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Simple reliable NAS

So I have been trying to decide what is my best bet. Either build a system or go with a "pre built" system. I want something simple to use, yet actually works. Though I realize building your own rig will be less costly, would it be easier for me (newb) to go with something like a Synology...
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- Feb 27, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Hard drives are disappearing on new build?

Hello- so I have a new build. I have 2 WD 1TB black hard drives that I am mirroring using Windows 7 Ultimate mirror option (not sure what the real name is). The drive keeps disappearing and I have to re-boot (sometimes several times) for it to show up again? As mentioned, this is from a...
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- Aug 21, 2011
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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How to access MS office with old drive?

Thanks for the quick reply. Should I install on the "system" SSD drive or my "old" Raptor X drive? Rappy
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- Post #3
- Jan 30, 2011
- Forum: Windows
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How to access MS office with old drive?

Not sure if this is the right place, but I have installed a new ssd drive is my Main OS drive. My "old" system drive is now a secondary drive. I cannot figure out how to access my MS office apps from that drive, as well as other apps like Itunes. I don't want to have to reinstall the software...
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- Jan 30, 2011
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Windows
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Should I update my GeForce 7600GT?

I am not a gamer, But I do some home video conversions/editing. I am in the process of updating my rig slowly. Just purchased a 64 Virtex2 SSD. Want to update Mobo a CPU early 2011. Do I need to update my video card? Would I gain anything besides having a "new toy"? If so, my choices...
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- Oct 20, 2010
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Graphics Cards
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What should I do with my new SSD and raptor?

Well it's been a while since I have "updated" my pc. I couldn't resist picking up a 60GB OCZ Agility2 from Microcenter for $109 (after rebate) and a 1TB WD black HD. I want to use the WD to continue saving about 125 or so home movie VHS tapes to my pc. Of course I want to use the SSD for...
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- Oct 12, 2010
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Is my monitor or video card going bad? dark screen

When I turn on my pc (from sleep or completely off), my monitor will be completely black, and it will slowly brighten up to "normal" after a few minutes? Not sure if it is my monitor or video card? This has been happening for a fe months now. It is a Samsung SyncMaster 204B and NVIDIA GeForce...
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- Apr 21, 2010
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Displays
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WD My Book Premium wont power off

My external HD wont power off when I shut down my PC. I have tried everything, and followed the directions from their support site. I have reinstalled the WD Button Manager that is supposed to controll it, but nothing? Any help would be appreciated. Rappy
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- Nov 17, 2007
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Computer Building
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Boot is acting funny????

Since yesterday my computer has been acting funny when booting up. It gets to the screen where the little blue line goes across (sorry but I dont know how to properly explain it) and it hangs??????? I then power it down and it will restart with the error screen (not the blue screen of death)...
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- Feb 14, 2007
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Operating Systems
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Matrix Orbital

I know the Matrix Orbital comes bundeled with the software LCDC, but I am wondering if it is possible to dispaly the readings from Coretemp or CPU-Z or are the apps from LCDC good enogh? Thanks, Rappy
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- Dec 11, 2006
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Computer Building
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Is it worth an upgrade?

Curently I have a Motorola Surfboard 4100 and Linksys WRT54G router. I've had them for a few years. They work fine, but my question is, can I/should I upgrade for more performance gain, security features, or anything else worth of spending the extra cash on either one? I am pretty lost while...
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- Dec 10, 2006
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Networking
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Digital SLR Camera recommendations?

This is what I currently have in my bag. Pretty happy with the coverage: Canon Zoom super wide EF 17-40mm F4L - $635 (AR) Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 II - $80 (Dont let the price fool ya!) Canon Telephoto EF 85mm F/1.8 USM - $320 DR - By far the most crisp lense I have seen Canon Zoom...
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- Post #13
- Dec 5, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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Digital SLR Camera recommendations?

Since you have helped me with some computer issues, I hope I can help you with this. I got into cameras a few years ago. I looked long and hard before deciding on Canon. I picked up and still have the Canon 10D. It is a great piece of equipment. What I found, just like Dug mentioned is...
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- Post #12
- Dec 5, 2006
- Forum: Computer Building
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P5B-E/Core 2 E6600/Corsair XMS PC2 6400 Orthos Failure

N7 is right. I had those sticks and could not get orthos to run stable! Went to Team Group and now all is good. This is what I have now - Team group
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- Post #6
- Nov 15, 2006
- Forum: CPUs and Overclocking
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New Hard Drive Set up Question

Forgive me if this is a silly question, but........my current set up is a simple WD 250GB hard drive along with an external WD 250GB drive. I just picked up a 150GB Raptor as well. I don't want to set up RAID, but I do want to make sure I set it up to optimize my system, and make sure I don't...
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- Nov 11, 2006
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Computer Building

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