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Long story short: Every installation of Windows i do is swapping stereo channels L/R to R/L ONLY when running 3D applications. This is DEFINATELY a software/windows issue because windows sound test in sound panel or youtube stereo channel test is correct (channels arent swapped). Once i run...

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Hello everyone, I recently attempted to upgrade my laptop to Windows 11, but I encountered some compatibility issues. My laptop, a [insert model and specs], seems to fall short of meeting some of the requirements for Windows 11, particularly in terms of TPM version and CPU compatibility...

Recently picked up a Rodecaster Duo for better audio streaming between two PCs. The Rodecaster Duo is meant for 24 bit/48K Hz audio format. The Duo has two USB inputs so you can connect to two PCs. When connected to USB 1 the PC locks Audio Default Format at 32 bit/48K Hz. USB 2 is locked at the...

Installed NVME to desktop motherboard, I only had a small screw that fit well in the motherboard hole. Unfortunately it was about 2mm too small, and the NVME is bent slightly downward, instead of being flat, like normal. I have installed many NVMEs into many laptops, desktops, I know how to do...

I am trying to install Windows on a HP Microserver Gen8. It contains 4 rust drives in the main bays, and an SSD in the optical slot. The nature of the HP BIOS is such that the SSD needs to be created as an "array of one" before it can be used, but I've done that, and set it as the primary boot...

Hey fellow gamers, I've been contemplating upgrading my gaming setup recently, and one of the big decisions I'm facing is whether to invest in a 1440p gaming monitor or stick with the tried-and-true 1080p resolution. I've done some research, but I'd love to hear from the community about their...

Hey Community, I hope this message finds you well. I've been contemplating upgrading my shop's server hardware to potentially enhance its performance. Before taking the plunge, I wanted to reach out to this knowledgeable community to gather some insights and experiences. Has anyone here...

My issue is very strange and complicated and I was looking for a second opinion. For starters, hardware: ASUS TUF Z590 Motherboard Intel i9 10900K CPU Corsair Vengeance RAM 4x16GB overclocked at 3600MHz RTX 3090 FE 1000W EVGA PSU Firstly Ill say I have a custom water loop, in part to handle the...

Hello! System specs below. Whenever I shutdown and start up my computer I notice in the error log that an "unexpected shutdown has occurred (error 6008)." I'm not having any trouble with shutdowns. I do occasionally seem to have trouble on startup with the computer sending a signal to the...

Hi everyone ive had this problem before and for many months Ive been surfing all over the net for a cure I have tried most of the "fixes" on youtube I have also reset the registry to default and I still have the same issue, is there fix or must I learn to live with it!! ( the driver cannot be...

I have a 2 year old computer that is running Windows 10. I made a new partition to dual boot Windows 11 about a year ago, installed Win11, tried it for a few days, and removed it because it was extremely slow. I figured I would give it another try a few weeks ago. It would install, and put...

Hello Dear Sir, How are you doing??? Thanks for helping everybody out of their PC problems. I have a final trial for your exceptional capabilities. Let's see how do you handle something real important??? Something I have been failed to trouble shoot own my own even I have tried all...

I'm presently running a 12700k/3080/32gb 3370 ddr4 ram/2tb NVMe ssd to an ultrawide monitor (3440x1440) My issue is the temps while watching YT videos. When in 1440p or 4k, there is no or almost no temp change (Idle-30c; 1440p/4k-33c) but @1080p the 3080 ramps up to 70c! Is this a common...

Hey all so I've been running into an issue when I turn on my computer the CPU is stuck at base speed of 2.9 when I have it clocked to always be at 4.6ghz. Recently I went and turned on memory integrity as windows was suggesting it and when I do so it locks my cpu speed at 2.9 and when I turn it...

Howdy! I want to create a robust system to support Windows XP and later. I want to start some old projects like emulation and other old stuff, so I will probably use XP, 7, and 11 on three different partitions. I want to use a Mini ITX, if possible, or a Micro ATX motherboard. As a CPU and...

I have been having issues using my webcam on Zoom. It works at first for 30 to 60 seconds then it starts flickering as shown in the picture. I tried buying an external webcam but it still has same issue.

Windows Mixed Reality says my i5-13600k is not compatible. Fully updated Win 11 install. Mixed reality install won't proceed saying that a 13600k is not compatible yet it is the 6ths fastest processor on the market?

Hello, AMD 2021 Windows 11 HP Desktop Model # S01-aF0134z. There is a problem with the BIOS. To fix that, I am using a secondary working HP Laptop to create a HP BIOS USB Recovery stick, but it is not working. Using the serial number of my HP Desktop, I downloaded the BIOS update .exe file from...

I was told once that my computer uses more energy to turn off and on than to just keep it on all the time. What say you? Can I just leave it running for a long time or will this damage my pc? What are the risks, if any?