A bunch of people are having problems with their Le Pan Tablets. It seems like they just randomly stop turning on. Here are a few different fixes for you try: Fix #1: Charge the tablet by plugging it into a wall power plug If you’re connecting the tablet via USB to a computer to charge […]
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Solution for Enter Your Administrator Password or Power on Password
When your computer tells you to “Enter Your Administrator Password or Power on Password” there are two different ways you can fix the problem: Fix #1: Reset your BIOS by removing the CMOS battery This fix makes the computer forget that it was asking you for a password. It’s much easier to carry out on […]
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How to fix the no sound problem on a Chromebook
Some users have reported that their having audio issues with their Chromebook. Either the sound is completely silent or it’s cutting in and out intermittently. There are a variety of problems that can cause this for both sound coming from the speakers and sound coming from headphones. If you’re listening only through the built-in speakers […]
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How to run Skype on startup in Windows 8 and 8.1
Skype used to allow you the option to run automatically on startup but unfortunately the new Skype app in Windows 8 and 8.1 no longer includes this option… at least officially. However you can still use this quick unofficial method to setup Skype to run automatically as soon as you turn your computer on. Go […]
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Solution to Civilization V crashing on start
If your copy of Civilization is crashing on start-up, or when loading, a possible solution is to disable the “intro” movie. It seems like this movie causes problems on some machines. To disable the intro movie: Completely close both Steam and Civilization V. Navigate to “Documents/My Games/Sid Meier’s Civilization 5” Open the file “UserSettings.ini” Find […]
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How to stop Civilization V from freezing and crashing
Civilization 5 is a great game and it’s even more accessible now that it’s on Steam. However a lot of people have been experiencing crashes and freezing while playing. Fortunately the fixes are quite simple. I recommend you go down the list until your problem is fixed, I’ve listed solutions from most easy to least. […]
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How to fix the Skype “Account::db_in_use” log in problem
If you’ve recently opened up Skype and tried to log in only to encounter a message box that says “Account::db_in_use” you’re in luck! Simply try one of the fixes listed below to fix this problem. Solution #1: Make Sure you have enough free space on your hard drive The simplest cause of this problem seems […]
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How to Convert Video for iPod Touch and iPhone
If you have a video in a format that will not play on your iPod Touch or iPhone simply follow these instruction to convert it to a format that your iPod or iPhone will understand: 1. Download and Install Handbrake Handbrake is free for anyone to download from their website. Click here to download it. […]
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Check Apple Mac, iPod, Macbook, iPhone Warranty Online
If your Apple device is on the fritz and is in need of repair the first question you probably ask yourself is “Is this under warranty?” In the past you needed to call a phone number, navigate a phone tree, and then finally force the information out of an unhelpful rep. Well no more. Apple […]
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Headphone Jack / Earphones not Working on iPod Touch
There are several things that can cause your headphone jack to suddenly stop working. The problem can be software or hardware based. It can exist because of an earbud issue or a iPod issue. Let’s run through the different scenarios and take a look at some fixes for you to try: Solution #1: Turn your iPod Off […]
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