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Dual Boot

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  1. M

    Question Dual booting setup

    I apologise if this has been asked before, but I'm running out of time. I have Windows 7-64 Home installed on a 250 SSD, shrunk the drive to half to install Windows 10 on it. Downloaded Win 10 to a 14Gb USB and set my system to boot with it. Installed as a brand new system into that empty...
  2. C

    Question Windows 10 Pro stuck at restarting

    Hello, I can't update my windows 10 version, because it keeps getting stuck at restarting. I have a dual boot system, I use windows 7 ultimate as a main, and windows 10 pro as secondary and if I want to use windows 10 pro I have to get into bios and do it there, also I need to use windows 7
  3. M

    Question Dual boot question (W10 & Linux Mint)

    I have a Windows PC and a Linux PC. If somehow I decided to move the HDD from the Linux PC to my Windows PC, is it possible to dual boot? If it can, what should I do? Windows: W10 on 1TB HDD Ryzen 3 2200G - 8GB RAM Asrock A320M HDV Linux: Mint 19 on 500GB HDD Phenom II X4 955BE - 4GB RAM...
  4. xzahn

    Question Cleaning up my HDD partitions and cloning the OS (Win 10) to a Samsung SSD

    Hi folks, I just installed a 970 Evo Plus in my Lenovo Y700 laptop. I have the stock 1TB HDD as well with a Win 10 and Elementary OS installed. The Linux is messed up and I don't really have valuable information there so my idea is to remove the Linux from the HDD and clone the Win 10...
  5. J

    Question Installing two copies of windows on one PC

    So actually the problem is whenever i start my PC and restart it or shut it down and start is again same time it just goes to bootloop. And that mostly happens after i installed all my games and adobe softwares. I don't know whats the problem. So i thought that if i install two windows on single...
  6. S

    Question How to transfer dual boot Windows 10/Linux drive to two seperate drives?

    My system currently has a dual boot setup with Windows 10 / Linux on a single Samsung SSD with MBR. I just got a new, larger Samsung SSD. I want to transfer my Windows installation to the new drive and keep my Linux install on the old drive. I want to keep both drives in my system and select...
  7. A

    Question Removing EFI system partition a good idea?

    Hello, I tried to dual boot ubuntu with my windows 10 but after what seemed to be a successful attempt, i realized that it just did not work anymore the boot ui (where it allowed me to select which OS I would like) just did not show up and I got booted straight to windows. On top of that, I had...
  8. obi1kenobi

    [SOLVED] Windows boot

    Hi all I had to reinstall windows 10 on my desktop as I ran into a few problem. Previously When windows started it showed the Asus screen which has the delete and F2 on it and then went straight to the lock screen. Now it shows the windows logo and then goes to the lock screen. How to I change...
  9. C

    Question internet working, new pc slow wired internet

    msi b450 motherboard with 10.31.828.2018 version drivers from msi website no msi ethernet/lan programs/apps installed getting 1-10mbps download with the computer getting 82mbps via same network over wifi to my phone never had this problem before, usually latest ethernet drivers and everything...
  10. K

    [SOLVED] Poor write performances with Samsung 970 Evo Plus 500GB

    Hello, I previously had a Samsung 970 Evo 250GB and upgraded to a Samsung 970 Evo Plus 500GB And although the read speed is about what was promised, the write speed is strangely low, lower than with my old 970 250GB ?! Samsung Magician detects it on PCIe Gen 3 x4 interface so there shouldn't be...
  11. F

    Question RX570 card or driver issues

    Hello everyone. Bought a brand new Sapphire RX570 mini ITX. I install it, go to AMD site, download latest driver install goes well, reboot, all seems fine. Start BF3 and I get a memory error: View: https://imgur.com/a/z6YU0eI I restart it and same error but this time even before entering a...
  12. K

    Looking for LEDs for a Monitor

    So I’ve been searching the web trying to find some cool LEDs, I have once seen LEDs that change colour depending on what’s on your screen. I can’t remember what they’re called but I can’t find them, any help? Also I don’t know if this is the right place to ask this question but thanks anyway for...
  13. M

    How to get rid of all data in NvME M.2 SSD?

    Hi, I need to return a SSD that I used for a few days to a store. The OS I installed is Windows 10. There were some automatic login stuffs installed there. Currently, I only have a Mac that has Windows 7 installed. If I want to get rid of all the data in that SSD before returning it, what is...
  14. Hector OC

    PC won't detect GPU

    The problem I have started after I made a hard shutdown because a game crashed. When I turned on the PC my monitor showed a "no signal" message, tried disconnecting the hdmi cable, the monitor, restarting my PC, things that had worked on other occasions with this problem but with no luck this...
  15. J

    [SOLVED] Gpu freezing as it boots into windows

    I got a gtx 1070 for a bargain but every time I boot into windows past the login screen it stays on for about 10 seconds then everything freezes my pc keeps running but my keyboard mouse and monitor become un responsive. I have tried almost every driver avaliable for my gpu but all of them turn...
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    [SOLVED] Can't find header for NZXT H700 F_PANEL on Maximus VII Hero

    Hello there, I've been working on a new PC build but I've struck rock bottom trying to find where to put the NZxT front panel header on the Maximus VII Hero motherboard.
  17. D

    [SOLVED] Two 144 Hz Monitors setup for a gaming laptop

    Hi there, I have a gaming laptop (I believe the model is Metabox Prime P670HS-G) that has these connections for monitors: - 1 mini-DP - 1 HDMI - 2 USB-C connectors Currently, I already own one monitor (acer XB240H), which is connected to my laptop using the mini displayport. So now I'm...
  18. F

    [SOLVED] Dual Channel RAM

    ok so here's the point, I've got a M5A78L-M LX3 MOBO with 2 DDR3 slots, and I've installed two (1333 MHZ, 2GB each one)--->> KVR13N9S6/2 Kingston's RAMs, so I enter to CPU-Z to check the channel modules and they're working on single each one, have got to be identical part numbers? (besides from...
  19. B

    Samsung monitor flash on and off randomly

    Just built a new PC and connected it to a Samsung 28" UE590 UHD Monitor. The monitor came with an HDMI and a Displayport cable. When I connect the monitor to my graphics card with HDMI the monitor will go black and after a second it will turn back on. A HDMI sign is displayed on the top right...
  20. U

    File type help plz

    so I accidentally clicked notepad on the open with place with a .replay file and tried to set it to default but can't: I've tried to change default application by file type but I couldn't find the .replay files I'm on windows 10 pro 64 bit if that helps
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    [SOLVED] Will a gtx 1070 be fine with a Intel Xeon e5-1650 3.4ghz?

    My specs Intel xeon e5-1650 3.4ghz 6 core 16gb ram Current gpu Dual quadro 600's PSU 625w 1tb ssd Motherboard is socket lga 2011 It's a dell t3600 precision So I wondering if a gtx 1070 8gb will be fine paired with my intel xeon e5-1650 ? I plan on to game at 1080p max settings
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    Help finding a replacement M2 screw for this Acer laptop

    I need help with this weird M2 screw standoff combo, I'm wondering if I can use any kind of screw or if I need to get another screw like this from Acer, or what kind of screw do I need to set this in place. Laptop model is Acer Aspire A515 Photos of the situation http://imgur.com/a/2wlzHr0...
  23. D

    [SOLVED] Issues With both SDD and HDD Running Simultaneously

    I've seen many posts to try and figure out how to install and properly run my new Samsung Evo 860 1 TB SSD. I've gotten most of it done but I keep running into issues after every step despite the numerous posts I've searched through. Long story short, I've gotten to the point where my OS...
  24. S

    First time building my own pc, need a parts review please!

    Here is my current build, it's my first time so I wanted to make sure it looks alright all together. https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/rCZ2fH Approximate Purchase Date: Soon, within a few days. Budget Range: (around $1500) Shipping included System Usage from Most to Least Important...
  25. W

    Will it bottleneck?

    i am making a pc so i am just asking if its gonna bottleneck. CPU: R7 1700 GPU: Asus ROG Strix 1070 Ram: Corsair Vengeance 8 GB Corsair VS650 v2 and does the psu have enough watts to power the system under load?
  26. crj55

    [SOLVED] VR Computer Build 2019

    Researching for a VR computer build in April 2019. The rig will not be overclocked or water cooled. Mid-Case: Corsair Obsidian 500D RGB SE, Cooler Master MasterCase H500M ATX Mid-Tower, or NZXT H700i Black/Blue (CA-H700W-BL). Full tower: Cooler Master Cosmos C700P or be quiet! Dark Base Pro...
  27. M

    [SOLVED] PC Build help/suggestions

    So im building my frist EVER pc here folks! Before i get dumbstered by u guys for my decisions, i wanna ask for some advice. Im going to use a GIGABYTE B450M DS3H with a potentially ryzen 5 1400, or a ryzen 3 2200g( which saves me abit of precious money ) and as for GPU i managed to get my...
  28. J

    Just cable managed my system and now it won't output anything to monitor

    Hello, I just built my second ever gaming PC and when I tested it it booted fine but after I cable managed it it now refuses I to boot and won't output anything to the monitor. I have already tried clearing the CMOS and reseating the GPU and ram. My specs are - GTX 1050 ti Ryzen 7 2700x Evga 420...
  29. F

    [SOLVED] AIO CPU Cooler Mounting in Case

    Hi guys, So I have the Kraken x72 AIO Liquid Cooler for i9 9900k. Initially, I was planning to install the 360mm on the top side of the case (Cougar Panzer EVO RBG) as exhaust and push fans. However, there is not enough space as the heatsinks on the motherboard (MSI MEG z390 ACE) are in the...
  30. R

    [SOLVED] Would this CPU work?

    Would a i5-8600k CPU be compatible with a MSI H110M PRO-D (MS-7996) Motherboard?
  31. L

    Questions about keyboard.

    Hello. Sorry to reiterate these questions, probably been asked millions of times. How are you meant to pick a keyboard? What's the difference between knockoffs(Kailh) and Cherry MX's? Now I watched many videos on budget keyboards and how to pick them, but (atleast I) didn't see anyone actually...
  32. H

    [SOLVED] Is this pc worth it.

    Hi Is this Gaming Pc worth it : Cyberpower Armada 1080. https://www.very.co.uk/cyberpower-armada-1080-elite-intelreg-coretrade-i7-processor-geforce-gtx-1080-ti-graphics-16gbnbspram-2tbnbsphdd-amp-240gbnbspssd-vr-ready-gaming-pc-andnbspcall-of-duty-black-ops-4/1600300953.prd
  33. D

    Buy a new GPU or a new PC

    Hello all hope you can help me. My GPU has been acting up for a bit now, by crashing and rebooting the system. It comes when I play surtain games. So i am starting to wonder if I should upgrade it for a better one or if its better to upgrade the hole PC. I have i7-5820K 6 core 3,3 ghz cpu...
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    sherwood reciever to roku smart tv hookup

    i have a Sherwood receiver with rca jacks only... i had to buy a new tv so i went with the tcl roku smart tv... it doesn't have female rca jacks for my stereo receiver... i bought a hdmi, toslink , and hdmi converter but cant get anything to work... any ideas or solutions are...
  35. A

    Increase cooling after upgrading components?

    I am upgrading an AMD A10 system. I have a new 650W psu, a geforce gtx 750Ti and G. Skills RAM. (I have a new Coolermaster gemini heatsink and fan but I'm afraid to take the MB out - never done it) Question is: will these changes affect the A10 APU? Will I have to increase cooling to it which...
  36. O

    Pc keeps rebooting

    My pc keeps rebooting after 2 secs. And on for 2 secs till I unplug. I've tried reaseating the ram use 1 stick blow slots use other sticks in other slot and also I tried the cmos jumper and it wouldn't even boot when I had the pin installed. I had it powered on and connected the jumpers on the...
  37. O

    Significantly Slower speeds when connecting directly to modem

    This is a really hard one for me to understand. When I have my computer directly connected to my router I get about 95 down and 10 up. But when I directly connect my computer to the modem I get about 8 down and 2 up. Maybe it has something to do with my computer settings but I don't know what...
  38. S

    Should I get new CPU?

    So I play Overwatch and I recently invested in a new GPU to up my frames. Mainly because i felt that running my old GPU at 150 fps capped wasnt enough - it was during team fights it could lose upto 30 fps which feels terrible. My setup - 144hz monitor CPU - I5 6600K clocked at 4.1 doesnt show...
  39. W

    black desert online

    i was wondering if someone could help me make me a build for bdo,looking to get 1080p with 60fps on it thx,
  40. D

    Computer boots properly boots only on the second time each time

    Hello, I've been looking all over the web but no luck. each time I start my computer, it freezes on this screen the first time: Link Then, I have to force it to shut down. Then, I wait for six seconds and restart my computer and it starts properly. I bought my computer ten days ago and I...