Recent content by jakeagha

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    Question MacBook Air M2 with MacOS Ventura - not working with DisplayLink-enabled docking station ?

    I have a MacBook Air M2 running MacOS Ventura. I currently have this docking station: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/alogic-universal-twin-hd-pro-docking-station. I have downloaded the DisplayLink software onto my MacBook and restarted the device numerous times; yet is it not connecting to...
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    WD My Passport Ultra vs Toshiba Canvio - 2TB portable hard drive

    Hi, I am in need of a new portable hard drive, and am upgrading from a 1TB drive to a 2TB drive. I have narrowed down my options to the following 2 - note: I am in Australia and these are Australian websites with prices in Australian dollars...
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    GTX 1060 or 1070 with FX 8320?

    Hi, I currently have a FX 8320 CPU (stock clock - not overclocked) and 2x Gigabyte Radeon 7870's with 2GB VRAM for each card (run in Crossfire). I am considering upgrading my 2 7870's to either a GTX 1060...
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    Portable external HDD showing as Local Disk (F:)

    Hi, I know there are a lot of threads like mine but none of the solutions work for my particular problem. I have a Western Digital WD Elements 1TB portable external HDD with USB connectivity. I went to plug it in to my gaming desktop today and I couldn't access any files. The green loading bar...
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    Does the following PC build need a sound card?

    Hi, I am helping my friend configure a gaming PC build (his gaming laptop has shat itself). He has specified an ASUS 970 PRO GAMING/AURA AM3+ ATX motherboard. I am wondering, does he really need a sound card or will the standard motherboard sound do? In his build, he has specified a $369 AUD...
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    Do I need a CPU cooler if I already have 4 case fans in my case?

    Hi, I am thinking of upgrading my CPU from an AMD 8320 to an Intel i7 6700. I already have 4 case fans in my case. Would I need to buy a CPU cooler to run alongside my 4 case fans or would my 4 existing fans manage the load OK? I thank you in advance for helping me! Thanks Jake
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    Intel i5 4460 and AMD Radeon 7870 compatibility

    Hi, I have a gaming computer that currently has an AMD 8320 CPU and 2x Gigabyte Radeon 7870 OC GPU's in a 2 way Crossfire. I am thinking of upgrading my CPU to an Intel i5 4460 (1150 socket). Would my GPU's be compatible with the i5 4460? I have heard and seen stories on the internet about...
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    Can I connect a printer to WiFi using ethernet through a WiFi extender?

    Hi, I am new to these forums!! I have a printer (HP OfficeJet L7500 series, http://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-officejet-pro-l7500-all-in-one-printer-series/2511708) at home in the study. My modem is in the living room (other end of the house), on top of the TV because we have cable...