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    Mouse is slow & laggy on 86" LG tv

    So I've upgraded to an 86" 4k LG tv recently for a multi-monitor setup. I was using a 65" 4k tv as a monitor for years and no real issues. But now my mouse seems really laggy and not very exact when trying to click on things I've increased the responsiveness to 100% in hopes it would help, but...
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    Can I use my Windows wireless keyboard & mouse bluetooth for a ps4 controller?

    So I have a Windows wireless keyboard and mouse combo that comes with a bluetooth dongle I wanted to add a PS4 controller to my computer to play video games and was wondering if I could piggy back on this dongle or if I need to buy a separate one for the controller? I was thinking of getting...
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    Should I upgrade my 65" Samsung KS8000?

    So I have a 65" Samsung KS8000 from I think 2016 or 2017 - how can I determine exactly what year it is? Does anyone know how many LED zones it has and the overall nits? I can't seem to find info on either. It seems this tv does NOT have local dimming zones, so apparently my blacks/darks can...
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    Which 8TB HDD for media storage?

    So I'm about to burst out of my current 2TB HDD for all of my media storage. I am looking to upgrade to a 8TB HDD to store all of my various media on. Which one do you guys suggest? I Found this Seagate for $150: https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16822183793 But then this 8TB Seagate that looks...
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    M.2 SSDs - do they have FDE yet?

    So I want to move from SSDs for my OS to M.2 SSDs but only if they have FDE. Do they feature this yet? Also my M.2 slot is under my video card on my Asrock Extreme 4 - do these have issues with overheating? The video card currently has an aircooler on it, but I am getting ready to add a water...
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    I want to host all of my video files securely so my editor can easily access them - how?

    So I have a 2tb HDD that I store a lot of video content on that my video editors can easily, but securely access. Instead of uploading to various things like google drive, I think hosting them on my computer for the editors to access will be easier for everyone. But what is the best & most...
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    FS: MSI R7 260x video card

    I have a MSI R7 260x video card for sale that is only about 4 months old. Works perfect, just didn't work right with my computer. $75 + shipping. Thanks.
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    Dual video cards are almost identical, but not quite - is it a problem?

    Ok so I have 2 video cards, I thought they were both Asus Nvidia G-Force 9800GT cards and they look almost identical except for a some resistors etc. They have the exact same model #, different serial #'s though obviously. Is this going to be a compatability problem when running them together...
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    Took heatsink off video card, ok to use Arctic Silver to put it back on?

    I have an Asus nvidia card that I had to take a part to clean. This I also removed the heat sink and there is the grey thermal compound on there, seems almost hard like dried putty, but I think I should be able to clean it off with some rubbing alcohol? Is it ok to use the Arctic Silver...
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    Do I need to do anything with new microsd card?

    I just received my new Samsung Evo 64g microsd card. Do I need to do anything to it first, format it etc or can I just put it right into my phone? Does anyone put additional passwords or encryption on their microsd cards?
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    Samsung Evo or Pro microSD for Padfone X?

    I want a 64gb Samsung MicroSD & they have 2 different versions: Evo - writes up to 48MB/s Pro - writes up to 90MB/s I have a Padfone X Would I benefit by going with the Pro for faster writing speeds? Can the Padfone X even utilize that speed? If not I will go with the Evo. Thanks.
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    Driver gave me BSOD, I installed new ones now down to 1 monitor from 3

    I have 3 monitors & recently upgraded my video card. I was having issues with the drivers & was getting the BSOD. I posted a thread in the BSOD section on sevenforums.com & they suggested I re-install the drivers, which I did, using the version - 13-9_win7_win8_64_dd_ccc_whql - but now I'm...
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    Is it possible to daisy chain monitors together via Display Port?

    I have 3 newer Dell monitors that have a Display Port and will be buying a new video card this week that supports 4 monitors. (2 DVI PORTS, 1 Display Port & 1 HDMI) Is it possible to daisy chain the monitors together via this Display Port so I don't have to run a DVI cable to the video card...
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    What video card to replace my Asus Nvidia 9800 GT?

    I had two dual monitor Nvidia 9800 GT video cards. One of them went bad & before I was able to send it in for repair (it was out of warranty) my sons cat peed in the open box it was sitting in ready to get shipped... needless to say I need a new video card lol I'm not looking to spend a...
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    19" DJ or server 4u frame rack?

    Ok I bought 2 of these American DJ rack mount Power Switches to use on my desk & need some type of housing for them: http://www.amazon.com/American-Pc-100A-Mount-Power-Switcher/dp/B0002GL50Q It says they are 19" x 2" x 5" - single space rm - so does this mean they take up 1u right? Anyone...
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    Best deal for Samsung 840 EVO 250g?

    Looking to pull the trigger in the next day or so on a Samsung 840 EVO 250g and trying to get the best price. Amazon has it for $168 -...
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    American DJ Power Switch & swapping rocker switches & surge protection

    I'm looking for a much cleaner power setup for my system. Right now I have a surge protector as #1 for computer & printer etc & then a power strip piggy backed off that for lights, monitors etc. Cable every where, surge protectors laying all over the ground. I have this desk in black...
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    What triple monitor stand for glass desk?

    Ok I have this desk (in black): http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4yNMFdkUmok/TZqrAMiwtTI/AAAAAAAAAA0/WSdALUKCIMQ/s1600/glass+desk.jpg Right now I have 3 Dell 23" monitors - two on the riser platform and then the 3rd on the corner piece on a platform so they are all the same height & butt up against...
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    What specs to look for in an SSD for OS?

    Ok my computer is still running pretty strong after 4+ years I think & I can't afford to build a new one and I don't want to get into upgrading/replacing a lot of parts like the MOBO or processor etc so I figured the next big/only/last upgrade this computer needs is for my OS to be on SSD's...
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    Dell monitor 2209WA is starting to flicker after a couple minutes?

    I've had this Dell 2209WA monitor along with 2 others for a few years now & no issues with any of them. Recently one of them started to flicker with tiny white lines going across it horizontally. Any idea what is causing this & how to fix it? I tried changing the refresh rate from 59mhz to...
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    27" Samsung touch monitors or LCD projector & MYO armband?

    I'm at a crossroads with the displays of how I'd like to build my next computer. I'm currently setup with three 22" monitors and want to keep a similar setup, if not bigger. Samsung debuted their 27" touch monitors at CES this year & I imagine they will be out later this year & priced...
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    When will we see full touch screen monitors/desktop surfaces & clear monitors?

    When do you guys think we will see 22" size monitors that are completely touch screen like and thin like an ipad? Perhaps even an entire desktop surface? What about those bad ass clear, ultra thin monitors you see in movies like Avengers etc? I think it was Intel or Sony that recently...
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    Which is better AMD 8+ cores or Ivy Bridge quad?

    I'm thinking of putting a new build together, something that can last 5+ years. (my last build was a Q6600 that I'm still rocking 4+ years later and will give to my son when I upgrade) I've always been an Intel guy, but these 8 & 12 core processors really have me wondering how they compare to...
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    When will touch-desktops be available? (Also Spatial interfaces like Oblong Ind.)

    When will touch-desktops be available? I'm talking about an entire glass desk as the touch screen like a giant ipad, when will this be available do you guys think? Is there anything available now? I know Microsoft had Surface, but ipad/phone technology has obviously passed that up. There...
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    Oblong & SixthSense

    Absolutely amazing. Wait until these technologies are readily available at the consumer level - and thats just a year or two away. Does anyone have more info on either one of these two? http://oblong.com/ http://www.ted.com/talks/pattie_maes_demos_the_sixth_sense.html Imagine a...
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    Which camcorder should I get for a webcam?

    Ok here are the camcorders I'm considering & are within my budget. Can anyone help me find the one that will offer the best video quality & also allow me to turn the camcorder into a webcam/VoIP...
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    Cant get my windows MCE remote to work

    I have a windows MCE remote that I havent been able to get it to work. What am I doing wrong? I am running it with IR Trans software for a VFD I have on the box itself. All made by origen. The remost actually says Origen also, but its a Win MCE Suggestions? Where do I start? What...
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    No sound through HDMI?

    I have both XP Pro & Ubuntu and I do not get any sound to my tv through HDMI. What switch can I flip to get it to work?
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    2 exactly same Dell 19" monitors - yet the colors look a little different?

    I just bought 2 used, 19" dell monitors. Now they are both in great shape and have been used probably about the same amount. Now I have them both setup next to each other with the exact same background and the one looks like the colors are just a little bolder, and brighter, while the...
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    2 - 19" Dell monitors as side panels, how large can my center monitor be?

    I have two Dell 19" flat screen monitors. I dont know the model of them, I tried looking but didnt see anything on them. They are the 19" ones with the silver back if that helps. But I want to have a desktop that looks like this...
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    Looking for a 40" Sony LCD 1080i... what are my options and prices?

    I am looking for just a 40" (no bigger, no smaller) LCD 1080i by Sony. does anyone know what kind of models are available and what their prices are hovering at now with the way pretty much everything in electronics has been slashed price wise?
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    What size monitor is in this picture?

    I am looking at getting a 3 screen work station. I would like a set up exactly like this, I would assume those are 2 - 19" monitors on the side, and is that a 30" in the middle? If I want my 19" Dell side panel monitors to be exactly the same height as the center monitor when they are...
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    Need a single stand that can hold 3 monitors & monitor questions

    Looking for a nice single stand that can hold up to 3 individual monitors. I would like the stand to allow me to rotate all 3 monitors 360/180 if I want. I want a good quality stand Who makes them and how much am I looking to spend just for the stand? Do I have to buy special back...
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