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How do mains powered devices retain their settings when powered off
I know that motherboards in computers have a penny shape battery that keeps the cmos settings and time in memory, but what about routers, modems dongles etc, how do they retain the APN/SSID/port forwarding settings in their memory? I took a few apart and didn't notice any batteries in them. Do they store the memory on a…
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'New' iphone from Ebay: warranty and checks
So I have just bought a new Iphone from Ebay, described as factory-sealed. From my reading on-line the warranty goes to the first person to use it, and so I should benefit from this. So please could someone confirm what I need to do once it arrives? My plan is to: 1. locate the serial number on the package and type that…
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help
hi my laptop uses the mains to work,,i recently bought a charger from amazon,and since then the mouse aint working rigt,,i ran it through an anti virus programme,,thinking migt be virus but still the same,,is it possible that is thee new charger that is to blame,
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Thread subscription
I was wondering if any knowledgeable people could give me some guidance on how to subscribe to a thread when logged in on your mobile device. I can't see anything obvious on the thread itself and a Google search didn't throw up any immediate answers either. Help appreciated. Thanks.
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In car music problems with iPhone 6
Hello Have been playing Spotify via a USB lead in my 13 plate Corsa for ages on my iPhone 6. Recently after the last Apple software update it won't recognise the USB anymore and subsequently the music won't play. We have tried it in another car and it wont play in there either. We tried an iPhone 5 that was updated with…
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Laptop wi-fi connection issues
Please can anyone help me with my wifi issue. I have a BT Hub and recently my broadband went offline due to a technical issue at BT. Basically the parental controls locked on and would not let me access any internet site. That has since been fixed, but after no wireless device would connect. BT helped me set up a new hub…
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Which Wifi Router/ Modem? Help
Morning All I have SSE 76MB Fibre BB and the equipment is very poor (slow speeds and wifi issues, as such I am wanting to replace it/part of it. Currently my set up is an openreach modem connected to an SSE Technicolor router. What should I buy for the replacement (my budget is under £80)? What should I look for in the…
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tekharmor virus
We recieved a free Toshiba laptop with our Sky subscription, it has Windows 10 on it. Its been really good except I dont really like Windows 10 as when I'm browsing the web, it will often just take me to a page I've hovered over, but not clicked on. As a result I now have this virus. I was just about to pay for my Macafee…
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Alternative to Hudl2
Was planning to purchase a Hudl2 to replace a Kindle Fire HD but it's no longer available. What would others recommend as an alternative? Tight budget, don't want another KF and would prefer Android as the OS. Looking for web browsing, emails, light games and moderate App use. Have done some browsing and seen Nexus 7…
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adding photos to SD card
how to I add photos to an SD card .The photos are on my toshiiba laptop. I want to use the SD card on a digital photo frame .
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plex media or simaler
looking at getting a new tv, 48-50" smart and possibly 4k (eye sight going) i currently have 38" LG and stream from my pc with plex media , streaming from the pc would be the most important thing for me, so on plex website LG is not actually listed in there list of manufacturers but obviously works with windows . my…
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Can a user block others from using internet?
I live in the Philippines and my neighbour in the next apartment allows me to use his wi-fi internet for a share of the monthly cost. I usually pick up the signal with no problems although it does drop out occasionally for short periods. However after the latest typhoon's high winds his internet went off for 4 days until…
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Blu-ray ripping software
What's a good, inexpensive program for ripping Blu-ray films to a single video file? I just want to have digital copies of certain titles I already own, for use on my network media player etc. There doesn't seem to be any freeware that is up to the job, so it looks like I'll have to go down the paid route. I have trialled…
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Opening .pst file
I saved some important emails to a .pst file and transferred that file to a different PC. I am now trying to access it but a password is required. I did not create a password when making the file and am baffled as to why I can't open it without one. I am using Outlook 2010 and Windows 7. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Talk Talk Cyber Attack.
Breaking news reports say Talk Talk are at the centre of a cyber attack. If you're a customer you may want to check it out and change your password.
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android tablet with good camera
I am looking to buy myself an android tablet i want one with an 8mp rear camera that takes good photos whats availible ????
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SmartStamp ending - Looking for alternatives without getting ripped off!
We've been using Royal Mail's SmartStamp at work for a few years now and have been very happy with the service. Unfortunately, this service is closing down on 31st December. Am not keen to revert to stamps as its a nuisance and unprofessional looking to stick random stamps on envelopes trying to make up the correct…
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Advice please - Getting rid of a wifi blackspot
We have a Sky brodband router which is upstairs in our house - my son's bedroom which is also upstairs and actually quite close to the router gets very little wifi signal. We have tried the usual solutions suggested on the interent about repositioning the router etc. but due to other things plugged in we cannot move it too…
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Tablet for a 5 year old
Hi, I am debating about what tablet to get for my 5 year old. My oldest has a google nexus 7 (2012) and that is fine for what she uses it for. He will mainly be using it to watch films and play games/apps. It won't be used that much - more for car journeys things like that so I don't want to spend too much money on it. I…
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A1 Omnicron 6000 Alarm Panel
Hi there, my first post and looking for assistance. I've recently carried out a few repairs to my alarm system, new battery, new PIRs and a mouse chewed cable. Everything now works fine but I cant set the entry delay zone so the siren activates as soon as the front door is opened on entry, exit is no problem. I've followed…
