Digital Storm Forums : Software Discussion http://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/ This is an XML content feed of; Digital Storm Forums : Software Discussion : Last 30 Posts Copyright (c) 2006-2007 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 20 May 2026 22:06:38 +0000 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:47:09 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.0 30 www.digitalstorm.com/forums/RSS_topic_feed.asp?FID=30 Digital Storm Forums http://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/ Software Discussion : AIO software https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/aio-software-tidf57576/ Author: hoserator
Subject: AIO software
Posted: 19 Apr 2024 at 12:47am

Hi.
The forum has migrated to DSDiscord server. You would get better replies if you post there.

That said, a call to DS will get you the answer.

Good luck.
Hope to see you in DSD. :)

]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:47:09 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/aio-software-tidf57576/ Software Discussion : AIO software https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/aio-software-tidf57576/ Author: CrzyMinions
Subject: AIO software
Posted: 18 Apr 2024 at 1:42pm

I was wondering if anyone has found a software that I could use for a digital storm AIO cooler? I've been trying to find one that will work and I have not been able to find one yet.]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:42:13 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/aio-software-tidf57576/ Software Discussion : Need Windows 7 HDMI driver https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Author: GrandesBollas
Subject: Need Windows 7 HDMI driver
Posted: 01 Mar 2024 at 10:05pm

Originally posted by cmacord

Come on, guys, I need some help here.
Don't fail me, DSO community !!!!


I saw your post and wanted to check to see if you got it resolved. I tried doing some research from what you provided, and agree the issue is with the driver. Problem is Windows 7 has been deprecated and you will have a hard time finding things online that support.

The HD 6950 card has an update on the AMD site but that too is very old. Your system seems to be EOL. Things may work for now but you could face big challenges in the future. For example, connecting a W7 system to the internet when MS has stopped all security updates. The 2600K may be in the group of Intel CPUs that got nerfed with the latest micro-code updates.

I hope you can get it working. If the problem is only with the speakers via the monitor, but not when connected to external speakers, you may want to revert back to what you actually know works.]]> Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:05:18 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 23 Feb 2024 at 7:35pm

Now the headphone jacks on my G510 keyboard dŒs not work now.

Edited by PcKiller - 23 Feb 2024 at 7:35pm]]> Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:35:41 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 14 Feb 2024 at 10:04am

I am now running O&O ShutUp10++, and windows loads faster now. Thanks for the heads up]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:04:30 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: Theokritos
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 14 Feb 2024 at 7:57am

Today I applied a couple of Windows 11 security updates:

01. 2024-02 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 22H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5034765)
02. 2024-02 Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 11, version 22H2 for x64 (KB5034467)

When I ran O&O ShutUp10++, afterwords, I discovered that a handful of Edge options were re-enabled. (Sneaky, sneaky. Frustrated) Those options are disabled again and gaming gŒs on.  Hahaha
]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:57:31 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: Theokritos
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 13 Feb 2024 at 11:15am

Originally posted by PcKiller

I have noticed that some of my settings are being changed by themselves. Sound for one. As in where the sound gŒs thru. IE speakers, monitor speakers, stuff like that.

I am running home version and well check on the rest of what you asked for.

Ok this is what I found out. I am up to date, and this is the version.

Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 11, version 23H2 for x64 (KB5033920)


Microsoft changing or failing to preserve user configuration settings is an old issue. I deal with the issue with the aid of O&O ShutUp10++.
]]> Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:15:33 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 12 Feb 2024 at 6:46pm

No I don't. I use the audio jack on the MB. ]]> Mon, 12 Feb 2024 18:46:21 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: hoserator
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 12 Feb 2024 at 4:18pm

I am running the same version on W11Pro and have no issues. Every once in a while it rearranges the desktop (only where the Steam window appears on the main monitor) upon startup. My sound comes out of the audio jacks into an amp. You use a USB port?
]]> Mon, 12 Feb 2024 16:18:24 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 12 Feb 2024 at 7:57am

I have noticed that some of my settings are being changed by themselves. Sound for one. As in where the sound gŒs thru. IE speakers, monitor speakers, stuff like that.

I am running home version and well check on the rest of what you asked for.

Ok this is what I found out. I am up to date, and this is the version.

Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 11, version 23H2 for x64 (KB5033920)

Edited by PcKiller - 12 Feb 2024 at 8:01am]]> Mon, 12 Feb 2024 07:57:53 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 09 Feb 2024 at 7:50pm

No Problem]]> Fri, 09 Feb 2024 19:50:07 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: Snaike
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 09 Feb 2024 at 3:27pm

Thanks for the follow up!!    ]]> Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:27:41 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 09 Feb 2024 at 2:54pm

I got it to work. My bad. Was trying to log in with the wrong rmail. It is an email that I forgot I had. Sorry. ]]> Fri, 09 Feb 2024 14:54:50 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: Theokritos
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 09 Feb 2024 at 1:25pm

Questions:

01. Are you using the Home edition or the Pro edition?
02. Are you on the latest version of Windows 11?
03. Are you running a vanilla installation or have you configured the OS?

While I too am a fan of Windows 10, I am successfully running Window 11 Pro Version 22H2. I've also configured my OS to remove bloatware, Edge, disable unwanted 'features' and operate without being logged into a Microsoft Account. Oh, I also tend to run FOSS software, like Firefox and Thunderbird, instead of propriety products.

All of the games that I have tried to date run fine. Eg. Starfield, Elderscrolls V: Skyrim (modded), No Man's Sky, and EVE Online, vOv
]]> Fri, 09 Feb 2024 13:25:34 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : I hate Windows 11 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Author: PcKiller
Subject: I hate Windows 11
Posted: 09 Feb 2024 at 5:35am

This version has been nothing but problems. It will not let me get all my emails with outlook. Guild wars 2 dŒs not run at all. (Fav Game) I wish I had gotten windows 10 instead. I would suggest that you get windows 10 instead of 11. !0 works everything I asked of it. 11 is very buggy.

Edited by PcKiller - 23 Feb 2024 at 7:34pm]]> Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:35:26 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/i-hate-windows-11-tidf57518/ Software Discussion : Need Windows 7 HDMI driver https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Author: cmacord
Subject: Need Windows 7 HDMI driver
Posted: 31 Jan 2024 at 4:35pm

Come on, guys, I need some help here.
Don't fail me, DSO community !!!!]]> Wed, 31 Jan 2024 16:35:34 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Software Discussion : Need Windows 7 HDMI driver https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Author: cmacord
Subject: Need Windows 7 HDMI driver
Posted: 29 Jan 2024 at 4:44pm

My DSO system that I had built in 2011 is still going strong. However, the Dell 23.5" LCD monitor that I bought at the same time to go with it recently gave up the ghost. So I bought a Dell S2721H 27" monitor. I took delivery a few days ago, and it is spectacular. I purposely got a 27" in the same resolution as the 23.5" (1920x1080) in the hopes that things would be bigger for my old eyes, and it worked - things are noticeably larger and easier to read and see.

The other thing that I wanted to accomplish was to get the huge, ugly speakers off my tiny desk, which is why I picked a monitor with built-in speakers. And here is where I hit trouble - they don't work. Please keep in mind that I am not a "techie". I did not know until I extracted the monitor from the box that it had an HDMI connector instead of the VGA "plug with two screws" connector (remember, not a techie) that every other monitor I have ever seen had. I was pleasantly surprised to find that my ancient AMD 6950 card actually had an HDMI connector - I was sure I was gonna have to buy a new video card.

I thought there should be a cable to connect the internal speakers to the back of my computer, just like with the old external speakers (again, not a techie). I called Dell tech support, and the very nice lady informed me that the HDMI connector carries the sound as well as the video. What a great idea !!

Ok, so why do my speakers not work ? Well, after getting over the case of the vapors that overwhelmed her when I told her that my system was running Windows 7 (Home Premium 64-bit) and weathering her *strong* suggestion that I upgrade to Windows 10 (I don't think my system will run it and I don't want to anyway, so everyone please just save it), she determined that the reason the speakers didn't work was that I needed an HDMI driver for Windows 7. I allowed her to take over my system and search it, and she confirmed that was the case. She then searched the Dell system for one, but the oldest they had was Windows 8. We downloaded it and tried it, but no joy.

This sweet lady spent over 2 hrs with me, but in the end we failed, apparently because Dell dŒs not have the Win 7 HDMI driver that I need. She told me that I need to get said driver from the people who built my system, so here I am.


TL;DR

I need a Windows 7 HDMI driver that will support the speakers in my new monitor, which uses the HDMI connection on my AMD 6950 video card. I don't know if I am saying that the right way or not, but DSO has not failed me yet.

Thanks in advance !!!

Mike Acord


System notes:
8GB DDR3 1600MHz (later expanded to 16GB)
600W Corsair CX600 V2 (died and replaced)


Edited by cmacord - 29 Jan 2024 at 4:47pm]]> Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:44:25 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/need-windows-7-hdmi-driver-tidf57487/ Software Discussion : JMRI programming https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/jmri-programming-tidf57485/ Author: Dog
Subject: JMRI programming
Posted: 27 Jan 2024 at 9:21pm

Hello all

JMRI is a JAVA Interface for model railroaders. I am wondering if this would be safe to download onto my new system? I think it will be but just wondering if anyone else has downloaded it onto there system. I plan to use it to program my locomotive decoders. Thanks]]> Sat, 27 Jan 2024 21:21:14 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/jmri-programming-tidf57485/ Software Discussion : Photos opening and closing https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/photos-opening-and-closing-tidf57194/ Author: CKiss
Subject: Photos opening and closing
Posted: 30 Jul 2023 at 6:28am

Hello all,

Just an update. After a few days of research, I contacted some local IT people to see if they had any ideas. One of them sent me this website (shieldground.com/how-to-troubleshoot-microsoft-photos-in-windows) and advised me to update the app - problem solved.

Hope this helps someone else in a similar situation!]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 06:28:11 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/photos-opening-and-closing-tidf57194/ Software Discussion : Photos opening and closing https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/photos-opening-and-closing-tidf57194/ Author: CKiss
Subject: Photos opening and closing
Posted: 28 Jul 2023 at 9:07am

Hello...

I have a client who uses the Photos program on his Windows 10 computer. When he opens Photos it displays a blank black screen and then closes. It is only open for a few seconds.

DŒs anyone have any idea how to fix this without changing the whole computer?]]> Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:07:20 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/photos-opening-and-closing-tidf57194/ Software Discussion : Operating system https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/operating-system-tidf57164/ Author: gavinjustin
Subject: Operating system
Posted: 06 Jul 2023 at 5:36am

What are the different kinds of operations that are possible on semaphore?
]]> Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:36:06 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/operating-system-tidf57164/ Software Discussion : Windows Reverted Back? https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/windows-reverted-back-tidf57163/ Author: Spetsnaz
Subject: Windows Reverted Back?
Posted: 05 Jul 2023 at 2:27am

I am confused. I was in the middle of applying for a job. Youtube playing tonight. Computer froze, waited about 5 minutes, music was still playing but couldn't do anything. So, I did a restart.

Computer boots up as an old "admin" profile..I login and all my files are from 2018..can't tell me my SSD isn't booting (I have 3 drives and all 3 show up in my PC) but all my files are 5 years old except Steam and windows shows "last modified 2023"

also when it logs in it looks like it is in safe mode..can't change resolution can't access anti-virus..can't access the internet..nothing.

So I tried a re-install windows but keep files and no luck.

I read something about a new update that messed stuff up, I have no idea how to fix this. its like my windows account dŒsnt exist and only an admin profile from 2018 exists.

]]> Wed, 05 Jul 2023 02:27:57 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/windows-reverted-back-tidf57163/ Software Discussion : Potential probelems with latest Windows 10 & 11 up https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/potential-probelems-with-latest-windows-10-amp-11-up-tidf57128/ Author: GreatSouthernBear
Subject: Potential probelems with latest Windows 10 & 11 up
Posted: 18 Jun 2023 at 2:09pm

My boot drive was disabled earlier this week. I had to reformat it and install all from scratch. Jahvon Priest, one of Digital Storm's superb support people, suggested that the problem could have been due to a bad system update. Well, here's the documentation https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-cautions-that-patch-tuesday-windows-kernel-bugfix-could-break-something/. Looks like he was right! I once upon a time believed that system updates were fully tested before pushing them on us. Someday, I may learn the lesson that they are not always safe! Sometimes the user is the white rat in the lab.

CryUpset
]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:09:02 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/potential-probelems-with-latest-windows-10-amp-11-up-tidf57128/ Software Discussion : RGB Control Issues https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Author: NewJim2016
Subject: RGB Control Issues
Posted: 29 Jan 2023 at 8:07am

CretÆ. Thanks for your reply. I have the remote and I can turn the lights off. However, I have to do this every time I start the computer. I was trying to turn them off permanently. So, I will try your advice and trace the the wires back to the motherboard. Thanks again, cusafr
]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 08:07:32 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Software Discussion : RGB Control Issues https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Author: CretÆ
Subject: RGB Control Issues
Posted: 29 Jan 2023 at 7:45am

If they came with a remote, it has an off button. The remote comes in the box of extra parts, in an anti-static bag that hides what it is. You might hav overlooked it. If it dŒs'nt seem to work, there is a button type battery inside that has a plastic cover to remove before use.

If all that fails, run backwards from the wires attached and simply unplug where they go into the motherboard.

Happy trails.   

An instruction set for the remote is linked in my post above.


Edited by CretÆ - 29 Jan 2023 at 7:47am]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2023 07:45:49 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Software Discussion : RGB Control Issues https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Author: NewJim2016
Subject: RGB Control Issues
Posted: 25 Jan 2023 at 12:46pm

Not sure if this is the right place. Can someone tell me if it is possible to turn off the RGB light that gŒs around the inside of the computer. I just don't like or need any more lights.

Thanks, cusafr]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2023 12:46:51 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/rgb-control-issues-tidf56045/ Software Discussion : Can't validate code key from external CD drive https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/can-039-t-validate-code-key-from-external-cd-drive-tidf56873/ Author: runanbond
Subject: Can't validate code key from external CD drive
Posted: 19 Jan 2023 at 7:59am

Good morning,

I have some software that installs to the PC but only functions fully when the CD is present in the drive. It functions perfectly if utilized on a desktop or laptop with a dedicated CD drive. When I use it on a laptop or desktop with NO built-in CD drive, it can see the CD, but gives an error that it can't read the "key" on the CD. It runs and installs the software fine, the issue seems to only be in validating this key. Any thoughts?]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2023 07:59:07 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/can-039-t-validate-code-key-from-external-cd-drive-tidf56873/ Software Discussion : legitimate pc optimizer programs? https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/legitimate-pc-optimizer-programs-tidf56596/ Author: CFalcon075
Subject: legitimate pc optimizer programs?
Posted: 18 Jan 2023 at 10:14pm

Hi, the only software I'd legitimately use would be BleachBit. Do not trust CCleaner because CCleaner is a horrible app and nobody should ever use it. Avast acquired Piriform and they've made CCleaner with ads, I believe it slows down your PC (maybe), CCleaner got hacked a while ago and makes the reputation of the software not so good. I would definitely trust BleachBit since it is open-source, so you don't have to worry about ads or anything. Although someone can change the code in BleachBit but that means they'd have to make their own GitHub repository of it.

I believe that BleachBit is a lot more safer than CCleaner, CCleaner is crap itself and shouldn't ever be used. It was a good software back in the day I agree, but things can change. So don't expect to go with something you've been with for a long time. I would suggest again BleachBit or ask for a technician to do it for you (if they can).

I really don't believe in CCleaner although I did a long time ago, and they also have cracked versions of CCleaner which is piracy and they come with viruses and malware so that's not good either. BleachBit is again completely free because again like reiterated it's open-source.

Hopefully this information comes across as useful, I'll put a video down below that is also informational.

Is Using CCleaner A Bad Idea? - Techquickie

Also, don't use Malwarebytes either. I'd fully trust your operating system's AV and not some other company's antivirus. Windows Defender/Security dŒs great at what it dŒs and it can detect a lot of things. Unless.. You cannot upgrade to Windows 11, you don't have any antivirus on your operating system. Then I'd say do your research and see what best fits you.

Edited by CFalcon075 - 18 Jan 2023 at 10:19pm]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2023 22:14:56 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/legitimate-pc-optimizer-programs-tidf56596/ Software Discussion : BIOS updated!!! https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/bios-updated-tidf56833/ Author: CretÆ
Subject: BIOS updated!!!
Posted: 22 Dec 2022 at 1:08am

Good on ya!   

Merry Christmas right back.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2022 01:08:17 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/bios-updated-tidf56833/ Software Discussion : BIOS updated!!! https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/bios-updated-tidf56833/ Author: GreatSouthernBear
Subject: BIOS updated!!!
Posted: 21 Dec 2022 at 6:11am

This is a note regarding PCs running a ASUSTeK Computer Inc. PRIME X570 Pro Motherboard with an America Megatrends Inc. BIOS

If you have an AMD Platform PC running the above and are having weird behavior with Luminar NEO or Luminar AI, here's the solution I found for my PC. The BIOS was updated on 10/27/2022. The previous update was in April 2022. The new update corrects a host of graphic issues and stability issues with AI apps and many others. Here's the link for the BIOS update. This ONLY for the Motherboard above. I updated about two hours ago, and the problems I was having were cured!

Merry Christmas to all!!!

https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards-Components/Motherboards/PRIME/PRIME-X570-PRO/HelpDesk_BIOS/

Edited by GreatSouthernBear - 21 Dec 2022 at 6:12am]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2022 06:11:57 +0000 https://www.digitalstorm.com/forums/bios-updated-tidf56833/