Hardware - September 2007

I want to print pictures, scan, copying is not so much an issue, but not unwanted exactly, a place for a memory card would be great. My camera likes to die(: I print a lot, so the speed of printing sort of matters. Portability not such an issue. I'm not really looking to spend more than let's say $250 (at the absolute most, cheaper would be gReAt) Thank you for ur help!!

2007-09-27 12:25:14 · 3 answers · asked by sugarbabyz06 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I need help with a TI-83 Plus. I have this problem where whenever I turn it on, the screen displays really weird lines. I can distinctly see the x and y axes, but anytime I press a number, it just makes more lines. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

2007-09-27 12:21:41 · 3 answers · asked by djibouti1989 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

i think that the intel GMA X3000 is the best but i see also the radeon x1250 and the nvidia geforce 7150 so i'am a bit confused
there will be GMA X3500 soon and that's the ultimate one
but i'm on a harry
note:
1-may be i am missing any thing so if there is other models of GPUs please refer to
2-please tell me the best GPU and in which Motherboard
Thanks alot.

2007-09-27 12:08:28 · 2 answers · asked by sox7000 1 in Other - Hardware

I installed a game and axtive x as well, but when i push play a box pops up and says your game has encountered an unexpected error and has crashed. What do I need to do?

2007-09-27 12:00:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

ok i still cant belive it that my new vf700cu2 cooled my xfx7900gs 50degrees cooler!and quiet!but will taking off the heatsinks included mess up anything?

2007-09-27 11:54:46 · 4 answers · asked by Mi 3 in Add-ons

Here's the story bought a new NVidia GeForce FX5200 about two months ago and installed it and everything worked great for about a month. Then on Labor Day i got a problem with my PC. Message saying "IRQ L less than or not equal to" After that i re-installed windows and then it was good for about a week. Then after that it stopped working The IRQ L message always popped up. Had to go to get it rapaired. The guy at the computer shop puts in a new motherboard and a new power supply box. He told me not to put the video card because the motherboard will overheat and not work. The video card is in perfect condition and i Don't know whether to listen to him or not or what should i do. I need expert advise.

2007-09-27 11:48:32 · 3 answers · asked by Snuggle 2 in Add-ons

How do i use riva tuner to overclock my geforce 8600 gts 512mb card? i downloaded it etc. but i have never used anything glike this before!

2007-09-27 11:31:36 · 2 answers · asked by brussels152 1 in Add-ons

i got a new printer..
LEXMARK SERIES 1200
and i dont know where i put the cd,
how else can i install it?

2007-09-27 11:07:39 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

Does any RAM work in a Laptop as well as a Desktop?

I Just got some RAM for a laptop and i'm unsure of the above

2007-09-27 11:05:54 · 7 answers · asked by Aah-Bisto 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I need a computer that can handle Game Design & Programming, but I don't know what hardware the computer should have regarding HD space, memory, processor speed, video & sound cards? Also, what brand name should I trust? Overall, I'm wondering what brands & hard ware would best suit my needs. I saw an HP Pavillion Media Center Desktop (Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q6600, 3 GB RAM, 640 GB Hard Drive) for just under $1200 (on Amazon). I'm not sure if this is overkill or if the Quad Processor fits my needs - or will a Dual Core will be enough - I don't want something that'll cause delays as I try to test games I design & my husband feels a HD with 250 GB's is more than enough. Any help? I refuse to use Dell's, I've had terrible experiences w/them. I am on a budget, which makes a package system that's upgradable seems the best route to me. I'd like it to last for at least three years without dying on me. Advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

2007-09-27 11:01:58 · 3 answers · asked by turtlegrrl 4 in Desktops

Any recommemdations? I have a modern system - P35-DS3R mobo in raid 0 using intel matrix storage manager. I want a way to make a complete backup including master boot record and the asbility to set replacment disc as active partition in case of a hdd disaster

2007-09-27 10:57:47 · 3 answers · asked by Dave M 1 in Add-ons

2007-09-27 10:57:36 · 4 answers · asked by jhun 1 in Add-ons

2007-09-27 10:47:28 · 2 answers · asked by snshine1083 1 in Other - Hardware

I am using a ASUS A8V Deluxe MOB with 1GB DDR, 2x Athlon 3800+ CPU and a ATI X850 XT graphics card...

...i want to upgrade my card does anyone know a compatible card?...

...OR do you think it would be easier to get a new machine?

Thanks! :O)

2007-09-27 10:40:31 · 5 answers · asked by Rich 2 in Add-ons

2007-09-27 10:33:54 · 4 answers · asked by franknbeans127 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

i don't know what to do my recovery drive is full also,and i have no idea whats happening ,i have a hp pavilion t3701 vista basic ,preinstallrd ,i messed up making my recovery discs and now all i envisage 600€ going down the drain.i originally had 512mb i'm stunned.

2007-09-27 10:27:26 · 10 answers · asked by fergal m 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I am overclocking my Q6600 and have hit a wall staying stable at 4Ghz.

I can run stable at 3.6Ghz , but anything over that, the system will boot into windows up to 4Ghz, but any attempt to run Prime95 the pc restarts automatically.

Now I am thinking the issue is with my PSU. I currently have the Antec Phantom 500, it has 2x 12v rails.
12v1 = 17amps
12v2 = 18amps
for a total of 35amps.

I know the cpu is using 1 of the rails to itself.
Now is it possible that the cpu is trying to pull in more than 17 or 18 amps when overclocked above 3.6Ghz , and since the rails are capped at 20amps the cpu isn't getting the amps it requires, hence causing the restarts?

2007-09-27 09:23:54 · 2 answers · asked by Venom 5 in Other - Hardware

How do i find out if my motherboard suppeorts AGP 4X OR 8X?

2007-09-27 09:13:06 · 2 answers · asked by Vivek K 2 in Add-ons

I have recently bought a new laptop and plugged in my old eyetoy camera but it says i need the software disc to install the camera?Can I find the software on the internet or can I do it without the disc any other way?Please help!!

2007-09-27 09:08:53 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I am trying to find out the component number of my laptop video card. Can anybody help me.

2007-09-27 08:44:19 · 3 answers · asked by ak 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

i bought one of those vinyle stickers for my laptop from staples...and i'm sick of looking at it and was wondering how do i get the sticky stuff off of my computer?

2007-09-27 08:28:55 · 16 answers · asked by Tara 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I just recived my q6600 processor and it came with a fan. on the Bottom of the heat sink there is 3 strips of what looks like thermal paste or something. should i wipe it off and use my own or should i just use theres im not OC'ing

2007-09-27 08:28:08 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

its keep making noise as if i am downloading or playing games online

2007-09-27 08:11:08 · 11 answers · asked by ziggey_uk 1 in Other - Hardware

I want a very good fuctional memory stick or flash drive watever you call it or an external hard drive that I can put all my video and music from my pc on. I'm looking to spend maybe 15-30$. So far I have over 15gb of videos and music on my pc. maybe a small 10gb stick will do or even an 8gb. Thanks to all in advance.

2007-09-27 07:51:51 · 4 answers · asked by Criss86 1 in Add-ons

the scrolling speed for the pointer?

2007-09-27 07:42:29 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-09-27 07:41:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I'm looking to upgrade the 40gb hard drive on my laptop to a 120gb. The 2 models that I've narrowed my search down to are Western Digitals WD1200VE and Toshiba's MK1234GAX. As far as reliability and performance go which company should I go with?

2007-09-27 07:18:12 · 7 answers · asked by sdavid79 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

yeah im looking for both a good Camera and notebook with a reasonal price Help please?

also do you actually have to buy the softwear for a notebook?

2007-09-27 07:14:53 · 1 answers · asked by LuckyJrr. 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

When i turn on my pc the manufatuarers name comes up every time i turn it on, Is there anyway of removing this ?

2007-09-27 07:12:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

is it cheaper to buy a pre-built pc or build one yourself?

2007-09-27 07:08:57 · 6 answers · asked by siddiqansari8 2 in Desktops