Hardware

Questions about PC components, assembly, upgrades, and repairs.

HardwareYS9082HP MPTool V8 for SSD Flashing: Fix Non-Detection

Use MPTool V8.00.00.01.033 with HPS1A30C N38 firmware to flash YS9082HP SSD on UML875 BC1GBAS with 29F01T1ALCOK1 memory. Fixes non-detection after poor SATA cable. Step-by-step ROM mode guide, downloads, and troubleshooting for SSD flash recovery.

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HardwareFix IMX378 Camera Detection on Raspberry Pi - IMX477 Identification Issue

Resolve IMX378 camera identification issues on Raspberry Pi when sensors are incorrectly detected as IMX477. Learn proper device tree configuration and overlay parameters for correct camera recognition.

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HardwareAIDA64 12V Rail 0.192V in CPU Stress Test: Normal?

Is 0.192V on AIDA64 12V rail during CPU stress test normal? Likely a sensor error from 'Reserve' source, not PSU failure. Learn ATX specs (11.4-12.6V), troubleshooting with BIOS, HWInfo, multimeter.

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HardwareMSI MAG A850GL 850W PSU for i7-13700KF + RTX 3080 Ti?

Is the MSI MAG A850GL PCIE5 850W PSU suitable for i7-13700KF, RTX 3080 Ti gaming PC? Covers wattage, PCIe connectors, headroom, efficiency, and alternatives under 10k budget for video editing.

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HardwareAPC BV650I-GR Battery Replacement: 7Ah to 9Ah Guide

Replace a swollen Leoch DJW12-7 in an APC BV650I-GR with a 9Ah SLA. Compare CSB and Delta 9Ah options, what specs must match, and safe replacement steps.

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HardwareAM335x NAND Boot Troubleshooting: SPL Rejected by BootROM

AM335x NAND boot troubleshooting: why BootROM rejects SPL (ECC/OOB layout, tiimage header, SYSBOOT, pad-byte, watchdog). Verification steps and fixes.

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HardwareCortex-M Prefetching & ART Accelerator: How It Works

Technical guide to instruction and data prefetching on ARM Cortex-M and STM32 ART accelerator. Explains PFU, caches, FLASH_ACR bits, performance, and determinism.

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HardwareLenovo dock station: Fix multi-monitor display lag (Win11)

Fix multi-monitor stutter on Windows 11 with a Lenovo dock: quick checks for cables, DP/HDMI modes, Lenovo dock station driver, dock firmware, and GPU settings.

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HardwareWemos D1 Mini: Best ESP8266 Board for Beginners (Python)

Compact, affordable Wemos D1 Mini guide for beginners: program ESP8266 with Lua (NodeMCU) or MicroPython, control LEDs, stepper motors and LCDs via WiFi on LiPo.

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HardwareRestore Palit GTX 1660 Super Fan Control & Drivers

Fix Palit GTX 1660 Super fan control after NVIDIA updates. Use DDU, try drivers 517.48/512.x, Palit ThunderMaster, backup VBIOS and test Unreal Engine.

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HardwareWhy HWiNFO64 Shows 2000 MHz for XMP DDR4-4000 RAM Explained

HWiNFO64 shows the DRAM base clock (2000 MHz) when XMP PC-4000 is active; double that value to get DDR4-4000 (4000 MT/s). See DRAM Frequency in HWiNFO64 sensors.

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HardwareRaspberry Pi 4 Green ACT LED Blinking: Boot & SSH Fix

Diagnose Raspberry Pi 4 green ACT LED blinking: bootloader, SD/USB, EEPROM checks, power tests, serial logs and recovery steps to restore boot and SSH.

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HardwareSTM32 Wireless UART to PC: HC-05, ESP32, nRF24L01 Options

HC-05, ESP8266/ESP32, and nRF24L01 options for STM32F373 UART-like PC communication. Covers wiring, UART/HAL/DMA setup, framing protocols and tradeoffs.

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HardwarePC Upgrade 2026: Ryzen 5 3600 & GTX 1660 Super Guide

Practical 2026 PC upgrade guide for Ryzen 5 3600 + GTX 1660 Super systems: when to add 32GB RAM, pick a midrange GPU, or plan a full AM5/Intel platform refresh.

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HardwarePower Outage PC Risks: Checks & Prevention Guide

Unexpected power outage risks for PC: data loss, file-system corruption, HDD/SSD/PSU damage. Essential post-outage checks like chkdsk, SMART tests, event logs. Prevent with UPS, surge protectors, 3-2-1 backups.

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HardwareConvert SAS Drive 520 to 512 Sector Size: HGST Guide

Step-by-step guide to reformat HGST HUS723020ALS640 SAS drive from 520-byte to 512-byte sector size. Use IT-mode HBA, sg_format from sg3_utils, vendor tools. Hardware needs, RAID vs HBA, firmware risks explained.

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HardwareAOC CU34G4Z: Fix Blurry Multicolored Fonts on DisplayPort

Resolve rainbow fringes and blurry text on AOC CU34G4Z (3440x1440 VA) over DisplayPort vs HDMI. Check ClearType, subpixel AA, GPU RGB/Full settings, refresh rates, cables, firmware for crisp fonts.

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HardwareFix GTX 650 Ti BOOST No Video on ECS H55-M

Troubleshoot GTX 650 Ti BOOST no display on ECS H55-M motherboard: verify 6-pin PCIe power, PSU, reset CMOS, BIOS settings (PCIe priority, CSM, Gen2), test slot, cables. Step-by-step diagnostics for GPU compatibility.

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HardwareFix ShadowPlay 4K Corrupted/Zero-Byte Files on Samsung T9 SSD

Diagnose and fix ShadowPlay 4K recordings becoming corrupted or zero-byte on Samsung T9 SSD after reboot. Check temp paths, USB power, Fast Startup, firmware, Event Viewer logs, and more for reliable captures.

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HardwareRotation Matrix to Align IMU with UAV Body Frame

Convert IMU accelerometer, gyroscope and magnetometer readings to UAV body axes when IMU is pitched 180°. Use R = diag(-1,1,-1) and code examples for Python/C++.

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