Hardware - February 2007

I have an older computer that the power supply went bad on. I'm running an Athlon xp 2.2 gHz, w/ 768 ram, GeForce 5700 LE video card, 3 Western digital HDD's, 1 Sony DVD-RW, powering 2 external USB devices. I had an Atnec SP400 that only lasted me about a year. I am trying to hold off for as long as possible the building of a new computer. Any suggestions?

2007-02-26 08:12:01 · 9 answers · asked by Just Z 1 in Desktops

I am currently thinking about buying a macbook, I have never used a mac before, and I was wondering if there are any downsides to getting a mac, such as hardware problems, crashings, compatability with peripherals, and other things. So if anyone has an opinion about this, can you please let me know. All answers are welcomed.

2007-02-26 08:09:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I had a webcam plugged in, and the computer recognized it, but wouldn't let me click on the icon to run it. Now, whenever I plug the webcam in, the computer doesn't even detect it. The CD that came with it already says the program is installed, so I don't think that could be it. I've tried other USB ports, but still no detection.

Help?

2007-02-26 08:08:06 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I replaced a hard drive in a pc due to the thing not working properly. I want to know if I can attach the old HD to the cable and download info from the old one to the new one.

2007-02-26 08:07:28 · 12 answers · asked by Eddie F 2 in Desktops

My laptop has a small crack at the top of the screen and there is a area about the size of a nickel that is black from it. It gets larger and smaller in size, it even disapeared all together for a few weeks then came back. I was wondering if anyone knew what I could do to get it to disapear or what to do to stop it from getting bigger. Thanks.

2007-02-26 08:05:35 · 2 answers · asked by Brandon S 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

...can I upgrade it from Windows 98 to Windows XP or Vista? Its about 7 or 8 years old.

2007-02-26 08:03:26 · 5 answers · asked by lucky888☺ 4 in Desktops

My computer flat out needs RAM, and I have a 512MB DDR stick lying around, but I think my computer requires DDR2, is there a difference in memory type that will restrict me from using the DDR on my computer? I don't want to mess up my computer or anything :(

I have a Dimension C521 btw.

2007-02-26 08:00:10 · 5 answers · asked by rrobbb 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-02-26 07:57:57 · 3 answers · asked by ChrisAnn M 1 in Desktops

2007-02-26 07:55:45 · 1 answers · asked by poores5 1 in Other - Hardware

either than copy and paste, it takes lots of time

2007-02-26 07:54:22 · 1 answers · asked by B for bernadetta 3 in Other - Hardware

i wanna use it for engineering and drawing works.

with 2 gb ram(667) and a 256MB nVidia Quadro FX3450 grafic card.

thanks.

2007-02-26 07:53:37 · 1 answers · asked by Mikael 4 in Desktops

This is the type of drive which is installed on my computer?
Do you guys have any clue what function(s) it can perform?

If you need the specific drive model, it's: PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-K16A

2007-02-26 07:50:00 · 3 answers · asked by Blacksmith 2 in Other - Hardware

2007-02-26 07:46:41 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

i have medion laptop with windows xp sp2. for some time now it shuts itself down after booting.thi happens about 3-5 min after booting.i can´t do a virus scan or hardware check because it can´t stay on. i am not using batteries so it can not be the batteries.i tried doing a new windows installation but that does not go through because the laptop shuts itself in the process.can anyone help please.

2007-02-26 07:44:15 · 10 answers · asked by jo d 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

When I go to load my computer, I can make it to the "Weclome Screen" but when I enter my password it lets me onto my desktop, but I cannot access anything, and my computer automatically logs me off. I am not able to get to my Registry Editor or anything. Anyone know what I can do to solve this problem?

Also, I do not have a Windows XP Reboot CD. I do however have the System Recovery CD's that came with my computer. I have a Sony VAIO.

I would like to solve this problem, without having to reinstall my harddrive. I believe it is possible from the research i've done online about this, but clarification is always a plus. Thanks alot.

2007-02-26 07:37:13 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Ok so here is the deal, I am kind of a noob on this subject so I am asking to get the best results. I have a Dell Precision M70 with Windows Vista Ultimate. I would like to be able to hook up a LCD TV, to use as the monitor, and watch the Media Center. I have been looking at Toshiba 32 inch LCD TV's, and the Hauppauge WinTV PVR-150 MCE Kit - TV tuner / video input adapter - PCI to allow myself to access all the Media Center Features. I need to know the following: Which LCD TV is a good choice, what cables I need to purchase to get a good quality display, and will the laptop display still remain on when hooked up to LCD TV ?

2007-02-26 07:36:22 · 2 answers · asked by Brennen 2 in Monitors

Ok so here is the deal, I am kind of a noob on this subject so I am asking to get the best results. I have a Dell Precision M70 with Windows Vista Ultimate. I would like to be able to hook up a LCD TV, to use as the monitor, and watch the Media Center. I have been looking at Toshiba 32 inch LCD TV's, and the Hauppauge WinTV PVR-150 MCE Kit - TV tuner / video input adapter - PCI to allow myself to access all the Media Center Features. I need to know the following: Which LCD TV is a good choice, what cables I need to purchase to get a good quality display, and will the laptop display still remain on when hooked up to LCD TV ?

2007-02-26 07:34:48 · 4 answers · asked by Brennen 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

the os is windows 2000 pro

2007-02-26 07:27:17 · 1 answers · asked by gdun36 1 in Add-ons

2007-02-26 07:26:24 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I lost my original protection when I installed a new Windows XP. I had difficulty in getting it reinstalled and activated and now it will not scan, I have no idea how to do it and I need it ofcourse

2007-02-26 07:19:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Scanners

Thanks for the 4 answers I received earlier, but let me try this again. I need to do a system destructive recovery using the CD's that came with my computer. It's telling me to disconnext all conected devices. except for my keyboard, monitor, mouse and power cord. Does that mean to just unplug anything in my USB ports? And I have a Router, will I have to reconnect my husbands computer and laptop as well. I hope I explained this a little better. Please ASAP.

2007-02-26 07:10:07 · 2 answers · asked by Karen L 1 in Other - Hardware

I went to the store and that seems to be the only size they have.

2007-02-26 07:07:58 · 10 answers · asked by beverly j 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-02-26 07:02:51 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I'm about to buy a new PC that has an option to have a ATSC-NTSC TV tuner with PVR, FM tuner. I'm burning lots of DVDs and wondering how hard it would be to record the movies & shows from TV (satellite) or video camera onto DVDs through the tuner, i mean:
- do I need extra parts/equipment
- is it just straight burning onto DVD or it will require some conversion
- how much quality will I loose in the process
Please answer with as much details to my questions as possible
Thank you

2007-02-26 07:02:39 · 1 answers · asked by Tatiana D 2 in Add-ons

I got a new hard disk, i connected it to my pc and installed a fresh copy of window xp - after i disconnected the old hard disk

now i wanna transfer files from the old disk to the new one
but wen i connect both of them at the same time, it says "disk failure and never turn on the windows..
it only works when i connect only one of the disks
what's wrong?

2007-02-26 06:48:52 · 8 answers · asked by B for bernadetta 3 in Other - Hardware

i have to press f11 just so i can see a video and when i use something similar to an aim setup program i cant see next at the bottom

2007-02-26 06:46:24 · 3 answers · asked by soul 2 in Other - Hardware

2007-02-26 06:43:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

i think that i came up with a great idea: to put movies on usb plug- ins for your tv instead of disc players. do you think that the idea of that would sell; and then everyone would just have to buy a tv in the future that would have a usb port for their movies.

2007-02-26 06:35:42 · 3 answers · asked by angelgurlz06 1 in Add-ons

2007-02-26 06:31:17 · 2 answers · asked by angel 6 in Monitors

..And in general, what experiences have you had with diferent laptop makers regarding reliabilty and warranty issues?

2007-02-26 06:30:02 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks