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    Question PC randomly not working properly

    Hello, so yesterday my PC was running fine like it should be. Tonight, I launched a game (Marvel Spiderman Remastered Steam for example) and it kept crashing saying that dxgi error (google it you'll know). Once it crashed I launched it again a few more times and it crashed every time then I ran...
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    Question HELP!!

    I just made a new pc, I downloaded Windows 10 install media onto a usb andI booted it and it came up with "Reboot and select proper boot device" I was using an old USB drive. I'm now using a new USB with windows on it, I boot up and it comes up with "An operating system wasn't found try...
  3. SocratesCrab

    Question Why will my computer not download a driver?

    tried to pull a driver from this website and others that's spouse to allow me to edit my Utech smart mouse yet it keeps showing up as a word document instead. Tried from they're website and from this one both show up as a word doc. Any help would be appreciated.
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    Question Asus Software Advice

    Hey all, so I've recently built a PC with some RGB and, due to one or two of my parts being from different manufacturers, decided it'd be easier to manage with a more unified solution (e.g. signalRGB), the problem is I have an ASUS motherboard that constantly spins up services and processes that...
  5. onlythefreshness

    Question Random black screens during gameplay and casual use. Unable to resolve.

    Windows 11 home i-5 12600k Asus TUF z690 Corsair ven pro 3600 16gb 5700xt Corsair 650w gold Hello, I have been running into an issue for the last few weeks and need some help finding a resolution. During gameplay and casual use such as web surfing, my PC will black screen and become...
  6. raptor2012rom

    [SOLVED] Windows 10 doesn't install updates anymore

    Hi guys. Title sums it up. Since december 2022 , Windows updates keeps failing after the restart at 97% or so. I think the first update that failed was December 13 (KB5021233) , I just paused the update wand waited for teh next ones thinking that might fix it but no go , 2 more updates since...
  7. Iver Hicarte

    [SOLVED] What happens to the old motherboard BIOS version after updating it?

    Greetings, I just got this air of thought about what happens to the old BIOS version of a motherboard, does it get sandwiched? Like does the new version of a BIOS lays itself on top of the old one? Or does the old BIOS version and everything about it gets deleted and gets completely replaced...
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    Question PC freezes then displays WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR blue screen error coxe

    Looking for some advice please as I’m at a loss with what to do. About a week ago my pc started running extremely slow & laggy especially when using the taskbar or going into settings then when the lag got to much for the pc to handle it would crash and display a BSOD WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR...
  9. PsychoPsyops

    [SOLVED] Bluebeam Revu Alternative

    Hello all, We at a small business are looking for an alternative to Bluebeam Revu and one without a subscription model. Bluebeam Revu is a robust pdf viewer and mark-up tool that we use for large-scale drawings in the construction field and prominently dealing with duct work. We have been...
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    Question How to fix input lag: nvlddmkm.sys and dxgkml.sys drivers

    My problem would be that for some reason I have an input lag and it's only and I looked in this program and it's because of 2 things LATENCY MON _ CONCLUSION _ Your system appears to be suitable for handling real-time audio and other tasks without dropouts. LatencyMon has been analyzing...
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    Question Problems with Gigabyte

    Hi! (this is a long text but if u read it thanks ;) ) This is kind of a rant and also a question. I was playing with my pc today (specs in earlier posts) and minding my own business. I have a gigabyte mbod and ofc didn't mind the software, which is known to <Mod Edit> destroy pcs. Well yea so i...
  12. Thurgos

    Question MSI afterburner randomly setting power limit to ~55% on my 2070S

    It was the windows update before last that caused this. As the title says, MSI afterburner keeps resetting my power limit, even when locked. I noticed this a few days ago when some games were crashing due to insufficient memory, checked afterburner, and set the limit to 100. Kept resetting. I...
  13. Smithjohny039

    [SOLVED] How to Burn MP4 to DVD for Free on Windows/Mac

    "I've got a movie in mp4 format on my hard drive. How can I burn this MP4 movie onto a DVD disc for playback on my home DVD player? Or...is this just a waste of time? Or..is there a way to convert the mp4 format into something playable on a DVD player?" Any recommended software?
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    Question Malicious software and hardware in mouse?

    Hello I assume a mouse like Logitech G302 can hold some data? Since it autoruns software / driver, when you connect it. 1. Can you transfer malicious software to a mouse like Logitech G302, and then use it to infect a computer with malicious software? 2. Can you scan a mouse like Logitech...
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    Question ReBAR not enabled in BIOS when it is?

    I meet all requirements to use ReBAR except having it on in BIOS when i do. I used GPU-Z to check. I updated my BIOS to the latest on the website, I updated my drivers, i turned on ReBAR Support in my BIOS. My specs are GPU: MSI 3070 gaming X trio CPU: Intel I5-12600k RAM:32 GB 3600mhz...
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    Question Disappearing text and games crashes, can’t install GeForce Experience either

    I’m trying to help my friend who bought a pre-owned computer. The last owner said he had some problem installing GeForce Experience and sometimes drivers so he sold it cheap for 500$. We thought it would be an easy fix but turns out we were wrong. Nothing wrong when you stay in BIOS so I...
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    Question TPM 2.0 not showing in windows but on in bios

    in order to play valorant you must have tpm 2.0 and secure boot enabled so i went into my bios ( version {"ALASKA - 1072009", "A.50", "American Megatrends - 5000D"}) idk if thats correct butyeah i just typed a command into cmd secure enabled no problems but tpm 2.0 thats another story i went...
  18. moehamm

    Question EA anti-cheat is getting deleted everytime I install it, what might cause the conflict? And where can I find logs?

    What I tried: I tried to turn off my windows anti-virus and install it, it got deleted. Installed and re-Installed manually, and still got the same problem it got deleted. Deleted and Installed the whole game and nada. Steam needs to install it everytime I run an EA game (Apex, FIFA, etc..)...
  19. Julianschardt

    Question b1initializelibrary failed 0xc0000001. PLEASE HELP

    lenovo legion t5 AMR26 pc won’t boot after power surge i keep getting the same error code, i have tried to do a factor reset and everything but no luck
  20. ditrate

    Question Can you impact image or color of a video via MKVtoolnix

    Is it possible to change color or look of a video by changing color information in metadata using MKVToolnix? Or mkv mux and metadata editing is only porpose of this software?
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    [SOLVED] distorted audio after playing a high end game

    So after some time i decided to play some rdr2 again and got sound crackling/popping issues. I looked online and a simple fix was turning off voice chat, and so I did. After I did this my sound got really bad and distorted. Even my microphone was distorted. I found out that turning Dolby atmos...
  22. TheFlash1300

    Question How do i make Windows Task Manager start at start up?

    When i start the computer, i have to press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Windows Task Manager. Is there a way to make Windows Task Manager open automatically once the computer is turned on and the desktop is loaded?
  23. ditrate

    Question mkvgui output size and hashsum

    I think mkvgui is the ultimate mkv muxer, but why there is no option to see output size and build in hashsum generator, don't understand.
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    [SOLVED] Help explaining this crash error code

    Hello I've been getting a couple of restarts, I think it only happens when playing a game. 0x3B(0xC0000005, 0xFFFFF80704FF35E3, 0xFFFF8B873F36E940, 0x0) SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION I'm looking at doing a check for corrupted files, and a Disk check, followed by a RAM test, and a re-install of the...
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    Question Filmora 11 Keeps crashing my PC with a BSOD

    Good Evening, So after countless pointless email conversation with Wondershare Filmora and a Teamviewer session with one of their "engineers" they are no closer to fixing this, even with dozens of log files and folders sent. One of the main selling points to Filmora is their very handy split...
  26. PsychoPsyops

    [SOLVED] Blackbird

    Hello all, I was wondering if anyone here had tried out the Blackbird application. It was made to take Windows privacy and security further than ever before by checking and/or disabling everything that could be enabled and Microsoft is hiding from us. I haven't used it yet, because it says it...
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    Question PC booted into BIOS once, now won't launch into BIOS or Windows 10 installer.

    Hi, I was helping my friend build his PC over a discord call, and everything went pretty smoothly. However, if the PC is moved or the back panel is put on it won't boot, I expect it is a loose cable, but as I am not there to check I can't be sure. he hasn't checked yet and we want to figure out...
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    Question Outlook Deleted Data File

    I am trying to help a professor at my college. Outlook Data File(.ost) was removed and now his emails are synced, but does not have calendars, contacts, etc. However, the web version of Outlook contains the correct information. How can I sync the web version to her outlook desktop app so she has...
  29. TheFlash1300

    Question How do i update InsydeH Setup Utility

    One of my computers uses InsydeH20 Setup Utility. This is a very old version, and want to update to the newest version. The problem is that I don't know how to do it, because I can't find any files to download. I visited the manufacturer's official website, but I still didn't find anything. On...
  30. AZOVTork

    Question Display glitches on boot screen please help.

    Hello, I have been having an issue with a screen glitch when I boot my pc. It happens during normal boot and also when trying to access bios. When trying to access bios it completely freezes, but when it’s a regular boot it’s a quick glitch and continues to power on. This problem does not happen...
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    Question Laptop MX150 not working/not recognized

    So a couple days ago, my laptop suddenly blue screened when I was going into a game. Immediately after this I noticed that the MX150 in my laptop didnt work. I have tried resetting Windows, and installing a multitude of Nvidia drivers, but nothing has worked so far. After installing any of the...
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    Question Best way or software to increase HDD Speed or overclock HDD without defragmenting or replacing with SSD?

    What's the best way or software to overclock HDD or increase HDD Speed without defragmenting or replacing with SSD? My HDD is too slow.
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    [SOLVED] Can't open Razer Synapse or Cortex installers ?

    Yesterday when I opened my PC the razer central was broken and I couldn't open Razer Synapse and Cortex. I tried uninstalling with the instructions from here: How to perform a clean re-installation of Razer Synapse 3 & 2.0 on Windows. When I tried to reinstall the software, the installers...
  34. Jominique

    Question Permanent performance issues when game is left open for too long ?

    Whenever I boot up a game and leave it open for long (like 15-to 20 minutes) without issuing any commands, games stutter regardless of the game's system requirements and maximum FPS I can get from the said game starts to lag . (for example If I'm getting maximum of 75 FPS in a game and go AFK...
  35. TheFlash1300

    Question Is clean install the same as secure erase?

    If i use the Reset option you can find in the Recovery section in the Settings of Windows 10, will it have the same effect as the Secure Erase option you can find in the BIOS, will it erase all information, format the HDD/SSD, and install a new, fresh copy of Windows, without leaving traces of...
  36. K

    Question Windows 10 OS Product key trouble

    I am trying to reinstall windows on a new m.2 drive that I have and I cannot locate my product key. I bought a physical copy from best buy and it is on a flash drive, but I lost the box and am trying to locate the key. I seem to remember years back being able to look in my computer "properties"...
  37. RexWrecks

    [SOLVED] Compare pc results with expected preformance

    Hi, so uhm a co-worker/close friend wanted me help him test a used computer he is going to buy from a stranger, so right now, what I'm looking for is a program that can benchmark a pc's parts and compare them with simmilar parts to see if they are preforming as expected. I know user benchmark...
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    Question Backup Software - Looking for recommendation (freeware)

    Hi folks, just looking for a little advice. Can anyone recommend me a freeware backup tool that will backup a specified set of folders or folder on a schedule but retain each backup rather than overwrite? It only needs to be locally saved. Simply, I want to set a schedule of, say, six hours...
  39. TheFlash1300

    Question How to scan the BIOS for viruses?

    Hello. I want to scan the BIOS for viruses, but i don't know how to do it. This is the BIOS: Brand: Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Version: V1.09 -AMD AGESA StoneyPI V1.3.0.G I need to see if there are viruses in the BIOS. I'm not aware of any anti-virus program that can scan the BIOS. After all...
  40. TheFlash1300

    [SOLVED] How do i check for BIOS updates?

    Hi. My motherboard is for a low-end, not widely known Notebook (Acer Aspire A315-22), so it's very hard to find any helpful information online. Here is the BIOS: Brand: Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Version: V1.09 - AMD AGESA StoneyPI V1.3.0.G Date: 05/15/2020 Here is the motherboard and the...