Hardware - March 2007

2007-03-06 11:33:01 · 8 answers · asked by Sondra 3 in Other - Hardware

im hungry. what was the last thing you ate??

2007-03-06 11:28:17 · 22 answers · asked by xloux 3 in Desktops

Okay, I need to combine two computers together. The trick is I want two monitors, two computers, one mouse, and one keyboard. My question is, do they make a switch for that?

2007-03-06 11:20:01 · 5 answers · asked by bvahnee 1 in Other - Hardware

If there is no cd in the cd burner, I have to press the button 3 times to open it. Each time I press the button, the tray tries to open, hesitates, then the light flashes as if reading the drive. If there is a cd in the drive, it will open first shot. I purchased the cd burner with my computer from Dell almost 3 years ago. My warranty has run out on it. My DVD-Rom opens fine every time. Does anyone have the same problem? Thanks for your help.

2007-03-06 11:17:34 · 6 answers · asked by Dan 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

i have not longed downloaded limewire,

ever since i have been using it, my pc done nothing but go slow,
even my internet takes a long time to come on now,
i have only downloaded about 10-20 songs off it,

so i would like to know if it is safe to use,
if i get found out about using it will i get fined,

i have downloaded it from

limewire.com is that the right site to get it from

should i get rid of it from my pc, and if i do will it make my pc back to its normal self,

2007-03-06 11:15:27 · 17 answers · asked by me n you 1 in Desktops

I bought a new OCZ 700w PSU for my PC so that I can use my new 8800GTS and upgrade in the future...

Today everything arrived, and I installed the OCZ psu... I was puzzled because the 24 pin connector is split to 2 connectors. The 20pin and the 4 pin... Oh well I said, and plugged in both. (bizarre)

Then I noticed that there's no 3 pin connector for the fan. There's only a 4 pin connector.
I plugged the 4 pin in to 3 pin. Then I connected the HD and DVD drive. Finally I plugged in the 2nd fan from my case and another 4 pin connector on the mobo.

I decided to see if everything works before I put in the g80... I crossed my fingers and turned on the power when.. BANG! I heared a loud pop and saw sparks flying. I thought I was gonna have a stroke right there on the spot...

I sniffed the PC.. No burning smell....


I crossed my fingers and plugged it in and turned on again... To my great surprise everything works perfectly! What could it be?

2007-03-06 11:04:44 · 2 answers · asked by Mr. Curious 3 in Desktops

my brother bought me one for my new lap top....its 512mb....how much is that? i want it mostly for doccuments.. about how many would it hold?

2007-03-06 10:57:35 · 7 answers · asked by hudsy 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

i am Case Modding my pc i need to find some stickers fro side panel where can i get them from? (in uk please )

2007-03-06 10:44:10 · 1 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

Granted laptops are appreciated for their mobility, but compared with just their specifications and performance which is >?

2007-03-06 10:38:15 · 4 answers · asked by grem 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-06 10:21:20 · 11 answers · asked by raquel m 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

there was something under the key on my keyboard and i took it off thinking i would be able to snap back it back on. turns out i cant, there is a little piece of plastic that has to be attached to the key itself and the keyboard but i can't seem to figure out how to do it. any help would be GREATLY appreciated.

2007-03-06 10:18:27 · 3 answers · asked by elle 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

which one is the best brand ???????

2007-03-06 10:08:04 · 6 answers · asked by Funk masta Flex 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-06 10:06:06 · 4 answers · asked by rae23_2006@sbcglobal.net 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have a problem, my SD impact memory card is like giving me an error. When I put it in the card reader, the removable disk shows up but goes away at some moments, but when i click it, my computer either goes really slow or a box shows up, saying do you want to format it? I say yes, it says i don't have permision and it didn not format. PLEASE HELP

Let me know if there is a possibility my pictures are lost, if so, can i get em back.

2007-03-06 10:03:04 · 1 answers · asked by Anthony M 1 in Other - Hardware

I want to build a super storage cabnet for my pc's to share. I want to put all hard drives in it. What kind of board do I need to build & what componants do I need? I have a variety of hard drives ranging from 2GB up to 80GB there are about 20 of them. Do I need to put proccessors in it or RAM ? Thanks for your help.

2007-03-06 09:59:18 · 2 answers · asked by dreammaster_silvershadow 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-03-06 09:51:57 · 7 answers · asked by the kid 3 in Other - Hardware

every half second, but nothing comes on the screen, the fans are working and all the cables and memory look to be in securly

2007-03-06 09:49:28 · 4 answers · asked by lifeboat101 1 in Desktops

how can i safely clean the finger marks, etc. off my laptop computer? Any suggestions?

2007-03-06 09:40:28 · 10 answers · asked by electra25 2 in Monitors

I have a Dell OptiPlex 170L and I bought Halo the other day, and in online mode everyone is Gray (its supposed to be Red and Blue teams) and I can not see explosions or anything like that and I think that means i need a video card, any help on where i can find one for my computer?

2007-03-06 09:39:24 · 5 answers · asked by Big-Ben 2 in Desktops

ok my dad is comin home tonight at 1000 pm and i told him my computer isnt working but i need to screw it up cause i wasnt so supoose to put xp on and my friend did it while i was sleeping and i do not know why but plese help

2007-03-06 09:35:48 · 7 answers · asked by zachp p 1 in Desktops

Is their a place where you can buy laptops for under $100 in the US? i need to know where i can get ne (Just as a word prosesser)
And at lease 100mhz?

2007-03-06 09:35:11 · 8 answers · asked by Cloud541 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

My mum needs a newer pc but has keyboard monitor etc already where can I find the best deals? Second hand units would be good also. Thanks.

2007-03-06 09:34:41 · 5 answers · asked by profile not in use 2 in Desktops

My dad wants to get a new laptop for his office and doesnt know where to start looking so I want to see if anyone can reccomend any to me.
These are the main things that he wants:
-Toshiba - preferably Satellite or Qosmio
- Windows XP
- Large screen (17" if possible)
- Not too heavy or chunky/thick - he used a Qosmio before and itwas not good for travelling.
- Max Price $2,000
- 100GB (minimum) Hard drive/memory

Think thats all the main things he said. It will be used for office work and would also need to be good for storing photos and for making slideshows and stuff. Also shouldnt be too heavy because he travels alot and he wants the widescreen because he got used to it on the other Qosmio he used and its better for showing photos and stuff. Also he doesnt like the Toshiba Tecras.
If you know of any like this please can you give me the Toshiba model and if possible a link to a website with reviews and more detailed description.
Hope you can help

2007-03-06 09:34:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-06 09:27:51 · 8 answers · asked by lovebug 1 in Other - Hardware

I bought a new notebook about a month ago and here are the specs:

AMD Turion X2 TL-50
1024 MB of RAM
ATI XPRESS 1100
120 GB HDD

Even though it has good config, when I start up programs, the two cores jump to 100% for about 1 second and it takes quite long to open the program. I thought dual core was supposed to be very fast... By the way, I have NO spyware and have only my antivirus(AVG) and my wireless network started.

Thanks a Million!

2007-03-06 09:25:02 · 4 answers · asked by Crazyfred02 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-06 09:20:27 · 5 answers · asked by royyoungson13 2 in Desktops

2007-03-06 09:18:07 · 15 answers · asked by subbu i 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-03-06 09:17:37 · 1 answers · asked by rubbaduck 1 in Add-ons

i really wana get a laptop and i was considering getting a Hp dv5000m or dv6000. i have flight sim. games that i alwaysy use. can anyone pleas give me suggestions on good laptops under $800 or even $700. my dad said i don't need an expensive laptop till i'm going into colleg. thanxs. please. answer this asap!! if u have even more, e-mail me at timmyblackboy61@yahoo.com. thanxs!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-03-06 09:17:05 · 7 answers · asked by timmyblackboy61 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-03-06 09:13:03 · 2 answers · asked by Ms. M 2 in Laptops & Notebooks