Questions tagged [workstation]

A workstation is a computer which is designed for intense work for a single user. It is typically equipped with more memory and or more CPU's than your regular desktop.

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OSX remote X app

Right now at work I have an Ubuntu workstation and I'm considering switching over to OSX but I have one major concern. I run Eclipse on our Ubuntu development server using a remote X session: ...
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HP Z440 RAM speed drops after adding more than 4 modules

I got an HP Z440 workstation, and bought 8 32GB 2133MHz memory modules for it for a total 256GB (two of those: https://www.ebay.com/itm/234996243550). Also as requested got a memory cooling ...
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HP Workstation z640 SSD not detected

I have a z640 workstation, I ran out of space in the source SSD, for this reason I resorted to changing the original SSD for one that had 1Tb. When installing Windows 10 from USB everything works ...
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HP Z600 Workstation max memory figures

I have this workstation with the C2 revision motherboard. HP sources say that this will support 48GB memory (6x 8GB) but I keep seeing people touting 96GB (6x 16GB) all over the place. Does anyone ...
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Using quad cpu server as workstation?

I have a quad socket server from my company we dont need anymore. I dont want to sell it so i wondered could i use it as a workstation. It has 4 amd opteron cpus 6274 (in 1 motherboard) a ssd disk ...
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Workstation setup for a developer and gaming enthusiast

I found my optimal programming environment and productivity toolset on OS X. My workstation used to be a Macbook Pro that's attached to an external keyboard, mouse, and an external monitor. Now I ...
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Looking for something to monitor an Internet Shared Connection in Windows XP

If someone knows any software with these features: Works from the tray area Very lightweight Works also in Windows XP (preferably workstation, nothing serverish required) Can show a bandwidth usage ...
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HP Z2 external power switch

I have in my workplace some HP Z2 workstation. Those computers have a non standard mother board, the power button is integrated on it. Wanted to ask if outside of soldering extra wires to the button ...
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How to remote connect into a Windows machine running Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Workstation OS from an iPad on different networks

I am trying to set up a few computers connected to different networks (e.g. different countries) in such a way that I remotely connect between them, but also use an iPad Pro 12.9 inch to remote ...
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Dell T3600 UEFI - Setup shows black screen, Windows boots only legacy

I've had a Dell Precision T3600 (used / refurbished) for about two years now which is out of support. I want to reset and reinstall and pass it on to someone else because I replaced it with a newer ...
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Windows 10 refuses stop readding printer

We several months back replaced the main network printer due too it jamming excessively, and for the first month or 2 everything has worked fine. Now one of the computers has begun too re-add the old ...
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Workstation restarts automatically

I have workstation with Asus Rog strix B450 F motherboard and got it replaced recently. I had 2 rams DDR4 where I found that one of the DIMM might be faulty as the workstation when powered on did not ...
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Installed PC RAM of higher frequency but doesn't post

I bought used HyperX 1600 mhz 2*4gb sticks. Neither a buzzer from motherboard nor does it post. No option to change to 1600mhz in BIOS. CPU- i3 2120 ASUS Motherboard Any help plzz thanx in advance.
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VMware console image quality

Is there a way to increase image quality in VMware console - both in the ESXi and Workstation? I'm using it daily and really don't like the fact that image given from the VM is compressed - just like ...
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The option to select whether to connect a USB drive to Host Machine or Virtual Machine upon plugging in gone

I used to be able to select whether to connect a USB storage device (HDD or USB drive) to my host machine or virtual machine but the popup doesn't come up now. And now I am unable to connect my HDD or ...
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Intel Xeon CPU is running low but clock frequency is up 100%+

I've got a strange problem with my new Windows 10 computer. I recently bought a laptop workstation with Intel Xeon Chip E series. When I did the first boot the fan started spinning loud and then ...
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How to use full 256GB RAM of my work station? MATLAB only seems to be using 75GB of RAM and not the 256GB that is available

I have a workstation that has 256GB RAM and 32 cores. However, when I am running some high-end simulations, the maximum used memory by the MATLAB is 33% (75 GB) and it never increases. The simulations ...
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Problems installing an LSI MegaRAID 9341-8i in Dell t5810 workstation

I have been working on building a home server for learning purposes and also to keep my family media stuff. I decided to go with a Dell Precision T5810 workstation as I got it cheap, for only $200; ...
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My Xeon e5 1620 0 @3.6 is overheating

I recently bought an RTX 2060, and I installed an MSI afterburner. I noticed that my CPU heat which is XEON E5-1620 0 3.60, is overheating reaching 97 max. I noticed also that the fan is only on ...
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DDR3 memory for HP

I have a HP Z600 Workstation and looking at the memory options on the HP website (https://support.hp.com/gb-en/product/hp-z600-workstation/3718663/model/3718664/document/c01709707) I'm wondering what ...
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Host Name (Server Name?) is Different from the Computer Name

I have done a network scan on my network. In the results some of the computers have Host Names that are the same as the "Computer Name" and some have names that are not their respected ...
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Deep Freeze Workstation not responding on install

I'm trying to install Deep Freeze Enterprise on a series of computers. My understanding is that I should be able to install the administrator and console tool on a primary machine, and then the ...
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Maximum recommended cpu wattage in a 1u chassis?

I'm building a workstation for home use. I really want to use a 1u chassis. I'm worried about heat though. Is there a recommended maximum cpu wattage for 1u chassis, when not being liquid cooled, or ...
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Can one add a Nvidia GPU to a Dell Precision T3500 to use?

Can one install a Nvidia GPU such as Tesla™ C2075 to a Dell Precision T3500 to use? Thanks for any helpful answers!
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With the cheapest possible graphics card for a super fast processor, will the processor have maximum performance?

If I get the cheapest possible graphics card for a super fast processor will the processor have maximum performance? I need a graphics card due to the fact that Ryzen 7700x does not have good drivers ...
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Internet connection on redhat 8 in vmware

When I select DHCP then I can browse Internet but when I manually set IP address I can not browse on my vmware workstation. How can I configure my laptop & VMware workstation to browse internet ...
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