Hardware - February 2007

got a vertabim 1gb usb key ,needed to format it beofre it would work as a valid drive in speed boost in vista
only one query though,when i use it in vista ,i seem to notice the mouse jumping,only slightly but does using a usb device with speedboost cause any problems
bare in mind i am still using the beta version of ultimate(build 5600),so could this be the problem
also would the speed boost work with a external hard drive,or a massive 8gb usb key,and if i used a 8gb key would i see a massive improvement in the times it takes for apps to close ect
cheers!

2007-02-22 06:02:06 · 1 answers · asked by brianthesnail123 7 in Add-ons

I had to install a new power supply on my Dell computer. Afterwards, now I have no sound. I tried buying a new sound card thinking that maybe I had fried the previous card with the malfunctioning power supply but since the new sound card doesn't work either, that can't be the reason. I've checked in the Control Panel and the device is working properly, has the correct digital signature, etc. I am using Windows XP. The sound is not muted. I just don't know what else to check.

2007-02-22 06:01:50 · 4 answers · asked by cw5carroll 1 in Desktops

So, I'm working on my laptop(yes, I got a new one since the toilet incident), and then for no apparent reason, I throw up all over it. Now it won't do anything, so I have to use my roomates computer. What do I do? (I'm not getting another one and the motherboard is okay)...

2007-02-22 05:58:26 · 6 answers · asked by Rubber Johnny Ohm 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I love my Paint application on my PC, but i dont know how to do something like that on my new Mac. I have the MacBook Pro if that makes a difference. Thanks!

2007-02-22 05:52:29 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2007-02-22 05:51:51 · 7 answers · asked by aj_imbimbo 1 in Desktops

2007-02-22 05:38:06 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Hi there...

I want to buy a second monitor - how do i know know whether my graphics card will support dual monitors? and what sort of cables do i need?

My card is a WinFast A180B based on a GeForce4 MX 4000 chipset.

Thanks in advance

2007-02-22 05:29:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

2007-02-22 05:22:23 · 3 answers · asked by Rebel 1 in Desktops

When I go into messenger it works fine but I want to take still photos....Why is the happening? I keep chatting with sony and no one helps me...I am soooo perplexed....is there anyone who can help me?

2007-02-22 05:21:55 · 2 answers · asked by comingofage03 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

My Dell laptop broke today and it seems it's a software error. Before I do a full reset to factory settings, I want to retrieve some data. Most of my stuff is backed up but there are recent files from this week that I want to access. How can I do this without calling in technicians? I have another computer I could hook it up to and I don't really want to unscrew the interface, so a lead or something would be best. Any help would be appreciated.

2007-02-22 05:18:45 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Can a 300Watt power supply handle

Intel Celeron D 3.20ghz
80gb hard drive
CDRW/DVD ROM
512mb DDR2 533mhz

2007-02-22 05:17:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I am using the Dell keyboard.

2007-02-22 05:15:59 · 2 answers · asked by Curious Little Thing 1 in Monitors

I tried to install one with the cd they provided, but 98 said it did not support it? I put a 5 port usb hub in and it had no problem finding it and accepting it, but it will not recognize my jumpdrives. I have a Lexar 256mb, a Simpletec 128mb, and a Lexar 1GB. Can anyone direct me to the driver or drivers that I might need?

2007-02-22 05:13:54 · 5 answers · asked by blondesrus 1 in Add-ons

2007-02-22 05:10:07 · 3 answers · asked by ouoker 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-02-22 05:07:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2007-02-22 04:57:43 · 2 answers · asked by madjackrabbit 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Distilled water, de-ionized water, coolant? What's the best?

2007-02-22 04:52:43 · 8 answers · asked by mjallan123 2 in Desktops

2007-02-22 04:52:37 · 7 answers · asked by jimjo16 1 in Other - Hardware

Also the jacket for the same? pls help... cant start using it till i found a decent one

2007-02-22 04:43:35 · 1 answers · asked by Anzz 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-02-22 04:36:44 · 3 answers · asked by suryaprakasan 1 in Desktops

I have an Amd Athlon 64 3800+ and i want very much to overclock one. Can anyone help me? How to do it? Pleaz it have to be someone who know.

2007-02-22 04:35:27 · 3 answers · asked by yanikohyun 1 in Other - Hardware

whats the cheaps place to buy this CPU?

i know scan.co.uk

and area.co.uk ..ebuyer.co.uk..
any other good online store ..

2007-02-22 04:35:17 · 2 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Add-ons

I even dont know the manufacturer of my sound card. So how can i find the suitable driver for my sound card. Please Help me out.........

2007-02-22 04:35:13 · 6 answers · asked by Neeraj J 1 in Other - Hardware

can I bulid computer speakers how do i convert the speaker wire to 3.5mm jack

2007-02-22 04:32:18 · 3 answers · asked by cool man 2 in Add-ons

ok so im getting this BSOD and it tiking me off i only get it when runnin on regular mode (im running safe mode right now)
ive tryied reinstalling the OS with no luck the BSOD still comes up will getting a new HD help any

ive reformated and it still come up

2007-02-22 04:15:59 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-02-22 04:14:57 · 3 answers · asked by steve b 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

the paper comes blank out of printer? How can I get rid of this problem?

2007-02-22 04:10:15 · 4 answers · asked by Paresh P 1 in Printers

i need a downloaded driver for a hp printer psc1350

2007-02-22 04:08:20 · 7 answers · asked by Apryl Attalla 1 in Printers

which is the best graphic card for today?

2007-02-22 04:06:56 · 3 answers · asked by don_kopleone 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-02-22 04:05:04 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers