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    1. Latest News, Deals & Special Offers

      Latest product news, hot deals and special offers plus exclusive competitions for forum members.
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      Latest: **LIAN LI GALAHAD ALL IN ONE COOLER AND UNI FANS AVAILABLE FOR ORDER** GHOS7, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:09
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  3. Hardware

    1. New to PC gaming & upgrade advice

      Post here to ask for advice on how to get into PC gaming or for upgrade advice to get your PC Game / Esports ready.
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      Latest: Family PC Build for £1000 mickyflinn, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    2. General Hardware

      General computer hardware discussion. Please use one of the forums below for more specific issues.
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      Latest: Any Thermaltake Tower 900 Owners? GotFragz, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:39
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    3. OcUK Full Systems & Bundles

      Dedicated to OcUK's Full Systems and Bundle range with Build Logs and Customer's Gallery.
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      OcUK Full Systems & Bundles

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      1. OcUK Build Logs

      Latest: New build, 3080 and no known ETA. Queen of the murlocs, 23 Oct 2020 at 12:52
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    4. Project Logs

      Post your project logs here and allow other forum members to see your latest idea take shape.
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      Latest: Scratch build valve power amps Kei, 23 Oct 2020 at 20:25
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    5. CPUs

      Discuss the merits of AMD, Intel or any other processors. Check out the OcUK Intel CPU Range and OcUK AMD CPU Range.
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      Latest: i9 10850k CPU Running at 4.8k Tony_R, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:24
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    6. Overclocking & Cooling

      Overclocking and cooling tips, tricks and information. Check out the full OcUK Heatsinks and Fans range.
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      Overclocking & Cooling

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      1. Ask 8 Pack

      Latest: Newbie Overclock question GrindonKnight, 24 Oct 2020 at 08:29
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    7. Watercooling

      Discussion area for all water-cooling, from custom loops to pre-manufactured sealed kits. Check out the OcUK Watercooling Range.
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      Latest: Reservoir port advice Petrolhead, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:18
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    8. Motherboards

      All matters relating to motherboards. Check out the OcUK Intel Motherboard Range and OcUK AMD Motherboard Range.
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      Latest: Motherboard troubleshooting MattDX, 24 Oct 2020 at 08:43
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    9. Memory

      Memory compatibility and performance discussion. Check out the OcUK Memory Range.
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      Latest: 3600mhz CL18 vs 3600Mhz CL14 - how much difference really on Ryzen? alec, 23 Oct 2020 at 17:03
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    10. Graphics Cards

      Graphics Card and drivers discussion. Check out the OcUK AMD Graphics Card Range and OcUK Nvidia Graphics Card Range.
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      Latest: 3080 FE fan control issue msi afterburner Pasbags, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:25
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    11. Virtual Reality

      Area dedicated to all technology and software relating to VR / AR such as HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, gaming, research or engineering.
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      Latest: Quest 2, Which WiFi6 Router? andybird123, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:01
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    12. Monitors

      LCD monitor discussion. Check out the OcUK Monitor Range.
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      Latest: New Dell IPS S2721DGF 165hz gaming monitor ceaton88, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:13
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    13. Gaming Peripherals

      A section for discussion of keyboards, mice, headsets, controllers and peripherals. Check out the OcUK Peripheral Range.
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      Latest: Logitech G915 Matt72033, 24 Oct 2020 at 08:02
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    14. Gaming Chairs

      Discuss everything relating to Gaming Chairs here. Check out the OcUK Gaming Chair Range
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      Latest: Noble Hero lumbar Cushion TheA-Team, 23 Oct 2020 at 11:57
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    15. Storage Drives

      Discuss all matters relating to hard disk drives and solid state drives. Check out the OcUK Hard Drive Range. SSD's can be found here.
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      Latest: Recommendations for SSD PCIe 4.0 Joxeon, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:56
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    16. Optical Storage & Writing

      Discussion of CD & DVD hardware. Check out the OcUK Optical Range.
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      Latest: Will blue ray ever come down in price PeegeeTips, 20 Oct 2020 at 08:58
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    17. Sound City

      Discuss sound cards, speakers, headphones and MP3 players. Check out the OcUK Audio Range here.
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      Latest: Headphone issue advice please. foster grant, 24 Oct 2020 at 00:06
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    18. Networks & Internet Connectivity

      Network hardware, configuration and Internet connectivity issues. Check out the OcUK Networking Range.
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      Latest: Virgin Media Discussion Thread MartinPrince, 24 Oct 2020 at 03:19
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    19. Case Central

      Cases and modding questions and answers. Check out the OcUK Case Range.
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      Latest: *** Desk and Room Gallery*** PCDAVE2, 23 Oct 2020 at 23:02
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    20. Power Supplies

      Dedicated area for discussion of power supplies and related hardware.
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      Latest: 3080 FTW3 PCI-E Cable Question 3t3P, 23 Oct 2020 at 20:15
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    21. Small Form Factor and Single Board Computers

      Small but perfectly formed: Micro, ITX, NUC PCs and single board computers such as the Raspberry Pi. Check out the OcUK Barebones Range.
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      Latest: Is there a NUC sized computer can take 3.5HDD I DON'T fancy boys, 24 Oct 2020 at 05:56
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    22. Laptops & Tablets

      Talk about Laptops, Notebooks and PDAs. For Apple MacBooks please use the Apple Hardware forum. Check out the OcUK Laptop Range.
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      Latest: New laptops siezar, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:54
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    23. Servers and Enterprise Solutions

      Mid-Range, High End, SANs, Tape Libraries... talk about them here.
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      Latest: Synology NAS Upgrade ALL HDD mattyg, 23 Oct 2020 at 18:59
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    24. Printers

      Discussion about printers, from inkjets to lasers and everything inbetween.
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      Latest: Brother vs HP colour laser - Colour, duplex, scan, sheet feeder, Windows, Mac, Linux Hades, 20 Oct 2020 at 15:34
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    25. 3D Printing

      Discussion for all of your 3D printing needs.
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      Latest: Need a small plastic clip ‘cloned’... Armageus, 21 Oct 2020 at 08:55
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  4. Apple

    1. Apple Hardware

      Apple Mac, iPhone, iPod, iPad, HomePod, AirPod and AppleTV etc discussion.
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      Latest: *** The Official iPhone 12 (12 mini/12/12Pro/12Pro Max) Thread *** Bouton Aide, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    2. Apple Software

      Talk about Apple macOS, iOS and other Mac specific software.
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      Latest: Best way to check data corruption on network drive on Mac? FreeStream, 20 Oct 2020 at 23:04
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  5. Software

    1. Windows & Other Software

      Discuss Windows Operating System & Other Software issues here. Check out the OcUK Software Range.
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      Latest: Windows 10 Bouton Aide, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:20
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    2. Linux & Open Source

      All matters relating to Linux and open source operating systems.
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      Latest: Bash script help please azteched, 23 Oct 2020 at 22:55
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    3. HTML, Graphics & Programming

      Discuss the creation of web pages, graphics, scripting or programming.
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      Latest: SSL certificate Mark M, 23 Oct 2020 at 19:51
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  6. Audio Visual

    1. Home Cinema & Hi-Fi

      Discuss the latest home cinema and hi-fi equipment.
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      Latest: Nvidia shield pro or hang out for series x tres, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:17
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    2. Photography & Video

      All aspects of digital and conventional photography, video, editing and printing.
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      Latest: Cheap GoPro alternatives. Marvt74, 23 Oct 2020 at 09:03
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  7. Games

    1. PC Games

      Talk about PC games.
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      Latest: Escape from Tarkov booyaka, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    2. Tabletop Games, Wargaming and Scale Modelling.

      All things miniature in here.
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      Latest: Hero Quest Cavallino, 22 Oct 2020 at 23:00
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    3. Console Games & Hardware

      All matters relating to consoles and their games.
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      Latest: *** The Official Playstation 5 (PS5) Thread *** stoofa, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    4. Mobile and Tablet Games

      A place to discuss games for Android and iOS
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      Latest: Module TD mikeo, 23 Oct 2020 at 23:09
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    5. Retro Gaming and Vintage Computing

      Find help with your retro projects, or finally settle age old debates of which system was better. Pre-2000 Computers and Consoles only.
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      Latest: What retro things have you done today? LewisRaz, 23 Oct 2020 at 17:33
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  8. Life

    1. General Discussion

      Talk about anything not covered by other forums. For questions regarding jobs and careers please visit the career and professional development forum.
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      1. Careers, Employment and Professional Development

      Latest: Can't afford school meals for kids, but billions for homebuyers, sure! Yadda, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:26
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    2. New Members

      Say hello and introduce yourself, or re-introduce yourself if you've been away for a long time.
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      Latest: Hello from Amsterdam NVP, 23 Oct 2020 at 15:19
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    3. Speaker's Corner

      Intelligent debate of newsworthy issues.
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      Latest: Keir Starmer - Does he have any hard positions? potatolord, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:47
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    4. Motors

      2 wheels or 4 - talk about it here. For Motorsport please use The Motorsport Forum. Bikers please use the Biker's Cafe.
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      Motors

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      1. Motorsport

      2. Biker's Cafe

      Latest: Insurers who ask for accidents in the last 3 years? CaptainRAVE, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:20
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    5. Home and Garden

      All DIY, landscaping, home improvement and related subjects
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      Latest: Changing from Hive to Nest - Self install possible? Nict, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    6. La Cuisine

      The place to talk about good food, cooking and wine.
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      Latest: Siliconslave's how to make espresso thread Dj_Jestar, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:14
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    7. Sports Arena

      Talk about any sport here but for football please use The Football Stadium. For bicycle and all cycling activities see Pedal Powered.
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      Sports Arena

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      1. The Football Stadium

      2. Training Logs

      3. Pedal Powered

      Latest: Greenlizard0 PL & Championship Football Thread ** spoilers ** [23rd-26th Oct 2020] Andybtsn, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:21
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    8. Music, Box Office, TV & Books

      Talk about your favourite music, films, live artists and books. To discuss unaired TV shows please use US TV shows.
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      Music, Box Office, TV & Books

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      1. US TV shows discussion.

      Latest: What film did you watch last night? JRS, 24 Oct 2020 at 10:26
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    9. Mobile Phones & Tablets

      What's hot, what's not and other questions regarding mobile phones and Tablet PCs.
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      Latest: Google Pixel 5 Jonnybmac, 24 Oct 2020 at 09:43
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    10. Testing

      Test your new signature or posting options here.
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      Latest: test HACO, 20 Oct 2020 at 16:36
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  9. Distributed Computing

    1. Crypto Currency & Mining

      A forum dedicated to the discussion of Crypto Currency, mining and hardware setups
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      Latest: *** Official Bitcoin Price Discussion Thread *** Th0nt, 23 Oct 2020 at 22:24
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    2. Team OcUK Distributed Computing Projects

      Discuss distributed computing projects with members of The World's Finest Team™.
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      Latest: teamocuk.co.uk closing down Th0nt, 9 Oct 2020
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  10. OcUK Matters

    1. OcUK Jobs

      Fancy working for OcUK? Our current vacancies are here.
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      Latest: **NOW HIRING!** Technician Bailey, 3 Sep 2018
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    2. OcUK Live Streams

      A dedicated spot to discuss OcUK live streams, we recommend you subscribe to this forum to stay up to date with when we are live, we will have regular open discussions regarding which games you want to see on our stream. Not to mention our exciting competitions you can enter!
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      Latest: ** OVERCLOCKERS UK OFFICIAL TWITCH CHANNEL - EXCLUSIVE OFFERS, COMPETITIONS AND CONTENT ** Datalives, 19 Mar 2020
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    3. OcUK Reviews

      Reviews of the latest performance hardware.
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      Latest: Overclockers experience review Minibiker, 22 Jun 2020
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  11. Archives

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