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    Windows 7 Installed Windows 7 on new computer-- unusual startup issue

    So I built a new pc and just installed Windows 7. The installation appears to have gone well, but I'm encountering the following issue: when starting up, windows goes to a screen with a desktop backdrop (the minimalist one with the bird and leafs, if that is of any importance) and it says...
    • Zebra
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    • boot order build 7100 computer sleep connectivity desktop display driver issues evaluation copy fixes help request idle screen installation new computer pc build reinstall startup system functionality troubleshooting windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Solved constant non responsive windows!

    edit: I still hope this helps someone, but the problem is back. Everything was flying after the driver was installed, but after the computer went to sleep, the incredibly frustrating problem is back. Even typing this is causing annoying lags. I have nothing installed except Firefox and Avast...
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    • 32-bit acpi avast away mode computer sleep device manager driver installation drivers firefox installation lag non-responsive performance support forum system performance troubleshooting unknown device user experience windows 7
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 yet again I need help RE power

    My system has a new OCZ 700w power supply. The system is drawing about 200W with a PF~1.0 It is connected to an APC 750VA/400W UPS. That is plugged into the same outlet as a laser printer. When I run XP and print a file - the printer starts up and creates a brownout. The UPS reacts, switches...
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    • apc brownout computer sleep electrical overclocking power factor power supply printer printing system performance troubleshooting ups windows 7 windows xp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support