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    What are the default settings for home/office power scheme?

    I changed my home /office power scheme to turn off monitor after 15 minutes, turn off hard disk after 25 minutes, and system standby after 30 minutes. However, after modifying the settings , it changes the home/ office power scheme. Can anyone tell me what the default settings are?
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    using ati HD 4670

    I have 5 speakers and a subwoofer connected through a receiver. How do I enable 7.1 channel audio over my hdmi using power dvd 8.0? I need to use tv video mode with my receiver, but do not see 7.1 setup with my hdmi connection.
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    using ati hd4670 for htpc

    I am having a hard time trying to use my 5 speakers plus subwoofer. I am using the ati hd 4760 with my hdmi to the hd tv. I need to use my speakers through my receiver with tv video mode. I have power dvd 8.0 trial. I have win vista home premium 32bit. Can anyone help me? I already opened...
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    HTPC

    I want to hook up my htpc to my hd tv lcd. I have an amd phenom 9950 black box with a gigabyte GA-MA780GM-S2H micro atx mobo. I want to use the HDMI port. Can this be done?
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    on board AMD 690G GPU

    I can not get my man in ravenshield to move smoothly. The man is not moving at all well. Is this because I need something other than the on board amd 690G graphics? I was thinking of amd 2600xt gpu.
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    atx form psu

    will my atx form enermax fit in a mirco atx case?
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    websites with exe files and win xp pro

    When I try to visit websites with exe files my system automatically reboots itself. These sites are in search of a hotfix for my problems installing my realtek audio hd drivers. I Think this is windows protecting me from viruses. Any suggestions?
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    windows vista

    How much storage space should the partition have for windows vista? Is dual boot system with vista and xp recommended or just plain silly overdone? if so dual boot system, how much storage space for each partition?
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    computers

    With the advent of internet, we both see the pros and cons. Pros being global access and a shrinking world. Cons being isolation when it comes to how connected we are to other people when used as a sole means of communication. Being said, what is your opinion on this? A link to a similar...
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    msn messenger live today

    This may not be crucial , but I get my former city under the msn live today weather report when msn messenger opens. Please help me to change the location to my new city.
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    windows vista

    What version should I buy for multiple home computers?
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    mozilla bookmarks

    How do I back up my mozilla bookmarks?
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    dbx file for contacts in outlook express

    I need to restore my contacts folder in outlook express. What is the name of the dbx file in the folder?
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    admin profile lag

    My win xp pro has admin profile and guest profile. I have a lagtime for my outlook express, unless I reboot the machine. Also after a day of use by multiple users on my guest profile, the admin profile may have lagtime when I sign on. But again that is corrected by rebooting machine. I have 1 G...
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    outlook

    any reason that outlook is taking a while to open ?
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    convert mp4

    What program can I use for converting cd music files to mp4 files to play on ipod? I use cdrex for mp3 files.
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    windows media center edition

    with this edition on newegg at 104usd , can you install on mulitiple pc systems or just one system? Do you get a key?
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    windows vista retail

    I need to know what version vista retail to buy on newegg. Including dvd vs cdrom where applicable.
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    buy windows xp at 149usd or vista retail?

    What is the best value for me to do right now, whether to buy windows xp license at 148usd or buy vista retail at newegg?
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    vista or xp pro?

    Which one should I buy? I have been using xp pro on a machine now since 2001. I need to buy another xp pro license. I would like to know if it is better to invest time and money in vista or to assume it is cheaper to buy xp pro.
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    task manager disabled on win xp pro

    Edit: I*** may have inadvertantly turned off the task manager but messing around in registry one night. I need to turn it back on. I get admin disabled task manager rejection when i use the ctrl, atl, delete keys.
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    outlook express

    Should I or not? What does it do? Do I loose emails? Can i retrieve them?
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    Usb wireless adapter

    I am having trouble setting up network connections for a wireless usb port on a computer. I need to make a wireless connection. I have the verizon installation disk, but it didn't help as it couldn't connect to the router. I used to connect to the router by clicking on repair connection on the...
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    International driver's license

    I need help in gathering information on an International driver's license.
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    Heating oil costs

    I live near Philadelphia. I found $2.99 with Wilson Heating. Is that good price?
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    pc system turned on overnight

    I left this morning trying to use nero express to copy a cd. I have 2 dvd rom drives so I got the "put blank cd in drive" message. However I didn't have time to complete the copy because I was in a hurry to leave the house. The pc is on overnight in the middle of that message on the screen. I...
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    bacterial scare with spinach

    is it in the ground beef? I am planning on making spaghetti tonight. Please answer back as I have to go out to the supermarket to buy beef in 10 mins.
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    wireless printer network?

    Planning on setting up a separate printing station because pc desk is too cluttered with wires from pc box, peripherals, speakers, psu, phone, modem, router, etc. I want to set up a printing station across the room on a small table with the 2 printers I have. What do I need to look for at newegg?
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    Zippy keyboard question

    As per my aunt : " I had been checking the net to get the instructions explaining the diff. buttons on the keyboard of my Zippy El 610 and cant find it. Can you get it for me? I also sent an e-mail to coolerguys.com and they still did not answer me. I bought it through amazon and the...
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    ata to sata drive

    I'm using ata drive. I'm thinking of upgrading to sata drive. Is it possible to clone the drive inorder to avoid reinstalling os, programs, files, etc.?
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    hard drive clicking

    I got a maxtor 7200 rpm 133 ata 80gb hard drive set up as slave that made some clicking the other day. I turned the pc off and then on again and the noise was gone. Today the hard drive is still silent after leaving the pc on the entire day. Any comments? These drives are come with a 10 yr...
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    free cable.

    We had the direct tv man come to install today. We were told that we can not get direct tv because our trees block the satellite. The man did however hook up the old cable that the previous owners had. (edit: we just moved in). the reception is only in the family room. I can not get it in the...
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    back-ups interference?

    I recently moved and am setting my oc'd A64 3000+ in a new desk setup next to the back-ups. The pc goes to the blue screen when I tuck the case away in the new desk. Does the back-ups cause electric-magnetic interference?
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    ring on thumb or index finger.

    What does this ring on the thumb or index finger signify for a girl?
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    widow

    sending an invitation . do i use mrs or ms? do i use the widow's name or maiden name?
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    cursor freezes up

    The cursor freezes up on me sometimes. I don't know if it is the mouse. we can still use the tab feature and the arrow features of the keyboard to navigate on websites and restarting the pc upon alt+tab+delete. However I do not know if getting a new mouse will solve the issue. The pc system is...
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    software to print driving directions

    I am delegated the task to print out the driving directions for our wedding reception. My fiancee is here with me and I need to get this task completed. Calling all Anandtech'ers, calling all Anandtech'ers, help me please !
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    home audio

    I have to set up 4 large home stereo speakers. Can anyone tell me how to do it along with arrangement of speakers please. I have done my own audio head unit and speakers. that is the only experience i have. there is 2 large and 2 small speakers to set up.
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    how to set up home stereo speakers

    I have to set up 4 large home stereo speakers. Can anyone tell me how to do it along with arrangement of speakers please. I have done my own audio head unit and speakers. that is the only experience i have.
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    silent case fan recommendation

    I have some spare time this Saturday evening. I plan on installing a dvd burner into my case. I might as well switch out these noisey case fans with some silent ones for both mine and my brother's pc's. Can anyone suggest silent case fans from a retail store? I got comp usa, office depot...