https://forum.asrock.com/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:08:30 +0000 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:58:18 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.08 30 https://forum.asrock.com/RSS_topic_feed.asp?FID=13 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums_black.png https://forum.asrock.com/ https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202118&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202118 Author: Xaltar
Subject: New member welcome thread
Posted: 07 Oct 2026 at 1:58pm

Welcome to the forums. Posting instructions can be found here.]]> Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:58:18 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202118&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202118 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202117&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202117 Author: GabrielTareth
Subject: New member welcome thread
Posted: 06 Oct 2026 at 8:43pm

hi]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:43:47 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202117&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202117 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202113&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202113 Author: Xaltar
Subject: New member welcome thread
Posted: 06 Oct 2026 at 3:24am

Welcome mfoley, I sent you a PM with instructions but you can find them here too:
https://forum.asrock.com/topic113504.html]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:24:29 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202113&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202113 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202112&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202112 Author: mfoley
Subject: New member welcome thread
Posted: 06 Oct 2026 at 2:55am

I just signed up to this forum. I tried to post my question, but it said I don't have permission. How do I get permission to post£ mfoley@novatec-inc.com]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:55:11 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113249&PID=202112&title=new-member-welcome-thread#202112 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113588&PID=201990&title=redit-builds#201990 Author: Xaltar
Subject: Redit Builds
Posted: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:57pm

I figured we needed a thread to share awesome builds from redit.

Project Arkham- Steel Legend Showcase by u/OnePCStudios




Edited by Xaltar - 08 Sep 2026 at 7:22pm]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:57:11 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113588&PID=201990&title=redit-builds#201990 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113572&PID=201989&title=2026-gaming-system-with-ddr3#201989 Author: Xaltar
Subject: 2026 Gaming system with DDR3
Posted: 07 Sep 2026 at 5:02pm

With RAM prices such as they are currently I thought I would write up a little
general guide for those looking to game in 2026 on a budget. There are several
caveats here unfortunately. TPM 2.0 support (and windows 11 by extension) will
be out of the question in most cases, as will the latest secure boot keys.

First up, the "ideal" build that, with some luck and few extras should support
TPM2.0 and Windows 11:

AliExpress has several X99 boards that support DDR3 RAM, I will list one that has
been used successfully by multiple people.

Motherboard: X99-XD3
CPU: E5 2678 v3
RAM: 32gb kit, 4x8gb DDR3 and you can used ECC registered RAM here for even more cost saving
GPU: I use an ASRock Radeon RX 590 but there are numerous other options
PSU: ASRock Pro 750G is a good option here for a quality PSU that won't break the bank
TPM: MSI TPM2.0 module

This is a solid performing system that should be more than up to most modern titles
albeit with lower graphical settings. Here we sacrifice where it comes to power
consumption per watt, the E5 v3 CPU is a lot more power hungry than modern CPUs.
I wouldn't recommend any GPUs faster than an RTX 3070 or RX 6800 with this system
however as the PCIe Gen 3 slots will bottleneck them to the point that you won't
actually see a performance increase over these cards anyway.


If windows 11 and secure boot aren't a requirement for you (you don't play games
that require secure boot for anti-cheat) then another solid, and cheaper option
is the Z97 platform, here is a basic example that I have tested personally:

Motherboard: ASRock Z97 Extreme 3 (a solid, reliable board I have had in used for over 10 years without fault)
CPU: Xeon E3-1246 v3
RAM: DDR3, you will want 4x8gb I would avoid ECC here, registered ECC will not work.
GPU: As above
PSU: As above

This should be even cheaper than the above system but you will not be able to
run Windows 11. For a Windows 10 or Linux gaming setup however it is perfect and
still more than capable of handling modern titles.

Lastly we have intel 100 series motherboards that support DDR3. Some people have
had luck installing TPM 2.0 modules on these and managed to get them working
but mileage will vary. A newer platform, newer CPU architecture and in some
cases, with BIOS mods, these can be made to work with Windows 11 supported CPUs
I won't get into the how here as it is beyond the scope of the average user.
These boards can be hard to find and quite expensive so they are not an ideal
option. I have listed them for those that are more tech savvy and have the itch
to modify and tinker. Some examples from ASRock are:

ASRock H170 Combo (my personal favorite as it supports DDR3 and DDR4 on the same board)
ASRock Z170 Pro4/D3
ASRock Z170 Gaming/D3

With BIOS modification these boards can be made to support intel 8th gen CPUs
as well as Windows 11. A google search will point you in the right direction
but be warned, this is not for the feint of heart or the uninitiated.

Feel free to share your own DDR3 gaming builds here and add to the recommendations ]]> Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:02:55 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113572&PID=201989&title=2026-gaming-system-with-ddr3#201989 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113572&PID=201964&title=2026-gaming-system-with-ddr3#201964 Author: Xaltar
Subject: 2026 Gaming system with DDR3
Posted: 03 Sep 2026 at 10:41pm

The Z370 Taichi, launched in September 2017, may not have looked dramatically
different from other Taichi motherboards of its time, but it introduced two
major innovations:
* First Taichi motherboard with a front-panel USB Type-C header: Following the
trend toward USB-C connectivity on PC cases, the Z370 Taichi was the first Taichi
motherboard to support a front-panel Type-C connection.

* Dedicated Clock Generator: Designed for hardcore overclockers, it enabled
finer adjustments to the CPU base clock (BCLK) and other overclocking
parameters, helping users squeeze out every last bit of performance.



Today, front-panel Type-C has become a common feature, while dedicated clock
generators have become increasingly rare as automatic CPU boosting technology
has evolved.

The Z370 Taichi not only witnessed the evolution of PC hardware, but also
captured an era when pushing every last bit of performance was part of the
overclocking spirit.

Want to discover more stories behind a decade of Taichi design? Visit the
ASRock Taichi 10th Anniversary website and relive the journey with us!                                   

https://www.asrock.com/microsite/2026_Taichi10th/]]> Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:41:46 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113572&PID=201964&title=2026-gaming-system-with-ddr3#201964 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201913&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201913 Author: dingstam
Subject: DeskMeet X600 Oak & Walnut Wood Mod
Posted: 13 Aug 2026 at 9:36am

so surprise]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:36:46 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201913&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201913 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201903&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201903 Author: relytgerg
Subject: DeskMeet X600 Oak & Walnut Wood Mod
Posted: 12 Aug 2026 at 2:34am

Very nice!]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:34:51 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201903&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201903 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201901&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201901 Author: dingstam
Subject: DeskMeet X600 Oak & Walnut Wood Mod
Posted: 11 Aug 2026 at 3:09pm

WOWWW. so surprise this mod]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:09:11 +0000 https://forum.asrock.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=113494&PID=201901&title=deskmeet-x600-oak-walnut-wood-mod#201901