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How to roll back or clean install video card drivers in Windows 10
So you have updated your graphics/video driver and now the system is not working properly. The quick option to fix this is to roll the driver back to the previous version and see if that helps. This article is going to show how to roll back a graphics driver on your Windows 10 PC. If this does not work, then we will show…
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MacBook Pro Display discoloration
Hello! I'm not sure if this is due to hardware or software. One second I was working on my Mac and it looked normal. Closed the lid and came back later and it looked as though the display was over saturated. I've looked online and and followed the instructions to reset the SMC and also tried to recalibrate it but it didn't…
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Network Troubleshooting for macOS
If you're experiencing issues visiting websites that normally work just fine, there are quite a few methods to try to get your Mac back online. The first thing to check with any internet outage is to reboot your router/modem to make sure they aren't the issue. A simple reboot could fix the problem within a minute. If you…
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How to tell if X470/B450 bios has been updated?
I know Microcenter proactively updated bios back when Ryzen 3000 came out, but what is the policy now? Can't get in touch with my local store to confirm and I don't have Ryzen 1/2 to update with. These models in particular https://www.microcenter.com/product/510037/asus-b450-plus-prime-amd-am4-atx-motherboard…
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How to troubleshoot your Mac not powering on
If your Mac system doesn't seem to boot up or power on, try these possible solutions. It is very possible one of these quick fixes can get you back up and running and avoid a further repair. Depending on your Mac's symptoms, here is what to try: 1. Check for power related issues: Press the power button, then look for signs…
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Is it my motherboard or psu??
I was changing my brothers pc parts over to the cooler master h500 case and when I went to power it on smoke came from the 8pin psu/rear i/o on the aorus b450 pro WiFi motherboard. The system shut itself down I turned off the power and unplugged it from outlet. I took it apart and tested it out of the case and it won’t…
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[Tech Article] How to Download and install Nvidia Graphic drivers
We have an updated version of this article; How to Update Nvidia Video Card Drivers Step by Step instructions on how to install the drivers needed for your Nvidia Graphics card. * Go to Nvidia’s driver website, where all the drives for the Graphics card are available: https://www.geforce.com/drivers. * In the manual Driver…
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Disconnected from server
PC gaming noob here. When I try to load up a game(any game/any app) it allows me to get to the main menu on said game, but after about ten seconds I get disconnected with and error message saying “lost connection to server”. I tried to port forward COD Modern Warfare and Overwatch with no luck via router settings, Modern…
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[Tech Article] Multiple Monitors for Laptops Using a Dock
We have an updated version of this article; Dual Monitor Setups for Laptops and Desktops Most people are having to work from home these days due to current events with COVID-19. A reoccurring issue most people are finding is that they are provided or have to get a laptop for work which only has the 1 screen and most office…
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Powercolor Radeon 5700XT Dual fan warranty
Hi, First, sorry for my English. I bought this card about two weeks ago and it has some problems with signal from HDMI port from time to time. It's an open box item and I know I have 30 days return period, but I really like the card and got it for a very good price and would like to keep it if possible. My question is what…
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Desktop black after new PSU install
I just installed a RM850x. I have a Gigabits GA890 mobo, and and Asus Srtix 1070ti. Computer posts and when my desktop shows up, nothing in the try and then goes black. The cursor is still there. The power supply I replaced was a basic 650w non modular. Please help!
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New Desktop Purchase Help
We have an HP6300SF, that we purchased from the Columbus MC and we love it. Looking to get another business grade desktop, but don't know which of these would be best: HP EliteDesk 800 G1 Desktop Computer (Refurbished); $379.99 Intel Core i7 4770 3.4GHz Processor; 16GB DDR3-1600 RAM; 512GB SSD; Intel HD Graphics 4600…
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Powerspec 011d build: best header for pump?
Howdy, I purchased the Powerspec 011d kit with all of the Aluminum EK parts and the front distro plate, which I think you guys build with all the time for pre-built gaming pcs. What I'm wanting to know is which header is best for the water pump on the distro-plate. I'm using an ASUS z390 strix-e and it has all of the…
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I need to add memory to my Power Spec I bought in 2014. What to by, and how to install?
My Powerspec PC INFO Device
Speifications Device Name: CurtisAMay-PC Processor: Intel(R)
Core(TM) i3-4340 CPU @ 3.60GHz 3.60GHz Graphics: Intel(R)
HD Graphics 4600 Installed RAM: 4.00
GB (3.83 GB usable) Device ID: F7193C75-337F-44BE-A446-4A125F371E44 Product ID: 00330
80000 00000 AA039 System Type: 64-bit
operating system…
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Reboot Error
Hi we had a power surge and when my PowerSpec desktop came back online, there was a reboot screen and I'm not sure what to do. please help. thx
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Overland Park Store: PVA filament
This store use to stock this. Now it says it's not carried? Can anyone confirm if it'll be re-stocked in Overland Park? https://www.microcenter.com/product/485656/inland-175mm-natural-pva-3d-printer-filament---05kg-spool-(11-lbs) Thanks!
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Purchasing webcam
I want to buy a reasonable webcam in next few days. I've found that they're all sold out. Called store & won't hold for next caller. How do I make this purchase happen soon? Ruth
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Powerspec G460 no longer boots
Computer locked up and required a hard reboot. Ever since, it no longer completes the boot sequence. Upon powerup, it displays a black screen saying "Powerspec" with a rotating circle of dots at the bottom. Stays on this screen for about 60 seconds with rotating dots, then automatically cycles off and back on.…
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Phrozen Sonic Mini 3D Printers
Does the Micro Center carry the Phrozen Sonic Mini 3D Printer?
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Need side panel for PowerSpec G400-G429
Received an old PowerSpec G412 as a hand-me-down. I've rebuilt it but it's missing the vented left-side-panel (left if you're facing the front). Is there a way to purchase the side panel separately? A used one would be fine.
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no display after windows installs Vega8 driver for 3200g
can install windows. if i install without network, it continues to work as soon as windows sniffs internet, it runs automatic driver updates and screen goes black. If i manually download and install driver - screen goes black. once a graphics driver is installed - there seems to be no way to get the black screens to stop…
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Price
This discussion was created from comments split from: Debating on buying this... Need Advice.
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PowerSpec 1520 Keyboard
Hey all, I recently purchased a used PowerSpec 1520 laptop. This thing is great, but it did not come with the manual. I have had some issues with the keyboard back-lighting; I cannot figure out how to turn it on and off. I have tried just about every key on the keyboard with no luck. I have also gone through the control…
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Are these items out of stock in the Fairfax VA store?
I was looking online at these items: https://www.microcenter.com/product/5003144/-amd-ryzen-7-2700x-with-wraith-prism-cooler,-asus-tuf-b450m-plus-gaming,-cpu---motherboard-bundle - and it says they are out of stock at every single Micro Center store. I was wondering if this is because they are not being sold entirely from…
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Bitlocker kicked in and I'm F****d
I have a Micro Center extented warranty on my Dell Inspiron 1300. Bitlocker kicked in and now I'm frozen out. I can't find my recover key in my microsoft account and I threw away all the packaging and manuals for this laptop so I'm royally screwed. I can't do any kind of reset either...it keeps asking for this phantom…
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Monitor black , no bios beeping
Newly built, AMD Ryzeo 7 3800x, Asus Rog Strix x570-e, Corsair 32G D4 3200 memory, Corsair RMx750x FM 80+G ATX PSU, motherboard bios upgraded to date. HDMI port connected with TV. When switched on, fans are running, all lights on board are on, but TV shows No Signal Detected, and no bios peeping heard. Any one has any…
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I am looking for a cable that i do not see listed
This discussion was created from comments split from: SKU 942771 Availability Inquiry.
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Spilled Bourbon on Acer V17 Nitro VN7-793G-xxxx Laptop
I know... I know... I took it apart and removed the battery. I want to clean it out with alcohol, but the 793 version of this laptop unfortunately requires you to go through the mobo to get to the underside of the keyboard and I'm not fully comfortable doing that. Battery is showing 2.2V, so might be shorted. The rest of…
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Powerspec won’t turn on.
Just picked up a G705 this morning and it won’t even turn on. I’ve tried multiple outlets and nothing happens. Should I just bring it back to micro center?
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Opening Attachments
Hi I am unable to open scanned attachments or forwarded attachments in my email. When I try to "save as" it gives me the option of a "webpage complete" I don't know how to resolve this. Thank you.
