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    Question No signal on monitor after reboot(no issue with monitor or cable)

    Hi! I've recently got my son a new desktop PC (custom build). When I set it up and connected all cables it worked without any issues, then after a reboot it stop giving signals to the monitor(HDMI) I've done different troubleshoting like: Connecting another PC to the monitor - monitor works...
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    Question What spec computer should I get my new employee ?

    Hello, I am getting my employee a work computer. My employee will be dealing with multimedia and professional video editing. In addition, the computer should be able to run modern video games at 60+ fps. The budget is $5000. My employee asked me to get him this bee link computer. I am...
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    Question UPS+desktop PC or a thinkbook laptop or UPS+mini PC?

    # Purpose On-premises intermediate devops learning. Note: All prices are worst case. I assume I will get few thousands discount while buying physically by bargaining. Option-1(Laptop): # Lenovo Thinkbook 14 Core Ultra 5 225U 15th Gen |16GB RAM |512GB SSD | 14″ WUXGA IPS | Backlit and...
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    Question Windows changes my icon arrangement on desktop

    Hi I got my desktop icons neatly arranged. I have about 40 icons there Whenever a new file is downloaded or put to desktop by some app it goes "aw nice arrangement. LEMME CHANGE THAT" and then the new icon is put and changes my arrangement It can push it all down, or some rows down and put the...
  5. blackernel

    Question Why is ghost key press happening on my PC keyboard ?

    Recently I had to change the keyboard of my desktop PC. Since then, random/ghost key press is happening. It starts immediately after booting or some times later randomly. What I've tried: I've changed the keyboard with another brand new one and same problem persists. I've also tested by using...
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    Question Low-voltage desktop motherboard USB

    Hello everyone. I'm new here on the forum. I have a BrazilPC BPC HM55 NT motherboard with USB problems. There are six USB ports on the back, arranged in pairs, of which the four lower ports have a voltage of 1 volt when no device is connected. They maintain this voltage when all four ports are...
  7. Icediamondshark

    Question Wireless input delay exclusively on desktop PCs ?

    So for basically months now I've been struggling with unplayable amounts of input delay when using any wireless connections on my pc. It was a problem with my old pc, and I've kept searching for answers, but nobody responded to my posts on reddit. So I was like surely It's because my pc is too...
  8. chinustrike

    Question PC randomly gets stuck after startup ?

    PC Specs CPU: i5-12400F Mobo: Gigabyte h610 DSH RAM: 16GBX2 DDR4 3200MHz XPG Adata GPU: INNO3D 3060ti PSU: Corsair RM850 Storage : 500GB Corsair P3 NVMe, WD 2TB HDD OS: Windows 11 The issue is like once I start the system, it gets stuck. sometimes display goes off, gpu fans stop spinning, or...
  9. procat1234

    [SOLVED] Windows desktop icons rearranging themselves when closing the lid

    I am on the latest Windows 11 24H2 version. When I close my laptop lid and open it again, some of the icons move themselves up. Specifically, only the rightmost ones move. I tried disabling auto-arrange Icons and updating my drivers, but it is still happening. Are there any solutions? Thank you...
  10. Alinawilliams

    Question Seeking Recommendations for an Affordable 1080p HTPC Build

    Hello everyone, I'm planning to build a budget-friendly Home Theater PC (HTPC) to enjoy DVDs, Blu-rays, and streaming services like Netflix on a recently acquired 1080p TV. As this is my first HTPC build, I would appreciate guidance on the essential components required for smooth 1080p playback...
  11. Revax

    Question PC not booting – - - Motherboard stuck on DRAM/Boot LEDs ?

    Hi everyone, I recently built my first desktop PC with little prior experience, and I’m running into boot issues. Here are my specs: Motherboard: ASUS B650 Plus WiFi CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR5 2x16GB Cooler: Thermalright PS120SE CPU Air Cooler GPU: Gigabyte Radeon RX...
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    Question Sporadic, graphically distorted Bluescreen on Windows 10 PC - - what's causing it ?

    The Bluescreen occurs very sporadically on my Windows 10 desktop computer: Can be twice per day or with two months in between: After it occured I have to do a hard reset. Checking the various Memory dump entries over time showed these entries: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL...
  13. TiagoVieiriiia

    Question GPU not booting up.

    I am having an issue with my desktop. Sometimes, when booting up the pc or taking it off rest mode, the system all starts except the GPU. So I get no display, but I get audio, noticed by the windows boot up sound. This is followed also by a white VGA indicator on the motherboard. It really looks...
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    Question Random hard resets regardless of OS

    Recently, I cleaned up all the cables on my desktop. Just rerouted everything, zip tied excess cable, etc. I additionally connected my case's audio and USB-C cables to the correct headers, and flipped my CPU fan because it was actually in the wrong direction (oopsies). However, immediately...
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    Question Computer won't turn on since upgrading the GPU ?

    Hi everyone! I bought a GeForce RTX 3060 GPU to replace my old GeForce 1650, and any time I connect my 8-pin 6+2 pin to my computer and the PSU, nothing happens. If I leave the power supply connected to the GPU my computer is completely silent, no fans turn on, lights on the motherboard do not...
  16. Gaming.time

    Question Flaws in this prebuilt?

    I currently run a i7-8700 and 2080 build, but my computer is ~6 years old and no longer as well suited for modern games I found this prebuild that seems very relatively cheap compared to others given its specs (4060ti, 32gb ddr5 ram, i7-14700f)...
  17. Verybusy44

    Question Badly reviewed pre-built desktop from Newegg?

    Hello, PC expert. I am deciding if I want to purchase this pre-built desktop from Newegg. It is quite badly reviewed by other buyers, and it does smell quite fishy with 50% discount. Most bad reviews I found are from bad air flow, case fans dying, and PSU failure. What are your thoughts on...
  18. leyn

    Build Advice Looking for feedback on incoming 2024 Q4 $2000 game dev PC build

    Approximate Purchase Date: already got core parts in 2023, want to buy final parts by June 2024 Budget Range: 2000-2500 EUR (2200-2700 USD) Country: France (you can check prices on websites like https://www.idealo.fr/ or https://ledenicheur.fr/, but I’m mostly interested in compatibility)...
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    Question Are PowerColor GPUs good?

    The GPU I want, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Super, isn't currently available, so I'm thinking of buying an equivalent - PowerColor Radeon RX 6600 Fighter 8GB GDDR6. That GPU is produced by PowerColor, but I have never heard of this brand. Can someone tell me if this is a reputable brand or should I...
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    Question Trouble with moving my windows install on a lenovo v50t gen 2 13-iob

    Trouble with moving my windows install on a lenovo v50t gen 2 13-iob Hi! Im attempting to move my windows 11 pro installation from a 2tb nvme onto a second drive in my lenovo v50t gen 2 11qe. I read that, since my pc was oem, all i would have to do is: remove the 2tb drive, make a windows usb...
  21. velocci

    Question using a NAS hardrive in a desktop

    Hi all, is there any issues for a NAS hardrive if you use it in a desktop? Not in terms of performance, but in terms of the longevity of the drive. will it break sooner if you use it this way since the desktop will get turned off and on? I want to buy a large drive as backup and put it in my...
  22. therudegoat

    Question System upgrade for a professional architect

    Hello everyone, I'm currently in the process of assembling a high-end PC and am also looking to purchase two high-end laptops. The primary use for these machines will be running AutoCAD and other demanding applications, with a focus on efficient rendering and overall quick performance. My...
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    Question Need Help Choosing M.2 SSD for i3-8100 Desktop

    I've got an i3-8100 desktop with a Gigabyte H310-S2P motherboard, and I just found out it has an M.2 SSD slot. I've never used one before and need advice on which type of SSD to get. Can anyone suggest a compatible M.2 SSD type or generation? Also, any tips on what to tell the seller when buying...
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    Question Computer sometimes not turning on or booting ?

    This issue is very weird to me because it was super inconsistent and is starting to feel more common now. Basically my computer turns on, boots and works completely fine, I may use it for hours, play on it, no issues at all, but, from time to time, it will simply either not boot or even power on...
  25. KpuCko

    Question I need to replace my old box, advises welcomed, new build

    Hi there, Last few days I see unusual behavior on my main PC, without any load it the mouse simply freezes for a second, then continues to move. Sometimes the PC completely freeze and reboot is the only option to get it back working. Although I know I haven't done any troubleshooting so far, I...
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    Question My pc turns on but there are no displays on monitor and turns it off immediately

    Hi so I'm new here Basically I'm already experiencing this problem for awhile now. This first happend when I left my pc to go to another place for my summer vacation Once I got back to it, my pc won't boot up It does turn on tho but the windows startup dosent pop up nothing even pops up not...
  27. ZTolerance

    Question GeForce Experience doesn't record the Windows Desktop

    Dell G15 Special Edition 5521 laptop with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Recently, I noticed that I no longer have the ability to record my Desktop through NVIDIA GeForce Experience. On Windows (on the Desktop), the recording status icon is missing. The Record/Start button does not initiate...
  28. nitec

    Question Cannot solve DirectX problem

    Hello everyone, I am here with a really annoying issue today. I could not find any solution out there so I had to ask here. First of all, I'm sorry if I'm breaking any rules, but I couldn't find the rules section and forgive me if I made a spelling mistake or if I am in wrong forum section...
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    Question Lexar NM610 NVMe problem

    Good day, I've recently put up a new rig with the following specs: Gigabyte B550M Ryzen 5 5600G Kingston Fury 16GB 3200Mhz Palit RTX3050 Corsair CX650 Lexar 1TB NM610 My main problem is that my Lexar NVMe seems to be working subpar. It usually takes 98-100% process when loading games as shown...
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    Question Need help with Upgrading Acer Aspire XC-603G UW14

    I have a standard Acer Aspire XC-603G UW14 (Desktop), and what can be upgrade on it? Here are my Questions: 1. What type of RAM does it support and where to get some? 2. Can the original disc drive be swapped with a Blu-ray drive? 3. Does it support a graphics card, and what kind? Not sure...
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    Question Desktop humming loudly

    Hi there. I recently replaced the front case fans on my PC but have noticed a very loud hum while it's on. I actually replaced the fans twice; the first time with Corsair fans, then I switched back to the original fans for a while due to issues with the Corsairs, and then I replaced them again...
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    Question desktop

    Returning to Prior Desktop Folder Setup What I did that Caused the Problem I tried to fix the default file save location in Adobe Premiere Pro, with no luck. In the process I found that my general default file save location was to OneDrive, which has been moved to my I: drive (where I keep all...
  33. Jaybird222

    Question Upgrading a STGAubron Gaming PC?

    I reposted with the correct format, I apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your help!
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    Question Video freezes and voice drops in live webinar

    Hi, I have built a desktop PC having specs: Processor: i5-13400F Graphics card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1650 4gb OC edition Memory: 16 gb DDR5 (Corsair Vengeance) SSD: Crucial 480gb bx500 HDD: Geonix 500 gb Power supply: Gigabyte 550 Watt Wifi card: Realtek 8822ce 802.11 pcie based card OS...
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    Question 2TB SSD, which one would you recommend?

    I use my desktop for a variety of things including general school work or games. My most demanding games are ARK (both the old version and very demanding new version that came out today), GTA5, COD MW3, Warzone, Tarkov, GTFO. I play a variety of other less demanding games. My most demanding...
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    Question How do i insert a dvd disc into this old samsung dvd driver on my desktop?

    I never used this dvd rom before and now i am trying to install windows 10 from a disc. But i cant find the correct way to insert the dvd. There isn't a holder in the center like the most of the laptops dvd rom has where the disc easily sits. There is no such holder in the center and i also...
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    Question Persistent Sound problems. No Idea what to do

    I've been having this issue with my desktop sound for a while and I have no idea how to fix it now. For starters; sometimes when I'm playing a game, the sound will completely cut out and will only come back on when I do some sort of interaction, mainly when using mouse1. Also for some reason...
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    When renaming files on desktop then moving to next file on desktop it instead goes to recycle bin

    Hi, this problem just started this week probably from the latest update. I download files on my desktop to name them and put them in the correct folder. When you download a file it starts from left to right up to down so that is how they show up on the desktop as I download them. I always...
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    Build Advice It's time for another PC upgrade!

    Hello everyone! It's time for another PC upgrade, and I'd like to ask for some help and recommendations from you. A few years ago, you already assisted me with advice, and I built a pretty decent rig that has held up well until now. Even BG3 runs smoothly! The goal is not too ambitious...
  40. RemoRento

    Question Razer Blackshark v2 Usb Mic Doesn't Work

    Hey everyone I wonder if you can solve a problem I am facing and thank you for giving me your time. Onto the problem, I have a Razer Blackshark V2 Usb headset and its mic doesn't work. I have a laptop which headset works fine with but when I am using my desktop it acts up. I say acts up cause I...