Hardware - May 2007

I go onto my computer and it doesn't say that there's a disc in the drive...what can I do? Sometimes it will read a disc right away but right now it's not...

2007-05-29 19:16:12 · 6 answers · asked by Jaymz 1 in Desktops

or, would it still perform like windows?

2007-05-29 19:13:27 · 3 answers · asked by Harvin T 2 in Desktops

When i tried to instal and run a game i got an errir message "Your hardware or driver does not support Dirctx9.0c 3D accelaration" what should i do to rectify this error?

2007-05-29 18:57:58 · 3 answers · asked by Prashanth 1 in Add-ons

I'm down to these three:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822144392
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822144309
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148139

Which one is better? Seagate vs. W.D. , etc.

2007-05-29 18:36:12 · 3 answers · asked by John D 1 in Other - Hardware

Hi folks. Quick question.. I currently am running my custom built PC with an Asus m2n-sli deluxe motherboard and AthlonX2 5200. I would like to upgrade both to an EVGA 680i mobo and a Core 2 Duo E6600.. Can I simply move all my components like RAM, Video card, and will my PC boot Windows the same way as before- just faster?

2007-05-29 18:35:22 · 5 answers · asked by F1reflyfan 4 in Other - Hardware

2007-05-29 18:12:55 · 6 answers · asked by Leana S 1 in Add-ons

I have too much spy wear on my computer and my son wants to clean it totallly out and restart everything what do I do with all my games I have bought and installed (3 from Yahoo) I don't have the registeration numbers except the the last one I bought. Can you restart them if I have to clean everything off my hard drive.

2007-05-29 17:33:53 · 10 answers · asked by How do you spell Botique 1 in Desktops

I have an eMachines T5226 http://emachines.com/products/products.html?prod=T5226

And I want to upgrade some of it but I want to make sure that everything will work in my current computer.

Video Card - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814133193

RAM - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231098

Power Supply - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817189005

2007-05-29 17:32:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

Is the Radeon 9550 any faster/better than the MX 4000?

2007-05-29 17:13:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Does it really refreshes RAM or processor someway?

2007-05-29 17:03:51 · 7 answers · asked by abhi_imag 1 in Other - Hardware

I'm looking for a decent starter PC to upgrade onto. But I want to be sure I have a good base to build on. I basically just want to add RAM and a new graphics card later on. So what key specs should I focus making sure are in the base computer i'm going to buy? Processor etc? please help.

2007-05-29 17:02:19 · 5 answers · asked by gibsonaddict 1 in Add-ons

2007-05-29 16:34:05 · 5 answers · asked by bob_rich@sbcglobal.net 1 in Add-ons

I am looking at laptops for college and I need help deciding which to buy. I'm stuck on deciding between brands, and the different types of processors. I want to go with either an HP or Toshiba. I've heard mixed opinions on the Intel vs. AMD processors, and even mixed opinions between Intel's Pentium and Intel's Core Duo processors. Any help in clarifying all of this is appreciated!

First, I've spotted the TOSHIBA A135-S4527. It's nice because it's right in my price range ($599 after rebate) and has all I need: 1GB RAM, 120GB HDD, perfect screen size, average/okayyy battery life for the price.

I've also been keeping an eye on the HP DV6324US for the past few weeks. Nice price, but when I compare it next to the Toshiba mentioned above, the specs are relatively the same, but more $$$. The biggest difference is the AMD Turion 64 X2 processor.

Can anyone help me decide between these 2 models, or any similar ones in the same price range? Also clarify Pentium Dual Core vs. Core Duo

2007-05-29 16:26:53 · 5 answers · asked by Eddie A 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

It currently has a RADEON Xpress 200 series (Microsoft Copr. - WDDM) video card. The operating system is VISTA installed over XP. Additional info that may help: mainstream 2.2GHz AMD Athlon 64 3500+ processor, 1GB of RAM, and a 250GB hard drive.

This link will give complete specs, if this is needed. http://review.zdnet.com/desktops/compaq-presario-sr1650nx-athlon/4507-3118_16-31518022.html?tag=ut

Thanks to any and all answerers in advance.

2007-05-29 16:25:02 · 4 answers · asked by krodgibami 5 in Desktops

PS, My Flash disk is shown in My Computer window but no files are displayed and that I get a "cannot copy" error (which means I can't move any files onto it either). I suspect that it might that my USB port is and older version. My PC is Windows XP SP1 and about 6 years old.

2007-05-29 16:20:54 · 8 answers · asked by gng11 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-05-29 16:05:27 · 3 answers · asked by xx_lolita_love_xx 1 in Other - Hardware

I have a toshiba adapter that has an input of 100-240V~1.3A 50-60Hx and an output of 19V==3.95A

The second one is a Fujitsu with an input of 100-240V~1.5-0.9A 50-60Hz and an output of 19V==3.37V

my fujitsu is broken and i am looking for a solution in the toshiba adapter. I realize that their outputs are slightly different but is this significant?

2007-05-29 15:50:51 · 11 answers · asked by Seattle 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have a Dell Insperon 6000, and it does not charge...When ever i unplug the laptop from the charger it shuts down!! how do i get it to charge again so i can take it off the charger once in a while?? please give me directions to fix it... Thanks

2007-05-29 15:44:09 · 6 answers · asked by ¢ù■Üα╓ä∟ 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I am running Windows VIsta Home Premium on my desktop, i have 1 gig of RAM...whenever i play a game, i get the "Blue Screen of Death" and i recently ran the memory diagnostics tool and it told me that i have a "memory problem" what do i do or buy to fix this?

2007-05-29 15:41:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Computer will not start. Only option is to reformat. I need to access a few word documents. If i remove the hard drive how can I transfer the files over?

2007-05-29 15:37:59 · 4 answers · asked by jvanpatt 1 in Desktops

I have a 32MB integrated video card, but I want to install a separate video card so I can play newer games. Will the 32MB of RAM be freed up so that the computer doesn't use it for the integrated video card?

2007-05-29 15:37:58 · 3 answers · asked by Mattastic 1 in Desktops

i was running with ubuntu but switched to redhat version 9 but redhat will not read my sound card

2007-05-29 15:34:09 · 1 answers · asked by kevljac 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-05-29 15:30:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I bought a new PC and realized it has an ATA Drive.. well i need to put a Slave in it and All i have is IDE drives.. soo When attempting to do so, Its Now only wanting to read my IDE as Master and Not Reading the ATA present what so ever.. How can i add an IDE drive for my Slave while keeping the ATA as "Master"?? thx

2007-05-29 15:22:05 · 1 answers · asked by draco611 2 in Other - Hardware

what are the symptoms of a motherboard failure? will the computer be able to run or even boot to desktop?

THX

2007-05-29 15:14:54 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I consider myself to be fairly proficient when it comes to building my own PC's. I've done it since I was 18 (now 30), with numerous upgrades in between. Granted, I usually have to learn the latest technology when I do build a new system, and that's usually no problem. However, I haven't been able to grasp the RAID concept. After researching what RAID is, I think I understand it's uses, but why would an everyday home PC user need RAID? Sure, I got the fault protection benefits with some of the levels of RAID, but if I'm backing up my sensitive & important data on a regular basis, what's the point? Is there really that much of a performance boost when using a mirrored array? I don't host a website, so I don't need constant data availability. To me, it just seems that doing regular back-ups is much easier than trying to set up and manage a RAID array. I ask these questions becuse I am currently building a new system, & trying to fix a friend's, & I suspect a bad RAID confg. THX

2007-05-29 15:12:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2007-05-29 15:08:32 · 1 answers · asked by david_s_14850 2 in Other - Hardware

The points are, the printer is not with me, it is located somewhere else; and the reason or acts must be logically and acceptable.

2007-05-29 15:07:28 · 9 answers · asked by Frederick 1 in Printers

i was askin this question because my computer was runin slow i have a window vista

2007-05-29 15:01:44 · 5 answers · asked by ? 1 in Desktops

if anyone can explain to me in a easy way how to remove the keyboard,where/how to order a replacement, and how to replace i, that would be awesome =]


please help me out

2007-05-29 14:50:17 · 2 answers · asked by Jason K 1 in Laptops & Notebooks