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Yes I am running Windows 10 Home. Thanks for the help. I just found a good tutorial on youtube. It looks pretty simple.

My current storage drive is a 860 EVO SSD Sata III 1TB. I recently ordered the 2TB version of the same drive to add as storage. I build and upgrade my own computers, but I've never actually added a second storage drive. Is it as simple as plugging in the sata and power cables? Or, is there...

Ok here is another question. My case has no parts that aren't painted/ coated. Any advice for that situation?

Well, I ran into a little issue when I clicked on the link you provided. Here is what it says: You’ve been routed to this page because the operating system you’re using won’t support the Windows 10 media creation tool and we want to make sure you can download Windows 10. To use the media...

Ok cool thanks. I will do that. So, does the usb key I use need to be completely empty except for Windows 10, or can it have other stuff on it?

I see that most people buy the OEM version and download to a usb key on a different computer for their installs on a new build. While that sounds easy enough, I think I would prefer the retail version for an extra $20. That way I would have full Microsoft tech support if needed. But, are there...

Yeah, I wouldn't just assume that anybody on YouTube knows what they are doing. But, I've just seen some seemingly experienced people doing this and was curious if my concerns were unwarranted. I work with explosives, so I am actually pretty experienced with ESD precautions. Sometimes even...

While waiting for the parts for my new build to arrive, I have been watching quite a few build videos. One thing I have noticed is that there are a lot of people handling there hardware with no visible protection against ESD(electrostatic discharge). Some will have a wrist strap, but many do...

Hello. I have ordered all the parts for my new build, and was wondering if I should add any fans to the case before I build it. The case is a Fractal Design Define R6, and it comes with two 140mm front intakes and one 140mm rear exhaust. Is that sufficient for the the build linked below...

Here is a question I posted in the PSU forum, but haven't received any answers since that forum is pretty dead. I figured I should probably just ask over here, since it has to do with this build. See link below for the build I have pretty much decided on. The parts actually purchased so far are...

Hello. See link for the build. PCpartpicker says it needs 469w. How much headroom should I have? Would a 650w be plenty, or should I go with 750w? Also, are there any disadvantages of going with the 750w if it isn't needed? Besides price, of course. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bDr26s...

I live in California. We used to have one in Santa Clara, which is only 45 min away, but it closed. Now the closest one is like six hours away. That sucks because they have some great deals, but most are in-store only.

I just figured 1080ti would be overkill. But, it would last a bit longer before needing an upgrade. Also, if I did get a 1080ti, would the 650w psu still be plenty? Or, would I need to change it to a 750w?

Hi thanks for the suggestions. The 8700k may be a better idea, since it isn't much more money. The reason I had selected a Z370 was for higher RAM speeds. I figured 1080ti would be overkill since I will be gaming at 1080p and possibly 1440p. What about the cooler? Would something like a Cryorig...

Hello. I am about to build a new PC, and am looking for any last minute advice before I start purchasing parts. Thanks in advance! This is the build: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/HsQrq4 1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing. Mainly gaming and...