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Glad to see ATOT is still here!

I miss good old ATOT.
- QTPie
- Post #6
- Jun 5, 2023
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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USB SD Card Reader Issue

I think that port is dying. If it's your home built PC, try to get another USB front panel. I've encountered the same problem with 3 or 4 Dell PCs at work; they showed that message before they stopped recognizing any USB device. One Dell PC had both front USB ports death.
- QTPie
- Post #3
- Sep 18, 2016
- Forum: Computer Building
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HELP! Best Software to Convert mp4 files to DVD

Thanks for all the inputs! I use RiData Magic Silver DVD-R and burn with either ImageBurn or Nero Burning ROM. I've tried Nero 2015 & DVDFlick to convert a kid's animation movie from mp4 720p to DVD folder VIDEO_TS and burned it later with Nero Burning ROM DVD-Video. -Nero Video: Could...
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- Post #8
- Jan 12, 2016
- Forum: Windows
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HELP! Best Software to Convert mp4 files to DVD

Thanks. I tried ConvertXtoDVD in the past. I liked it and it seemed to do a fine job but the DVD it created wouldn't play in the car OEM DVD. I'll try again.
- QTPie
- Post #5
- Jan 10, 2016
- Forum: Windows
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HELP! Best Software to Convert mp4 files to DVD

Thank you! I'm trying it out right now. The sw looks outdated. I notice only 1 CPU core out of 24 has high usage.
- QTPie
- Post #3
- Jan 10, 2016
- Forum: Windows
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HELP! Best Software to Convert mp4 files to DVD

Does anyone know what is the best software to convert mp4 or avi files to DVD5 that can play in DVD Player? Free or commercial is OK (as long as it costs <$100). Apps that can support multicore CPU is preferable as I'm using a dual Xeon PC to for video transcoding. I'm currently using Nero...
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- Thread
- Jan 10, 2016
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Windows
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Custom work bench help

I've just realized that we've been wasting our time ... What can he build with a drill and hammer? They're assembly tools...
- QTPie
- Post #25
- Mar 2, 2015
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Custom work bench help

You can just buy some 2'x4' for the frame, and 3/4" or 1" plywood for the top but the plywood comes in sheet of 8'x4'. Then you can just use wood screws and brackets to put them together. Since you don't have miter saw, table saw or even circular saw, I suggest that you buy the bench either a...
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- Post #4
- Mar 1, 2015
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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How to make buying usb stick not a lottery

My vote for Sandisk Extreme USB 3.0 It's totally worth it.
- QTPie
- Post #8
- Nov 30, 2014
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Old Timers ROLL CALL!

This thread makes me feel old. I've been around too long until one day I overcame my laziness to register ;)
- QTPie
- Post #558
- Jul 17, 2014
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Need a dirt cheap 3.5'' to 2.5'' adapter to mount an SSD in my case.

I taped mine on the side of HDD cage.
- QTPie
- Post #12
- Oct 28, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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chinese products are inferior, i have proof

It may take several uses & recharges for them to be stable and hold charge better.
- QTPie
- Post #4
- Aug 27, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Have you ever had this happen to you?

I understand your frustration! It happened to me once in awhile, but I was always able to move the task bar down to the bottom. It's very annoying when it stayed on the side. :-P :-P :-O
- QTPie
- Post #13
- Mar 5, 2012
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Brightest flashlight using a single AA?

Don't waste your money on fancy flash lights. Get this one for $8-$10 and buy a pair of 14500 Li-Ion & a charger for about another $15. I bought 1 then 2 more for gift. I got a Fenix which was better built but its beam was narrow. This one can be used either 1 AA or 14500 for much brighter, its...
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- Post #32
- Dec 28, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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For those of you that have Amazon Prime...

Amazon Prime has saved me from buying craps that I don't need in order to get $25 Free Super Saver Shipping which can also take a week or two to arrive.
- QTPie
- Post #105
- Sep 6, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Girlfriend may have gotten screwed out of a job. UPDATED

She might want to double check with them if they just need her state ID/Driver's License number. In my state they're the same #, but it's usually called Driver's License #. All jobs require to have at least a government issues photo ID and a Social Security card.
- QTPie
- Post #52
- Aug 30, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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"My car broke down. Can you help me with gas?"

There was a woman holding the gas can at a freeway entrance/exit near my home. A lot of people fell for it; they gave her cash as the gas station was about 200yrds away. Rainy days were her good days.. One time I pulled over a parking lot near a decently new BMW 5s, a black guy in very nice...
- QTPie
- Post #68
- Aug 13, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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WTF! man entombed for 27 years in chimney

Apparently, you didn't read the article. He was stuck somewhere up in the unoccupied 2nd floor. The chimney had an opening if 14"x14" on top and ended in a 3" opening to a narrow fireplace on the second floor of the bank building.
- QTPie
- Post #19
- Aug 13, 2011
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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What would you charge your extremely wealthy friend?

Charge them for a lunch or dinner. You might be surprised!
- QTPie
- Post #65
- Dec 17, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Have you ever stolen coworkers lunches?

One time we lost a small birthday cake for our co-worker. We all were really pissed off when we had our plate ready and realized the cake was gone. :)
- QTPie
- Post #56
- Nov 7, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Captioning opportunity

The owner probably tries to get rid of the bad smell in the engine bay that also finds its way into the cabin!!
- QTPie
- Post #24
- Aug 24, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Murder at Walmart!!!

Thanks. Never heard of this joke and didn't see it coming :)
- QTPie
- Post #25
- Jun 30, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Security IP Camera Advice

Any suggestion for a decent recording software for IP camera? I'm using Panasonic BL-C131A wireless IP camera. It's very good except for the crappy recording software that can only support 1 camera. They asked for $400 to upgrade to professional version that can support up to 64 cam. But I need...
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- Post #4
- Apr 11, 2010
- Forum: Networking
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Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium $49.99AR FS @Newegg

:) I haven't listened to music and played game in the last 4 yrs as I used to; therefore, on-board sound card is good enough for me. A Sansa Fuze and Ultimate Ears TripleFi 10 is good enough for me.
- QTPie
- Post #15
- Apr 9, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium $49.99AR FS @Newegg

Back in the old day where the CPU was not strong enough to decode using software without bogging down the system, a dedicated hardware "SoundBlaster" was king of the hill (SoundBlaster AWE 16, 32, 64, etc.) After the disaster of SoundBlaster Live and Creative Labs dirty tactics that forced...
- QTPie
- Post #10
- Apr 9, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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who is Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett and why does she keep saying "ya know what i'm sayin'

Snoop Dogg said the same thing on Larry King and he answered "No, I don't" every time. lol. Leno = Jay Leno, Tonight Show.
- QTPie
- Post #9
- Apr 8, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Looking to replace a 300g V-Raptor

I couldn't stand the high pitch sound although I put it in the bottom chamber of the Antec P182. I replaced my Raptor X 150G with Intel SSD 80G G1. It was so much faster and no noise at all.
- QTPie
- Post #8
- Apr 1, 2010
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Best way to clone laptop to 2 others?

I use an 80GB Seagate Freeagent Go with Ghost bootable to create images of my PCs and laptops. You can also use Hiren's Boot Disk CD to run Ghost or Disk Image.
- QTPie
- Post #2
- Apr 1, 2010
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Mounting a 2.5" ssd in a 3.5" cage.

I taped it on the side of the cage.
- QTPie
- Post #17
- Apr 1, 2010
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Buffalo WZR-HP-G300NH Range?

I'm not gonna do anything fancy, just casual internet surfing around the house. So far, the connection using the Linksys WRT310N is very bad after ~30-40ft with 2 walls in between. Hopefully this Buffalo one is gonna improve.
- QTPie
- Post #4
- Mar 30, 2010
- Forum: Networking
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Buffalo WZR-HP-G300NH Range?

I want to replace a Linksys WRT310 due to its poor range; I'm thinking of a Buffalo WZR-HP-G300NH. Has anyone used this router and how do you like it so far? Thanks.
- QTPie
- Thread
- Mar 28, 2010
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Networking
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HOWTO: Set up Remote Desktop - Updated 3.28.2010

How is it comparing to gotomyPC ? Thanks.
- QTPie
- Post #2
- Mar 28, 2010
- Forum: Networking
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Just a little frustrated (Netgear WNDR3700)

I've got the same problem when I just bought this router to replace a POS D-Link DIR-615. I deleted all old connections & settings in the laptops (2 Dell & 2 HP) and setup all new wireless profiles matching with current router's setup. Now I can even connect my WD HD Live through an el cheapo...
- QTPie
- Post #2
- Mar 28, 2010
- Forum: Networking
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Anandtech Being Picked up as an Attack Site

I've got the same problem. Very annoying!
- QTPie
- Post #7
- Mar 27, 2010
- Forum: Forum Issues and Feedback
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Alive again!! NCIXUS.com -- Diamond Radeon HD 5970 725MHZ 2GB 4GHZ GDRR5 2XDVI - $602

Wow, I never thought someone would pay this much for a video card :(
- QTPie
- Post #11
- Mar 25, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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(DEAD again) Intel 80GB SSD $146 shipped (Dane Elec G1)

Has anyone successfully installed an SSD in a Dell Latitude D820? Thanks.
- QTPie
- Post #57
- Mar 22, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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(DEAD again) Intel 80GB SSD $146 shipped (Dane Elec G1)

Wow, the same for me. I made sure the HDD was sitting properly in my Latitude D820 but it was never recognized in the BIOS. I was so disappointed. Put it in the PC to replace the 150GB Raptor X. It worked wonder!
- QTPie
- Post #53
- Mar 21, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways
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Almost handicapped by handicap.

You were lucky that she didn't slam on her break.
- QTPie
- Post #6
- Mar 20, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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Teaching Fail

If teachers are harsh, they get blamed for not being nice. When the students are underachieved, teachers get blamed for not teaching good enough. Kids need disciplines.
- QTPie
- Post #18
- Mar 15, 2010
- Forum: OT Discussion Club
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WTB: Phenom X4 9750 95W $70

Wrong forum!
- QTPie
- Post #2
- Mar 15, 2010
- Forum: Hot Deals and Giveaways

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