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09-09-2021, 05:57 PM
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pc specs
cpu - r7 2700x
Gpu - colorful rtx 3060 ti battle ax nb duo
Ram - illegear 8gb x2 3200mhz
mobo - gigabyte ax370 gaming 5
Psu - cougar 550w
performance in games are fine, but even though it stays 100fps+ i am having constant stutters, is there a chance its the psu problem or anything?
and also, is the xigmatek nrp-mc851 power supply reliable? found one for a good price but not sure if its a time bomb or a trusty unit.
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09-09-2021, 05:57 PM #1

pc specs
cpu - r7 2700x
Gpu - colorful rtx 3060 ti battle ax nb duo
Ram - illegear 8gb x2 3200mhz
mobo - gigabyte ax370 gaming 5
Psu - cougar 550w
performance in games are fine, but even though it stays 100fps+ i am having constant stutters, is there a chance its the psu problem or anything?
and also, is the xigmatek nrp-mc851 power supply reliable? found one for a good price but not sure if its a time bomb or a trusty unit.

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09-10-2021, 11:43 PM
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The nrp-mc851 is functioning properly. It doesn't stand out as particularly good or bad.
Xigmatek's updated NRP-MC851 power supply delivers 850W across four 12V rails. The cable organization has been refined so that frequently used connectors are secured on the unit, while extra cables remain optional.
www.techpowerup.com
Ensure you have the most recent stable BIOS installed.
Verify that your memory is fully recognized, operating at the intended speed and timing, placed in the A2 and B2 slots, and running in dual channel. You can use CPU-Z to confirm this by checking the SPD and memory tabs.
If any of these steps are missing, it would be wise to complete them to confirm you've addressed the issue.
First,
Make sure your motherboard is running the latest BIOS version. Updating can resolve many problems, even if your newer BIOS doesn't mention graphics card or hardware compatibility improvements. Not all updates list changes, but updating is always beneficial.
BIOS Hard Reset procedure
Turn off the device, switch off the PSU, and disconnect the power cable from the wall or supply.
Remove the CMOS battery on the motherboard for three to five minutes. In some instances, you may need to take out the graphics card to access it.
During this time, press the power button on the case continuously for 15-30 seconds to discharge any remaining charge in the CMOS circuit. Once the five minutes are complete, reinstall the battery with the correct orientation.
If you removed the graphics card, you can reinstall it now, but be sure to reconnect any power cables and display cable.
Reconnect the PSU cable, power on the unit, and it should show the POST screen with CMOS/BIOS setup options. Enter the BIOS setup, adjust boot settings for Windows or legacy OS, and save changes.
After saving, exit and proceed. If the system boots successfully, you can return to BIOS to configure settings such as Memory XMP, A-XMP, or D.O.C.P profiles, fan profiles, or other custom configurations that may have been lost during the reset.
In certain scenarios, after resetting, it might be necessary to set default or optimal values in BIOS to restore hardware tables.
It's also important to consider alternative displays if the issue relates to a video signal problem. Trying HDMI, especially with displayport issues, can be beneficial.
If a display is absent or you lack visual input, switching to another monitor may help.
Second,
Visit your motherboard's official support page. Download and install the latest drivers for the chipset, audio, and network adapters. Don't skip updates just because they seem unrelated to your issue—new drivers can affect all connected devices and cause instability. Always use the latest chipset driver available from the manufacturer, whether it's Intel or AMD.
For BIOS updates, compare chipset versions: if your motherboard lists a newer driver than the one provided by the chipset developer, use that. Similarly, if Intel or AMD lists a newer chipset driver than what's available on the product page, use it.
Always opt for the newest chipset driver and only use drivers from the official manufacturer or AMD/Intel sources.
If you have additional hardware not covered by these drivers, check the support page for that component and install any available updates.
Third,
Confirm your memory is set to the correct speed in BIOS. You may need to configure it under XMP profiles. Verify installation in the correct slots and ensure dual-channel operation—this is typically A2 (DDR4_1) or B2 (DDR4_2), positioned as the second and fourth slots from the CPU, counting towards the edge. On boards with only two memory slots, install in A1 or DDR4_1 if you have two modules.
Fourth (and often most critical),
Perform a clean install of your graphics card drivers. Even if you believe you already have the latest drivers, a fresh installation using tools like DDU is highly recommended. This method offers a high success rate and often resolves issues that other approaches fail to fix.
If you've previously installed both Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, run DDU twice: once for the old drivers and again for the new ones. After completing the first, run it again for the current card if you have an AMD installation.
Clean graphics card driver installation guide using Wagnard tools DDU
And finally, if you haven't performed a clean Windows install—whether due to an upgrade from an older OS or multiple major updates—it may be wise to consider a fresh installation. If you're using a Windows version from an older system and didn't complete a clean install after setup, a fresh installation is likely necessary.
How to perform a clean Windows 10 installation correctly
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09-10-2021, 11:43 PM #2

The nrp-mc851 is functioning properly. It doesn't stand out as particularly good or bad.
Xigmatek's updated NRP-MC851 power supply delivers 850W across four 12V rails. The cable organization has been refined so that frequently used connectors are secured on the unit, while extra cables remain optional.
www.techpowerup.com
Ensure you have the most recent stable BIOS installed.
Verify that your memory is fully recognized, operating at the intended speed and timing, placed in the A2 and B2 slots, and running in dual channel. You can use CPU-Z to confirm this by checking the SPD and memory tabs.
If any of these steps are missing, it would be wise to complete them to confirm you've addressed the issue.
First,
Make sure your motherboard is running the latest BIOS version. Updating can resolve many problems, even if your newer BIOS doesn't mention graphics card or hardware compatibility improvements. Not all updates list changes, but updating is always beneficial.
BIOS Hard Reset procedure
Turn off the device, switch off the PSU, and disconnect the power cable from the wall or supply.
Remove the CMOS battery on the motherboard for three to five minutes. In some instances, you may need to take out the graphics card to access it.
During this time, press the power button on the case continuously for 15-30 seconds to discharge any remaining charge in the CMOS circuit. Once the five minutes are complete, reinstall the battery with the correct orientation.
If you removed the graphics card, you can reinstall it now, but be sure to reconnect any power cables and display cable.
Reconnect the PSU cable, power on the unit, and it should show the POST screen with CMOS/BIOS setup options. Enter the BIOS setup, adjust boot settings for Windows or legacy OS, and save changes.
After saving, exit and proceed. If the system boots successfully, you can return to BIOS to configure settings such as Memory XMP, A-XMP, or D.O.C.P profiles, fan profiles, or other custom configurations that may have been lost during the reset.
In certain scenarios, after resetting, it might be necessary to set default or optimal values in BIOS to restore hardware tables.
It's also important to consider alternative displays if the issue relates to a video signal problem. Trying HDMI, especially with displayport issues, can be beneficial.
If a display is absent or you lack visual input, switching to another monitor may help.
Second,
Visit your motherboard's official support page. Download and install the latest drivers for the chipset, audio, and network adapters. Don't skip updates just because they seem unrelated to your issue—new drivers can affect all connected devices and cause instability. Always use the latest chipset driver available from the manufacturer, whether it's Intel or AMD.
For BIOS updates, compare chipset versions: if your motherboard lists a newer driver than the one provided by the chipset developer, use that. Similarly, if Intel or AMD lists a newer chipset driver than what's available on the product page, use it.
Always opt for the newest chipset driver and only use drivers from the official manufacturer or AMD/Intel sources.
If you have additional hardware not covered by these drivers, check the support page for that component and install any available updates.
Third,
Confirm your memory is set to the correct speed in BIOS. You may need to configure it under XMP profiles. Verify installation in the correct slots and ensure dual-channel operation—this is typically A2 (DDR4_1) or B2 (DDR4_2), positioned as the second and fourth slots from the CPU, counting towards the edge. On boards with only two memory slots, install in A1 or DDR4_1 if you have two modules.
Fourth (and often most critical),
Perform a clean install of your graphics card drivers. Even if you believe you already have the latest drivers, a fresh installation using tools like DDU is highly recommended. This method offers a high success rate and often resolves issues that other approaches fail to fix.
If you've previously installed both Nvidia and AMD graphics cards, run DDU twice: once for the old drivers and again for the new ones. After completing the first, run it again for the current card if you have an AMD installation.
Clean graphics card driver installation guide using Wagnard tools DDU
And finally, if you haven't performed a clean Windows install—whether due to an upgrade from an older OS or multiple major updates—it may be wise to consider a fresh installation. If you're using a Windows version from an older system and didn't complete a clean install after setup, a fresh installation is likely necessary.
How to perform a clean Windows 10 installation correctly
...

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