Hardware - August 2006

2006-08-21 16:06:07 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I have tried Cannon web site.

2006-08-21 16:02:05 · 7 answers · asked by Andrew B 3 in Scanners

OK, this is a Dell Optiplex GX280. I got blue screen while my boss was trying to copy files onto my computer over the network today. Could be HDD crash. System was kept up-to-date with patches and virusScan updates. Virus seems doubtful, but of course is always possible. Too impatient (I know, I know) during memory dump--cold booted at about 31%. Now, when it boots I get "Windows NT could not start because the following file is missing or corrupt: Winnt_root\System32\Ntoskrnl.exe Please re-install a copy of the above file." I try boot floppy with ntldr, boot.ini, and ntdetect.exe on it. Same error. I try windows recovery process with install CD. It says there's no hard disks found. This system uses SATA...do Dell Optiplex GX280s need a driver for SATA for Windows 2000 Server install? Did that cold boot just trash the drive? If so, why doesn't the repair option work? Are the BSoD and the failed recovery indicative of "bad drive"? Is BartsPE worth trying? PLEASE HELP!!!

2006-08-21 16:01:52 · 2 answers · asked by sideshot72 3 in Desktops

Do DVD's have to be formatted? I bought some that matched my burner but it will not recognize that there is one in the burner. I put the one in that came with the burner and it burns just fine.

Do I need to take these back?

David

2006-08-21 15:56:45 · 5 answers · asked by LookenHard 1 in Other - Hardware

How to enable it from the BIOS ?

2006-08-21 15:45:43 · 2 answers · asked by Rohit Gupta 1 in Other - Hardware

A PCI POST card does POST diagonstic tests on a Desktop. It is inserted in a PCI slot. Anyone knows if there is an adapter whereby this PCI card can be used on a laptop/notebook?

2006-08-21 15:27:00 · 1 answers · asked by flandargo 5 in Add-ons

2006-08-21 15:25:38 · 1 answers · asked by nick h 1 in Other - Hardware

It is a new computer with incredible amounts of GB. I have barely
done any downloads so the hard drive should not be almost full?
When I try to do a disk defrag, I get the same information about the
hard drive (almost full).

2006-08-21 15:14:55 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Taking out a 150watt and installing a 400watt unit. The unit is ATX.

2006-08-21 15:09:55 · 8 answers · asked by Rich 1 in Desktops

I'm a college student looking to buy a reasonably priced Laptop to do homework on and surf the net, nothing fancy. Are the certain brands or certain features I should look for or avoid?

2006-08-21 15:08:12 · 7 answers · asked by peaceout125 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

anyone know how to reformat a dell 2400 ?

2006-08-21 15:07:09 · 8 answers · asked by nybx28 2 in Desktops

2006-08-21 14:25:18 · 6 answers · asked by leespiritwalker 2 in Desktops

its the wireless router you get when you get verizon fios

2006-08-21 14:21:37 · 1 answers · asked by gerfuls 2 in Other - Hardware

I know SATA runs at faster speed than the traditional PATA hard drives but is it that superior? Can you feel the difference like when booting up and saving when using PATA and SATA hard drives running same RPM?

2006-08-21 14:19:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2006-08-21 13:56:07 · 4 answers · asked by nicollevincent2003 1 in Other - Hardware

Also It says MSGINA.DLL could not be found please contact your admin to reastor the original dll

2006-08-21 13:15:54 · 4 answers · asked by blake_hanson_2005 2 in Desktops

where can i find a zip drive for an older computer or something to use with my new one that doesnt have a floppy so i can read this disc? thank you

2006-08-21 13:06:36 · 5 answers · asked by pitkorfam 1 in Other - Hardware

is it any good?

2006-08-21 13:04:57 · 6 answers · asked by Tiffany* 5 in Laptops & Notebooks

My PC is busted and I'm thinking of buying an Apple MacBook. I heard that PowerBooks have been discontinued.

I'm not looking for anything special but I would like a very good laptop so that I could do basic stuff like documents, watch DVDs, play some games and not have to worry about speed and memory.

Plus, I would like to buy from a company that has good customer service (I'm sick of Dell and I've heard Lenovo isn't good either).

Is Apple coming out with any more laptop models at the end of this year? Is it unreasonable to look for a laptop with 7200 rpm, is 5400 rpm good enough?

Any suggestions for any laptops from any company?

Thanks!!

2006-08-21 11:29:09 · 7 answers · asked by ABC 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

A blue screen comes up that says BAD_POOL_CALLER .I don't know what that means.If someone has any idea what that means and how I can fix it my self instead of going to geeks which charge an arm and a leg to help you fix it.I have all the disks that my comuter came with just in case I'll need them I really don't want to loose any info on my hard drive b-cause there is important info and I haven't backed anything up.I know I should of.Well to late now .If someone could please help me.And give me step by step instructions on how to fix it or what I should do.

2006-08-21 11:27:53 · 5 answers · asked by ballerinaninja 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

The paper light is right above the power light which is illuminated indicating the unit is on.

2006-08-21 11:23:53 · 8 answers · asked by hanamichellepinard 1 in Printers

The green lights come on but nothing happens. No monitor, no bios, nothing. Could this be a bad power supply?

2006-08-21 11:22:13 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I tried to install the Disc in my computer. The Wizard Shield said I need the product key word and I haven't got it.

What do I have to do?

Can anyone help?

2006-08-21 11:20:58 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

PC world told me today laptops should only be used on hard flat surfaces. Why call them LAPTOPS ???????
I love sitting in my living room with my laptop on my lap.

2006-08-21 11:12:33 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I am building a system with a computer case that has a Side Air duct for a fan on the side panel.

I usually do 1 fan blowing cool air from the front, and 2 fans blowing out the back (1 regular and 1 pci blower for the video card).
Since this case has a side fan air duct - should I use it? If so, blowing in or out.
I have heard many people blow air in onto the cpu- but wont this disrupt the air flow since the cpu is blowing out?
If I did use it, how many other fans would you use (don't want too many for noise reduction)?
The case I purchased is here:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16811180031
Thanks.

2006-08-21 11:09:39 · 8 answers · asked by accorn34 5 in Desktops

which is a better total value system, a fully loaded mac with the best possible settings or a very basic mac pro?

2006-08-21 10:52:43 · 4 answers · asked by asdfjkl; 2 in Desktops

my father in law wishes to buy a laptop but needs it delivering to spain

2006-08-21 10:03:44 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-08-21 09:51:43 · 28 answers · asked by phine 1 in Monitors

2006-08-21 09:42:50 · 8 answers · asked by Kisawanta 1 in Other - Hardware

need computer retail stores in Canada ? especially Ontario.

2006-08-21 09:35:06 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers