Hardware - December 2007

I know this is a longshot, but I need to find the location of the jumper to disable the SATA ports. I have an HP Pavilion desktop a1020n.
Manufacturer: Asus
Motherboard Name: PTGD-LA
HP motherboard name: Goldfish3-GL8E

I bought an internal harddrive, only to find out that the ports on my computer don't work. My brother bought an IDE to SATA kit, but needs to disable the SATA ports to install it. Everytime he tries to call or chat with someone from HP, they put him on hold and never come back.

Thanks in advance for any help you might offer.

2007-12-02 12:07:50 · 2 answers · asked by peyts 2 in Other - Hardware

I'm going to buy a notebook, Fujitsu T4220. I wilil use these for years ahead in the future, so im predicting the specifications and reqiurements i need for the drivers etc before i buy one.
Im currently using XP since vista is not yet compatible with many programs. But i know i will use vista in the future. Please help me. Thank you. Hehehe...

2007-12-02 11:50:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

All of a sudden it is a bit lower than the right-click key...and it's really sensitive, all I do is touch it, not even push down on it, and it clicks! This is ALL OF A SUDDEN. I swear I didn't do anything...but it doesn't appear at the same level as the right-click key next to it..and when you push down on it it barely goes down but it does its left-click job...why did this happen!? And waht can I do to fix it, it is annoying =(

2007-12-02 11:38:49 · 4 answers · asked by dianah 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have a Dell Dimension 4550 and I'm just not sure what kind of motherboard it is. All I have found my looking on my computer is that the mainboard is Dell Computer Corp. Can anyone help? I was wanting to upgrade and get more ram (2GB), a better video card, and a better cpu.

This cpu is what I'm wanting to get, or at least another 3.2GHz:

Intel Pentium 4 640 Prescott 3.2GHz 2MB L2 Cache LGA 775 Processor

Or:

Intel Pentium 4 641 Cedar Mill 3.2GHz 2MB L2 Cache LGA 775 EM64T Processor

Thanks,

HummersRock

2007-12-02 11:38:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

how do i do it ?

2007-12-02 11:36:33 · 2 answers · asked by badboyz 3 in Add-ons

My parents bought a 1.2Ghz Celeron Compaq 5310US back in 2001, and it can't be upgraded (CPU, Memory, Video Card). It is as far as it can go with RAM and a video card. I want something better, but the problem is I'm in college and I don't have the cash to buy a brand new computer.

I did a lot of research and found that the case supports mATX mobo's and I'm thinking about getting one that supports a Core Duo 2.6 Ghz. This upgrade also requires a new power supply, new memory and new hard-drives since the old stuff is incompatible with such the newer motherboard.

I found all the parts needed for the upgrade and as far as I can tell they will fit on the case. And everything mentioned above is going to cost $460 ($415 with rebates).

My question then: is this a good way to go? Or should I try to save a little more and completely build a new pc?

If any of you have upgraded major components in brand Pcs I would love if you could share how difficult it was for such modifications.

2007-12-02 11:32:30 · 5 answers · asked by thunderstorm 2 in Desktops

if yes whta is the higest i can get to with out water cooling ? and wht is the fastest core2 duo CPu that i can get on ASUS p5w dh mortherbroad

2007-12-02 11:22:46 · 2 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

My laptop has a full hard drive and is overflowing with media files -- TV, movies, and music from iTunes. Has anyone else out there had this type of problem and found a good solution?


I want to add storage capacity (at least 100 GB) and want to store and transfer these files as easily I do from a flash drive.
Do most USB 2.0 external hard drives just show up as an extra drive the way a flash drive / jump drive does? Or do you have to use the included "backup" software to manage files? Online descriptions and product reviews have left me confused.

I use a wireless / ethernet router at home but is a network attached storage drive the best/only option? I've setup a network to share a printer and files but that is about the limit of my abilities so options involving a great deal of technical expertise aren't what I'm looking for.

Laptop is using Windows XP home edition if that matters.

2007-12-02 11:00:53 · 5 answers · asked by ruggedmind76 1 in Add-ons

2007-12-02 10:33:19 · 2 answers · asked by xdarkangelx08classof2008 1 in Printers

I have a dell dimension 2400 with the stock graphic card (64 mb) and i want a better one so what kind of card do you suggest?

2007-12-02 10:24:26 · 2 answers · asked by Larry Jr. 1 in Add-ons

I saw in stores their display laptops don't have batteries installed but still run, i was wondering does my laptop work if i took out its battery but plugged it in to a power outlet? I don't want to try it firsthand cuz I might damage by unit.

2007-12-02 10:24:12 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I wanted to know will the game supreme commander work on the following pc specs:

Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66ghz, 2mb Cache 1333mhz
2 gb ram
Nividia 8600Gt 256Mb

Many thanks

2007-12-02 09:54:46 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

Which of these would be better for primarily gaming, considering costs also:

(Socket AM2+) AMD Phenom™ X4 9600 Quad-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology

or

(Socket AM2) AMD Athlon™64 X2 6400+ Black Edition Dual-Core CPU w/ HyperTransport Technology

2007-12-02 09:47:26 · 4 answers · asked by rbm3t 1 in Desktops

you update the processor to a core 2 quad from core 2 duo everything else is the same .... thank you im running vista home premium

2007-12-02 09:34:38 · 1 answers · asked by Zack 1 in Add-ons

I have a dell Inspiron 9300 labtop, and the power outlet I am using is from a dell vostro 1000...When I turned on my computer, it said switch power sources for optimum performance. I believe the power source for the Vostro is a bit less than the one I am using for mine - Is it safe to use?

2007-12-02 09:28:49 · 8 answers · asked by puffer fish 5 in Laptops & Notebooks

CPU;

http://www.megabuy.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=97_99&products_id=40189

Motherboard;

http://www.megabuy.com.au/product_info.php?products_id=46197



thanks in advance :]

2007-12-02 09:23:30 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

i CANT find any 8800gt in stock?? can someone giv e me a link pleae?? thanks

2007-12-02 09:23:29 · 2 answers · asked by tkdHayk 2 in Other - Hardware

2007-12-02 09:06:30 · 1 answers · asked by Jeff 1 in Add-ons

I currently have 2gb of ddr2 pc5300. I want to upgrade to 3gb ddr2 pc6400 will that make a big difference?

2007-12-02 08:47:31 · 5 answers · asked by timmy n 1 in Desktops

the screen on my laptop goes blank all of the sudden for no reason. i have to shut it off and start all over again. Can someon help me? I have windstream as ISP. I have logitech cam that had been giving problems before now fixed. My messenger was giving image display problems also until yahoo answers told me to unload and reload messenger. now i have this blank screen sudden syndrome. please help

2007-12-02 08:35:00 · 3 answers · asked by mikegarcialazavalamcallen 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have Vista Home on my laptop and its starting to run a little slow. It takes awhile for the System Restore screen to come up after i hit it. When i type a web url in the page will load slower than usual. What can i do to fix this? I have over 60 GB of memory

2007-12-02 08:21:42 · 7 answers · asked by PrettyBoi 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Does anyone know where to find information on an integrated graphic processor? It is a Radeon IGP 340M. I know this is an old and obsolete graphic, but I was wondering about it, specifically the specs like supported processors, bus frequency, graphics core frequency, and most importantly its socket type. Thanks. I should be more specific, i would like information about what i asked about above, that would actually tell me something. The ATI website has no useful information about this.

2007-12-02 08:03:09 · 1 answers · asked by Anti*Star 2 in Add-ons

not sure if i would take it with me when i travel or not, but i know that a portable one would be better for that, but would it hurt any external hd if i take it along?

2007-12-02 08:00:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-12-02 07:36:25 · 7 answers · asked by S P 2 in Desktops

is there a place anywhere anywhere in GTA, anywhere close, or in America or something, where I can buy a laptop without windows vista or windows at all, saving money and not buying something that i shall never use anyways.....

Any help appreciated.....

2007-12-02 07:31:40 · 3 answers · asked by foo m 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

I just accidently got rid of my video card drivers, how can I know which one(s) I need to download?
I don't know exactly what my card is...

2007-12-02 07:17:51 · 1 answers · asked by JarJar Odd 2 in Other - Hardware

I've been trying to switch the picture,but it won't allow me to.. What do I do? I don't like it just plain black. I WANT A PICTYRE!

2007-12-02 07:15:48 · 5 answers · asked by KelseyKarnivore; 2 in Desktops

that is 400-500 dollars
1gig of ram
80+gb hd
compatible with warcraft, call of duty
has wireless internet
Cd burner (optional)
and plays movies smoothly

thanks and can u up grade laptops??
like ram and graphics cards?

2007-12-02 07:11:52 · 2 answers · asked by jo 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

Hi, i am building computers for people. I have one problem though. How do i install the os and the drivers like HP and Dell. How do you make it so when the customer turns the computer on for the first time the OS and all the other applications install with no disck?

2007-12-02 07:11:28 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-12-02 07:02:44 · 4 answers · asked by irish dubliner 2 in Desktops