Hardware - October 2007

Hello , I have a toshiba satellite A100 with specs :

type : Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology featuring Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor T5600, Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG network connection and Intel® 945GM Express chipset
clock speed : 1.83 GHz
Front Side Bus : 667 MHz
2nd level cache : 2 MB

standard : 512 MB
maximum expandability : 4,096 MB
technology : DDR2 RAM (533 MHz)

size : 15.4 "
type : Toshiba TruBrite® WXGA TFT display
internal resolution : 1,280 x 800
Graphics adapter manufacturer : Intel®
type : 945GM Express chipset
memory amount : up to 128 MB
memory type : DDR2 RAM (UMA)
Internal video modes resolution : 1,280 x 800
maximum number of colours : 16.7 million
Max. external video modes max. resolution : 2,048 x 1,536
max. colours : 4.3 billion
max. refresh rate : 100 Hz
non-interlaced resolution with max. refresh rate : 1,600 x 1,200



sorry for listing all these details but I didn't know what you need to know exactily

2007-10-08 08:24:54 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

cite ur sources please :)

2007-10-08 08:21:50 · 3 answers · asked by Rwar 2 in Desktops

2007-10-08 08:20:57 · 1 answers · asked by Karen I 1 in Monitors

2007-10-08 08:20:29 · 16 answers · asked by M 1 in Desktops

When I go into the above,click on start up, the only progs I recognise are my security progs. Can I delete the rest or seeing as I dont really know whats going on should I leave well alone. The reason I was contemplating this is because my Comp. is a little slow on start up. Any info will be appreciated. Thanks

2007-10-08 08:16:01 · 4 answers · asked by Gary Crant 7 in Laptops & Notebooks

Board: SiS-648
P4 2.8ghtz
1g Ram
RADEON 9600 AGP


This was actually a replacement video card from a supposed faulty NVIDIA card. The original motherboard was also replaced prior to the graphics card replacement.

Everytime i try to play an installed game with 3D graphics, it freezes and I have to restart.
2D games play fine and no problems with video playback.

I sense theres a problem with the video card processing or the processor itself. The fan is running fine on the card and so is the CPU fan.

Do you think it could be a problem with the CPU? motherboard? graphics card?

2007-10-08 08:12:28 · 5 answers · asked by Ryan the wizard 2 in Desktops

2007-10-08 08:06:29 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Monitors

I was trying to format the hard drive and reinstall Windows XP. My Dell would not read the CD ROM so I replaced it with a new one. I used my current Windows XP to install it and it is working fine. The problem is that when I try to boot from the CD, the computer bypasses it and goes straight to the old Windows. I entered "setup" by using the DEL key when I booted, and I checked to see if the CD ROM was #1 on the list--and it is. So why won't my computer boot from the CD ROM? It always used to work before the old CD ROM was broken. But for some reason it won't boot from the hard drive with the new one, even though Windows XP "found" it and says it is peroperly installed. When I go into the BIOS (aka "setup") after pressing the delete key at start-up, it says "ATAPI CD ROM." This is always waht it used to say, so I don't know what I should do...please help.

2007-10-08 07:56:50 · 4 answers · asked by A. J. 1 in Other - Hardware

Or at least thats what my computer says.
Yes, my laptop is junk, and I will buy a new one. (My laptop is a Compaq Presario 700)
At full charge, my laptop says it will run for 3 MIN. on battery. I tried leaving it on longer, and it lasted for about 20-40MIN. On battery or so. I will buy a new laptop around December or so, so I don't want to spend the money on a new battery.

Can someone PLEASE help?

2007-10-08 07:40:41 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I didnt do anything to it but i think it started after i got a new sound card installed beacuse after that my games started lagging what should i do ?!?!

2007-10-08 07:32:04 · 5 answers · asked by joseph w 1 in Desktops

ive recently tried to use a dedicated dvi cable running from my ati 1900xt card to a dvi input on a monitor,ive got picture,but its got a covering of sparklies(dots) randomly over the screen,everything runs fine and 'underneath' the image seems ok,at the mo im using a standard vga lead with a dvi adaptor at one end(card) and also reverting back to a vga input monitor,all runs perfect like this,any dvi settings to be made? or quality of cable?

thanks

2007-10-08 07:27:37 · 2 answers · asked by =)) 3 in Monitors

how do i erase computer disc to instal.windows ''xp''..which i have purshased...i am a computer DUH...thanks

2007-10-08 07:25:43 · 3 answers · asked by ? 6 in Desktops

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/HP-Pavilion-dv6589us-15-4-Widescreen-Laptop-Computer-DV6589US/sem/rpsm/oid/185878/catOid/-12963/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do or http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/HP-Pavilion-dv9548us-17-Widescreen-Laptop-Computer/sem/rpsm/oid/185625/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do#tabs especially for naruto narutimate hero 3 & naruto shippuuden narutimate accel PS2

2007-10-08 07:13:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Specifically how do you take it apart to get to the mem slots?

2007-10-08 07:09:08 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

ok...on my b-day i am positive that i will get a laptop. but well where do i start. here are some of the requirements that i need.
i know about the dell inspiron 1721 but it has a number pad and it just looks weird with it. so heres the req.:

1. 17'' inch
2. not a macbook
3.have windows vista home premium
4. cannot be more than $950
5.has a option for password lock.
6.have a dvd player,cd burner,and is able to play cds.

plz and thank u!!
also..can some one give me a link to where i can buy laptop protection covers.

plz and thank u!!!

2007-10-08 06:25:27 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-10-08 05:58:59 · 6 answers · asked by Chud E 2 in Monitors

doesnt do anything? help

2007-10-08 05:58:19 · 4 answers · asked by molliesmom 3 in Desktops

Is there a way to reinstall win xp without the cd and without
going thru the system restore?

2007-10-08 05:48:42 · 8 answers · asked by fisf37 1 in Add-ons

Does anyone know?

2007-10-08 05:39:26 · 18 answers · asked by countryfan014 2 in Other - Hardware

I hate having this big computer desk in my living room. I really do not use the computer for other than interneting and playing online games. Not into creating or burning anything. I do however load pics from the digital.

In regards to a laptop, don't require the portability, so that is not an issue, I just would sit in on the couch with it.
My question is, I have high speed internet (roadrunner). I would have to keep the laptop close to that for the connection but that is not an issue as the desktop is stationary anyway.

What about batteries or does it run off electric also? I do have a printer, scanner that I do use on occasion, but could hook that up as needed and store it on a shelf if I am not using it.

I am completely computer stupid, so any advise or words of wisdom would be appreciated.

2007-10-08 05:37:37 · 5 answers · asked by vivib 6 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-10-08 05:32:28 · 3 answers · asked by alawathi 1 in Add-ons

I am looking for a specific hard drive enclosure. I really like the sleak appearance of the Vanec EZ Swap. Plus I want my hard drive to be using an empty 5.25" bay in my tower. ( http://www.vantecusa.com/p_mrk200st.html ). This is what I want though. I want to be able to take the Hard drive out of the tower and be able to use a firewire, usb etc. on any other computer that I take it to. Then, when I am finished, I can slide the hard drive back into my tower and lock it up. I can't find one that has the usb and firewire connections on the back after I take it out of the tower. I also want tit to have a digital display on the front. is there anything like this?

Thank you everyone for your help.

2007-10-08 05:21:25 · 2 answers · asked by fuhgetduhboudit 2 in Add-ons

I got this cool USB drive in a package of CD's purchased from Staples. When I plug it in, it's asking for drivers, usually, well at least they are supposed to be on the USB drive itself but for some reason they aren't.. anyone know who makes it, or know where I can find the driver?

2007-10-08 04:57:24 · 2 answers · asked by Jonny B 5 in Other - Hardware

This happens when I,m playing a game, watching a DVD or on the internet.

2007-10-08 04:46:58 · 7 answers · asked by Freddie V 1 in Other - Hardware

i have an older dell laptop. recently the battery lost it's ability to charge so i have been using it plugged into the wall. all of sudden, my wall charger started making a high pitched noise and would not work. i borrowed another wall charger from a friend and in short time that one fried out too. why do the wall chargers keep dying? if i get a third will that one die as well? what's going on here?

2007-10-08 04:46:49 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-10-08 04:44:55 · 3 answers · asked by patrick b 1 in Printers

Hi, I have a wireless mouse keyboard combo from Logitech, the keyboard works great still, but the mouse will no linger work when replacing batteries. I know it a problem with the mouse alone, like the connectors, but I tried extending them, so it would make good contact, but that didnt work. Any other possible solutions to fixing the mouse?

2007-10-08 04:42:17 · 1 answers · asked by deskjet_2 2 in Add-ons

I am going to build my own PC with a budget of about 700-800. I know how to assemble everything but I don't know what is best to buy these days. Does anyone know of a site or number I can call that will walk me through what parts I can purchase to get the best buy for my dollar?

2007-10-08 04:40:32 · 10 answers · asked by Leah M 1 in Desktops

what program can i download that tells me all my system components...like memory..hard drive..and other stuff?

2007-10-08 04:36:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I have an emachine that I'm having problems with. I can turn on the power but nothing happens. My monitor reads "monitor is working check your computer connection" Everything is set up correctly but I can't get the darn thing to do anything. What could the problem be? Any ideas? I was going to put in the restore disk but I couldnt even get the disk drive to open.

2007-10-08 04:31:27 · 5 answers · asked by littledevl33 2 in Monitors