Hardware - July 2007

2007-07-22 04:33:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

i have a "DELL DIMENSION 3000 WINDOWS XP HOME EDITION" computer and i want to know how to reset my harddrive back to the factory settings

2007-07-22 04:06:21 · 5 answers · asked by Chris 2 in Desktops

I have a computer, everything in it was brought seperately, but the motherboard is stock (not sure what brand).

The hard drive itself is from Western Digital (40GB)
There's a secondary 250 HD (not plugged in)
CD-R/RW and DVD Drives (1 of each)

Here's the situation... I turn the computer on and everything is working normally. Usually it will continue to work normally until I lock my session and leave the computer for a few hours and when I come back the computer has restarted itself.

Also when I'm working on it every so often, I can hear the hard drive stop spinning then begin again, and of course when the hard drive stops spinning the computer locks up and I'm forced to restart it.

I've done virus/spyware/trogan scans and nothing so it's not a virus... any other ideas? I'm open for ideas

2007-07-22 03:58:29 · 8 answers · asked by Buster 3 in Desktops

Recently lines have been flickering on my screen, and i reduced my refresh rate from 75 to 60 which helped, but the lines keep coming back. My monitor might be getting worn out, but this is a real nice monitor and i was wondering if there's a way i could fix it? Thanks

2007-07-22 03:52:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

is it trying to tell me I'm ugly - lol!! Seriously though it keeps doing it when I try to use it, its doing my head in now, whats going on, any ideas? anyone else had this problem?

2007-07-22 03:31:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I am needing to buy a computer that will be good for my kids and myself for school. I know my kids will be wanting to buy games also so I need enough memory for that too. My question is how much memory do I need for this, and if you have any suggestions on a brand please tell me. I know how to use a computer but I know nothing about what I need in it.

2007-07-22 03:21:12 · 10 answers · asked by Kari M 2 in Add-ons

I encounter too many problems with window xp so i decide to install window 98 instead.Well, after i installed window 98, there was this colour problem.The colour of my desktop looks just wrong.Thanks...

2007-07-22 03:04:56 · 4 answers · asked by Nurra Nurra 2 in Desktops

i need to stop the touch pad clicking every time i use it

2007-07-22 02:50:35 · 5 answers · asked by krazybargains 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-07-22 02:19:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I was working on my pc, it suddenly froze... it tried to reset, and turn on/off.. but couldn't... had to resort to pulling the power cable out. Now my pc wont boot up at all. When i switch it on, the lights light up on the base, and i can hear the whirring of the fans, but it doesn't boot up at all (no dos/bios... no nothing!)... i cant open the cd or dvd drives, and pressing the on/off switch or reset buttons doesn't do anything!! Any suggestions on how to recify this would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks for your time!!

2007-07-22 01:28:51 · 11 answers · asked by Cheeky_spice 1 in Desktops

Whenever i play Call OF Duty, my computer sometimes crashes and shows a blue screen saying 'Beggining To Dump Physical Memory." What does that mean and why do i keep getting it? Is there a way for this to stop?

2007-07-21 19:25:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I have an old computer, a no-name I built in a class. I have added memory, improved the operating systems, added storage, replaced the video card but I finally wore out my old CD-Rom and had to retire it.

Got a good deal on a CD-RW/DVD-Rom to replace the crapped out CD-Rom, and it works very well in that capacity, and also works well in burning CD's. But DVD playback sucks.

Anybody know any easy ways to smooth this out? My processor is 800 MHz. I don't really have to have it, but it would be nice if I could. (I've got enough DVD players attached to TVs, but it would be nice if I could play DVDs on my computer.)

If I'm SOL that's no big deal.

2007-07-21 18:59:07 · 6 answers · asked by Warren D 7 in Add-ons

Ok my compaq presario (Model #: c551nr) i run on windows vista .... but when it doesint come with alot of memory well not at all i like to play games On the computer downloadable (sorta like flight sims wich require 1g stuff like that) where is the best place to buy some memory please help???

2007-07-21 18:44:40 · 3 answers · asked by Robert 2 in Other - Hardware

I am making my first desktop computer. I followed the directions and put everything in but the computer would come on for 4-5 secs and then go off.

Then I decided to take out everything except the mobo and the power supply connecting it but its still doing it. It will come on and then go off. The mobo's light is on (green) so it is getting power.

The motherboard is ASUS M2N SLI and the power supply is Antec ATX 650 Watt. The case is Antec P180 if that makes a difference. The power supply's fan also comes on.

I am just wondering what maybe wrong as I have spent 3-4 hours on this and can't figure it out. Can someone please help me out on this?

2007-07-21 18:38:17 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Where is a good place to sell older computer parts OTHER than Ebay

2007-07-21 17:43:06 · 3 answers · asked by Vulcan 1 5 in Desktops

about intel brands....

2007-07-21 17:36:23 · 3 answers · asked by sunny 2 in Other - Hardware

If i have a MacBook, will i be able to download programs (adobe reader, etc) from websites such as downloan.com? Or would MacBook probihit users to use those programs/softwares?

I am looking forward to buying a MacBook for the most basic usage. internet, microsoft office (for mac), music, movies...that's all i can think of...once in awhile, rarely, i will purchase some software for educational purposes...is that true that nowadays many softwares are compatible with MAC?

Anything else i should be aware of when making a decision whether to buy a Mac or Windows?

2007-07-21 17:03:34 · 7 answers · asked by tsf_michelle 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

My friend's ex-boyfriend took her dell laptop and won't give it back. Is there anything the police can do if she goes to them and report it? If the police can't do anything, can dell do anything to the laptop like prevent the ex- from using it or anything like that?

2007-07-21 16:24:16 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I want to add more Ram,can I tell what my Ram card is without taking the computer apart.
In other words how can I tell what card I am currently useing.

2007-07-21 16:21:21 · 6 answers · asked by Vulcan 1 5 in Desktops

My internet constantly cuts out and as i`m not a computery person i`ve no idea how to fix it,i`ve followed the instructions on fixing it,turning the router off,checking all cables then switching back on and it`ll be fine for a while then do it again,this happens constantly throughout the day!

Is there any way i can fix it permanently?I switch my computer off at night so it`s not left running,advice appreciated thanx.

2007-07-21 16:09:00 · 2 answers · asked by onlyme 5 in Other - Hardware

If I want to add more RAM do I have to replace something or just add a new part into my computer..?

The reason Im wondering this is my computer is a 2003 Model
with 256 MB of Ram and I just got a junker 2006 Model with I believe 512 MB of Ram,can I take parts out of this computer to put into mine like the extra RAM or ??

2007-07-21 16:03:28 · 3 answers · asked by Vulcan 1 5 in Desktops

I need to try to use a boot disk on a friends HP desktop but it is one of the Slimline ones & they say that it does not have a 3.5" drive.
How can I do the boot disk in this case as it will not boot up on it's own for some reason?

Can I use a CD or flash drive in place of the 3.5" drive?

2007-07-21 15:47:30 · 6 answers · asked by MrBret 3 in Desktops

another 768 mb of ram to make 1 gb.I will be using it for internet.

2007-07-21 15:40:53 · 8 answers · asked by snowboy 3 in Desktops

These 3 processes take up some cpu usage, But this never happend untill I installed a 2nd burner. I recently took the 2nd burner out and I still have the trouble with my cam. Sometimes my keyboard has trouble with the return key. any ideas?

2007-07-21 15:30:28 · 1 answers · asked by PixieStix 2 in Add-ons

okay i have a emachine M2352. And it will not power on. I was told that the power ribbon cable may have come loose, or disconnected, should i worry about anything else like the motherboard, or any other idea's of what it could be!? - - I also baught a new ac adapter so i know its not that - - Thanks for the Help!

2007-07-21 15:00:36 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Just got computer.

2007-07-21 14:20:41 · 1 answers · asked by crash2482006 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-07-21 14:08:20 · 2 answers · asked by mustangannie 1 in Desktops

I need some clarification.

The GeForce 8800 320MB (http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16814130082) requires 12v@26A from the power supply and I am having difficulty finding such a PSU. I assume the wire in this pic (http://tinyurl.com/33hl4a) connects the 6 pin PCIe to the 12V wire on the power supply.

So my question is, will a PSU with multiple 12V wires (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817153029) at different amperes (14A and 15A) power up the video card when I connect both 12V wires? Do the amperes add up together? (29A)

2007-07-21 14:07:35 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2007-07-21 13:41:36 · 8 answers · asked by Linda H 1 in Printers

2007-07-21 12:40:08 · 6 answers · asked by nanny chris w 7 in Printers