Test Your Knowledge and Name That Computer Cable
When you buy a new keyboard, do you know just by looking at it if it’ll connect to your computer? When you call the helpdesk do you know where …
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APC Smart UPS Default Username Password Settings
A basic UPS has nothing to configure. Just plug it in and plug in the devices to be protected. However, more complicated units offer options for …
Continue ReadingBuying Guide: The Best Small Form Factor Power Supply
Small computers need power just like any other rig, but a large 500 watt+ power supply is not needed by petite machines, and such power supplies are …
Continue ReadingHow to Tell if Your Motherboard or Power Supply is Bad
If your PC will not turn there are two likely culprits. Learn which one is too blame.
Continue ReadingWhat to Do if Your Computer Won't Boot After Power Spike
What to do if you have a power surge or outage and your computer won’t turn on afterward.
Continue ReadingBest Motherboard Overclocking Software: Overclock CPU and RAM the Easy Way
Want to overclock your computer’s CPU but afraid that you might mess something up? For the most part, overclocking is easy to do and easy to …
Continue ReadingMotherboard Diagram: Wiring Chart and Connection Guide Basics
Whether it be a custom PC build or replacing some hardware components on your existing PC, you will likely need to do some basic motherboard wiring. …
Continue ReadingMotherboard Memory Compatability
Trying to figure out what type of RAM memory your computer takes? Basically, it all amounts to motherboard memory compatibility. This article covers …
Continue ReadingWhat Does the Green Light on My Motherboard Do?
On most modern motherboards you will find a green light that many or not be lit up. Learn what the green light on a motherboard does.
Continue ReadingDiagnosing a High-Pitched Noise Coming from Your Power Supply Unit (PSU)
One of the most annoying problems with power supplies is that they occasionally start making funny noises. Learn the cause and solutions to …
Continue ReadingThe Top Five Best PSU for 2010
Although many people use wattage as the only criterion to rate power supply units, there are other things to consider when connecting the juice to …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Best Computer Power Supply?
The power supply used in a computer is a critical piece of equipment. While it does not change performance, the power supply is important to system …
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