Apple’s AirPods add a great convenience factor to our daily lives given the fact that they’re wireless. But, the very same can also oppose a negative consequence as they often run into connectivity issues. Such issues usually mean that either the battery is dead only on one side or the earbud is clogged with debris. But luckily, there are tricks you may apply to fix one of your AirPods not working....
This error occurs when Windows fails to perform a download to execute an update. This issue occurs mainly due to outdated Service Stack Update (SSU) or errors in system files. Improper update installation may also cause this error. Repairing system files should fix this issue. Mostly, you only need to launch the troubleshooting tool. In some cases, resolving it may require more advanced solutions. Launch Windows Updates Troubleshooter Windows has a troubleshooting feature to check and fix problems in the system....
If your Gigabyte system fails to POST, it’ll provide diagnostic info in the form of numeric or beep codes. As you typically require discrete POST cards to read numeric codes, audible beep codes tend to be a more accessible way to diagnose problems. Thebeep codes indicate different problemsdepending on the pattern. For instance, continuous beeping indicates that the RAM modules aren’t detected, while 8 short beeps indicate that your GPU isn’t working properly....
If you are planning to get Valorant and jump on the ever-growing FPS shooting game train, you should also think about how much space the game takes. Since most of the big games these days require a lot of space, you might be wondering if your disk has enough storage or not for Valorant. So without further ado, let us see how much space does Valorant take to function properly....
Thermal Paste on a GPU usually lasts for 5+ years, but with time, it will eventually dry out. Thisdegradation processaccelerates when youoverclock your GPUor run it under a high workload. If your GPU’s temperature stays above 70°C most of the time, it’s best to replace its thermal paste. To apply thermal paste to your GPU,detach the heatsinkfrom the graphics card,clean the paste,andapply a new layer. It’s also a good idea toreplace the thermal padsfor the VRMs and VRAMs if they are damaged....
If you ever want toinstall a new OSor use a recovery drive, you’ll need to boot from a USB drive instead of your default boot disk. On MSI boards, you may use theBoot Menuto quickly select the USB drive. Or, you can enter the MSI BIOS andchange the Boot Orderin EZ or Advanced Modes. It’s a quick and easy process most of the time. But when setting up new systems for our writers at TNT, I’ve seen a few cases where theUSB wasn’t detectedorwasn’t bootable....
One of the main reasons users are not upgrading to Windows 11 is the system requirements, particularly the CPU, TPM, and Secure Boot requirements. Talking about secure boot specifically, most modern devices are secure boot capable. You don’t necessarily need to enable secure boot to install Windows 11, although it is good practice to use this feature. However, some users still face issues with the Secure Boot check, even on supported devices....
Changing the icons for folders and shortcuts is a great way to visually express their purpose. You don’t always have to utilize the same old boring default settings. you may jazz it up based on your vibe. Also, customizing the icons could help you recognize folders without having to read their names. This can help youstay organizedon the long run. How to Change Icons on Windows 11 Windows contains many default icons inside the%WinDir%\System32\shell32....
You’ve justupgraded your RAMand you might be wondering if it is running at its advertised speed. To quickly inspect the memory frequency, use theBIOS/UEFI utilityor evenWindows Task Manager. you may also usehardware monitoring utilitiesandPowershell/CMD commandsto do so. However, these methods only display thecurrent RAM speed. Your memory stick is capable of running at much more. To find this out, you may directly examine theRAM module or the sticker. Your motherboard’s firmware interface is ideal for monitoring every hardware component....
To clean dust from your PC, firstturn it off,remove all connections, andtake it outside. Use a compressed air can or air duster toblow out debris and dust bunniesfrom each component. You may even utilize a brush with soft bristles and microfiber towels to do the needful. I often use Q-tips dipped in Isopropyl Alcohol toget rid of the tough stains. There certainly isn’t one standard way to clean your PC. But there are a few delicate things to keep in mind....
Enabling XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) allows you to easily get the best out of your RAM. Normally, RAMs run at the default speed orfrequencyaccording to theJEDEC specifications. However, the maximum safe and stable frequency for any RAM is way higher. Byenabling the right XMP profilein your BIOS, you may effortlessly run your RAM at faster speeds without tedious manual tweaking. The exact steps to enable XMP depends on the motherboard but the steps are generally similar....
When gaming or performing any simple task, your computer might give you a black screen and revert to a normal screen. This either means that you have a loose power supply or your graphics driver is not responding correctly. If it’s the latter, you may get a message on the error log that says, “Display driver nvlddmkm stopped responding and has successfully recovered.” Nvidia Windows Longhorn Display Driver Model Kernel Mode or the NVLDDMKM is a driver that helps with the communication between the OS and the Nvidia graphics driver....
Whether you want to play online games, download movies, or upload videos on the web, it’s essential to have a fast internet connection. Even a slight drop in speed can leave you frustrated. Most of us might have noticed that wedon’t always get the advertised speedfrom our service providers. While it’s partly the ISP’s fault, several things come into play—router placement, Wi-Fi/mobile network technology, browser settings, and more. The only direct way to increase the internet speed is by upgrading your subscription plan....
