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What kind of hard disk do I need?

Hi all, I've been getting the warning: Sec Slave Hard Disk: S.M.A.R.T Status Bad, Backup and Replace press f1 to continue each time I boot up my PC, and a quick google search determines that my hard...

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multiple freezes and reboots

Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2 OS Version: Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate, Service Pack 1, 64 bit Processor: AMD Phenom(tm) II X4 965 Processor, AMD64 Family 16 Model 4 Stepping 3...

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Solved: adding wireless recepion to a PC

I have a wireless network at home and want to connect a PC without wireless capability. Is there a good USB solution for this? (I can also do LAN on this PC)

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BUGCODE USB ERROR B.S.O.D Error with Mouse

I've been having a problem with plugging in a USB Wireless Mouse. I had put one into the 1 of my three USB ports. 2 on the left, one on the right. All other USB ports now are not recognizing this piece...

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CPU Build Concern

I'm buying parts to build a new computer, but I have never done this before. I'm not very knowledgeable about building computers so I will most likely get the parts and have someone help me build it. I...

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Laptop Docking Station

I have an home office and received a docking station for my laptop which I need help setting up since I have never done so before. I also need to network this computer to my home printer which is in...

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Safe laptop temperatures?

I know all laptops get pretty hot when they're working hard, but I've heard that the type I have (an HP Pavilion dv6) tend to get hotter than most. I don't usually use my laptop for gaming, but I've...

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Will a PS3 power cord work with iMac (Mid 2010 model)?

Whoopee, my PS3 just died, just in time for Christmas! Never mind. Anyway, when I was putting it in its grave (closet), I noticed that the power cord for looks nearly the same as my iMac's power cord....

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Broterh MFC7860DW

I cannot get the machine to printer. My OS is WIndows 8 (64 bit) and whilst the printer is connected via USB, the printer selection screen shows "Error" instead of "Online" I have uninstalled and...

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nividia driver stops working(blackscreens)

So i have this new PC that i have built its fine and all when runing a single graphics card but if i turn on sli i cant seem to play games some games i can play for a while but it fails and...

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Cpu Overheating...temps Over 130c (Amd A8-6600k)

My Rig Cpu= Amd A8-6600k Motherboard= Gigabyte F2A55M-DS2 Ram= Corsair Vengence 1600mhz Psu = 450watts My cpu Temperature goes over 130c when i check with core temp in bios it is about 89c I installed...

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Graphics Card for Architecture Design, 3D Drawing, Photoshop and Rendering?

I just sold an older gaming machine that had a GeForce GTX8800, it did the job until 3D or rendering where it would become sporadic having lags. I did not realize when I was advised by the sales rep...

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Compaq Presario 2100 startup problem.HELP

Hi guys my laptop is giving me startup problems when i press the power button the processor light flicks and the fan runs but only for a few seconds, shuts down and starts again on its on. It does that...

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SSD - rules for fitting and using

Hi everyone, I have a 'Crucial' brand SSD on it's way. I note the manufacturers advice to touch (ground) myself with the pc prior to handling the SSD. I see on Amazon that they advertise metal, plastic...

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New to forum: Thoughts on Asus Maximus Hero?

Hello all, First post here on the forum, Carey Holzman referred me to this place. Just want your general thoughts here; what do you guys think about the Asus Maximus VI ROG Hero Mobo? I already bought...

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Solved: Subwoofer making alien noises

What's up guys, I just rearranged my PC set up and as soon as I hooked up the speakers, the moment I turned the volume up with the control wheel it starts making an alien-like noise. What do?

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USB Format

Hi people I have a problem which may be very easy to fix but I have been trying for hours and cant find a solution. I have a 4gb usb flashdrive. I formatted it to fat32. It all went well no errors but...

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Computer stuck in power saving mode after gaming for a bit

The problem is after 10-60 minutes of gaming or a long time idling, my computer freezes. The monitor goes in to power save mode and won't wake up, so the only way to stop it is to forcibly shut it...

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Solved: Cannot detect printer

We have three computers on home wifi network, all Win 7, one Home Premium, other two Pro. Canon MX6220 AIO printer printed wireless from all three. It has now stopped printing wireless from my Home...

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Slow USB 3.0 & 2.0 transfer speed on Windows 8

Hey guys, I've a HP Pavilion 14-n061TX Windows 8 notebook with a i5-4200U, 4GB of RAM and 5400RPM hard drive, but my USB 3.0 transfer speed is 'round 15Mb/s. Enormously slow! I heard people say'in...

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