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  1. trexmgd

    Windows Explorer Slow and Not Responding

    Out of the blue, when I open Windows Explorer to browse files, it is very slow. Further, when I click on a file to open, I get the "working circle" aka hourglass and a Windows Explorer is Not Responding message for a while, then the file finally opens. I'm getting this on all drives, even my...
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    Maximus III Forumula won't post / boot and shows Red CPU LED

    I've had my system running stable for years, but my stock Intel CPU cooler started growling so I figured it was time to swap it out. I removed the Intel Cooler, scrapped off the dry thermal paste, and installed a new Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus with the backing bracket and new thermal paste...
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    Wireless Access Point Needed for use with MoCA - Update; using router questions

    I'm a Verizon FiOS customer that uses the supplied Actiontec Wireless router. I couldn't get coverage over the entire house and have A/V equipment without wireless built in, so I installed a MoCA adapter (http://www.actiontec.com/products/product.php?pid=250) from actiontec. I'm looking for...
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    FiOS Networking Help Needed - Actiontech doesn't cover whole house

    OK guys, here's the deal: I've got FiOS and it's been great, but I have a connection/range issue. Verizon supplies their own router (Actiontech) which connects to a coax outlet and then either through wired or wireless connection to your PC/XBOXTV/Cell Phone/ETC. The main box for FiOS is...
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    BSOD, reoccuring, Windows 7 Ult 64 - Problem Signature Posted

    I've suddenly started getting BSOD that actually send the computer into a restart. The "find a solution" box that pops up after the restart gives me nothing. Here is the Problem Signature that Windows reports: Problem signature: Problem Event Name: BlueScreen...
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    Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Recommendations

    I'm in the market for a wireless keyboard and mouse. I know most people try to fit themselves into some sort of type; eg. a "Gaming" type, "Multimedia" type, or "General" type. For me I pretty much want it all. I'd like to be able to do some casual web surfing or media access from my couch -...
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    How to configure SSD as AHCI Boot Drive w/2 SATA HDs in RAID1 on ASUS P55 controller?

    New build is in sig - at least how I pictured it. Here is what I did from scratch: 1)Verified SSD had current firmware (O2HD) 2)Set BIOS storage setting to AHCI 3)Fresh install of Win7 64 4)ASUS Drivers install 5)ATI Drivers install 6)TRY to set up RAID1 w/ 2x2TB Hitachi Deskstars...
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    What is the difference in these two G.Skill DDR3 Sets?

    I'm putting together a Core i5 750 in an ASUS Maximus III mobo and am looking for some memory to drop in. Enter two different G.Skill 4GB sets (2x2GB): Comparison Page Or G.Skill F3-12800CL9D-4GBNQ vs G.Skill(RipJaw)F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL What, if any, difference is there in these two sets...
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    Suggestions for building a $1000 PC - From Scratch w/OS

    First off, let me thank you for taking the time to look at yet another one of these threads. Unlike many of these posts, I've actually taken the time to read the guidelines and system builder's posts and will do my best to comply. My current PC is in my sig and I'm not using any of it...
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    How to transfer a partion from RAID 0 to single drive

    I have two 250 GB WD SATA Drives running in RAID 0 (only HDs in the system right now). On this array, I have an 80 GB partition that acts as my C: Drive. I'd like to buy a single drive to replace the C: Drive partition. Being that I want to keep the RAID 0, I'm thinking I'll have buy an IDE...
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    Slow Boot Up Process - Sudden w/o physical changes

    I?ve had my rig running rock solid now for almost a year. Well, that?s over as I have some odd boot up issue going on. Upon start up, the post screens come up fast and everything looks OK. But then the Windows XP splash screen comes up (with the blue bars) and takes a couple more cycles than...
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    HDMI - DVI Cables - minimum guage for long runs?

    Here is the situation: I want to hook up my computer to my new TV (Sony SXRD Grand WEGA 1080p) that sits about 12ft away viewable, but will need about 20ft of cable by the time I run it along the wall and behind the TV. I've been to the monoprice.com site that I've read about so much here...
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    Blue Screen Of Death BSOD - ntoskrnl.exe

    OK guys, here's the senario... Computer has been up and running without a glitch for months - then out of the "blue" (pun intended) I get a BSOD and a restart. Well it continues to happen without any noticeable culprit or pattern (not initiated by a specific prog, or device use). The BSOD...
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    Which AMD Athlon 3700+ San Diego do I get?

    I don't see anything different other than the mode number and the voltage on the later says 1.35/1.4 while the former only says 1.35. Both are boxed/retail and new. One is $96 and the other is $102. Weird huh? Any differences between these things? Which is better if so? I have enough...
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    3D Fuzion GeForce 7600 GS - $58.88 AR ($30)

    I was browsing cards after reading about the 7600 series and stumbled across this. I'm sure it's not the greatest card on earth, but for $58, can it be beat? That's an SLI set up for under $125! Link to Card: 7600 GS Link to Rebate: Expires 09/11/06 Link to Tom's Chart :T H G...
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    Linksys WRT54G - constantly drops connection

    I have a Linksys WRT54G ver 1.1 that is driving me nuts. I've been to Linksys.com and their forums but cannot find a solution. Background: I have TimeWarner/RoadRunner Cable for my ISP and a Dynamic IP. My modem is a Motorola Surfboard 5100. I'm running WinXP w/SP2 and am using the built...
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    Error - Red "X" during Win XP shut down

    Running a fresh install of Win XP Pro w/SP2 on a friend's new build and I get this really odd hang up when I shut down or restart windows. Windows closes, but before it can, something (app?) in the background pops up with a Red X message and makes the "error tone". It doesn't really cause any...
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    External Hard Drive for backing up Data/System

    Anyone have any experience out there with any of the "back up" external HD systems out there? I need something in the size range of 100-200GB and USB. Before you tell me to just make one with an old HD, believe I have and I would, but this is for a friend who needs something simple. I...
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    Dual Core up and running - Now What?

    I just built a dual core system, more or less for the heck of it. What do I need to do to make dual core work for me? Is it all managed via Win XP or do I need to assign tasks manually to a core? Where is the newbie guide to dual core processors? LOL!
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    Zalman CNPS9500 LED & DFI NF4 Ultra D

    Anyone running a Zalman CNPS9500 LED on their DFI NF4 Ultra? I bought a boxed X2 4200+ BUT: 1) It came with the older AMD 2 pipe heatsink and smaller fan and 2) The green "foam" packaging it came in has shed all over everything and I have green dust everywhere, even in the thermal pad! (sure I...
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    Running / Booting to Multiple OS s

    What do I need to have the option to boot to multiple OSes that will surely have one case of Win XP pro? I thought of just running multiple HDs and using one of the hard switches out there. But I remember seeing a prog from Win 98 that allowed you to select which OS you'd like at a bootup...
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    What's the next great FPS game?

    I finished F.E.A.R. a while back (great game, but a little too short) and I've found a void in the single player oriented FPS genre. Please tell me there is something else on the horizon (or even out) that will satisfy me. EDIT: Here are links to some of the games you guys recommended...
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    Help me find a NICE case - wife is picky

    OK guys, I know there are limitless threads with people wanting to know what case to buy. I?ll try to make this one different by giving you some guidelines and telling you what is going inside. It?s time for my behemoth Thermaltake Xaser III link to go. The wife and I are converting a spare...
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    Need to copy one Hard Drive to another...

    Anyone know of a quick and easy way to mirror one HD to another? My friend wants to replace his old HD with a new, larger one. He's running Win XP and its NTFS format. Keep in mind this isn't for data back up, but rather full replacement so it needs the full boot sector etc., not just programs...