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  1. K

    Question Script causes Powershell to open in Console Host instead of Windows Terminal

    I am trying to run a script that opens a powershell instance for every sub-directory and runs the command whisperPath Here's the code: Get-ChildItem -Directory -Recurse | ForEach-Object { Start-Process -FilePath "pwsh.exe" -ArgumentList "-NoExit -Command Set-Location -LiteralPath...
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    Question I'm getting "Access Denied" errors ?

    I am trying to setup automatic restore points in task scheduler using PowerShell. Everything that I have read shows that typing PowerShell into the run line and this script into the arguments line should create a restore point. However, I am trying to test the script before setting it up by...
  3. W

    Intel Core to Ryzen Core

    I recently switched to a ryzen core from some ancient dusty i5, as well as improving many other things in the PC. Recently, I have been surfing through my computer and am finding numerous applications and background processes that all have intel in the name. Due to no longer using anything intel...
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    [SOLVED] Exclude .pst files in USMT

    I am trying to configure a script that runs USMT however i want it to exclude just outlook pst and ost files as some of my users have massive files. i dont want to exclude outlook as a whole from USMT as i want it to save rules etc. is there a ways of editing th mig files to do what I want? i...
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    [SOLVED] Windows terminal pops up sometime with certain codes on my old laptop(windows 11 ) recently installed.Is it a virus or something??

    I face this situation many a times when i start my laptop recently, I have these contents pop up in 2 seperate powershell admin terminals. I got it installed by a friend of mine. > 750XXXA1-7XXX-4XXX-9C6C-202XXXFC10B9 AND > 32XXX7C1-6XXX-4XXX-A0AX-C8B8XXX58567 > Resolve-DnsName ...
  6. TheFlash1300

    Question Security with absolute certainty ?

    I have very important files on my laptop , and I want to keep them safe from viruses and ransomware that can encrypt them and steal them from me. I have several back-ups, but I'm still paranoid. My question, is how to have absolute certainty that my laptop definitely doesn't have viruses? As...
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    Question Using Powershell to install asus driver - for dummies

    I am completely ignorant about powershell but an ASUS driver has to be installed with powershell windows 10 operating system Download - done Click to run powershell as admin done NOW WHAT? THIS IS WHAT POWERSHELL window says: PS C:\Users\cance\Desktop\touchpad\Touchpad> THIS IS WHAT THE...
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    [SOLVED] Changing Advanced Options in Windows 10 with Powershell

    Hello again! I am working on a Powershell script to configure some Windows 10 settings for some machines that belong to me and some friends. The changes that I want to make are under Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Advanced Options. I can change the "Show a notification when...
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    [SOLVED] Is it harmful to close a command prompt/power shell during an operation?

    I was using Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.YourPhone -AllUsers | Remove-AppxPackage to uninstall the phone app, and probably closed the application a bit too quickly, but the operation did complete and the app was removed. I was wondering if I close the command window while an operation is running...
  10. nw_assassin

    [SOLVED] Setting up a PC to switch on automatically at a specific time via Bios " setup task remotely "

    In regards to the following I was looking to setup some Windows 10 computers in my office office to automatically switch on each morning in case they were switched off the day before by our users when they were working remotely from home. I know this can be done in the bios settings manually...
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    [SOLVED] [Desperate] Problems with my PC

    I've made a post previous to this that is pretty similar, I'm sorry about that, but I need new eyes and new opinions. The only reason why I'm posting this in components is because I really don't know what it could possibly be, I'm on the fence about it being my power supply still. Curse my...
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    [SOLVED] [URGENT] Sick and Tired of Guessing [Kernel Power 41]

    I would like to preface this by saying that my knowledge of computer parts is bordering on amateur. I basically know the names of the parts and what they do, and that is the extent of it. I would appreciate any help from anyone here. I'd also like to apologize for this massive, lengthy post. I...
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    Question 'All' pre-installed apps missing

    A while ago I used PowerShell to uninstall loads of bloatware from my laptop and in my haste I seem to have uninstalled pretty much everything. I first noticed that the camera wasn't being detected, I searched for it under apps and get the error "you'll need a new app to open this...
  14. corsairhead

    [SOLVED] I Ran a Debloat Script, Depriving Myself of Favorite Win 10 Tools

    I'm not sure why I felt the need to run a debloat script listed on Github (https://github.com/Sycnex/Windows10Debloater). But I didn't spend enough time with the prompt which allows you to turn actions on/off before the script runs; since running the script a couple months ago.. I have been...
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    Question Powershell app removal error

    Hey guys, im not sure if its the right place to talk about my problems, but i dont know other reddit pages. So basically i was trying to remove this app using PowerShell and i am getting some sort of error. I tried bunch of methods and nothing works. Any suggestions on how i can remove it? Error...
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    Question How to disable "Let Windows manage my default printer" first time a user logs in?

    I am a apprentice in the field of IT. I work at DTU (Denmarks Technical University). It is a quite big university, with numerous institutions. I am working in one of these institutions. All the institutions is centralized, under one head IT department, and i am working in a sub IT department...
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    Question I should have left it in its original location

    I was worried about potential space in SSD and wanted to move Program files to HDD to save space Created new folders in A: labeled "Program Files" and "Program Files (x86)" Powershelled Robocopy "C:\Program Files" "A:\Program Files" /mir Robocopy "C:\Program Files (x86)" "A:\Program Files...
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    Question Remotely Enable "Wake on Shutdown" NIC Advanced Properties

    So im tasked with enabling WOL function for all 400+ pcs we have. all win 7 hp no domain one large workgroup wol has been tested to work but we have had to setup by hand and as a proof of concept that's ok but I don't wanna do that to all of them. So the only thing that needs changing is the...
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    Power Shell Output Help

    So im not sure if this is the right area to post in but i need help with a power shell script. it runs fine i just cant get it to output to a text file. ive tried Write-Host then file-out, export-csv, making an arry then trying to output that. but no luck with anything. Any help with getting...
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    Question Need help with possible upgrade

    Yo just to give context here are my current specs. I7 3770k @4.3ghz 16gb ddr3 1600mhz hyperx blu Asus rx580 strix top oc msi z77a-g43 motherboard I have had this pc for about 6 years now and recently upgraded to that rx580 but recently i have had some troubles with my CPU and im not sure what...
  21. Lennygenneret

    [SOLVED] Fans starts for a second and then shut off

    So, okay iam pretty new to building computers and i wanted to upgrade my pc with a new motherboard extra ram a better psu and a new gpu but now when i just install the cpu a ram stick i know that works and psu works as well the fans start spinning and shut off like a second after i am really...
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    Help upgrading my PC from RX 460 to RX 590

    My PC currently has a GIGABYTE GA-78LMT-S2 Motherboard, an AMD RX 460 Graphics Card, a AMD FX 4300 Quad core processor. I like to play video games a lot but quite often my game will drop to 40 fps and it is quite annoying to have that change so suddennly. I have two questions. 1. I am thinking...
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    Laptop Recommendation for Video Editing - UK Based

    High all Decided to make a new post, as most of the ones I've read through are US based. It's Cyber Monday! So I thought today might be a good time to get a bargain... SHORT VERSION: Need laptop for the following... Casual Gaming 4k 120fps Video Editing £1000 budget but would consider a lesser...
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    [SOLVED] AM3 CPU's for gaming

    I recently finished building my first gaming rig and the processor I have installed currently have is an AMD FX-4100 and i'm aware that the CPU is not good for gaming but it works for the games I play but I plan to upgrade it in the future to something better but I don't know which CPU's are...
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    Connect my bunker hill camera to my android phone

    I just need to know how to hookup my camera to my phone
  26. yuriekatz13

    PSU 12v rail -- amps requirement for RX570/580?

    i was planning to take my chance on RX570/580.. it really depends on their rail requirments tho.. i saw the total power consumption and i think the reading is within the range of my PSU.. even with extra juice if i want to OC and such.. the problem is the 12v rail.. i dunno the require amps...
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    Logitech Gaming software compatibilitu

    I currently own a logitech g930 wireless gaming headset and am planning to get a logitech g502 proteus spectrum, will there be any conflict between tge Logitech Gaming Software versions? Like the headset doesnt work on the software but the mouse does and vice versa?
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    Which monitor is better

    I'm wondering which monitor should i get for my gtx 1070ti ViewSonic XG2402 24" Full HD 1MS LED Gaming Monitor or BenQ 24" XL2411P ZOWIE 144Hz e-Sports Gaming LED Monitor
  29. Pablo161Arnold

    Second System partition, what is it?

    So after messing up my hdd with linux dual boots, i noticed an extra partition and i was wondering what it was. The unlabeled EFI partition is the real system volume according to diskpart. Any ideas on what this System partition is? [OS = Windows 10]
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    814-s re mix eg 1500 equalizer hook up

    How to hook up
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    DIMM Slots question

    So a while ago I built a PC: Intel 6700k Asus Z170 Pro Gaming 16GB(2x8GB) G.Skill Ripjaw V series-3200 Evga GTX 1080 FTW In my MOBO manual it reccomends slots A2 and B2 but upon building it it did not post. So I read online you could try slots A1 and B1 and that worked just fine and it is...
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    Will it fit?

    I’m building a computer using an MSI X370 Gaming Pro Carbon with the new AMD Ryzen 2700. The tower is the Rosewill ATX Slim Full. I’m curious because I have an old Dell desktop lying around that I can yank the DVD drive out of it and put it in my new tower with the mobo.
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    How to know what type of ram is best for your motherboard and cpu?

    Hello, the motherboard I have is the Asus rog Strix b350-f , and the cpu I have is the ryzen 5 1600. When I was reading other threads it said to check the qvl of the motherboard to see if the ram I wanted was compatible with the motherboard. I did, but I'm confused by all of the different...
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    VR capable Graphics?

    PC has Ryzen 7 1700 cpu,4g RX550 GFX, 16GB DDR4 Ram, what more do I need for VR?
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    PC Problem (?) Micro Stutters in Game Menus + Disk Usage High on all apps when idle on dekstop, GAMEPLAY normal

    This is my problem. Whenever i enter any games like (CS:GO, PUBG, Factorio, World of Tanks) The main menu lags. Like lets say i turn up PUBG the fps is very low while launching up the lobby it goes from 20-30 FPS back to the normal 60 FPS and stays there and i can enter the actuall game and it...
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    Does screen tearing mean a faulty PC?

    Hi all, I just got a gaming PC (CPU: AMD Ryzen 3 1300X, GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060, 8GB RAM) and I’ve noticed that sometimes there is screen tearing (especially when playing Unturned and Fortnite). What happens is at first for around 30-45mins everything is fine then there is minor to moderate...
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    Which M.2 SSD

    Hi all, I currently have a ASUS B350-Plus motherboard and am looking to get an M.2 SSD. Of upto around 500GB. Please could you help and advise on which one to get? Thanks
  38. zniff

    Corsair scimitar rgb pro malfunctioning

    I recently bought a corsair scimitar rgb pro. and short time after the mouse started a short lagg lasting for only a second and even shut down completely a few times. corsair utility engine shows that it is malfunctioning. i am then searching for a fix for this otherwise i will have to send it...
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    ESXi 6.5 on Dell R710 with JBOD, VMWare unable to see JBOD drives

    So I have a Dell R710 running the following... ESXi 6.5 Dual 6 core processors 3.33Ghz 116GB RAM Broadcom NetXtreme Ethernet Boot Agent PowerEdge Expandable RAID Controller BIOS, PERC H700 Integrated FW=12.0.1-0091 JBOD Setup 8 Bay JBOD connected with eSata to R710 Asmedia 106x SATA Controller...
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    Games run at like 3fps when charger is unplugged

    Hi, I am having an issue with my laptop it has a GT940MX GPU. When the charger is plugged in the games run perfectly with no issues. However if i play unplugged the performance is a joke. My friend has this same gpu in his acer and he has no issues. My drivers are all up to date too. Please help