Hardware - March 2007

2007-03-28 01:14:49 · 8 answers · asked by watever d 1 in Other - Hardware

Im useless when it comes to computers, i have a compaq presario 061, intel pentium 4 cpu 3.06ghz, 1024mb ram, directx 9.0c. With an ATI Radeon x300/x550/x1050 series graphics card. I have been playing a game that you have to download off the internet for the last few months but now all of a sudden it wont load. I downloaded the update but it just wont let me log in. Is it down to my graphics card? do i need to upgrade it? I was clearing out my comp a few weeks ago, is it possible i could of done something to all of a sudden stop it loading? very frustrated aghhhh!

2007-03-28 01:14:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-03-28 01:12:09 · 2 answers · asked by BK 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I use an external hard drive for business use however they keep overheating or burning out even though a fan is fitted. they are on for a long period of time. does anone know of a external hard drive that can be used for long periods of time

2007-03-28 01:05:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I get several mesages but the one that has me lost is that I have a "spooler" thats not operating. What is it? how does it work? and most importantly how do I fix it?

2007-03-28 01:05:08 · 3 answers · asked by bmac 1 in Printers

When every morning i switch on my computer ( xp professional ) after few min work my pc reboot and start scanning hards , i changed motehrboard / power and also re-installed windows but still i have same problem
security system i have in my pc are :

- tune-up
- avg free edition
- ad-aware

any idea whats wrong with my pc

for your information once once re-starting a day and after that my pc work normally

thanks

2007-03-28 01:03:08 · 5 answers · asked by AMIR L 1 in Desktops

tried several brands of discs. none work. they're recognised in the drive.but wont burn.

2007-03-28 00:57:42 · 3 answers · asked by womanoferin 2 in Add-ons

2007-03-28 00:48:37 · 3 answers · asked by AGGIE 1 in Printers

Or do I really need a real Lighscribe disc?

Remember, this is just the top side of the disc, not the bottom part that's usually burned.

2007-03-28 00:44:05 · 5 answers · asked by an_articulate_soul 4 in Desktops

2007-03-28 00:41:39 · 15 answers · asked by scumfaethebrig 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-28 00:39:49 · 8 answers · asked by Nhoy 1 in Other - Hardware

I have 256MB RAM on my desktop. But in the general tab of "my computer' properties it is shown 248MB and in the boot setup it is shown that shared memory is 8MB. What is exactly this shared memory? How can I change this shared memory?

2007-03-28 00:28:26 · 7 answers · asked by Rajat 1 in Other - Hardware

it could slip and cause harm to the technician or etc
it cud cause deformation to the adapter cards?
it cud break and short out the motherboard
it cud scarcth the case..causing the motherboard to short circuit

2007-03-28 00:13:53 · 5 answers · asked by No Name 1 in Desktops

2007-03-27 23:58:38 · 4 answers · asked by ? 1 in Printers

I have a very old Compaq Monitor. no drivers available wtsoever... i use it on full brightness and contrast but it still is too dark to use for many things... i dont want to get it repaired and i dont care if it gets burnt up by wat u say.. is there any software to increase the overall brightness of the screen???

2007-03-27 23:56:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

2007-03-27 23:51:36 · 6 answers · asked by Nhoy 1 in Other - Hardware

Last time i detect a Trojan and a Spy virus. My PC is slowing down, it is hard to used. I deside to format my HDisk to remove the Virus. But my PC is to still slow and lot of errors when i'm installing a program and a games. What can I do?? Is this the time to Replace my hard disk and buy new one or buy a memory to add more speed???

2007-03-27 23:48:24 · 6 answers · asked by Nhoy 1 in Other - Hardware

I've read that you should turn off your computer (during the day, when at work), then I've read that you can keep it on. That the energy usage is small. I used to turn mine off everyday, now I turn it off every couple of days. What's the best way to maintain...whatever, where your computer is concerned.

2007-03-27 23:24:57 · 7 answers · asked by ca p 2 in Other - Hardware

Looking to buy a laptop for general word processing, spreadsheets, surfing etc
I am considering the Acer Aspire 9301AWSMi Turion MK36 17" Laptop which is £499.97 from Tesco
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.200-0060.aspx
Does anyone else have one, or recommend an alternative under £500 ?

2007-03-27 23:24:14 · 3 answers · asked by Bloytini 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

Hi,
just replaced the psu and was wondering if I had made all the connections. Mobo http://www.foxconnchannel.com/EN-US/Product/motherboard_detail.aspx?ID=en-gb0000044

So I plugged in the 24 pin and the auxillary four pin (P4) four pins in a square, do I need to connect more.
In the pic of the mobo I was hoping someone could tell me about the white 4 pins in a line connection it's at the top left of the picture on the edge of the mobo with a black connection right below it. Do I need to put a connection to that and if so what fits?

2007-03-27 23:23:21 · 2 answers · asked by Help wanted 1 in Desktops

pc turning on but not showing on monitor. I thought it was the graphics card but isnt cause i got a new one and still not working:( It isnt the monitor cause it works just says no signal when pc is on. Could it be the motherboard or CPU? The keyboard light doesnt come on now on my G15 keyboard when on? haven't an idea.

2007-03-27 23:22:24 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

I have an extra 256 MB Notebook RAM and my Desktop needs upgrading RAM, I was wondering, can I use my Notebook RAM in my Desktop?

2007-03-27 23:20:51 · 8 answers · asked by undercover 2 in Desktops

no post or beeps,screan does not even light up>

2007-03-27 23:14:41 · 6 answers · asked by anthony g 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I've been to Wal-Mart. All of theirs uses Windows XP or 2000.

2007-03-27 23:09:35 · 3 answers · asked by Jou-Jou 2 in Add-ons

im trying to convert my avi files (movies )but the converter im using on a free trail leaves a water mark through the middle does any 1 know any thing that will convert and burn on a free web site or trail that doesnt leave a water mark apart from nero7 and 6 cause im having problems with them

2007-03-27 22:52:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2007-03-27 22:52:17 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I'm looking to buy a pc with the Intel Core 2 Duo (1.80GHz, 800MHz, 2MB) processor

For an extra £30 there is the Intel Core 2 Duo (1.80GHz, 1066MHz, 2MB) processor

For the extra £30 am I really going to notice that much of a difference.?

I'm also thinking long term. Will the slightly faster processor last longer in terms of running future processor hungry applications - future proofing if you want to call it that?

2007-03-27 22:49:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-03-27 22:38:56 · 12 answers · asked by scooby 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I installed a dual head graphics adapter, and for some reason there are allready two drivers for it which i didnt install. I assume it should work being that the drivers are installed, but in the system info it says this device cannot start....what does that mean, and how can I fix it??

2007-03-27 22:32:28 · 1 answers · asked by clone17 3 in Add-ons

Pls help. I think my USB is broken. And it is way 2 expensive

2007-03-27 22:31:49 · 2 answers · asked by j324 2 in Add-ons