Desktops - October 2006

2006-10-09 04:53:03 · 11 answers · asked by special24ops 1

I have Windows XP, Compaq computer. Ran a virus scan and am ok there. I defragged and updated everything. Now I can't open my add or remove programs, and none of this until the Flash. Now my slideshow on myspace isn't viewable from my computer!!! I have tons of memory on my computer so what do i do?

2006-10-09 04:46:07 · 5 answers · asked by JessicalovesDerrickandKobe 1

Trying to fix this computer for a friend, so I don't have a lot of history on it. Running a 1000 MHz Celeron with WinXP Pro op syst. I've tried booting with nothing connected but the hard drive, have reset the BIOS to defaults, have tried both IDE ports, have replaced the RAM, have been able to boot to DOS using an old Win98 boot disk (but nothing I've done in DOS has helped). Before I "assume" the mobo is shot, I want to consider all possible fixes. By the way, the computer date is 2001 but the BIOS date is 2004. Is it possible (or likely) that someone flashed the BIOS incorrectly and fried something?

2006-10-09 04:34:08 · 1 answers · asked by BC 6

2006-10-09 04:12:59 · 4 answers · asked by lrturner45 1

i recently bought this pc
:CPU_ Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHZ 800 FSB
MOTHERBOARD_ FOXCONN - 661FX7MJ-RS Socket 775
MEMORY_ 1 GB DDR 400 (1024 MB)
HARD DRIVE_ 250 GB SATA 7200 RPM 8 MB CACHE
OPTICAL DRIVE_ 16 X DVD+/-RW DUAL LAYER DVD/CD REWRITER - Reliable, Fastest Available
CASE_ Latest Alien Case
PSU_ 460 W Silent

what should i upgrade in this to get a better performing pc for gameplay, listening to music and watch a lot of movies.

2006-10-09 03:56:25 · 16 answers · asked by Jack D 2

A power transformer blew in my neighborhood Saturday..it was too much for the power surge protector to help. My computer is only 3 months old and it fried my hard drive and disabled my element reader..What can I do? Is it the fault of the power company? Should warranty cover such a tragedy?

2006-10-09 03:32:19 · 7 answers · asked by Stacy W 3

Just revived one of my computers and when i turn it on, it logs on and everything but few minutes after it logs on it freezes. I restarted computer and quickly ctrl alt delete to see if it was hack related but instead i noticed that the "system idle process" CPU was 99, i think this is what causing it to crash, i also notice that the red life on my desktop is always on.

Anyone know the solution so i can get my computer up and running?

2006-10-09 03:29:42 · 3 answers · asked by jordan21s 1

my computor keep saying i need to get more space, but i aready uninstalled everything that i don't need that was not important. what do i do

2006-10-09 02:38:53 · 7 answers · asked by burtonstanley 2

2006-10-09 02:22:54 · 17 answers · asked by shiny disco balls 1

2006-10-09 01:26:02 · 4 answers · asked by ghana 1

i have just brought a computer from dell. i wanted it to be able to play new games etc. It has cost me 1600 pounds. which was over my buget but was assured this will be excellent and will suit all my needs and have excellent graphics. Can you lot please tell me if these sound fine and give your views. as before 1 week ago i had no idea about computers. The specs are;
Graphics Card NVIDEA G-Force 7950 1GB Singles (which i upgraded from a 256MB for 300 pounds approx)
Memory Dual Channel 2048MB DDR2
Hard Drive 320GB
Monitor Ultra Sharp 19"
Sound Card Sound Blaster X FI Extreme Music
Dimension 9200 Dual Core E6400 2.13Ghz. which i was told is plenty quick enough after suggesting 2.4Ghz.

Please could you read this and reply. i wud very much appreciate feedback. i will recieve my computer within 7-10 days they said and i am happy to tell you what it is like when i have brought it incase you were thinking of getting one. you can reply on here or by email on shaunoj456@hotmail.com

2006-10-09 01:23:28 · 12 answers · asked by bowls_2003 1

2006-10-09 00:51:38 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

AMD Athalon X2 4200+
Corsair 1 GB MatchedPair DDR400 XMS3200 CMX512-3200LLPT
BFG nVidia GeForce 6800 GT OC PCI-e
MSI K8N Platinum

2006-10-08 22:56:56 · 1 answers · asked by Woody 2

2006-10-08 21:49:59 · 5 answers · asked by Benrauf 2

2006-10-08 21:03:10 · 5 answers · asked by DW 1

I have two desktops for which I want to connect to using a router.Iam confused as to which one to buy as I have 1.5MBPs speed of broadband internet.Could you please suggest me the best router between D-Link and Linksys with the suitable configuration router.thanks in advance !!!!

2006-10-08 17:32:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently got a LG lightscribe dual layer DVD-RW drive from a friend. Ive installed it and it will not read, or write..it doesnt even show up in my computer. Does it have to be set as a slave? Do i need to configure jumpers in the back of the drive?

2006-10-08 17:17:04 · 5 answers · asked by ironfists44 1

There r some really great deals going on for some very "nice" computers. I found a desktop 2 GB RAM with a 250 GB harddrive, AThlon 64X2 dual core 4600 with flat panel monitor, surround sound and printer for $830. Mine is a dinosaur and crawls slower than dial-up with dsl. Should I buy a computer now while prices are low or wait 2 or 3 months till vista arrives? apple or hp? The apple--not sure of specifications but it is over $200 more just for the lowest priced pc and I do not know how to start in repairing one myself and have never used it. My main goals--are one that does not crawl with the internet-and one that can handle mass family photos---mainly to scan and put on disk....my scanner handles negative's as well as pictures.

2006-10-08 16:19:19 · 17 answers · asked by kay w 3

I need to know what motherboard will work best for over clocking a duo 6300

Needs to be under $200

2006-10-08 15:51:08 · 4 answers · asked by The Cow Goes Moo 2

I'm having trouble understanding video cards. I have a game for my young nephew that I need a video card with 32 bits. I found a video card with 64 bits and 8 MB; shouldnt' this card work?

I thought the memory was the bits so I'm confused. What is more important, higher bits or memory and what is the difference. Is there a minimum I should get?

Again it's just for very simple games on an avg. computer not a high end one. I also have a minimum of video card knowledge. Thanks!

2006-10-08 15:28:34 · 4 answers · asked by Ice4444 5

When I put the cd or dvd in, it just spins for awhile and stops. Nothing comes up on the pc. Before I take this in to be fixed is there anything that I can do myself that may correct the problem?

2006-10-08 14:36:48 · 4 answers · asked by Julia 2

Gateway? Dell? HP? Build my own? Why? How much w/o breaking my band account? I have a decent scanner and a few printers... a new monitor would be nice, but not a must... The old PC's will turn into a music server. It's be cool to connect 'em to the new one.

2006-10-08 13:44:20 · 9 answers · asked by eric_aixelsyd 4

on the fron of my pc there is a button for turning it on and theres another button, what does it do? whats it for? thanks!

2006-10-08 13:33:59 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I built my computer using an AMD Athalon 3200+ processor.
It is a Socket A processor.
I would like to upgrade the computer without suffering additional expences. I would like to upgrade the processor to a Core-Duo. The Core Duo however uses a Socket 775 processor. This is not compatible with my motherboard. Is there a way I could buy an adater to put between the 775 processor and socket A motherboard? Do you think it will work?

Thanks.......

2006-10-08 12:49:35 · 5 answers · asked by esb016 2

If I want to add a heatsink to an AMD Athalon64 3000 what should I buy? Also, is this water cooled stuff expensive? Do I need another fan for any of the above?

2006-10-08 12:09:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im assuming that a sound card goes into pci slot and is automatically used instead of mobo built in sound. I want better wound and speakers but doent feel it is so important I need to spend a fortune on it. What should I be looking for? Can I get fairly decent speakers for under $25? I dont need surround sound just 2 speakers - - prefer one actually. Any suggestions on card and speakers?

2006-10-08 11:46:05 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I find that I will be needing a new computer within the next 6 months. Any recommendations on what to look for. All I do is surf the net and some office programs. What is a good brand for the money?

2006-10-08 11:35:01 · 5 answers · asked by freedomchild99 3

2006-10-08 11:22:45 · 7 answers · asked by kiran t 1

im looking 4 a new computer that burns and writes dvds and my moms bf said that laptop at bestbuy is good and i like it, a desktop seems better too, whats the best?

2006-10-08 10:43:42 · 12 answers · asked by DMR 1

My computer turns off and won't reboot correctly unless I wait 10 minutes. I know it's not a software issue because I get a message from windows saying it's a harware failure. My motherboar, ram and processor are less than 6 months old. If I try to reboot immediately, it won't. It just beeps and nothing comes up on the screen. Spyware/virus/registry scans done - nothing found.

2006-10-08 10:37:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anij G 2