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    PCSPECIALIST backup method?

    Hi All Just wondering what backup method you use? Im currently just using the built in windows 7 system, is this as good as any? or is it better to use a third part piece of software?
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    PCSPECIALIST New HTPC here and setup. with pics

    Hi Guys, well I received my new HTPC last week. Let’s start with the specifications: Case Silverstone SST-GD06B HTPC Case + 450W PSU Processor (CPU) Intel® Core™i7-2600 Quad Core (3.40GHz, 8MB Cache) + HD Graphics Motherboard ASUS® P8H61-M LE/USB3 (NEW REV 3.0): M-ATX, USB 3.0, SATA...
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    PCSPECIALIST Startup time

    Hi, can anybody clear this up for me? I recently recieved my new HTPC from PC Specialists, :) Its a 3.4ghz i7 with 8gb Ram and 7200rpm WD Caviar blacks Now, it seems to take about 1 minute to boot to the windows log in screen I also have a laptop that is a 2.4ghz i5 with 4gb ram, this only takes...
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    PCSPECIALIST Laptop advice please.....?

    Hi Guys My HTPC is on order with PCS, and can't wait to get it :) I have another requirement, I am looking for a 13 inch laptop, that will be used predominantly for: Internet, email, MS office work, presenting through a projector. So essentially a work laptop. Decided on 13 inch as i want...
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    PCSPECIALIST Question about my order...confused

    Just spotted a potential issue? ASUS® P8H61-M LE/USB3 (NEW REV 3.0): M-ATX, USB 3.0, SATA 3.0Gb/s does not support 6 Gb/s hard drives I have specified 2x 2TB WD CAVIAR BLACK WD2002FAEX, SATA 6 Gb/s, 64MB CACHE (7200rpm) I assume this means the hard drives won't be running as fast as they...
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    PCSPECIALIST Have I ordered the right processor??

    Hi, placed an order yesterday, details in this thread http://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?12692-My-HTPC-Home-computer-specs-check-them-please I went for the i7 2600S 2.8ghz thinking i should keep the total power consumption down, so the PSU didn't have to work too hard, but am...
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    PCSPECIALIST My HTPC/Home computer specs, check them please?

    Hi, pretty much ready to order the below. Just need some confirmation that this is a good build. Use wise, it will be used for watching and storing movies, TV show, lots of music, and some general use such as office applications, some photo editing, email, web etc. It will also be connected to...
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