Hardware - June 2007

I just took my buddies computer. A 2.4Ghz Dell (not sure of the model name) and I reformatted it. I installed Windows Xp back on to the computer and now, without his original Dell CD, I have a bunch of hardware devices that need drivers. Including his Ethernet, VGA adapter, Sound, and some other stuff. Im not even sure where his model number is located at on the computer. There 10000 different combos of numbers that could be his model number. X10-60264, OU7670, are the two that stand out... But they dont sound like model numbers. I really need these drivers ASAP because he wants the computer back before the weekend (I work with him) Some more info on the computer is its a 2.4Ghz Celeron, 512mb ram, old motherboard without even an AGP slot. Thanks guys and gals

2007-06-01 06:26:58 · 8 answers · asked by v0lten 2 in Desktops

Hi there. I bought the Toshiba laptop so that I could work and be entertained as I travel and work around the world regularly. However, my DVD drive is locked, so I can only watch UK DVDs!

I fail to see the sense in a flippin PORTABLE computer having a region lock.

Anyway, I've googled the problem but can't find a solution. I know firmware updates/hacks are illegal and I'm not saying I'd use one, but I would like to know all relevant info available so that I can make an informed decision.

If the only solution is to buy another external DVD drive, please recommend a reasonably priced one.

Thanks guys.

2007-06-01 06:03:25 · 3 answers · asked by Blind Willy Nix 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

My computer is sdram ddr 184 pin I am interested in getting sdram ddr2 240 pin. They are both dimm but before I do I want to know if they are compatible

2007-06-01 05:58:24 · 6 answers · asked by henrietta h 1 in Add-ons

I currently have Windows 98 which is not compatible with the broadband service I am getting. Can anyone tell me where to get Windows XP cheaply as I am a single mum. Or if not, how much will someone charge me to put it on. Thanks x x x

2007-06-01 04:21:38 · 12 answers · asked by tina d 2 in Add-ons

My computer comes on but on the desktop page has "safe Mode" in all four corners.

2007-06-01 04:11:40 · 4 answers · asked by norma c 2 in Desktops

My laptop is a Toshiba Tecra S1. The specs say:

Memory:
* Standard 512MB DDR
* Maximum 2GB
* Expansion Modules 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1024MB
* PC2700, PC2100 modules
* 2 Expansion memory slots (One filled with 512MB, can be replaced by 128MB, 256MB, 512MB or 1GB modules).

Can I just buy the regular DDR ram being sold everywhere or do I need to buy special notebook ram (which seems pricier). Not sure what to order!

2007-06-01 04:02:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I keep getting mixed opinions on eMachines.Some say they are a complete waste of money, while others say they have had theirs for years without any problems.Does anyone know if the overall response to eMachines is positive or negative?

2007-06-01 03:52:46 · 7 answers · asked by remy9_0 2 in Desktops

I want to buy a laptop but I have so many folders full of pictures and I don't want to lose them. Thanks!

2007-06-01 03:22:21 · 9 answers · asked by Jellybean had her little bean 6 in Other - Hardware

I am soooo fed up with windows xp crashing on my computer so I want to get a reliable computer next time - any suggestions?

2007-06-01 03:04:32 · 19 answers · asked by baby 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-06-01 02:57:27 · 4 answers · asked by taf213 2 in Other - Hardware

The Pc:
80GB HDD, 50% free
256 MB RAM
2.4 GHZ Intel Processor
845 GVSR Motherboard
LG combo drive

I have tried various player softwares like powerdvd, real player etc but the movie is played like a slide show of pictures. No background softwares working while playing dvd. It plays vcds very well. cleaned the dvd.

How to set it Right, Any Ideas?

2007-06-01 02:37:05 · 3 answers · asked by James 2 in Desktops

2007-06-01 01:53:12 · 7 answers · asked by Joyce T 1 in Other - Hardware

2007-06-01 01:43:03 · 7 answers · asked by ozziesweetheart 1 in Other - Hardware

My motherboard says that it CAN boot to a flash drive, and this would come in handy since computer companies are getting cheap and just not putting in the floppy drives.

2007-06-01 01:37:31 · 3 answers · asked by Cant 1 in Other - Hardware

Sounds like it might braek down, is this because it is colder in the morning? It does'nt make this noise at other times of the day.

2007-06-01 01:36:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

u see i put my cup of "nesvita" a fiber drink... beside my laptop... and unfortunately it spill over my laptop's keyboard.... so automatically the power went off (my laptop is on when the liquid spill) so i immediately turn it upside down to make the excess liquid...come out...and i wipe it with tissue...but i'm pretty sure that there are still excess water left... after 25 minutes i remove the battery.... from my laptop.... i tried to open it... but unfortunately...it's not functioning... I accompany my mother to shop... after 6 hrs... i went to the repair shop (4 computers) and brought my laptop to the repair center.... do u think it will be saved/recover from the damage...? from the liquid spilled? the repairman told me to wait for 3-5 days.. i'm so scared... he also told me...that if it's not recovered... it will cost almost 600 bucks...for the "new" materials... my father will get mad at me.... is there any possibility my laptop will recovered/saved? pls ignore +whiz+ in my name.

2007-06-01 01:05:25 · 12 answers · asked by whiz_yojjy 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-06-01 01:04:26 · 8 answers · asked by Car freak 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

It needs to be light enough to carry around and not too expensive. Where should I go to get it?

2007-06-01 00:43:11 · 2 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Hardware

I have a Intel(R) 82845G/GL Graphics controller and i was wondering if anyone knew why the color is only 32bit i was hoping to get it to 256? or something higher. please help

2007-06-01 00:15:12 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

I have a few blank ink cartridge. The refilled cartridges cost only 5% of the price of a new cartridge but when I went to get the cartridge refilled, the technicians told since the head of the cartridge is jammed, the ink won't flow from it and there will no prints.

I want to know if there are some methods or chemicals to open the head of a black ink cartridge so that it may work again.

2007-06-01 00:08:29 · 3 answers · asked by Paresh P 1 in Printers