New Gaming PC? DON'T MAKE THESE 5 MISTAKES!

[@socialclubmusic_]

I have used your channel to score myself a sweet prebuilt ! Thanks for the information and tips . I am now a pc gamer for a little over 3 months and I love it !

[@braethorn]

Awesome! Hearing that is genuinely gratifying for me. Show off that PC in the Rigs channel on the discord if you haven't already!

[@igxku4552]

Hey what prebuilt did you get?

[@mcluckyyy]

I was thinking about getting a pc, what site did you get it from?

[@omegasprinter]

This is one of channels I used recently to help me buy my first gaming PC too.

[@Thegooob95]

What did u get?

[@Fumikairain]

I had a panic moment yesterday and I was frustrated like hell trying to get my pc build to work for 3-4 days (my first build) had to get a whole different motherboard it didn’t fit well system wasn’t turning on I had to put it away and lay down and finally I got it to work

[@michaelthompson9798]

Tip: as mentioned before modding / upgrading, after you turn off the psu, unplug the cable …. I turn on my pc to discharge any residual charge in the psu or motherboard ensuring it’s fully powered down. I’ve found you can get an initial boot, fan spins, rgb flickering on for about a second or two before the pc fully shuts down.

[@SavagePotato440]

Picked up a I buy power y60 prebuilt for my first gaming pc because of your review. I’m very happy with it ! Cheers friend

[@junbowman]

How’s the PC experience been after 2 months? Are you still happy with your purchase?

[@mysterygamer48]

"I know just enough to get myself in trouble" describes me perfectly.

[@braethorn]

Hey, you updated your BIOS for that 5600x just fine. I think you're a bit beyond that 👍

[@BrieChennel]

Thank you so much for these tips. They were all extremely helpful. In particular, the tip about the UPS battery backup system. I'm going to purchase one now!

[@shabba_yt1904]

Please make more videos like this, you saved my life no joke!

[@Yorgos2222]

Braethorn, I wish you had uploaded this video a month ago. I made mistake number four after getting my new system up and running fine. I added 16GB ram which was OK but also, I added hard drive, not realizing it had a different version of Windows, then all hell broke loose. With all that said the system started doing all kinds of weird stuff. Now for the best of this bad situation...I contacted Alexander PCS and to my real surprise, they were more than happy to issue and RMA to correct and repair my mistakes on their dime! I was really shocked at their TOTAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT and have said so in my posted reviews. They should receive the return tomorrow and I have no doubt, I will have my baby back soon and in 110% operating state. If you are looking for a new PC, I highly recommend Alexander PCS. They are the BEST! Great product, but more importantly, the BEST SERVICE I've seen in many years and I have 68 of those to reflect on. Of course I'll continue watching you even if your tip was just a hair late. But, maybe someone else will heed your words and avoid a similar situation. Keep the Geeks fed!

[@braethorn]

When the idea for this video came to mind, it seemed so obvious that I was kicking myself for not making it sooner, so you're right. It should have been priority one, and I sincerely apologize for that. Thankfully, you're in good hands! I can't thank TJ and the team at Alexander PC enough for providing me with a recommendation I can genuinely make without hesitation. That's a priceless commodity for someone in my position, which I admittedly put myself in by starting the SIW series. Thank you for your trust, and say hi to the guys at APC for me 😊

[@madking5553]

Just ordered an Alexander Centurion with a 3060 Ti. Thanks for sharing!

[@Yorgos2222]

@@madking5553 Glad to see you join Alexander's satisfied customers. They have a loyal patron here.

[@MikeS-qk6gd]

I had planned to build, but prices never went down to the degree I was hoping. So I purchased an open box prebuilt from MC and have had zero issues. Saved a good amount of cash. Just make sure it has adequate power and cooling for the components.

[@thesusp3ct144]

Thank you for this as fist time pc owner these tips were essential for me appreaciate this!!!!!!

[@braethorn]

Glad it helped!

[@thesusp3ct144]

@braethorn loving your channel by the way you just got your self a subscriber 👍

[@Joreel]

Don't use the CD tray on the computer as a coffee cup holder. My CO when I was in the Navy would call me in and complain the coffee holder on the computer was broken again. When I asked him what he was talking about, he showed me the CD tray wouldn't come out... He honestly thought it was there to hold his coffee cup 🤔

[@JRose-zn7iw]

Personally I have a dedicated riser-shelf on my desk, It makes cabling easier, upgrades are easier, quick-reference is easier and it is the center attraction when people see it AND I still have the area below it to use as well...yes get those P.C.s off of the floor.

[@drog343]

Yeah, I had to learn that ups thing the hard way, that is actually how I ended up in the position where I needed to get a new pc (though I did get my use out of my old pc, just wasn't thinking of getting anything yet). Anyway, long story short (I actually made 2 critical mistakes), I had left my computer running I forget what in the background, left, and apparently the power went out (2nd mistake it was only plugged into a surge protector), and I returned to a computer that initially wouldn't power back on, and when I finally got it recovered, it seemed to work fine for a few hours, the screen had weird graphical glitches and artifact, error messages about my data (not shutting down properly), etc., eventually getting to the point of not being able to boot back into windows or get back into safe mode.

[@manh2704]

Sounds like a bad drive

[@muralles77]

I recently bought a skytech prebuild it was 1499 and it’s working so good Running warzone apex with no issue Can you review It please

[@braethorn]

Glad that worked out for you! I can't really review a PC without having it on hand though. Have Skytech send me one :P

[@crusader41ify]

Subscribed. My build should arrive in the next day or so! Not new to gaming at all, but made the official change to PC gaming, mainly for VR. I really appreciate the tips!

[@JellyRollz69]

My prebuilt arrives today. Glad I found your videos!

[@xoitsjello]

Thank you so much for creating this content for the community. Super impactful. Your videos are beyond helpful for first time custom PC owners like me. I stumbled across your videos this month while researching what the best configurator company would be for me and the knowledge I got from you was that and MORE. I have a deeper understanding of the value and care that goes into a PC now - from the hands of the builder, to the shipping company, and finally, owner. You’re my hero! 🎉 I will NOT panic when it gets here now. Feeling so good. I’ve waited for this moment for years since I was a teen. I used to (attempt to) play games like League of Legends with 800 ping and use audio production software on a 250gb refurbished MacBook laptop (lol) because I couldn’t afford to invest in a PC until now, in my later 20s. Thank you for being a huge part of my journey to get here and for providing tips to maximize and prolong this investment. My inner teen is grateful for the guidance and so excited to create and play.

[@thegrizzledgamer4717]

Costco just added 6 new machines for sale. IBP, Cyberpower, MSI Aegis, Skytech, and a OEM Lenovo Legion. The pricing is stellar and the range is 1300 to 4k (12900 & 3080). Happy hunting!

[@stephenkoinzan86]

I've used all of these tips over the years, except the battery backup and I'll look into buying one, and I'm now going thru a RMA after I received my new Cyberpower PC and the Asus Rog Strix z690-e Motherboard arrived defective. Hopefully Cyberpower will be one of the good companies. Thanks for opening my eyes to Dell and their deceptive practices.

[@Salmonella4Skin]

Dang, currently still waiting for my Cyberpower build to ship because of a delay while they wait for this exact motherboard. I hope mine is not defective as well after waiting this long. Here's hoping yours is dealt with quickly and efficiently!

[@stephenkoinzan86]

@@Salmonella4Skin They just received my PC in the last hour. They say allow 5 business days from date of receipt before requesting the status of my RMA. Is that receipt of shipping label of when the PC is delivered to them? Probably the latter. I'll still call friday. It's an easy diagnose and fix. Ram isn't recognized and MOBO showing a 55 error. It's either both sticks of Ram are defective or the MOBO is defective.

[@braethorn]

@Stephen Koinzan I'm sorry to hear you had an issue, but I'm glad you're already well into the RMA process. Let me know how it turns out! I'm trying to keep a keen eye on how each SI treats members of my community so I can gauge their reliability and adjust my recommendations based on firsthand feedback.

[@stephenkoinzan86]

@@braethorn I'll do that. I've been on hold for the last 90 minutes trying to get in touch with someone from the RMA department to get an update but just hold music so far.

[@Dwayne_LaFontant]

But…. What if I want to hit it if a mallet? 🥺

[@jZoger]

Thanks bro this vid hit the nail on the head

[@braethorn]

See the big hammer in the thumbnail? That's what it's for (⌐ ͡■ ͜ʖ ͡■)

[@londonboi5135]

Proceeds to stick PC go the ceiling

[@jc7606]

So I have a 1TB SSD that has only my DCS. After I boot up and check everything is working and shut down it’s ok to install my SSD card?

[@coryo617]

that case is hella clean lookin..hows the airflow on the front ? .. what kind of case is that ?

[@jameswhitaker9169]

Bought a custom build from Cyberpower PC & it arrived late, was an opened box upon delivery & the front of the case was damaged. Plus, there was no video on the monitor from the GPU (3070 ti) hdmi output upon booting up. Tech support walked me through troubleshooting & it looks like the gpu was DOA. Sent it back and it looks like I am getting a replacement in a week. Hopefully, it works out but it has been painful waiting for weeks to start using my new PC!

[@pacificostriker]

Hey friend tha case is the halo mr. My question is if it is a mirror on both glass panels? I want to buy it but i want mirror like my actual element mr case from ibuypower too.

[@bradmacklin7265]

I used tip #5, #4, and #1 just from being in the discord these are things I learned even prior to the videos! Join up people for the info as soon as it is discussed

[@bosshogg3948]

Yooooo, I don't know if I like the music or the tech tips more. Keep up the good work love the videos.

[@oterosocram25]

I just got to say it, This is an incredible video. Well put.

[@dragonz-kin]

Love your videos. gotta ask, where can I buy that turntable from???I am always fixing upgrading pcs from friends family and that would be so useful.

[@kkona3868]

My worry about buying a UPS is that i havent seen any of them that are suitable to pull 1000 watt. (my psu is 1000 watts for for 30 series build)

[@kamrhd]

Dude you do not need 1000w for a 30 series haha

[@kkona3868]

@@kamrhd then why are 1000 watt PSU's recommended for them?

[@kamrhd]

@@kkona3868 They’re not. Well actually they are for one certain gpu/cpu combo but that’s it lol 3060-3070 ti = 650-750w 3080-3090 = 750-1000w(depending on your cpu)

[@braethorn]

It's a good idea to match your UPS to the nominal (listed) power of your PSU. While you will rarely use that wattage, it's well documented that higher end 30 series Nvidia GPUs tend to power spike, suddenly drawing wattage above their listed TDP. It can be difficult to find a UPS rated for 1000w and when you do, the price will shock you. However, you can get a refurbished one with a new battery installed for roughly half the price! I've not purchased from this company myself, but you can see an example here: tinyurl.com/dkftbtm4 @Kamron it's important to remember efficiency ratings. An 80+ Gold rated PSU by definition provides 90% efficiency at 50% load and 87% efficiency at 100% load, so if your system components ask for 870w of power, the PSU needs 1000w from the source. That's why it's important to consider a power supply that is rated for higher wattage than specified by Nvidia, not to mention the fact that Nvidia made those recommendations well before 12th gen Intel was released and a 12900K will try to hog quite a bit of power under load.

[@composerdani4458]

I just got my Skytech Prism II. All is well but I am limited on space and had to place it on the shelf that's built in to the side of my computer desk near the floor. So the PC case isn't directly on the floor but a few inches from it and resting on a different surface... Would this be okay for the time being until I get a bigger desk or end table? Really happy with my PC from Skytech, btw!

[@CyberWaifu]

New intro? Nice.

[@braethorn]

I mess around with these for non-SIW videos, but this animation is a favorite of mine :)

[@xxdropdeadxx6679]

Can I just unplugged the cable when not in use?? An Is it safe to use one of those outlets extenders that have like multiple outlets? The one that have a switch to turn on n off etc

[@LawDogg]

Reminds me a lot of Jaystwocents. Very nice channel.

[@Iwritetocope]

Are you going to pax

[@braethorn]

I'm hoping so, I'll know within a week for sure

[@jaredweiman2987]

New to PC BUILDING. $150 on a UPS is not a hard sell, and this is the first I’ve heard of one. Even a good gaming router, modem etc, costs about that much I think. If the difference of losing a $2.5k setup is $150… come on.

[@braethorn]

You'd be surprised at how stingy some people get when it cuts into the GPU budget.

[@Rangermdg]

Hi Brae, I've got the Centurion from Alexander PCS currently on the way, with the i5-12600k, ASUS 3060ti TUF OC, 32gb ram, the Galahad cooler, and a 750w power supply. Does the UPS have to be at least 750W, does it need to be more, or can it be less? Any recommendations for a good brand one? Thanks for introducing me to APC's, and all the tips, I'm pretty excited about it. LGN!

[@Fueled_Battery]

A 750 should be fine. If its a 750 80 plus gold thatll be better. An 850 power supply would run everything you have with ease and even more which might allowing your cpu to run at its overclock without you doing anything. Id also possible go to an i7 instead of an i5 for just a little bit more of performance.

[@meitnerium2483]

How good is it doing for you?

[@Jacob-gv8cn]

I know this is a pretty old video but if you read this could you tell me what UPS’ you recommend? I’m looking into getting a PC soon (higher end one) but I’m looking to get more peripherals or accessories so say like this that I might want for it before I actually get it, thanks

[@kerethmakura4502]

I have a couple of UPS, here, one on my PC, and another on the internet hub.

[@genpic7111]

Awesome video big dog

[@pedrorivera4191]

What did you say about Lyte technology? They don’t want to take care of a non-working build kit. Can you recommend a course of action ?

[@braethorn]

I am beginning to look into some of these reported issues, and I'd like to help you reach a resolution. Please email me at [e-mail] so I can get more information.

[@swingsetmafia]

Is there a way to get the computer to shutdown on its own if the uniterruptbale power supply is needed say if you're not home or whatever? Also, what about anti-virus software? Is windows defender good enough these days?

[@Salmonella4Skin]

I did a mild amount of research regarding antivirus a few months back, and a lot of responses from people I was reading is that if you are already smart about what sites you visit, or where you download any files from, then Windows Defender should be just fine for you. I have been using it for months since then, and have had no issues. I just run a few scans once every week or so just to be safe! Feel free to read some people's thoughts on this from some reddit threads or something, because I am by no means a PC expert!

[@braethorn]

@Salmonella4Skin is correct, Windows Defender is usually all you need. The biggest security risk most people face is themselves, so watch out for phishing emails and be careful what sites you visit. As for the UPS, as I mentioned, some of them have USB connectivity that allows you to set up software that can shut your computer down properly in the case of an outage after a specified time. Read how to here: tinyurl.com/4puvzj9c

[@joshuaddt]

Hardly ideal. Great way to put that

[@glenford9494]

Love the vids. Im new to pc gaming so i had to do research. Coming across your channel i noticed i was binging on "how to's" and "what to look for's".. i've now bought my first pc.. and by guess who?.. IBUYPOWER lol..

[@1andonlyfaxz787]

Love the intro its clean LGN

[@ww1950]

Well Said!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bobrenner2007]

very good information,thx,

[@loucyphers_nightmare]

The carpet in your home is the largest air filter in your home

[@ShellSlinger224]

Me: saving up for a 2000 dollar gaming pc Braethorn: casually has 2

[@braethorn]

Well I had to send that one back if that's any consolation :)

[@ShellSlinger224]

@@braethorn oh well I still got a long way too go, but thanks for informing me more about pcs for when I get mine!

[@exo_infectedyt8048]

nah cause when i got my pc i literally plugged my hdmi into my mother board then realized it was my graphics card then eventually found out i needed the dp port

[@Nicc93]

i modded my deepcool macube case so that it actually breathes :) dremel to the rescue lol. good thing the vents were plastic it was very easy

[@braethorn]

Dremels are the best, ngl. Show off that modded case in the Rigs channel on the discord!

[@Nicc93]

@@braethorn Sweet i will check it out when i can thank you :)

[@Blasten]

That music tho 💯

[@braethorn]

If I got your blessing, then I chose well (⌐ ͡■ ͜ʖ ͡■)

[@fivestarman9474]

Instructions unclear hammer in new pc

[@thegrizzledgamer4717]

Oooh, the end you mentioned Artesian - Jay just put them on blast for screwing a streamer. May need to edit this out lol

[@hassanabbas-sy5cm]

Can someone please please help me out . I’m a computer noob but I want to buy a high end gaming rig for 3-4k so I can jump in with my friends without having to deal with the technical stuff. Please get back to me!

[@thegrizzledgamer4717]

Corsair One. Spring for their extended protection contract as well. Cost $300. 3 years they will replace with NEW no questions asked. They rarely have to do this… the machines are incredible

[@azaeltome4945]

Ight bet I’m all good I’m plugging it in my extension cord

[@silent_jem6497]

I saw nzxt on that guys shirt lol

[@ericwhittington4133]

I bought a PC from Alexander PC after watching one of your videos.

[@braethorn]

You have great taste then! Was it before or after they made a coupon code for us?

[@ericwhittington4133]

@@braethorn actually don’t know. I did get a military discount from them

[@braethorn]

@@ericwhittington4133 good, that's an even better discount!

[@ToniArcadia]

Floor gang got it 😏

[@tonybeckett66]

Hit that “Like” button peeps

[@braethorn]

And I hit the like button on your comment...the cycle is complete

[@backtothegrind8180]

I bet you 1 gaming set up I won’t win that pc giveaway

[@braethorn]

_Did you just checkmate me?_

[@backtothegrind8180]

Yes now pay up lol

[@backtothegrind8180]

Can I t least get a nice monitor

[@rodeoclownobama5796]

I bought my Ibuypower at best buy, off the floor new in box. never had a problem, and I love it, eat it Nexus you fake

[@steve4167]

42

[@braethorn]

Douglas Adams, is that you? o.O

[@Endgunner]

your editing hurts my eyes ngl.

[@AmBot]

aye

[@TopDexTcg]

4th

[@SonofGray]

2nd

[@TheGeekGauntletPodcast]

First

[@Xscorpionkingaming]

I think I may pull the trigger on getting a Prebuild from either iBuypower or Buildredux a friend of mine has a pc from IBuypower and says it’s a very good Pc And I’ll keep the case and other parts I got as back ups parts