Desktops - June 2007

I've heard people say and have read, that you should defragment your PC, once a week and I don't know if I should, if it says it's not needed. Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!

2007-06-28 02:57:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-28 02:39:29 · 1 answers · asked by EJC-7483 2

It only shows a black screen,need help

2007-06-28 02:21:09 · 7 answers · asked by nyce2bmet 1

I was on my PC and it just went dead. I have an HP Pavilion not more than 3 years old. There is a small green light on the back of the PC that is flashing, but when I press the power button nothing happens.

There was a thunder and lightning storm in my area when I was using the PC. I have the PC and all other equipment plugged into a surge protector. Everything else that is plugged into the surge protector is working but the PC is not. I unplugged the PC from the surge protector and plugged it directly into the wall outlet but it still doesn't work.
What is that little green flashing light in the back?
Is there anything I can do to get my PC running again?

Please help.

2007-06-28 02:20:45 · 2 answers · asked by The Don 1

My pc always overheats whenever I play video games. But, it doesn't overheat when I play games in the early morning, night or when it rains. Weird huh.!?? Do I have to change any settings on my pc or install a new software?

2007-06-27 23:55:46 · 16 answers · asked by Curious 2

I had a comptuer that died.. I then got a new computer and added the old harddrive as an axillliary drive. Now, on the this old harddrive there were multiple users and one of them was password protected.. and when I tried to access the password protected user files it said access denied.. and there was no way to put in a password. So I got this software that allowed me to copy those protected files.. but now I want to delete those old files without reformatting the entire disk.. is there any way to do this?

2007-06-27 19:44:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been using a Mac at work which has 89 hertz refresh rate...it is a delight on the eyes...This is an old Mac. I am about to buy a computer and would like to match this but don't even know where to start...it seems as if no new models allow for adjusting the refresh rate. Do any of you know how this can be done or what is the best way to get a computer that is adjusted for sensitive eyes?

tanx

2007-06-27 18:49:41 · 2 answers · asked by paolouccio 2

computer if so what is the thing called that can put more ram on my computer and where can i buy them at/

2007-06-27 18:44:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My computer system information says that I have a Total Physical Memory of 261,424 KB, Available Physical Memory of 61,604 KB, and Total Virtual Memory of 892,412 KB. What does this mean? I was under the impression that I need at least 256 MB of RAM to run Windows XP (I have the program) and I presently have Windows 2000. Can anyone enlighten me?

2007-06-27 18:30:31 · 8 answers · asked by rusty_fannascar 1

How to i get Vista to display dual monitors correctly.
The wallpaper doesnt go straight accross it just clones the wallpaper on each monitor as if they were both their own desktop.

The only settings i have are tile full and center. None of these options display the picture across the desktops.

2007-06-27 18:23:49 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi,

I'm a new member of this exciting site. Here follows my first question. I wish everyone the best of luck and success.

Most motherboards come with an on board video capabilities. Under what circumstances do I need to add an external video card ?

To be more specific, If I purchase a motherboard that uses the G33 Intel Chipset (comes with graphics accelerator) such as the ASUS P5K-V, what would I need an additional Video card for ? What capabilities does it add to functionality ?

Thanks,

Steve

2007-06-27 17:54:21 · 5 answers · asked by Steve G 1

Okay, so. On January 4th my new Alienware lapytop arrived. I was so happy. Okay, it is now that I realise my computer is not bad, it is very good, but AMD turion can't stand up to intel core 2 duo. Is it possible to buy intel core to duo and get it installed by the geek squad or someone, also, I have nVidea Sli 7, so I am not sure if is compatible. PLEASE PLASE HELP!!!!!

2007-06-27 16:47:07 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Alright its time to get me a new comp!!

Right now i have

windows me, ~380MB ram, 25gb HD, 4mb video-card ram-ness whatever, a dying sound card, CDRW, DVD-ROM

one im lookin at has..

Gateway Refurbished Intel Desktop Computer - Intel Pentium D 820 2.8GHz, 1GB DDR2, 320GB SATA HDD, DL DVD±RW, DVD-ROM, Flash Media Reader, TV Tuner, Wireless LAN, Windows XP Media Center

for 400$

ive been looking for a new comp for about 4 years now.. and this looks like an incredible deal to me..

Does it really make a difference if its refurbished or not?

I bought a refurbished laptop.. and it worked fine.. it's finally dying now i think (but its windows 95 still so i understand XD)

so what do you guys think? :3


(personally i think its a /really/ good deal.. but my dad needs someone elses opinion.. mine doesnt count i guess XD)

2007-06-27 15:20:20 · 6 answers · asked by Caiterz 4

I just want a killer gaming machine.

2007-06-27 14:05:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anon 3

So I got tired of having to hear my PC's fans rev like nuts after hours of playing Halo, so I decided to buy an expansion slot fan to alleviate the situation. I am concerned about the positioning of the fan; since the fan blows air out of the PC, wouldn't it be harmful to have it sucking air from the heatsink?

To illustrate, which of these configurations would allow maximum cooling?

Config A)
http://sentient.us.to/images/DSC01812.JPG
Alternate view: http://sentient.us.to/images/DSC01813.JPG

Config B)
http://sentient.us.to/images/DSC01814.JPG
Alternate view: http://sentient.us.to/images/DSC01815.JPG

My PC is currently in configuration B, as I figure that having some space between the graphics card and the fan would be beneficial.

Also, could anyone recommend some GPU heat measuring software? I currently use SIW for system info, but it only detects my hard drive temp. sensors

2007-06-27 13:30:28 · 1 answers · asked by spartanerik 5

intel is dropping the price on all their processors in the 2nd half of this year even more, should i get the core 2 quad 2.4ghz?

2007-06-27 13:16:50 · 5 answers · asked by Krispy 4

2007-06-27 13:05:59 · 10 answers · asked by USAman 6

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=003&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=130125322999&rd=1&rd=1

2007-06-27 12:48:00 · 1 answers · asked by sobe50418 1

I just started running a program and the hard drive was working hard and then BAM power goes out for about 30 seconds. I try to boot up again and I get a blue screen after the windows xp picture comes up and its about to boot to the desktop. Ive tried a normal boot, last know good config, and each safe mode boot but it goes to a blue screen then tries to reboot again. Is my computer's hard drive destroyed? Is there anything I can do?

2007-06-27 12:45:48 · 3 answers · asked by Bill 2

Priorities:
1. Ease of installation (first time builder).
2. I would like one that comes with at least 1 80mm fan, preferably 2.
3. 1 120mm Fan.
4. The obvious musts: (usb in front).
5. Looks cool.

Prefered Ammenities:
1.Comes w/. a good PSU
2. Side window
3. LCD temp display screen
4. Removable mobo tray.

2007-06-27 12:24:39 · 3 answers · asked by Henry B. 3

I don't know what my video card is but I can tell you else is in my system.


OS:Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2
RAM:256
Processor:Intel Celeron 1.70gHz
HD:52.9 Gigs

I already changed the performance in the System Properties in the Advance tab to Adjust to best performance. I'm thinking about getting a 512 Ram card built just for this motherboard.The motherboard can hold up to 1 gig of RAM. Its by Dell. The Dimension 2350 model.

2007-06-27 12:23:12 · 5 answers · asked by oowaboresyou 1

On my intel core 2 duo e6700 oced to 3.05 ghz (with thermaltake v1 cpu cooling) I'm getting idle temperatures of 46-48 celsius, and about 62 celsius under load. is this safe?
thank you

2007-06-27 11:17:24 · 4 answers · asked by jpnssmasher 1

Is there any new technology coming out soon that I should wait for rather than going from my current 939 system to AM2?

2007-06-27 09:54:39 · 6 answers · asked by ParagonIMMENT 1

I'm in need of a new graphics card and my motherboard with just a regular PCI-Bus slot can't handle any sufficient cards.

I need to know how to do the following:
*How to find the necessary components on my computer for a new motherboard. (i.e. How to find out if I need to buy an AMD or Intel motherboard)
*Where to buy the necessary motherboard I need+service installation.

Thanks for your time and help!

2007-06-27 09:54:33 · 1 answers · asked by Kyle 1

okay im trying not to waste electricty or w/e so what would waste more keeping my computer on ALL the time or turning on and off everytime i need it which is quite a few times a day





please and thank you

2007-06-27 09:37:04 · 10 answers · asked by =) 3

In my comps system properties the AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Prosessor 3500+ says that it runs at 2.20ghz ,though when loading hl2 lost cost, steams performance warning states that its running at 1.0ghz. The game play is poor but thats due to the nvida geforse 6150le. upgrading to 7300gs just hope its works. Also if i was to go in and out of the system properties the processer reading will change from 2.20ghz to 1.0ghz?? why is that?

2007-06-27 09:31:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i was wondering which would be better to play games at high performance with the 8800GTS 320MB graphics card?
Amd Fx-62/2.8Ghz/dual core/windsor/1000MHz FSB/L2 2MB cache/Socket AM2
or
Intel Core 2 duo E6600/2.4GHz/1066MHz FSB/ L2 4MB cache/socket 775

2007-06-27 09:24:43 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

This is what I have:

Processor: Intel Pentium 4 CPU 2.00GHz 1.98 GHz
Memory (RAM): 767MB
Video Card: NVidia GeForce FX 5200
Sound: Creative SB Live! Series

I am running Windows Vista. Before I did have Windows XP but I didn't have the actual copy (it was my ex's computer) so upgraded so I could have a copy of it. No bugs so far but my video games run significantly worse with it. Any suggestions that don't involve uninstalling Vista?

2007-06-27 09:08:26 · 6 answers · asked by asoobee 2

im building a new computer. have some stuff already, looking for the following things: this is a challenge for the computer saavy.

i need

a pcie mobo (got a celeron processor, and DDR3 or 4 memory, (must fit the processor AND the memory)),
a good graphics card (worthy of playing BF2142),
a case,
apower supply

DONT NEED:
hard drive or disk drives,
sound card
memory
processor or heat sink

now here's the challenge. all the first stuff... for under $200.

can you do it? and have it all work together fine? provide the links and the total cost. just for suggestions, mind you. not a lazy *** who doesnt wanna do it himself. just some fun for guys out thre who need a challenge. good luck to all!

2007-06-27 08:58:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm planning on building my computer, but I can't rely on Newegg for parts because I'm a Canadian, and they don't ship outside the US. Does anybody know any major Canadian online computer parts business?

2007-06-27 08:37:48 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous