Hardware - November 2006

What are the security advantages and disadvantages?

2006-11-27 14:45:34 · 8 answers · asked by Christina 2 in Desktops

I know there is software out there but i'm broke and don't wanna have to pay for it. :)

2006-11-27 14:43:22 · 4 answers · asked by nzguy 2 in Other - Hardware

I tried Svideo but its not as clear as i would like it. Is a VGA port better for TV's or should i still try to work with the Svideo?

Thanks

2006-11-27 14:39:47 · 3 answers · asked by djnate44 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-11-27 14:39:03 · 4 answers · asked by glen b 1 in Other - Hardware

well i have a silicon pc as my other computer and it does not have any internet access so now i have to transfer stuff from my compaq to the silicon and i need to know how to get it specificly for the opeirating machine called silicon graphics 320 with 1gig but i am afraid that i may have to buy some stuff for such an old system thats running windows nt and see if i can get fedora or ubuntu on my machine that would be great. ok hope i can get help

2006-11-27 14:04:56 · 2 answers · asked by gleen15 1 in Add-ons

i have been told that you can only get them from Dell? is this true?? can i go to best buy and get them?? Please help.

2006-11-27 14:02:30 · 3 answers · asked by ed w 1 in Printers

The original 10.2 gb IDE hard drive has failed. The original OS is Win 98 SE. Other specs are 500mH processor and max RAM 384 M (128 x 3).

2006-11-27 13:59:32 · 7 answers · asked by Inquiring Mind 19 3 in Desktops

what is a video cable?.....and can a video board be put into a laptop without having to buy a new motherboard? yeah i know, i'm kinda confused :/ lol, i'm not a computer person. thanks! blessed be, Val

2006-11-27 13:54:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2006-11-27 13:47:59 · 21 answers · asked by Charles W 1 in Other - Hardware

Yes im trying to change my ink for my printer, can someone tell me where do i find the replacement button so the cartridge can move to the center and then i can take it out. I have an epson Photo 820

2006-11-27 13:27:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

whenever you print something the printing properties are always on color and standard. is there a way to change the defaults to whatever you want, so i dont have to keep going into properties everytime, cause i mostly print in B/W. i tried making a profile but that doesnt change the defaults. thanks

2006-11-27 13:05:12 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

I have a full sized canine shoulder x-ray (approximately 15 X 18 inches) and I would like to make a digital image of the film for a power point slide. I am aware of special software and scanners on the market for this purpose, but do not plan making these types of images regularly. Is there a way to make an accurate image with a more standard scanner or can digital images be produced at common office service center such as FedEx-Kinko's or some other commonly accessible service center?

2006-11-27 12:57:52 · 2 answers · asked by SDTerp 5 in Scanners

I want to make a vga to component cable, to connect my computer to my tv.

2006-11-27 12:54:28 · 1 answers · asked by mac 1 in Desktops

i want to connect my PC to internet through a mobile....plz tell which handset will provide the best speed...in cost between 5000 to 10000....plz help

2006-11-27 12:53:55 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

all i have is the installation disc.can someone please tell me in laymans terms how to operate the scanner?is their a website where i could print the instructions out or a link?

2006-11-27 12:49:15 · 5 answers · asked by reginald h 1 in Scanners

when i switch on, there is a long time (5 minutes) delay before the computer responds to commands. The hard drive is doing a lot of 'clicking'. Once it stops clicking, then there is no problem with performance. What's going on?

2006-11-27 12:46:24 · 8 answers · asked by johnmooresafc 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have defragmented, preformed a disk cleanup, error check, increased virtual memory and I don't know what else to do. The internet opens slow, so does the itunes and lots of other programs. My startup for my computer is fast because i recently took things off the startup. Any suggestions?

2006-11-27 12:45:34 · 3 answers · asked by mhk6693 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-11-27 12:34:08 · 9 answers · asked by Jez 4 in Desktops

i dont know what to do i restored my computer now my speakers wont work.

2006-11-27 12:30:15 · 13 answers · asked by pretty 1 in Desktops

Which operating system do you prefer?

2006-11-27 12:28:53 · 10 answers · asked by SunFun 5 in Desktops

Do all Video Cards Fit all Computers

2006-11-27 12:24:34 · 6 answers · asked by Techman2 4 in Add-ons

2006-11-27 11:55:45 · 2 answers · asked by Mr B 2 in Other - Hardware

I want to buy one that does the basics, but isnt crappy.
I am on a tight budget.

Suggestions? Experiences? help.

2006-11-27 11:46:08 · 3 answers · asked by mendoncadam 2 in Add-ons

Hi. I dropped my laptop (Dell 700m) and when I tried to turn it on, it wouldn't turn on. I plugged in the AC adapter and it turned on, but when it starts up, it always says that the battery can not be identified and i have to press F2 to continue.

Does anyone know if this problem is in the laptop itself or if its in the battery? Will getting a new battery solve the problem?

Thanks.

2006-11-27 11:36:28 · 5 answers · asked by henson o 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

The fan inside my computer the one on the board itself what is this called and cna I do anything to make it more quiter or is it easier to get a new one it has a white lever at the top and bottom of it can I take it out to clean it and is it safe to do so and how would you go about taking it off.

2006-11-27 11:31:08 · 10 answers · asked by jimmyjock 2 in Desktops

Anybody now a good site to find motherboard manuals. All I know is it is a PC Chips motherboard, version 1.2A, P4 1.4MHZ, socket 478 with 5 PCI slots, 2 DDR 2.5 volt RAM slots, and 2 3.3volt DIMM slots. I can't find the model number anywhere. Help I need the manual and drivers. The serial number is D44KE14607820.

2006-11-27 11:29:16 · 2 answers · asked by derk3211 1 in Other - Hardware

Computer and printer are connected. Message says printer not connected. Took apart and reconnected. Nothing happens each time. Changed usb cable, disconnected power cord. What am I doing wrong. I have Windows XP and this printer is supposed to be compatable.

2006-11-27 11:25:31 · 4 answers · asked by baty666@sbcglobal.net 1 in Printers

i found this old desktop. i could tell it was a "homeade" computer to begin with. but who ever left it behind wanted to be smart and dissamble all the wires from the mother board so i went ahead and took everything out of the tower unit. now i have all the parts out. i think i have everything but im not sure i could send you pictures if you can help. but what im looking for is a diagram or something to tell me where everything goes into the motherboard. i know quite a bit abit about computers but not that much! please help me if you can!!! email me @ zsweet36

2006-11-27 11:22:45 · 1 answers · asked by zachary.sweet 2 in Other - Hardware

I know vista is about to release on the 30 of Jan 2007. I want to know if computer @ costco after the release date have preinstall laptops or will they keep selling old 1 and give those Express Vista.

2006-11-27 11:22:38 · 2 answers · asked by Best Helper 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

i went to turn on my computer and it would not turn on i looked in the back and the light wasn't on for the PSU. so i took of the power cord going to the PSU than opened the case than removed the 20 pin motherboard plug than plugged the PSU back in and the light was on.than after unplugging the PSU again i took the 20 pin and put it back on and plugged the PSU back in and the light went off again.

2006-11-27 11:05:30 · 6 answers · asked by U can't B like me 5 in Desktops