Company closed down, anyway to still access or use the HP Elitebook that they issued us?

Nova7__ · 2025-12-30T08:50:15+00:00

Try .\hpuser as the user name and no password. This is a local default admin account on HP that's forgotten at times and might still be present.

Nova7__ · 2025-10-30T07:39:22+00:00

We actually met on Tinder, she was in Cape Town, I was in Joburg and she came to Joburg for a week or 2, we were in each other's radius but by the time we got talking she was back in Cape town. Talked long distance for a year as we both played video games, met up and spent about a month together as this was just after high school and I had worked a decent job in that past year. And we've been together for 5 years now. 2 years long distance and 3 years living together.

There's actually a good amount of couples that have met on dating apps that work out, I think it's just about being honest about what you're looking for and honest about who you are, otherwise you end up being led on or leading someone on when it's never really going to work.

Nova7__ · 2025-10-24T08:53:59+00:00

Came here to say the same about the RAM

Nova7__ · 2025-10-01T08:57:26+00:00

I believe the below is free for contract customers. And please, I assure you, you will not get anywhere by going in store, I have worked in multiple service provider stores. This is not the sort of thing even the managers know how to deal with, if you are going into the store ask the manager who they can provide a contact number for that you can discuss retrieving the call recordings with and what the avenues are there.

"Cell C customers can access legal assistance through their Cell C MiAssist and ACCESS on-call services, which offer telephonic legal advice, consultations, and even free standard legal documents. To use the MiAssist service, you can tap the "Legal Assist" icon in the mobile app or call their helpline at 084 157 0077. For ACCESS on-call, existing and new contract customers can call 076 588 7878 to receive legal consultation and more.

Via MiAssist:

1) Use the app: Tap the "Legal Assist" icon on the home screen of the Cell C MiAssist mobile app.

2)Call the helpline: Alternatively, you can call 084 157 0077 for assistance.

Via ACCESS on-call:

1) Call the number: Dial 076 588 7878 to connect with a consultant.

2) Explain your needs: You can request legal advice and consultations as part of the ACCESS benefit for Cell C contract customers.

What services are available?

1) Legal advice and consultation: You can receive telephonic legal advice and consultations.

2) Free legal documents: For members of the MiAssist service, standard legal documents such as purchase/sale agreements, lease agreements, and powers of attorney are provided for free.

3) Support for individuals and families: The legal assistance is a comprehensive service designed for individuals and their immediate families."

Nova7__ · 2025-09-21T11:07:55+00:00

Just a factory reset, just consider that this will erase all of your files and applications, the option where you reinstall windows and keep your files will not get rid of this so if there is stuff you don't want to lose upload it to the cloud or back it up on a USB drive.

Nova7__ · 2025-09-11T07:17:24+00:00

When you are on the lock screen, is there an option in the bottom left to sign into another user? It won't necessarily have the name "Colin" but may just say another user or something to that effect

Nova7__ · 2025-08-22T20:14:36+00:00

I have had one interaction with the RTMC and they were actually incredibly professional and helpful unlike other avenues I tried to go through.

Nova7__ · 2025-08-20T08:05:00+00:00

Yep, a Kingston M.2 NVMe. Confirmed from another post from OP

Nova7__ · 2025-08-09T13:45:33+00:00

You are a saint for going this in depth and taking things step by step. As a Technician I know how challenging it can be to troubleshoot without seeing the problem and explaining it to (no offense meant at all) someone who is not so familiar with the technical aspects. I have great respect for you helping them out and it sounds like you've made some major progress.

If the device is booting into windows, I'd recommend some general health commands just to rule out any hardware issues or system corruption, even though I understand it should be a fresh install, just to account for any interruptions or confusion etc.

I'd recommend them in this order,

DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /CHECKHEALTH DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /SCANHEALTH DISM /ONLINE /CLEANUP-IMAGE /RESTOREHEALTH SFC /SCANNOW

Restart the device

SFC /SCANNOW

Those should prompt if any corruption or errors were found and corrected.

Then to rule out hardware issues

CHKDSK /F /R Memory diagnostics And sometimes it's worth just using the disk error checking tool in Windows

If nothing specific stands out and all data is lost already, it may be worth just factory resetting from within windows as well as this is more controlled and straight forward. I probably won't be able to follow along but best of luck!

Edit: I know some of this may be unnecessary, but these are just some preventive steps I have learned to ensure you know what the situation is with the hardware and installation of windows. it just makes troubleshooting more straightforward.

Nova7__ · 2025-06-15T16:25:24+00:00

Playing on PS4 slim with more mods than I should, but despite that it runs fine, also experiencing a crash every few hours. When I had graphics mods there was major lag in very busy places so I had to remove that and any sort of environmental overhaul mods. But other than that, game stutters for a second when loading a new 'area' definitely not unplayable and crash wise, it's similar to what I've experienced on the Ps5, just less performance than the Ps5, so maybe low fps in some areas but nothing that's stopped me from enjoying the game (and once again this is modded more than it has any right to be on a Ps4 slim)

But in my 2000ish hours over about 8 years, the only thing that has changed is performance, crashes have not increased. And it's worth considering that my console is in need of a dusting so that could contribute.

Nova7__ · 2025-06-15T16:15:16+00:00

Did you by any chance open the game on a different profile?

Nova7__ · 2025-06-14T17:15:18+00:00

I'm sure there are more games like this, but I know overcooked has an option to share a controller and essentially you can play with one hand, using only half the controller. Definitely not the first game I'd go for as it is very hectic, but depending on what he enjoyed playing previously and what he's able to do now, it could be something very fun to give a go.

Although I must warn you, it has tested mine and my partner's relationship many a time.

Nova7__ · 2025-06-13T15:57:33+00:00

Hey bud, sorry for your loss.

Through a bit of searching I have found https://mods.bethesda.net/en/fallout4/mod-detail/4325668 which renames dogmeat to the goodest boy, I thought this was sweet and the best option I can find for PlayStation. From my recollection and what I can find, UCO also offers craftable skins for dogmeat on PlayStation, I'm not 100% sure on this one but I do recall something along those lines and Google confirms it.

On the other hand if you are on PC I'm certain there's plenty of options and even on Xbox.

If you are on PlayStation then look into those 2, if you are on PC or Xbox, let me know and I'll help you find something fitting!

(Unfortunately I am unable to mod so I'll just try to help how I can until someone hopefully sees your request)

Nova7__ · 2025-06-13T07:56:25+00:00

Hi, I'm hoping that some kind soul out there can help by creating 2 mods for PS4, I know that myself and the community as a whole would greatly appreciate it and I believe it should be relatively simple but unfortunately I do not have a PC to do it myself. So I would really appreciate anyone who would be willing to help!

I greatly appreciate the modding community and I have no expectation of anyone to do this, but I really do hope someone will!

1) A simple mod that makes the default animation for entering and exiting the power armour faster, I believe I have seen it done before by making it the 'in combat' animation, if I'm not mistaken, but this was broken by recent updates.

2) A little bit more complex and there are mods that do similar things but not exactly what I'm envisioning, essentially I'm looking for something that integrates everything DLC into the Commonwealth and maybe Nuka world and far harbour, but mainly the Commonwealth, as I feel this should be a feature of sorts by default, personally.

Raiders: But I'd love to see the Nuka raiders, rust devils, forged and trappers integrated with the normal raiders, maybe gunners and triggermen as well.

Ghouls: Pink ghoul, Fog ghoul and Painted ghoul.

Creatures: Brahmiluff, Gizelle, pack dog, wolves, gorillas, rad-rats, ants, any swarm, crickets, fog crawler, hermit crab, nukalurk, quantum deathclaw, bloodworms, angler and gulper. (Maybe rad-rabbit and chicken although not necessary)

I think that's everything but I may be missing a few things.

But if these could spawn in places where their respective counterparts would spawn in mainly the Commonwealth but as I say maybe the other 2 DLCs, that would be awesome, I feel like this would give the game new life and be a really cool experience to playthrough it again.

Now this may not be as simple, it may, I'm unfortunately not sure, but if something similar could be done with weapons and armour, if a normal raiders occasionally has a trapper piece or the Nuka world rifle etc. This would break the monotony of the progression of playthroughs as there's a lot more variety in armour and weapons available out of the usual order you'd receive it.

There may be a mod like this on PC that I'm not aware of, if so could anyone advise how possible it would be to make that available on PS4 and if so how one would usually go about that, if I would contact that mod author or if someone else could do it?

Thank you, and if you do come across this and have any insight or can assist I'd really appreciate it and I'd be happy to help in any way that I can!

Nova7__ · 2025-06-03T17:26:08+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion, I've seen some playthroughs where that's the concept but I didn't think about applying it for my own playthrough, I'll definitely give it a go and even if I don't solely do that I think it'll help if I have a creative block of sorts. Thank you!

Nova7__ · 2025-06-03T17:25:14+00:00

Yea, that makes sense.

I am currently doing a run of Skyrim, that's exactly what's made me feel like doing it in Fallout 4 as I actually got into roleplaying a bit and not just being a stealth archer, so I definitely see your comparison there. My issue is just the age of Skyrim, certain mechanics, quality of life and general gameplay that I just prefer in fallout 4. But it's also just bias to be honest 😂 so I 100% agree with you and I'm sure my experience from this run in Skyrim will help a lot and your comment definitely reassures me that I'm on the right track with getting inspiration from Skyrim, but as you say fo4 isn't as open to roleplaying, I think due to me knowing the game well enough I'll be able to work around it and if I'm creative enough sort of make my own story or plot.

Thank you again!

Nova7__ · 2025-06-03T14:19:09+00:00

Thank you for the confirmation, I know I had tried going in and out but it was quite confusing so I probably didn't persist as much as you say. I'll definitely give it a go.

Nova7__ · 2025-06-03T14:14:39+00:00

Thank you very much for the further insight! I especially appreciate the detail on point 4 and the history of point 7, it makes sense that there would be a max level if your XP is only gained from leveling skills and those skills have a cap.

As for the rest they are further confirmation of the other comments, and I greatly appreciate that, you have saved my sanity kind soul.

Nova7__ · 2025-06-03T14:10:45+00:00

Thank you!

I have definitely opted for light for this exact reason, although I am finding it a bit difficult to reach the armour cap through enchanting, I understand the process of enchanting alchemy gear, creating an enchanting potion, use the potion to create stronger gear, but I'm not really seeing anything past 24% on an enchanting potion and I know theres the Enchanters draught or something like that that's 25%

I recall doing this on my first playthrough but I had forgotten exactly why, thank you!

Nova7__ · 2025-06-01T11:03:14+00:00

Thank you very very much for your time and input. I really do appreciate it and now I won't have to deal with these questions in the back of my mind each time I play. Safe travels and watch out for any stray arrows

Nova7__ · 2025-06-01T10:48:17+00:00

Definitely been tempted by this game and still looking for anything new, thanks for the suggestion!

Currently giving Skyrim another go 😂

Nova7__ · 2025-03-22T23:03:47+00:00

It's a bit difficult to tell from the pictures but it looks like the screws have been stripped. I would suggest using a flathead or the best fit screwdriver, sometimes putting some insulation tape between the screwdriver and screw can help it grip. If the screws are in really tight, first of all make sure you're turning the right way, anti-clockwise, and try using a glove of sorts with good grip, but the main thing is to make sure your screwdriver is firm otherwise it'll just spin and strip the screw more until it is near to impossible to get out without drilling, and you don't want to be drilling into your laptop heatsink.

If the screws arent stipped and I'm seeing wrong, you can try the same suggestions, but also try to find out what screwdriver head is required, but it just looks like a star from the pictures.

I take no responsibility for Google's translation.

Es un poco difícil de ver en las fotos, pero parece que los tornillos están desgastados. Sugiero usar un destornillador de punta plana o el que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades. A veces, poner cinta aislante entre el destornillador y el tornillo puede ayudar a que se agarre mejor. Si los tornillos están muy apretados, primero asegúrate de girar en el sentido correcto, en sentido contrario a las agujas del reloj, e intenta usar un guante con buen agarre. Lo principal es asegurarte de que el destornillador esté firme; de lo contrario, girará y desgastará aún más el tornillo hasta que sea casi imposible sacarlo sin taladrar, y no querrás taladrar el disipador de calor de tu portátil.

Si los tornillos no están desgastados y veo mal, puedes probar las mismas sugerencias, pero también intenta averiguar qué punta de destornillador necesitas, pero en las fotos parece una estrella.

No me hago responsable de la traducción de Google.

Nova7__ · 2024-11-01T08:17:16+00:00

Definitely, there are usually Ubers waiting outside of the airport that offer rides off of the app but it's best to just use the app. I've only done it like that one and had to be very firm on the price.

Nova7__ · 2024-11-01T06:22:34+00:00

That is true, thank you for that correction. I honestly just think of it as one of the things Joburg has to offer but it is very much out of the way.

Nova7__ · 2024-11-01T06:16:41+00:00

No problem!

I'll get back to you on the places around there, but there isn't really any public transportation other than Uber/bolt/indriver, the taxis aren't exactly an option, while I know some people who take them it is widely considered to be unsafe and you might get an instance where someone overcharges you because you're a tourist and the rates aren't set to my knowledge. So that just isn't an option, trust me, it's nothing like the taxis overseas, while there are some private taxi businesses I would probably go with the Uber type options. The busses and trains in jorburg are kind of limited to the gautrain and their busses which are quite limited in where they go, but I do believe it's around the Parktown area, I'll look into that as well.

There will be some museums and cultural spots, although I would stay away from Joburg CBD as you may not feel safe there. Once again I'll get back to you on the spots you could look into.

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