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How to Use StreamLabs OBS (SLOBS)
You’ve built your computer, picked out your streaming accessories, and are ready to start streaming! But one question lingers: how do I get what’s on my screen onto Twitch? The answer is Open Broadcast Software, or OBS, a program that will capture footage from your computer and display that online. The most common is Open…
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Are Windows 'Storage Spaces' roughly equivalent to BIOS pre-boot type RAID systems?
I use a 2TB C drive as one unit (plus standard hidden Microsoft OS volumes) and a 2TB 2nd drive unit I have split into a NTFS drive of most space usage, and a Dev Drive smaller for my repos and such for application development. I'm interested in using a SATA in-bay SSD to either RAID or Storage Space my main C drive, at…
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Has anyone figured out a cure for Windows 11 24H2 causing DirectX errors in some gaming titles?
I found the only sure-fire fix was to roll back to 23H2 for fixing this. I know some Ubisoft titles, and Activision's Black Ops 6 were suffering from when users were automatically updated to 24H2. There are literally hundreds of YouTube videos and clips that tried to explain fixes for it, but the only one that works is…
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Windows 11 Pro no longer activated on custom PC
On March 24, I had Microcenter build me a PC and install and activate Windows 11 Pro on it. I was never given a Windows 11 CD/DVD at the store. Just now, after installing the 24H2 update, Windows is no longer activated. I am subscribed to Priority Care+, if that is relevant. Is there a way for me to find what my product…
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New MSI x670e red & yellow Fail leds
New MSI x670e with AMD 9800x3d, 4 x 16 Gb memory Red and yellow fail lights — CPU & memory I found a Reddit note that suggested go to 2 sticks in slots 2 & 4. Seemed to work for a lot of people. Not for me. I dropped to 1 memory stick in slot 2, all clear, boot to Windows just fine! But I bought and need the 64 Gb I have.…
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Activate Windows Watermark
Microsoft updated my computer earlier today (Jan 23). After I rebooted and the changes were installed, I noticed a Watermark in the lower right corner of my screen: Activate Windows Go to Settings to activate Windows I've gone to settings. Under System→Activation I see the following We can't activate Windows on this device…
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Scammed out of windows
I bought my computer from here and I have already left a bad review but again they are screwing me over. I have been emailing back and forth and at first they wanted to help me but then they switched. I got my computer in September before I left for school and a month and a half later my windows deactivated. I asked for…
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I was wondering when this laptop sale ends.
I was wondering when the sale on the Microsoft surface 7th edition ZGM-00062 copilot+ PC in the 13.8 inch ends?
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recommended backup software for Windows
I currently use Acronis software to backup my 2 computers, but i don't like its interface - and its tech support cost me several hours of frustration. What backup software do people use?
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TW100. Was using Windows 10. Did a fresh install, need drivers
Need to get the touch screen, keyboard, basically all the tablet drivers. Any help would be appreciated, really love my old tablet Thanks Bob
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Windows 11 Printer Drivers
Has anyone found a workaround for the Fact that W11 will not support some very functional printers? Specifically, I have an HP Photosmart 8450 printer that runs great on W7, but my HP Envy Laptop with Windows 11 can see the 8450, but will not support it with any drivers....earlier this year Microsoft support helped me…
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Deylayed keyboard response
I just upgraded my pc and everytime i play a game and press a key it takes 2-3 seconds for the action to happen and its only on games. I've tried everything to fix it but nothing seems to work and i havent been able to play anything. If anyone knows how to fix this please lmk
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Windows Instatlation
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Visual C ++ 2015 runtime installment isn't working
I need "Microsoft C ++ 2015 runtime" and I have it downloaded but none of my games on Steam will connect it and I don't know what the issue is
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Training on Windows 11?
I am going to buy a new laptop on which to process photos while traveling. Does MicroCenter offer a class or clinics on Using Windows 11?
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"Windows cannot read the <ProductKey> setting from the unattended answer file." W10 install error
Got this "Windows cannot read the <ProductKey> setting from the unattended answer file." when installing Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 32-bit/64-bit English USB on a freshly built Intel/ASRock computer. I have the printed product key but am never given a chance to enter it. Just built the computer. Starts at BIOS as expected.…
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Error 0x80070035 when trying to connect to PowerSpec G439
I have 2 PCs on an ethernet network. When the G439 tries to connect to the Dell, there is no problem. However, when the Dell PC tries to connect to the G439, it "sees" the PC but will not connect due to the above error. I have googled the error code and tried the various "cures" suggested, but no success. MS Support…
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Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Elite AX - cannot get PCI controller installed
Purchased a bundle from Microcenter with the Z690 Aorus Elite AX mobo and Intel i9-12900k processor. Flashed the mobo with the latest BIOS - "FM" version. This is required to work with the new i9 processors. Built the machine, installed Win 10 Pro. Cannot get the PCI controller to install. Gone though all the drivers on…
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how much will it cost me for micro center to download windows 10 pro onto my PC
I just got my first PC built at micro center but its stuck on the BIOS screen because i dont have an OS and im wondering how much it would be for micro center to do it for me because im having a hard time doing it myself
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Windows Code invalidated (Micro Center Mistake)
I'm looking for assistance and I'm getting the run around from my local service desk. I had a pc built by the service folks. There were some hangups. The pc build kept boot looping. They tried a multitude of solutions but eventually concluded that the old case of the existing build I'd brought in wasn't meshing with the…
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Locate windows 11 product key?
I had to reset/reinstall windows 11 on my new G903 I bought today, my own fault, but now when I try to activate windows 11 it says no product key found. Where can I find the product key for windows 11 on my powerspec G903?
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Windows 11 FAQs
We've received a few questions about Windows 11 and we've compiled a list of great solutions to these questions from Microsoft about these questions. What can I do if I'm having problems logging into Windows? Here are some things you can try if you’re having trouble signing in to a Windows 10 device, including problems…
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Windows latest update KB5025239
IT seems to be causing my SSD hard drive to run at overheating speeds computer only 6 months old I heard you should uninstall it just looking for other opinions THanks for any help
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For a PowerSpec PC, how do we get Windows to recognize the motherboard-attached SSD?
I was not able to find a driver for my version. Installation: Windows 11 pro, international English, 64 bit G441
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How do I move my operating system from my hard drive to my ssd?
I've had my pc for around four years and in that time I've never had a reason to move my os to my SSD. However, my hard drive is starting to fill up thus making my boot time longer. Is there an easy way to migrate my os to my SSD without having to download a third-party software?
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Copy files to new computer and maintain original file dates / timestamps
I have a new G441 and will be copying 1TB of files from old system's drive to new drive via a USB backup disk. I'd like to retain the file's original creation and modified dates? If I do a simple COPY with File Explorer the dates are all changed to today's date. Is there another simple way to do this? Thanks
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Issues with Windows 10 installation
I am trying to install Windows 10 to my pc and the setup continues to be stuck at the "Getting Updates" window at 46%. I disabled my antivirus software to see if that was causing the issue. Are there any other tips that someone can recommend?
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Reloading windows
I have a powerspec computer about 6 years old with windows 10 pro. I want to reset back to original to erase what is on it. How can I do this. I don;t have the Windows disk or the product id to reactivate windows. It is currently activated.
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Trouble Installing Windows on new SSD
So right now I'm having an issue with a new SSD for a new system. I'm trying to install Windows(8.1, which I'm going to upgrade a few times to 11 and then reformat, because Microsoft has enough of my money) however I'm running to the most bizzare problem. The drive is initialized and has a partition on it, I can see it…
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Repair Question windows sign in
Recently had computer reimaged. Now it will not boot to the windows desktop and asks for a key or password. I don't have such a key and it seems that mi Microsoft account password is not what it wands. Are there any solutions?
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How to safely (ie not have OneDrive delete files from my PC) unlink/uninstall OneDrive
I have Windows 11, and want to STOP using OneDrive and go 100% to DropBox. I've read a lot about OneDrive and how steps must be followed in sequence to do it properly so it doesn't delete the files from your PC! (What a terrible process, but I digress) Is it better to first "unlink" OneDrive on my pc? (or, on…
