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Hello, I'm trying to install a new printer, but when I do, I get the Windows Logo testing failure and it will not let me add the printer. Also noticed I lost my SoundMax sound and when I try to restore it from my motherboard disc, I get the same message. What's going on?

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.games (More info?) I had errors with starting my games lately, such as the Sims2 and Ragnarok Online. But I had no problems a few mnoths ago when starting games like these. My Nvidia GeForce 420 graphics unit isn't obsolete, and supposedly I've...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.games (More info?) A new Barbie Fashion game (xmas pres) worked fine until a few days ago when the very first time my daughter put it in to play after the last Microsoft automatic update, it only gets as far as where you click on your name to...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) what do I do to make all of text fit within screen?

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) I'm going travelling for 5 weeks and wanted to unplug my PC from the mains in case a storm shoots the electricity. This might sound a simple question, but will my PC be OK (ie keep all it's information) being switched off...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics,microsoft.public.windowsxp.general,microsoft.public.windowsxp.security_admin (More info?) Seeing as how so many have switched to Firefox (including myself) I thought this should maybe be posted here. It it offends anyone by being...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.print_fax (More info?) I have Epson stylus C86 on network server (win98, patch city.) When I try insall network printer from this computer, (winXP, heavily modified) I am told that I do not have propler driver installed ( I installed driver...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) Every time I sign in to windows i get a pop up windows stating that (Error loading EGCOMSERVICE_1048.dll.exe) The specified module could not be found. All help greatly appreciated.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.messenger (More info?) I'm getting a message to respond to an email to complete .net passport registration.....there is NO message there. Been happening at boot for the last month since I got this computer. How do I stop it? Special thanks...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.general (More info?) When I click on 'Run' from the Start menu, I find a history of commands and websites visited. How do I delete this history?

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.configuration_manage (More info?) I use XP Pro with SP2. I've bought a new HDD, formatted and partitioned it under XP's Disk Manager and used Ghost 2002 (v7, I think) to copy my files. I've installed the new drive as the master with the...

Dear Experts---are there any SFF systems, self-built or already assembled at reasonable prices, that support 64GB or more of RAM? (this is for large data set analyses.) I will run linux and R on it. I like the integration of shuttle sff, but I couldn't see a 64 or 128 GB RAM system. does it...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.print_fax (More info?) Hi all Am shopping for replacement ink tanks for my i850 Canon printer but am confused when noticing two different sets of tank reference numbers for the same printer. In the case of black ink, one quote is "BCI-3e-PBK"...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) I have jsut upgraded my Dell Lattitude laptop to XP Pro from 2000 Pro. I also selected the NTFS file structure, was at FAT32 before. I can boot to both o/s. How do I transfer the programs and files from 2kpro to XP? Do...

even after fully charging the new battery , it shows only 1 hr and 50 minutes remaining. The power of battery should last at least for three hours. what are the tips to use the battery power for long hours? like for atleast three hours. murali1639@rediffmail.com

Hello, i can´t install the graphic driver in vgn-sz3xp it´s a geforce go 7400,in windows 7 or 8. I´m trying to install the drivers from nvidia but when i run the setup it teels me that it can´t find the hardware!!!

Hello, bootmgr is compressed i have a a minilap with windows 7 ultimate and my usb no response what can i do?

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) Does anyone know what Microsoft is going to do for their next OS for the general publics desktop? I have XP Pro, anything coming up? Richard

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.perform_maintain (More info?) after loading sp2 system would not boot back up, couldn't even get to safe mode. used restore cd and xp is back up but desktop and all personal documents appear to be gone now.... is there anyway to retrieve...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.perform_maintain (More info?) When I go to the start menu My search menu will not come up or work at all.... Also I have a hijacker on my computer that keeps sending me to this site instead of my homepage...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) What is the amount of data that´s got to be downloded for Windows SP2 service update! My computer har been working on it since September 25:th, and has just reached "50% completed". I´m started to get worried. I do have a...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?) Hi All, I have an XP system with a hardware DVD decoder on my video card and a software DVD decoder installed with the Cyberlink software. How can I choose between the two when playing a DVD? Actually all I really want to...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware (More info?) I have recently installed servive pack 2, and althouth my modem appears to be working the safely remove hardware icon is in the task bar wanting me to remove my modem. please can anyone help fix this problem please...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) I have noticed 18 $NtUninstall folders in my windows folder. all are connected with spuninst folder.They are in blue type.What are they?Should I delete them? The Franchise

The Register has a blurb about Intel demoing the Quad Core Tigerton today. It is expected to appear in select systems by the start of November. Linkage They still don't expect 4P until next year though.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) After start up I keep getting the gearsec error after installing SP2. Reverting to SP1 and the problem goes away... Any help please.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?) I have a Dell Dimension Computer. I used Windows XP. I recently put on a new copy of Easy Creator. I have to change my monitor to 1028 X768 with 32 bit setting. My standard setting is 800 x 600. I switch back to my default...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.configuration_manage (More info?) when logging on to windows the system 32 folder opens each time . i need step by step intructions on how to eliminate this problem. thanks

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Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) It concerns a Dell laptop. By booting, the laptop says 'The system has recovered a serious error'. Error signiture contains: C:\...\Mini080105-01.dmp C:\...\WERec36.dir00 C:\...\sysdata.mxl The laptop has a new...

I have suddenly encounted the BSOD (page_fault_in_Nonpaged_area_ but apparently Only when I access Word 2007 (Student edition). Memory is fine (I've checked). I am running Windows 7 Premium Home Edition. I have also tried booting in Safe Mode, again, only with word 2007, did I get the BSOD...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware (More info?) Hi all, I've been having trouble the last couple of days with my computer (P4 2GHZ , 512 MB on Xp Pro Service pack 1) shutting down and restarting by itself. I have blasterworm patch etc.latest security updates installed...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.basics (More info?) My documents, pictures and saved web pages change from their normal file size to an unusable 0KB when I open Windows Explorer. Any ideas would be great. Thanks. -- Pete

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.general (More info?) need some assistance. Outlook express is "stripping" large file attachments on incoming e mails. (eg 80 page win doc.) but does let in some files with jpg file names. would appreciate advice on how to correct these...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware (More info?) cd rom does not work at all and occasionally makes a whining noise. Does not read or play disks and on occasions isnt recognised by the computer at all. Any help would be appreciated

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.help_and_support (More info?) I ran a new XP disc over my shambles of a set-up. I have a a c drive and a g drive. Now I cant get any of the old files AT ALLLLLLLL!! PLEASE HELP ME.

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.video (More info?) Hi. Does anyone know if the GeForce 6800GT 256mb DDR3 Dual DVI TV PCI-E has VIVO feature, to capture video, or is it a different model? I have a VIVO port but when i try to install the capture drivers it says Problem...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.work_remotely (More info?) I've been reading the posts and I am reluctant to routinely establish RDC without VPN first. I can set up both from home to the office (not concurrently) , but not RDC through VPN, yet. I use the same server NIC to...

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.windowsxp.newusers (More info?) I just upgraded to Windows XP Pro Monday. I did the update install. Now in Outlook Express all of my old e- mails are gone. The contact list is still there, but the in-box is empty and all of the sub folders I had...

i formated my hardrive after avirus and lost all my picturesany ideas how to get them back