Hardware - September 2007

2007-09-13 14:45:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I just upgraded an old computer i had lying around to windows xp, more ram and hardrive, etc. The back of the computer has two USB 1.0 ports, and everything i need to run with them is usb 2.0. Are there any items out there I can plug into the port to convert everything to 2.0? Like at one end a 1.0 drive, leading to a 2.0 on the other?

Links would be much appreciated :)

2007-09-13 14:36:20 · 4 answers · asked by sprelletz 2 in Add-ons

My friend gave me a vacation DVD that she made herself during her trip overseas. Unfortunately I have a CDRW and unable to watch the DVD clips. Is there a way I can watch these? I don't have a DVD player at home. Is there any software that can enable me to watch without a DVD player.

2007-09-13 14:33:34 · 2 answers · asked by sweet_16 1 in Add-ons

i tried using the find printer function in the file section of ms word but it says the directory service is currently unavailible. HELP

2007-09-13 14:17:03 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

why is there not any dell inspiron notebook coupons

2007-09-13 14:03:08 · 2 answers · asked by footballfreak200666 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-09-13 14:02:30 · 3 answers · asked by oanna 1 in Desktops

I have McAfee installed on my computer and it seems as if it has expired I want to remove it from my Laptop but it wont uninstall and i cant even open the program. I know there is a way to get it off my system completely. Please tell me how. Thanks in advence.

I have a toshiba Satellite running Windows Vista. I am pretty sure McAfee came with the computer.

2007-09-13 13:52:52 · 4 answers · asked by manky w 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I'm wanting to buy a new graphics card, and replace the X300/x550 that's in my computer now. But, I only have a 300W PSU, I was wondering, if I could buy an 8800 GTS and if it would work with a 300W PSU? Can anyone help me or tell me what graphics card that will allow me to run pretty much all high settings with no lag, and pretty pretty steady frames on a 300W PSU?

2007-09-13 13:38:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I currently have a Compaq presario SR1214NX and it came with a 512 stick of RAM (PC 3200) If i buy a 1 GB stick is it possible to install it in the slot next to it or does the computer require to have side by side matching RAM (ex: two 512 sticks or two GB sticks) I'm looking for a crucial RAM stick. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

2007-09-13 13:26:18 · 8 answers · asked by triplesixkoe 2 in Add-ons

The sound on the laptop works just fine but when i put in my headphones there won't be any sound. Does anyone know why this is or how I can fix it?

2007-09-13 13:25:19 · 7 answers · asked by Justwondering 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-09-13 13:16:52 · 6 answers · asked by Keith M 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

??
I hear that the 8600GT is DX10, does that mean I need Vista? Please explain thanks.

2007-09-13 13:12:36 · 4 answers · asked by Jackman C 2 in Other - Hardware

I have a message when I load my settings which reads: "Error Loading C:\PROGRA~1\MYWEBS#1\bar\4.bin\MWSBAR.DLL

I am positive that this is the problem with my loss of sound as I have tried everything with the drivers and volume control and sound settings etc (see my last question) but to no avail. All help much appreciated. thankyou.

2007-09-13 13:07:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Ok, I need to make my computer faster, and here are the current specs:
processor: Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4ghz
video card: Geforce 7600GS
ram: 1gb

I am contemplating whether or not to purchase a Geforce 8600GTS and 2gb of ram, or just one of the two.
If I were to choose one of em, which one should I buy?

Thanks

2007-09-13 12:59:16 · 7 answers · asked by Jackman C 2 in Other - Hardware

I Have A WinBook SI Laptop And The Original Battery.
The SI Battery Will Only Charge To 16% and Then My Laptop Stops Charging It?
16% Battery Charge Will Only Last Long Enough to Shut Down.

2007-09-13 12:40:54 · 8 answers · asked by beastyboysrule 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

Edition can only support 1 microprocessor http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/windowsxp_home_pro.asp. Does this mean i have to upgrade to Windows XP Professional to get my Duo CPU to run at full capacity? I'm not the most computer savvy so bear with me. Thanks for your time

2007-09-13 12:39:06 · 3 answers · asked by pav2873 2 in Desktops

I got a new laptop but everytime i close it it turns off the internet i was told you can change the settings to keep the internet connection on even when i shut my laptop.

So does anyone know how to change the settings?

2007-09-13 12:22:49 · 3 answers · asked by Lizzy 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

My parents tell me I spend too much time ont the computer editing my videos. I want to burn DVD's as well, my computer won't do that either. I have DVD-R's that say 16x on the side. Anyway, Should I ask for a laptop or argue for more time on the computer? If I were to get a laptop What kind?

2007-09-13 12:22:25 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

when i first got it it use to last a long time without the charger now it only last like 20 mins without charger should i change battery, can i request that only ppl who are familiar with laptops or pl who are experts answers this question?

2007-09-13 12:17:49 · 4 answers · asked by I'm a monster 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

a logitech webcam

2007-09-13 12:16:19 · 2 answers · asked by Toria P 1 in Add-ons

i need one and how do i find out which kind i need from the store?

2007-09-13 12:15:20 · 3 answers · asked by Mrs. Albers 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Does this Motherboard support this RAM ?

motherboard:
http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2563503&sku=I69-2145

RAM:
http://www.tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=2967705&Sku=P33-5002

2007-09-13 12:04:47 · 2 answers · asked by Unanswered 1 in Other - Hardware

last known event was it turn off by itself.
After that happen, i can't turn on my computer.
when i press the power button, the fan and light go on for couple of seconds then it turn off. Can't even get close to the Dos start up screen.

Does this mean my cpu burned? or other problems.

I tried reset the motherboard but still didn't work.
i took out the cpu but it doesn't look like its burned.
I checked all the wires, they all fit tightly

2007-09-13 11:58:45 · 7 answers · asked by i_didnt_have_a_name 2 in Desktops

one day I hit something on my laptop and the bottom bar is now on the right side of my laptop instead of the bottom. How do i put that bar back at the bottom?

2007-09-13 11:51:27 · 10 answers · asked by Tiffany B 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

i just bought thid new computer(dell c 521 dimension) and i want to give it a better graphics card. the problem is... the compuer is 2 skinny fo any of the cards avalible! if u know a card that will fit this computer.... TELL ME!!!

2007-09-13 11:09:37 · 4 answers · asked by iambungeeman 2 in Add-ons

i just bought thid new computer(dell c 521 dimension) and i want to give it a better graphics card. the problem is... the compuer is 2 skinny fo any of the cards avalible! if u know a card that will fit this computer.... TELL ME!!!

2007-09-13 11:08:35 · 2 answers · asked by iambungeeman 2 in Add-ons

I was told by a friend that when you surf the web with a wireless card , your MAC address is located on the motherboard. I thought MAC addresses were coming
with the Wireless adaptor??

2007-09-13 10:58:15 · 2 answers · asked by George 1 in Desktops

I want to get a good computer but my dad only wants me to get a Sony.
he told me all the other computer manufactures suck.
My dad only buys Sony products.
He said if it wasn't for Sony there would be no computers.
I told him I wanted to check around but dad yelled at me and said no other computer can match a Sony for speed and performance.
Dad will not talk to me if I buy a different manufacturer.
Is Sony really the best?
Are there no companies who can measure up to Sony?

2007-09-13 10:39:00 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-09-13 10:37:31 · 6 answers · asked by go leafs p 1 in Desktops

I shall re-phrase the question.
I have installed a 250GB hard drive onto my computer, leaving the 80GB hard drive as the master. My OS is windows XP home ed. The only way to find the new hard drive is going into my computer then the C drive properties. No icon appears on the main screen of my computer when clicked. When trying to format the new drive, i can only format the C from the menu.

2007-09-13 10:07:34 · 11 answers · asked by runes12002 1 in Other - Hardware