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    Question This is the work of a remote hacker, right ?

    How do I begin to address these? I'm certain PC is compromised, no AV programs are recognizing it though, whether in normal or safe mode. This is my parent's pc and they refuse to learn to use Firefox. Im guessing they picked this up via Chrome? First, there's an odd folder just labeled...
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    Question Transferring internal hard drive 500 GB SSD to 2 TB SSD

    Thank you for this! I was looking to find out how to swap out my small SSD running my OS for a larger one. Can you please clarify for me that this should work using your instructions? It seems since the new SSD isn't Samsung I can use Macrium and just should install the Hynix driver first, do...
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    [SOLVED] What can I replace this modem/router with?

    Thank you guys for your input! To answer Samir's question, I only have one public IP so luckily not an issue. I've gone with the model Arris SBG10 with 2 Lan ports for budget reasons so hoping all switches out without issue.
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    [SOLVED] What can I replace this modem/router with?

    ISP is Time Warner Spectrum 200Gbps download speed. CURRENT Modem/Router Manufacturer Model to be replaced: Ubee DVW32C1(wireless disengaged) Existing Routers in use: Archer C50(running network 1) TP-Link Archer C2600(running network 2) First, THANK you for taking the time to...
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    [SOLVED] Does my Asrock B450 Pro4 w/Ryzen5 2400G support these dual monitors?

    Thanks! Should I keep this thread open until I get them hooked up to confirm it works?
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    [SOLVED] Does my Asrock B450 Pro4 w/Ryzen5 2400G support these dual monitors?

    Thank you all for your time. Mobo : Asrock B450 Pro4 CPU: Ryzen 5 2400G Monitors(two): Dell U2415 I'm looking to find out whether I can set these up to my computer using the single Displayport in MST mode. I can't simply plug and try because someone is looking to sell them to me and I'm...
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    Question Why is my i5-8300H overheating?

    Sorry, that was 204deg F = 95deg C The T-Junction for the 8300H CPU is listed as 100deg C = 212deg F by Intel.
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    [SOLVED] Disable intel integrated graphics

    I apologize if this is an overly simple suggestion, but I haven't seen it mentioned here yet. Make sure that you have downloaded and installed the Nvidia control center. You should be able to set the 'Global settings' to easily direct the system to use the 2060 graphics card for all instances...
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    Question Why is my i5-8300H overheating?

    Thank you in advance for taking the time to read this. I hope to be brief and to the point. I have an Acer an515-53(or 54, I think) CPU = i5-8300H GPU = GTX 1050 Ti Other specs irrelevant because none come close to approaching max utilization for my issue. For my work I have to open and...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    Thank you so much for your assistance in this. instead of wasting your time with what could have been a problem, I waited to try hooking up both routers to see what problem would exist. luckily, both routers have now been hooked up successfully and are running independent and secure networks...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    Yes, the cable is good and status confirms active connection of 1.0Gbps with 0 packets received. I removed the physical addresses but when using ipconfig /all I have the following: Windows IP Configuration Primary DNS Suffix: This is blank Node Type . . . :Hybrid IP Routing...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    Perfect, thank you for clarifying. I've purchased enough Cat6 to run a physical line from the modem-router to the other family to hook up to a new TP-Link Archer C2600 router for them. Not even 40meters so signal will be fine. My only concern is that when I try connecting my laptop by plugging...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    Thank you for laying out those options Bill. Assuming legal use won't be an issue for now. If I understand you correctly, I could feasibly hardwire the Lan1 and Lan2 connections from the modem/router into two routers, each broadcasting their own network for each family? And neither side...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    Thank you for that info. I hadn't considered simply enabling a Guest Network for them. We currently have it enabled for our own guests but wouldn't mind giving that up if it would address our needs. The current wiring has the existing router placed in a 1st floor corner room of the home and...
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    [SOLVED] TWO secured networks using a single residential Modem?

    ISP is Time Warner Spectrum Modem Manufacturer Model: Ubee DVW32C1 Existing Router: Archer C50 Proposed Second Router: TP-Link Archer C2300 Goal: Use current Modem to allow TWO distinct routers to broadcast TWO different networks. Situation: At our residential address we have two separate...