What’s the Difference Between B550M Motherboard Models?
I'm shopping for a B550M motherboard and keep seeing models with names like Pro, Pro-VDH, and K. Are these versions meaningfully different, or are they mostly the same…
PCIe slots
Which PCIe slot should I use for a 2.5GbE card and a Wi‑Fi card?
I'm using Windows 11 Pro with an older motherboard and need a 2.5GbE network card for fast downloads plus a Wi‑Fi card for Wi‑Fi Direct printing. Neither card…
Will a TP-Link TX401 10GbE card fit and run properly in my B550 motherboard?
I'm upgrading to an internet connection capable of up to 10 Gbps, but my MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI only has 2.5GbE built in. I'm considering the…
Two Asus RX 9070 XT GPUs Aren’t Both Detected
I'm running a Ryzen 7 7800X3D on an Asus ProArt X870E-Creator WiFi motherboard with 64GB of DDR5-6000 memory and a Corsair RM1000x (2024) power supply. I previously used…
Which PCIe Slot Should Hold My GTX 1080 Ti and GTX 1080?
I'm planning to install both a GTX 1080 Ti and a GTX 1080 in the same motherboard. The top PCIe slot has better bandwidth than the lower slot,…
Why Can't My Second GPU Without External Power Be Detected?
I'm having trouble with my PC setup where my second GPU, which doesn't require external power, isn't being recognized in the BIOS. Here's my current configuration: - CPU:…
Need Advice: What GPU Should I Buy for My Old Server?
Hey everyone! I recently picked up a second-hand computer to set up my first home server, but I'm running into a problem: the system doesn't have integrated graphics.…
Should I install my sound card in the PCIe1 slot under my GPU or move it to the bottom PCIe slot on my motherboard?
I'm currently using a 5070 Ti graphics card and I'm trying to decide whether to install my sound card in the PCIe1 slot located directly under it or…
Need Help Setting Up My MSI Tomahawk with NVMe SSD and Dual GPUs
I've had my MSI Tomahawk motherboard for a few years now, and I recently bought a Samsung 990 PRO NVMe M.2 SSD since one of my hard drives…
Is a 5070 in a PCIe 3.0 x4 Slot Problematic?
I recently upgraded to a 5070 with 12GB memory, and while my gains seem fine, I've come across some discussions about PCIe slots that I hadn't considered before.…
Do I really need to use all 3 PCIe power connectors on my RX 9070 XT?
I have a Gigabyte RX 9070 XT OC with three 8-pin PCIe power connectors. I'm curious if I need to connect all three cables from my power supply…
Can I Connect Two GPUs When They're Blocking Each Other's PCIe Slots?
I ended up with a micro ATX motherboard in an ATX case because I didn't do enough research before purchasing my components. I also mistakenly bought a 4060…
Will a Noctua D15 interfere with my GPU installation?
I'm trying to install a Noctua DH-15 D-type CPU cooler on my Gigabyte B850 Aorus Elite WiFi 7 motherboard, and I'm running into some issues. I have an…
How Should I Arrange My PCIe Devices on an ASUS B450-F Motherboard?
I'm working with an ASUS B450-F motherboard and I'm not sure which PCIe devices to install in which slots. The slots are arranged like this from top to…