Hardware - November 2006

2006-11-28 05:43:36 · 14 answers · asked by Roger C 1 in Desktops

I'm looking to buy a laptop. I found this on Dell, I don't know the first thing about buying a computer. Is this a good deal and a good computer?

Inspiron E1505

$881
After Member Discount
Discount Details




System Features: <>
• Dual Core Processor
• 1 Year At-Home Service
Processor/Display
Intel® Core™ Duo T2050 (1.60GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 533MHz FSB)
Operating System (Office software not included)
Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005
Memory
1GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 533MHz, 2 Dimm
Wireless Networking Cards
Dell Wireless 1390b/g (54Mbps)
Anti-Virus/Security Suite (Pre-installed)
PC-cillin Internet Security: AntiVirus, Firewall, Spyware removal 15-months
Hard Drive
120GB 5400rpm SATA Hard Drive
Combo or DVD+RW Drive
8X CD/DVD Burner (DVD+/-RW) with double-layer2 DVD+R write capability
Hardware Warranty
1Yr Ltd Warranty3 and At-Home Service4

2006-11-28 05:43:34 · 7 answers · asked by Luv4DMB 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

a place in my computer to check the ram?

2006-11-28 05:31:34 · 4 answers · asked by geovy 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

operating systems related question.

2006-11-28 05:24:21 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

it appears a blue screen and is wrote there:error code 'nv4_disp',I think this is a problem with my video card's driver,could you give me a link where can I download from the best driver for an nvidia geforce 2, 64MB thanks

2006-11-28 05:20:24 · 7 answers · asked by just me 1 in Other - Hardware

I thought it was the power supply, so I installed a new power supply last week, then that didn't work. I then had a geek friend clean out and put thermal stuff on the cpu - he was thinking that could be the problem. That did the trick for a few days, but then I noticed that the clock and date are wrong when starting up again. Then it did it again - shut off right after the long continuous beep alarm sounds until I unplug it or turn of the rocker switch at the back of the power supppy. What else could be the problem? And how do I check it without spending tons of money on a service call?

2006-11-28 05:18:18 · 14 answers · asked by mrschrisc 2 in Desktops

For the past few weeks, my dell laptop has been running on the battery power, even though I have it plugged in to my adapter. I usually don't notice it until I get a pop up message from my computer telling me to change the power source. The battery will usually start charging when I change outlets. Now, all of a sudden last week, I can't charge the battery at all with the adapter. I plug it into an outlet, and it won't charge. My battery is dead dead dead. I am thinking it is the adapter, the little green indicator light won't even light up.

I ordered a new adapter from Dell this morning...

Any ideas or input?

FYI - it is a Dell XPS M140 - less than one year old

2006-11-28 05:08:41 · 2 answers · asked by JillA 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

I've never had problems before it just started happening today. I'm typing my term paper and all I have opened is Microsoft word, internet, and itunes. All of a sudden the screen would turn blue with all these number and configuration...like the one that pops-up when something is wrong...you only see it for 1 second and then the pc would just restart. When I reopen, a message stating the the pc has recovered from serious a problem would pop-out and asks me if i want to send a report to microsoft. When I send it, I get a summary that it has something to do with a device driver. Anybody can help??

2006-11-28 04:52:50 · 9 answers · asked by Clumsy 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

I am looking for an Nvidea 32 or 64 Meg video card, have windows ME, if that matters...looking for a site to purchase this from that is reputable...

2006-11-28 04:52:48 · 3 answers · asked by sailfido 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

and sometimes have to turn it off and reboot 3-4 times to get it to start.It is this way on battery as well as AC power.It has MS office , Windows XP ...but little else on it... (no games, music etc...and even very few files)...so there is lots of room left...
Even after it boots ,the cursor often freezes (with keyboard mouse as well as external wireless) and even sometimes when you type ...the letters will not show up for a few minutes....When I start it has about 37 or 38 processes running...and says has lots left..any ideas of what is wrong...is it worthwhile to get someone to look at it...is it an expensive fix? Thanks

2006-11-28 04:52:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Anyone know where I can get a relatively cheap iMac in the UK?

Needs to have above-avg specs, as I need it for professional music recording and post production. Online shopping a plus.
Preferably not a 17" - larger would be nicer...

2006-11-28 04:51:30 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

my monitor's display is giving a lot blue of somehow. the colors are really bad, and kind of bluewish. i just bought the monitor and and tried to change the colors through the monitor it didnt work. i have another monitor hooked up to the same tower and it is not giving me any problems so it's not the VGA. and i dont think there is a problem with the monitor since its new. is it possible for it to be the monitor cables? or what could be the problem?

2006-11-28 04:50:25 · 4 answers · asked by Jack 2 in Monitors

2006-11-28 04:45:01 · 8 answers · asked by (Vicki) 2 in Other - Hardware

2006-11-28 04:42:53 · 5 answers · asked by Laura P 1 in Add-ons

2006-11-28 04:41:10 · 4 answers · asked by Mr S 1 in Add-ons

2006-11-28 04:41:09 · 6 answers · asked by La Belle 2 in Monitors

2006-11-28 04:32:42 · 6 answers · asked by mausi 1 in Desktops

2006-11-28 04:27:22 · 4 answers · asked by Erwin B 1 in Add-ons

Hi, I had bought SONY DVD combo drive 2 months back. Since then I never tried to see any movie or read any of the DVD packed with Magazines, on this drive. Today when i tried to read one DVD movie, it doesn't show any content in it.

Is there anything i am missing to load on my system. I am using pentium 4 1.8 Mhz, 256MB ram.

I once read one DVD with photographs and cliparts. You know the clipart gallery DVD.

Please HELP !!

2006-11-28 04:24:27 · 4 answers · asked by Rocks 1 in Desktops

anyone know a good site that gives away free laptops ?

2006-11-28 04:12:34 · 14 answers · asked by hector s 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-11-28 04:11:15 · 2 answers · asked by cincy12.ohio 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Right, just out of interest, with GMOD 10 coming out tomorrow, will my new pc with a hp pavilion with

3.4 ghz dual core intel
300gb hard drive
2048 mb ram
multi dvd rewriter with lightscribe
geforce 7600gs 512mb dvi
9 in 1 card reader
7.1 audio
19" flat panel monitor
xp home edition

will this run gmod good?? Will it support hdr, etc??

2006-11-28 04:04:36 · 2 answers · asked by rkB 2 in Desktops

I have heard that certain things can ruin it, so I am just wondering how ya'll do it.

2006-11-28 04:04:27 · 9 answers · asked by Kaylin 4 in Monitors

i want to take either my cd-rom out and replace it with the DVD+/-RW+/-R, or my existing cd-rw drive. can i do that with out messing up anything? i have a dell dimension 3000

2006-11-28 03:58:17 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2006-11-28 03:54:36 · 2 answers · asked by Sandeep M Bhupendranath 1 in Desktops

I'm getting a laptop for Christmas and I need a wireless internet connection. What do I need installed on the laptop and what type of wireless router do I need? It's a customizable Compaq Presario V3000Z series. (I've always used Compaq, works fine for me.) So can you PLEASE help?

2006-11-28 03:39:53 · 6 answers · asked by KMChickk 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

i am looking for a computer for my home, not a lap top. the problem is, there are so many types. The sales people are jus trying to sell me the most expensive. From experience which would you recomend? dell? macintosh? hp? gateway? ect.

2006-11-28 03:34:45 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Okay so here goes, my pc (laptop) would shut down, sometimes blue screen. I in turn decided to start fresh and reinstall my OS and apps from the disks that came with my system. Was working fine for a while then began to encounter issues (blue screen). I did a system scan and the result suggested I download an update from microsoft KB..for blue screen. pc shut down again. When I decided to do another reinstall I deleted the partition and reinstalled the OS using the partition space. Does the disks that come with the system include everything on the original system configured partition ? I'm thinking that the original partition may have contained additional info. I do not do much downloading and there does not appear to be any viruses. I think it is more so configuration issues, possible registry, not sure. How do I get my default configuration back without having to send it out to the manufacturer to have it reconfigured to its original state. Thanks..

2006-11-28 03:33:40 · 3 answers · asked by question 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-11-28 03:03:39 · 4 answers · asked by leoleo 1 in Desktops

i am using a Nvidia GeForce4 Ti 4200 graphics card with the latest drivers that support hdtv to my tv that is able to display 1080i as i also run my xbox 360 on it at 1080. it is linked via a dvi to hdmi cable. it is only running at 720p. the screen just goes all liney and faded and out of proportion etc? please help. thank you.

2006-11-28 03:00:15 · 4 answers · asked by Dev 1 in Monitors