How to fix corrupt files - SFC couldn't!
Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2 I ran (sfc /scannow) and was told there were corrupt files that couldn't be fixed. I am running Win 8.1. Next, then I ran findstr /c:"[SR] Cannot"...
View ArticleMigrating to a new system with SSD
I am planning a new system build (my fourth) around an ASUS Z97 Pro motherboard with Intel i7 CPU. This new system will have a 240 GB SSD as the C: drive. This is the first time that I have ever used...
View ArticleWin 8.1 freeze randomly without BSOD
For the past few weeks, multiple times daily (4-5x), I've been constantly having problems with random freezes on Asus N76Vz notebook @ Windows 8.1 x 64 with latest updates. I don't remember updating...
View ArticleWindows 8.1 Three Monitor Issue
Hi I currently have my machine set up with three monitors. Everything is correctly configured through the screen resolution settings inside windows. Including my Primary Screen Selected, however when i...
View ArticleNot able to run/install software
Hello; Not sure if this is the right area, but I'll explain the problem that I'm assuming in linked to my Microsoft Windows 8 System. When I first started by computer I didn't set up any administrative...
View ArticleLimited internet Download and Upload speeds
I am having issues with download and upload speeds on my computer. I have narrowed it down to my computer as every other computer on the network has 26Mbps DL and 2.5 UL speeds where as my computer is...
View ArticlePossible to "integrate" Win8.1 user accounts with Active Directory?
Hi all At my company we are currently running a server (with Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard), without Active Directory, and we have a bunch of laptops running Windows 8.1 Pro. Now we want to install...
View ArticleC:\ Expanded
On Vista I used this shortcut to open the Explorer “C:\Windows\explorer.exe /e, c:\” which used to open the C: expanded and found it very convenient Using the same in Windows 8.1 does not open the...
View ArticleSolved: User Account
On Vista there is a "Add Picture to your Account" Is there something similar for Windows 8.1?
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Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library Error
Ever since I had installed Avast in my laptop, I've been getting a message of this kind whenever I right click on the desktop or inside windows explorer. Like, I cannot refresh it by doing the right...
View ArticleCant turn on windows defender or firewall
Hi there, Just wondering if someone could help. Noticed today that I got messages in my action centre saying that my firewall and virus protections isnt turned on. When i follow the link to turn them...
View Articlefactory reset problems
Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2 OS Version: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional, Service Pack 1, 64 bit Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU P8400 @ 2.26GHz, Intel64 Family 6 Model...
View ArticleStuck on "failure configuring updates"
This has been going on for months. Basically, I attempted to update from windows 8 to windows 8.1, and it said that I need to finish all my other updates first.So I did that, and I left for a while (an...
View ArticleWindows Lag & Apps Load Slowly
Hi! I would like to seek some advice... I recently bought an ultrabook with Windows 8.1. It hasn't even been a month yet but it seems like the system is getting more and more laggy. Moreover, apps such...
View ArticleWindows 8 Laptop Not Burning DVDs Anymore .... Still Burns CDs Though
I Have An Acer Aspire M 15.6 inch laptop With a HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GU61N Drive in Devie Manager All of a sudden I Can't Burn DVD's Anymore .... I can still burn cd's ... but not dvd's ... I reloaded my...
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printe driver
Hello to everyone I have bought a packard bell pc, just the tower, and have added on my monitor etc. However, I have a Lexmark 2300 series printer/scanner all in one model x2310. I have put the CD in...
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windows 8 wont start up after update.
So a few days ago my computer needed to get a update, I don't know the exact update sorry, but then about a quarter of the way on start up it restarted on me. So I restarted it again and it gets stuck...
View ArticleWindows 8 apps open then close
I just completed a virus and malware removal session over in that forum. The computer is working great except that when I open games or music or camera they open then close and put an icon at the...
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Solved: Lost power while shutting down computer
Good morning, Last night I was shutting down my computer and it was updating it was saying do not shut off computer. Well my luck we lost power. Now this morning I can sign on no problem but then it...
View Articleunexpected kernal trap
Hi Please assume I know nothing about dump screens or anymore than using word and reading news on a browser and yes I am dumb enough to allow MS to update everything. I have an ACER laptop and have two...
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