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    [SOLVED] Windows 7 will not activate

    I recently wiped a second hand Dell latitude 1545 Laptop that had windows 7 on it. It originally came with windows vista but at some point the original owner must have upgraded it. I extracted the product key using a registry tool. But now the laptop is refusing to activate and I don't have an...
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    [SOLVED] Can't Boot into BIOS or OS

    I switched to a better monitor and the problem was resolved
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    [SOLVED] Can't Boot into BIOS or OS

    Hi, I have just assembled my first PC and I'm having trouble getting it to boot into an OS install disc or the BIOS. I can't open the boot menu. My specs are HERE on PCPartPicker and a LightScribe drive I have tried disconnecting any unimportant components such as the SSD, USB peripherals...
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    [SOLVED] Best 550w PSU

    Hi, I am looking for recommendations for an about 550 watt PSU. I have a budget around €60, £53, $68. The case can support any PS/2 - ATX PSU up to a depth of 220mm The specs of my build are written here on PCPartPicker I am also going to have a SATA II Light-scribe drive that I couldn't...
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    [SOLVED] will this PSU fit in this Case

    Hi, I was thinking of purchasing the EVGA 100-W1-0500 and the Bitfenix Comrade Windows case. The case spec sheet says it supports a PS2 PSU. The PSU is 85 mm in height and 150 mm wide. Will the PSU fit in the case? Thank you for reading this. Bitfenix Case Spec sheet: HERE EVGA PSU spec...
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    Can't connect Internet

    What is the model number of the Dell computer and is the network adapter showing up in the device manager To launch device manager press WIN+R and type in DEVMGMT.MSC
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    How to adjust samsung led tv as a computer monitor the desk top icons hidden

    If you press the P.SCAN button on your Samsung tv remote until it says JUST SCAN, you should be able to see every element on screen.
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    [SOLVED] Received black screen asiking me to load disk to reboot.

    Try booting into safe- mode. If it boots than their is a way saving the current installation. Do the following STEP 1: Boot into Safe Mode by repeatedly pressing F8 on your keyboard STEP 2: Select SAFE MODE STEP 3: Login to an administrator account STEP 4: Press WIN+R to open up a run dialog box...
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    [SOLVED] Need to Upgrade Vista Ulitmate 32bit. What is the most cost effective version, quickest.

    The Cheapest option is to install Linux. Linux Mint has a good UI, similar to Windows, but many apps won't work on it. If you need Windows. look for a copy on sites like EBay, though they tend to cost around 90 quid Linux Mint download | v https://linuxmint.com/
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    vista to 7 upgrade free?

    you will need to purchase a new licence for a newer OS
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    Dell Vostro 1510 freezing

    Launch windows Safe Mode with command prompt and run this command sfc /scannow This solution resolved constant freezing for myself
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    I have vista. which anti malware and anti virus do I use

    Try installing Malwarebytes its a free anti-Malware and it is legit - I use myself download it from the official website https://www.malwarebytes.com/
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    I got IQ800 TouchSmart with a blank HDD, what do?

    If you need a copy of an old OS legally i would suggest looking on eBay