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Adding a 2x2GB RAM kit to a different 2x2GB kit - will performance be hurt?
I currently have a 2x2GB RAM kit with the following specs (link):
DDR3
1600MHz
7-8-7-20 latency
I want to buy another set, but I couldn't find the exact model anymore.
So, I'm thinking of getting ...
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Loose component cables causing HDMI video problems
I'm not sure this is the correct forum, but I'll ask anyway.
I have an A/V setup at home that has something like the following:
Five Components (actually a few more, like a CD player, but they ...
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What is non-executable flash memory?
The other day at work someone was asking how much ‘executable’ flash memory we need. Isn't it possible to execute out of all flash memory?
If I'm wrong, then how does executable flash memory differ ...
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How to figure out whether GPU, CPU or motherboard is broken?
So I was "hacking" my internal laptop monitor (basically I was trying to understand the pinout and try to use it externally). During that I used continuity checker to trace circuitry.
It is my old ...
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How can I connect a blu-ray player to a VGA screen?
Basically, I have a blu-ray player that I wanted to be connected to a projector and a monitor screen at the same time, so I got a component splitter and a component to VGA cable. The splitter works ...
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Can computer components go bad when not in use?
I have a few cabinets that I keep old computer harware (monitors, power supplies, etc). I checked one of the cabinets and smelled strongly of electrical components. Sure enough, one of the power ...
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No video output from motherboard. How to debug this?
I have assembled the following system:
Intel g530
ASUS p8h61 m lx
Corsair 2 GB
WD 250 GB
Raidmax 500w
The system turns on but I don't receive any video output on the screen.
I tried the ...
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I am building a computer, will these components work? [closed]
Case: Coolermaster HAF 912
Graphic card: Sapphire RADEON HD 6850
Optical Drive: SONY SATA DVD-ROM
PSU: Corsair CX500
RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 ...
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What (primarily) determines the reliability of a laptop? [closed]
Buying straight from the component manufacturers (ODM) seems like a good deal: they allow for customization and it's cheaper. But what about the reliability of the finished product? I'd want the ...
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IE9 reporting “Virtual Storage Mount Notification” add-on from “EldoS Corporation” is ready for use. Where from and can I trust it?
I usually use Firefox to browse the web when I'm using my Windows 7 computer, but today I had a need to use Internet Explorer 9. When I launched IE9 – for the first time in a while – I ...
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Can I use a plain VGA to Component converter to connect to a TV?
I bought a VGA to Component cable converter.
Would this work to connect my Windows 7 PC to my TV (it has the standard input I use for the Wii), or do I need some kind of "smart" converter?
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Using an old graphics card on a new mother board
I will be getting my ASUS P8Z77-V Z77 MB ATX 2400 (O.C) SLI Crossfire motherboard today that will be running the Intel Core i7-2600K. I have an old EVGA GeForce 8800GT and was curious if I could use ...
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Which components are essential for a computer? [closed]
I am writing a web application prototype for computer assembly and was wondering which components are essential. I do not have the time to include every component, as I would need to get database data ...
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Where does the term “motherboard” come from?
How did the "motherboard" get its name? I know that the name fits because it's the main circuit board in the computer, but how did that name come to be?
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Is there a difference between 2x2GB and 1x4GB RAM? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Is it better to have 4x2GB or 2x4GB of RAM?
Given the choice between either 2x2GB or a single 4GB RAM module with all other advertised aspects being equal (same price, ...
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Is there any Mac Pro hardware parts that can ONLY be purchased thru Apple? [closed]
I'd like to know if I need to be concerned about any hardware parts that I should include in a brand new Mac Pro purchase, instead of trying to hunt it down on 3rd party vendors (or whitelist vendors ...
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Component MSINET.OCX or one of its dependencies not correctly registered: a file is missing or invalid
Hi can someone please help me.
I'm using win7 64Bit and I'm trying to download this program "Croque-Mort"
But when I do, I'm getting an error:
"Component MSINET.OCX or one of its dependencies not ...
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Laptop Motherboard Diagnosis/Repair (No Power)
I recently got a job (1.5weeks in) as a 'laptop/component repair tech' in a small shop and I'm in over my head. I've replaced/re-soldered AC/audio jacks before and can strip down a laptop to diagnose ...
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AMD vs Intel. What is the real difference? [closed]
I am prepared for this question to be closed. If that happens...so be it.
I am not looking to start a flame war as I have a real question that I have researched and not found any satisfactory answer ...
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Whats the best way to find out how which of your computer components fit together with which others?
My motherboard has recently decided to fry itself and I am now in a quandry. I do not know whether to buy a direct replacement motherboard or buy another one that all of my current components would ...
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Tool to get installed components on a PC
Can anyone suggest some good tools that generate a report of all installed components in a PC? Ideally one that is easy to use.
I need to upgrade my father's computer but won't have access to it ...
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System component check on Mac
Recently I left my Mac (in a case) in the car for probably less than an hour, and the temperatures were extremely high (in Arizona) definitely in the 100s. I got back and pulled out my computer to see ...
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Computer Components
What is the role of a motherboard in terms of how components communicate with the processor (via the system busses).
Therefore, for each component, which communication bus is involved and what is the ...
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what are the components you can install on RHEL?
I just got a question from a customer(actually from a customer to my manager then to me) and he is asking the following question: What are the components that were installed with RHEL? It may sound ...
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Which components are most susceptible to kinetic damage (fall)
I guess the most obvious answer would be a hard disk, are there any other components that are very susceptible to this kind of damage?
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What is this component?
I'm just looking an old mother board waiting for my favorite TVShow and and I wonder what's this component? Every motherboard I've seen have this kind of solenoid (I am sure that you already settled ...
