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Archives for June 2015

Been told to create an 1mb unallocated at start of SSD?
Hi folks, Ordered an SSD and want to have an idea of how to set it up when it arrives hence the following question. I have a few windows 7 installations on my present HDD so will be partitioning the SSD into probably four different partitions. Is it ok to book into my present windows and use disk management to partition…
Faulty Xbox - no reciept.
My son has a faulty XBox purchased from Tesco last October (keeps sticking etc). He has lost the receipt. We can't prove purchase as it was paid for partly by a gift card & partly with his debit card - so the amount on his bank statement doesn't match the cost of the item. Do XBoxes have a serial no. which would prove it's…
21CN , what speed can i get
Hi, Our exchange is going to be upgraded soon to 21CN What speeds could i expect to get?, here are my stats Bandwidth (Up/Down) [kbps/kbps]: 448 / 6.976 Data Transferred (Sent/Received) [GB/GB]: 1,28 / 1,80 Output Power (Up/Down) [dBm]: 12,3 / 20,0 Line Attenuation (Up/Down) [dB]: 25,5 / 40,5 SN Margin (Up/Down) [dB]: 23,0…
Windows 8.1 - Secure Connection Failed
Keep getting Secure Connection Failed for bank site and work login from home. I have tried googling, different browsers and suggestions on internet seems nothing resolves. Windows 8.1 PC refuses to connect, yet on Windows 7 PC I can connect to same pc using same browsers - Firefox/IE. Can anyone help please.
Website building/Database for business
Hi all Not sure if anyone will be able to help but im going to give it ago. Im in the process of creating a database for my dads business. Its a cleaning business for Wheelie Bins. He has a customer base of around 2.6k which have their bins cleaned monthly. He currently uses an excel spreadsheet and does everything…
My android stuck on home screen...please help
Hi all, I need some help. My old orange san francisco mobile which I rooted years ago with a rom called swedish spring (I think) will not go pass the screen shown in the image below. The 2 slide buttons on bottom left and right of screen (screen lock and ???) will not move they are non responsive. I have taken the battery…
Windows 10 device drivers
I still have a Canon N650U scanner attached to a Windows 7 PC. When I upgraded the PC from XP in 2013 it was a nightmare to get it to accept the driver for the scanner, which is specified only up to XP. But is OK now. Same PC has an HP Deskjet 5400 series printer. Under Windows 7 I lost all the utility functions such has…
How do I transfer a paid for version of Avast to new laptop
I may be buying a new laptop, but what will happen or what do I do about the Avast Internet Security that I use as it is the paid for version.
Transferring bookmarks & passwords to new lap top on Chrome
I'm buying a new lap top and would like to transfer all of my bookmarks from Chrome and also my passwords. I would particularly like to transfer the log in details and password for my internet log in as I've long forgotten these but they're on remembered by Chrome. Can anyone guide me? Thanks
will this sata cable do?
Hi folks, I have just bought an SSD and need to disconnect one of two internal dvd drives in desktop to connect the SSD to motherboard as all internal sata ports on motherboard are full. As someone on my other thread kindly pointed out, there is a e-sata on my motherboard at back of computer so I can run a sata cable there…
Dell XP2720 - Screen Problem
Hi, To start I have attached a couple of images to show the problem i'm having. http://tinypic.com/r/6z7vww/8 http://tinypic.com/r/izos9z/8 I had my dell xp2720 on yesterday evening as normal, just checked e-mails after work then exited and put into sleep mode. Woke it up an hour later and the screen is as the attached…
New Outlook app on Android
Hope someone can help me, I can't believe i'm the only one struggling but must be putting the wrong keywords on Google. I've just installed the new Outlook app and (possibly too hastily) uninstalled the old Outlook.com app on my 1st gen Moto G running Lollipop 5.0.2. For the life of me, I can't find how to get all my…
DVD Scratch Repair Machine
Hi all Not sure if this is posted in the right forum but, if not, could someone advise me where it would be best placed please. Can anyone recommend a DVD scratch repair machine/kit? I have looked on Amazon but they all appear to have mixed reviews. My young daughter has loads of scratched DVDs and, up to now, we have just…
Samsung Tablet SM T230 no wifi connection
Hi Bought a Samsung Tablet 6 months ago has suddenly stopped connecting to WiFi sources ( have tried more than one source) Iphone connects no problem whatsoever, status reads secured and above it scanning ( blue circle rotating ), I have deleted all apps/widgets and reset to factory settings . Have tried Samsung online…
Difference between these 2 Hard drives please?
Hi I have been looking for an external hard drive to back up my laptop. I was going to use my Tesco Clubcard points. There are 2 that I think will do the job but I can't tell the difference between them. Could someone please have a quick look for me so that I get the better one?…
Allocating IP addresses through Sky router
Hi all Need some advice please after having a number of issues with IP conflict issues in my household. There are a number of wifi devices constantly in operation and i'm sure I have read somewhere that if I dedicate a fixed IP address to each device this will resolve the issue. Can anyone offer any help and advice on this…
Ideas for a media PC
I've just been lumbered, er asked to sort out a media pc for my parents to take out to them in Spain when we go in just over 2 weeks. Their needs are: Ease of use (this is more for my benefit or I will end up spending hours on the phone :) ) Streaming, probably Netflix or similar Occasional internet browsing, Skype etc…
Programmers - What are your essential resources?
Looking to get into coding and I am interested in the tools/sites/extensions/programs/social media/blogs that are essential to you, as a coder/programmer. Here are one or two I have come across so far and examples: Applications - Notepad++, Winmerge Chrome/Firefox Extensions - What Font, Eye Dropper Learning Resources -…
PC Build
Hi I am looking to build a PC that will run the newer games with ease like Star Wars Battlefront 3, I'm not looking to spend thousands but I don't want to skimp too much either, I'm also looking for a case that will sit in my living room that is quite sublime almost like an amp. What sort of parts do people recommend and…
Posting with links???
I have registered on there forums and wanted to start a thread, but this come out : Sorry as a new user you are not allowed to post with links. This is done to stop spammers clogging up the site. Please edit your message below to continue. So, if you are new, you are considered as a spammer on here?:mad: How long will it…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
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Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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