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    Wi-Fi going fast some days, slow other days.

    Hi, I'm building on a previous thread I made that I don't know if I should bump (https://forums.anandtech.com/index.php?threads/2525198/). So I made a new thread that's related. My desktop Wi-Fi has had issues in the recent month or so. The connection will go really slow under 2 mbps down. I...
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    Win 10 PC wifi slow, cell phone fast

    Hi, recently I've had issues with my win 10 PC's wifi go slow while my cell phone (note 8) goes fast. After some speedtests, the PC went 1.89 mbps down and 1.69 mbps up. The cell phone went 65.69 mbps down and 11.58 mbps up. Also, my ps4 went faster too at 17.50 mbps down and 0.45 mbps up (I...
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    Asus VN248h-p ips brightness issue, is this normal?

    I recently got an ASUS VN248h-p IPS monitor and I notice the brightness shifts with what looks like a blue or light bar of shade that goes up the screen when I view the monitor from down to up. Is this normal? Here are pictures...
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    Best card around $200 for 1080 60 fps ultra gaming?

    Best card around $200 for 1080 60 fps ultra gaming? I have an i7 6700k, 16 gb ram, 250gb ssd custom PC I'm building soon. I want to play newest games at 1080p ultra settings at 60 fps or at least 40-60 fps. I could maybe live with 30s fps for more demanding games. I plan to play Skyrim...
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    Advice on $1000 build

    Hi, I'm thinking about building a desktop soon for around $1000. I made a thread about a $1000 build back in January, but I want to start a new one for more updated parts recommendations and advice. old thread: http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2461777&highlight= Here's my...
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    Recommend me a build ~$1000 max

    1. What YOUR PC will be used for: Web surfing, office documents, light gaming, music production. 2. What YOUR budget is: Around $1000 max, but the less the better. 3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from: USA 4. IF you're buying parts OUTSIDE the US, please post a link to the...
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    Win 8.1 PC froze at desktop and has boot issues.

    Today I ran into a problem with my PC randomly. It freezes on the desktop and has boot issues such as taking a long time to boot to desktop. One time during the windows logo loading screen, sometime after that it went to a blue screen that flashed really quickly and disappeared before I could...
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    Ransomware infected work computer and shared network hd

    This past week a form of cryptolocker ransomware called Teslacrypt infected a work computer or two and infected a shared network hard drive. A lot of the files on the shared network hard drive and some on one of the computers has a ".ecc" file extension. The Teslacrypt private key will be...
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    PC crashes on desktop after a little use

    I have a win 8.1 Pro desktop pc that has been having issues crashing and having weird display problems that are unrelated to the monitor. It started on tuesday night when I was watching a college basketball game streamed from NCAA's official website. Towards the end of the game the computer...
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    Internet (Wifi) keeps disconnecting at night only

    I have an akward problem. My internet keeps disconnecting often and it only happens at night. I am running a wifi connection with a dlink modem and linksys router. The connection has worked fine for a long time until this past Monday night around 8pm and after. Since then at night I have noticed...
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    Can my system upgrade from 2gb to 4gb ram?

    I'm wondering if some of you can please help me to know whether my desktop computer can handle an upgrade from 2gb to 4gb ram? Also what brand/model of ram should I get for 4gb? my specs are: Intel Core 2 Duo e8400 3 ghz, Gigabyte EP35-DS3P Rev. 2.0, ASUS 9600 GSO 348 mb, 2 GB (2x1gb)...
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    PC not starting at all

    So I unplugged the cables from the PSU on the motherboard and put them back on and put new thermal grease on the cpu, and now my computer won't start. Nothing works at all. Does anyone know what could be the problem?
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    How do you install e8400 intel heatsink?

    How do you install e8400 intel heatsink? I'm having trouble pushing all the pins in. Also do I need to put new thermal compound on the processor since I have removed the heatsink?
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    What a good printer for around $50

    I am wondering if you all can please recommend me a printer that costs around $50 and is: 1) reliable 2) fast 3) cheap price ink cartridges 4) used for basic needs OPTIONAL: 1) all-in-one: scan, copy, and print I'd appreciate input. There are many printers and brands, but I don't...
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    PC desktop beeps while compressing video file and playing game

    Yesterday I was using windows movie maker to compress a 2 gb file, and towards the end of the compression my computer starting beep more and more. It was a different sounding beep than one that beeps during startup. It happened again when I was playing the sims 3 for a while. Could it be...
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    Friend's desktop PC has usb ports not working properly

    My friend has a desktop PC with problematic USB ports. What happens is certain devices such as the Zune and a Sony digital camera do not work with the usb ports, while devices such as the iPhone and keyboard/mouse work fine on the same usb ports. Here are some of his specs: Windows Vista...
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    Desktop wireless having internet connection problems

    I need help fixing my desktop's wireless connection. I have a d-link WDA-1320 adapter that connects to a D-link router. Today I've had problems with getting my internet to work smoothly as it keeps disconnecting and doesn't work properly. I notice that I get a little message box on the lower...
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    How do I fix my PS3 online disconnects?

    I need help with my wireless disconnect problem. I live in a house (renting a room) and they use a D-Link wireless router for internet. I have tried using the PS3's wireless connection and even tried using a wired connection to my laptop which receives wireless, but I keep having disconnect...
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    How do you hook up a playstation 2 (ps2) to a PC monitor?

    How do you hook up a playstation 2 (ps2) to a PC monitor? I've heard of some things such as VGA box or linux kit, but I don't know what brand, type, or how much they cost. Can someone please guide me in the right direction on how to connect a ps2 to a PC LCD monitor? I have a Samsung...
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    What video card to buy for less than $100?

    I have had a 6800 gt 256mb (http://www.newegg.com/product/...?Item=N82E16814130215) since summer of 2005, and recently my computer wouldn't startup past the XP loading screen, so I went out and bought a 8400 GS 512mb DDR2 video card for $60 plus a $20 mail-in rebate. I am curious to know if...
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    PC freezes on startup with blue screen with lines

    Overview of the problem When starting my PC desktop, it freezes up during and sometimes after the WinXP loading screen. Picture: http://farm4.static.flickr.com...32643_0105c43c62_b.jpg Full description of the problem and symptoms Everytime when I start my PC it displays some weird...
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    What kind of videocard today is comparable to nvidia 7600 GT?

    What kind of videocard today is comparable to nvidia 7600 GT? Here are the specs on newegg.com: http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16814130062
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    What is a good 2 gb usb flash drive?

    What is a good 2 gb usb flash drive? Is a PNY 2gb Optima Pro Attache any good? I bought one from Staples for $10 and I'm not sure if I should keep it depending on whether it works good or not. What do you all think?
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    What cable wired router to buy for cheap?

    Can you all please recommend a reliable and good wired cable router? Is this Netgear any good? http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd...ctDetail.do?oid=123393 What about this D-Link? http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd...ctDetail.do?oid=150777
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    HP computer won't power on

    Overview of the problem My friend's HP desktop is not turning on, I need help fixing it please. My friend is not much of a computer expert so he asked me to try to fix it. Full description of the problem and symptoms He has an HP Pavilion a747c desktop. The problem is that my his computer...
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    Wireless connection is slow on desktop, need help resolving issue

    Wireless connection is slow, needs help resolving issue. I have a Linksys Wireless - G PCI Adapter with Speedbooster (Model #: WMP54GS) for my desktop, and it has been acting slow lately. The house I live in uses some sort of D-Link Wireless Router, not sure what model. What's weird is my...
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    The ultimate steal: Office 2007

    I am wondering if anybody knows how long the license is for purchasing office 2007 ultimate from the ultimate steal website? Does it last past after you graduate?
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    nothing works on bro's windows xp pc

    Recently my brother's 1 year old computer does not work after windows xp loads. He says at first his Firefox was having trouble, then he uninstalled sygate free firewall and something installed itself (he said something about bravenet installing something without his permission). Here are...
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    need help installing e8400 hsf

    I'm trying to install the hsf for the e8400, but it isn't installing evenly. the four pins won't push in evenly, one side always pops out... anyone have any clue what to do?
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    Can I use my current harddrives with new computer?

    Can I use my current harddrives with new computer? What I mean is, my old computer (in my sig) has issues with the motherboard, so I've decided to buy a new mobo and cpu. Now I have other parts I will be using with my new computer build. I am wondering if my two old seagate harddrives, which...
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    Do I need a new HSF for e8400?

    Do I need a new HSF for e8400? I will not be overclocking. Will my temperatures be fine with the stock HSF?
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    What motherboard is good for e8400 cpu?

    What motherboard is good for e8400 cpu? I want one that is reliable and has firewire on it too. I was thinking about a Gigabyte board, but they are expensive! Any recommendations?
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    is the e6750 good compared to e6400, or e6600?

    is the e6750 good compared to e6400, or e6600? Does the e6750 generate too much heat compared to the others? I am thinking about getting the e6750 over others because it is cheaper, but I heard it heats up too much.
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    New build help needed please

    I recently have had my computer break down (in my signature). I think it may be my motherboard. While I am trying to figure out what is wrong and trying to fix it, I have been thinking about possibly buying a whole new PC or at least some upgrade parts along with my current parts. I will...
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    PC won't load and won't make beep sound on startup

    I have a PC (listed in my signature) that just hasn't worked today. Here is what happens. I turn it on and the blue ON-button LED is lit up. I turn on my monitor, but I don't get any bios/post screen (or whatever you call it that loads up at startup). I also don't hear the normal beep sound I...
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    what kind of laptop for basic needs and games?

    what kind of laptop for basic needs and games? I will mainly need it to sometimes take along with me to school or to travel to places. I will mostly be surfing the internet, listening to music and doing schoolwork. I wouldn't mind being able to play games on it too, but a super graphics...
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    how do I adjust for optimum settings for my LCD?

    how do I adjust for optimum settings for my LCD? Is there a guide that I can follow that will give me the best settings for my monitor? I just bought this thing as an upgrade over my old 17" CRT. The monitor works great, but it's too bright for my eyes. Is there a way to adjust the...
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    What kind of 19" LCD should I buy?

    I am wondering what LCD you all could recommend that fits into my budget of $200-250, the less the better! I am a mild gamer that would like the opportunity to play the latest games. I do some audio recording and mild video editing. I watch films from time to time. I am not looking for the...
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    What cell phone should I buy?

    This is my first time getting a cell service and phone. I need advice on what cell phone I should get. I want spend less than $100 ideally. Here is what I want in a phone: basic calender, address book, alarm reliability good enough battery life good quality pictures good enough video...
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    firefox crashing

    Sometimes when I go to some websites, my browser suddenly crashes. This is with firefox 2.0. With 1.5 it never really crashed, but with 2.0, I've noticed crashes here and there. I think it may be advertisements that are causing this, but I'm uncertain. It has happened recently when I visit...