Description: This guide will walk through how to create a RAID volume on an Intel motherboard. Most Intel motherboards will support RAID 0 or RAID 1. RAID, or Redundant Array of Inexpensive/Independent Disks is a technology that provides storage reliability through redundancy, combining multiple hard disk drives in to one logical unit wherein data is stored in multiple copies across multiple hard
Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to configure a RAID volume on an Intel motherboard
Posted on 10:27 by Unknown
Monday, 27 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to save space on Solid State Drives (SSDs) - Part Five: User Directories
Posted on 13:23 by Unknown
Description: This is a technical article on the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part five covers moving the user directories.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive, presumed to be larger than the solid state drive, as sort of
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive, presumed to be larger than the solid state drive, as sort of
Friday, 24 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to save space on Solid State Drives (SSDs) - Part Four: Index
Posted on 11:11 by Unknown
Description: This is a technical article on the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part four covers moving the search index from the C:\ drive to the E:\ drive.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive which is presumed to be larger
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive which is presumed to be larger
Posted in hard drive, HDD, How to save space, How to save space on SSD, Index, move index, RAM, save space, Search Index, Solid State Drive, Solid State Drives, SSD, SSDs, tech tip
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Thursday, 23 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to save space on Solid State Drives (SSDs) - Part Three: System Restore
Posted on 12:20 by Unknown
Description: This is a technical article on to the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part three covers limiting the amount of space available for System Restore.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State
Drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will limit the amount of space used by System Restore to free
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State
Drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will limit the amount of space used by System Restore to free
Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to save space on Solid State Drives (SSDs) - Part Two: Disable Hibernation
Posted on 09:45 by Unknown
**EDITED**
Description: This is a technical article on to the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part Two covers disabling Hibernation mode, which will free up several gigabytes of space on most systems.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this second article we will be
Description: This is a technical article on to the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part Two covers disabling Hibernation mode, which will free up several gigabytes of space on most systems.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this second article we will be
Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to save space on Solid State Drives (SSDs) - Part One: Paging File
Posted on 13:35 by Unknown
Description: This is a technical article on the topic of saving space on Solid State Drives. Part One covers moving the Paging File.
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive, presumed to be larger than the solid state drive, as sort of a
The purpose of this article series is to show how to save space on Solid State drives, which are typically smaller than standard hard drives. In this article we will use a secondary hard drive, presumed to be larger than the solid state drive, as sort of a
Monday, 20 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to access the Virtual Hard Drive (VHD) for Windows XP mode from Windows 7
Posted on 10:40 by Unknown
Description: Windows uses the VHD format for XP mode. This can be accessed through disk management.
VHD - Virtual Hard Disk
The XP mode is stored in a Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) file. This format is used by several programs that run virtual machines. The format can be used for several operating systems as well as Windows XP. Windows 7 has the ability to mount and display these files as
VHD - Virtual Hard Disk
The XP mode is stored in a Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) file. This format is used by several programs that run virtual machines. The format can be used for several operating systems as well as Windows XP. Windows 7 has the ability to mount and display these files as
Friday, 17 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: Troubleshooting "Integration features have been disabled" in Windows XP Mode
Posted on 11:27 by Unknown
Description: When launching Windows XP Mode, a message appears stating that integration features have been disabled. Windows XP Mode is either partially functional or completely non-functional. The Tools menu item "Enabling Integration Features" is grayed out.
This document will troubleshoot that issue.
When attempting to launch Windows XP Mode, an error message appears stating that
This document will troubleshoot that issue.
When attempting to launch Windows XP Mode, an error message appears stating that
Thursday, 16 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to format a drive using the Command Prompt in Windows 7
Posted on 12:07 by Unknown
Description: If formatting a drive through Windows is unsuccessful, the Command Line becomes a very useful tool to complete the process.
Open the Elevated Command Prompt by going to Start » All Programs » Accessories » Right-Click on
Command Prompt and click Run as administrator. A prompt will appear for Administrator Access. Click
Yes to allow.
Once in Command Prompt, type in
Open the Elevated Command Prompt by going to Start » All Programs » Accessories » Right-Click on
Command Prompt and click Run as administrator. A prompt will appear for Administrator Access. Click
Yes to allow.
Once in Command Prompt, type in
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Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to delete files "Waiting to Be Burned to Disc" in Windows 7
Posted on 06:43 by Unknown
Description: This article outlines the process of deleting files that are waiting to be burned to a disc in Windows 7. This process will fix most situations where windows will present the user with a balloon tip notifying the user that there are files waiting to be burned, but when the user clicks on the balloon tip, no files are shown.
Foreword: If Windows 7 is presenting you with Balloon Tips
Foreword: If Windows 7 is presenting you with Balloon Tips
Monday, 13 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: 3 Steps to remove all Hyperlinks (web URLs) from a Microsoft Word document
Posted on 12:48 by Unknown
Use Copy and Paste to insert your web page content or URL list into your
document.
Press Ctrl-A (to select all).
Press Ctrl-6 to remove all hyperlinks
from the document.
Here is an example:
Example: A Wikipedia page is full of links to related definitions and Wiki
entries.
Select the portion of the document and select copy from the menu or press
Ctrl-C.
Open your
Friday, 10 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to use CCleaner to safely clean your Windows OS Computer’s Registry
Posted on 09:00 by Unknown
Description: This article outlines the process of using
CCleaner to safely clean your Windows OS Computer’s registry.
Background: CCleaner is a "Freemium" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freemium) utility that helps users safely and efficiently remove unused files from their computers. It is available as a free download at
Piriform’s website (http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download) for the
CCleaner to safely clean your Windows OS Computer’s registry.
Background: CCleaner is a "Freemium" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freemium) utility that helps users safely and efficiently remove unused files from their computers. It is available as a free download at
Piriform’s website (http://www.piriform.com/ccleaner/download) for the
Egyptian Case Mod - Part 3
Posted on 08:48 by Unknown
Aging the limestone panel carvingsThe carved detail in the limestone shows up if you have the lighting just right,otherwise it tends to get lost since the coloring is only slightly lighter inshade from the surrounding stone.The chariot panel with the brass, carnelian, and the vulture and cobra medallionsglued in place.A portion of the hieroglyphics carved into the chariot panel. The symbols
Posted in build your own PC, byopc, carving, case, case mod, case modification, Case Mods, computer, computer case, Egyptian, extreme, hieroglyphic, Limestone Shell, mod, Modding, New System Build, QuetzalMod, Upgrades
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Thursday, 9 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to download and use Malwarebytes
Posted on 09:02 by Unknown
Malware is shorthand for "malicious software" and is used to describe an entire group of programs that includes advertising, tracking, key-logging, ID or credit theft or that cause other bad or undesirable activity. Malwarebytes specializes in fighting malware.
(including Free, Trial, or Retail versions)
Go to www.malwarebytes.org. Follow
the download link to download.cnet.com
and
(including Free, Trial, or Retail versions)
Go to www.malwarebytes.org. Follow
the download link to download.cnet.com
and
Wednesday, 8 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to run an ESET Scan in Safe Mode for ESET Antivirus Version 5
Posted on 10:54 by Unknown
Description: This guide will show you how to run an ESET NOD32 or ESET Smart Security scan in Safe Mode. This is useful when you have a virus that ESET is not able to remove in Windows normal mode. It is recommended that you print this guide as the computer will be running in safe mode and the guide will not be accessible through the Internet.
Print this document and keep it available as it
Print this document and keep it available as it
Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to restore an iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch to Factory Settings
Posted on 11:00 by Unknown
Description: If an iOS device begins to function improperly, restoring the factory settings will usually resolve the issue.
Connect the device to the computer with a USB cable, then open iTunes.
(Note: This tutorial was done on a Mac computer, though the Windows version is entirely the same process)
Locate the device along the left column. This will open the main hub for all current
Connect the device to the computer with a USB cable, then open iTunes.
(Note: This tutorial was done on a Mac computer, though the Windows version is entirely the same process)
Locate the device along the left column. This will open the main hub for all current
Monday, 6 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to configure Windows 7 to log on automatically
Posted on 06:56 by Unknown
Description: This article outlines the process of configuring Windows 7 to automatically log on to a user account on startup.
Left click on the Start Button.
Type "netplwiz" (without the quotes) into the
Search programs and files Field.
Press the Enter Button on your keyboard.
Left click on the Check Box to the left of "Users must enter a user
name and password to use this
Left click on the Start Button.
Type "netplwiz" (without the quotes) into the
Search programs and files Field.
Press the Enter Button on your keyboard.
Left click on the Check Box to the left of "Users must enter a user
name and password to use this
Friday, 3 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to change Folder Options in Windows 7
Posted on 07:01 by Unknown
Description: This article will detail how to view and change general folder options in Windows 7. This can be helpful to change how folders open, the manner in which they open, and how the navigation pane functions.
Click on the Start button in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Click on Control Panel.
In the upper right corner of the Control Panel window, click on the View By drop
Click on the Start button in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Click on Control Panel.
In the upper right corner of the Control Panel window, click on the View By drop
Wednesday, 1 February 2012
Tech Tip of the Day: How to automatically back up data with Windows backup
Posted on 06:34 by Unknown
Description: Windows 7 has a great tool available to make backing up data a breeze.
Begin by going to the Start Menu » Control Panel
Make sure View By: is set to Small Icons.
Click Backup and Restore and plug in an external storage device.
Click Set up backup to begin the initial setup.
A list of available backup locations will appear. Backups can be either burned to a disc, or
Begin by going to the Start Menu » Control Panel
Make sure View By: is set to Small Icons.
Click Backup and Restore and plug in an external storage device.
Click Set up backup to begin the initial setup.
A list of available backup locations will appear. Backups can be either burned to a disc, or
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