Most Popular Guides
Tweaking Windows 10 Privacy Settings With ShutUp10
Written on May 24, 2017 by Samyntha Hubbard PopularSo you have selected to have Windows 10 privacy settings tweaked during the build process - what does that actually mean?
Windows 10: What's left on the menu?
Written on August 18, 2016 by PopularNow that Microsoft has ended the ability to upgrade to windows 10 for free, what options do we have left? Users can purchase the software through many different portals, and many different media types. This article explains the different types, locations and installations of these installs, as well as alternative installation procedures
Installing Windows 10 with a Microsoft Windows 10 USB Key
Written on August 18, 2016 by PopularThis article describes the process of installing and setting up a new clean installation of windows, or an upgrade install from a Pre-made Windows 10 USB key that has been supplied by Microsoft. It also includes information on using the media creation tool for upgrading.
How to Use Restore from the USB Tools & Recovery Drive
Written on November 11, 2015 by PopularYour Windows 8 or 10 system came with a restore utility built into the Tools thumb drive. It's a great utility, but not entirely straightforward to use. This guide walks you through how to use it.
Malware and Virus Removal Guide
Written on May 28, 2015 by PopularHere at Puget Systems Support, we find that people have trouble with popups, malware, or viruses from time to time. We have created these two guides to walk you through removing those offenders using free tools available online.
How to restore using Windows 7 System Image Recovery (Restore DVD)
Written on February 17, 2015 by PopularThis is a guide which shows how to use the System Image Recovery feature of Windows 7 and Windows 8. It's meant to be used with the Restore DVDs we make using the built in imaging utility in Windows.
Overclocking Failed Errors
Written on August 6, 2012 by PopularOverclocking Failed is a common error message given by Asus motherboards. This error message is misleading and scary. Luckily, the fix is actually pretty quick and easy!
Computer does not turn on
Written on May 26, 2011 by PopularThis troubleshooting guide will help you to fix the most common problems that keep your computer from turning on. Answer each question carefully, even though the questions are very simple in the beginning!
Recent Guides
WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR on Gigabyte x299 and Skylake-X [SOLVED]
Written on September 21, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenWe are currently researching a fix for the WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR when using Adobe software on an Gigabyte x299 and Skylake-X processors.
SG10 HDD and SSD install
Written on September 8, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenDo you have an SG10? Do you want more storage space or a backup drive? This article and video will guide you through the process of installing additional SSDs and HDDs in your SG10 Puget System case.
Swapping Drives in Fractal R5 Case
Written on September 8, 2017 by Ben NelsonIn this article Puget Systems goes over how to replace a faulty HDD or SSD in a Fractal R5 case. It also includes information on how to add a drive to the drive rack and explains basic storage practices.
How to find out if your drive is failing
Written on September 5, 2017 by Ben NelsonAt Puget Systems, we use a couple free drive diagnostic tools to tell us if there are issues with solid state drives and hard disk drives. Some of the programs that will be summarized include disk error checking tool, Samsung Magician, and Crystal Disk Info.
How to enable Network Discovery and configure sharing options in Windows 10.
Written on September 1, 2017 by Penny DycusNetwork Discovery in the Windows operating system is a network setting. In this setting you can set whether or not other computers on the network can communicate with connected devices and systems.. If Network Discovery is enabled, sharing files and printers over a network becomes easier.
Windows Update Fix: Gigabyte X99 + Intel Chipset
Written on August 7, 2017 by Geno RosarioHaving issues with updating to Windows Update 1703? Are you on a Gigabyte X99 Motherboard? Try this workaround.
Windows 10 reset
Written on July 27, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenAre you interested in a clean install of Windows 10? Or maybe you just want to improve system performance and reliability but retain files and folders? This guide will simplify the Windows 10 reset process to help get your system back on track. Please make sure your data is sufficiently backed up before hand!
Maintaining Your System Over Time
Written on June 22, 2017 by Samyntha HubbardNothing makes me more proud than hearing from a customer that has a system built by us that is 10 years old. Not to toot our own horn (toot-toot) but that is an entire decade that a system we built helped someone get their work done! That is remarkable.
SSD optimization in Windows 10
Written on June 8, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenLet's get the most out of that speedy new SSD in your Puget Systems computer. Optimizing settings and configuration of the SSD can provide improved performance and reliability.
How to Update Your Nvidia Graphics Driver for Windows
Written on June 2, 2017 by Alicia MensonAs a PC user, you may have some questions on if you should always have the newest version of your graphics card installed. What are some reasons why you would want to update your driver? What are the benefits of doing so? What are the concerns if they aren't updated?
How to Create A Drive That You Can Use in Mac OS X & Windows
Written on June 1, 2017 by Geno RosarioA quick, easy guide to formatting a drive that will work in both operating systems.
Do Macs Get Viruses?
Written on June 1, 2017 by Geno RosarioA short summary on Macs vs. Windows in the virus category.
AppleCare vs Puget Systems Service
Written on June 1, 2017 by Geno RosarioHow does Puget Systems stack up against AppleCare?
Setting Up and Using Windows 10 System Restore
Written on May 23, 2017 by Nick KraderWindows System Restore is usually enabled by default, but sometimes it is not - or has been turned off by a user. In this article I will show you how to enable Windows System Restore, create a restore point, and how to use that restore point.
Samsung Secure Erase
Written on May 10, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenWould you like to securely erase your Samsung SSD? Well good news, Samsung offers a great utility to help you do exactly that. This article will guide you through the process of erasing your SSD quickly and securely.
Samsung Magician update
Written on May 5, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenAre you seeing a popup asking to update your Samsung Magician software? Here you will find a guide for installing the latest update.
Updating your Intel SSD firmware
Written on April 15, 2017 by Chad WarmenhovenThis article describes the process of updating the Intel SSD Firmware using Intels Firmware Update Tool (FUT).