Laptops & Notebooks - December 2007

I have a Dell Inspirion 700M laptop and I had a virus so I had someone reinstall Windows for me, now I need to reinstall it again and the same person can't help me, what do I need to know before I uninstall and reinstall windows on my laptop? I have a cd with all the drivers he used. How do I reinstall those drivers and get my internet back up (or once I install the driver for my wireless card should I just connect?)

2007-12-03 00:26:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I first noticed this line last week, and it is always there no matter what application I am in. The screen is still readable either side of it, and as it is very fine it doesn't stop me reading or seeing anything, but I'd like to get rid of it if anyone knows how?

2007-12-02 21:37:46 · 10 answers · asked by Copper 4

Today out of no where, my laptop(An IBM T42) shut off completely with no warning at all. It would not turn back on at first so i took out the battery and unplugged it for a while. After about i minute i put the battery back in and plugged it back in and it turned on just fine. But after a while i noticed that when sending messages in aim or windows live messenger my computer would freeze a moment then send the message when they were literally instant before.

Also, and this is the big one, when i use internet explorer, it will eventually freeze and i have to end the not responding task. Then i can no longer open anything until i completely restart my computer.

is there any reason this could be happening? do i have a virus? is my computer just crapping out on me?

2007-12-02 19:15:09 · 3 answers · asked by Jim C 1

I need a laptop that is good for business and education. Good graphics, sound and design would be good, price range would be under (Aus) $1300. I'm thinking of buying an Asus; are they any good and reliable? Also, can anyone tell me the difference between Windows XP and Vista (I know there is new widgets, but other stuff?), and what is the difference between Vista Home and Vista Business?

2007-12-02 19:11:53 · 3 answers · asked by Kudos_to_that 2

OK i need a laptop because my desktop is a P.O.S. but i kinda dont want to buy anything new because I havent heard anything good or even decent about Windows Vista and if im gonna pay a shitload of money i dont want the thing to run really s l o w or like **** and close up programs on me (thats whats wrong with my current computer) and Vista is on every laptop out there right? but i eventually plan on getting one so what brand should i go with? heres some things to consider
-I want the Most Memory Possibly prefferbly 2 or more gigs
-Something that costs less or around $700
-Not really gonna install any games maybe one
-general use for this computer is gonna be school work and youtube for when im bored

2007-12-02 18:46:49 · 7 answers · asked by The kid 2

My laptop is making like a scratching sound near where the processor is. Do you think thats what it is? it started a few days ago after i left it on over night. its only about 3 months old. please help!

2007-12-02 18:32:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

ok i have a laptop and i have my home connection set up...well the other day i was trying to set up a connection throught my school also and i thin i may have messed things up. if i dont touch the curser every once in a while it kicks me off the internet and asks me to work offline or try again. it never used to do this! why is it doing this and how can i make it stop doing it again??

2007-12-02 17:46:22 · 2 answers · asked by snowrider336 3

i've got a new laptop from dell with vista!

2007-12-02 17:38:48 · 10 answers · asked by martin.impelido 1

does anyone know of a wireless device I can use to attach to my TV so i can watch the channels on my laptop over my home wireless network?

2007-12-02 16:16:45 · 3 answers · asked by Neil D 1

I have an ipod, digital, and a camcorder. I want a laptop that can make movies and stuff.

2007-12-02 16:11:19 · 5 answers · asked by native_angel_1983 1

let's say i want to take it to a friends house what do i need to connect to the internet on my computer...an express card???

2007-12-02 16:06:11 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

If i have a wireless router for my laptop.. Am i able to connect to the internet wherever i am if i take the router too? Or is there only certain places you can connect to, or maybe only in the home network? I'm new to all this and very confused.

2007-12-02 15:56:26 · 6 answers · asked by Clarity. 3

I know that the MacBook costs more than most of the Notebooks, but which one is better in terms of duribility? Personally, I like Apple better than PC, but my dad is convinced that no good can come from Apple. I want the MacBook, but my dad warns against them. I think he might be biased toward PCs though. Which one do you suggest?

2007-12-02 15:48:45 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

For christmas I am getting an HP Pavillion and I am wondering how to get all of my music, media, documents, everything off of my family Desktop and onto the laptop. I use itunes to store my library, but 95% of the media is from C.D.s. I don't have an iPod or any other large portable hard drive that I could copy all my failes to and download onto the laptop. Does any one know an easy way to move about 8-10 GB from my Desktop to my Laptop? Thanks!

2007-12-02 15:17:21 · 10 answers · asked by Gettingbetter123 2

I CANT GET SOUND ON MY COMPUTER WHEN I UPLOAD VIDEOS FROM MY CAMERA LIKE IT WILL LET ME WATCH THEM BUT WONT LET ME HERE THEM AND I KNOW THE SOUND IS UP ALL THE WAY BECAUSE I CAN HEAR OTHER THINGS ON MY COMPUTER AND HELP I HAVE A GATEWAY COMPUTER WITH VISTA

2007-12-02 13:53:28 · 3 answers · asked by Trista M 1

I was wondering which would be better for writing and editing drafts, a Mac or Windows. A friend of mine suggested that I look into a Mac Book or a Mac book Pro. Rather than going with a Mac. Windows machines are good for desktops, other than you can store a lot. I noted that windows can slow down, while three applications are running at the same time. A laptop is not a good idea, harder to upgrade. Vista laptops can be annoying; in what I call the five second delay. When it comes to writing or opening an application.
A desktop can annoy the hell out of you. After a friend confirmed that his windows desktop slowed down, even though it’s already juiced up.
I’m looking for a portal machine to do writing and editing. And listening to some tunes while striking the keyboards. Something that won’t go into the five second delay mode.
What are your thoughts?

2007-12-02 13:23:37 · 3 answers · asked by dumbshmoe 1

does anyone know if itunes comes on the mx3230 laptop or if i have to install it


by the way is the Mx3230 a good Notebook?

2007-12-02 13:11:43 · 3 answers · asked by LuvSawngz 2

I'm a little confused. Is this where your computer has an Intel processor, with an Intel Video Card, and an Intel wireless card?

Thanks; I'm looking for a new computer....

2007-12-02 12:34:56 · 4 answers · asked by bigray1nixon 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ok I am debating on a new laptop but everyone has me weary of VISTA....Is it that bad?...I don't want to buy a computer and not be able to operate the thing...THANKS

2007-12-02 06:57:17 · 16 answers · asked by M 2

This is horrible. This is a disaster!

Ok, I was working on editing several music sets, and recordings for this very large music company, and I was really feeling tired.

So I took a short nap, and left my MacBook Pro in sleep mode.

The next thing I knew, the fire detector was going off, and there was a lot of steam coming from my desk. Luckily, I stuffed my blanked over it, and smothered it.

Now my MacBook Pro has a melted keyboard, and it won't turn on. It appears that the hard drive is very damaged.

My stuff is suppose to be due tomorrow! And now my laptop is dead. This is a very important project, and to think it's all gone would be BAD.

What do I do now? Is there anything I can do before tomorrow?

2007-12-02 06:50:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

My laptop is about 3 years old and I noticed it began running slower during the summer.

2007-12-02 06:49:31 · 3 answers · asked by kerri 1