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Last post by huddy « Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:18 pm
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by huddy » Fri Dec 14, 2012 1:02 pm

This forum is reserved for useful guides and articles which can be referenced quickly and easily.

Although you can not create your own threads you...

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Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:18 pm
Windows - How to reset forgotten Windows Passwords.

Last post by chanleen « Tue Jul 12, 2016 7:24 am
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by huddy » Fri Jul 12, 2013 8:58 am

Come on, we’ve all done it. Closed the front door then suddenly realised you’ve left the keys on the kitchen table. The reality is that unless you’ve...

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Tue Jul 12, 2016 7:24 am
Overclocking BSOD code list/help

Last post by TX-OC « Sun May 31, 2015 6:25 pm
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by nickolp1974 » Wed Apr 23, 2014 9:28 pm

ANNOYING ISN'T IT!!, don't worry where here to help ;)

Just thought i'd share this list to help the ones that dont know

This list has been...

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Sun May 31, 2015 6:25 pm
Fix problems using Event Viewer

Last post by Henkenator68NL « Sat Nov 01, 2014 6:11 am
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by huddy » Fri Oct 31, 2014 3:55 pm

If you are able to use your PC but get the occasional application errors, games hang or even random restarts etc then the Windows Event Viewer is a...

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Sat Nov 01, 2014 6:11 am
How to overvolt A Titan and 780 guide

Last post by Frenzic « Mon Sep 22, 2014 11:49 pm
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by Gregster » Fri May 02, 2014 2:50 pm

Over volting a Titan a 780Ti and 780's is now easy. This guide includes BIOS's for a Reference 780/Gigabyte Ghz/Wf/ACX/DCII/EVGA...

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Mon Sep 22, 2014 11:49 pm
Troubleshooting your PC problems

Last post by huddy « Fri Sep 19, 2014 3:01 pm
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by huddy » Fri Jun 28, 2013 10:33 am

Whether you've switched your PC on for the first time or your PC has decided not to play ball, the thought of your PC suddenly not working fills you...

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Fri Sep 19, 2014 3:01 pm
Setting AHCI after Windows installation

Last post by huddy « Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:33 am

by huddy » Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:33 am

If you have forgotten to set the SATA type in your BIOS before installing windows, all is not lost. Here is a simple work around that I've used on...

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Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:33 am
Troubleshooting HDD/SSD problems

Last post by huddy « Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:29 pm
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by huddy » Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:29 pm

It’s a sad truth that most people take for granted that the data stored on their PCs, such valuable pictures, videos etc. are safe when the complete...

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Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:29 pm
How To Make Sure Crossfire Is Working Correctly?

Last post by Bigmender « Sun Aug 31, 2014 6:36 pm
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by LtMatt » Mon May 12, 2014 9:43 am

I've seen a few posts recently about people unsure if their crossfire system is working properly. There are two methods to check that crossfire is...

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Sun Aug 31, 2014 6:36 pm
*** PC Building Guide **

Last post by FullMetalTony « Fri Aug 22, 2014 3:43 pm
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by huddy » Fri Jun 28, 2013 11:01 am

Need help building your first PC? Just need a few tips or reminders?

From preparation to switching on, there's everything you need to know in...

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Fri Aug 22, 2014 3:43 pm
Adding a score to HWbot guide

Last post by Gregster « Thu Jun 05, 2014 12:16 pm

by Gregster » Thu Jun 05, 2014 12:16 pm

A quick guide to adding submissions on HWbot.

First off, you need to take a screenshot of CPU-Z (CPU) and CPU-Z (Memory) - GPU-Z (I add GPU-Z...

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Thu Jun 05, 2014 12:16 pm
Troubleshooting RAM problems

Last post by ALXAndy « Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:27 am
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by huddy » Tue Jul 02, 2013 12:40 pm

Failing RAM is not uncommon and most PC owners have encountered memory problems at some stage. Symptoms could include random system restarts,...

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Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:27 am
How to overclock your monitor - nVidia

Last post by Frenzic « Tue May 13, 2014 6:07 pm
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by Gregster » Mon May 12, 2014 10:40 pm

very easy with nVidia (not sure for AMD) but like this.

Start the NCP and choose "Change resolution"

Click customize and click...

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Tue May 13, 2014 6:07 pm
Knowing your Motherboard

Last post by OverFienD « Thu May 08, 2014 7:47 pm
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by huddy » Mon Jul 01, 2013 4:24 pm

This article features on the anatomy of a motherboard. Getting to know your motherboard is essential for anyone who needs to know where everything...

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Thu May 08, 2014 7:47 pm
Overclocking nVidia with Precision X explained

Last post by Gregster « Tue May 06, 2014 2:32 pm
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by Gregster » Fri May 02, 2014 2:55 pm

Soooo after many hours messing about with EVGA Precision X, I thought I would write up a basic guide for those who are not familiar with this peach...

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Tue May 06, 2014 2:32 pm
Safely handling your PC components

Last post by huddy « Sat Apr 26, 2014 4:40 pm
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by huddy » Wed Jul 03, 2013 10:30 am

When maintaining, repairing or upgrading your PC, there are major considerations you should think about.

 Your Safety
 Electrostatic Discharge...

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Sat Apr 26, 2014 4:40 pm
The Graphics Card Guide

Last post by huddy « Tue Feb 18, 2014 5:09 pm
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by huddy » Thu Jul 11, 2013 3:59 pm

Choosing a new graphics card can confusing at the best of times; which card is best? Buy now or wait? Nvidia or ATI? How much do I spend? What's...

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Tue Feb 18, 2014 5:09 pm
Using a multi-meter to check your PSU

Last post by huddy « Tue Jul 02, 2013 12:28 pm

by huddy » Tue Jul 02, 2013 12:28 pm

Introduction

If you are having problems with your PSU or suspect your PSU isn’t supplying a stable or sustained voltage, then a multi-meter is an...

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Tue Jul 02, 2013 12:28 pm
Removing and Applying Thermal Paste

Last post by huddy « Fri Jun 28, 2013 11:30 am

by huddy » Fri Jun 28, 2013 11:30 am

Your new CPU isn't going to last long if you don't apply any thermal paste to help dissipate the heat. Getting it wrong can also have disastrous...

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Fri Jun 28, 2013 11:30 am
Understanding, choosing and overclocking DDR3

Last post by huddy « Fri Jun 28, 2013 10:42 am

by huddy » Fri Jun 28, 2013 10:42 am

The following guide describes what DDR3 you should be buying and how to get the best from it.

Introduction to DDR3

It’s quite clear from the...

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Fri Jun 28, 2013 10:42 am
Understanding, choosing and overclocking DDR2

Last post by huddy « Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:46 pm

by huddy » Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:46 pm

The following guide describes what DDR2 you should be buying and how to get the best from it.

Understanding DDR2

Before we begin to work out...

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Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:46 pm
How to check if your Power Supply Unit is working

Last post by huddy « Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:11 pm

by huddy » Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:11 pm

This guide gives you a basic understanding of your PSU and how you check for basic faults.

Your expensive components rely on one common factor;...

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Thu Jun 27, 2013 4:11 pm

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