kraken x62 AIO cooler for my Threadripper CPU.

On the board, I know that the system fans are for things like case fans, and the CPU fan...

Motherboard fan header question...]]> 2 Tue, 07 Aug 2018 02:19:47 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/plugging-antec-mini-p180-computer-case-to-asrock-n68c-gs4-fx-motherboard.53229/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/plugging-antec-mini-p180-computer-case-to-asrock-n68c-gs4-fx-motherboard.53229/ invalid@example.com (Happygoluffy) Happygoluffy I Just received a new motherboard and a new computer case. The components are all installed in the case. The only part of the installation missing is plugging in the wires from the case to the motherboard.
The plugs are
-HD Audio,
-AC 97,
-HDD Led,
-Power Led,
-VCC1
-VCC2
-Reset SW,
-Power. SW]]> 4 Tue, 31 Jul 2018 01:04:31 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/replacement-motherboard.53222/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/replacement-motherboard.53222/ invalid@example.com (Dick D Irwin) Dick D Irwin
Would like to upgrade to a Win. 10 motherboard and still use the same parts now installed on
the win 7 board.

AMD FX-6300 Vishera 6-Core 3.5 GHz Socket AM3+ 95W FD6300WMHKBOX Desktop Processor

G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)

GPU - GTX 750ti

Seagate 600 Series 2.5" 240GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Western Digital Blue WD5000AAKS...

Replacement Motherboard]]> 5 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 17:16:19 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/installing-a-2nd-hdd-with-a-different-windows-os-on-it.52538/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/installing-a-2nd-hdd-with-a-different-windows-os-on-it.52538/ invalid@example.com (timh1111) timh1111 3 Tue, 19 Dec 2017 05:17:07 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-ryzen-windows7-build.51491/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/new-ryzen-windows7-build.51491/ invalid@example.com (DSTM (Dougie)) DSTM (Dougie) After reading so many negative posts on the net,about trying to install Windows7 on a Ryzen processor, I decided to take the challenge. I read there was an issue also with Windows Updates.
Needed a patch for updates to install. (Wrong)
I sourced compatible Drivers with success. Device Manager proved that.
All Windows 7 Updates installed without any issues, and quite fast.
Fully boots in 20 seconds, shuts down in 2.5 seconds, so happy with that.
The speed to load...

New Ryzen - Windows7 Build.]]> 5 Fri, 13 Oct 2017 09:27:18 +0000 https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/finding-a-sound-card.51056/ https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/finding-a-sound-card.51056/ invalid@example.com (petespc) petespc
This is my current mother board.

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/B85-G43-GAMING.html#hero-overview

I am not to keeen on spending 200+ dollars.
I am considering something like this
https://www.pccasegear.com/products/35148/asus-strix-soar-7-1-pci-e-gaming-sound-card


Thank you]]> 2