Hardware - December 2007

amd x2 dual core 2.0ghz
1gb ddr2 4200 dual channel ram
1 wd raptor 10k
7300gt 128mb gddr3... core at 620mhz memory at 1620mhz

2007-12-30 13:24:45 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Why does the screen automatically dim after 5 minutes of inactivity on my macbook pro? Sometimes I'm watching a movie in quick time (not in full screen by the way) and the screen will go dark (not turn off). I can still barely see the icons, but it gets really dark. Obviously just tapping the mouse will brighten the screen again; I've looked around in system preferences, but haven't been able to find a solution. I would appreciate any solutions to this.

2007-12-30 12:15:34 · 5 answers · asked by Waterfall 3 in Monitors

2007-12-30 11:12:47 · 28 answers · asked by cartman 4 in Desktops

My motherboard has 4 ram slots. it is able to support 4gb ram for 32 bit.... and 8gb for 64 bit os. Right now, I have two 1-gig sticks running in dual channel. they are both the same brand and the same amount of memory.
Now I have 2 ram slots left.
Im planning to get a pair of 512mb sticks..... will all my ram run in dual channel if my ram arrangement is like this:

Slot1: 1GB
Slot2: 1GB
Slot3: 512MB
Slot 4: 512MB

Slot 1 and 2 are yellow, slot 3 and 4 are black.

i just built my computer couple days ago... and i installed vista in it.... 2gb is still kinda low for my applications.....

2007-12-30 11:11:02 · 2 answers · asked by Crysis 7 in Desktops

I dont see why it would, but I want to be 100% sure before I place an order for one.

2007-12-30 10:56:23 · 2 answers · asked by Arif R 1 in Desktops

I did not change my graphics card, and I think that the one my computer came with is not very good. Is my processor and memory enough to play the games?

2007-12-30 10:11:08 · 12 answers · asked by Kashukun 1 in Desktops

i took my acer laptop to be repaired at best buy they said it weas still under the year manufacturers warranty but then looked at the sticker on the back of the laptop and it had faded so they said we cant service it you have to go through acer, which im sure wont be fun but today i pulled out the battery and saw the sticker with the snid number

2007-12-30 10:10:10 · 2 answers · asked by kannibalkai 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Hi I have a Window98(with a DVD ROM installed with ultra speed) yeah I'm getting a new one and I'm going to be trading it in with a man who fix computers and build them. I'm going to get the newest and THAT'S why I wanted to know with a Window98 having a performace status of
Memory:384.0MB of RAM
system Resources: 38%
File system:32-bit
Virtual memory:32-bit
Is Good or half decent so that when I get my new one it will save a couple of bucks when I do the trading!
My computer seems to be working ok but I would like to be updated to the new versions!

10 points automactically for anyone who gives me a true good answer!

2007-12-30 10:05:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

2007-12-30 10:03:45 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-12-30 10:02:15 · 8 answers · asked by Charlotte V 1 in Desktops

I can't find the size of this card. I know the 3870 will not fit in my computer, i'm wondering if it's just the width or both the length and width. I have a Dell E510. looked everywhere online for dimensions on video cards and found nothing just references to long cards. if anyone currently has this card NOT Diamond brand (as all my references put this brand as crap), and can physically meausre card, as far as length and height I will give the first person with an honest answer the best answer vote. Please help i am between ordering this card which i want and an older HD2900 XT, just due to size alone.

2007-12-30 09:59:17 · 2 answers · asked by SvTybalt 3 in Add-ons

I recently noticed I have no sound on my computer anymore. The following is what shows up when I try to play my music: Windows Media Player cannot play the file because there is a problem with your sound device. There might not be a sound device installed on your computer, it might be in use by another program, or it might not be functioning properly. Why is it saying this? Someone please help!

2007-12-30 09:58:32 · 1 answers · asked by stressed 1 in Add-ons

hi i have 7600gt 256mb
should i upgrade it to 8600gt 512 mb (albatron)

i know 8800 is better but i dont have that much money

does it worth to upgrade to 8600gt
how much is the difference

2007-12-30 09:58:03 · 4 answers · asked by ali m 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-12-30 09:53:06 · 2 answers · asked by Gianna F 1 in Monitors

I have an INTEL CORE 2 DUO PROCESSOR T7500 2.2GHZ/800MHZ WITH 4GB OF RAM WITH A 256MB NVIDIA GEFORCE 8600M GT



THESE ARE THE SPECTS FOR CRYSIS

Required

Operating System: Windows XP or Windows Vista

Processor: 2.8 GHz or faster (XP); 3.2 GHz or faster (Vista)

RAM: 1.0 GB RAM or 1.5 GB RAM (Vista)

Video Card: 256 MB


Required

Operating System: Windows XP or Windows Vista

Processor: 2.8 GHz or faster (XP); 3.2 GHz or faster (Vista)

RAM: 1.0 GB RAM or 1.5 GB RAM (Vista)

Video Card: 256 MB
Windows XP or Windows Vista
2.8 GHz or faster (XP); 3.2 GHz or faster (Vista)
1.0 GB RAM or 1.5 GB RAM (Vista)
256 MB

BUT I THINK THIS IS FOR SLOWER PROCESSORS

PLEASE HElP

AND PLEASE RATE MY COMPUTER

2007-12-30 09:40:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

The computer right now has a gigabyte 8I945P-G motherboard, and Intel Pentium D processor. What are some CPU that would be better than the current one and compatible with the motherboard?
Also, are there any other things that a changed CPU would require?

The motherboard:
http://www.gigabyte.co.nz/Products/Motherboard/Products_Overview.aspx?ProductID=1906

2007-12-30 09:38:21 · 3 answers · asked by kgcs10 1 in Desktops

I've been wanting a laptop for so long but there so expensive!If you know of any stores I can find one cheap,new and non-used than please please please tell me!Thanks!

2007-12-30 09:31:14 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

i just got done building my computer i hooked everything up and when i put power to it nothing happens dont turn on no fans moving or anything i have a at31 motherboard what could be the problem just brought a new power supply

2007-12-30 09:30:50 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

I am doing a project that requires me to solder resistors to a circuit board. Does it matter which way the colors are pointed?
It says get the brown, black,red colored resistor. Do the resistor colors go left to right or does it matter?

2007-12-30 09:27:39 · 7 answers · asked by Flashuni 1 in Other - Hardware

Im getting usb 2.0 (i only have 1.1) do i need to get software or just the hardware (PCI-usb)? Also, does it plug into the same slot as a video card does (or sound card)?

2007-12-30 09:26:05 · 3 answers · asked by youknowwho 2 in Add-ons

I just got a 22" LCD monitor and have an nVIDIA GeForce 6600 GT graphics card. When I play in max resolution on Call of Duty 4, it is a lot slower than playing in my old 17" monitor's resolution. I'd like to play max resolution for the graphics not to be terrible but what needs to be upgraded? My graphics card? If so, what is a top of the line graphics card at an affordable price?

I'm playing in 1280x1024 resolution in the game but I'd like to go to 1680x1050 for the best looking graphics, but don't want the lag.

Processor: Pentium 4 CPU 3.00 GHz
RAM: 2 GB
Video Card: nVIDIA GeForce 6600 GT

2007-12-30 09:20:38 · 5 answers · asked by Tom 2 in Add-ons

When i turn the mic volume up using skype or ventrilo, i get severe feedback. I used the mic on another computer and it worked fine. I have updated sound drivers...what do you think the issue could be/do you need more information like a dxdiag or something?

2007-12-30 09:11:23 · 2 answers · asked by bob135 4 in Other - Hardware

the past few days it was at normal speed but now everything is slow my pc, my internet.
i fixed all the errors and i scanned my pc for viruses and i even cleared some of the files but it still remains slow.
Please can someone help me i cant even watch a video from youtube properly because its so slow

2007-12-30 09:09:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Desktops

Just bought the hp pavilion dv2000, which has a built in web cam, but i cant seen to find the files to work it, it didnt come with a cd-rom.

help please!!
Thanks
x

2007-12-30 09:05:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

I dried it out the best I could but not sure if I should plug it in and see if it works. How long should I wait to do this....should I just send it in to have it looked at or repaired first?

2007-12-30 09:02:55 · 11 answers · asked by suzanne h 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I would like to upgrade to a Core 2 Duo or some other kind of dual core CPU, but I am afraid of getting something that is not compatible. I upgraded my RAM to 2 gigs, a new power supply, and a Radeon 3850 video card if any of that matters. Thanks!
Current setup:
Base processor
Pentium4 640 (P) HT 3.2 GHz
800 MHz front side bus
Socket 775
Chipset
ATI Radeon Xpress 200 for Intel Processors
Motherboard
Manufacturer: ECS
Motherboard Name: RC410-M
HP/Compaq motherboard name: Asterope-GL8E

2007-12-30 09:01:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

2007-12-30 07:54:28 · 3 answers · asked by john m 1 in Other - Hardware

Hey guys i am a gamer and i dont know wot graphics card to get n i dont know wot to look out for in a memory card so do i need a Good video card or Memory clock or maybe the Engine clock and yes i have a decent mother board

2007-12-30 07:41:25 · 4 answers · asked by Patrick 1 in Add-ons

my computer can turn on without the cpu although it doesn't show anything but as soon as insert the cpu it wont turn on, all that comes out is a slight clicking sound,i even tried inserting the cpu whle it is running and that just shuts it off. so what part of the motherboard d you think is broken? i know it not the cpu itslf since i tried using a newer one, my board uses a type a(462) socket

2007-12-30 07:37:54 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Hardware

2007-12-30 07:34:55 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks