Hardware - January 2007

i have a logitech quickcam and the color and everything isnt set properly can someone please tell me what is the best setting so i can have a good quality video.

2007-01-14 05:29:01 · 5 answers · asked by theone_60626 1 in Add-ons

2007-01-14 05:23:30 · 3 answers · asked by ALTON W 1 in Scanners

When I am on net sights. Is there a way I can do it? I have 800x600 now and there is no adjustment to change that.(it is locked in). I also have the Font setting on the largest and it is still too small in the cases of grey letters.

2007-01-14 05:15:51 · 10 answers · asked by ButwhatdoIno? 6 in Monitors

On my laptop, I have a cd/dvd drive combo. It plays both cd's and dvd's properly. However, since I was promted to backup certain stuff on 7 cd's or 2 dvd's, I bought two blank dvd's to do this, but it will not write to either of the disks! It keeps on telling me to isert a blank disk and I checked out something and a message returned that the device is working properly. I don't think there is anything wrong with the dvd's. What's wrong?

2007-01-14 05:13:52 · 4 answers · asked by blessed 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

What speakers are really good, and do I need a special sound card? I just got a notebook and want to shake my fillings loose.

2007-01-14 05:11:16 · 7 answers · asked by roskez13 5 in Add-ons

2007-01-14 05:10:37 · 4 answers · asked by mbtafan 3 in Desktops

How might i upgrade my processor?

2007-01-14 05:05:39 · 18 answers · asked by revtobadblack 6 in Desktops

2007-01-14 05:04:02 · 8 answers · asked by rich08226 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I just got a new MacBook. A large picture frame fell on top of it and now the 13" lcd screen needs to be replaced! I took it to the Apple store and they said it would cost me around $1,000 to fix! Almost the price of the computer itself. Should I get it fixed somewhere else besides the "authorized" apple repair places? I'm so upset. :(

2007-01-14 05:02:19 · 6 answers · asked by ucantlope 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I got a new notebook and I don't want to mess it up like my desktop. Will it shut itself off, or does it cause harm to simply close it up in the middle of something?

2007-01-14 05:01:12 · 6 answers · asked by roskez13 5 in Laptops & Notebooks

Is there a way to check if this is functioning properly, eg. using the Control Panel or some such other location on my computer?? This was a free computer so cant complain too much.

2007-01-14 04:55:05 · 3 answers · asked by RON RON 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

When trying to remove "My Search Bar" from my computer, it won't allow it and locked it up , I need it to be gone, any suggestions?

2007-01-14 04:44:00 · 6 answers · asked by Kimela S 1 in Desktops

I have a dell inspiron 1501,

it has the amd sempron 3500+ processor =\

i have a shop close by me that sells the amd turion X2,
im looking to put an amd turion processor in to the slot where the old one was...

but i just want to know some things if possible?:

1. is it a job to be done by professionals?
2. can it be done without disrupting anything
3. will it make it faster
4. will i need to change the motherboard.

Thanks if you use your spare time to help me =)

2007-01-14 04:43:27 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Installing a new HD on my laptop but it's not seeing it, don't see anything in the bios about it, how can i get it to recognize the hard drive, any feedback much appreciated. thanks

2007-01-14 04:34:46 · 7 answers · asked by Moto 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

What is the average cost of electricity for a desktop for one month?

Using a 400 watt power supply, running 24 hours.

2007-01-14 04:32:07 · 5 answers · asked by NONAME 1 in Desktops

all it does is show me this (È for quotations È) and (é and à for both backslash and the other one the other way )

Please let me know how to fix this, because im writing an essay and its bugging me, also trying to play world of warcraft is very hard to talk to my quild members lol..

2007-01-14 04:30:02 · 4 answers · asked by GodWillSaveMe 2 in Other - Hardware

My Windows will not go to sleep or hibernate when i tell it to, what is up with that, can i fix it, if so how, if i cannot what can i do to make it work...

2007-01-14 04:26:48 · 4 answers · asked by Fritz J 3 in Other - Hardware

2007-01-14 04:22:50 · 3 answers · asked by Ted P 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Which company, in India>Mumbai, provides finance for desktop PC's?

2007-01-14 04:22:07 · 3 answers · asked by 3zzy 2 in Desktops

Whats the average "lifespan" of an Apple laptop because I'm thinking of getting a new one?

P.S.- I use an Apple iBook G4 that was bought in the year 2003 but it runs on Mac OS X Tiger (i updated the OS)

2007-01-14 04:20:43 · 3 answers · asked by xquadrophenia 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

My Windows XP computer randomly produces a series of rapid beeps followed by a single beep, repeatedly. The number of beeps in the series varies from 3-11, and this series repeats 8-12 times. It happens once every 1-3 weeks, on a random schedule. It seems like a software or hardware alarm, but I cannot figure out what's causing it.

2007-01-14 04:14:00 · 4 answers · asked by gh4507 1 in Desktops

Why don,t they show the laptop on this enternet. They show all the other ones.

2007-01-14 04:07:57 · 1 answers · asked by Blue eyes 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I tend to just switch on my computer when I use it then I switch it off. I always shut down properly though. However in the long run does switching your computer on for half an hour or less then off 2 times a day damage the computer. Thank you

2007-01-14 04:03:10 · 8 answers · asked by zooxat 1 in Desktops

Is there any other way to clean up my computer except under internet options and disc clean up & defrag?

2007-01-14 03:56:46 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

does it arm the laptop if you run it chargeing after it gets to 100% battery when you use the computer.

2007-01-14 03:51:31 · 2 answers · asked by janettehill185@btinternet.com 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

omg! I turned on my laptop this morning, and it was making a weird noise, and when it finally turned on, it was sorta flashing, like the screen was moving. ALL of the colors on my computer are inverted. They look lnothing like they did yesterday! The screen was white, and the little bar @ the bottom was blue....Now, the screen is black, the start menu is purple, and the little bar @ the bottom is orange!! I checked control panel to see if i had accidently turned theese crazy colors on or something, but it says my theme is classic blue & white!!
I take really good care of my laptop. Ive had it about a year & it has always worked excellent. Its an HP.


Can someone please help me or tell me how the heck to fix this?!?



Thanks

2007-01-14 03:38:58 · 4 answers · asked by <3 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-01-14 03:38:16 · 3 answers · asked by bearcatj2 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Does my computer have a built in wireless card? I bought wireless interent from bellsouth, not sure if I have a wireless card. I went to hp.com and typed in my model number( Hp Pavilion Ze 4500) and looked for its specs. got no real "answer"..i looked under my internet modems...and didnt see anything. There is a slot on the side of my computer that is ready for a card...does that mean i dont have one? and if so..where could I get one?

2007-01-14 03:33:42 · 4 answers · asked by leanna c 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Is not a virus , or spy ware , try to understand the below , i could use some help !!! I very good with computers , and this has me stumped ....
I have a dell dimension 8200 desktop . Files on hard drive open slow when connected to the internet , anyone know why ? files like photos, music, movies that are on the hard drive , and have nothing to do with the internet load slow . Understand when I am not connected to the Internet ( dsl cable ) the Pics , music , and videos open normal speed. Pics, music , and videos load fine when off the connection to DSL ( dsl unhooked ) when i hook up the dsl Pics, music , and videos load slow !!!
Note. temp files deleted , I freed up temp files in memeroy ... Is not a virus , or spy ware , Thanks if anyone gas a clue ..

2007-01-14 03:28:08 · 8 answers · asked by ron s 1 in Desktops

Is not a virus , or spy ware , try to understand the below , i could use some help !!! I very good with computers , and this has me stumped ....
I have a dell dimension 8200 desktop . Files on hard drive open slow when connected to the internet , anyone know why ? files like photos, music, movies that are on the hard drive , and have nothing to do with the internet load slow . Understand when I am not connected to the Internet ( dsl cable ) the Pics , music , and videos open normal speed. Pics, music , and videos load fine when off the connection to DSL ( dsl unhooked ) when i hook up the dsl Pics, music , and videos load slow !!!
Note. temp files deleted , I freed up temp files in memeroy ... Is not a virus , or spy ware , Thanks if anyone gas a clue ..

2007-01-14 03:27:06 · 7 answers · asked by ron s 1 in Other - Hardware