A place to discuss all things PC, from hardware to software and everything in between. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:55:22 +0000 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:55:22 +0000 DLP https://forums.darklordpotter.net/forums/pc-discussion.135/ Sun, 27 Mar 2022 15:21:08 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/system-spec-thread.473/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/system-spec-thread.473/ invalid@example.com (Midknight) Midknight
Ignore what my banner says, if you post a review here, please be sure to include your general system specs plz, so we know what performance to expect.
Had a nice update

-Intel P4 2.66ghz in a Intel 865PE mobo
-1GB of DDR RAM PC3200
-Nvidia 6800 128mb AGP with pipes unlocked, OC'd to 380/800 core/mem
-SoundBlaster Audigy 2 ZS
-Microsoft XP SP 2 Pro Corporate
-1x DVD-Rom drive ,1x 52x CDRW drive
-8 80 mm fans controlled by a LCD fan...

System spec thread]]> 429 Sat, 23 Oct 2021 05:51:36 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/laptop-attachments.40269/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/laptop-attachments.40269/ invalid@example.com (Erotic Adventures of S) Erotic Adventures of S
Or does anyone have an option on if these are quality?

This honestly looks like a life saver while On the road.

https://www.thexebec.com/]]> 9 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 20:52:39 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/biden-bucks-gaming-pc.39945/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/biden-bucks-gaming-pc.39945/ invalid@example.com (Arthellion) Arthellion
Looking for a desktop that's under 1600, but has ray tracing. Not really able to build my own at the time, so any suggestions for vendors or options would be appreciated.

Thoughts?]]> 2 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 04:02:59 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/rig-for-my-sister-please-give-feedback.39932/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/rig-for-my-sister-please-give-feedback.39932/ invalid@example.com (Knightwing) Knightwing https://pcpartpicker.com/list/LVr3kX
Here's the link.
Specs are:
Ryzen 5 3600
MasterLiquid Lite 240 mil AIO
ROG Strix B450-F
Silicon Power XPOWER Turbine RGB Ram @3600mhz CL18
Samsung 850 EVO 500 GB
EVGA GTX 1060 6GB
Corsair 275R
EVGA B5 550

I chose the 3600 because of the good performance, and it's $100 cheaper than the 5600. The AIO was cheap enough, from a good brand, and probably overkill. I love the look of the B450-F, so it got...

Rig for my sister, please give feedback.]]> 9 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 01:35:15 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/spell-check.39774/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/spell-check.39774/ invalid@example.com (Erotic Adventures of S) Erotic Adventures of S
Word will suggest the wrong word, not give the right one even as an option, and fix grammar that isn't wrong.

I'll copy from word into gmail, and that has to fix it into what is correct.

I find it amazing Word after all there years is so shit at a basic spell check.]]> 4 Sat, 11 Jul 2020 20:33:47 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/what-is-your-mouse-speed.39405/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/what-is-your-mouse-speed.39405/ invalid@example.com (Microwave) Microwave
I have my DPI set to 8000. I can't stand anything much lower anymore. It feels strange to have to move my wrist more than 2cm when I'm using my computer. Not a huge gamer, though.]]> 25 Fri, 29 May 2020 00:03:54 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/what-type-of-person-are-you.39393/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/what-type-of-person-are-you.39393/ invalid@example.com (Jon) Jon
Ha. Ha. Ha.

What type of keyboard do you use? Do you prefer membrane keyboards or mechanical? Are you an basic MX-Bitch or are you a bit more exotic?

Me? I'm currently maining a weird keyboard I bought 3 years ago called the Razor Ornata. It's a weird mesh of a mechanical tactile key with a cushion underneath from the membrane. It's fairly pleasant to type on, but there is a sense of fatigue that begins to form after a few hours.

Prior to this one I was using a Das Model S...

What TYPE of person are you?]]> 36 Thu, 05 Mar 2020 10:18:18 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/in-search-of-a-new-video-card.39177/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/in-search-of-a-new-video-card.39177/ invalid@example.com (Anarchy) Anarchy
In search of a new video card]]> Mon, 13 May 2019 16:44:23 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/looking-for-advice-on-building-a-home-network-server.35030/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/looking-for-advice-on-building-a-home-network-server.35030/ invalid@example.com (bob eddy) bob eddy
What I'm going to use it for: to back up my other computers (with some kind of network attached storage? My wife does photography so she fills up her computers hard drive frequently), to stream movies from something like Netflix to my tv, and possible a tv tuner.

I have a couple of old laptops that I think I can scavenge most...

Looking for advice on building a home network/server]]> 5 Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:37:40 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/antivirus-recommendations.38298/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/antivirus-recommendations.38298/ invalid@example.com (Warlocke) Warlocke
Does anyone have any recommendations under $50 (since that's what Avast is trying to squeeze out of me)? FYI: I'm running Win7 64.


I'd show Avast a bit more loyalty but, frankly, I don't like some of their shady business practices.]]> 13 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 08:24:41 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/help-me-decide-on-a-mobo.38300/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/help-me-decide-on-a-mobo.38300/ invalid@example.com (Joe's Nemesis) Joe's Nemesis
CPU: Intel -...

Help Me Decide on a MOBO]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:11:57 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-laptop-processor.38125/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-laptop-processor.38125/ invalid@example.com (Seratin) Seratin
My current laptop has a Pentium N3700 processor and it runs CK2 okayish, pretty laggy tbh. My question is, my new laptop will will have a Ryzen 3 2200u processor so will I notice any difference in performance?]]> 2 Mon, 03 Sep 2018 17:33:46 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/pc-upgrade-questions-graphics-card-really.37914/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/pc-upgrade-questions-graphics-card-really.37914/ invalid@example.com (Innomine) Innomine
However, the biggest limiting factor I'm starting to have is my Graphics Card, though I probably need to upgrade my ram as well. I really don't game that much anymore, mostly I just play DOTA 2, for which this rig is more than sufficient. However, I wouldn't mind...

PC upgrade questions (Graphics Card really)]]> 8 Tue, 26 Dec 2017 19:44:07 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-computer-build.37532/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-computer-build.37532/ invalid@example.com (Ched) Ched
CPU: Ryzen 1600X
MoBo: MSI X370 Krait Gaming
GPU: ASUS 1070 Ti

Thing is, the Ryzen 1600X doesn't come with a CPU cooler. But I've been reading a ton of reviews about coolers trying to pick one and a LOT of the time people are complaining about them not fitting well, or needing to be manually fixed to fit, or having to order a separate part (like for the Hyper 212 Evo) to get things in place.

Anyone have a...

New Computer Build]]> 4 Sun, 24 Dec 2017 15:03:23 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/computers-stopped-recognizing-my-external-hd.37543/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/computers-stopped-recognizing-my-external-hd.37543/ invalid@example.com (Invictus) Invictus 4 Sat, 02 Sep 2017 19:59:51 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/clean-install-of-windows-looking-for-software-advice.33685/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/clean-install-of-windows-looking-for-software-advice.33685/ invalid@example.com (Another Empty Frame) Another Empty Frame
I'm on a tight budget so I'm hoping for free software here.

What do I want to install for virus protection? for the health of the computer?

For media playing I plan on using VLC, in the last few years has a better program for video playback come...

Clean install of Windows, looking for software advice]]> 24 Sat, 02 Sep 2017 19:56:31 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/gtx-1080-price-dropping-hard.35616/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/gtx-1080-price-dropping-hard.35616/ invalid@example.com (Krieger) Krieger
Now I am debating on whether to get the 1080 (in a couple months when its dropped even more) or the new ti/vega once some benchmarks have been released.

Honestly the 1080 would be overkill for my needs, but I figure if I'm going to spend that much I might as well spend a little more and get...

Gtx 1080 price dropping hard]]> 9 Wed, 16 Aug 2017 22:06:43 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/im-creating-an-hp-rpg-and-need-ideas.36678/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/im-creating-an-hp-rpg-and-need-ideas.36678/ invalid@example.com (Anarchy) Anarchy
Anyways, long story short, RPG Maker is essentially a jRPG building tool, it's pretty simple to use. The goal I have is to have it...

I'm creating an HP RPG and need ideas.]]> 55 Wed, 16 Aug 2017 15:18:51 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/keyboard-recommendations.37049/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/keyboard-recommendations.37049/ invalid@example.com (Xepheria) Xepheria
What are you guys using, and do you have any recommendations? Would prefer something mechanical, with quieter switches than the widow so I don't disturb everyone in the house.]]> 11 Sat, 13 May 2017 12:53:30 +0000 https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-build.36353/ https://forums.darklordpotter.net/threads/new-build.36353/ invalid@example.com (Ched) Ched
I've been using my current rig since Feb 2011. In that time I've only replaced the GPU once (to a GTX 580) and the hard drives (to a 250 gb SSD and a 4 tb storage drive). Still running a AMD x4 965 BE.

The rig above still does everything it needs...

New Build]]> 8