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Crackling sound after DVD

Like I say, I don't think there is virus/malware on the DVD. Surely there would need to be more than images for that...
- neilm
- Post #3
- Jan 18, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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Crackling sound after DVD

Hello, I have a friend that said their computer developed a "crackling" sound (heard from the speaker, and not the computer itself) ever since using a DVD - this DVD only had images and such. Weird thing is, when passing the DVD onto another friend, they developed the same symptoms. I haven't...
- neilm
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- Jan 18, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Computer Building
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The Microsoft Surface Tablet thread.

Thanks Crono, nice summary. I wouldn't be interested playing games on it, but maybe editing images sometime in the future, hopefully that would hold okay. Also, would you not prefer the $999 version... or would you not need the extra storage space?
- neilm
- Post #661
- Jan 9, 2013
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Microsoft Surface Tablet thread.

I am considering the windows surface pro instead of building myself a new desktop. I figure I can use the tablet as a desktop, but be a lot more mobile (pick up and go). Is there any restrictions to the tablet? For example, would I be able to do everything the desktop can do? Can I connect a...
- neilm
- Post #659
- Jan 9, 2013
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Picking a MicroATX motherboard

Thanks. Why would the sniper only have 2 USB3 ports, especially if it is the more recent board? Had a look on newegg (maybe not looking the right places), but there werent many mATX cases with front USB3 ports?
- neilm
- Post #10
- Dec 28, 2012
- Forum: Motherboards
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Picking a MicroATX motherboard

Decided it's time to upgrade my 9 year old desktop... I like the idea of a small compact case, so the mATX might be best for me. I don't do gaming any longer, but I might try a hand at video/image editing at some point. Designing webpages. Watching movies (blurays). Have a Gigabyte in my...
- neilm
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- Dec 27, 2012
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Motherboards
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

Unfortunately I have never used a soldering iron since high school, don't own one in the house, nor would I know where to solder. Going to err on the side of caution and stay away from it myself :-) However if it can be done that way, then possibly a computer repair shop should be able to...
- neilm
- Post #19
- Nov 25, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

I have got hold of the said device. Can't visibly see any broken or snapped connectors on the circuit board, however this is definitely not my forte so might be looking at it incorrectly. The symptom:the memory stick immediately flashes when it is plugged in, Windows pop up appears at the...
- neilm
- Post #17
- Nov 25, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

Not sure how that will extract the files needed from the bent USB stick?
- neilm
- Post #12
- Nov 23, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

If the connections are broke, surely they can be resoldered? Not by me personally, but possibly a repair shop... just thinking out loud.
- neilm
- Post #8
- Nov 22, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

Sorry, I remember this place for asking "pics?" on anything. Just assumed it was another joke. My mistake. However, no photos of the damage, it is only a slight bend as it is still even to be inserted into the port. The make is Busby lite 8gb, and model buslpd0080r.
- neilm
- Post #5
- Nov 22, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

Just school work (not mine, helping a friend in need). Not sure what you mean about 'what kind'?
- neilm
- Post #3
- Nov 22, 2012
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Memory stick bent... any advice?

The USB memory stick was bent in the port, the light comes on when inserted but the computer cannot recognise it... any advise if the information on it can be saved?
- neilm
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- Nov 22, 2012
- Replies: 27
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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MS Office issue

Aye, he was a student when he got it though. And it couldn't have been the 30 day trial (or any trial) as he was using it for a year until it randomly said about the internet connection problems, therefore unable to use Word etc. Never heard of Word needing an internet connection before, so must...
- neilm
- Post #6
- Sep 21, 2012
- Forum: Windows
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MS Office issue

I'm going round to see if I can do anything, so can try that. Any other ideas incase the restore doesn't work? Thanks, but contacting MS support is the last option. Remember my frustration with them years ago, and ended up fixing the issue myself. I'm thinking it could be one of those trial...
- neilm
- Post #4
- Sep 21, 2012
- Forum: Windows
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MS Office issue

Hello, have a friend that has an issue with MS Office. The computer wouldn't open any of the office applications (either directly from the executable or the document). It said there was a problem with the internet connection, and he tried to re-enter his product key, but said it is eligible (it...
- neilm
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- Sep 21, 2012
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Windows
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Official: Windows 8 Release Preview Now Out

Thanks for your thoughts! I also feel they are "forcing" it onto desktop users, because the alternative is giving us the option, and if that was the case then very few would actually use Metro... therefore it wouldn't be seen as a success story if most turned their backs on it, plus they get...
- neilm
- Post #168
- Jul 3, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Official: Windows 8 Release Preview Now Out

I've been waiting for Windows 8 being released so I can build a new system. However it seems like the majority are planning to avoid this version, and I'm probably in the same boat because Metro just looks hidious (don't know anything about the technical side yet). Just hoping there's some...
- neilm
- Post #165
- Jul 3, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview Feedback Thread

Will it become optional for release though? Any decisions made on that?
- neilm
- Post #522
- Apr 3, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview Feedback Thread

Haven't been keeping up with this release, but am considering getting a new computer. So possibly a new Windows. Can anyone tell me whether this Metro crap is optional? Can I revert to a user interface for grownups?
- neilm
- Post #519
- Apr 3, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview Feedback Thread

Is there going to be a non-kids version released?
- neilm
- Post #178
- Mar 2, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Windows 8 Beta In Late February.

Haven't done much research about Win8, but I gather it could be released later in the year. Should I be worried about their support for ARM chips and this "cloud" jazz?
- neilm
- Post #109
- Feb 27, 2012
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Let us build a decent but modestly priced desktop... who's with me?

Just out of interest, I will have the case beside me on the desk (because it is small, and I want to change leads to the work laptop on some occasions). But is the see through fan bit on the centre distracting in any way? Can you noticeably see it spinning all the time?
- neilm
- Post #7
- Jan 12, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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Let us build a decent but modestly priced desktop... who's with me?

Do you think I should get it though? Don't see many other cases like this with a USB3.0 front port. If I do get it, do you think I should get an extra fan? Think that case only comes with one fan. Gwoah, HDD's have certainly shoot up in price! That one you linked doesn't seem to be too...
- neilm
- Post #5
- Jan 12, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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Let us build a decent but modestly priced desktop... who's with me?

Decided to create a new thread instead of using the existing one (since I opted for the desktop, and people were still replying to the original question). I have built my last desktop about 8-9 years ago, so think it's time to put my hand in the pocket and get a new one (the current one is...
- neilm
- Thread
- Jan 11, 2012
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Computer Building
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Is that case as quiet as the other one? Just out of interest, would it work if there was a USB2.0 front port, but you connected it to a USB3.0 header on the motherboard - would you get USB3.0 speeds?
- neilm
- Post #34
- Jan 6, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Going to let the cat out of the bag now. Is there any more case options? While I do like the Antec NSK3480 (the colour, the size, the quietness), I can't help but feel the lack of USB3 ports might leave me hanging in tomorrows world. -- edit, can't find any with USB3, perhaps they aren't even...
- neilm
- Post #31
- Jan 5, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Noted. I'm returning it and getting the lesser version. Sounds good to me. Got the PCI slot blocking thing from an Amazon review: "There is something peculiar about mounting the hard drives though. There is no cage for internal HDDs but there are two possible mounting points for them. One is...
- neilm
- Post #30
- Jan 5, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Just heard about this new IvyBridge coming out in a couple months, why wasn't I told about this :D
- neilm
- Post #28
- Jan 4, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Why? The one I have now is a more updated model surely? Only reason I got it was because it was cheap... some guy selling it unused for £35 off the store price, and £30 above the i5 price. So thought I'd meet in the middle and get it. Will do, so there is no concerns about the antec case then...
- neilm
- Post #27
- Jan 4, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Alright, decided to be a friend of another desktop! I'd like a mac change sometime based on DCLive's comments, but maybe if/when I get a fatter wage! So far, I went ahead and bought the following: - Intel Core i7-2600K - Crucial SSD M4 128GB CT128M4SSD2 Would I still go ahead with the...
- neilm
- Post #24
- Jan 3, 2012
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Going to randomly throw a question out there. Has anyone any thoughts on Port Replicators? Ideally, I would have liked to plugged one system out and another in simply which transfers the full setup (monitor, ethernet, mouse, keyboard), instead of toggling numerous leads. I sometimes work from...
- neilm
- Post #19
- Dec 29, 2011
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Forgot to mention. I'm using a work monitor at home (DELL u2312hm), and I'd sometimes work from home - mentioned this to see whether there is any universal docking station I can use, for example, plugging out my main rig and connecting my work laptop (which then uses the monitor, internet...
- neilm
- Post #12
- Dec 24, 2011
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

You've spotted the bluffer, I clearly have no knowledge of an Apple Mac. Some of what I assumed could be dated, back in the dark ages. If it counts, my first and only Apple product is the iPhone 4 - love it! Gwoah, firstly... that's an impressive reply, thank you for that, much appreciated. I'm...
- neilm
- Post #11
- Dec 24, 2011
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

I've yet to hear people buying a mac and not be converted, so there might be something in that.... Does the lack of customising features on a mac not bother you (hardware and the software - no option to dual boot for example)? limited range of software? tied to apple products? forced into...
- neilm
- Post #8
- Dec 24, 2011
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Great bits of advice. I'm still undecided, and I will tell you why.... PC Desktop - My current computer was a self-build, about 8 years ago. There is a sense of accomplishment, and control when you know every part inside the machine. If going for this option, it might become overpowered for the...
- neilm
- Post #6
- Dec 23, 2011
- Forum: Laptops
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Desktop, laptop, or even mac?

Basically as the title says. I've built a desktop computer 8-9 years ago, and think it is time to invest on something new and shiny. When I built my desktop, the laptops weren't that powerful. However these days (even though I've been out of the hardware game), I'd assume they're pretty equal...
- neilm
- Thread
- Dec 16, 2011
- Replies: 36
- Forum: Laptops
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Advice on holiday camera

Just bought an s95, thanks Slash.
- neilm
- Post #6
- Oct 30, 2011
- Forum: Digital Cameras and Video
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Advice on holiday camera

Does anyone have any specific brands and models that they'd recommend though?
- neilm
- Post #3
- Sep 28, 2011
- Forum: Digital Cameras and Video
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Advice on holiday camera

I'm going to Asia later in the year, so I want to take a few holiday snaps. Haven't owned a camera for quite some time, my iPhone 4 camera is okay, but wondered what is out there at the moment. Don't know what price range I should be looking at either, as long as it's not a rip-off. Any...
- neilm
- Thread
- Jul 28, 2011
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Digital Cameras and Video

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