The "Quick Questions that does not Deserve a Thread"...Thread. V2
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[QUOTE=David Tennant;33674617]Bollocks is it, doesn't even accept flv/mkvs and half the AVIs I try.[/QUOTE]
Didn't accept for me either until I cleared up some space on my hard drive. Looks like it makes a copy of the file being imported.
Is there a MSI motherboard with 1155 socket and atleast one IDE port?
[QUOTE=juGGa;33674907]Is there a MSI motherboard with 1155 socket and atleast one IDE port?[/QUOTE]
there probably isn't, but I'm successfully using a £6 SATA to IDE converter for an IDE hard drive on my MSI 1155 motherboard
Question:
Why is there a high-pitched noise coming from my PSU? I checked the capactiors and they were all fine, so I have no idea what it could be. I don't hear it most of the time because I'm listening to music, but when I'm not, the noise just angers me.
Voltages are here:
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/qhVe1.png[/IMG]
I have a fear it might be the 10V one...
I want a keyboard that has basic media controls (play pause next prev), is backlet, and has USB slots. What's a good one.
[QUOTE=FullStreak12;33676512]I want a keyboard that has basic media controls (play pause next prev), is backlet, and has USB slots. What's a good one.[/QUOTE]
none
then no backlit
[QUOTE=FullStreak12;33676512]I want a keyboard that has basic media controls (play pause next prev), is backlet, and has USB slots. What's a good one.[/QUOTE]
[IMG]http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/215/logitechg1101.jpg/[/IMG]
Logitech G11
or 212 evo if you feel the slight improvements are worth $4
[QUOTE=Kepler;33675439]Question:
Why is there a high-pitched noise coming from my PSU? I checked the capactiors and they were all fine, so I have no idea what it could be. I don't hear it most of the time because I'm listening to music, but when I'm not, the noise just angers me.
Voltages are here:
[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/qhVe1.png[/IMG]
I have a fear it might be the 10V one...[/QUOTE]
Software voltage readings will be inaccurate for the PSU and even so proper PC power supplies will measure their output voltage and automatically correct any irregular fluctuations found. Do you get any other symptoms or problems beside the high pitch noise? It would also be helpful if you listed the make and model of your PSU.
For now you could do a [url=http://dodji.seketeli.com/downloads/shuttle-psu-paper-clip-test.pdf]paper clip test[/url] to isolate everything and check if the PSU fan is spinning, and if it is see if that's the likely candidate for this noise.
[QUOTE=GreenDolphin;33679540]Software voltage readings will be inaccurate and even so proper PC power supplies will measure their output voltage and automatically correct any irregular fluctuations found. Do you get any other symptoms or problems beside the high pitch noise? It would also be helpful if you listed the make and model of your PSU.
For now you could do a [url=http://dodji.seketeli.com/downloads/shuttle-psu-paper-clip-test.pdf]paper clip test[/url] to isolate everything and check if the PSU fan is spinning, and if it is see if that's the likely candidate for this noise.[/QUOTE]
Fan is spinning, It could also be my HDD because every time I open a new tab it makes a higher pitched noise for a second
I got directed to a limited free pomo offer of System Mechanic.
[url]http://www.iolo.com/promo/partner/softpedia/index.htm[/url]
Question is, is System Mechanic itself actually good and trustworthy? Actually better question, what's better than TuneUp utilities?
do you really need to ask
So I just built a new PC, and I've got an SSD for my OS and a secondary HDD for all my other shit. However, all the default directories (program files, my documents, etc) are on the SSD, but I'd rather have them clog up space on my 1.5 TB HDD instead of my 60 GB SSD. Is there anyway for me to move all these libraries to the HDD?
[QUOTE=Oneperson;33680627]So I just built a new PC, and I've got an SSD for my OS and a secondary HDD for all my other shit. However, all the default directories (program files, my documents, etc) are on the SSD, but I'd rather have them clog up space on my 1.5 TB HDD instead of my 60 GB SSD. Is there anyway for me to move all these libraries to the HDD?[/QUOTE]
Junction points. Other tips here [url]http://blog.superuser.com/2011/05/10/maximizing-the-lifetime-of-your-ssd/[/url]
Is my Nvidia 7900GTX bottlenecking my i5 2500k enough that I should make upgrading my GPU a priority?
[QUOTE=Oneperson;33680627]So I just built a new PC, and I've got an SSD for my OS and a secondary HDD for all my other shit. However, all the default directories (program files, my documents, etc) are on the SSD, but I'd rather have them clog up space on my 1.5 TB HDD instead of my 60 GB SSD. Is there anyway for me to move all these libraries to the HDD?[/QUOTE]
Personally you should have set up Windows to move all Program Data and Users folders to the HDD during installation. Those are the main folders that can take up a considerable amount of data over time. It makes things much more easier and less of a headache as opposed to manually moving the folders and going into the registry manually changing each string to direct to the correct HDD.
If you can I'd recommend to re-install Windows and follow this guide, be sure to also set on AHCI mode in your BIOS (if possible) before doing this:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/1133113/how-to-move-windows-7-vista-user-and-program-data-folders-pre-user-creation[/url]
Some important information is missing from this guide for some reason. I'll fill in the important blanks regarding the steps:
[u]Audit Mode[/u]
[B]- Step 4:[/B] Link on [url=http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/partition-and-format-a-disk-in-windows/]"Info on how to do this"[/url]
[B]- Step 6:[/B] This is the correct XML information;
[code]<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<unattend xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:unattend">
<settings pass="oobeSystem">
<component name="Microsoft-Windows-Shell-Setup" processorArchitecture="amd64" publicKeyToken="31bf3856ad364e35" language="neutral" versionScope="nonSxS" xmlns:wcm="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WMIConfig/2002/State" xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance">
<FolderLocations>
<ProfilesDirectory>D:\Users</ProfilesDirectory>
<ProgramData>D:\ProgramData</ProgramData>
</FolderLocations>
</component>
</settings>
<cpi:offlineImage cpi:source="wim:h:/sources/install.wim#Windows 7 Professional" xmlns:cpi="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:cpi" />
</unattend>[/code]-Note: Where it says Windows 7 Professional, you would edit it to whichever version of Windows you installed.
-Note: The Drive letter in these lines is the drive letter that you assigned to the Drive or Partition that you are moving the ProgramData and User Data folders to.
[B]<ProfilesDirectory>D:\Users</ProfilesDirectory>
<ProgramData>D:\ProgramData</ProgramData>[/B]
If you don't want to re-install Windows then this guide here is pretty much the last option, albiet dirty and unstable:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/664738/how-to-setup-ssd-boot-drive-with-secondary-hard-disc-optimization[/url]
I don't really recommend doing this guide I just linked to unless you have to.
If undoubtedly you get corrupted user profiles then follow this:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/1133660/how-to-fix-corrupt-user-profiles-in-windows-7[/url]
Finally if you want to get extra extensive on how much data you want to save on your SSD then this guide will help:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/1133897/windows-7-ssd-tweaking-guide[/url]
Besides from that you can easily install programs onto your HDD by manually changing the install location during installation, or use junction points. Good luck.
[QUOTE=paindoc;33681418]Is my Nvidia 7900GTX bottlenecking my i5 2500k enough that I should make upgrading my GPU a priority?[/QUOTE]
Even if it isn't bottlenecking it, you should seriously consider upgrading. The 7900 GTX is a really dated card.
[QUOTE=paindoc;33681418]Is my Nvidia 7900GTX bottlenecking my i5 2500k enough that I should make upgrading my GPU a priority?[/QUOTE]
Definitely. How or why you're using that GPU with a high end CPU setup is beyond me. If you're thinking of upgrading it what other components are in your PC? What PSU are you using?
Alright, so I've gotten a Memory Managment BSOD around 4-5 times on my new build. I just burned the .iso of Memtest86+ on a DVD and I'm gonna run it overnight to see if I have a faulty stick.
I have a few questions, although:
1. This BSOD has been mostly with Minecraft, but I'm not sure if that's really the problem. Can a BSOD like this be one programs fault?
2. It also happens only when I'm playing games, usually. Is it possibly that it's just one of my sticks? And if it is one of my sticks, and I have to go through the RMA process, do I have to return both sticks?
I'll edit this post with the results tomorrow.
[editline]12th December 2011[/editline]
Ah, fuck. I forgot; one more thing
3. If I do have the errors, should I RMA as soon as I can? I don't want to wait because it's almost Christmas break. Are the BSOD harming anything or just going to be an annoyance?
[QUOTE=GreenDolphin;33681590]Definitely. How or why you're using that GPU with a high end CPU setup is beyond me. If you're thinking of upgrading it what other components are in your PC? What PSU are you using?[/QUOTE]
I have a 650w silverstone modular. I was going to upgrade, but money got tight and I was unable. I have 2 6 pin PCIe power connectors. Any recommendations are welcome :v:
EDIT: It is a GPU or an RC Tank for Xmas, not both, so.....
Can anyone me know list of what need to do if I get a SSD for Christmas? I know there's a lot of settings you need to disabled and change to get better performance and a longer life out of it.
[QUOTE=TehWhale;33682630]Can anyone me know list of what need to do if I get a SSD for Christmas? I know there's a lot of settings you need to disabled and change to get better performance and a longer life out of it.[/QUOTE]
I would make sure your motherboard has a SATA3 Connection- these are the best way to take full advantage of an SSD. Getting more complex, you can start by shifting your OS to the SSD. Then, shift your favorite games over until space is full or you run out of games.
Those are my simple tips, expect better ones from the other blokes Also expect that some of my answers are wrong :eng101:
[QUOTE=The First 11'er;33681867]Alright, so I've gotten a Memory Managment BSOD around 4-5 times on my new build. I just burned the .iso of Memtest86+ on a DVD and I'm gonna run it overnight to see if I have a faulty stick.
I have a few questions, although:
1. This BSOD has been mostly with Minecraft, but I'm not sure if that's really the problem. Can a BSOD like this be one programs fault?
2. It also happens only when I'm playing games, usually. Is it possibly that it's just one of my sticks? And if it is one of my sticks, and I have to go through the RMA process, do I have to return both sticks?
I'll edit this post with the results tomorrow.
[editline]12th December 2011[/editline]
Ah, fuck. I forgot; one more thing
3. If I do have the errors, should I RMA as soon as I can? I don't want to wait because it's almost Christmas break. Are the BSOD harming anything or just going to be an annoyance?[/QUOTE]
Just ran a Memtest.
Instantly got errors not even a second in and I rebooted after reading 14,008 errors and no passes.
So I'm guessing my RAM is completely fucked, ugh. How long does the RMA process take, and should I change it out immediately? The only thing that happens is I get a BSOD. Will anything else be damaged if I don't RMA?
[QUOTE=GreenDolphin;33681511]Personally you should have set up Windows to move all Program Data and Users folders to the HDD during installation. Those are the main folders that can take up a considerable amount of data over time. It makes things much more easier and less of a headache as opposed to manually moving the folders and going into the registry manually changing each string to direct to the correct HDD.
If you can I'd recommend to re-install Windows and follow this guide, be sure to also set on AHCI mode in your BIOS (if possible) before doing this:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/664738/how-to-setup-ssd-boot-drive-with-secondary-hard-disc-optimization[/url]
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If you don't want to re-install Windows then this guide here is pretty much the last option, albiet dirty and unstable:
[url]http://www.overclock.net/t/664738/how-to-setup-ssd-boot-drive-with-secondary-hard-disc-optimization[/url]
I don't really recommend doing this guide I just linked to unless you have to.[/QUOTE]
Uh, your recommended guide (with a new installation of windows) and the guide you don't really recommend link to the same thread...
Experiencing a rather odd bug in windows 7.
If explorer crashes, for some reason, when it get's re-opened (either by me manually re-opening it, or it auto-opening) it just opens the default explorer window (the one when you press win + e) and my taskbar doesn't come back.
Quick question, I'm ordering the parts for my new build in the next few days, how do I actually assemble the computer? What tools do I need? Is there any process that I follow, or anything I should avoid doing?
[QUOTE=Wealth + Taste;33684725]Quick question, I'm ordering the parts for my new build in the next few days, how do I actually assemble the computer? What tools do I need? Is there any process that I follow, or anything I should avoid doing?[/QUOTE]
It is a good idea to touch some metal (like the case(non painted part)), before touching any parts; to avoid static shock.
Most of the building process is self explanitory, but if you get stuck with how or where to put something, you can consult your motherboard guide and if all else, just look up some simple youtube videos.
Everybody is always so scared of building a pc when it's actually really easy. You just have to be careful and use common sense (don't force anything).
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