Desktops - October 2006

There is on old computer I need to upgrade and add more RAM to it (it's a PIII about 6 years old ).

1. How do I find out exactly what type of RAM to buy (number of pins, PC100? PC133? etc etc etc...)? I heard there's some programs which can find out what RAM your computer uses, can you name some or post some links to such programs?

2. The computer currently has 2 X 128 MB memories, can I add 1 more 128MB or do I need to add a pair of 128 MB memories? Can I add a single strip of 256 MB?

3. Do all memory strips need to be exactly the same in specs? (I heard some people even recommend same brand for all!?)

Thanks.

2006-10-08 09:57:46 · 7 answers · asked by C1N2G8 1

Is laptop or desktop?

Average time, please

2006-10-08 09:33:15 · 7 answers · asked by javi270270 2

2006-10-08 09:23:11 · 5 answers · asked by Grazia 3

Where in Essex can I go for straight foreward advice about buying computers, and solving problems that may occur when using them. For example you buy a router, follow the instructions to the letter and it does not work, where can you go for advice without costing a bomb in phone calls to so caslled help lines that can not seem to grasp your problem??

2006-10-08 08:11:34 · 4 answers · asked by lyneric2 1

2006-10-08 08:09:04 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-08 07:59:36 · 5 answers · asked by randella_24 2

my CPU collects a lot of dust if left for 3 or 4 days. the computer still works normally. nothing happened until now, can something happen if i don't clean it? just wondering!!!

2006-10-08 07:45:54 · 11 answers · asked by Seungyong W 5

i have been looking for the perfect computer for me. for a long time now. i have just decided to build my own desktop computer. so i need some sites that could help me in anyway in building my computer.(help, parts, steps, etc., etc.) anything that would help me in this area.

2006-10-08 07:30:16 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am thinking about either the 6600 or the 6300. Is the 6600 hundred worth the extra $150 ish?

I mainly use my computer for fooling around. I watch movies, play music and play games. I have no problem lowering the quality of a game to make it work better.

Another thing I see is that the 6600 will be more upgradable later on in life. (I have had an AMD 1700 XP for about 5 years now)


Here is what I will need, help me if I am wrong

6300 cost 170
6600 cost 315

New case? Or can I get a new PSU and keep my current one?
PSU? 40?
Ram? 100?
Motherboard? 100?
Video Card? 100?

Would I be better off getting I dell?

I built my last system, but that was a long time ago.

I have a hard drive, I have optical, I have monitors and speakers I like.

2006-10-08 06:53:43 · 2 answers · asked by The Cow Goes Moo 2

I'd like to get a good home computer that isn't going to cost a ton, but isn't going to crap out on me in a couple years. I don't need all the bells and whistles, but would like enough features, memory, etc. that I'd need for normal home computer-type activities--digital pictures, maybe a few games, high speed internet, etc. Also, I definitely need to have Microsoft Office...anyone know of any computers that come with it, or any stores that offer a good deal to add it on?

2006-10-08 06:39:23 · 4 answers · asked by rybcrib 2

An AMD (and why + source) or Intel (and why + source)

2006-10-08 05:14:49 · 15 answers · asked by Jay 3

Same qu for a regular HD on my desktop too.THANKS.

2006-10-08 04:49:30 · 4 answers · asked by nittanyisland2000 2

The USB Ports stopped working on my computer. The USB Root Hub does not recognize (has the ?) beside the icon under System. any help?

2006-10-08 04:44:33 · 4 answers · asked by summercruisin 1

My nme i jeic ht i youer?)

i typed hello my name is jessica whats yours....

where im having 2 use an on screen keyboard...

is there buttons to make this stop...

like i type r and er types...

please help...

2006-10-08 03:56:44 · 7 answers · asked by irreplaceably_rare 3

I always see PCs that advertize 2.4 GHz, or 3.2 GHz. But I can never understand what is better. Is a higher number better in terms of GHz, or a lower number ??

2006-10-08 03:38:49 · 5 answers · asked by REDSOX847 2

Are emachines a good computer?

2006-10-08 03:25:57 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Go To My Second or Third Qustion Please Help ME

2006-10-08 03:09:19 · 3 answers · asked by jefferylovesashley4eva692009 2

I have a Compaq Desk Pro, with Windows 98 se.

2006-10-08 01:59:13 · 7 answers · asked by Smarty Pants 2

if i replace my processer will i lose any data stored on my pc such as music or will my pc run the same but with the new processor

2006-10-08 01:56:55 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

i don' t know how to cheack the computer, like how many gig hard? the speed or the memory does the computer has any thing so i can open to tell me! it's pantum 3 and for 250 aus dolar, so what do you think

2006-10-08 01:53:02 · 12 answers · asked by arise 2

2006-10-08 01:45:39 · 11 answers · asked by Lucid One 2

I tried to upgrade this system with a new disc but since then I cant get the old one or the new one. I have only had my pc for a few months so I am not very technical. Any help would be appreciated but please advise step by step as if you were talking to a child. cheers.

2006-10-08 00:26:49 · 6 answers · asked by Agnes B 2

I have a desktop Presario with: AMD Athlon 2.8Ghz
80GB Hard Drive and 512MB DDR SDRAM 333Mhz.
It has two memory slots each capable of taking 1GB memory.
The computer is very slow now. Would this upgrade improve its overall performance? Maybe the processor is two slow? Please help and THANK YOU!

2006-10-07 23:38:55 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

before i shut down my computer, i make sure all my internet windows, document windows and everything is closed. i work normally without any fault, but when i give the turn off command, a small window pops up saying ''End Now' and i always have to say end now to shut down. what is it ending still when everything is closed and saved and is perfectly alright?? please help

2006-10-07 21:42:11 · 17 answers · asked by Seungyong W 5

I have a new MSI Neo4/SLI Platinum (MS-7100), a new BFG nVidia 6800 GT (overclocked) and a 4200+ x2 athalon. I want to know what the right sized psu is AND how you determine that. This is my first built from scratch computer in 15 years, so I'm real rusty, but I plan on doing many more in the future.

2006-10-07 21:33:44 · 2 answers · asked by Woody 2

mother board, power supply, hard disk, etc...

2006-10-07 20:24:04 · 7 answers · asked by hazri83 1

after turn off my computer, most of the time i have the pull out the plug for at least a few minutes before i restart it. and before i can really get in, i have to reset the cmos setup. it is anoying. do you guys know what it is wrong with my pc? any solution to it? your answer would be highly appreciated.

2006-10-07 20:17:16 · 3 answers · asked by chameleon 1

I've lost my Xp installation cd, and my computer just keeps restarting, and I need the cd which I don't have so I can stop my computer from restarting. HELP!

2006-10-07 20:08:09 · 7 answers · asked by sunny26952000 2

Even i create a new shorcuts and it won't appear at the dekstop.

2006-10-07 19:14:50 · 3 answers · asked by metalz 2

Is there any way I know that without opening the Case? Is there any software tell it to me?

2006-10-07 18:10:56 · 9 answers · asked by Amir Pasha 2