Hardware - July 2007

computer

2007-07-12 03:30:28 · 3 answers · asked by screwball 1 in Other - Hardware

I just bought a laptop and I don't know what I need to make it wireless connection... do I just need a wireless card?

2007-07-12 03:28:53 · 4 answers · asked by Amanda 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-07-12 03:28:03 · 5 answers · asked by shambo 2 in Other - Hardware

2007-07-12 03:15:36 · 3 answers · asked by mchlbrink 1 in Other - Hardware

I have a problem in my PC. I usually played games in my PC but now I can't. When I play a game, after some time it freezes and PC locks-up, then I need to reboot. When the PC freezes, I hear a loud screech, an annoying loud sound. The PC works well for everything else than games. All games freeze randomly. My PC:

Mainboard : Gigabyte GA-8S648
Chipset : SiS 648
Processor : Intel Pentium 4 @ 3066 MHz
Physical Memory : 1024 MB (2 x 512 DDR-SDRAM )
Video Card : Nvidia Corp GeForce FX 5200 [NV34.3]
Hard Disk : ST3120022A (120 GB)
DVD-Rom Drive : HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GSA-4081B
CD-Rom Drive : ATAPI MS-8148C1
Monitor Type : SONY SDM-X73 - 17 inches
DirectX : Version 9.0c (Março 2006)
Operating System : Microsoft Windows XP Professional 5.01.2600 Service Pack 2

2007-07-12 02:22:29 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Where in the world is the dvdrom at on your computer ? Is it the disk holder that comes with it already ? or what ?

2007-07-12 02:10:58 · 3 answers · asked by kygl28 3 in Add-ons

There is two external SATA ports come with the main board, but I don't know what is for? I have external SATA hard drive encloser, but it connect to USB port, not SATA port. Any one knows what device that using external SATA port?

2007-07-12 02:06:03 · 3 answers · asked by Smith 2 in Other - Hardware

How can I tell if it's the wiring faulty or the unit? My computer shows 'Error Code 41'?

2007-07-12 01:54:38 · 5 answers · asked by Sandra T 1 in Other - Hardware

In my last question I told you guys how my computer couldn't find Windows XP after a power outage. I was able to use an XP CD to reinstall windows. I am not sure if I've lost all of my documents yet. So after installing, it takes me to another black screen with white lettering saying something like: we are sorry, windows cannot install. If this is due to a power outage or if you are not sure why, please pick the option closest to when your computer was last logged in. So it gives be 3 safe mode options, and the regular windows XP option. I've tried all of them, and it takes me right back to that same screen no matter what I do, help!

2007-07-12 01:52:22 · 2 answers · asked by angel 1 in Desktops

can i change to true colors and how do you do this. monitor worked very well before installing.

2007-07-12 01:47:50 · 6 answers · asked by sharftbl 1 in Monitors

I have a Dell D620 widescreen laptop and I want to know how to view powerpoint presentations in Full Screen mode on my Dell D620 or any other widescreen monitor. Currently, when I play presentation on my widescreen it doesn't go Full Screen, but instead it displays 2 black vertical bars on sides.

2007-07-12 01:30:39 · 5 answers · asked by patelkush 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

When i start my P.C. i get this error"SMART failure in hard disk drive 0. Back-up ur data and replace ur hard drive disk.
A failure may be imminent" and furthur the booting process does not take place. I want to retrive the data from the HDD ne how. How do i fix it?

2007-07-12 01:27:17 · 2 answers · asked by technomix 3 in Desktops

Is it safe to have two fish tanks so close to my computer? Does the water evaporation pose a huge threat to my computer being exposed to too much moisture in the air? Thanks :)

2007-07-12 01:14:34 · 4 answers · asked by Mizzy 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

Mobo light is green, but PSU doesn't want to turn on.

I bought a new PSU and that also doesn't want to turn on. I'm not sure if my motherboard isn't working or what. I need answers before I rebuild another computer. Thanks!

2007-07-12 01:05:37 · 2 answers · asked by Mooey 1 in Desktops

2007-07-12 00:56:52 · 1 answers · asked by shockoshocko 3 in Add-ons

I am buying a new computer from a shop that builds from scratch for you, I'm TRYING to educate myself but there is an awful lot to know and I think I could screw it up. I want the biggest and best I can get but I really don't know what that means! I want to run music, movies etc. Photos all the fun crap at the best power I can.... HELP??????? I need to decide on the processor, the memory and the RAM and also do I need to consider things like external drives, graphics cards etc.
PLEASE HELP ME!!!!
THANK YOU!!!!

2007-07-12 00:49:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I am thinking about upgrading from a Pentium D 3.0Ghz, to an Intel Core 2 Duo E6600. I just want to know if upgrading my MOBO is necessary. The MOBO came with a customized PC from Dell (XPS 400). I'm assuming since the Pentium D is dual-core, I should be able to upgrade without any problems, but I am a real noob when it comes to this kind of stuff. Please give me your input, thanks!

2007-07-12 00:31:48 · 3 answers · asked by merkajoe 1 in Desktops

I need to move my footer, but can't seem to be able to do it

2007-07-11 23:47:01 · 3 answers · asked by cobra 7 in Printers

when the computer is turned on it runs slow and not that much faster after that. there are no viruses etc.. to make it run slower so it has created a mystery. any help would be greatly appreciated.

2007-07-11 23:17:18 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Ive been busy with university and the only computer i have right now is a VAIO 2001 model (hooray for the fitty gig hard drive! lol :D), anyways now that summer is here I've decided to get a new laptop and neglect the sun some more.

2007-07-11 23:12:31 · 6 answers · asked by Brad Summa 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Hey all. I've got a new Dell Dimension E521 that came w/ integrated graphics. It's got a 305W power supply and I don't think (but don't quote me on this if you know better) it's got a power plug for a graphics card. I slapped a 256 MB nVidia 8500 GT in there (I've got a PCI express slot) and I'm not overly pleased with its performance in games, though I do think that Vista runs more smoothly now. As I understand it, my graphics card upgrade options are limited by my power supply. What do you think is the best graphics card that I could use in this situation? Maybe a higher end 7000 series or something else by ATI? Would an nVidia based 8600 card be significantly better? I know that this system is not a top of the line gaming machine or anything, but I want to see what my options are.

Thanks for the help folks!

2007-07-11 23:05:50 · 7 answers · asked by Mike D! 1 in Desktops

i am using my tv out but i can't get a picture? i have it on av, on the remote but its still blank. thanks.

2007-07-11 21:52:38 · 7 answers · asked by robert r 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I am reading the specs of Asrock AM2NF6G and its says it has a slot PCIE1 or PCI-Express Graphics Slot is this the new standard name for PCI-Express 16x?
Thanks in advance

2007-07-11 21:33:48 · 3 answers · asked by Esteban 3 in Other - Hardware

I don't know much about computers and I want to upgrade if I can. How can I get my computer to burn DVD's? I use Windows Media Player 10 to burn my CD's.

2007-07-11 21:26:45 · 7 answers · asked by Thomas S 2 in Add-ons

here are the specs:

Graphics Card: Nvidia 7600 GT

CPU: Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz

2 GB of RAM

Motherboard: Abit IT7 MAXv2.0

Power Supply: 500 Watt

2007-07-11 20:17:27 · 6 answers · asked by Jase 4 in Add-ons

i just bought this new web cam and its driver is a mini disk, can i use it on my acer aspire L310? im scared coz it may not let it out after i insert it! coz its so small! help!!!

2007-07-11 20:12:27 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I've been Liquid-Cooling my PC since January, and the Coolant has turned a Brownish, Oil-like Color. I know I probably should change the Fluid, but Why did this Happen?!?

I used the Green Coolant the Thermaltake Bigwater 735 came with!! It was a "UV Green" in Color, and Now its sort of like "10W-30", if I had to make a name for the Color...

So why would my Coolant turn to this Dark Color, in the first 6 Months of use?!?

Is this Normal?!?

2007-07-11 20:11:36 · 2 answers · asked by Diog 3 in Other - Hardware

OK, i have a Dell Dimension E520, it has 1 GB RAM, i want more RAM but i dont want to buy more from Dell because their RAM sucks and it is way overpriced. I want to know if i can keep the old RAM in the system and buy another GB of Crucial Ballistix, will it cause any problems? That way i will have 2 GB of RAM.....

Thanks

2007-07-11 19:58:07 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

well lets say i played this on xbox and really liked and so i got it on pc it jerks so bad i can hardly play it and yet need for speed carbon and need for speed most wanted work great. here are the specs of the computer:

Graphics Card: Nvidia 7600 GT

CPU: Pentium 4 2.8 Ghz

2 GB of RAM

Motherboard: Abit IT7 Max v2.0

Power Supply: 500 Watt

I have a ton of other games that require much more power and speed than LA Rush and all those games work great except this one could anyone tell my some reasons why i doesn't work well?

2007-07-11 19:52:41 · 3 answers · asked by Jase 4 in Other - Hardware

if anyone have this moniter.. you think it can handle it? since i play counter strike and all.. i want a better refresh rate

2007-07-11 19:49:32 · 2 answers · asked by Danny 1 in Monitors