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Hi, I need to access central files (on a PC) from Android/PCs like how gdrive files can be accessed within my Home network (Wifi) Is there any software (open source preferred) that I can install on central file sharing server (Windows 10) and access them from Android/Iphones and other PCs? I have good WiFi with Mesh network. Pls advise, Thanks!

I'm planning to buy "Seagate Exos X14 12TB Enterprise 3.5" Internal SATA HDD ST12000NM0008 2019" , please advise if there're any better options at that same price range? Thanks

Thank you both! I think It's Proper windows restart but not sure as I don't sit in front of it. It's HP elitedesk 800 G1 (old one but working great with SSDs + 16GB RAM etc.) no standby machine to replace parts unfortunately

Hi, My Windows 10 desktop reboots on its own 2-3 times a day and does NOT write any *.dmp files even though I enabled crash/memory dump settings. (there's 60GB+ space on C: drive). This desktop has been 24x7 ON for last 5 years (there's no dust inside it) and reboots only when monthly updates occur. The Event viewer shows "the system has rebooted without cleanly shutting down first. this error could be caused if the system stopped responding, crashed, or lost power unexpectedly.". I did not install any software/updates/drivers in last 1 week (problem started 3 days ago). Please advise, TIA

okay, thanks Is there anyway I can make 2nd drive "bootable windows 10" (from ISO or from first drive OS) without "installing" and then plug 2nd drive to another machine (has windows 10 OEM liense) so that it boots straight away (hardware specific drivers can be loaded on first boot or 2nd) Basically, I want to eliminate "installation of windows 10 from USB" on my 2nd machine. regards,

Hi I have 2 SSDs and one of them is boot drive. Boot drive SSD is of 1TB and 2nd drive is 500G (empty) Boot drive has one folder with ~450G data so I want to clone Boot SSD to 2nd SSD drive by excluding that one big folder. After cloning, 2nd drive should be bootable and exactly same as 1st drive (without 450G folder). Is it possible? I dont have a backup device to keep that 450GB data elsewhere. Please advise, many thanks in advance!

Alright, seems like I will have to replace motherboard. thanks!

Hi, My HP elitebook 8470p is not getting powered ON but If I disconnect the battery and boot it with just power cord, it boots & works fine. I tested the battery on another Laptop (exact model) and it works fine. Could anyone please advise me on how to fix this issue and get it ON with battery connected? Thanks in advance!!

It's temperature going slightly higher (58 degrees) when transferring data else its around ~50 degrees. Should I be worried and prepare to backup data before it goes completely down?

Hi, CrystaldiskInfo shows 57 degrees Temp on WD 8TB external USB drive. Is it a problem? what should I do now?? Pls advise, thanks!!

Thanks Xaixer, all good with it except for showing Installed software, it shows only the OS version details though!

Hi, I need to get complete configuration of a friend's laptop remotely. Is there any SIMPLE (as he is not technical) command line or GUI tool that can generate system info report to a TEXT file with all the info like CPU, Motherboard model. RAM size, HDD/SSD, display, installed softwares etc. so that I can ask him to run and send me the report via E-mail? please advise, Thank you!

Thanks Donut417 for the reply. It seems none of TP-Link routers are DD-WRT compliant unfortunately. regards,

Hi, I have TP-Link Archer VR900 as my Internet Router which is working great. My ISP sent us a new router (they say it's best) which I would like to configure it as Internet router and configure existing (TP Link) as Wifi Repeater. I have a room in distance with multiple computers connected to local switch. The plan is to 1) configure ISP router as Internet router 2) Configure TP link as wifi repeater (connect it to Internet router via Wifi) 3) connect the switch to TP link to Gigabit switch (wired) and allow all the machines in that distant router connect to TP link so that they all get Internet access. Is it possible? if yes please advise on how. I tried to change TP link to Bridge mode but don't see such option. Thanks & regards,

Cool, thanks everyone

Hi, I have a desktop with AMD threadripper 1950x on Gigabyte X399-AORUS-Gaming-7 motherboard running Windows 10. Every time I boot, its date and times getting changed so I think it's CMOS battery(?) must be dead. Could anyone please suggest the correct model for it? Thanks!

Hi, I always use VPN on my windows 10 laptop but few specific websites don't allow me access them using VPN. It's almost impossible for me to OFF the VPN every time I need to access those specific sites. How could I bypass VPN for these sites? I tried static routing technique for those sites IP addresses but it did not work. OR Is there any browser that allows us accessing internet with specific network interface? Thanks

Hello friends, I have 2 machines at home. One with Ubuntu 18 and the other with Windows 10 Pro. Windows 10 Pro has paid VPN connection and is working fine. But I do not have VPN on Ubuntu machine so would like Ubuntu machine to access internet via Widows 10 Pro's VPN connection a I don't want to pay for VPN on Ubuntu machine. I tried OpenVPN (free) on Ubuntu but it's bandwidth is not consistent. Any solutions please? Thanks

Thanks Jarsky, I think "ipconfig/release" (and renew) should work best for me... Cheers!

Thanks everyone. r4tch3t's solution is interesting...

Hello friends, Please anyone can throw some ideas on how to temporarily disable internet (and enable after couple of seconds) on my win 10 laptop without touching WIFI/airplane mode settings and without using WIFI keyboard key? I know its bit weird requirement but need it for a good purpose. Many thanks!!

Hi, Just wondering if anyone who owns (has experience) with rasberry pi's give some valuable advise. Planning to buy a rasberry Pi for experiments purpose. Please suggest which one to buy among - https://www.amazon.co.uk/ABOX-Raspberry-Complete-Starter-Motherboard/dp/B07DB8591S/ref=sr_1_4?crid=26IZNZR9H8HMS&keywords=rasberry+pi+3+b+%2B&qid=1557343690&s=gateway&sprefix=rasbe%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-4-spell OR https://www.amazon.co.uk/CanaKit-Raspberry-Plus-Complete-Starter/dp/B07BR61P39/ref=sr_1_7?crid=26IZNZR9H8HMS&keywords=rasberry+pi+3+b+%2B&qid=1557343690&s=gateway&sprefix=rasbe%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-7-spell OR anyother?? £5 price difference b/w the above. Thanks!

Thank you Slottr, will do ?

Hi how can i fit SSD in the place of DVD drive in hp elitedesk 800 g1, please see below pics. Can i just use tape to fix it as i dot have screw holes/screws? if yes duct tape or sellotape, Please advise, thanks!! In one pic, there's shown a bay for drive but i dont have hp screws to slide it in. In the 2nd pic, it shows i removed DVD drive and just placed ssd (its where I think of using tape).

Hi I have Windows 10 Pro on my HP laptop and using Windows defender. I see the Kaspersky AV offering a free version. Should I really use it or will it impact my laptop in anyway? regards,