What drivers and software should I install after a fresh Windows 11 setup?
I've just formatted my custom-built gaming PC and am preparing to install Windows 11 from scratch. It's been a while since I last performed a clean installation, so…
chipset drivers
Why is my Ryzen 5 5600X3D performing so poorly after a CPU and GPU upgrade?
I replaced my Ryzen 7 3700X with a Ryzen 5 5600X3D and also upgraded my graphics card to an RX 9070. Since then, CS2 performance has been much…
Why Do All My USB Ports Randomly Disconnect at Once?
All of the USB ports on my computer—two on the front and two on the back—randomly stop working at the same time. This happens while gaming and sometimes…
Should I Download B850 Chipset Drivers from AMD or My Motherboard Manufacturer?
I'm setting up a motherboard with AMD's B850 chipset and want to install the correct chipset drivers. Should I download them directly from AMD, or use the drivers…
Should I Download B850 Chipset Drivers from AMD or My Motherboard Manufacturer?
I'm setting up a motherboard with AMD's B850 chipset and want to install the correct chipset drivers. Should I download them directly from AMD, or use the support…
No onboard audio after upgrading from a Ryzen 5 3600X to a Ryzen 7 5800X
I recently replaced my Ryzen 5 3600X with a Ryzen 7 5800X, and since then Windows no longer detects my headphones or speakers. In Device Manager, the only…
Windows Search Opens as a Black Window After BIOS and Chipset Updates
After a crash in Ghost Recon Wildlands caused some media-related problems, I updated my BIOS and chipset drivers. Most things are working normally, but Windows Search now behaves…
Windows Search Opens to a Black Window After BIOS and Chipset Updates
After a crash in Ghost Recon Wildlands caused some media-related problems, I updated my BIOS and chipset drivers as suggested. Since then, Windows Search has started behaving strangely.…
Do I need a fresh Windows install after replacing my CPU and motherboard?
I upgraded from an Intel Core i7-12700KF with an MSI B660M Mortar WiFi motherboard to a Core Ultra 5 250KF with an MSI B860M Mortar WiFi motherboard. Both…
Do I need to enable my Intel CPU’s integrated graphics to update drivers?
I'm trying to play Cyberpunk with an Intel Core i5-13600K, Radeon RX 7900 XTX, ASRock B760M PG Riptide, 32GB DDR5-6000, and a 2TB SSD. The game launcher warns…
Do I need to enable my Intel CPU’s integrated graphics to update drivers?
I'm trying to play Cyberpunk with an Intel Core i5-13600K, Radeon RX 7900 XTX, ASRock B760M PG Riptide, 32GB DDR5-6000, and a 2TB SSD. The game launcher warns…
Where Should I Download Chipset Drivers: From MSI or AMD?
I've been doing some digging into where to download chipset drivers and I'm seeing mixed advice. Some say I should get them from the motherboard manufacturer's site (like…
Is a Fresh Windows Install Necessary When Upgrading to a 9800X3D?
Hey everyone! I'm about to upgrade my CPU from a 7700x to a 9800X3D this Friday, along with a new CPU cooler. I've been doing some research, but…
Help Needed to Set Up My 9800X3D Properly
I've recently upgraded to the AM5 platform, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. It seems like things have become a lot more complicated compared to my earlier experiences…
How do I install Windows 11 on my new Asus FA506NC laptop?
I just got a new Asus FA506NC laptop that doesn't have an OS installed yet. When I access the BIOS utility, I noticed it only provides an AMD…
Why Aren't My Motherboard's USB Ports Working in Windows?
I recently installed a new ASUS X870 F motherboard and tried to set up Windows 11. Unfortunately, none of the USB ports functioned during the installation, including my…
Why Aren't My Motherboard's USB Ports Working in Windows?
I recently installed a new ASUS x870 f motherboard and tried to set up Windows 11. However, none of the USB ports worked during the installation, and my…
Moving My SSD to a New Build Without Losing Data – How To?
I've been using an NVMe SSD for a while now, and I want to transfer it to a completely new computer build. What should I do to ensure…
Do I need to download drivers for my motherboard?
Hey everyone! I'm pretty new to this stuff and I recently launched a game that said it was "not responding." I'm wondering if this issue is related to…
Advice for Switching from Intel to AMD for the First Time
Hey everyone! I recently made the switch from an Intel Z790 with a 13600K to an AMD B850 with a 9800X3D. Since I'm new to AMD, I'm looking…