Recent content by Runding99

Hey Friedd, Is the CPU holding at 92 degrees while gaming? The reason I ask is because if you use a CPU temp monitoring program like CPUID HWMonitor, it is common for the one of the CPU cores to spike up into the 90's range for a split second when in fact it's average is a good 10-20 degrees...

I have a 17 R3 with a 4k screen with a GTX 970M which is not strong enough to power the native resolutions while gaming. I can tell you that I'm pretty picky when it comes to visual issues and I have no complaints while gaming at 1080p. The IGZO IPS panel will not disappoint regardless of 4k...

Hey Alex, Yes, that is the correct power supply for your particular R3. The 970M versions come with the smaller power adapter (180w) while the 980M's come with a bigger charger (230w). Also, you are correct, alienware did away with the LED light on the cord- mine is missing as well (2016...

Hey everyone, New to the forums here and wanted to make a post as this is exactly what happened a few days ago to my 17 R3. It all started with a "Battery not recognized and will not charge" notification at the splash screen. I remember thinking that it was quite strange (I've owned the...