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    Question Chrome search virus. Any way to properly clean it?

    I noticed that my home pc Chrome browser shows links to ads first when doing a search in the address box. I tested the same search with my other laptop and the home PC Chrome definitely has some kind of virus. I uninstalled Chrome and did a Windows 10 virus scan but that did not remove the...
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    [SOLVED] Will my GPU fit???

    Hey guys, I am not able to find a specific answer so i was wondering if you could help me. I have a Phanteks p300 case with a Gigabyte AX370. The GPU im planning on getting is the ASUS ROG-STRIX-RX580. It ihas got three fans so im not sure if it will fit my case or motherboard. Im confused with...
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    Mixing slightly different ram.

    Hello, I currently have: Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4GB) (CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9R) and I have found someone selling some more (another 2x4gb) at a very good price. But after looking at it more closely it seems that theirs are CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8R. I searched it up and understand it is something to do...
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    Computer turns on but motherboard doesnt send video signal or boots up.

    Hello there, I'm currently having issues with my PC to even send video signal and for the motherboard to load bios. These are the full specs: -MSI Big Bang Xpower x58/ LGA1366 -i7 950 3.07 GHZ -EVGA GTX1060 6GB SCC -24 GB RAM Ripjaws 1600 MHZ (6X4GB STICKS) -Corsair H45 CPU Liquid Cooler...
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    MSI GS73 17 inch - 1080p vs 2160p ??

    Hi, I want to buy a high performance laptop, and when I searched and filtered in newegg.com for the specs I want, I found the following: http:// for 17 inch laptop, is there big difference between 1080p and 2160p resolution ??
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    Screen flickering after new PSU

    So, couple of days ago my PSU died and I had one lying around, after installing it everything works fine except the screen is flickering now, it shows horizontal stripes which are barely noticable, and when noticable, its on a dark background, the PSU is cheap 500W Frontier, it is the same model...
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    Both my Cpu and Gpu are Idling at about 90c. Computer is clean and heat sink inst loose. Help?

    hello, I have an I7 4790 (not overclocked), and a gtx 750 which I did overclock, but forsome reason they are both allegedly running at 90c. Could these temps be incorrect? I have like 5 extra fans, 3 in 2 out which is why I really doubt these temps. Any insight as to what is happening is...
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    New monitor, same setup, won't boot (switched from DVI to DisplayPort)

    I just bought a new Samsung chg90 series c49hg90dmn Ultrawide 144hz monitor. I didn't realize it at the time of purchase but there is no DVI connection to the monitor, so I had to change from my normal DVI output to a DisplayPort setup. Upon changing to the DisplayPort, everything seemed to...
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    Low performance/FPS in games with my PC, what may be causing this?

    Hello I'm looking to find out as to why my PC has such low fps in games such as Rainbow Six Siege, even on medium to low settings. PC components include: Motherboard: Asrock B250m pro4 Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7500 CPU @ 3.40GHz Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB RAM: 16 GB OS...
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    Lower CPU and better GPU or better CPU and lower GPU?? (FOR GAMING)

    Hi, I was thinking about these 2 configurations. First one: i5 3470 8GB DDR3 1600MHz GTX 1050 TI ..And Second one: i5 4570 8GB DDR3 1600MHz RX 560 4GB The price is the same. Btw there was 3rd opinion with i5 4570 and GTX 1050 TI but it cost 50$ more. I can afford 1st and the 2nd one for...
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    New build pc no signal hdmi tv

    recently purchased a 1060 3 gigabyte gigabyte, a gigabyte h110m-a motherboard, an i3 7100 2 × 4 viper ddr4 and a 650 evga power source. When I finished assembling the pc I wanted to connect to the TV because I still do not have a monitor and it did not work. Try 2 different TVs in each slot and...
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    PLS Help my ups keeps shutting down after one hour (solved)

    My ups keeps shutting down for no resion even in power it does it i have made modifications on it but it whas shutting down before the mods its not overheating bc i dont feal eny heat the mods i made was made to try and fix it here is a list *i build a fan in it to keeps it cool and i am not...
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    Connect GTX 1050 Ti with old monitor

    I just received my EVGA GTX 1050 Ti SC. I wanted to connect it to my monitor, but it seems my monitor has only three ports: VGA, DVI-D, and an "Audio in" port. The GTX, on the other hand, only has DVI-D, HDMI, and a DisplayPort. For the video, a DVI-D cable should work fine, but I'm confused as...
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    Unstable internet connection what could be my problem???

    i have been having unstable internet through some certain times in a day just like this afternoon i played dota 2, the ping was low about 60ms and i dont know why but it lags like hell. i don't know if my router is broken or what btw my router is already 5 years old since 2013 and even on my...
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    Computer kept freezing, decided to reset it, froze when opening browser, no display now

    Buckle up, there is a lot to this, more context is best right? (I'll add a tl;dr at the bottom.) I had a problem recently that my PC would freeze late night when playing games (I figured that meant I needed to let my PC rest and would stop playing) this occured for a few nights. It would stop...
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    Will Wificard Fit?

    Basically as of right now I am using a power line connection as my pc has no wifi card when I got it prebuilt. I recently purchased a Gtx1060 (GPU) which covers the pci e slot on my motherboard. I am looking to purchase a wifi card as I am moving to student accommodation for University soon...
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    HDD keeps disconnecting

    So my WD blue 2tb HDD keeps disconnecting and reconnecting from my computer. I swapped the cable headers over and it still happens so it's not my motherboard, all bets on it being the drive. I've also done a scan on it and everything seems fine, the only problem is it keeps disconnecting. Two...
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    Reds appear darker

    Reds appear darker on my PC than what they do on my phone screen., Heres an example in pictures, not sure if it helps..
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    Help Building a Gaming PC

    So I want to order my first gaming PC through a custom build site. I know people say to just build it myself (save time, money), but at this time I am just too busy to be able to build it (plus I don't trust myself with the initial build). My budget is 1000$ (USA) and I'm looking to make it...
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    [SOLVED] IMac New SSHD OS X install?

    I have an IMac Mid 2010 that the hard drive has failed in. I am going to replace it with a new SSHD, but how can i get OS X onto the new drive?
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    GTX 1050 (not ti) and i5 7400 any good ?

    HI, i was thinking of purchasing a build that has these specs: Nvidia GTX 1050, 2 GB Intel Core i5-7400 CPU 8 GB DDR4 RAM, 1 TB HDD i also wanted to overclock the gpu to a safe range, but i was wondering if it can play gta 5, squad, csgo and more games like that with 60 fps and high-medium...
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    Undervolting a phone

    Hi I'm currently experimenting on a oneplus 2 (sd810, msm8994) to see how low I can undervolt. I just have a question is very low voltage harmful to the device?
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    What RGB Led strips should i purchase?

    I need to be 2 meters to fit in my case. i found this one https://www.amazon.com/Phanteks-PH-LEDKT-COMBO-Strip-Combo-Retail/dp/B00M0R3CFQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499624886&sr=8-1&keywords=phanteks%2Bled&th=1
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    Need Help with internet.

    Recently I've been having serious internet problems with comcast. I've been getting outages on my modem recently. They've been getting more and more frequent. Today I can't get over 5 Mbp's Down and 0 up (Usually 60 down 5 up). I know its not a mechanical problem as the modem doesnt turn off and...
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    Multiple Monitor Setup, resolution issue

    Hello all, Here is the situation. I recently bought a LG 29" Class 21:9 UltraWide® Full HD IPS. This monitor can support 2560 x 1080. My old monitor is a no-name led tv that can support 1920x1080. I have a Nvidia GTX 760. The primary monitor is in the HDMI port, while secondary is in...
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    How to conncet pc to home theater?

    Hi Friends, My PC Specs are as below: APU 10-6800k 8 gb RAM GTX 1050 Ti 4GB Dedicated Graphic Card. Now I have philips home theater htb3520/94 at my home. I connect one hadmi cable to my tv, and another hdmi cable to my home theater. But my sound passes to the tv. I want it to pass through my...
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    Laptop stuck pressing button

    Trying to log into a refurbished laptop (compaq) to install a fresh version of Windows 8 yet I can't log in due to it spamming 4 in the password box. All I need to do is get into the bootmenu so either a solution that will disable the laptop keyboard from the log in screen so I can use a USB...
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    Ryzen 5 1600 VS i5 7600 (non K)

    which is better for gaming?( I play 1080p 60hz)...... and do the ryzen need high ram speed?. i have MSI gtx 1060 gaming X 6GB---- when i saw reviews the i5 gets a bit more fps 5-7 but these tests used a GTX 1080 so what if i have gtx 1060? will that difference be smaller?or bigger? THANX
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    how much is my computer worth

    i have this old desktop that i use cause i am too poor to buy a new better one so i was planning on selling this and saving up some money for a new one. (saving up for a decent budget gaming pc). i got this info from the directx diagnostic tool so sorry if i look stupid xD HP Compaq 6200 Pro...
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    advice for ram

    i have the motherboard Gigabyte LGA1151 Intel H110,link-http://www.amazon.in/Gigabyte-LGA1151-Intel-Motherboard-GA-H110M/dp/B0165YUDTM?_encoding=UTF8&keywords=h110m-a&linkCode=ll1&linkId=09f505551303f7c6f3a38d8898d18ada&qid=1476562251&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&s=pc&sr=1-1&tag=geniuslink0e-21 i need 16...
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    120gb ssd or 240gb?

    I would like to know if the 120gb ssd will be enough for Windows 10 pro 64-bit and pther windows programs only. Anything else like games and other apps will be on my hdd. Will that be okay? And also, i dont have a gpu yet might as well ask it, do i go for gpu or ssd first?
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    Hard drive is locked partition is not showing in diskpart

    First time when started my laptop it's automatic diagnose is started then it's shows turn off pc or advance option when i goes into cmd and type chkdsk C: /r /f /x it's only showing vol 0 that is cd rom and vol 1that is my removable usb but it's not showing my hard drive that is 1 TB hard drive...
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    Can't log into Microsoft Windows 10 with usual password or PIN no recovery disk - no answers so far

    I'm working on a friend's old Windows 10 Toshiba laptop, trying to get her password or PIN to get her into her Microsoft account. Since she doesn't have another computer to work on I'm trying to get help from Microsoft, but when I try, they ask for email addresses and subjects which she doesn't...
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    Is my Power Supply good enough for a GTX 1060 3GB

    My current Power Supply is a Antec-EA350 350watt http://store.antec.com/eu/earthwatts-green/ea-350-green.html#accordion1 This is the card I'm looking to get specifically https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KQUD9U6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER I've asked this before...
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    Is the GeForce GTX 1080 compatible with my system

    Im interested in buying a gtx 1080 but i would love to know if its compatible first. Intel Core i7-5930K, Socket-LGA2011-3 MSI X99A RAIDER, Socket-2011-3 HyperX Fury 2666MHz 16GB (4x4GB) MSI GeForce GTX 960 Gaming 4GB
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    Gpu clock mhz stuck 8005mhz Its at max all the time...

    So my asus gtx 1070 rog strix oc is stuck on 8005 mhz or stuck at max and even when im in windows and watching netflix its stucks. I have on balanced power settings. I dont know whats happening but i dont like it. Help!
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    Which Display should I choose for my PC build

    So guys, I've been having troubles choosing a monitor for playing games. Recently I saw a Samsung SUHD TV called KS9000 and it has gamemode and stuffs and the refresh rate is really good. And as it is discounted, I can afford it, but the screen is 55", Here is the link to the TV...
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    Can I upgrade my graphics card from a gtx 970 to a 1070

    If my gpu now has 6/8 pin pcie power connectors and the gpu that I want is only 8-pin, can i just use that 8 pin from the original and leave the other one unplugged?
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    Why do i get a hard crash when i ONLY play Steam Games?

    Monitor crash 5 seconds into being in game on steam. Though I can still run other games that are not on steam under load just fine. When it crashes the only thing that happens is that my monitor goes black and has no signal. Checked my memory its fine. PSU voltages are fine. GPU test show that...
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    Computer Build Budget Insights

    Guys! What you think of this build. Made this for my friend, his budget around $870. 1) will my motherboard handle the ram,gpu and cpu well? 2) the psu rating on pcpartpicker was 270w, is it ok just to go with my psu in the build? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/cthhvV