Motherboards don't have an operating system (e.g. Windows XP, Linux, Mac OS, etc.). They have something similar though, a BIOS. There's also CMOS, though I vaguely recall what CMOS is. Either way, I don't know what this motherboard has. However, if I'm to get the 2560x1600 resolution that I want, I'm not only going to have to upgrade the motherboard, but also a lot of other things, since my video card doesn't support 2560x1600. It'll be a long while before that happens though.
When a program gets into an infinite loop (due to a bug), that program will bring a single core computer to a dead crawl where it can take 5+ minutes to shut that program down (and in the worst case, having to use the reset button because nothing responds). With dual core, it only hogs 1 core, leaving the other available to shut that program down, handy for programming. I don't have an anti-static wrist strap. The big case is so I had more room for for the extra wires, enhancing air flow.
Price, in that case, was and still is the limiting factor. Besides, I almost never have more than 1 high CPU usage tasks going on. It's either video processing, virus definition updates (for antivirus programs), games (very rare outside my own - I play games on consoles, not the computer), and recording videos of the games I play. These, except when antivirus updates are involved, are otherwise never done simultaneously. Sure I may be processing videos, I'll also be typing, not demanding.
Just touching a piece of metal isn't going to do anything. Your PSU is just sitting on the floor. It isn't grounded to anything. It is very simple physics.
Best thing to do is have your PSU in the case and plugged in (obviously don't plug things in to the PSU yet) while you're working, and touch it to keep yourself grounded.
Just touching the case as you're working with it helps too - that way at least you have a common ground while you work with it. (not the same as touching the PSU!!)
I still actively touched the case. Before I worked with my computer, I touched both the power supply (while it was still plugged in, though the switch in the back was at the 0 position), and the case. While working with the components, I was actively touching the case. I was told that the power supply was just as effective, but I wasn't told about its state (plugged in or not) having an effect. Keep in mind that I'm not an expert. I'm about a 3 to 3.5 on a 1 to 5 scale with 5 as master.
If that accomplishes nothing, then what use would one of those antistatic straps have (I don't have one of those)? Just touch any metallic object to discharge static and you should be fine.
I knew that, however, you're basically stating that touching the power supply is not as good as clipping the antistatic strap to some metal. Either that, or I'm confused. I'm no expert in this, I just have the know-how on how to do it.
what operating system is on that motherboard?
metroidred234 1 year ago
Motherboards don't have an operating system (e.g. Windows XP, Linux, Mac OS, etc.). They have something similar though, a BIOS. There's also CMOS, though I vaguely recall what CMOS is. Either way, I don't know what this motherboard has. However, if I'm to get the 2560x1600 resolution that I want, I'm not only going to have to upgrade the motherboard, but also a lot of other things, since my video card doesn't support 2560x1600. It'll be a long while before that happens though.
ulillillia 1 year ago
Some things got my curiosity peaked.
Why did you opt for a dual core?
Why not simply get an anti-static wrist strap?
Why opt for the relatively super huge case?
Pokercountry 2 years ago
When a program gets into an infinite loop (due to a bug), that program will bring a single core computer to a dead crawl where it can take 5+ minutes to shut that program down (and in the worst case, having to use the reset button because nothing responds). With dual core, it only hogs 1 core, leaving the other available to shut that program down, handy for programming. I don't have an anti-static wrist strap. The big case is so I had more room for for the extra wires, enhancing air flow.
ulillillia 2 years ago
@ulillillia
Oh I guess I wasn't clear on one of my questions.
Why did you opt for a dual core over a quad core?
Anti-static wristbands are like 6 bucks, for future reference.
Pokercountry 2 years ago
Price, in that case, was and still is the limiting factor. Besides, I almost never have more than 1 high CPU usage tasks going on. It's either video processing, virus definition updates (for antivirus programs), games (very rare outside my own - I play games on consoles, not the computer), and recording videos of the games I play. These, except when antivirus updates are involved, are otherwise never done simultaneously. Sure I may be processing videos, I'll also be typing, not demanding.
ulillillia 2 years ago
The stickers that come with the fan are to put on your computer and show off what you have inside of it.
tzone92 2 years ago
what song is playing
mrbeef911 2 years ago
Just touching a piece of metal isn't going to do anything. Your PSU is just sitting on the floor. It isn't grounded to anything. It is very simple physics.
Best thing to do is have your PSU in the case and plugged in (obviously don't plug things in to the PSU yet) while you're working, and touch it to keep yourself grounded.
Just touching the case as you're working with it helps too - that way at least you have a common ground while you work with it. (not the same as touching the PSU!!)
dcramps 2 years ago
I still actively touched the case. Before I worked with my computer, I touched both the power supply (while it was still plugged in, though the switch in the back was at the 0 position), and the case. While working with the components, I was actively touching the case. I was told that the power supply was just as effective, but I wasn't told about its state (plugged in or not) having an effect. Keep in mind that I'm not an expert. I'm about a 3 to 3.5 on a 1 to 5 scale with 5 as master.
ulillillia 2 years ago
Grounding yourself to a PSU that isn't attached to anything accomplishes nothing.
dcramps 2 years ago
If that accomplishes nothing, then what use would one of those antistatic straps have (I don't have one of those)? Just touch any metallic object to discharge static and you should be fine.
ulillillia 2 years ago
I think the straps are supposed to be connected to a piece of metal that is grounded. The would indeed be worthless just floating in air
wiretransfer 2 years ago
I knew that, however, you're basically stating that touching the power supply is not as good as clipping the antistatic strap to some metal. Either that, or I'm confused. I'm no expert in this, I just have the know-how on how to do it.
ulillillia 2 years ago
Making a new rig is fun stuff. Congratulations and enjoy!
HelmerandRawlins 2 years ago
Factory sealed!
BanjoD453 2 years ago
great stuff! love it!
bgudna 2 years ago