Hardware - November 2007

I have an Epsom perfection 610 scanner. I've had it for almost 7 yrs. I'm tired of the dust issue. The labor and time of using rubber stamp or noise filters. Now I have an important home project and want the best quality image. I don't really see any easy way to get it apart..and how would I prevent it? Should I just get a new sacnner or does this eventually happen to the best of 'em?
Thanks.

2007-11-17 03:24:58 · 3 answers · asked by monkey 3 in Scanners

what things should i try?

2007-11-17 03:17:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

Have tried users guide no help need to see monitoring screen inks out but not a clue which one help

2007-11-17 03:14:25 · 4 answers · asked by ALISON H 1 in Printers

2007-11-17 03:13:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

I only have a 300W power supply and I want to run this card: http://www.amazon.com/BFG-GeForce-7800-GDDR3-Graphics/dp/B000EH5A5Y

What would happen? The card calls for 400W.

2007-11-17 03:07:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

okay,I can use a computer but I'm really illiterate about GB,MB,RAM,MEMORY.I know a little but not enough.it's for my 18 y/o art school son,graphic designs,etc.please give brands,specs I need and best prices if possible.Walmart had that Acer but I read it had very little space?thanks,all.

2007-11-17 02:31:52 · 8 answers · asked by susan e 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have a HP Pavillion desktop and have had absolutely no problems with it, but i want to get rid of the desktop clutter.
I use the computer primarily for e-mail, playing online games, nothing very graphic things like poker. Have never bought a game but may in the future. I do use a printer a lot. Have never downloaded music or videos. What would you suggest I get ? I have highspeed cable internet and a lot of folders with saved sights so i do need space. Would like to stick to an HP because I have been very happy with it.

2007-11-17 02:14:12 · 2 answers · asked by vivib 6 in Laptops & Notebooks

It's a Gateway.

Purchased August 2006. What is the best place to have this done at...a big box store like Best Buy, or a small business that does laptops? Also, HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

Thanks!
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2007-11-17 01:52:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I want to free up some space on my computer and have been thinking about getting a few of those portable hard drives that I've been seeing that are going on sale next Friday. For the record I've been thinking about the 80, 120, and 250Gig hdd from Western Digital to store my music, games, videos, etc., and freeing up my main hdd

What I need to know is that if I put my entire MAME collection on one of the portable hdd, and than hook it up when I want to play one of the games, will the hard drive be running constantly while playinng the game or will my main CPU be the one doing all the work?

The reason I ask is because I don't want to burn out the portable hard drives since they don't have fans to keep them cool.

Thanks for any info or insight.

2007-11-17 01:38:43 · 6 answers · asked by Lighthawk Demon 4 in Add-ons

I'm ordering a new gaming computer, and there are 3 options for memory: "Major Brand" (they don't specify the manufacturer), Corsair XMS2, and Mushkin Extreme. XMS2 costs $50 more than Major Brand, and Mushkin Extreme costs $60 more than Major Brand. All 3 brands are DDR2-800, so there is no difference in speed. I'm not planning on doing any overclocking, so it doesn't make me any difference which brand overclocks the best. Would there be any difference in performance if I got the "Major Brand" instead of spending 50 or 60 bucks more on the XMS2 or Mushkin Extreme?

2007-11-17 01:35:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-11-17 01:17:23 · 13 answers · asked by Eileen J 7 in Printers

Hi,
I know this kind of technical question is better posted on their website/forum, but that is not running so well, so I try my luck here (Stepnote 12" ST5340T).
In the BIOS booting sequence menu, there is an option of "nVidia" something, something followed by cd-rom and SATA harddrive. The only hardware associated with nVidia is my graphics, why can it used to boot up the ssytem, and can I upgrade the BIOS to enable booting from USB devices?? thank you!

2007-11-17 01:13:52 · 1 answers · asked by Tsu-Fan C 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-11-17 00:58:29 · 13 answers · asked by LeAnne 1 in Desktops

How come a TV set last over 20 years but we can't get a computer that last that long. Does it have some to do with the data we put in?

2007-11-17 00:54:37 · 4 answers · asked by Star T 7 in Monitors

Can they both handle word processing and internet use?
As well as storage of hundreds of word processing files?
Even if between 5 and 10 or more windows are open at any one time?

2007-11-17 00:29:24 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I bought a connection but it keeps rejecting it!

2007-11-17 00:09:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I want to play splinter cell double agent and it requires a 3.0 ghz processor. I currently have 2.13 ghz. I have a 256 video card and 1gb of RAM. I was wondering if I can play SCDA with only a 2.13ghz.

2007-11-16 23:41:03 · 5 answers · asked by drsdlln 1 in Other - Hardware

ke ha la stampante?

2007-11-16 23:35:02 · 1 answers · asked by Valentina 2 in Printers

I just bought a Fujitsu external hard drive (60 GB USB 2.0 HandyDrive) and have been trying to set it up on my computer. I am running it through a powered USB hub via 2 USB connections and it appears to be getting adequate power. However, my computer says that I need to reformat the hard drive, but when I try to do so it just sits there for a long time and does not reformat. If I cancel it, I can open the drive window but cannot move files into it and it shows that it has 0 GB capacity. I have the same problems if I plug it directly into the computer. Is the hard drive broken, or how can I get it to work? Thanks.

2007-11-16 23:24:25 · 3 answers · asked by dios_et_dios 2 in Add-ons

2007-11-16 22:49:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

Hi
I am trying to buy a Online UPS for 30 systems. Can some one please tell me what is the best option for this. My budget is only Rs. 1,00,000/-.

Back up time is 30 minutes and I don’t want too much noise.

Thanks in Advance

2007-11-16 22:43:50 · 1 answers · asked by Kangaroo 2 in Other - Hardware

i now have 2048 ram but my pc is slower is there a program that makes my pc faster

2007-11-16 22:08:48 · 11 answers · asked by randy c 1 in Other - Hardware

I'm looking to get a second hand one...

What are some key features and capabilities i need to look out for to deliver good quality production?

Thanks

2007-11-16 21:59:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Either a desktop or a laptop...
but dont want to spend too much money
thanks
x

2007-11-16 21:47:42 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

details my system restarts repeatedly by that virus .when i formatted with new windows xp performer sp2 its normal ,but i couldn't enter into my drive ,when i double click the drive it restarts,also when i start my system it say that s.m.a.r.t compatible mode disabled & enters in to windows also i can go to c drive ,documents,etc ,when i opt search and enter it the drive ican use the files inside the drive.

2007-11-16 21:30:02 · 3 answers · asked by Kumar M 1 in Desktops

i have a amd sempron 1.6 ghz processor.and most of the games need more than 2.0 ghz as minimum requirements.so will this problem be solved if i upgrade my sytem with a graphics card.will a nvidia 7300 do?

2007-11-16 21:26:05 · 4 answers · asked by Lishoy M 1 in Add-ons

it is just for daily use means for movies,gaming.

2007-11-16 20:23:12 · 7 answers · asked by patiala 1 in Desktops

The computer was working good until I changed the fan because it was getting noisy. Now the machine do not start windows XP, and now is making these annoying noise that sound like and old patrol car from England! Did I installed it wrong, did I broke something else during the installation process, or just installed it wrong? Please help.

2007-11-16 19:58:15 · 5 answers · asked by Is It in the constitution? 2 in Desktops

ive no idea about how hot my cpu should be. it is a p4 at 3 GHz and it idles at 50ish degrees celcius. it that TOO HOT? ive had my computer for 2 yrs and im in the country, could dust be at the bottom of the cpu heatsink???

2007-11-16 19:22:29 · 5 answers · asked by JoNo 1 in Other - Hardware

I just looked at the 1gb ram of my new TZ150 and it came out to be PC2-5300 (667 Mhz)!!!! All the sony specs say that ram speed is PC2-4200 (533 Mhz) and equal to fsb speed, which made sense. But what's up with the 667 Mhz RAM from Qimonda? For those of you thinking to upgrade to 2GB, this is the original 1GB that it comes with:

HYS64T128021HDL-3S-B Qimonda website

Now, I'm still going to upgrade to 2GB, but have the following questions:

1) Did anyone check their RAM and confirms the PC2-5300 667Mhz module?
2) For those of you already owning a 2GB RAM TZ model, what kind do you have?
3) If so, should I go with buying a 2GB 667Mhz module or stick with the production specs of 2GB 533 Mhz?
4) I believe a 667 Mhz RAM would not harm my system, it would just not work at its full speed -am I correct?
I am quite confused at this point and would appreciate any help. If you did check your RAMs (esp 2GB), could you please reply with the full model number printed on RAM sticker?

Many Thanks!

2007-11-16 19:19:13 · 3 answers · asked by evrenci 1 in Laptops & Notebooks