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How to update your BIOS

Updating your computer’s BIOS is an important maintenance step that can improve system stability, add support for new hardware, enhance performance, and fix critical bugs. In this guide, we’ll cover how to identify your motherboard model number and d

My PC has no display, what can I do?

If you turn on your PC and nothing shows up on the screen, don’t worry — this doesn’t always mean your computer is broken. A no display issue can be caused by many small things, from a loose cable to a simple hardware seating problem. In this guide,

My PC does not turn on, what can I do?

If you press the power button and your PC shows no signs of life (no lights, no fans spin, no beeps) it's okay to be sad -- but don’t worry, this issue is in many cases can be resolved with just a few simple checks. This guide is designed to help you

How to reinstall Windows 11

There are a few different ways to install or reinstall Windows 11, and the method you use depends on what you’re trying to do or maybe the state your PC is in. In this guide, we’ll go over the most common options, from using the built-in Windows Rese

How to reset the CMOS

Resetting the CMOS clears your motherboard’s stored BIOS settings and restores them to factory defaults. This can be helpful if your system is not booting properly, if you’ve made incorrect BIOS changes, POST (Power-On Self-Test) errors, incorrect ha

How to enable Secure Boot

Secure Boot helps protect your PC by only allowing trusted software to load during startup. It’s also required by some games for anti-cheat measures, including Valorant, Battlefield 6, and Call of Duty. This guide will show you how to enable it in yo

Why is my Windows not activated?

If your PC suddenly says "Activate Windows", don’t panic, you’re not alone. All you’ll need is your Windows license key from the sticker on the back of your system. Let’s walk through how to reactivate Windows and get rid of that annoying watermark.

How to test your RAM

Unexplained system crashes, application freezes, blue screens (BSOD), or data corruption can often point to faulty or unstable memory (RAM). Diagnosing memory-related issues is critical in determining system stability and identifying defective hardwa

How to uninstall and reinstall Armoury Crate

If you're having trouble with ASUS Armoury Crate—maybe certain features aren’t working right, your RGB lighting isn’t syncing properly, or the app is crashing—it might be time for a fresh install. Don’t worry, this is a common fix and easier than it

Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity

Having trouble connecting your PC to Wi‑Fi? We are here to help! This guide walks you through quick steps to get back online. We start with the basics and move toward more advanced checks if the issues continue. Please note: META PCs can only trouble

How to reseat your graphics card

Reseating your graphics card is a step to take when experiencing issues like flickering screens, no display, or crashes during gaming. It’s an easy task for first-time PC users to get their system running smoothly again. Let’s dive into the simple st

How to scan and repair Windows system files

If your Windows installation feels unstable, crashes unexpectedly, or certain features stop working, there may be corrupted system files causing the issue. Fortunately, Windows includes built-in tools that can scan for and repair these files. In this

How to use HD Tune

HD Tune Pro is a hard disk / SSD utility with many functions. It can be used to measure the drive's performance, scan for errors, check the health status (S.M.A.R.T.), securely erase all data and much more. We recommend the latest paid version to unl

How to use Kingston SSD Manager

Kingston SSD Manager is a free utility designed to help you easily update Kingston SSD’s firmware, monitor its health and usage statistics, and access advanced features like SMART reporting. Whether you’re troubleshooting an issue, monitoring drive h

How to use Samsung Magician

Samsung Magician is Samsung’s official tool for managing their SSDs. It’s a great program that makes it easy to keep your drive’s firmware up to date and check on its overall health. While Magician does offer extra features like performance benchmark

How to use Crucial Storage Executive

Crucial Storage Executive is a free utility designed for Crucial SSDs. With this tool, you can update your drive’s firmware, check overall health and performance, enable features like Momentum Cache, and even perform secure erase if needed. It’s a ha

HYTE Nexus Clean Uninstall and Reinstall

- Open Windows settings, go to the Apps menu, click on Installed apps, find HYTE Nexus, uninstall it, and restart your PC. - Navigate to your Documents directory and delete both the "HYTE" and "Hyte Nexus" folders. - Navigate to C:\Users\YOUR_USER_AC

How to update your BIOS (Flashback Method)

BIOS Flashback is a feature on some modern motherboards that allows you to update the BIOS without requiring a CPU, RAM, or graphics card to be installed. This is especially useful when installing a newer processor that the out-of-the-box BIOS doesn’

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