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I really want a NUC for an HTPC / In home streaming box

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Sounds like something is overheating, and the most likely cause of overheating is dust build up, open the case up and give it a good clean with compressed air

A user in the company I work at has a strange problem where the computer behaves very sluggishly when it is connected to the network. The user is running Windows XP, when connected to the network, it will take 2-3 minutes to launch programs like Excel or Open Office. If I disable the network adapter, the program launches instantly. I tried disabling the onboard NIC and installed a separate Intel Gigabit NIC in the PCI-E slot, same problem occurs. Tried doing research on this topic and couldn't dig anything up. Any input would be appreciated

It does not, And I've also tried using a different power plug from the PSU

I hope someone has an idea what is happening! My 2TB secondary hard drive keeps disappearing, I have to turn the computer off, unplug and replug the sata cable for the drive to come back. Things I've tried (feels like I've tried everything) -Different Sata Port -Different Sata Cable -Different Hard Drive -Updated the BIOS -Updated all MOBO drivers When the hard drive disappears, it does not appear in the BIOS. Faulty Motherboard maybe? I guess that's the only variable left. Currently Running Windows 8.1 Basic Specs: Gigabyte Z77n-Wifi motherboard i5 3570k GTX 780 8gb RAM 128gb Samsung 830 SSD 2TB WD RED I might consider even running Windows 7 before I start an RMA...

Prime 95 puts my CPU at 70-75 degrees My GTX780 uses GPU 2.0 and I told it to not go over 80 so that's what it hits when I'm using Unigine Heaven Benchmark maxed at around 45-55 FPS

I left the rear 80/92mm exhaust empty for now, I am hoping I can somehow mount an AIO watercooler in that spot, so more planning is in order If the back of the case has enough room, you can definitely get away with a non modular power supply as you just pull everything to the back and route what you need back to the front. Thanks for the nice comments everyone

I’ve decided to join the small form factor craze and rebuild existing machine using the Cubitek Mini Cube case with a few upgrades. Parts from my old build: Intel Core i5 3570K Kingston HyperX Blu 2X4 GB Corsair TX750 Power Supply Samsung 830 128gb SSD Seagate Barracuda 2TB HDD New Parts: Galaxy Gefore GTX 780 Reference (Replacing my PNY GTX 560 ti) Gigabyte Z77N-WIFI mITX motherboard Noctua NF-P12 fans x2 Gelid Low profile heatsink Fiio Olympus E10 (Replacing my Asus Xonar DX soundcard, only one PCI-E slot) Cubitek Mini Cube case New Parts: New case vs old case (Corsair 500r) LOVE how the reference cooler looks First time I’ve seen a mITX motherboard in person, it’s so funny how tiny it is I really should have invested in a modular power supply...thankfully the case closed The inside, at least this side is clean It glows! Everything all set up and ready to go Conclusion: SFF builds are really neat, and suits me personally, I consider myself a light enthusist, I love building PCs but not interested in SLI/Crossfire, or massive overclocking. I’ve actually haven’t tried overclocking this PC yet because I’m worried about temps, but the GTX 780 should eat up any frames I would have lost by running stock. Not going to lie, this was a very rage inducing build, you have to plan SFF builds very carefully, the order you put everything together is very crucial or you’ll spend a lot of time taking everything apart (Example,I had to put in the 4 pin power to the mobo BEFORE you screw it into the case). Also, SFF builds are all about compromises, it’s not for people who want the best of everything. Airflow is poor, you’re going to have to either give up on overclocking or go with a minimum. I had to go with a refrence cooler on the GTX 780 for the same reason (So the heat exhaust out the back of the case, but the beautiful cooler design makes up for it). Future upgrades: 2x8gb Ram (When ram isn’t insanely expensive) A quiet, modular power supply (Maybe the RM650) If possible, somehow mod a small AIO watercooling unit like the H60, to fit the 80/92mm exhaust in the back.. Hope you enjoyed this simple build log.

If it voids the warranty, I would avoid the solution. Either way, you should return it. After that, you can decide to pick up a GTX 780 or a 290 with a non reference cooler, those might not come out until January though

Hello Everyone, I have a new build right now inside the MITX case, the Cubitek Mini Cube. I am looking to upgrade my old GTX 560 ti to either a GTX 780, or an R9 290 non reference (whenever it comes out). My feelings for the situation is that I like the R9 290 for it's price and performance, but I don't know if that card is suitable for SFF build, as I want to limit heat and noise as much as possible, even with non reference coolers. The GTX 780's advantage is obviously low noise and low heat. Attached is a picture of the inside, you can see why I want to limit heat output Thanks!