Hardware - August 2007

Well my computer seems to run fine when I open big programs like photoshop and wmp together but for some reason when I play a mmorpg like Ragnarok Online it overheats within 30 minutes usually 15. I've checked the fans and checked if there was dust inside of my computer but I cleaned it months ago because the dust was causing it to overheat last time and it was working fine until about last month when this overheating problem started up again. My friend and I guessed that I needed a new computer fan. So is that right?

2007-08-15 13:23:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

had to reinstall win xp, created new user account, but used same name as before, now all files are unavailable.all files are still on my hard drive, virus scan and defragm. shows that files are there.tried to log on as admin, but no access to my files .no problems with net or sound files

2007-08-15 13:20:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I am interested in building a computer to play games on. I am looking pretty much for something that can run games like World of Warcraft. I am not too worried about price, as long as it doesn't go astronomical.

I would like a list of parts that I should look into getting and how exactly they are used and go together. I can do the basic putting together, meaning I can add ram, video cards, etc.

Anyway, what should I buy, what does it do, how does it go together.

2007-08-15 12:48:14 · 4 answers · asked by Mathew G 1 in Desktops

I have a HP Pavillion a1640n and i'm looking to be playing S.T.A.L.K.E.R on at full settings at 1280x1024 I want something that would last me awhile since my computer doesn't support SLI or Crossfire mode. Can someone help me out?

2007-08-15 12:43:43 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

Where can i get a LCD TFT 15.1 XGA Screen for laptop, Or Will any old working screens same size fit into this laptop.
I have searched ebay and no joy.
Can anybody tell me which other laptop screens will fit into this packard bell E2560 Easynote.

2007-08-15 12:36:25 · 2 answers · asked by claire1731manchester 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

Planning on selling and i would like to know the going price for the following desktop:

Pentium 4 2.8GHz/800MHz 1MB
512MB
40GB 7200RPM
48x32x48x16x CD-RW/DVD combo
10/100/1000
Windows XP Professional

PLEASE STATE ALL PRICES IN U.S. DOLLARS (USD)

2007-08-15 12:33:55 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

there is no scrolly thing on the bottom. Therefor, I cannot register to get on My Coke Rewards. This is making me crazy! Please help me so I can go on My Coke Rewards and can get this off my mind!

I just need to know if somehow you can readjust the screen so it it smaller.
-I tried to minimize the screen, but it still didn't readdjust and the scrolly thing on the bottom didn't appear as it usually does!

PLEASE HELP!

2007-08-15 12:32:03 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

how can u delete all the files on your hard drive manually w/ out using n e software

2007-08-15 12:21:38 · 4 answers · asked by dummy 1 in Desktops

I have a computer I got in '04 that I had to leave in storage when I moved from Arizona to where I live now. It's in your average storage locker at one of those places, but it's NOT temperature controlled. I haven't been able to go back since I left it there in February.. I was wondering if anyone has had any experience or knowledge on how a computer could survive in an area with 100+ heat for atleast 4 months out of the year. Is it likely that it will still work? Or will it just not boot up when I go to pick that and the rest of me belongings up? I'd appreciate HONEST and REAL answers from people.. none of those sacrastic responses saying I shouldn't have left it there.. thanks.

2007-08-15 12:17:18 · 8 answers · asked by Matt 1 in Desktops

OK HERE GOES currently got compaq 07d0h motherboard and amd athlon 2200+xp chipset, and 512mb ddr ram am looking for dual core processor and new motherboard and somrthing that will take 2048mb ram and two 500 gig hdd any suggestions will be greatly appreciated money is sort of limited so will be using sound and graphics card from this pc if you can reccomend anything it would be great

thanx in advance

2007-08-15 12:09:41 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Hi! I recently asked a question about wether I could upgrade my PC's processor. I called Alienware Tech Support, gave them my info, and said that I could. They then gave me two options on processors that I could have them install. Problem is, I'm a little strapped for cash, so I'd rather get it from a place like Newegg. I asked him if I bought one from a store and installed it, what would happen, and he said it would void my warranty. Should I take that risk, or should I just save up?

2007-08-15 12:07:22 · 2 answers · asked by TheCheese33 1 in Desktops

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=bKAsdL9bZQY

2007-08-15 12:05:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

hi i was wondering if i could play Guild Wars Prophocies and World of Warcraft on this Video Card ATI RADEON XPRESS 200M Series (ATI Radeon Xpress Series (0x5A62))

2007-08-15 12:03:47 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

i just got a new computer and i need to know how can i transport all of my pictures from my old computer to my new comuter. also i need to do the same thing with my itunes account how do i do these? i tried and tried i did everything but got no results can someone please help me? thank you very much in advance.

2007-08-15 11:43:00 · 2 answers · asked by RTERYRT7YRTYR Y 1 in Desktops

Everytime I try to install something onto my computer (MP3 player, digital camera) It installs, then says there was a problem installing and none of it works. I have tried everything I can, including choosing my own paths from where to intsall from and nothing works. Any suggestions?

2007-08-15 11:28:59 · 1 answers · asked by hakkesho_kaiten 1 in Other - Hardware

I want to get the white Macbook with 80gb of hard drive. I have to wait until my birthday in october to get it though.

I'm afraid that with all the extra stuff that leopard has that it will take up too much of the hard drive space.

I will use the computer for school papers, internet, instant messaging, and downloading music. I may install photoshop just to play with when i'm bored.

Do you think leopard will take up a lot of hard drive space?

2007-08-15 11:24:24 · 2 answers · asked by Hailey 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Is it possible to read data off of a burnt dvd such as setup files and games set up files if I only have a reguler cd player on my computer? Do not have Dvd player Not to sure which kind it is.

2007-08-15 11:18:51 · 2 answers · asked by yrunhi 2 in Other - Hardware

are Gateways good computers? i am thinking of selling my laptop and get another PC.

2007-08-15 11:12:04 · 9 answers · asked by leesh!! 2 in Desktops

Can I have channels of other countries using a Tv-Tuner card on my computer and if it is possible, How can I do it?

2007-08-15 11:09:09 · 4 answers · asked by johntheghost 1 in Other - Hardware

At night when i put my computer on stand bye.It shuts down fine but I can hear the hard drive still running.I have 2 hard drives in my computer.I have been up at diffrent hours of the night and the hard drive is run.After i bring computer off stand bye i don't have any trouble.
I have ask computer repair person about it,that even stumped him.so please helps me.

2007-08-15 11:00:17 · 4 answers · asked by kenworth_42754 1 in Desktops

Ok I have just recently rebuilt myself a new computer but have kept my old 6800xt gpu and if I go into my system settings is says that I have DX10, now I know this sounds dumb but its crazy. Unless NVIDIA is trying to rip us off then there is something wrong. Here is the systen info. http://groups.msn.com/DarkWolfHome/shoebox.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=1

2007-08-15 10:22:29 · 4 answers · asked by mahlstedtat 3 in Desktops

I am going to build a computer that will be good for music production software. I believe building it would be cheaper?

What is best AMD athlon 64 x2 dual core or Intel Core2 Duo ?

My head has pickled trying to decide my budget is around £100.00 for the processor. Thanks if you can help

2007-08-15 10:13:38 · 3 answers · asked by dazzyfresh 1 in Desktops

well my hard drive just got replaced because it was making sounds, freezing, and turning off on me, then yesterday i fell asleep, my computer was on(i was scanning my computer and had yahoo messenger and firefox running) then when i woke up i checked on the computer and none of the programs that were running were open, it was like the computer was just turned on/restarted. i dont know if i should be worried since my computer is running like new and it hasnt done anything of what i mentioned above(stuff that happened when my hard drive was still broken)

is there a way to check what happened to my computer or should i just leave it alone?

2007-08-15 09:48:58 · 4 answers · asked by jc 1 in Desktops

My aircard number is PC5740. I installed the software that I got with the aircard. It doesn't seem to be compatible. What do I have to do?

2007-08-15 09:37:21 · 1 answers · asked by taninwinter 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

when i use ctrl alt delete to open the task manager, this error message shows up, i can't type what it all says, but i made a screen shot of it:

http://i13.tinypic.com/4th71ih.jpg

how can i fix this?

2007-08-15 09:33:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I have an error 25 on my old mother board so I bought a new motherboard, cpu, power supply, ram, all that can or could be wrong with the assoicated error. I installed all componets and I'm getting the same error on a new motherboard? Anyone?

2007-08-15 09:29:47 · 2 answers · asked by mike c 2 in Desktops

2GB kit (1GBx2), Ballistix Tracer 240-pin DIMM (with LEDs), DDR2 PC2-5300 memory module

here is link
http://www.crucial.com/uk/store/mpartspecs.aspx?mtbpoid=9903815DA5CA7304

any cheap one that has the same performs...with LED lights

2007-08-15 09:27:34 · 2 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

i would like to know seperately how much maximum sd-RAM can be increased on p3 , on p4 , on dual core.
Also as per the operating system ie: win98, win2000, win XP support how much maximum sd-RAM ?
please i am more interested for data of p3.

2007-08-15 09:22:40 · 7 answers · asked by farid d 1 in Desktops

i have a dell inspiron with wi-fi and a epson printer/scanner/copier and i'm fed up with taking the laptop upstairs to the printer to plug it in to print! can i just get a dongle or something similar???

2007-08-15 09:22:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

What is an 'expanded ink' cartridge? ( im having problems with my epson stylus CX5000..)
answer the QUESTION please?

2007-08-15 09:08:28 · 2 answers · asked by ¤AFTERN00N L0VAH¤ 2 in Printers