Hardware - February 2007

I want to reformat, do I need to take out my upgraded video card first? What about my extra RAM?

2007-02-08 03:19:28 · 8 answers · asked by dark matter 3 in Desktops

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=999966900050004&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat103700050050&id=pcmprd66900050004

Thanks AloT!!!

2007-02-08 03:13:38 · 5 answers · asked by Ben L 2 in Desktops

2007-02-08 03:13:04 · 4 answers · asked by Brett 3 in Monitors

it starts up goes as far as the log on to windows screen, then turns itself off. i have also noticed that the comp seems to be naking a buzzing sound. my pc is almost always ion do you think it could be overused? also i have no insurance, so really do not want to have it checked cos i have little money. any ideas?

2007-02-08 03:12:18 · 6 answers · asked by raggyann 3 in Desktops

I think I spilled some crumbs on it and the keys keep getting stuck. Is there a way to lift off the keys gently and put them back on or do I need to buy keyboard cleaner? I haven't a clue.

2007-02-08 03:06:22 · 12 answers · asked by sunnyd_137 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

Please tell me if you see anything that doesn't look right, or an item that isn't exactly the best quality. I basically want to have a blazing fast (good at multi-tasking) new computer. Also, I'd like it to be able to run most any recent game at high quality with no troubles. In other words, I'm tired of playing Starcraft because it's the only thing that runs.

I'm getting this from www.buyxg.com because their price point is very good for what I'm looking to get.

I'll probably have to stretch this out on a couple added details, so patience.

# *BASE_PRICE: [+599]
# CAS: HOT NEW! X-Discovery Mid-Tower Case 420W W/ WINDOW & LCD Temperature Display [+20] (Black Color)
# CASUPGRADE: 12in COLD CATHODE NEON LIGHT [+10] (BLUE COLOR)
# CPU: (Sckt775)Intel® Core™ 2 Duo E6600 CPU @ 2.4GHz 1066FSB 2x2MB L2 Cache EM64T [+140]
# CD: LiteOn LH-20A1H 20X Double Layer DVD+-RW Super Allwrite + Lightscribe Technology [+17] (Black Color)

2007-02-08 02:53:52 · 5 answers · asked by Lacinda 1 in Desktops

Every dvd that I've tried to copy into my pc, I get a message saying that it can't copy because it's copyright protected. I use Nero.

2007-02-08 02:51:27 · 10 answers · asked by Ronnie D 1 in Other - Hardware

It's Currently running at 100 MHz, and I know it will run at 133 MHz, I just can't figure out how to do it. The Bios won't let me change it, and I don't know enough about the board to start moving jumpers.

2007-02-08 02:47:59 · 1 answers · asked by ? 1 in Other - Hardware

I am looking for a layout for myspace I found one that had nice color and a pacman game.
I copy and paste a code,I did not know where to put it so I went to profile and click on search machine.
Now there is no game and no layout but 3 icons,1 for add me,2.- for block me,3.- rank user I do not want that but can not erase those icons.
This is what i paste...hope u can help.

Games Provided By MyspaceAid.com

I want an easy way to delete it and an easy page for layouts..
thank you

2007-02-08 02:47:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Thanks for your help!

2007-02-08 02:46:29 · 2 answers · asked by Eileen D 2 in Monitors

Hi All,
When I connect my monitor with my computer the monitor's green light is blinking but I don't see any display. When I disconnect my monitor, the monitor shows no singnal found(which is ok)
I connected the monitor to my laptop, it works great(Which tell me that the monitor is good)
I changed my hard disk, video card, power system but no change.
Still have the same problem monitor blinking green light with no display.

I have an AMD with AGP video card.

The same setup was working for 2 years and I don't know the reason why one day it started showing this problem.

Please help!! Thanks for your help!!

2007-02-08 02:41:23 · 4 answers · asked by kumark 2 in Monitors

There are Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Extreme and Core 2 Quad, which series has the best processor so far?

2007-02-08 02:40:19 · 3 answers · asked by Brian S 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-02-08 02:35:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I have an old and new laptop but now I have a problem how to move my files in my new laptop. Any answer? Thanks.

2007-02-08 02:29:51 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I let it sit overnight, and the progress band had moved only slightly. I have XP with a HP 3300Gig 1000MB 160GB Harddrive.

2007-02-08 02:13:50 · 2 answers · asked by Dutch 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

I need help. I am technologically challenged, so please try to answer in english. I just bought the computer (emachine.) It has windows vista. It will not let me install the printer (HP Photosmart C3180 All-in-one) At one point I did have it hooked up and printing, but it wouldn't scan. What do I do?

2007-02-08 02:13:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

Here's the situation: my laptop won't boot and can't be fixed by checkdisk. But, when I use a boot disk to load DOS, it can still read most of the drive. So, I want to move my data off. I own the laptop, and can take it apart or remove pieces at will (and have). I do not own a desktop, though I do have access to one, so I'd preffer any sollution be "non-invasive" on the desktop end (hence the 2.5 HDD adaptor is out). Does anybody know of a way I can pull this off?

2007-02-08 02:05:35 · 7 answers · asked by Joseph 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

is there a way to check this on your pc.

2007-02-08 02:03:08 · 8 answers · asked by imdachef2003 2 in Desktops

2007-02-08 01:52:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

this is how far i have gotten........right click on My Computer and go to Properties...then go to the Hardware tab...then device manager. Go to "display adapters" and find your video.........but i cant seem to find "display adapters" so i can find my video card.

could it be under something other than display adapters?

2007-02-08 01:51:44 · 3 answers · asked by ? 3 in Add-ons

i am thinking of buying a "Gatteway" laptop but dont know much about them, are they any good?

2007-02-08 01:50:41 · 6 answers · asked by zbfinlove 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I want to make sure the computer can handle Vista as well as some of the more recent games. I have been counseled that not all brands of vid cards will fit on the motherboard. Has anyone found this to be true?

2007-02-08 01:49:33 · 3 answers · asked by jgcii 4 in Add-ons

this is how far i have gotten........right click on My Computer and go to Properties...then go to the Hardware tab...then device manager. Go to "display adapters" and find your video.........but i cant seem to find "display adapters" so i can find my video card.

could it be under something other than display adapters?

2007-02-08 01:48:52 · 4 answers · asked by ? 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

I would like to make a radio station, and I have an internal sound card. What do I NEED TO DO IN ORDER TO MAKE MY OWN RADIO STATION ON THE WEB? I do have an internatl sound card but no one has told me what I need to do next! Please help. thanks

2007-02-08 01:43:07 · 2 answers · asked by star d 1 in Add-ons

How hard are they to install. Are they complicated to use?

2007-02-08 01:27:43 · 4 answers · asked by bookfreak2day 6 in Scanners

I know that there are only about 2 different directx 10 compatiable gfx cards but when more are released will the be any for say under £100 ? or will they all be like £350+

2007-02-08 01:20:51 · 3 answers · asked by J man 3 in Add-ons

There must be similar questions to this floating around, but perhaps not my exact situation, so here goes. I am currently running 32-bit XP, and I have just bought and received 64-bit Vista Ultimate. My computer is more than compatible with it. i have been informed however that you cannot upgrade from 32-bit XP to 64-bit Vista, but instead have to do a clean installation. Does this mean I have to format my drive first (assuming that I can't be bothered with having multiple partitions for different things)? I have a backup of everything in case something goes wrong, and I have copies of things ready to go to Vista, but I need to know if a reformat is first required? I suppose even if it wasn't, it'd still make for a cleaner and less buggy transition, wouldn't it?

2007-02-08 01:17:26 · 5 answers · asked by Rich 5 in Desktops

2007-02-08 01:04:41 · 2 answers · asked by ? 1 in Desktops

2007-02-08 01:01:54 · 9 answers · asked by LEEMAR "BEMBOY' 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I want to upgrade to 2gb from 512mb on my mac mini. I see a lot of 2gb kits for abotu $200. But the apple factory kits are almost twice that. Does it really make a difference? if so why?

2007-02-08 00:48:16 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons