Hardware - October 2007

i just had to buy a new monitor becauste the older one just gone black, my question is if i must turn it off before turning off the voltage regulator or it doesn't mind if i leave it on and turn it off while turning off the regulator what gives my crt monitor a better care?

2007-10-19 08:15:01 · 6 answers · asked by Gaby 2 in Monitors

i recently bought a external hardrive for backing-up stuff and pictures anyway i need to transfer stuff between two computers and i dont want to pay for a pen drive is there anyway to use it on both computers? or is it restricted to 1 machine?

2007-10-19 08:13:11 · 3 answers · asked by catcavewarrior 2 in Add-ons

I sent a document to print to a non-working printer, then closed (without saving) the document, I do have a working printer also attached to my pc - but vista really is playing up - so i havnt got this document saved anywhere. all it is is that it shows up when i request to see the files on queue to print! It was a really long and important document - tht i shouldve saved but didnt!!!! badly need help asap! sum1 pls!!!!!!

2007-10-19 08:00:26 · 2 answers · asked by Amir A 2 in Printers

A freind offloaded an old computer, he assured m it worked.
When pluging it in the only thing that seemed to be working
was the fan. looking inside there was no RAM.Would it boot up at all with no RAM.?

2007-10-19 07:59:17 · 4 answers · asked by bilandtam 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-10-19 07:55:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

how do u close a window without using the mouse?

2007-10-19 07:51:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2007-10-19 07:43:38 · 2 answers · asked by Joshua W 1 in Desktops

at the moment I have 2.4 ghz duo core processor.
I was told that I could increase this to a higher level.
If I want to have a more powerful processor do I need to buy a whole new mother board ??

2007-10-19 07:32:25 · 4 answers · asked by derek r 1 in Desktops

2007-10-19 07:24:19 · 3 answers · asked by Penny M 2 in Desktops

Am transferring files from my PC to my new laptop but it says to "back up your system" before I do so. And if I don't, what will happen?

2007-10-19 07:11:46 · 3 answers · asked by This Guy's Awesome 2 in Desktops

Does anyone have any suggestions on what type of printer I should buy to print my custom wedding invitations? I am having trouble finding a color printer that will take various media sizes (ie: not 8 1/2 x 11, legal or 11x17). I'd appreciate any thoughts/suggestions!

2007-10-19 07:11:08 · 5 answers · asked by VandalFan 1 in Printers

I have an HP lcd monitor with the soft screen - the instructions say to clean with a damp cloth - but I have two kids and two godchildren who use this computer and I'm needing something a little stronger than plain water. What is safe to use on these soft plastic screens?

2007-10-19 06:31:15 · 7 answers · asked by kal2448 1 in Monitors

2007-10-19 06:24:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Printers

2007-10-19 05:20:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I have a LAPTOP at work that can do that (DELL Latitude D800). But I am looking for a flat screen being able to display 1900x1200 native resolution that is not 24 inches and over. Is this a marketing decision from the companies?

2007-10-19 05:18:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

(yes i know it's old)

2007-10-19 04:43:59 · 2 answers · asked by brat27272 1 in Add-ons

I have tried several attempts to fix my laptop. I recently had to format it and re-install Windows. Since then everything is working fine except the wireless modem.
I have downloaded drivers, unplugged and plugged in the hardware. I have also deleyed and reinstalled the Intel (R) software. Advice please

2007-10-19 04:32:45 · 2 answers · asked by Gef D 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

back in the morning and the hard drive was showing on "my computer" but when i tried opening it, it gave me an error message.??? what does this mean. what can i do to get advice from someone now!!!??

2007-10-19 04:30:36 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

If your computer does not have RAM, what types of files will you be unable to open, and why?

To me the answer would be obvious- if there is no Ram, you would not be able to maneuvor to open anything, but that is why I am asking you all:)

Thank you very much!

Is there a site I can reference this question

2007-10-19 04:30:24 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

when I open a photo editing program,it says that there is not enough memory
I have 2 gb of physical memory

2007-10-19 04:27:24 · 4 answers · asked by Nelson L 2 in Desktops

Hello, I wanna purchase the IMac for it's slick design and modern look. But mainly for the software like photo, band, and others. What do you think of IMac?

2007-10-19 04:26:43 · 4 answers · asked by angelikabertrand64 5 in Desktops

I have a new graphics card:Nvidia GeForce 8500 GT.Can I run a S-video cable from the back of my graphics card to the front inputs to my TV and use it as a monitor?Do you have any tips or advise on hooking it up?Thanks-I'm learning.

2007-10-19 03:20:40 · 6 answers · asked by TomatoMug 3 in Monitors

I get headaches when I read on a computer. If I read a book I have no problem. Will installing a glare filter on my monitor solve this problem? If not what will?

2007-10-19 02:16:59 · 2 answers · asked by wygot 1 in Monitors

2007-10-19 02:09:05 · 4 answers · asked by ELISHA W 1 in Monitors

My husband leaves his pc on for DAYS at a time and I am wondering if this is harmful to the life of the pc and it's components. It's just on for the sake of being on, he's not downloading/uploading/running programs. I'm concerned that he may be shortening the life expectancy of an otherwise perfectly healthy, virus free pc...lol. Please tell me what damage if any, is done by running home computers for DAYS and even WEEKS at a time with no shutdown.

2007-10-19 02:05:50 · 16 answers · asked by dacurious1 1 in Desktops

Hasn't been used for a few months and now the screen display is really dar - can hardly be seen. I've tried adjusting the sttings but this doesn't work. Any ideas as to what it could be & how to fix it?

It's never been used online or connected to other devices, so can't be a virus problem....

2007-10-19 01:54:26 · 2 answers · asked by indie_girl79 3 in Monitors

I was on it and it froze, so I attempted to turn it off because I couldn't do anything. I pressed the button and the screen went black, but all the little lights on it are still on, including the one that shows that it's running on the battery, meaning it definetly is still on.
If I hold down the power button, it either or beeps or the cd drive will light up, but that's it. The screen remains completely black no matter what I do.
I did notice before it froze that it was running off the battery, even though I had the power cord plugged in.
Ahhh what's wrong with it :(

2007-10-19 01:19:05 · 2 answers · asked by Your Highness 7 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have just enough saved to buy either one but not both
Which should i choose to buy first? The second item will be purchased after Xmas

2007-10-19 01:07:30 · 2 answers · asked by benj 2 in Add-ons

2007-10-19 01:06:52 · 3 answers · asked by Emmelle 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

i am using usb ,my laptop doesnt have an ethernet hookup or an ethernet card

2007-10-19 00:46:55 · 3 answers · asked by gerald l 1 in Laptops & Notebooks