Hardware - November 2007

it is a 2004 optima with 40 gb hard drive and 700 mb of ram ican't work out what one to buy

2007-11-07 00:31:54 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Hi all ...
I'm having Toshiba P3 1 ghz 256mb ram laptop. While browsing internet suddenly the laptop switches off automatically...

I thought of formatting it & installing xp pro freshly. But in the stage of Partioning the drive, the sys switches off automatically.. & i have to once again follow all the procedures for installing OS....& the same prob once again occurs......
So i'm not able to instal a fresh OS..

But i'm able to format & instal using the recovery CD they gave.. There is no prob with that.....

So my sys switches off only during internet & installing other OS..

Someone told me that the RAM is spoiled & i have to replace the RAM...Is that true??? I think if the RAM is damaged the sys wont boot..(correct me if i' m wrong)...

Do i have to replace the RAM?

What could be the probable reason for this prob?

Expecting your clear answers.....

2007-11-07 00:06:49 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I'm trying to really free up space on my computer and its like A LOT of fragmented files were there. My computers capacity is 37 GB and last month I had 10 GB of my own memory and the computer had its own memory of 27 GB. I now have 3 GB of memory left but its still saying that i have low disk space (like 200MB left). I really need help on this.

2007-11-06 23:48:15 · 10 answers · asked by Italleone 2 in Desktops

the smart hdd drive has been disabled what do i do

2007-11-06 23:44:07 · 5 answers · asked by paul l 1 in Desktops

I'm trying to put together an upgrade, currently unstable: running fine in Linux but Windows XP is not even installable with Blue Screen. Fanning the CPU running at about 40 celsius.

Parts:
AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ Socket 939 from eBay
ECS nForce3 Socket 939 from eBay
256 megs of PC2100 DDR 266 from an older AMD 2000+ machine, hopefully this is only thing wrong I do have half a mind to get DDR 400 probably 1GB in qty.

I experienced unstability before that prevent Windows from installing, coupled with low heat I suspect unstability again. I realized this is quite obsolete spec but hardcore gaming is not my aim and this question is quite advanced so I want some concrete answers or tidbits with reasons to back it up; not some teen's hotshot answer.

2007-11-06 22:05:00 · 3 answers · asked by Andy T 7 in Desktops

2007-11-06 22:04:47 · 2 answers · asked by Jaya k 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Why can the floppy let us read and write the data in it and why can the CD only let us read the information?
I need help for my niece's homework! :)

2007-11-06 22:04:11 · 7 answers · asked by s_a_b_t 2 in Other - Hardware

Can anyone clear me what’s the difference a brand like Toshiba, Dell, HP, Compaq, etc brings to a laptop? Basically, all the configurations they use are similar like Intel processor, Ram, Hard disk and all that kind of stuffs. So, what makes a particular brand to sell more or less when all the parts in that are same? I have decided to go for a HP brand which offers a reasonable price with good configurations than a Compaq which gives even better configurations at lower price?

2007-11-06 21:17:08 · 7 answers · asked by guru 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have watched programmes where it shows what people will look like when they are older. I think it's a computer generated thing. Is there anything online that cando this or a disc I can buy that does this?

2007-11-06 20:51:45 · 2 answers · asked by Michele 3 in Other - Hardware

2007-11-06 20:31:20 · 4 answers · asked by Bob 3 in Desktops

I've been having problems on and off with my HD for about 6 months. My computer is a Gateway desktop from 1999, upgraded from Win98 to WinXPHome a year ago; a FAT32 drive.My SEAGATE drive is a 160GB, about 2 years old; also a FAT32. When I bought it I just made folders and dragged data onto the drive, it worked fine. Last year I switched from my Gateway to an HP desktop I borrowed, an XP Pro with a NTFS drive. My external worked fine w/it but after a while when I tried to open the drive (via My Computer) and it said that it wasn't formatted, and if I would like to format it. I called the company of the drive and they helped nothing. I continued to turn on my drive like normal and eventually the drive popped out of it, all files unharmed. This has happened over and over. I've since had to revert back to my Gateway and haven't had problems for a while, but it's now doing it again. I really need to know how to stop this or how to fix it.

2007-11-06 20:28:48 · 4 answers · asked by cornucopia 1 in Other - Hardware

I just built a computer using this motherboard (Asus M2A-VM-HDMI AMD Socket AM2 ATX Motherboard ) and after it turns on it stays at whatever screen i direct it to (if i press nothing its a screen saying press del or tab, if i press del durring boot it goes to same screen but it says loading setup, and if i press tab durring boot it tells me how much memory i have and what my processor has and tells me to press del or f8) and after that screen comes up, whatever one i direct it to durring boot, nothing else happens, no mater what button i push, any idea whats goin on??

2007-11-06 20:22:07 · 1 answers · asked by No Name 1 in Desktops

I'm confused about the difference between intel's dual core processor and amd's 2 sets of 2 core processors. it sounds like it's the same to me. someone please explain because I am looking into building my own computer and I want the best there is!

2007-11-06 20:00:20 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

OS Name Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Version 5.1.2600 Service Pack 2 Build 2600
OS Manufacturer Microsoft Corporation
System Name ZAIN
System Manufacturer AWARD_
System Model AWRDACPI
System Type X86-based PC
Processor x86 Family 15 Model 44 Stepping 2 AuthenticAMD ~1599 Mhz
BIOS Version/Date Phoenix Technologies, LTD 6.00 PG, 10/8/2005
SMBIOS Version 2.2
Windows Directory C:\WINDOWS
System Directory C:\WINDOWS\system32
Boot Device \Device\HarddiskVolume1
Locale United States
Hardware Abstraction Layer Version = "5.1.2600.2180 (xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-2158)"
User Name ZAIN\nowfila
Time Zone Pacific Standard Time
Total Physical Memory 512.00 MB
Available Physical Memory 70.46 MB
Total Virtual Memory 2.00 GB
Available Virtual Memory 1.94 GB
Page File Space 1.31 GB

2007-11-06 19:33:00 · 8 answers · asked by zain 1 in Desktops

I've recently inherited an older PowerMac G5 from a friend of mine, but it's missing it's RAM. I just so happen to have two 1GB sticks of DDR400 RAM lying around, and was curious if it would be compatible with this computer, regardless of the fact that it isn't certified to work with Apple computers? Logic says that it should be fine, but with this being my first Macintosh I don't want to go assuming things.

If it helps, the brand that I'm installing is A-DATA.

2007-11-06 19:28:59 · 5 answers · asked by Lacclolith 3 in Desktops

the computer TV tuner is Leadtek WinFast. How can two different companies both make the WinFast brand?

2007-11-06 18:54:15 · 3 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Hardware

2007-11-06 17:21:07 · 5 answers · asked by spook142 2 in Desktops

From my understanding, the commands to safely eject a usb flash drive is now written into the generic drivers on all windows programs, so its safe to pull the drive out cold.

Also, how is it that the files could get corrupted? When I pull the drive out, I always close the files first, so theyre no longer in use. So doesnt this mean the files are not being read/written, and there is no risk of corruption?

However, in class, some people have criticized me for not 'stopping' the drive before pulling it out.

Simply put: who is right?

2007-11-06 17:16:59 · 3 answers · asked by some_random_guy61 4 in Other - Hardware

I have a laptop and have external speakers tat connect to the computer by the headphone jack. I was wondering if the laptop speakers could still be turned on even though the external speakers are hooked up to the system.

2007-11-06 17:02:02 · 3 answers · asked by Real Madrid Fan 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

two month ago i build a computer using a evga motherboard for $179 and a dual core processor. i put two gb ram on that computer. it really run fast and smooth. i like it alot. but just now i build another computer. this time i has an asus motherboard $300 and a quad core processor. same two gb ram on it. but somehow it run slow and not that smooth? i really need some help from a pro. do you guy have a clue how i can make it fast and smooth? do you guy where i go wrong? does it need any adjustment on the bios setting to go full power? if you need more information don't mind ask me. thank you!!!!

2007-11-06 16:58:51 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

Just wondering if any provider is better than another or if there is any questions I should be asking before I sign on the dotted line. I have never used Satellite Internet so any advise you can give would be greatly appreciated.

2007-11-06 16:49:48 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

like which model hp ,dell, etc..

2007-11-06 16:45:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I accidently spilled coffee on my keyboard i cleaned it but my cap lock key is stuck really bad.Is there any thing special I can use.This is a new board and its a pricy one.

2007-11-06 16:08:06 · 17 answers · asked by deedee 4 in Other - Hardware

2007-11-06 15:40:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-11-06 15:29:02 · 2 answers · asked by Tony G 1 in Add-ons

i have a pre-owned puter that i got recently to replace an old one. i needed more ram, so i figured i'd crack open my old one and put the ram into the new one. well, the sticks won't fit. the little notch on it doesn't line up right or something, and i can't see in there well enough to know exactly. am i doing something wrong? or is it just that my puter is only set to use specific sticks? also, i think the power supply is shot, it shut down fine the last time it was used, but it won't turn on now. i've switched plugs and cords and everything, and nothing seems to work. is there a simple test i can do to see if it's that? (without taking out that power supply and putting in my old one)

2007-11-06 14:53:25 · 5 answers · asked by arwen 3 in Other - Hardware

2007-11-06 14:50:06 · 3 answers · asked by knight 1 in Other - Hardware

As the question says, I'm looking for recommendations of a dolby 5.1 sound system for a PC with excellent sound quality. I don't want to spend more than $100. If anyone has excellent recommendations for a 2.1, don't hesistate to post those as well. I'm mostly going to use these for gaming and watching movies.

2007-11-06 14:49:29 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I'm looking to power a new nvidia 8800 GT (not GTS or GTX). My current PC is an HP a1730n, which has 2GB of RAM, an AMD 5000+ proc, and right now, an integrated card. THe stock power supply is still in there, with 350 W of power. I know I need a new one and I want to get a power supply thats under $65-70 I don't mind approaching the limit, but I want a reliable power supply without spending too much.

2007-11-06 14:44:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2007-11-06 14:12:31 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops