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Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) I have tried to scan my system with various antivirus programs, with absolutely no success. I don't know what to do next. I even tried to scan in safe mode, couldn't get onto the internet to try other scannings. used the...

Hi, I would like to know if there is some guide that explains in detail how to change your PSU to a new one - not the whole case! What is all the stuff you have to take in consideration, what not to do, etc. I never assembled nor replaced any part in computers so I need some help.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) I installed the XP SP2 upgrade from the free CD yesterday. However, when I checked my system information today its still showing as XP SP1. I installed SP2 again this morning, via MS's automatic updates, everything...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.general (More info?) Beginning this morning, I have lost Volume Control. Have had it until this morning. When trying to implement it I get the following message: Volume Control There are no active mixer devices available. To install mixer...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?) I have nvidia GeForce 5200 128mb using driver 6.14.10.5672 & XP home SP1(not SP2!!) and when I right click on a program under Start/Programs nothing happens. The screen flickers as if something tries to appear but cant. I can...

Archived from groups: alt.comp.periphs.videocards.nvidia,alt.os.linux.debian (More info?) Hi all, first of all my appologies for this crosspost; my dispair got me this far. If the subject sounds familiar to you, you might be able to help me. I encountered the infamous x-freeze while...

Archived from groups: comp.sys.ibm.pc.hardware.video (More info?) Hi. I was hoping perhaps someone here could help me. I recently was given a nice 20 inch monitor by a guy who was going to a flatscreen, and didn't have space in his apartment for the older monitor. He was running it on a...

TBreak takes a look at the GF6800GT SLI (along with GF6800U SLI) against the X850XT and the regular GF6800Ultra and GT; <A HREF="http://www.tbreak.com/reviews/article.php?cat=grfx&id=360&pagenumber=1" target="_new">http://www.tbreak.com/reviews/article.php?cat=grfx&id=360&pagenumber=1</A> The...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.perform_maintain (More info?) Can anyone tell me why my CPU usage is sometimes at 100%, I thought I had a good computer for widows xp. My system information is: OS Name Microsoft Windows XP Professional Version 5.1.2600 Service Pack 2 Build...

In win 7, (example: notepad) "save as", "open" popup box , the icons view is always defaulted to "tiles". How can I make the view to be permanently "details" view? Thanks

I want to kill the noise from my box Athlon cooler and I have 4 choices - Scythe Kamakiri 6xheatpipe - Zalman CNPS 7700-AlCu - Thermaltake SilentTower 4 in 1 -21 dBA - Aerocool HT-101 Tower/Junior They are at same price range, and each of them looks cool (apart from zalman that looks as...

CAN SOMEONE TELL ME HOW TO GET TO THE DDNS SECTION OF THE ROUTER MANUAL TO ENABLE AND ENTER INFO TO THE PAGE.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) Some of my programs can't connect due to the problem mesion in this article (address http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;884020). So, I wonder where can I get a copy of this file? Thanks -- Camford...

My friend had me add a CD-Burner to his PC. After installation everything continued working fine for about a week. Now when he attempts to power down, Windows appears to shut down and either shows a light blue screen, or the monitor turns off, but all the fans ect. stay on. Checked some other...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) HELP! When I send e-mail, it appears in my inbox. I cannot recieve e-mail from other people. What have I done wrong? I've checked servers and everything is correct, I'm using windows xp through multiple user accounts...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.customize (More info?) I have a couple of programs that I can not set them and have them hold the size setting "Maximized". I've right- clicked on the icon an gone to properties, clicked on the down arrow and selected Maximun, and after...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.general (More info?) Last night I ran Norton's Win Doctor and found that there were two files missing that could possibly compromise the integrity of one of my programs but I don't know which. The error message reads as follows...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware (More info?) I just got SP2 for WinXP Pro and whenever I plug in my USB mouse my laptop instantly reboots. My Extigy and Palm work fine with USB. The problem isn't port-specific. My laptop doesn't even start-up with the mouse plugged in...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) I noticed the last time I tried to update that the update page has a different look, it won't be long.

I really don't know how to explain this except to say that if I run my XP 2500+ with the STANDARD 166 fsb, I get about 5-10 minutes before the system shuts down. It doesn't freeze, it doesn't give me a bluescreen of death, it just shuts down and everything goes black. I don't think the ram...

I want to connect my keyboard (Yamaha PSR-225GM) to my computer through the SoundBlaster Audigy game/midi port. I have got the right cable and everything is fine. I am using Cakewalk 9. Just don't know how to connect... the keyboard is not detected... please help...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin (More info?) Recently I decided to play arround with my computer. Much to my family's disappointment. I have had a problem with any user account which was not set to admin. it would load up then exit. (Hard to explain problem)...

Hi, I just bought the brand new Creative Audigy 2 Platinum EX to replace my old Creative SBlive Platinum. I use the Cambridge DTT2500 Desktop Theater 5.1 speakers, and i seem to have a problem with them. the old SBlive Platinum came with a DIN digital connector, and i just hooked them up to it...

Hi all. I am about to upgrade my old system and would like some comments if possible... I have two systems in mind: 1. Asus motherboard, KT400 Athlon XP1800+ DDR400, 256 or 512MB 2. Asus, Sis648 Intel 2Ghz (memory) I am not sure about what memory for the Intelsystem. Also unsure about wether...

i've downloaded call of duty uo expansion pack,i already have installed call of duty1 whn i try to install cod uo thn first it install thn it gives error "call of duty uo could not locate the call of duty........how to remove this error...

300 watt psu for an p4 1.6..... im not sure what company is the best... i have an enermax 350 for an xp system but i don't want to spend that much for this system....what psu is reliable?? Nice people are kool...Mean people just suck :lol:

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware (More info?) After an upgrade to XP Pro from Win98, my floopy is not recognized. In device manager it has a yellow !. I can reinstall the driver and it works fine until the pc is rebooted then it goes back to yellow !. The BIOS sees it...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) how can i change password

I want to put my computers in the basement, Only problem is that it's damp down there. Is dampness a big concern when it comes to computers? I do have a dehumidifyer, but I don't want to runn it all the time ((Noise)Television is also down there)

Here are my specs: AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Black Edition Thuban 3.3GHz ASUS M4A79XTD EVO AM3 AMD 790X ATX AMD Motherboard ZOTAC ZT-98GES3P-FSR GeForce 9800 GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 Intel X25-M Mainstream SSDSA2MH080G2R5 2.5" 80GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) G.SKILL Ripjaws Series...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?) I've got a big problem that I just cannot find a solution for. Everytime I play a video file, be it a streaming file on the internet, a dvd played on the dvd rom, or even visualisations in media player, everything works...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.configuration_manage (More info?) Hello, I would like to move the user profiles from c:\Documents and Settings to other directory/drive (let's say e:\profiles). Is there some safe and "user friendly" way of doing this. So far I've been doing it...

Hello, I recently bought a LG 2353 LCD and currently testing it out with my console and computer (priority) to see if I see any cons that may sway my decision on keeping the LCD. Now this is my problem. I see a light greenish/bluish film of tint overlaying my gray color on steam and in call of...

So i just got my gpu in last night. I booted up diablo 3 and within 20 mins i got a bsod System Service Exception error. It dident do it again till today. It randomly does it. hasent done it in about 8 hours of diablo 3 so far. I tested the ram with memtest+ and no issues. The drivers are...

'lo all, As above really, I'm after a wireless printer/scanner and wondered if there was considered to be a particular 'best' in the field? Good quality photo prints would be a bonus! Cheers

Hi all, I'm new to the LCD world and would be interested in getting an LCD, mainly for CAD, some graphics, games, movies, and general computing screens. Does anyone have a recommedation. I'm leaning towards a 19" screen. Like to have one that shows true black (or close to it) and vibrant...

Archived from groups: comp.periphs.printers (More info?) Hi folks, Does anyone know how to force an Epson inkjet (C62) to offer the cartridges for changing even though there's still ink in the cartridge? I know I can do it by starting a clean cycle and then pulling the plug at the...

Archived from groups: alt.comp.periphs.scanner (More info?) My HP Scanjet 5p has worked fine for many years on NT4.0 OS. I recently installed it on a win 98se os computer. It works ok except that it won't scan or open any color files. I then put windows ME os on the computer and I have the...

Anyone that has these monitors or has experienced these monitors, could you give me a little hand... whats good about them? any problems? blurriness at all anywhere..? if my p95f isnt satisfying ill get one of the two... which one is nicer? <P ID="edit"><FONT SIZE=-1><EM>Edited by shm0 on...

i have an acer aspire 5552g-5828 laptop that is just over a year old and i wanted to know if there are any backlit keyboard mods i can make to it or even a backlit keyboard/backlit keyboard mod package that would fit it that i could buy? thanks in advance