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Connecting EXP GDC adapter to a desktop computer

Thank you for taking the time to reply to my question. I am aware that the performance will take a hit however, its the best alternative I could think of. I will try the connection with the pcie16. Best,
- Kayote
- Post #3
- Sep 10, 2019
- Forum: Motherboards
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Connecting EXP GDC adapter to a desktop computer

I have a HP 8200 PC, to which I want to connect the GDC adapter & run a few games every now and then. The GDC I have has a PCI-E connector. And here is the screenshot of the motherboard of the HP 8200 mini PC. I cannot locate any PCI-E slots, however, I have the big PCI-16x slot empty, can I...
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- Sep 8, 2019
- graphic card motherboard pci express
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Motherboards
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Hp Spectre X360 - usb drive detection on start using the bios secure boot option

Thank you for taking the time to reply to my question. I haven't had a chance to implement the instructions, however, wanted to say a big thank you for the effort & guidance. Best,
- Kayote
- Post #3
- May 8, 2019
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Hp Spectre X360 - usb drive detection on start using the bios secure boot option

Hi, I bought a second hand HP Spectre X360 13" (2016 model), I installed Windows 10 on the system a few months ago using the 'legacy mode', however, now I wanted to reinstall using the 'secure boot' option on & 'legacy mode' off. For complete picture's sake, I will also be installing Ubuntu/...
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- May 7, 2019
- boot boot error installation laptop linux tablet ubuntu usb windows 10
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Installing WinXP on Toshiba 3500 without a CD drive

Guys, I hope someone can help me here. I have a Toshiba Protege 3500 (info:http://www.mobiletechreview.com/notebooks/toshiba3500_xp_tablet.htm) with Windows Tablet 2005 installed. Long story short, I gave the laptop to my brother who got virus on it. It was lying about and now Ive decided...
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- Jan 10, 2010
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Dell XPS 420 dying... think the problem is GFX card but it doesnt appear to be...

Dell is asking for £130 for 3 years warranty, thats insane!!!
- Kayote
- Post #7
- May 23, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Dell XPS 420 dying... think the problem is GFX card but it doesnt appear to be...

Hi, Thanks for the feedback. Yes, my google search brought up lots of results but none was very useful, even the Nvidia forums were of not much help. Im convinced its not anything to do with my Graphics card but rather the powersupply. The reason I say that is first of all, I do not feel...
- Kayote
- Post #6
- May 23, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Dell XPS 420 dying... think the problem is GFX card but it doesnt appear to be...

Thanks RadiclDreamer, I am kinding of dreading doing that as I have no experience and it sure sounds complicated. I do wonder how much dust can settle in a years time, my PC is in a closed room without any pets nor do I smoke... Here is a pic of the blue screen... if that helps...
- Kayote
- Post #3
- May 20, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Dell XPS 420 dying... think the problem is GFX card but it doesnt appear to be...

Hi all, I have a problem with my PC. My Dell XPS 420 was bought last year in April and is now unfortunately out of warranty period so I truly hope this is not a major problem, and I was made redundant at the start of the year so really really hope its not costly. My Dell XPS 420 started...
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- May 20, 2009
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Computer Building
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converting partition from Fat32 to NTFS

Smilin, thansk very much. Will try it now. Regards,
- Kayote
- Post #3
- Mar 22, 2007
- Forum: Operating Systems
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converting partition from Fat32 to NTFS

Guys, My new Acer laptop (a tablet) already comes with two partitions, both unfortunately are FAT32 & I want to convert the primary (which has WinXP tablet installed) into NTFS while retaining ALL the data so I donot have to install anything over again. Also, the second partition is going...
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- Mar 22, 2007
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Upgrading Laptop RAM

Hi guys, Im thinking of a Sony ultra portable laptop but its coming with only 512MB and Im thinking of uprading that to 1GB (adding another stick). Is it really easy to do that or shall I fork out the outrageous amount being asked for by Sony? Cheers
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- Jun 25, 2006
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Laptops
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Netgear RP614 router

You are a star Boomerang. Thnxs for the help. I'll go for the converter and see how it goes. This is my first time with routersas well. I hope it all turns out ok. Firewall issue, the device is advertised to be a complete firewall so if possible Id rather go with the hardware firewall than...
- Kayote
- Post #3
- Jan 29, 2005
- Forum: Networking
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Netgear RP614 router

1)- So I bought this router from eBay. However, it requires me to connect my ethernet cable from Adsl modem to the router. My two Adsl modems (Speedtouch USB & Fujitsu FDX310) both have USB. How am I suppose to connect them with the router? If the answer is no, is there any plug which can...
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- Jan 28, 2005
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Networking
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USB2 & Soundcard question

Thnxs for the soundcard answer. Im using my Live and disabling onboard chip. As for USB2, the cable seems to have 10 pin holes while the actual socket has 9pins, should I go ahead, Im a bit nervous...
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- Post #4
- Dec 17, 2004
- Forum: Motherboards
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New assembled system wont start WinXP...

I built a new system after getting new components. System specs are: AMD Athlon 64 2800+ (new component) EPoX 8KDA3J (new component) 512MB DDR 4300 TwinMOS RAM (new component) Q-Tec 450 PSU 40GB HDD (from old system) Radeon 9600 PRO (from old system) SB Live Value 5.1 (from old system)...
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- Dec 16, 2004
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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USB2 & Soundcard question

I got myself a new motherboard and as I was assembling the new system, few questions came to mind: Soundcard EPoX motherboard comes with Realtek audio chip. I also have Sound Blaster Live Value 5.1 PCI card from my old system. In sound quality I would imagine my SoundBlaster card to sound...
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- Dec 16, 2004
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Motherboards
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Hello? Screws please!

The screws that I removed from my old PSU are fairly big (the size of normal outside case screws) but they do not fit the new PSU which requires smaller screws... I will be doing Klah said. Thnxs for the help guys.
- Kayote
- Post #4
- Dec 16, 2004
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Hello? Screws please!

Ok, so I ordered myself a new motherboard, PSU and when I started assembling my PC, I found out there were no screws that came with motherboard or PSU. As Im new to assembling, my question is, how the **** are we suppose to assemble? I was fortunate enough to be replacing my old system so...
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- Dec 15, 2004
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Cases & Cooling
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Benchmark Problem

I dont understand your question. Now Im not one of these wizkids here but my guess is that the normal (not OCed) A64 3200+ would sit somewhere between A64 3500+ & Intel P4 3.4EE benchmark wise... are you overclocking it? Kay
- Kayote
- Post #3
- Dec 5, 2004
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Jumping onto Sempron but...

1- OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooooooook, fine if its really 5% increase with £10, then I should go for it. 2- Ok, thats good but that that mean if I was to go for (NOT THAT I AM!!!) for a better cooling system I could ramp it up further? 3- Guess what! Chaintech is ONLY available with one online...
- Kayote
- Post #7
- Dec 5, 2004
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Jumping onto Sempron but...

Many thnxs Zebo. 1- Is the A64 2800 the same processor (plus the 64bit instructions) as Sempron 3100+ performance wise? Here in UK, the price difference can be upto £10!!! betwen the two. :( 2- Ahem... whats a HSF (heat ...)? 3- Just checked but unfortunately DFI have not been able to...
- Kayote
- Post #3
- Dec 5, 2004
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Jumping onto Sempron but...

Hi, Ive decided to upgrade my current AMD 1700+XP CPU and go for AMD 3100+ Sempron for gaming purposes. However, Im confused (and getting confusing answers from many people). 1- As I donot wish to OC the system immediately as it will be powerful enough for the current games. However, come...
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- Dec 5, 2004
- Replies: 6
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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Epox 8KDA3J Thread

Ok, Im jumping onto the Semrpon (Anand gave it their thumbs up) using this motherboard. So naturally have few questions which beg your advice... 1- I was thinking of reusing the Crucial 2700 RAM 2*256 DIMMs into the new system but someones said that this RAM is too slow and will result in...
- Kayote
- Post #52
- Dec 4, 2004
- Forum: Motherboards

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