Hardware - December 2007

Im looking for a decent Gaming Pc which will handle Games like Crysis and far Cry 2 when it comes out. I have a budget for 400. I really need profesional advice here thanks

2007-12-09 08:01:38 · 6 answers · asked by Jon B 2 in Desktops

2007-12-09 07:36:31 · 8 answers · asked by stormy1 1 in Desktops

Our windows refused to start so reloaded it with windows disk and at a section we cipoed files from the old windows onto the new ones. Any idea where these will be?

2007-12-09 07:35:18 · 10 answers · asked by chris s 2 in Desktops

everytime i try to install windows xp sp2 it gets to creating cabinets....running processes before install. after that, it just stays there. I even left it on over night and it still just stayed there. what do I need to do to fix this problem?

2007-12-09 07:30:23 · 5 answers · asked by Andy 1 in Add-ons

For a few days now, my laptop screen has been going black while I am using it and will stop responding completely. When I cut off the power and try to start it up again, it won't most of the time. When it does start up, it will always show the black screen and stop responding after a few minutes. What is wrong with it?

(model: Dell Latitude D820)

2007-12-09 07:27:58 · 6 answers · asked by Duo's child 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

While working on my laptop the screen started jumping. A seconds later it went black. With the light behind I can see the Icons. What can be the problem?

2007-12-09 07:23:32 · 1 answers · asked by landkm 4 in Laptops & Notebooks

im looking to buy a laptop. I was looking at this one
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10093899&catid=#

But it only comes in vista!
My friend says that XP is better than Vista?
what is the difference? like advantages and disadvantages...
Does the laptop above look like a good choice?
What can i do on XP that i cant do on Vista?

2007-12-09 07:20:01 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

2007-12-09 06:38:04 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I am looking for a good gaming laptop and I was also wondering what would be the best screen size. Also, i was wondering what external/portable hard drive i should get (if any).

2007-12-09 06:35:13 · 5 answers · asked by rstijerina_19 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I have a HP scanner and run windows Vista, home premium

2007-12-09 06:33:36 · 4 answers · asked by spokeshave 2 in Scanners

How can I save money quickly? I'm around 12-14.
I saw Disney Channels Original Movie 'Read it and Weep' and I really want the laptop shes got. I hardly go on the computer but i've love to write a story on a touch screen. Anyway, they're sooo pricy its Unbelievable, so I need to save.
Any ideas?

2007-12-09 06:23:51 · 15 answers · asked by Wrackspurt 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

hi i am making my first pc so i need help with RAID ,
i have one SATA || and 2 DVD roms IDE and one DVD rom SATA || how do chose which raid settings that i am going use and how do i do that ?

2007-12-09 05:54:21 · 2 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

Hi, Would appreciate if anyone could tell tell me what is required to make a laptop WiFi.
I have heard of routers and usb attachments, but I am not sure.
Thanks

2007-12-09 05:48:26 · 6 answers · asked by storesman 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

Is there something you can buy besides a subscription to a wireless carrier to help you pick up hotspot signals stronger on your laptop?

2007-12-09 05:15:15 · 2 answers · asked by mell mell 3 in Laptops & Notebooks

have intel core 2 E6420 2.13Gherts,,,2 GB Ballistix Tracer 240-pin PC-6400, Asus p5w dh Mobo ,%00 GB seagate HDD , 2 DVD/Rw lite on all sata || drivers ...and also i got 2 videos cards Nvidia and ATI ...one 8800GT and one 3870 HD poeple saying that ATi cards more into HD videos and multimdeia ...is that ture ..? co s i am going to use my pc for wacting videos and that ..

also i am going play lots of games so which OS system shoud i get ?

2007-12-09 05:14:25 · 3 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

1.Corsair 2GB PC2-6400 XMS2 ....

2.2GB kit (1GBx2), Ballistix Tracer 240-pin DIMM (with LEDs), DDR2 PC2-6400

and does the first ram has LED's

2007-12-09 04:37:01 · 5 answers · asked by randike2007 1 in Other - Hardware

If I set my Windows update to automatic update mode (it says 3:00 AM every day), does my computer have to be on at that time?

2007-12-09 03:24:14 · 17 answers · asked by cidyah 7 in Desktops

I am looking to buy a laptop but not sure what to go for...
*Broadband plug in and wireless needed (not sure if i trust wireless, but if it's there setup maybe i'll use it one day) Medium to heavy usage.
*Budget of £250
*Watch films, listen to music, download (but not loads)
*Website designing/building (This and Internet will be main uses)
those are what i have to consider.

Preferences: I would rather stick to XP, Vista doesn't sound all that good.

Thank you in advance.

2007-12-09 03:17:35 · 10 answers · asked by Humza 5 in Laptops & Notebooks

hi,just got a laptop off ebay,very nice but when you go to get the @sign its not there,you have to press shift and the number 2 ,how do i change it back please ,other signs are wrong as well .thank you.

2007-12-09 03:04:00 · 6 answers · asked by thomas_vcky 2 in Laptops & Notebooks

http://www.gizmag.com/go/7921/picture/37112/




ANSWER ONLY IF YOU KNOW!
thnx

2007-12-09 02:13:21 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

well i want to download my favorite tv show then burn them on dvds. can you give very detailed steps? thank you

2007-12-09 02:04:05 · 2 answers · asked by Taco 4 in Other - Hardware

2007-12-09 01:28:19 · 9 answers · asked by shankey_143 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

I GB memory vs 2 GB for someone who is not a gamer and only uses the PC for e-mail, internet searches, and college work - - also, hard drive: 320 GB vs 250GB.
How much is really needed for reasonable efficiency?

Windows Vista vs XP for non-networked, single person, home use.
This is a gift for a friend. I want to get enough but not pay for capacity that will not be needed. Added note - speed of internet may be limited by her connection which is in the mountains beyond cable services. Only wireless access
other than the snail paced dial up. Strength of wireless service varies from 2 to 3 bars - if this affects speed (which is another facet I do not know). Thanks and Merry Christmas.

2007-12-09 01:23:23 · 9 answers · asked by Spreedog 7 in Desktops

My motherboard supports 2GB RAM. Im not sure if it is advisable to put 1GB and 256MB together. They are different brand.. one is Kingston (1GB) and KUK (256)..

2007-12-09 01:17:06 · 9 answers · asked by ramil023 2 in Add-ons

I just ordered my MacBook with a 2.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1GB memory, a 120GB hard drive, and a Double-layer SuperDrive. When I bought it, it was way too much money to upgrade to 2GB of RAM, let alone 4GB. ($150, and $850)

On this website
http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=MacBook%202.2GHz%20Intel%20Core%202%20Duo%20%2813-inch%20White%29%20MB062LL/B&pl=Apple&cat=RAM

It says I could get 2GB of ram for $51, or 4GB of ram for $160.
I don't feel like spending $160 on that, but I will if its worth it. I was just wondering if 2GB is good enough, or should I go with the 4GB?

2007-12-09 01:15:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks

can u give me the source please?

2007-12-09 01:14:17 · 8 answers · asked by The Snail 5 in Laptops & Notebooks

i have this problem and my computer keeps shutting off on me and for some reason the fan is very loud and i dont know whats causing this problem. amber light — Blinking amber indicates a problem with an installed device; solid amber indicates an internal power problem

2007-12-09 00:59:16 · 7 answers · asked by Berry A 2 in Desktops

Will the 32 bit Vista Ultimate run slow? I mean I didn't find the answer anywhere. Thanks!

2007-12-09 00:44:00 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Add-ons

I ve been on the Acer support site and it said only up to 2gb

2007-12-09 00:07:43 · 3 answers · asked by Reevesy 1 in Laptops & Notebooks

for christmas i am asking for a laptop and my dad said he would probably get me one but it can't be over like 1,000 i'm 12 and i was wondering which laptop would be the best for homework, aim, word, pictures, msn, and just surfing and playing on the internet

Thanks in advance

XOXO

2007-12-09 00:05:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Laptops & Notebooks