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    windows 10 laptop connected to tv via hdmi, keeps going to sleep after 1-2 min of inactivity

    i have to log back in every time... nothing works, changed the display settings, updated drivers... no driver malfunction, power saving mode is off, tv is fairly new, hdmi cable is new and good quality, laptop never had this problem before tv stays on but laptop goes into sleep mode...
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    i3 8100 Stock Cooler

    I'm so sorry if this has been asked for 3 million times but i still want to ask something. I'm building a PC with i3 8100 now I comes with a free cooler. But a lot of my friends said the stock is shit for me who does some video editing and pretty long session of gaming. I searched around and...
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    Monitor in Power Save Mode After New GPU

    I've had a huge headache since buying a new graphics card. I've combed through these forums and other forums for help and have reached a dead end. Here's my basic set up: Intel 4770k CPU GTX1080 Ti Seasonic 80+ Gold 650W PSU 16GB DDR3 RAM Dell E228WFP 22" flat panel widescreen monitor (pretty...
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    Unreal games nightmare..

    So..i started playing fernbus simulator after an update,was running ok but then it started to do a huge stutter pike down to ~45 fps for a second then back to 60..happens like every 1-2 mins.. Got Bus simulator 18 and same thing same engine. The Crew 2 runs fine but some FPS dips sometimes...
  5. L

    Power SSD/HDD from the PSU PCI-E connector

    Hey, Changed my PSU to the cooler master real power pro 520w. However the sata power cables that came with it doesnt fit my ssd or hdd for some reason. My old sata cables has a 6pin cable going into the PSU and my new one is using some sort of horizontal 5pin thing. There is however 2 PCI-E...
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    New graphics card, will it work with my old motherboard?

    Hi everyone! I'm looking at buying a GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB Graphics Card, but I'm worried about my motherboard, as that hasn't been upgraded in a long time, it's an ASUS M4A785TD-V EVO. If anyone has any idea, I'd really appreciate the help. Thanks!
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    Strange network dropout - two switches, where'd my device go?

    Hi everyone. Newbie here. We sell Naim Audio (www.naimaudio.com) networked audio systems that use uPNP and this morning a customer brought in their unit (a Naim Audio Unitilite) for a check over. When I plugged it into our PoE switch to connect it to our network, our Naim Audio ND5 streamer -...
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    would a gtx 770 work on this setup?

    I'm a noob builder without sufficient knowledge about building PCs, just online basic shits. My current rig is: Gigabyte GA H110m ds2 Intel G4600 Klevv Fit4 8gb RAM corsair vs450 psu If it's worth noting, my case has a 240mm fan. I'd appreciate any help.
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    FPS higher than monitor refresh rate?

    i get about 200 fps on dota 2 but my monitor is only 60hz my question is should i cab my fps in dota 2 to 60 or is it better to keep it uncabed?
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    PC Build for 4K video playback

    Hey! I need to choose a CPU for my new PC build. for the build I will have a GTX 950 GPU i'm considering to get the i5 7600K do you think it can handle 4k video content play backing or that I should get an i7 7700 instead?
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    Fatal Error when rebooting

    I keep getting a fatal system thread error on windows 10. The error is SYSTEM_THREAD_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED Both auto repair, wipe with keeping files, complete wipe and clean reinstall with all updated drivers it continues to happen. The only recent HW changes a new Asus AC53 Nanso USB wifi...
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    Red ligth dram. Everything else is on

    I just got done building my pc and when I tried turning it on all the fans and the motherboard did go onn but I didn't get a signal and there is a red light next to dram. The mb is mounted in the case with 3 standoffs because there were only 3 with the case but I don't think that is the...
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    my pc dosent boot sometimes

    Hey guys i hope someone can help me with my problem. My problem is that when i start my pc the screen stays black nothing happens but sometimes boots perfectly.I don't know if its the psu or the gpu. My specs are asrock 970m pro3 motherboard fx 6300 oc r7 260x 8gb ram raidamx 535w psu pls i need...
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    Evga Power supply

    Hi! So I have gotten into building my first PC. I have gotten most of my parts from The Linus Tech Tips video where he talked about the Ultimate value gaming PC. However I can't get the power supply I wanted and I am wondering if the EVGA 430w atx power supply is compatible with the Corsair Spec...
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    Video editing computer build help!

    Hi, I need help building a computer for video editing. I'll be using Sony vegas pro to edit. Using full HD and 4k footage. I have some parts that i'd like to use and currently my goal is to upgrade/add parts just to get the system up and running and leave room for future upgrading to turn it...
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    how do i find the device model using mac address

    how do i find the device model using mac address
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    Need Help On A PC.

    Hey guys so im looking into buying a laptop for around 800$ what would you guys recommend ? The main purpose of the PC is just mainly browsing on the internet, using word and maybe from time to time playing some light weight games.
  18. JohnD212

    Suddenly got out of memory message

    Hi, I am running Windows 7 64bit with 16GB of RAM. Tonight was streaming some video from Twitch on FireFox and playing World of Warcraft when everything suddenly froze up, World of Warcraft closed and I got a message about being out of memory. I closed FireFox and was able to relaunch World of...
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    Help! Monitor for this pc gaming!

    Hello everyone , I need help in the purchase of a monitor because i am in total confusion. This is my pc specs: CPU: i5 6500 Scheda madre: Msi h170 gaming m3 RAM: corsair 2×4 gb ddr4 PSU: xfx ts 650 80+ gold And then a future gtx 1070. Budget 250/300 $ Now i need a 60hz or 144hz monitor? I had...
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    Which pc should i choose?

    I haven't been in the pc building business to long. Only got into it when NVidia Maxwell came out. I'm building a used system for a friend. Should I get: I7 2600K and 2 HD 6970's in crossfire(£340) or I7 4770k and gtx 760 (£400) Both are for complete systems with other components being very...
  21. lazyboy947

    Cooler for i7 3770k

    I just got a good deal on a i7 3770k and it does not have the stock cooler with it, So deciding which cooler to go with. Looking at the obvious CM hyper 212 evo, as well as the Cryorig H7, and the bequiet pure rock. So looking in the $30-40 range. Looking for best cooling that is quiet for stock...
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    Asus Sabertooth 990fx R2.0 Bios update issues

    So i had a 2012 bios an decided it could do with an update. i downloaded the AI Suite II and the right bios from the asus website for my motherboard. I used AI Suite II to update it and it finished. Then it asked if i wanted to update logo and i just press next. all of a sudden my gpu driver...
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    HELP with graphics card

    xtr psu 750w win 7 sp1 64bit msi z97 gaming 5 mobo GeForce gtx 970 - dc20c 1tb hard drive and a 120gb ssd So 2 days ago i decide to put in my hard drive and ssd while i was using my old hard drive the whole computer works fine i then add the ssd and drive and the computer stops working, ive...
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    Upgrade from i5 2500k stock to i7 6700k?

    Hi there I'm seriously considering upgrade my system from sandy bridge to skylake. Current specs are as follows: i5 2500k (stock) Corsair H80 GT (stock cooler broke) 8GB DDR3 ram Foxcon z77a motherboard (can't overclock on it) GPU: Sappire Fury PSU: Corsair CX600M SSD, HDD I'm looking at...
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    Some hardware questions.

    I have question about my motherboard and processor. I have asked few people and got different answers. So I am going to ask it here to. http://www.cpu-world.com/CPUs/K8/AMD-Athlon%2064%20X2%205000%2B%20-%20ADO5000IAA5DO%20(ADO5000DOBOX).html...
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    Multi-Monitor Setup- Extra Question

    Hey guys, I'm back! I just had another quick question. I realize one of the 2 monitors I will need to plug into the motherboard (3 total, main going to GPU) has a female DVI port connection on the motherboard. Assuming the monitor's included HDMI cable is standard, I will need an adapter to...
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    What should i upgrade?

    so im in a pickle... i currently have an fx 8370 (@4.7 990fxa-ud5 on air and thinking of h110igt and a sabertooth or crosshair so i can get 5ghz) and an r9 290 (msi twin frozr @1090 mhz gpu and 1300 ram) and would like to upgrade my system so i can play battlefront and fallout 4 maxed out on...
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    5960x or xeon e5 2630 v3?

    I'm going to update my x79 system by September and I am stuck deciding between the 5960x ($1000) and the 2630 v3 ($650). Right now, all I do (mostly) is gaming on my rig. However, I do plan on doing heavy rendering in the near future. I currently have an R9 295x2 and will add either a 290x or...
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    Problem with Port Forwarding and running a dedicated server

    Hey guys, im brand new to the server thing. Im trying to run a dedicated server for Rust. So far ive gotten it to work for only me. i can log into the game and use a command to log into my server. But when i try and get my friends to join, theyre telling me they get a message saying server not...
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    Budget PC Build

    Anyone have advice for this PC Build: http:// http://pcpartpicker.com/p/J2YFrH I'm extremely new to this stuff and some help would be appreciated.
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    i was watching a dvd on my laptop just an hour back,i removed it for some time now when i put it back,it cant open,any cd i in

    i was watching a dvd on my laptop just an hour back,i removed it for some time now when i put it back,it cant open,any cd i insert in the laptop cannot open,the laptop doesn't even show that there is a CD inside, please someone help
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    Windows will not "recognize" USB flash drive or external HDD (or Kindle)

    Windows 8.1 on my desktop has stopped "recognizing" many of my USB devices. I use quotes because the devices receive power (light up when plugged in), the Windows jingle plays implying the device is detected, and sometimes the "device setup" window pops up and the green bar fills up. These...
  33. Notrix

    suggest me a decent laptop

    hello, I am an Engineering student pursuing a degree in Comp sc. anyways its my first year, can anybody please suggest me a decent laptop for little gaming ( at least 20+ fps in modern titles in low settings) and basic C++ programming, i live in India by the way and my budget is up to Rs.45000...
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    New PC build (~1250€)

    HI GUYS!! Im going to buy a new computer. i have ~ 1250€ to spend. id like to have a msi gamin 5, a nvidia graphics card ( can it be the new gtx 970?) and an Intel i7 or i5. Also, a 250 gb ssd and a computer casse. i dont need any periferials. thank you!! :D
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    Spare 60GB SSD

    So I just upgraded my 60GB SSD to a 240GB SSD. therefore now i have a space 60GB SSD that i don't know what to do with, and cool ideas? i don't have a laptop to stick it in so that's out the question. I was thinking maybe use it in my car to load music onto, I tried the old drag and drop but...
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    £1200+ PC gaming rig… First build, please advise.

    Hi there, I've finally decided to get a really good P.C. I love gaming, and i want to get a top range P.C and also Future Proof it the best i can. I've so far found two possible builds within my budget: http://elitegamingcomputers.com/top-gaming-computers/ ~$2000 / £1,190 <...
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    Need Help FOR HP Windows 7

    when i start my hp it starts normally but then it hangs up on a purple screen for about 5 minutes before my desktop shows up-pls somebody help me-ive scanned and scanned and nothing
  38. Evil Joker

    Intel & Amd differences ?

    Hi! I was wondering what are the differences between this 2? I know Intel rules on single core, and AMD has up to 8 cores. But how many apps can use 4-6 cores? Are the new games demanding more and more cores? An intel with 4 cores but with HP is far superior than one fx 9****? What kind of apps...
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    Moving Programs Over

    So I'm about to move all my old stuff from my old compy to a new more modern one. It seems I can't clone the HDD because I'll be using a SSD+HDD combo to run this new computer. I can afford to reinstall the programs, but how can I carry over their work, progress, settings, etc?
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    Which casing is better for me?

    Hi there, first time posting here :) So I'm thinking of upgrading my casing. My current casing is CM Elite 431 Plus. Now the problem I'm having right now is that I can't really keep my cabling neat. As I read somewhere untidy cabling means there's no proper air flowing inside out. Plus the...