flameboy Posted January 29, 2014 Posted January 29, 2014 Yeah its great, one of my favourite gaming experiences. I don't know if won any awards but for me it surely is the Gone Home of 2011? That Indie darling which can shit all over big AAA games trying to push games narrative. Only thing is I will never have that experience again. So many points that made me smile, chuckle, even well a bit. Just Incredible!
RedShell Posted January 30, 2014 Posted January 30, 2014 So I'm looking to get a new PC soon and I'm wondering what's the best way to transfer over my games on Steam. Is there a way to easily backup and then restore game data, or do you need to re-download your library again on a different PC? I've tried researching this, but can't seem to find a clear answer.
Shorty Posted January 30, 2014 Posted January 30, 2014 So I'm looking to get a new PC soon and I'm wondering what's the best way to transfer over my games on Steam. Is there a way to easily backup and then restore game data, or do you need to re-download your library again on a different PC? I've tried researching this, but can't seem to find a clear answer. Just back up everything in Program Files\Steam\SteamApps\common and put it back there on your new machine. Your saves will be in the cloud.
The Bard Posted January 30, 2014 Posted January 30, 2014 There's a handy backup/restore function on Steam. Click the Steam tab, and it should be the fourth or fifth option.
MATtheHAT Posted February 1, 2014 Posted February 1, 2014 Just started building my new mid-range PC, everything is done apart from the graphics card which I'm picking up on Tuesday. I also need a case fan power splitter. Specs: Bit Fenix Prodigy Mini ITX Case Intel I5 4570 Haswell CPU MSI H87I Motherboard Corsair CX500M PSU Corsair Vengeance 8Gb RAM Seagate 7200 1TB HDD Sapphire Radeon R9 270X Graphics LG 22" 1080p LED Monitor Roccat KONE Mouse Future upgrades when budget allows: CPU Water Cooler (depending on noise levels) 258G SSD Boot/App drive Roccat Keyboard Some more pics of the build:
MATtheHAT Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 Me too. I bought the case first then decided on the parts based on it. It's not without problems, and it does cause issues due to form factor and size. I haven't installed the DVD drive because it will probably leave insufficient room for the graphics card. Not a huge deal for me, I can't remember the last time I used a DVD-ROM, and I can install windows from a flash drive. This is my first PC build so hopefully everything works when I turn it on next week. It's also kinda amusing that this rig will probably play most games at max settings, yet I'll mostly be playing Hearthstone.
Deathjam Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 Me too. I bought the case first then decided on the parts based on it. It's not without problems, and it does cause issues due to form factor and size. I haven't installed the DVD drive because it will probably leave insufficient room for the graphics card. Not a huge deal for me, I can't remember the last time I used a DVD-ROM, and I can install windows from a flash drive. This is my first PC build so hopefully everything works when I turn it on next week. It's also kinda amusing that this rig will probably play most games at max settings, yet I'll mostly be playing Hearthstone. It helps to have a friend with you while you build the machine. Even if they aren't directly involved, they can watch and learn and if things don't go well initially, they can possibly see things you missed. Also it's handy to have another person hold the torch for you when it's a bit too dark to see what you are doing.
MATtheHAT Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 (edited) It helps to have a friend with you while you build the machine. Even if they aren't directly involved, they can watch and learn and if things don't go well initially, they can possibly see things you missed. Also it's handy to have another person hold the torch for you when it's a bit too dark to see what you are doing. That is a good tip, a friend was supposed to give me a hand but he was tied up with work stuff. Question: my graphics card uses 2 x 6 pin power connectors, can they come off the same power lead or will I need to run two separate power cables from the PSU? Also, on initial boot up to BIOS, shoul I connect monitor to GPU or Motherboard output? Edited February 2, 2014 by MATtheHAT
Deathjam Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 That is a good tip, a friend was supposed to give me a hand but he was tied up with work stuff. Question: my graphics card uses 2 x 6 pin power connectors, can they come off the same power lead or will I need to run two separate power cables from the PSU? Also, on initial boot up to BIOS, shoul I connect monitor to GPU or Motherboard output? Don't think it really matters about how you connect up the gpu with the PSU. Think some of the cables you get are specifically for gfx cards of that type. As for the screen, again I am not sure it matters but generally I would connect it to the motherboard and make the switch later when fully set-up. You may need to adjust your screen settings again afterwards.
MATtheHAT Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 Don't think it really matters about how you connect up the gpu with the PSU. Think some of the cables you get are specifically for gfx cards of that type. As for the screen, again I am not sure it matters but generally I would connect it to the motherboard and make the switch later when fully set-up. You may need to adjust your screen settings again afterwards. Yeah I would imagine I would need to use the Integrated graphics until I download the GPU drivers? This is the same type of cable I have run at the moment: Like this one, mine has two connectors on one cable daisy chain, I am thinking that it doesn't really matter if I use both connectors on the GPU, as it would still come off the same PSU internal rail as if I had run two separate cables.
Deathjam Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 Yeah I would imagine I would need to use the Integrated graphics until I download the GPU drivers? This is the same type of cable I have run at the moment: Like this one, mine has two connectors on one cable daisy chain, I am thinking that it doesn't really matter if I use both connectors on the GPU, as it would still come off the same PSU internal rail as if I had run two separate cables. Once windows is installed, you can switch to your gpu then as windows should recognise and install the necessary drivers just to get your card working. And the cable looks like it was designed exactly for your card. PCI-E or PCI-Express is primarily used by graphics cards and the top end cards like yours require a fair amount of power.
Sméagol Posted February 2, 2014 Posted February 2, 2014 Now the film festival is over, I can finally check up on other stuff.. Starting up Steam I see some interesting things: Deus Ex: human revolution director´s cut is the daily deal (€ 5,-). Get it if you don´t already own it. I see a free point & click adventure called Serena. I have no idea if it´s any good (haven´t heard of the title before now), but it´s free and only 300+ MB, so it can´t hurt to try. And a new free-to-play game which looks incredibly fun, which I´d be downloading if it weren´t for the 3rd person perspective (I simply can´t play 3PS shooters): Loadout. Also, I´m completely broke, otherwise I´d buy Strike Vector. I´m pretty sure I already mentioned it somewhere on this forum (perhaps this very thread). An arcady flight combat shooter thingy.
flameboy Posted February 3, 2014 Posted February 3, 2014 Anyone on here play Dota and wanna give a noob some help in a playthrough?!
MATtheHAT Posted February 4, 2014 Posted February 4, 2014 I'm amazed I've actually done this without much grief, the trickiest part was identifying the headers for the small connections, and getting the Windows ISO file loaded without a DVD drive. I would highly recommend anyone considering a new PC to build there own. Loving the colour scheme. All in place with covers on. I'll load up some games and perhaps do some benchmarking tomorrow.
Deathjam Posted February 4, 2014 Posted February 4, 2014 I'm amazed I've actually done this without much grief, the trickiest part was identifying the headers for the small connections, and getting the Windows ISO file loaded without a DVD drive. I would highly recommend anyone considering a new PC to build there own. I'll load up some games and perhaps do some benchmarking tomorrow. Congrats man. That truly looks awesome.
gaggle64 Posted February 5, 2014 Posted February 5, 2014 (edited) It's definitely something I've considered in the past. One day, maybe, when I have time and money to burn (possibly literally). What was the total cost? Edited February 5, 2014 by gaggle64
Nolan Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 I'm late to it, but consider for a moment some motherboards don't have integrated graphics. So even from a fresh build hooking up to the GPU is fine. (Truly no difference, both types need drivers beyond the limited scope of windows) And yes, hooking the power off of the same lead should be fine. I've rarely seen a cable like that, but as long as the 12V rail has enough amperage it should be fine if my understanding is correct. Typically though it seems that each 6 or 6+2 pin plug gets its own lead. If you've got one to spare I'd suggest that to be sure the GPU doesn't end up underpowered by the PSU
Shorty Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 I am PC-less D: My modular PSU started making strange noises, dug up the invoice and found that it was 4½ years into its 5 year warranty so shipped it off to the Netherlands. Opening it up to inspect all the bits and pieces and figure out where the noise was coming from is giving me the bug of PC upgrading :p I recently built all our work PCs with i5s, water cooling and SSDs and they're so fast. Definitely giving my ol' i7 920 a run for its money.
MATtheHAT Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 It's definitely something I've considered in the past. One day, maybe, when I have time and money to burn (possibly literally). What was the total cost? About £600 not including monitor or peripherals. Although a similar specced PC could be built for less. I just went with some premium quality parts, and also mini ITX stuff generally is a little more expensive. I'm late to it, but consider for a moment some motherboards don't have integrated graphics. So even from a fresh build hooking up to the GPU is fine. (Truly no difference, both types need drivers beyond the limited scope of windows) And yes, hooking the power off of the same lead should be fine. I've rarely seen a cable like that, but as long as the 12V rail has enough amperage it should be fine if my understanding is correct. Typically though it seems that each 6 or 6+2 pin plug gets its own lead. If you've got one to spare I'd suggest that to be sure the GPU doesn't end up underpowered by the PSU That makes sense about the graphics, and I did connect the monitor to the card via HDMI and it worked fine. The power cable to the GPU also works fine, although I am a little worried about the current through one cable causing heat. I may run another cable, but for the time being I'll just monitor temps. After gaming on laptop for so long, this feels so good..........
Deathjam Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 About £600 not including monitor or peripherals. Although a similar specced PC could be built for less. I just went with some premium quality parts, and also mini ITX stuff generally is a little more expensive. That makes sense about the graphics, and I did connect the monitor to the card via HDMI and it worked fine. The power cable to the GPU also works fine, although I am a little worried about the current through one cable causing heat. I may run another cable, but for the time being I'll just monitor temps. After gaming on laptop for so long, this feels so good.......... Pfffft go for broke. Put some high quality texture mods in there, get some proper post-process effects going too and see how skyrim can really sing. Your machine can run that game and so much more.
MATtheHAT Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 Pfffft go for broke. Put some high quality texture mods in there, get some proper post-process effects going too and see how skyrim can really sing. Your machine can run that game and so much more. Yeah I will install high quality texture mods to games that support them, Skyrim and Sleeping Dogs spring to mind. I'm like a kid in sweet shop at the moment.
nightwolf Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Opening it up to inspect all the bits and pieces and figure out where the noise was coming from is giving me the bug of PC upgrading :p I recently built all our work PCs with i5s, water cooling and SSDs and they're so fast. Definitely giving my ol' i7 920 a run for its money. I can't tell you how much I want an SSD for my PC. It seems like such a worthwhile upgrade.
gaggle64 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) I hear those hybrid drives are a pretty good investment right now. Edited February 11, 2014 by gaggle64
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