Hardware - December 2006

I am a novice when it comes to upgrading computers. I have opened up my desktop and there are two memory slots. One is filled with a 256mB Kingston ValueRAM (KVR333X64C25/256, 2.5V) and the other is empty.

I would like to upgrade my RAM. Should I just buy another 256mB of the same type or is it OK to order a different brand? I would ideally like to order from Maplin as I'm about to order a hard disk from them also and it would save on postage.

And is 512mB total even enough? Should I scrap the 256mB and buy two 512mB? I don't play games on the PC - but listen to music and watch streamlng video online.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

2006-12-31 03:07:21 · 4 answers · asked by ukjamesscott 1 in Desktops

2006-12-31 02:56:32 · 4 answers · asked by butterflylover 4 in Desktops

Recently my computer would not boot up correctly. Every time I try to start up, when it gets to where the login screen should be, a box pops up saying lsass.exe- Bad Image. In the box it says The application or DLL C:\WINDOWS\system32\NTDSAPI.dll is not a valid windows image. Please check this against your installation diskette. Any help would be appreciated because I'm pretty lost on what I should do. I've looked at some tech computer websites for tips, but I'm not really sure what a lot of what is on the sites mean. Thanks!

2006-12-31 02:54:27 · 8 answers · asked by bizzle 1 in Other - Hardware

2006-12-31 02:44:35 · 7 answers · asked by Zach C 1 in Other - Hardware

Refilled cartridge & machine will not accept.
Does machine recognize read the amt of ink used & quit it when limit is reached.?
Thanks

2006-12-31 02:42:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

Preferably Intel Core Duo

2006-12-31 02:38:49 · 6 answers · asked by DeZZy 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

Can a DVD rom drive read a DVD+R? I undertand that I don't have a DVD burner; however, it is a DVD rom drive and I was wondering if it can still be able to read the data on a DVD+R disc by using some kind of software.

2006-12-31 02:30:41 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

This morning when I turned on my PC I got a message telling me my HD is full. When I looked I found that it was. What can I do to get my space back? Please bare in mind that I am not to technically minded.

Thanks
Cowboy

2006-12-31 02:05:41 · 9 answers · asked by Cowboy 1 in Other - Hardware

Are there any benefits to getting a widescreen one for normal use as in using ms office etc, and browsing internet. I am looking at a 19" size...

2006-12-31 02:04:00 · 3 answers · asked by Richard G 1 in Monitors

i got a $130 gift card to walmart, and i was wondering if i should get a XFI system for use in BF2, BF2142, ghost recon, and a lot of my newer games, i was also wondering if it makes a large impact on the game performance, i got an AMD 3000+ socket A processor, 2.1 GHz, 1.5 gigs of ram, an ATI X800 sapphire GTO with 256 MB of ram, its AGP 8x, my motherboard is stock with from what i can tell, a VIA chipset, at least a lot of the larger chips on the board have VIA on them. it has onboard 5.1 and im using it up to the max with my logitech x530 sound system. i also have a SATA hard drive, and 3 PCI slots, not PCIe. im running pc3200 ram but the mainboard is set to pc2700, or atleast thats what shipped with the computer.

2006-12-31 02:02:33 · 2 answers · asked by Bob7k 3 in Desktops

what is the 1st thing to do when building a system???

2006-12-31 02:02:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2006-12-31 02:00:10 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

What are the pro's and con's of buying a high-end 5.1 speaker set compared to a low end one ?

Would it be worth an upgrade from a usb sound card (by Trust) to a PCI sound card ?

Would it be worth the upgrade from Trust 1600p 2.1 Speakers to Logitech 5.1 z-5500 would I notice a BIG difference ?

Anything else I should know when thinking about going for high end sound ?

2006-12-31 01:44:13 · 5 answers · asked by Roger 6 in Add-ons

I'm going to start building my own computer within this month, I know how to build, so on so forth, but just looking for your opinions on best hardware and products to buy. The machine is Mostly work & Internet but will be used for some gaming by my husband (F.E.A.R, WoW, etc.)Also mouse, Keyboard, Moniter etc.

In your opion what is the best motherboard, CPU, Video Cards,even case.

2006-12-31 01:42:39 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I am not very computer literate so in easy steps please!! How much memory would you recommend is needed for the average family of 4 (2 adults/2Kids) just really using it for games(Sims/Football manager/small childrens games) and the net

2006-12-31 01:39:52 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

In my PC, There is virus infection in c:\system volume information\_restore{34gt67-................}.
But I dont get this path from c:\ .
So How can I search this location.....
Thanks &
Happy New Year 2007

2006-12-31 01:29:55 · 3 answers · asked by mahesh k 1 in Desktops

I am looking for something that is USB / PC compatible. Plug & play style.

2006-12-31 01:28:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2006-12-31 01:20:57 · 9 answers · asked by andre h 1 in Add-ons

I know dell is an abvious choice but i wanted to know if anyone knows other shops / websites where i can find other brands??

And also has anyone found a cheap Intel core 2 duo SONY VAIO ????? i.e under £700 ???

2006-12-31 01:19:52 · 5 answers · asked by DeZZy 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-12-31 01:08:04 · 3 answers · asked by andre h 1 in Other - Hardware

I have an old laptop on which the Windows XP operating system has corrupted. I'm about to purchase a new laptop. How can I transfer the Microsoft Money Records onto the new one?

2006-12-31 00:51:47 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2006-12-31 00:50:04 · 3 answers · asked by devil_man_taz 1 in Printers

2006-12-31 00:41:47 · 8 answers · asked by andre h 1 in Other - Hardware

its a radeon 9250,258mb,128bit,my computure currentley works on amd semprom 1,600ghz do i need a more powerfull cpu?,or do ineed more mem on the catch i currentley have 2 / 256 ram - memory please can someone help.

2006-12-31 00:41:16 · 9 answers · asked by johnivors 1 in Add-ons

2006-12-31 00:37:36 · 12 answers · asked by devil_man_taz 1 in Printers

This is a custom built comp. Clean up to date 1500 RAM, XP. No junk in it, just all the basics. Tnks, Macemyster.............

2006-12-31 00:36:45 · 1 answers · asked by mace w 1 in Desktops

I have Windows 2000 now and need to install Windows XP. Will this work? BTW im locked out of my andministrator account on my dell laptop. That is the only account...
Go to this...
http://cgi.ebay.com/Dell-Reinstallation-CD-Microsoft-Windows-XP-Pro-SP2_W0QQitemZ200063193815QQihZ010QQcategoryZ41888QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

2006-12-31 00:29:30 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I have just installed the NVidia 6600GT 128Mb. When I start up games like Americas army and Medal of honour and try to move/walk the game crashes. Any help would be appreciated.

2006-12-31 00:23:31 · 5 answers · asked by Halox 3 in Add-ons

2006-12-31 00:14:09 · 6 answers · asked by bossmanham 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I am wiping my computer and selling it, but want to make sure that the internet banking details, and everything else I have put into it cannot be traced. Is there any software I can use to help?


Also in buying a new computer for £1000, what is the best computer I can buy (my current pc is a sony viao)

Thanks

2006-12-31 00:06:55 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops