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Boot Failure Detected
I’ve had booting issues since I’ve upgrade my gaming PC with an Aorus Z390 Master and an i9 9900k CPU. At first it would not boot up at all until I loosened the CPU cooler. Everything was good for about 3 days and now I’m randomly receiving this error. I’ve flashed the BIOS to the latest F11c update and even reset the CMOS…
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External Hard Drive Fix
Want to take my external hard drive to get it’s Data backed up before it fully dies on me. I wanted to confirm the price of the service before driving to my location and being told a different price.
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Looking for a laptop
This discussion was created from comments split from: Need a new device, but not entirely sure what you need? Have questions about a product?.
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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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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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Asus PG27U screen cracked
My screen cracked during a move is that something that you can fix or does it need to go through Asus?
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How do I access the front fan on my PowerSpec G418?
Must I remove the drives and their casing to get at the fan, or can it be accessed by removing the front bezel?Thank you.
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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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Windows Defender
My Surface Pro 4 shows that Defender is no longer available. It won't "restart" and gives me an error message that an IT Administrator is needed. I've searched online for fixes, and the solutions don't seem to match up to the options on my computer.
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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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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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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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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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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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[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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[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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Phrozen Sonic Mini 3D Printers
Does the Micro Center carry the Phrozen Sonic Mini 3D Printer?
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i just finished building my pc and now it doesn't even turn on.
the only thing i see getting some power is just the motherboard cus the light turns on. can someone help me? do i need more power? or do i have connections wrong. or what else can it be cpu - amd ryzen 7 3800x graphics card - evga geforce rtx 2070 super black. memory- tridentz G skil 16gb 2 x 8gb cpu cooler- kraken x62…
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Price
This discussion was created from comments split from: Debating on buying this... Need Advice.
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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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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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PowerSpec G464; Two questions: 1) How to add an HD, 2) Issue using one HD on the RAID controller.
Purchased a new PowerSpec G464, an additional M.2 SSD, and a 10TB HD. Need help with accessing the expansion bays for 10TB HD. Dumb question, where is the access panel, I can't seem to locate all of the "key" screws to allow access? Additionally, found on the PowerSpec website the recommendation that HD's only be added in…
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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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