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CPU overheating
Would appreciate any thoughts anyone has about what is wrong with my PC. The PC is an Intel Core i5-2500K, and was overclocked when I purchased it by the shop which built it. It had an nVidea 560 Ti Graphics card, 8gb RAM. It is a bit over 3 years old and has got through a lot of operating hours in that time (I'd guess…
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Opinions on this Laptop, please?
It's from Laptops Direct (sorry i can't post links) £229.98 Toshiba Satellite Pro C50-A-1MM 4GB 500GB Windows 8.1 Laptop in Black The Satellite C50 series offers great value and great quality for everyday computing and features a 39.6cm (15.6”) display and textured matt black finish. Extensive connectivity options are…
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Media browser on a smart TV-able to see plex server on computer.
Hi, I have two TV's hitachi and jvc (identical remotes) so rebranded obviously. I have a nowtv with plex connected to one and able to stream stuff from my desktop. Just pressed media browser on the hitachi with nowtv box and hey presto all the stuff on plex came up, though not as nice a GUI as plex. I thought surely it…
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Looking for compatible toner cartridge
for Brother HL-2135W. I found these on Amazon but several not-so-good comments so just a little hesitant http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00AC255FQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A227RGGKCVP3TU#customerReviews Wonder if anybody has experience of these cartridges or perhaps an alternative? TIA
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Changing the default search engine on my iPhone to Nectar app
I have always been a user of the Nectar toolbar. I set the default search engine on my Chrome browser to be Nectar search (powered by Yahoo) and then rack up Nectar points while searching (max 200 points month). Nectar now also have an option to search online from a tablet or mobile using the Nectar app. You can earn an…
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Google Earth Professional Now FREE
If you enjoy Google Earth, then you will like the news that Google Earth Professional is now FREE. To read more about this, to download and to get your FREE registration key, CLICK HERE… Google Earth Professional originally carried with it a price tag of $399 per year Source
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Blank screen on 2 month old pc
Hi husbands new pc has got a blank screen now and I don't know what to do to rectify it. He was pestering me to do something and avast wanted to do a security scan. It did that then there was a full screen of writing but the mouse stopped working. He had to switch the pc off on the pc itself. When switching it back on the…
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PDF form, data not saving
I have an application form for a job which I have got from their website and after filling in the form, when I come to save it the document saves but none of the inputted information saves. Does anyone know what I can do please? I am using Chrome and Adobe Reader 9 Thank you :)
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Cheap Indoor Aerial
Bought a cheap second hand TV, currently using with the chromecast however I wondered if buying one of these crappy little aerials would give me enough signal to pick up most the channels? It's in my bedroom by the way.…
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Networking
Afternoon So, I want to put an Ethernet cable into my bedroom or my smart tv which doesn't have wifi. I've read about installing a socket into the bedroom from the router. Do I use cat5e or cat6 cable? Also does the faceplate come with the connector where the wires go into or do these need to be purchased separately? ADSL…
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USB Ports Not working
I have a Dell Inspiron 3521 Laptop running Windows 8.1 This laptop has 4 USB ports, yet only two allow connections with devices. When USB memory stick is inserted, power light works, yet no data! Just normal software with no gimmicks IE, Office and Adobe CS. Google Free! Virus checked, no virus or malware found. No…
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Concerns re proposed Flickr account
I am tempted to open a Flickr account to store all my on-line photo's, but have a few questions/concerns, (in no particular order):- *When I look at Flickr website, there are hundreds of photo's for me to view, I don't want mine to be visible/accessible by anyone as they are mostly family/private etc, holiday stuff. *When…
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Wifi music receiver
I'm looking to connect my phone and laptop wirelessly to my existing hifi set up, which is an amplifier with the usual phono inputs. I have a cable, but it's irritating to have to leave the phone plugged in on the other side of the room, and there are interference beeps in every song. I know the apple airport express does…
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printer problem.
All pictures that I now print, have lines across all, in the background. The lines are about 1/4 inch apart and show up mainly in the dark part of pictures. I have a Canon MG5550 but I am using compatible inks.
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Anyone reccomend a HDMI double adapter?
Hi, On my Panasonic tv the two HDMI ports are full, as are the other inputs with various things. I may get a chromecast in future (already got nowtv with plex) but as chromecast needs a free HDMI port and I have already used up the two with a dvd player and nowtv box, I wonder if there is such a thing as a HDMI adapter…
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Best tablet for under 200?
Hello, As the title suggests I'm looking for tablet device for under 200. So are there good deals for tablets at the moment? preferably android.
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Plusnet Broadband Router Problem
Ive had plusnet for 3 months without a problem but the last week my broadband router seems to be playing up, my computer is connected wireless to the router but when I open the browser sometimes I get a plusnet webpage showing "Login Enter your username and password to access your Technicolor Gateway. " and when I enter my…
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LG tv about to go through the window
Got a 42" LG tv that I've had for just over 2 years. Had problems with it within the first 6 months where it would start switching itself on at completely random times. Sometimes once, sometimes several times. Emailed LG and they suggested the usual workthroughs, and failing that they would bring it in for repair. I never…
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Can anyone help with a yahoo messenger problem
I have been using messenger to chat to someone abroad, messenger is now telling me I have been disconnected, is this a technical thing or is it possible that this person no longer wants to chat and has disconnected me. Any advice appreciated.
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Do powerline adapters generate much heat?
Hi, I have ran a four socket extension cable to power my tv which sits on chest of drawers in bedroom. For tidiness I have put the extension socket under the base of chest of drawers on the floor (rather than having it hanging on wall) a few inches to spare above it, so not too worried about heat being generated just a…
