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  1. PTRMAN

    What happened to rewted?

    Says he is a deleted member. I bought a display and a GPU from him that I need warranty info on but he's gone. Any idea how to reach him?
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    Comcast email on iphone?

    We have comcast as ISP and wife used to be able to get Comcast emails on her iphone. Just recently they stopped loading. I tried uninstall/reinstall emails, changing ports, etc. I don't use iphone, so looking for any help to get the emails back on the iphone. Any suggestions?
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    WTB i5 10600K mini itx, RAM, and mini case.

    Daughter's boyfriend in college is looking for the following: I'm trying to convince him to save some $ buying second-hand here, but he's wary. Does anyone have something like this at a decent price? If so please hit me up. He's also looking at a used Titan for $350 on ebay (if it fits in...
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    FS bare bones i7-12700K

    Picked up two of these rom a local source. One went into wife's new rig and the second is going into mine. Can get my hands on a third if anyone is interested. Asking $300 plus shipping.
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    DDR3 for saele

    Up for sale are 2 sets of DDR 3 ram I found sitting in a drawer. Both sets are used (mine from old builds). 1) Ballistix Sport 4x4GB DDR3 1600 - $40 shipped continental US only DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Timing 9-9-9-24 CAS Latency 9 Voltage 1.50V...
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    Weird stuff with Gigabyte z590 Aorus Ultra

    Picked up an I9-11900K (QS) and a Gigabyte Z590 Aorus Ultra here not long ago. Worked OK for about a month then wonky things started happening. After good performance for about a month I had some kind of glitch. Board would NOT recognize RTX card anymore. Ended up reinstalling win 10 and that...
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    Z590 and 3080Ti

    Running Win10 64 on Gigabyte Z590 Aorus Ultra with EVGA 3080 Ti. Went to install latest GE Force driver (496.76, I think) and everything broke. Card not recognized in either PCIE slot. Reseated 2x. Tried different power outputs from PSU. Was running well for past 2-3 months. Card powers up, fans...
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    Gigabyte Z590 Aorus Ultra bios update

    Can't figure out how to update from F2 to F4. I've downloaded F4 from Gigabyte site but their program won't update. Anyone with this board have any guidance?
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    Acer X34 for sale

    1) I've upgraded to an LG 38", so looking to offload my Acer X34. I'm the sole owner. Overclocks to 100hz no problem. I have the original mount. No longer have the box so prefer local pickup (78748). I bought it refurbished from Woot in July 2016. $500. 2) 8/26 update - I got my...
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    This might be a dumb networking question, but...

    I've just moved to Austin TX (Yeehaw!). Got google fiber but can't get it to work with more than one device. There is a google port on the wall - they gave me two wireless hubs for a mesh system. Great, if all you want is wireless. I like my pc wired. I had it wired like this: wall port to mesh...
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    Help - looking for router / swich suggestions for hotel

    I've moved to Austin TX from NJ for work. I'm currently in an extended stay hotel that has a pretty tame wifi. The ethernet port on the wall does not work, so I unplugged the hotel TV from its ethernet port and plugged in my own desktop (which I lugged all the way from NJ). The speeds aren't...
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    Quiet keyboard?

    Hi all - I love my logitch G710+ keyboard but my wife says when I'm gaming it is WAY TOO LOUD. I do tend to hammer on the space key (trying to jump in TF2). I have the brown Cherry MX switches. Does anyone have a recommendation for a full-size keyboard (with numbers) that is quieter and won't...
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    WTB - Vesa mounting plate for Monoprice monitor mount

    Purchased this (https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=312&cp_id=10828&cs_id=3121301&p_id=29407&seq=1&format=2) some time ago and managed to misplace one of the plates that screws into the back of the monitor. Monoprice says they don't sell replacement parts so unless I find it I'm screwed. The...
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    Anyone using a 55" display for primary monitor?

    Have some room and thinking of picking up a used Samsung 55" 4K for my primary monitor. There's a Samsung 55" UN55JU6700F (https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN55JU6700-Curved-55-Inch-Ultra/dp/B00T48CVV0 ) posted locally on FB Marketplace for $275, right about the max I'm willing to go. It is a few...
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    5x Dell U2711 and 3x VIVO mounts

    Selling my five Dell monitors (there are six in the pictures, but only five survived the move). All are U2711s (2560 x 1440) and out of warranty. I have all original 6 stands from Dell. In the pics each pair is mounted on a VIVO desk mount...
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    Cooler Master AIO - how do I know if it is working?

    Purchased this the other day for a new office build. I am NOT AT ALL into the lighting scheme thing, but the price was pretty good. Build is as follows: Corsair 400C Asus Prime x-470 Pro mobo Ryzen 2700X Cooler Master AIO 2 x GTX 980 Ti (top one has own AIO liquid cooler) Took quite a while to...
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    Desktop monitor stands

    Looking for input on mounting stands. Currently have my acer predator X34 flanked by 2 Dell 2711s, all sitting under a cheapo Samsung 49" HD mounted on the wall. I'd like to put the 2 dells off to one side, probably side-by-side in portrait mode (have to look at a lot of docs so easier in...
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    Anyone added an EVGA hybrid cooler to their 1080 Ti?

    Looking at a used EVGA 1080 Ti FE with an EVGA water block hybrid cooler added on. Bit of a jury-rigged Ti Hybrid, with nearly 2 years warranty left on it. Appears to be these two items together...
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    Triple monitor mount recommendations

    Hi, I've got an x34 predator sandwiched by two dell 2460 27" monitors. Currently just using original stands. Any suggestions for a triple mount, with three independent arms, that could hold all of these in a horizontal layout? Looking for independent arms because the two dells don't quity...
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    8TB for $14

    I just stumbled across this - bought 1. Would have picked up the remaining 4 but limit is 1 item per buyer per 10 days - my loss is your gain...Seller has 470 positive feedback notes (100%). Worth the risk for $14...
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    Advice before I spend (more) money for media storage/streaming

    My current setup is a repurposed PC (i5-3570K, Win 10) with both PlayOn (to record from various sources like Xfinity, Netfix, Hulu, etc) and Plex (to stream). I've got a pair of 8TB drives set up through Win10 as mirrored drives (which I guess is really jsut Raid 1). I have two places to watch...
  22. PTRMAN

    Looking for input on connection issues

    Hoping the [H] community can help me understand how to fix my problems. Trying to play Titanfall 2 and the game partially connects but ends up hanging before fully starting. EA claims it is my network (see attached UO trace report) while Comcast says everything is OK. I'm way past my level of...
  23. PTRMAN

    Rengage mirrored drives after clean Win 10 reinstall

    Hi, I had set up two HDDs on my media PC as mirrored drives. Then something happened (Critical Process Died) so had to reinstall win 10. Now I've got two separate drives. How do "re-engage" the mirroring process. Each drive has about 5TB of TV shows and Movies. I can't figure out how to do...
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    Klipsch 2.1 Promedia died. Is this suitable upgrade?

    My beloved Klipsch finally bit the dust. Looking to replace/upgrade. Setup: PC audio out from my Maximus IX Hero motherboard. Room is small (8' X 10'). Not looking to shake the neighborhood, just my desk. But I think I'd like something small to actually fit on the desk. Uses: Primarily...
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    Home networking suggestions

    Xfinity service comes into the basement. They installed an amp in front of their modem/router, which helps with TV signal. I've got four direct outs on the modem/router - Sonos (right next to modem/router) Pogoplug (right next to modem/router) Powerline device (runs to HDTV in Family Room) 60'...
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    Acer x34 at Micro Center

    Read about this in another forum then checked it out and it works. Micro Center lists the X34 new for $1299, but in the cart it rings up as $999. Store pickup only. Can also sign up with an .edu address for an additional $100 off. I picked up a refurb from Woot last summer for around $700 and I...
  27. PTRMAN

    Looking for IT Support/Networking help

    Hi all, I've got a very small (just me) business in Wilmington DE. I love PCs but primarly know about building 'em and gaming. I'm looking for someone to assist with my networking, backup, security and (very occasional) PC support needs. I've gone through two firms here (first dropped me after...
  28. PTRMAN

    Little Mobo / GPU help needed

    Trying to figure out why I'm having a lot of microstutter on Titanfall 2 with 1080s in SLI. AFAIK there isn't yet any SLI support for this game. But looking at GPU-Z and CPU-Z I see the following: Are the two cards running at 16X or at 8X? And why does CPU-Z show 8X? Asus website says "the...
  29. PTRMAN

    1080 + Cash for Titan X Maxwell SC Hybrid

    Hey everyone, I've got an offer to trade my EVGA GTX 1080 FTW + cash for a Titan X Maxwell Superclocked Hybrid. Given todays' pricing, how much cash would make it a fair deal?
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    Recommend wireless keyboard and mouse that actually work?

    Yeah, I've got anger management issues. That said, shouldn't the PC actually respond when I type or hit the mouse? Having just destroyed my fourth keyboard (due to aforesaid non-responsiveness), I'm asking for the community's help in recommending a wireless keyboard/mouse combo that actually...
  31. PTRMAN

    Price Drop - FS: New ASUS Maximus IX Hero and more

    Added two more items today... Mobo - SALE PENDING I have a new ASUS Maximus IX Hero just back from RMA (I couldn't wait for the 4 week turnaround time so bought a replacement). Plain unmarked box. Includes backplate only - no other accessories but if there is something you want that is included...
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    Need a silent keyboard

    So I'm playing Titanfall 2 and jumping around with the space bar when my wife starts yelling about how noisy my keyboard is (we're both ostensibly watching TV in the same room, but I'm not really paying attention). They KB in question is a Microsoft Natural Ergonomic 4000. I also have (and...
  33. PTRMAN

    Finally have PC setup I want, now to improve internet speeds

    I'm in a rental apartment with Comcast as provider. I have their regular home service. Upstaris PC (through ZyXEL powerline) fluctuates from "Very Slow" (1-3 Mbps) to "Good" (17 Mbps), with no obvious reasons for the change. I know powerlines are finicky and that is likely the source for the...
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    Recover Win 10 key from unbootable

    Hi, I had a win 10 machine that had a fatal error. I couldn't fix it at all, so am looking for a way to find the windows key so I can just reinstall. I have the OS drive in an external dock so can read it; I just can't boot from it. The original win 10 was a free upgrade from win 7. I've tried...
  35. PTRMAN

    Advice needed - monitor setup

    Upgraded to Acer Predator X34 and EVGA GTX 1080 FTW. Now looking for two additional 27" 2560x1440 monitors to pair on either side of X34 for surround gaming. Desk won't accommodate anything larger, and I don't want a 2nd X34. Ideally want G-Sync for both 2560x1440s Any suggestions?
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    Wanting more screen space...

    My primary set up is a 3x Dell 1080 (S2740), with a 4790K @ 4Ghz, 32GB Ram, and Win10, all driven by a single GTX 980 Ti hybrid. This is used for both work (MS office and internet) as well as play (mostly FPS). Three monitors are great for work, and the 980 does a good job with 5760 X 1080...
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    2 Port Triple Monitor KVM?

    Looking for a KVM that can handle the following. Any suggestions? Port 1 = desktop pc with 2X GTX 680 in SLI mode – each card has 2x DVI, 1X Display Port, and 1X HDMI outputs. Pretty sure this is sufficient for 3x monitors. Port 2 = Laptop with docking station with 5x outputs – 2X Display...
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    MIS K9A2

    Recently dusted off my old K9A2 and put it into a dedicated storage rig. Doesn't power on although I get an orange light just above the video card slot. Anyone know where I can find a manual on this old MOBO?
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    Old JVC receiver and Audigy sound card?

    Trying to connect PC with old Creative Audigy sound card to even older JVC RX-1028V receiver and I can't figure out how to get 5.1 sound. The receiver is hooked to an equally old Bose 5.1 system. Comcast DVR is hooked up via optical cable and works OK. I've got a cable that plugs into...
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    phantom window on my screen

    I've got a phantom blank window on my screen. No idea where it came from, but a reboot doesn't kill it. Any suggestions?
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