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Help backing up 6TB
I have a NAS box (a Synology DS212j) which has two 4TB hard drives inside. I've filled up about 6TB of it so far. It has just dawned on me that I don't have another copy of these files, so if something happens to the NAS box, I'll lose it all. I do have quite a few external USB hard drives around the place - I have two 4TB…
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Best method to scan and share documents?
Good Morning Folks Can someone suggest the various methods of scanning and sharing documents such as receipts, invoices, and bank statements? Thanks in advance for your responses.
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ipad battery running down fast.
My ipad is less than two years old. I monitor the battery frequently but yesterday was surprised to find it flat for the first time ever. I gave it a full charge, used the ipad for less than ten minutes, had a five min skype and today it shows 26%, which surprised me, if anything would have expected to see 80%+. I have…
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Refurbished Optiplex - DVD drive not working
I've purchased a refurbished Optiplex 755 and spent a loooonnnnnngggggg day updating Windows 7 (which was pre-installed). I've now found the DVD drive won't work (I don't know if it was working before I updated but I would guess not). If I click on 'computer' it lists the drive so its being detected. When I insert a disc…
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Using iphone 4s as a bluetooth receiver?
Daughter has upgraded her phone. Old iPhone 4s now doing nothing. Other daughter doesn't want as it has a broken power button so it won't turn off. I wondered if there is any way to use it as a Bluetooth receiver so I don't have to have a long wire from headphones to stereo. I already have a usb Bluetooth…
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Soundbar cutout
I have a new Samsung JU6800 with a Roth Bar 2LX connected with an optical cable. The problem is whenever I watch something that has moments of quieter sound in. Like if someone is walking along a beach and the background sound is just the sound of waves the volume cuts out. It comes back on when something louder happens on…
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Help after update windows 10
I have been using Windows 10 and have had no problems BUT since the last update I cannot use one or two programmes. They stay as tiny tiles on the bar at the bottom. Can anyone help? Thanks
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What to do with all these routers?
Over the years, I moved my ISP provider from one company to another. Every one of them supplied me with a new router which I have never even got out of the box as I stuck with my trusted Netgear router for more than 12 years. My question is...Can I make use of these routers? Can they be used to extend the wifi signal or…
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old speakers not compatible with new amp?
i have just purchased a new amp/receiver from richer sounds. i told the guy i wanted it to hook up to old speakers, turntable and cd player and asked if i would need connection cables, which i used before to connect to a pre amp, and he said i wouldnt. i also asked if these things were universally compatible and he said…
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Charging a mobile using USB3 lead
Simple question : I have a USB3 lead and charge my Galaxy S4 using it - from the mains (usong a standard adapter plug). If I charge it - from a USB3 socket on my PC - Will it charge any faster than from the mains ? I am aware that a USB3 lead uses a heavier gauge conductor than USB2 - But is it the source (USB3 Socket vs…
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Panasonic AV input mono problem
Hi, does anyone know if there's a setting on Panasonic quintrix tv that stops the red audio input from working? The white input seems to to come out of both speakers. Wondered if there is a setting to change from mono to stereo input. (Also to complicate I don't have original remote)
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Oticon Streamer replacement rechargeable battery
I need to replace a rechargeable battery in my Oticon Streamer, possibly a world first. The battery is 2cm X 5.5cm X 3.5mm approx., and is marked 1.6Wh 3.7v . A code on the battery is C86018247969. The battery is connected via a molex plug to the micro board in the device. I cannot find a replacement. Any ideas? Should I…
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How to clean Windows 10
I normally use my iPad mini for day to day use: emails, Forums, music and the occasional game. Sometime back I bought a laptop for activity that required more detailed use eg creating documents, spreadsheets, general office activity, printing. That type of activity. Hands up I downloaded something that created a virus or…
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Spam from facebook
I keep on getting (several times a day) spam from facebook I have never had a facebook account - especially in Spanish Try as I might - I cannot find any facebook email to complain to "Importar tus contactos de correo es la forma m!s r!pida de encontrar a todos tus amigos en Facebook. Despu!s de importarlos puedes verlos,…
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Sony M4 Aqua
Hi we both have the above phones but want to find out why we are not able to transfer Apps on to SD card ? Any reason or do I need to do something as when i try to down load app on to my phone says not enough memory even though I have 16 MB SD card
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How to delete a thread from this forum
How do you delete a thread that you have posted on MoneySavingExpert.com forums ?
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ipad won't update
Can some one advise please, My ipad mini won't update, I have a message saying I have a new update but when I come to download it I get this message: UNABLE TO VERIFY UPDATE ios 9.3 failed verification because you are no longer connected to the internet. It goes without saying that I am connected to the internet. All…
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Thunderbird & Junk Emails
Been using Thunderbird for quite a while now. It seems to classify lots of emails as junk no matter what I do. I have tried everything I can think of to try to get certain email directly into my inbox but they seem to go into my junk box. I have ticked the 'training' box etc etc Anybody got any ideas ?? P.S. Have set up…
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New Windows 8 laptop. Installed iTunes 12. Help needed please.
Hi all you lovely and clever people. I have recently bought a new laptop and chose one with Win 8.1 over Win 10, tho i've the option to upgrade if I want. I still have my old laptop using Vista, but it is slowly giving up, hence the new laptop. I've yet to use the laptop properly and thought I'd start with installing…
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Formatted SD card
Hi, A friend had formatted her SD memory card accidentally and its got loads of pictures on. Im not ware of any 'freeware' software to recover it without paying ( the 'free' version shows the files so must have just overwritten the FAT table ) Anyone know any free recovery tools please?
