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    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:32:21 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>External hard drive</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:15:52 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/external-hard-drive.55152/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Tony Loly)</author>
      <dc:creator>Tony Loly</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Is it possible to password protect an External hard drive ?<br />
Thanks.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Please Help!!</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:30:16 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/please-help.54979/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Clayton79)</author>
      <dc:creator>Clayton79</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a Fusion5 S14+ laptop. This morning when I woke up it worked just fine. Fast-forward to the end of the day around 11 hours later and it will not power on. The charging light does not come on but I can hear the hard drive. I have never dropped it and it has never had any water damage. I have only ever used the charge that came with it. Can anyone please help me get this machine running again?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>low FPS</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:39:42 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/low-fps.54934/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Kirieshka)</author>
      <dc:creator>Kirieshka</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[my pc meets the needed requirement for high visual quality, but if i set quality setting to recommended by GeForce experience(it recommends high settings with 1920x1080 resolution), my fps picks at 60 or even lower(40-50).<br />
Specs for a reference:<br />
-motherboard-gigabyte b450m ds3h <br />
-palit 1050Ti<br />
-i5 8400 CPU 2.80Hz<br />
-16GB (2 DDR4 8gb)<br />
-1920x1080 60hz monitor<br />
-600W power supply.<br />
I think something conflicting with something, i don`t know.<br />
<b>Help</b>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>keyboard</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2023 13:45:47 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/keyboard.54810/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Tony Loly)</author>
      <dc:creator>Tony Loly</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[For no apparent reason my keyboard no longer works.<br />
It is part of my HP all in one pc  set up and does not appear to have a battery or usb so i assume it is wireless. I have cleaned it and tried a restart. I am on windows 11 and there was an update last night.<br />
Any help please?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Loss of Graphic output - Please help!</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2022 21:21:02 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/loss-of-graphic-output-please-help.54726/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (jallabee2018)</author>
      <dc:creator>jallabee2018</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I am absolutly pulling my hair out on this one, I&#039;ve tried everything but no to success. When the gpu is plugged in, the output dies and the screen goes black. No input from the mouse or anything is possible but music played will continue. Killing the pc and restarting brings it back instantly, but it then just goes again. I&#039;ve had the GPU replaced, same issue. Could it be software? Some kind of wierd driver issue? How would that kill the input from the mouse and keys? Ive move the GPU...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/loss-of-graphic-output-please-help.54726/" class="internalLink">Loss of Graphic output - Please help!</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>How do I include Recovery software in Linux?</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 20 Feb 2022 14:30:52 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/how-do-i-include-recovery-software-in-linux.54563/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (mikehende)</author>
      <dc:creator>mikehende</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I use either Parted Magic or Ubuntu for situations when Linux is needed. I would like to include this software FREE edition in the linux boot drive:<br />
<br />
<a href="https://www.lazesoft.com/download.html" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">https://www.lazesoft.com/download.html</a><br />
<br />
How can I do so please?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Which connector cable for ssd for data recovery?</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 20:22:24 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/which-connector-cable-for-ssd-for-data-recovery.54562/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (mikehende)</author>
      <dc:creator>mikehende</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey guys, I need to do data recovery for this owner&#039;s lenovo ideapad 3 81wr000fus laptop. I am guessing the blue tape is covering the SSD drive?<br />
<br />
I need to purchase an adapter cable to connect the drive to my windows machine which has EaseUs Data Recovery software, can anyone help me track down the correct connector for this SSD drive please?<br />
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      <title>Would liquid spill on a wireless keyboard damage pc?</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Dec 2021 04:53:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/would-liquid-spill-on-a-wireless-keyboard-damage-pc.54509/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (mikehende)</author>
      <dc:creator>mikehende</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Since a wireless kb is not physically connected to a Computer Tower, can a liquid spill do any damage at all to the tower or if it&#039;s an all in one pc?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>HELP! Inspiron 10 multiple Issues with Windows 7</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:21:47 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/help-inspiron-10-multiple-issues-with-windows-7.54448/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Mr Underhill)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mr Underhill</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hello: I&#039;m new here so I hope I&#039;ve put this in the right place!<br />
<br />
Someone very kindly gave me an Inspiron mini 10 with windows 7 32bit Starter fitted<br />
<br />
.......It hasn’t been used since 2014 and I have multiple issues when I try and use it<br />
1. Window update won’t work: code 80072efd shows as problem<br />
<br />
2. When I try to activate new downloaded software, error message<br />
<br />
Opi-ms-win-crt-runtime-l1-1-0.dll shows<br />
<br />
3. when I downloaded and ran the Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable app to solve this problem...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/help-inspiron-10-multiple-issues-with-windows-7.54448/" class="internalLink">HELP! Inspiron 10 multiple Issues with Windows 7</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>(Unsure) Sound Isuee</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 01:29:42 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/unsure-sound-isuee.54391/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Justin Perreault)</author>
      <dc:creator>Justin Perreault</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I just helped my dad recently buy a new computer as an upgrade.  His new computer is very barebones; it doesn&#039;t even have a video card.<br />
<br />
The new computer has a core i5 10th gen.  The thing that has him and I sold is the changing from the old spinning harddrives to the new m.2 NVME drives.<br />
<br />
His computer is very fast now and he loves it.<br />
<br />
BUT<br />
<br />
For some reason when he is playing a movie or YouTube video his sound will get corrupted and become unable to listen to.<br />
<br />
To fix it, he simply backs out...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/unsure-sound-isuee.54391/" class="internalLink">(Unsure) Sound Isuee</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>No post with minimal boot configuration, faulty component?</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:28:39 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-post-with-minimal-boot-configuration-faulty-component.54389/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-post-with-minimal-boot-configuration-faulty-component.54389/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Firstbuild)</author>
      <dc:creator>Firstbuild</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[So I have been trying to get my new PC to post for the last week and at this point I’m thinking it must be a faulty component. The PC doesn’t post with minimal components (PSU, Mobo, CPU, CPU cooler, RAM). I don’t believe the PSU is dead as the system stays on when powered on. I think a more likely culprit is the latter components. The Mobo has no visual signs of damage as far as I can see and the RGB lights on it are on. With the RAM I suspect I have no way of testing it without a secondary...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-post-with-minimal-boot-configuration-faulty-component.54389/" class="internalLink">No post with minimal boot configuration, faulty component?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Computer freezes completely and becomes unresponsive.</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 16:43:10 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/computer-freezes-completely-and-becomes-unresponsive.54329/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/computer-freezes-completely-and-becomes-unresponsive.54329/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Raid)</author>
      <dc:creator>Raid</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi, my computer freezes and becomes unresponsive when i launch firefox and sometimes for other reasosns. <br />
Anyway the picture shows what i get after rebooting the computer. <br />
<br />
CPU : intel pentium e2200<br />
Mother Board : asus p5kpl-am in/roem/si<br />
OS : tried many : windows 10 and 7 both 32 bits, and many linux distros. But now using openSUSE.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Keyboard not responding.</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 22:48:44 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/keyboard-not-responding.54317/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/keyboard-not-responding.54317/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Tony Loly)</author>
      <dc:creator>Tony Loly</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a HP all in one desktop PC. For a few days the caps lock key was flashing and I could not stop it. Now I cannot get the keyboard to work at all, no keys respond. There appears to be an on/off button and when I move it to on the number lock key briefly flashes. I need to enter a four digit pin to get in and now cannot do this so I cannot get started at all. Help please.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>How to Operate Two PC's on One Keyboard?</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:17:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/how-to-operate-two-pcs-on-one-keyboard.54297/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/how-to-operate-two-pcs-on-one-keyboard.54297/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (John Stenger)</author>
      <dc:creator>John Stenger</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have two separate Computers each with it&#039;s own Monitor, and I am looking for and easy way to use the same wired Plug In Keyboard, when switching between both of these machines, because trying to operate 2 Keyboards on the same desk is just ridiculously confusing!]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Changing from FreeDos to windows 10</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 10 Apr 2021 15:39:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/changing-from-freedos-to-windows-10.54286/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/changing-from-freedos-to-windows-10.54286/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Samson)</author>
      <dc:creator>Samson</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Please I bought a new hp desktop with freedos. How do I go about changing it to windows 10. I have tried CD/DVD rom it couldn&#039;t boot from there. Please help]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>BIOS problem</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 21:47:16 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/bios-problem.54241/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/bios-problem.54241/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (cobra.sy)</author>
      <dc:creator>cobra.sy</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[My friend, I need very help, please <br />
<br />
I did not find the BIOS file inside the motherboard and search the Internet, but I did not find it either<br />
<br />
Plate Number <br />
d2990-a21 gs1 <br />
<br />
Name the board <br />
Fujistu <br />
<br />
Please send me the file link]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Microphone Help</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:20:07 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/microphone-help.54234/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Leslie)</author>
      <dc:creator>Leslie</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I have a Dell Microsoft computer running Windows 10.  This week I lost my internet connection, and it was determined that my modem needed replacement.  Once the tech person came and replaced it, it&#039;s just been like Whack a Mole trying to get things back to normal.  I&#039;ve solved everything but my microphone.  Once everything started with Zoom this year, I pulled out my microphone, which I hadn&#039;t been using, plugged it in, and everything worked perfectly.  Since the new modem was installed, it...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/microphone-help.54234/" class="internalLink">Microphone Help</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Installed a new video card, after 2 weeks, computer powers up but now screens remain blank?</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2020 00:03:58 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/installed-a-new-video-card-after-2-weeks-computer-powers-up-but-now-screens-remain-blank.54021/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (RenaissanceBrah)</author>
      <dc:creator>RenaissanceBrah</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>My parts list:</b><br />
<br />
Gigabyte GA-X58A-UD3R<br />
<br />
i7-950<br />
<br />
Gigabyte HD 6870 (old video card)<br />
<br />
AMD Windforce GV-R939 G1 8GD (new video card)<br />
<br />
Power Supply: Corsair TX 850 (850 Watts)<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<b>My Problem:</b><br />
<br />
(Noob question / semi-tech illiterate): I recently installed a AMD 8GB graphics card my friend gave me, it worked like a champ for 2 weeks (until I installed DCS World and started messing with the display settings).<br />
<br />
Computer started acting wonky and now it refuses to turn on... (Note: before it...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/installed-a-new-video-card-after-2-weeks-computer-powers-up-but-now-screens-remain-blank.54021/" class="internalLink">Installed a new video card, after 2 weeks, computer powers up but now screens remain blank?</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>wireless network adaptor</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 20:13:04 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/wireless-network-adaptor.53963/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/wireless-network-adaptor.53963/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (nottonto)</author>
      <dc:creator>nottonto</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi everyone<br />
could someone please help me with my laptop connection to the internet?<br />
I cannot connect using wireless, only if I&#039;m connected using wired connection to my router.<br />
my network adaptor is a Qualcomm Atheros QCA9377 wireless network adapter<br />
I have tried resetting the adapter and I have uninstalled it to allow windows to find it and reinstall it I still cannot connect to the internet.<br />
I don&#039;t actually know if the network adapter is a hardware thing or software for windows.<br />
If it&#039;s...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/wireless-network-adaptor.53963/" class="internalLink">wireless network adaptor</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>No display on monitor (read more)</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 22:10:51 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-display-on-monitor-read-more.53952/</link>
      <guid>https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-display-on-monitor-read-more.53952/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Dank Moon)</author>
      <dc:creator>Dank Moon</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I found some pc in my basement and it turned out to be p5e3 ws pro mobo. It has a core two quad q5500. It also has 1tb harddrive and 2 dvd players. 4 fans including cpu fan. And two evga gtx 550tis&#039; in sli. Sadly not ram. I bought a single ram stick (pny 8gb ddr3 pc3-12800 1600mhz) and it didnt work. I found out the max capacity was 8 and it had a dual channel architecture. So i bought a 2x4gb corsair vengeance ddr3 1600mhz. And it finallt came in and it didnt work. The display was still not...<br />
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<a href="https://computerhelpforums.com/threads/no-display-on-monitor-read-more.53952/" class="internalLink">No display on monitor (read more)</a>]]></content:encoded>
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