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I'm looking for some advice concerning some display problems that I'm having.

I just purchased an RCA 32" LCD HDTV (model: L32WD12; spec sheet here: http://tv.rca.com/NR/rdonlyres/8FE5C137-8504-4009-B6AA-9424D07BDBDD/0/L32WD12.pdf).

I've connected the TV to my PC's video card via the VGA ports on both devices. The video card is an ATI Radeon x850 XT Platinum Edition (256 MB RAM; specs sheet here: http://ati.amd.com/products/radeonx850/radeonx850series/index.html).

The problem I'm having is that there is a bad shadowing affect on the TV when I'm using it as a PC monitor (television looks OK). I refer to the problem as "shadowing" instead of "ghosting", because it is always visible, even with still IMAGES such as the icons on the desktop. A good example that I can use to try to explain what I'm seeing is that when my mouse cursor is sitting still, I can see two more "dimmer" mouse cursors to the right of it. This same shadowing effect exists on all graphics, whether on the Windows Desktop, within games, etc. This results in the display quality being very poor.

I've spent a significant amount of TIME adjusting the display settings on the TV and the Video Card, to no avail. I was able to improve the display very slightly by increasing the contrast setting on the video card; however, I noticed that for all practical purposes, none of the adjustments that I make have any real affect on the shadows. I also updated my video card's drivers to the latest version, but that didn't have any NOTICEABLE affect.

So, with all of that being said, here are my questions:

1. Does anyone have any general advice on what might cause this and how I can correct it?

2. My video card has a DVI port, and the TV has an HDMI port - if I connect the video card to the TV using a DVI->HDMI cable, what are the chances that could correct the problem?

3. Someone told me that problems like this were usually related to signal strength. While I'm aware that is an important factor when dealing with coax cable and TV connections, but is the idea of "signal strength" applicable when dealing with a VGA connection? If so, what could I do to improve it?

Thanksuse 32' LCD TV as monitor, i'm going to do that also, hope u'll get yout answer.

your friend may b right, signal strengh problem,
try use different of video input connection, DVI -HDMI, or find something can boost up the signal.
try from the cheaper way
good luck
I broke down and bought a DVI-HDMI cable, and that solved the problem for me. There is no shadowing at all now, and the display looks really good. Admittedly, that was an expensive way to go, though - since I wanted the cable right away, I didn't look around online for a good deal. I just went to Circuit City and bought what they had - a 6' DVI-HDMI for...ouch...$129.

I've been told that perhaps my original problem was just due to a low quality VGA cable, so I might have been able to have gotten an acceptable display quality using another VGA cable. So, if you have any problems when you connect your PC to your 32" TV, it might be worthwhile to try a second VGA cable before you make the investment of the DVI-HDMI cable.wow!, that what i said when u told me that 6" DVI HDMI cable cost u $129. ouch... heart pain...
but it really solve your problem. thanks for the advice.
i'm not change my monitor to 32" yet. $ is the problem. plus i'm not think windows vista stable enough. at least wait for next services pack realease 1st. (my idea of getting 32" LCD as monitor is just bcoz 1:i wanna get a core 2 duo with SLi mode graphic.
2:vista user interface is suitable for this.wide SCREEN)

so the 1st thing already broke me down........

I intend to build a new pc in the near future. Right now I'm looking at parts and stuff and most likely there'll be some parts with features I've never really USED before.

So far the only thing I've just about decided on is the processor - the Intel Core 2 Duo E4400. Now I do intend to salvage some parts from this pc I'm currently using such as the two IDE Hard DRIVES(will buy a SATA hard DRIVE in the future), the 2 DVD optical rewritable drives and perhaps the AGP Radeon X1300 Pro Video Card which brings me to the first question.

Now one of the new parts will definitely be the motherboard and I have a hard time choosing. First I know that it has to have a LGA 775 socket (Sockect T) for the aforementioned processor. My main concern is the Graphics card because in the future I want to buy a PCI Xpress graphics card and put it in this motherboard. Is it possible for a mobo to have both PCI-X and AGP slots for graphics cards?

Now I never had a motherboard with PCI-X slots so this will be my first. I would really like to use the AGP for my current graphics card and get a PCI-X graphics card later down the line and remove the AGP graphics card when that time comes(without having to buy a new motherboard). If the answer to my question in the above paragraph is yes can you recommend some good motherboards with both PCI-X & AGP slots for graphics cards(nothing too expensive, looking for the best bang for my buck)?

That motherboard also has to have good(passable) sound built in until I get the money to buy a good sound card. As for RAM, I interested in buying 2 gigs of DDR2 but if there are DDR1 slots in the motherboard as well I could use the RAM I am currently using until I replace with DDR2 but the motherboard must have DDR2 slots.

In a few years I'll upgrade the processor to a Quad 2 Quad but it should work in the motherboard because of the processor socket right? Lastly SLI/Crossfire capability N the motherboard, it doesn't really matter to me, I doubt I'll be able to afford 2 PCI-X graphics cards and run them parallel. Just curious, is there any REAL performance boost in doing this?

Thanks in advance for any help.
There are some motherboards with both AGP and PCI- Express but they are bit hard to find. Here's one from newegg.com: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157107

Hello, I just got my computer fixed, new mother board put in and a new hard drive. I went to put it my usb flash disk and the screen went blank. I tried both the front and back ones. What does this mean? Do I just need to instal a driver or something? Do I need to take it back to them to FIX it? PLEASE please no computer lingo. I know my basics but nothing beyond that. Any help would be APPRECIATED. If you could post the specs of your machine that might help solve the problem

Go ONTO Start, Programs/All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, System Information.
Post all it says there.

Also, when you say the screen goes blank, does the monitor itself turn off? Or does the computer restart in any way, or do you have to switch it off and on manually?

I want to format 80GB SATA HDD under DOS using format /s command.
1st, im using FDISK and set 1st DOS partition, but a weird things occur.
It only show 10GB after fdisk.
Then i boot into my USB flash drive DOS, i use format :SATA drive follow /s
after format, it is not a DOS partition,i cant boot my SATA HDD.

The only way i found is , boot to XP CD then format the partition to FAT then exit after format.
Aftet that i am use my USB flash drive to format it with format /s.

DOS (if that's what you are really using) ended it's life LONG before SATA was even around.

If you are trying to use XP and are talking about command prompt, etc. then you do not need to format it this way. Just boot with your XP CD and have the SATA drivers ready when ASKED and press F6.

Perhaps you could clarify exactly what operating system, what you are doing and how, and what the final goal is.oh...i forgot to tell the purpose.
actually just a simple goal: make my SATA HDD have a OS.
the fast way i can think is DOS.
once the user on the unit,then is a DOS BASED HDD.
But i can't using the simple command format/s to make it a DOS HDD.
And this is DOS 6.22 or what?I am using my WIN98 bootable USB flash drive to format/s it.

And i also try using DOS 6.22 bootable diskette to format.

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[highlight]DOS (if that's what you are really using) ended it's life LONG before SATA was even around[/highlight].

So, I have a major paper due in a few days, and just this evening i spilled water all over the keyboard of my laptop. It's an Averatec TABLET with microsoft windows xp. It's been having issues with the moniter for awhile--I have to beat on the egde of the screen to make it clear up, because the pixels go all wierd, like turning colors, ESPECIALLY red. When the water spilled i immediatly turned the computer upside down to PREVENT water from seeping into the interior. The sound that had been playing went all funky so I turned off the laptop. A few minutes later i tried turning it on again, but the pixels kept turning blue and red so that i couldn't see images. I tried beating on it like always but then the WHOLE screen started turning red and pink in horizontal and then vertical lines, and nothing i did fixed it. So I turned it off again, and it took me at least 4 pushes of the power button to actually get it to turn on and boot up, after it repeatedly turned on for a few seconds, then shut off. SO the fourth time was succesful. It's still taking many tries to turn it on and boot up. Also, there's no sound, not even the little startup ditty. There's just crackling. Plus, when I try to play something, the music doesn't play--and i mean that the progress bar and the seconds COUNTDOWN don't move, even THOUGH a song is selected.
This is the final straw. I am getting a new computer come Christmas time. Until then, I have the end of a semester and allof its' papers to finish. So i need the computer to work. Any suggestions?take out your hard drive, try to find a temp pc to continue your work, sent your laptop to repair,
that what i'll do,
anybody got any idea?what can i say is u still lucky u can recover your data in hard drive. i'm not that lucky like you.
i blow my hard drive before i pass up my final project and only recover back 50% from my backup disk. :-/Frequent backups on anything other than a hard drive is always a good idea.

You're going to need to get that machine repaired as it has multiple issues so salvaging the data is the way to go. You can get a desktop to notebook drive adapter for about $10 at a computer shop, compUSA, etc.

I've been thinking about installing RAM on my computer and I've done lots of research on the INTERNET. But I noticed one thiing about it. It is a 1 gig DDR RAM Stick. The RAM I wish to install has the numbers 3200 in the title. I was just wondering, what is it for and how do I figure out what my current computers RAM "number" is?Hi Joe welcome* start with this ...............

read this on Ram*

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DDR_SDRAM

Go to here and DOWNLOAD this free program and it will tell you what type Ram you have.....

http://www.filehippo.com/download_everest_home/

after you install this, click on the computer icon and it will display what you have inside your computer....

Thanks! It seems like that program you SUGGESTED gave me all the answers I needed. I will WORK. Thanks!You can go to www.crucial.com and see what is in there and what exactly you need. Some computers can not use 1 gig. sticks, but qas we don't know the computer or motherboard make model, we can't advise further. Some manufacturers are very specific what will and won't work.

So what is the hardware involved?

Just replaced my hard drive on my old thinkpad i 1400 series model 2611-412 with a new one. Problem is that my display is now only a standard pci graphics adapter with only 2/16 colors and only 640x480 mega pixels! I used to have good graphics with my old hard drive. How do I change this. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks.have you installed the latest graphics drivers for your card?not even sure what card is in the laptop.The specs say it's svga??How did you install Windows on the new hard drive, by using a Microsoft CD or a Restore CD from the computer manufacturer? If the latter, it should have the video drivers on it. If the former, you need to visit the computer manufacturer's website and download the DRIVER. Might be a good idea to do that in either case, to get the latest driver.driver for what? not even sure if there is a card or it is integrated. Just says svga. Also can't find drivers?Doesn't MATTER whether it's a card or it is integrated, you need a driver for your display adapter. Where did you look? Check the IBM CD that shipped with the MACHINE...Look on the bottom of the laptop and post the machine code there. It is a 7 digit COMBO like xxxx-xxx. Then we can point you in the CORRECT direction.

Ok so here's the issue.

I had a PROBLEM with not all memory being recognized by the bios, only 256mb shown, but Windows' System information would show all 512mb.

Occasionally all the RAM would be recognized and useable, but after awhile it would revert to only 256mb again.

This situation was really impeding the performance of the system, so i decided to buy another 512mb stick, so i would always have at least 512mb available.

However this didn't solve the problem as i would hope, and despite me trying them in all slots and different combinations, only 256mb RAM will show up. Occasionally 1024mb will be available, and this total also shows up in system information, but it doesn't happen often.

Anyways, i'm wondering, what COULD be causing this? I've run memtest for long periods of time and no problems are found with either stick, and i doubt it is a motherboard fault if the total does actually show up in system information.

Here's the best information i can find


Computer:
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional
OS Service Pack Service Pack 2
DirectX 4.09.00.0904 (DirectX 9.0c)
Computer Name RICCOMP (Richard's Computer)
User Name Richard Tonge

Motherboard:
CPU Type AMD Athlon XP, 1666 MHz (12.5 x 133) 2000+
Motherboard Name Epox EP-8K9A2+ (6 PCI, 1 AGP, 3 DDR DIMM, Audio, LAN)
Motherboard Chipset VIA VT8377 Apollo KT400
System Memory 256 MB (PC3200 DDR SDRAM)
BIOS Type Award (11/08/04)
Communication Port Communications Port (COM1)
Communication Port Communications Port (COM2)
Communication Port Printer Port (LPT1)

Display:
VIDEO Adapter NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440 (128 MB)
3D Accelerator nVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440

Multimedia:
Audio Adapter VIA AC'97 Enhanced Audio Controller

Storage:
IDE Controller VIA Bus Master IDE Controller
SCSI/RAID Controller SCSI/RAID HOST Controller
Floppy Drive Floppy disk drive
Disk Drive Maxtor 2B020H1 (20 GB, 5400 RPM, Ultra-ATA/100)
Disk Drive Maxtor 6Y060L0 (60 GB, 7200 RPM, Ultra-ATA/133)
Optical Drive IC2898R RMI711Z SCSI CdRom Device
Optical Drive LITE-ON DVD+RW LDW-401S (DVD:4x/4x/12x, CD:40x/24x/40x DVD+RW)
Optical Drive SAMSUNG DVD-ROM SD-616Q (16x/48x DVD-ROM)
SMART Hard Disks Status OK

and the RAM information:

[ DIMM1: AED660UD00-500C88N ]

Memory Module Properties:
Module Name AED660UD00-500C88N
Serial Number 0B1B2B9Ch
Manufacture Date Week 6 / 2007
Module Size 512 MB (2 ranks, 4 banks)
Module Type Unbuffered
Memory Type DDR SDRAM
Memory Speed PC3200 (200 MHz)
Module Width 64 bit
Module Voltage SSTL 2.5
Error Detection Method None
Refresh Rate Reduced (7.8 us), Self-Refresh

Memory Timings:
@ 200 MHz 3.0-3-3-8 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)
@ 166 MHz 2.5-3-3-7 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)
@ 133 MHz 2.0-2-2-6 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)

Memory Module Features:
Early RAS# Precharge Supported
Auto-Precharge Not Supported
Precharge All Not Supported
Write1/Read Burst Not Supported
Buffered Address/Control Inputs Not Supported
Registered Address/Control Inputs Not Supported
On-Card PLL (Clock) Not Supported
Buffered DQMB Inputs Not Supported
Registered DQMB Inputs Not Supported
Differential Clock Input Supported
Redundant Row Address Not Supported

[ DIMM2: Kingston K ]

Memory Module Properties:
Module Name Kingston K
Serial Number 781FF861h
Manufacture Date Week 15 / 2006
Module Size 512 MB (1 rank, 4 banks)
Module Type Unbuffered
Memory Type DDR SDRAM
Memory Speed PC3200 (200 MHz)
Module Width 64 bit
Module Voltage SSTL 2.5
Error Detection Method None
Refresh Rate Reduced (7.8 us), Self-Refresh

Memory Timings:
@ 200 MHz 3.0-3-3-8 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)
@ 166 MHz 2.5-3-3-7 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)
@ 133 MHz 2.0-2-2-6 (CL-RCD-RP-RAS)

Memory Module Features:
Early RAS# Precharge Not Supported
Auto-Precharge Not Supported
Precharge All Not Supported
Write1/Read Burst Not Supported
Buffered Address/Control Inputs Not Supported
Registered Address/Control Inputs Not Supported
On-Card PLL (Clock) Not Supported
Buffered DQMB Inputs Not Supported
Registered DQMB Inputs Not Supported
Differential Clock Input Supported
Redundant Row Address Not Supported

Memory Module Manufacturer:
Company Name Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
Product Information http://www.kingston.com/products/default.asp

Thanks to all who can help.You either have bad or incompatable RAM. Put only one stick in and see what it shows. Run Memtest on it (www.memtest86.org for a free download). If there are no errors after an hour, remove it and put in another and do the same procedure. Then start adding two at a time and see the results, so you can pinpoint where the exact problem is. Write down your results and post them. We'll leave the light on.

I have a Gigabyte M57SLI-S4 AM2 NFORCE 570 motherboard in my PC, which to my understanding can have a max of 4gb of RAM. Currently I have 2gb of RAM and I was wondering, if I were to UPGRADE, can I just add 1gb at a time, or do I need to add 2? I guess the reason I'm confused is that in the old days you couldn't add 128mb if you already had 256mb (for example), but you had to add it in doubles (or at least that's what I remember being told....) If you have 2 x 1 gig sticks in there now and you want to add one more 1 gig stick, for a total of 3 gigs (3 sticks) thats fine*

Keep in mind- 32bit Wndws VISTA will not recognize 4 gigs of ram.....

No, I have 1gb sticks, and I'm still using Win XP Pro. just an idea* newegg (and other companies-I'm guessing) offer much better $$$ deals if you go ahead and buy 2 sticks (dual channel kits) instead of just one.
I myself want to go to 3 or 4 gigs...

1 gig is 60.00

2 gigs is 109.00 food for thought*

gonna get a better sound card instead.............



Unless you are running 64 bit version of Windows you're wasting that money on RAM...
Yes it can be done...yes you can make it be recognised...No it will never be utilised...Quote from: patio on August 14, 2007, 09:17:05 PM

Unless you are running 64 bit version of Windows you're wasting that money on RAM...
Yes it can be done...yes you can make it be recognised...No it will never be utilised...

Im trying to set up a MIC so i can use Ventrilo. I dont have a mic option under RECORDING OPTIONS. i tried to set up a mic in my sound options but it cannot register my voice. i just dl the latest drivers for my sound card a creative sound audigy 2.ZS [D400] i dont KNOW how to fix this. If any one can help me it WOULD be greatly appriciated. thnxdid you install creative media player?

then you should find your mic under in your media player under recording option. if not, make sure you connect your mic to your sound card. double check that you have install a correct driver for your sound card.I just dl the newst driver for my sound card. I must of installed creative media player... b/c i have it in my start menu.Quote

... make sure you connect your mic to your sound card.

can u use OLDER ram IE.. 512 mb 133 pc (from an older compaq)

on a DDR 3200 939 MOBO , to just try it out?

No. Besides it not working it is a physically different size. SORRY.

Hello i recently moved and my computer won't get internet (my other one) no matter what we do we tried doing ports, cables, resetting winsock, going directly to modem, and everything but no matter what the computer just won't notice that the cable is in there - when the cable is plugged in the orange LIGHT appears near the cable on the back of the tower but no internet. Dell says i need a new motherboard but a couple of peopel i know think that they are just trying to get me for 300$ and that I could possbiyl just buy a new NETWORK card.... i found this site and it looks like you guys are good so please reply... i need your helpHave you checked your BIOS settings? You may need to enable onboard LAN.

Any, yeah, a network card may be solution, one that would be much less expensive than a motherboard replacement. Here's a network card I'd recommend: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124107Thank you - i was looking at a similiar one to this one before you replied - ill give you the link and can you tell me which one ill be better off with?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124120


can you also tell me the steps to find the bios and sutff or w/e? i recently moved and it worked fine before the move also we tried like everything with my IPS service and dell doing like ipconfig and stuff in cmd like thatto get to the bios screen:-
When you turn yourr pc on you will probably get the compaq logo screen if so just press the tab button then in the bottom left corner should say " enter f1,f2 or delete"
i cant remember which one it is of hand but it is only one press the required button then you will enter a grey screen i think or maybe blue (sorry for the confusion it's been a while since working with dells)

goto advanced options there you will have an option for the onboard lan with in one of the categorys listed, make sure it is enabled then save the changes and exit see where you go from there sorry if this is a little confusingQuote from: Chris99 on August 14, 2007, 10:19:25 AM

Thank you - i was looking at a similiar one to this one before you replied - ill give you the link and can you tell me which one ill be better off with?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124120


can you also tell me the steps to find the bios and sutff or w/e? i recently moved and it worked fine before the move also we tried like everything with my IPS service and dell doing like ipconfig and stuff in cmd like that

to get to the bios screen:-
When you turn yourr pc on you will probably get the compaq logo screen if so just press the tab button then in the bottom left corner should say " enter f1,f2 or delete"
i cant remember which one it is of hand but it is only one press the required button then you will enter a grey screen i think or maybe blue (sorry for the confusion it's been a while since working with dells)

hey all, need help

3 days ago my cd drive stopped playing all types of cds. it seems to of stopped right about the time i unistalled poweriso. these are the things i've tried so far:

* Unistalling the device and restarting windows and drivers are re-installed
* Deleted the upper and lower filters from the cd registy
* CHECKED manufactures website for drivers but the device uses the build in drivers.
* used the microsoft autorun fix
* tried installing poweriso again and played AROUND with some of the OPTIONS to see if i left anything on that might of caused a problem in the registry

None of the above have worked. The weird thing is that the only disc my pc will play is the Windows reload cd?? any SUGGESTIONS please i really dont want to have to reload the whole system, cheers

heres what cd drive im using:
MATSHITA CD-RW CW-8572 (cd/dvd combo)
SCSI CDROM Class
Windows xp sp2How old is the drive and has it had a lot of use. All CD drives die eventually. Luckily they are cheap to replace (unless they are a real SCSI drive and you want to replace that. IDE drives are VERY inexpensive.)

If you haven't made any changes to your system, moved it, etc. it could have just given up. Real pressed CD's are easier to read than CDR's that have been burned. There is no telling what PowerISO did, but that seems to be the thing that put it over the edge right?

You can delete all refernces to the CD drive in Device Manager and reboot. Sometimes you GET lucky and that clears things up.

I turn my computer on and my maxtor 160 gig hardrive MAKES a clicking noise then it beeps.. it does it over and over again.. eventually it stops but whenever i restart my computer it does it again.. it seems like it cant boot...and i put in my windows cd to try to repair it but my computer says it doesnt detect and hard disk!!!! I THINK my hard drive is fried...so what do i do.. its only a year old and i have a 3 year warranty so cant i get another one?Commonly known as the Click of Death...that HDD is GETTING ready to fail...
Backup what you can ASAP. There may not be much time. The more you try to use that drive the further away data recovery becomes.A lot of Maxtor DRIVES 100 gig. or more frfequently fail in about a year. Use that warranty and if you can't get your data, just remember that ALL hard drives die eventuially and not the appropriate place for a single backup of important data.

I want to upgrade my basic creative sound card to a premium card. (this is what I currently have and it works pretty good- Creative Sound Blaster Audigy SE 7.1 )

My sound preferences are somewhat modest and I am not a big audio BUFF but want a great performing card .....

I would love to hear any INPUT from our members on this subject and even info on a different brand name if its a good product. Any feedback is appreciated . Which of these 2 cards would be better ?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102014

or this one ?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102005honvetops...

Creative has been the popular choice for as long as I can remember...and either one of those cards should work well if your system meets the minimum system requirements.

Here's something else you may want to look into for just a little more money: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102015lol, I am leaning towards that one because I have no extra 5.25 bay room.* I just read reviews on it and I think its the best choice though I hate to think of another month of Ramden noodles ! (price is HIGH) thanks for reassuring my thoughts...Quote from: honvetops on August 12, 2007, 09:04:29 AM

I want to upgrade my basic creative sound card to a premium card. (this is what I currently have and it works pretty good- Creative Sound Blaster Audigy SE 7.1 )

My sound preferences are somewhat modest and I am not a big audio buff but want a great performing card .....

Quote from: honvetops on August 12, 2007, 09:04:29 AM

I want to upgrade my basic creative sound card to a premium card. (this is what I currently have and it works pretty good- Creative Sound Blaster Audigy SE 7.1 )

My sound preferences are somewhat modest and I am not a big audio buff but want a great performing card .....

Hmmm, honvetops, I guess I just don't get it. If your sound preferences are somewhat modest and you're not a big audio *censored*, then why do you need a a great performing card? That's a contradiction if I've ever seen one. The card you have should be absolutely fine for your needs.

I want to upgrade my basic creative sound card to a premium card. (this is what I currently have and it works pretty good- Creative Sound Blaster Audigy SE 7.1 )

My sound preferences are somewhat modest and I am not a big audio buff but want a great performing card .....

I would love to hear any input from our members on this subject and even info on a different brand name if its a good product. Any feedback is appreciated . Which of these 2 cards would be better ?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102014

or this one ?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102005

I need to CONVERT a VOB file to MOV, but don't know what free SOFTWARE I can use. Anyone know?

LET me know.

You can GIVE MPEG Streamclip a try. Does that do what you WANT?There is also this for more info....

http://www.riverpast.com/en/support/tutorials/convert/vob/mov.php

On my old PC, whenever I would connect my camera it would give me the message "You can speed up this device if you connect it to a USB 2.0 connection" (or something to that effect). My computer didn't have any USB 2.0 connections, which I didn't worry about, since I was about to get a new PC anyway. So my new PC arrived a week or so ago and I connect my camera, and get the same message. Apparently my new computer doesn't have USB 2.0 either. How can I upgrade it? (PC specs: Gigabyte M57SLI-S4 AM2 Nforce 570 Motherboard, AMD X2 4600, 2gb RAM, Win XP Pro) Yeah, I know, for a new PC it ain't that impressive, but we can't all afford 'top of the line', LOL.I was just reading a little about USB 2.0 and it said that starting in 2003 all computers came with it. Hmm.... When I connect my camera I'm using one of the PORTS on the front of the case, could that be the problem? Are only the inputs on the back 2.0? Are they labeled differently or would they still just have the USB symbol?That board lists both 2.0 and 1.1 ports. Try a rear port.I'm surprised to see that on a new computer. My tower PC is that way, but the motherboard is several years old; it's an ECS K7S5A PRO. I installed a USB controller card (in a PCI slot) which PROVIDED two more USB 2.0 ports on back and also provided pins for re-wiring the front two USB ports so that they are now USB 2.0.That's what I was thinking, what would a new motherboard have USB 1.1 inputs for? What does the documentation say it's supposed to have? I see two versions of the M57SLI on newegg.com; the specs on both say "6x USB 2.0", no USB 1.1. Maybe your board is not functioning right. I'd contact the manufacturer's tech support. If you can't get it working with their help, you might want to return it.Quote

1. 1 PS/2 keyboard port
2. 1 PS/2 MOUSE port
3. 1 parallel port
4. 1 SPDIF out port (coaxial)
5. 1 SPDIF out port (optical)
6. 1 COMA port
7. 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
8. 1 IEEE1394a port
9. 1 RJ-45 port
10. 6 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In/Surround Speaker Out (Rear Speaker Out) / Center / Subwoofer Speaker Out / Side Speaker Out)

i can not turn on my computer, and my hdd make a sound tic-tic-tic.....
currently i'm using new hdd, and i would LIKE to know that can hdd that make a sound can be fix? or can i know what cause my hdd act like that? anyone please....on my old computer when the hdd made the TICKING sound and would load i would hit it, and sometimes it would then CLICK and start but that is not sound advice and would'nt really recommend doing it. your new hdd has windows on it?YES, i'm already installed windows on my new hddIs it your new hdd that is ticking?
A ticking hdd is a bad thing and usually means the hdd is failing.
If you tell us the BRAND of the hdd we can point you to the drive maker's hdd diagnostic utility. It can usually tell you if your hdd is failing.

I didn't read that there...

What is NVM ? ?

I suggest DLoading and burning the Ultimate Boot CD otherwise known as UBCD...There are many free tools on their including a few cloning tools...

Be careful and read each section as some of these are powerful tools indeed.Why would you want to clone what is not working CORRECTLY now?

i was talking about cloning this HD, the one that im using for this computer, however, i couldnt find good HD cloner, so i decided to re format and its not worth the viruses and spyware that comes with this HD, so i reformated HD, now when i go to install XP it keeps freezing during the installation, ive used my orginal CD, froze with that one, so i thought it may be a scratch, now i used my backup and STILL freezez, do you THINK there may be a problem with my HD, which is cuasing it to freeze the installion?Are these copies of original MS XP CD's ? ? ?Quote

Why would you want to clone what is not working correctly now?

The new HDD manuf. utility ( free ) is probably the best choice...they have come a long way.

Hey everybody, i'm needing some help again. A couple of years ago i decided to PUT a cpu (from a desktop) into my Laptop. Back then i was new to computers and thought, 'i can just throw this 1 ghz cpu in, replacing my 500mgz'. well, ever since the THING wont start up. i have tried putting the old cpu back in, to no avial. I have both cpus still and i just want this old thing to work! The Laptop is acting like there is no cpu in it, I press the power button, i hear the fan start up, then... everything dies. Any help greatly appreciated guys!
-Midian

EDIT- here are the specs
Compaq Presario 1600 XL 145
8mb Vid
20gb HD
320mb Ram
Laugh it up, i know... i told you its old.It's a shame to run a perfectly good laptop, but you may have done that. Are you sure the CPU fan is on correctly and wired in correctly? If it were a desktop you could remove the CMOS battery for a bit and reset the BIOS. With a laptop it is a whole different thing.

I would suggest checking with HP (who now owns Compaq) for an idea if it is salvageable.

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/contact/chat_1.htmli had a chat with 3 of their online technicians and wow.. learned nothing... they recommended that i take the RTC battery out for 30 seconds.. and umm, thats it. Oh and they also told me the 1 ghz cpu isnt compatible EVEN though thats what i told THEM. anyway im sure the people here can help me a little more than the idiots telling me what i already know.
Heres what ive tried-
-Taking the RTC battery out
-holding the power button 'on' with nothing plugged in (total Discharge)
-REINSTALLING the 500mhz CPU 3 times
and thats about all i could come up with, any other suggestions?I dont know if it is worth it to you but go to a local computer store and get some preffesional help. I know a lot of them in my area that have money back polices if they cant FIX it or al least recover the data.okay, now that i have been messing with it, i can get it to turn on(and stay on). attempt to read a disk in the cdrom, but still nothing on the monitor. i plugged it into my lcd, but still, nothing.

EDIT: I Tryed to flash the bios, but still nothing... im not sure this POS is worth putting any more money into it, im just trying to get it to start up.

EDIT2: I bought a new RTC battery and that didnt solve the problem either

Well the IBM has no floppy drive or cd drive so im wondering can I put the harddrive in a different computer, install the OS and get the harddrive to work in the IBM? Also, If i do that will it over write anything on the Motherboard or w/e of the computer I put the harddrive in? In my mind I dont think it is going to wipe everything, and it will work but I thought id better check with the pros first.Floppy drive...about 12 bucks...

CDROM drive ....about 20 bucks...

I'd install both.

Well I might be getting both for free, or I might BUY them like you said but I was wondering If I can actually get the computer running with an OS before i bought them or got them for free.What OS are you throwing on that machine ? ? ?

After which how do you plan to install programs without a flopp or CD drive ? ?Windows 2000, and im getting the cd drive later and most programs I use are freeware.Well just to put CLOSURE to the IBM I had, im not going to keep it due to lack of parts, random mother BOARD, random graphicds card; basically stuff i'am not willing to fool around or buy yet.Sometimes there is no substitute for a closet full of parts. This could be one of those rare instances where we can say i'm glad you didn't get it fixed up.

I recently purchased a 512 MB stick of RAM for my PC. I made SURE it worked with a PC shopmen, and I made sure my motherboard was compatible. I have 0 viruses etc and 20 gb of free memory. My comp is a Compaq Presario, a bit old so the Motherboard can only sustain 512 MB of RAM. I put the stick in, success! It fits. We then turn the PC on, it WORKS, but the monitor stays OFF. We checked 5 times to see what was the problem with no success, so my brother and I then put the 126 MB of RAM back in (it was hard to get a hold of this, my comp is living in the 90's) and the 126 MB of RAM worked, and then we moved the 512 over a slot, to no avail it STILL wouldn't work. Can you tell me what is wrong? I will post my SYSTEM specs and the RAM specs.

RAM: 512MB PC133 CL3 (SDR below)

System Specs:

OS: WINDOWS ME (soon to be XP)
Type: Compaq PC
Manufacturer: Compaq
Processor: Intel Pentium III, ~930 MHz
Current RAM: 126 MB
DirectX: 9.0b
Series of Compaq: 5003 US (of the 5000 Series)

Can ANYONE tell me why my monitor is not behaving and not turning on? This is extremely unfortunate. I am used to being let down/not getting what I want on a constant basis but this is just plain ANNOYING! PLEASE HELP!

Issue: 512 MB RAM works in PC but monitor does not turn on. Please read above.

Thanks.

~Sam
I believe the 5000 series could only hold 256 RAM per slot for 768 total. So, while it can use 512 RAM, it CANNOT use a SINGLE 512 meg. chip. I hope you can get your money back. I think they also used CL2 and some Compaqs are VERY particular about the RAM.

Have a read:

http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=Presario+5000+Series+Model+5000US

Unfortunately, because "it fits" does not mean ANYTHING other than it fits.Ah Jesus, I'm sure I can get my memory back... but ... the inside of the PC, unless I didn't see, had only TWO slots, there was no third slot. Hm... does this STILL mean I can only fit 254+254. *censored*, this is really annoying.

And I think this is my PC, I checked, only 2 slots. This is my PC.

http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=Presario+5000+Series+Model+5003US%2E

But, I still think your right.256 is the biggest in any one slot in the 5000 series. Sorry. Well, now I know. Thanks, I'll just trade the 512 MB for 2x 256's. He'll let me do it, he's my bud. Haha, thanks though. Now I know.You're welcomed and let us know how it works with the correct RAM.

Can anyone tell me by looking at my Everest report if my computer can handle the amount of memory I have installed? I have installed 2, 1GB sticks of memory

EVEREST Home Edition © 2003-2005 Lavalys, Inc.

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Version EVEREST v2.20.405
Homepage http://www.lavalys.com/
Report Type Report Wizard
Computer PENNY
Generator Hopton
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
Date 2006-11-26
Time 23:37


Summary

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Computer:
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
OS Service Pack Service Pack 2
DirectX 4.09.00.0904 (DirectX 9.0c)
Computer Name PENNY
User Name Hopton

Motherboard:
CPU Type Intel Pentium 4, 2200 MHz (22 x 100)
Motherboard Name Gigabyte GA-8SIML (3 PCI, 1 AGP, 1 CNR, 2 DIMM, Audio, Video, LAN)
Motherboard CHIPSET SiS 650
System Memory 1984 MB
BIOS Type AMI (07/07/02)
Communication Port Communications Port (COM1)
Communication Port Communications Port (COM2)
Communication Port ECP Printer Port (LPT1)

Display:
Video Adapter SiS 650 (64 MB)
3D Accelerator SiS 315 Integrated
Monitor NEC A727 Packard Bell [17" CRT] (100253463017)

Multimedia:
Audio Adapter SiS 7012 Audio Device

Storage:
IDE Controller SiS PCI IDE Controller
Floppy Drive Floppy disk drive
Disk Drive SAMSUNG SP0842N (74 GB, IDE)
Optical Drive COMBI RW16x10/DVD
SMART Hard Disks Status OK

Partitions:
C: (NTFS) 76308 MB (69815 MB free)

Input:
Keyboard HID Keyboard Device
Mouse Logitech USB First/Pilot Mouse+

Network:
Network Adapter Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC
Network Adapter WAN (PPP/SLIP) Interface (194.247.233.17)
Modem Smart Link 56K Voice Modem

Peripherals:
Printer EPSON Stylus C42 Series
USB1 Controller SiS 7001 PCI-USB Open Host Controller
USB1 Controller SiS 7001 PCI-USB Open Host Controller
USB Device Generic USB Hub
USB Device Logitech USB First/Pilot Mouse+
USB Device USB ADSL WAN Adapter
USB Device USB Composite Device
USB Device USB Human Interface Device
USB Device USB Human Interface Device


DMI

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[ BIOS ]

BIOS Properties:
Vendor American Megatrends Inc.
Version 2.0S
Release Date 07/07/2002
Size 256 KB
Boot Devices Floppy Disk, Hard Disk, CD-ROM, ATAPI ZIP, LS-120
Capabilities Flash BIOS, Shadow BIOS, Selectable Boot, EDD, BBS
Supported Standards DMI, APM, ACPI, ESCD, PnP
Expansion Capabilities PCI, AGP, USB

[ System ]

System Properties:
Manufacturer Packard Bell NEC
Product 00000000000000000000000
Version P660400301
Serial Number 023481620220
Universal Unique ID 2C8E2B3E-6CB0D611-80004E45-435F4349
Wake-Up Type Power Switch

[ Motherboard ]

Motherboard Properties:
Manufacturer NEC COMPUTERS INTERNATIONAL
Product SiS650
Version 1.0

[ Chassis ]

Chassis Properties:
Manufacturer NEC COMPUTERS INTERNATIONAL
Version a37 Serial Number 50424E
Chassis Type Desktop Case

[ Memory Controller ]

Memory Controller Properties:
Error Detection Method None
Error Correction None
Supported Memory Interleave 1-Way
Current Memory Interleave 1-Way
Supported Memory Types DIMM, SDRAM
Supported Memory Voltages 3.3V
Maximum Memory Module Size 512 MB
Memory Slots 2

[ Processors / Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor ]

Processor Properties:
Manufacturer Intel
Version Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor
External Clock 100 MHz
Maximum Clock 3000 MHz
Current Clock 2200 MHz
Type Central Processor
Voltage 1.7 V
Status Enabled
Upgrade Slot 1
Socket Designation Slot-1

[ Caches / Internal Cache ]

Cache Properties:
Type Internal
Speed 40 ns
Status Enabled
OPERATIONAL Mode Write-Back
Associativity 4-way Set-Associative
Maximum Size 1024 KB
Installed Size 20 KB
Supported SRAM Type Synchronous
Current SRAM Type Synchronous, Pipeline Burst
Error Correction Single-bit ECC
Socket Designation Internal Cache

[ Caches / Internal Cache ]

Cache Properties:
Type Internal
Speed 40 ns
Status Enabled
Operational Mode Write-Back
Maximum Size 1024 KB
Installed Size 512 KB
Supported SRAM Type Synchronous
Current SRAM Type Synchronous
Error Correction Parity
Socket Designation Internal Cache

[ Memory Modules / DDR0 ]

Memory Module Properties:
Socket Designation DDR0
Type DIMM, SDRAM
Installed Size 1024 MB
Enabled Size 1024 MB

[ Memory Modules / DDIt appears so, if you have the right modules:

http://www.crucial.com/store/listparts.aspx?model=GA%2D8SIMLThanks GX1_Man, but just a short query........

I looked on crucial before and found that link that you have provided which says my system has 3 memory slots, but I DEFINITELY only have 2. I'm no expert on computers but I know that much!! Why is it giving me wrong info on crucial? Does the everest report give you all the information you need?
Didn't this come out of a Packard Bell? They could have changed the specs for an OEM product. This site shows the model as a 2 RAM slot board also:

http://www.neoseeker.com/Hardware/Products/Gigabyte_8SIML/

This seems to be another VARIATION from a Packard Bell system:

Gigabyte GA-8SIML-NF7 (Columbia VP) motherboard

So I think Cruicial is correct IF that is a stock Gigabyte board. Obviously it is not. There were also various revisions on that model number.Why do ask the question? Is your computer running normal with 2GB of memory installed or not?

It appears Crucial is incorrect on the number of slots. Otherwise, their data on your memory is quite likely correct. Their competitor, Kingston, appears to have it correct, including the number of slots: Gigabyte GA-8SIML MotherboardMy computer is a Packard Bell, but Everest says my motherboard is a Gigabyte GA-8SIML. I don't know, i comfuse myself sometimes, sorry if I'm confusing you guys too.
My computer seems to be running fine with the 2GB of RAM in, just not as fast as I thought it would. Maybe my expectations were too high?!
I only ask all these (dumb) questions because I don't want to destroy my computer or anything. It won't blow up if I installed too much, will it?I'm no computer ginius or anything but RAM shouldnt make your computer run any faster and if it does it wont do it by much at all. Thats what the processor is for I believe. Everything helps a little at making it run faster but mainly its your processor.
LATER

JugaloJayXP really needs 512 to run smoothly, but more than that will probably not be noticeable unless you are doing high end gaming. As you have onboard video, I don't think that will be an issue.

PEOPLE usually succumb to that "more is better" philosophy, but it depends on your usage. It will not, however, cause your computer to blow up if you have too much.

Unlike what was told above, going from 128 or 256 to 512 of RAM will cause a noticeable improvement.

If your computer is slow, it is because of other issues.Cheers GX1_Man, you always seem to be the one who replies to my queries and it's much appreciated! You're welcome. We'll keep the light on for you if any more questions pop up.

Hello...heres my problem..I am recording Powerpoint presentations with audio directly to DVD via the S-video out on a laptop. If the presentations has a video clip in it, the video won't playback on the DVD. All I get is a black box where the video clip should be....Any ideas??...Is this a video memory issue...a graphics / video card issue??...Thanks

MIf you hooked up the laptop to a TV does the video play correctly then? In some video playback modes, the video is only shown on the "primary screen" so you'll have to setup your dvd recorder to be the primary "screen".Yes.. the video plays fine when I hook it up just to a projector..I use the VGA out to the projector, then I send the s-video to the recorder....As long as the Powerpoint has no video, it records fine..Thanks for the reply..I still believe the problem is that you NEED to setup your recorder as the primary display device. How to do that depends on your graphics card. So can you tell US the name of your graphics card or if you don't know that give us the make and model of your laptop.Thanks..Its a Dell Inspiron 5100 XP Pro Pentium 4 2.79 hz.....I am getting a new laptop soon...and it will have an updated video and graphics card....How would I SET the S-video as the primary display device??....and will that affect the VGA output..as I will need to send the presentation to a projector as well...THanks

MOkay I think your graphics card is a Ati Radeon.
Try this: (note these steps might not work for you depending on what driver you've got installed. But think these are the steps that are most likely to be correct.)

Right click on your desktop and select "properties".
Select the "settings" tab and press the "advanced" button.
Look for a tab called "Displays".
You should have a PICTURE of a computer screen, a laptop and a tv screen.
Click on the circle icon under the tv screen.
Press okOkay I had already done that..and it works..both the primary and secondary will play video...BUT....now theres nothing on the laptop screen...and the presenter won't like that...When I get to the "advanced" tab theres the 3 options.. monitor, panel and TV....it will only allow me to activate 2 of the 3...Also what is the other button next to the circle button..A clone?....I do have an older Compaq Evo 1000 that will allow me to activate all 3...but the video will only play on the one that is designated as primary..not on the other 2 so THATS no good either..and when I did get the video to play when the projector is primary..the screen output was narrow..as if it had been set to 16:9.....I can come out of the recorder S-video into the projector..but the image quality is greatly diminished.....Are the newer graphics/video cards capable of allowing full video to all 3 outputs.....I know there are companies, other hardware devices that can do what I need but I'm trying to record these presentations as painless and inexpensive as possible....Any other solutions would be greatly appreciated..Thanks for your help.


M

Quote from: casse2go on September 29, 2007, 12:56:51 AM

The phone line is plugged into the comp. Jess, are you having sympathy pains? Thanks. Well, what does it mean that I didn't get error messages. But really, when the screen freezes nothing works so I suppose I wouldn't expect a report.

I used to get AOL ERROR (AC 1200), (AC 3000); (AC 1502). I also got ERROR:42-IVCF, and ERROR:23- UVRI. I got "The System has recovered from a serious error.

Okay, I was trying to recall all of my basic complaints when my dino began having problems. I think the major one was I couldn't get my AOL info to click over to my screen name after I uninstalled AOL 9.0 Optimized, and Installed 9.0VR. Nothing anyone did helped and I got really TICKED. I think I wasn't able to click on my "Existing MEMBER" name until after I had the validation of Windows. I had to backdoor the "GUEST" name to get online with AOL. But also this happened, I never install or uninstall without a Tech, first of all. And, I was told to never uninstall AOL unless you have a copy online. You can uninstall it after the new installation. But one tech totally uninstalled aol before he installed the new copy. I just can't recall if that was before or after the validation.

Q: Is there a way to PEEK into the recycle bin?

Also, I know I'm putting a lot out there but you never know what might be helpful. I'm trying to help my cause.

Hello all,

I recently decided I wanted to try recording my console games on my PC, so I got a video capture card and I've come to a few issues. First, when I try to use WinTV, it just doesn't work. I'm not sure if I just don't know how to find the right source for it (I'm using component plugs not the other things). I tried using VLC, which WORKED fine for video, but I couldn't get the sound from the capture card, it would only TAKE it from my microphone input. I don't really have a problem buying a DIFFERENT card if you know better ones, but I don't want to spend too much more than $80. I'd also really prefer an AV input, but that's more a convenience than anything.

Anyway, the second problem I have is that I want to be able to have it working on my TV and computer at the same time (I'd play on the TV while it records on the PC), and I have all the cords (2 extra sets of A/V cables), but I don't know how to get it split between the two sources. I got some y cables, but they are Male>female connectors, and I need 1 female split into 2 females.

Any help on either of these would be great, or if you have just better ideas that would be super too. Thanks much for your help!Your link is not valid. You can correct it by editing your post.Quote from: soybean on August 16, 2007, 02:20:25 PM

Your link is not valid. You can correct it by editing your post.

Hey all. I have just found out that my ram is bad and that it causes my computer to randomly crash without any BSOD or warning. Now I have found some new ram that I want to BUY, but my question is if they are compatible with my current system?

New Ram: https://www.databutikken.com/dk/Default.aspx?Product=2GBTWXD2800

My Computer:

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System Information
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-Operating System: Windows XP Home Edition (5.1, Build 2600) Service Pack 2
(2600.xpsp_sp2_gdr.070227-2254)

-System Model: 775Dual-VSTA (motherboard: http://www.asrock.com/mb/overview.asp?Model=775Dual-VSTA&s=775)

-Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU 6600 @ 2.40GHz (2 CPUs)

-Memory: 2048MB RAM
Page File: 383MB used, 3560MB available
Windows Dir: D:\WINDOWS
-DirectX VERSION: DirectX 9.0c (4.09.0000.0904)

DX Setup Parameters: Not found
DXDIAG Version: 5.03.2600.2180 32bit Unicode

Can anyone tell me if I can use these ram blocks?

A big thank you to everyone who helps out!
OK theres what your board SUPPORTS : Supports Dual Channel DDRII667 (DDRII x 2 DIMMs) and DDR400 (DDR x 2 DIMMs)

And the ram you want is : DDR II SDRAM ,DIMM 240-pin


Hmm I'm very sorry, but i still don't understand if I can use them. Does my computer then support 800 MHz ( PC2-6400 )?

hey guys!

see... what's happening is: After my comp has been on for a few minutes OR if i do something which was to "put presure" on my video card (like enter a GAME, watch a video file ect.) The computer CRASHED and all goes back. It's still on! but my monitor isn't responding at all (I think it reboots, but the monitor stays black). When this happends the video card accelerates likes crazy and makes 5 times as much noise (I assume it's the fan going crazy)

Weird thing is. I've had this new comp for 6 months now and nothing's ever been wrong... with the Video card or anything els and now suddenly... this. I was ofcourse thinking "Overheating" which would be the obvious answer , but why it would OVERHEAT NOW... when it's been going great for 6 months is beyond me (i've ofcourse cleaned the comp, gotten rid of dust ect.)

I have a:

INTEL Core 2 Duo, 2,14Ghz
Geforce 7900 GS, 256mb
1 gig ram
550W Power...thing
hmm.. what els is needed?

I REALLY hope you can help guys! thank youOk you should check you Video card is seated correctly and also check your fan on the card for dust or blockage of any kind.... Can you also check all you fans come on when the pc is switched on ? what brand is the power supply? was it BOUGHT new or used?

overheating may be an issue here also, as you SUSPECTED. does your motherboard have onboard video that you could try using for a while to see if it doesn the same thing?If it's 6 months old i would check to see if it is still under Warranty...Quote from: Wrangque on October 01, 2007, 03:55:02 AM

(i've ofcourse cleaned the comp, gotten rid of dust ect.)

OK so i have this windows xp IBM THINKPAD laptop and when i BOOT it up the monitor goes completely black and i cannot see anything can ANYONE help!!!and also when i start it up i sometimes get into windows and sometimes i dont get that far...also i tried safe mode but that doesn't work... it still goes black (usually after windows loads)if i can get any help i would APPRECIATE it this is important i need to access it
thanksWe need more information.
What version of windows are you using?
When did this problem start and did you install or remove anything around that time.
You say the screen goes black, does it look like the screen is turning off?its windows xp and i dont REMEMBER installing or removing anything... however i remember accepting a file on msn that might have been a virus... and yes... the screen goes black like it is turning off The most important factor is what specifically happened before the problem began. Downloading a file that might have been a virus is never a good idea. What was it and what virus/spyware protection are you using?

ARGH! I had a Compaq 5003 US way back when, I got a much better comp in January and I'm planning on upgrading it. I have a Dell Dimension 4600i, with 1 Gig of RAM and ~2.80 GHz of Processor... 380 GB of HD space, I am having a bit of trouble with the ram though. I plan to upgrade to 3 GB of RAM. It has 4 slots for RAM and each slot can HOLD 1 GB, it said on www.crucial.com that the RAM needed to be installed in pairs, so I tried to move ONE stick over but since there was so many wires I couldn't get it installed in right. When I get the two gigs of RAM, can I put 1 gig next to 1 512 MB in each pair of slots? Or does it need to be 512 and 512? Either way, I can't see through all the cords to get it clicked in on both sides. Any SUGGESTIONS? Also, I am going to install a GFX card soon and I have no idea what is the GFX card, I found a card near the back of the Dell and there was 2 other slots like the one the card was in, are these GFX Card slots?

Thanks!

~NeciFiXI'm not sure but my hunch is you should put the two 512's together and the two 1GB's together. Regarding the difficulty of accessing the slots, you just need to take the time to do what's necessary to make them accessible. If that means disconnecting some cables, then so be it. Just connect everything back the way it was; that shouldn't be very difficult. If you're going to be inside the case doing such things as installing memory, you ought to be able to do this.

Take precautions to avoid ESD (electrostatic discharge) while working inside your computer case. One technique here is to touch a metal part of the case chasis before touching any components in your computer.What is the service tag on the machine? We can help you with that information.

Hi to all;
I have this PC problem. "Internet Explorer has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the INCONVENIENCE". This always appears everytime I go to the internet explorer or even if im in the midst of browsing. It always appears many times and closes the application. Even if Im just opening a file or an application, an error like this shows up on my screen and closes the file or application. It even restart my computer after opening a file/application. And after rebooting, another error stating that It recovered from a serious error. What could be the problem? Pls help. tnx

Specs:
2.26Ghz CPU (intel), 1Gb RAM DDR400 (new), 40G HDD (seagate), MOBO: Asus P4V8X-MX (new), OS: windows XP SP2, AVAST HOME edtn
Could you get online FAST enough to go and download the Firefox browser ?

I know this isn't really an answer but just a thought *

I have this browser I installed. Its the Slim peak browser but when I try to open it, it keeps on crashing down. And even when I try to open a folder on my documents, It will prompt an error like that. Could it be on my HDD, RAm or MOBO? Tnx What are you using for virus and spyware protection? Any particular toolbars that you have loaded? I think we will find this is a software issue.I have installed AVAST Home edtn and I don't know if it comes with a spyware protection on it. No SPECIAL toolbars installed. But before that, I just reformat my HDisk.

I backup some data to a new maxtor one touch III usb drive which use maxtor drive encryption utility. When I need that drive to GET some data, I faced a problem that the drive is know well by the computer (device manager) but is not seen totally in my computer. I tried a lot of software to even format or managing the drive anyway but all failed (swissknife, partition magic, paragon, smart FDISK, acronis, Large drive tools), all of them see the disk but can not make any change to it. Some reports that it is LOCKED and others that I can not read/write and some other messages like PROTECTED drive. I am sure that the drive is perfect as it is seen rapidly by any computer running any operating system (INCLUDING linux).I suggest doing some searching for a solution at http://www.seagate.com/www/en-us/support/ Seems like the encryption is getting in the way. I'd think their website has some info on this issue.Encryption has separated many a user from their data. It's THAT safe.I dont like encrypting data like that, it's not very safe and not practical.

Ok well whilst I push the powerbutton the computer starts for a few seconds but then crashes . And if i try to start it up again it just refuses it and shuts like 1 second after I've pushed the powerbutton.

*censored*?What OS do you have?
Do you get a blue screen?
Does the BIOS get true?
Or does it get stuck in the BIOS??(CAUSE 1 sec is fast)

Jonas No it's more like, when I press the powerbutton it "blinkstarts" for about 2 seconds, doesnt enter any menu or anything. It just TURNS itself on, then off.

I have winxp, no BLUESCREEN and what do you mean by does the bios get through? I cant even get to the bios .
My computer worked a few weeks ago but suddenly it turned out like this.

Zhai,Well if you can't get to see even the BIOS that it surtenly isn't a software problem.
Did you make any recent hardware CHANGES?

Jonas What is the CPU and how is the fan on it?

What is the make/model/wattage/age of the power supply?ok i have something like this but it sometimes shuts down after bios and after windows boots...can u help?Quote from: uncontroled_teen on August 15, 2007, 09:58:47 PM

ok i have something like this but it sometimes shuts down after bios and after windows boots...can u help?

Ok , i just had the strangest problem , everything on my computer just locked up , i didnt freeze it locked up , the start menu would open and shut back up , same with everything else , i restarted and on the screen it came up with LOL LOL LOL , all pix elated ..... like in a 16 bit colour mode ...... i opened my comp up and took a look AROUND , i screwed my mobo in a bit tighter , added my other HD , and re-inserted my gpu , can anyone think what COULD cause this .......

Tony

I also got 2 random loud beeps as well....... as my computer was just booting into windows....Maybe a virus?2 random loud beeps on most MBoards is a RAM/vid card issue...since we don't have any DETAILS on either try reseating both and see if this helps.Ya i re-seated everything before i came on here....and asked for help, i pmed you out , my gpu patio and how the wire came loose , well as soon as i plugged it in a few hours later im getting this..... and i also got squares in the screen , and they where like multi colored like this only worse http://s179269986.onlinehome.us/puppy/sshots/215ce_rc1/215ce_rc1_xvesa_800x600_24bit.png

It seems to of stopped , but i have a feeling it will come back , any ideas on how to prevent this from happening in the future?

Tony

Perhaps we could sticky it in the "Bad Ideas" or "You've Got More Dollars Than Sense" section?Quote from: timrob on August 16, 2007, 12:33:41 PM

I saw this INTRIGUING thread and asked one of the Design Engineers here at work. I work for an automotive company and his comments should reflect the same for a computers CPU.

Anyway, I asked the Design Engineer about this issue. He said that the nickel cover is for a couple reasons. First, it's for corrosion. Nickel, or some kind of alloy with Nickel will corrode a lot less or not at all as compared to Copper. Everybody's seen their copper plumbing turn green after a few years. Granted, the amount of moisture between the two is magnitudes different. The second reason is for EMC-Electro Magnetic Compatibility protection. Without getting into the finer details, the Nickel cover protects for ESD(electrostatic discharge) and for EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC Interference). Now I am not a teacher in the FINE arts of EMC, but I was responsible for EMC Testing on Heavy Duty trucks and Full size vans at another automotive company several years ago. And trust me, EMC is an art, more so than a science. So if you don't think you'll ever drag your feet on the carpet and grab your laptop or touch your computer case, or if your computer is in a metal cage that prevents all forms of radio waves from entering, or think the high frequency radio noise created by the computers various buses can't possibly interfere ever with the cpu, then go for it. Worst case, you fry the cpu and the mobo. Sticky that!

timrob thanx for the info that Intel and AMD have known for years...
They do things for a reason.
I think it's neat that an Automotive Design Engineer sees the common sense approach from chip manufacturers.

Theres no disk in there, but it makes noises. What's wrong with it?

Any help? It happens when loading things etc....

Hey there today I have finally decided that it is time to upgrade my ram from 512 to 1gb and I really cant wait.. accept I need a COUPLE questions answered. I ran the program CPU-Z to find out all the information on my computer and this is what I got in the txt file

http://mrcracker.com/cpuz.txt

and from there i got my motherboard model and looked it up to find this:

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/genericDocument?lc=en&cc=us&docname=c00100539#N254

Now as my cpuz test shows that my current ram stick is a pc2100 (133mhz) now from the motherboard link i got .. which im pretty sure is the right model it shows that my max speed is a pc2700. Should I be getting that or should I stick with a 2100. Someone told me that its not good to mix different speeds so I'm asking you! Also as i went to newegg.com to look for a 512 stick i could buy i found many but im confused. what pin count should i be looking for if anyone could just point me to the right direction.


also my VIDEO card. this is a pretty old computer but it will be perfect for me once i get a video card upgrade. now by looking at the motherboard information it shows me that i have a Intel Extreme Graphics with Direct AGP which can have up to 64mb onboard memory if i upped it from BIOS. now on startup i pressed F11 to get to bios and for the video memory option it was set to 8mb. I pressed it to see what options there were and it was either 8mb or down to 1mb?? I dont understand that. Dont see no 64mb. Maybe im mistaking that for the cache or something. I would be happy if you can fill me out.

But I would also like to start looking for a new graphics card .. especially for gaming. If there is any pro here that would like to please fill me in what I should be looking for and what my motherboard can handle so I could start searching up on neweg It would be great! Or if anyone has any they recommend on newegg that my motherboard would support it would be great!

Hey Mr. Cracker !

you need 184 pin memory (my opinion would be to get 2# sticks of 512 mb ram RUNNING "dual channel" mode - fastest )

you motherboard will allow you to use a AGP video card, older tech but hey, its what you got.... 64mb < I BELIEVE that is referring to the amount of ram your mobo will support for the agp video card (taking memory from your sticks)

here's a link to the egg's ram which will work in your case.....
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2010170147+1052407860&name=DDR+333+(PC+2700)

ps... don't mix the 2 # different speeds ie... ( pc2100 and pc 2700 ) it will run on the lower speed module always- keep it the same speed in dual channel mode if you can buy the 2 sticks*

Good luckThanks for the response! So I'll be looking at two pc2700 sticks.

So basiclly my motherboard only supports up to a 64mb video card? I always thought that my video card that I have now that came with the computer supported up to 64mb if I were to change it in BIOS.

By the way what do you think of this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820144122in my opinion......anytime I see an item at the egg company with an excellent rating 80% or better It's got to be good.... I buy a lot there....
those are very nice sticks *

I would ask our members on additional info on the AGP cards if you like, I don't have much knowledge on those.....

Hello, I need to reformat my computer. I just have wayyyy too much stuff, have what I want backed up already. But here's my problem.
A couple of days ago, while I was playing an online game, my monitor WENT black. No signal. So thats fine, it was plugged into the normal part in the motherboard. So I reach down, and plug it into my graphics card. It works just fine. I did try a few more times into the motherboard, but still no signal.
This is where I run into an issue. Like I said, I want to reformat. BUT I can only plug my monitor into my graphics card. If I was to reformat, I would have to plug it back into the motherboard, right? Or would it still work in my graphics card, without installing any drivers? If it doesn't, I wont be able to reformat lol.
I hope someone can make sense of this. Everyone else seems to think I'm asking if it will *fix* my motherboard, which I'm not, and it's causing me quite a headache lol.Quote from: Karalot875 on August 17, 2007, 05:02:38 PM

I would have to plug it back into the motherboard, right? Or would it still work in my graphics card, without installing any drivers? If it doesn't, I wont be able to reformat lol.
I hope someone can make sense of this. Everyone else seems to think I'm asking if it will *fix* my motherboard, which I'm not, and it's causing me quite a headache lol.

i bought a new HDD(Toshiba mk4032gax)40g for my Toshiba Dynabook satellite 1801 laptop.I removed the old one and inserted the new one,restarted the laptop to format and install O/S(win xp) ,the laptop wasted some time and displays "#0 HDD error ".The win xp boots,but at a point says that"HDD not DETECTED ,so installation cant continue.
Pls i WANT to know whether the HDD is damaged or the hdd IDE.I'm assuming the Toshiba hard drive CAME with no setup utility...most of them don't.

However, you may be able to visit IBM or Maxtor's webiste for a utility CD that will help you install the hard drive properly.

Try Maxtor's PowerMax: http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=SeaTools&vgnextoid=720bd20cacdec010VgnVCM100000dd04090aRCRD

The above link is for SeaTools which has replaced PowerMax...USE the DOS version to see if you can setup the Toshiba with it and then GET back to us...

Greetings to the Group - I started getting an error with my system and would appreciate some help. I get an error NV4_DISP on the blue screen saying Windows is shutting down account of this error and is dumping my memory etc. The error also states that this driver is stuck in a loop and the device or the driver has a problem etc. I downloaded another driver from Nvidia website, w2kxp6693_whql, but it hasn't helped as the error is the same. I only get this when trying to run the two sims, MS Flight Sim and MS Train Sim. After running in Safe Mode, I can re-boot and all is well unless I try to run these two sims. Here is part of my system information and would appreciate some help so I can solve this problem. I have been using these two sims on this system for a couple of years. The only new change recently is a new DVD RW drive to replace a defective one. I don't want to buy another video card right now, but I need this one to work for a while.

Frog


OS Name Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Version 5.1.2600 Service PACK 2 Build 2600
OS Manufacturer Microsoft Corporation
System Name JIM-9E6ED00C526
System Manufacturer System manufacturer
System Model System Product Name
System Type X86-based PC
Processor x86 Family 6 Model 10 Stepping 0 AuthenticAMD ~1991 Mhz
BIOS Version/Date Phoenix Technologies, LTD ASUS A7V400-MX SE ACPI BIOS Revision 1002, 1/17/2005
SMBIOS Version 2.3
Windows Directory C:\WINDOWS
System Directory C:\WINDOWS\system32
Boot Device \Device\HarddiskVolume1
Locale United States
Hardware Abstraction Layer Version = " 5.1.2600.2180 (xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-2158)"
USER Name JIM-9E6ED00C526\Administrator
Time Zone China Standard Time
Total Physical Memory 512.00 MB
Available Physical Memory 224.98 MB
Total Virtual Memory 2.00 GB
Available Virtual Memory 1.96 GB
Page File Space 1.97 GB
Page File D:\pagefile.sys


Name NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 (Microsoft Corporation)
PNP Device ID PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0322&SUBSYS
_00000000&REV_A1\4&1FEB96E4&0&0008
Adapter Type GeForce FX 5200, NVIDIA compatible
Adapter Description NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 (Microsoft Corporation)
Adapter RAM 128.00 MB (134,217,728 bytes)
Installed Drivers nv4_disp.dll
Driver Version 6.14.10.5673
INF File nv4_disp.inf (nv4_NV3x section)
Color Planes 1
Color Table Entries 4294967296
Resolution 1024 x 768 x 60 hertz
Bits/Pixel 32
Memory Address 0xE4000000-0xE5FFFFFF
Memory Address 0xD0000000-0xDFFFFFFF
IRQ Channel IRQ 16
I/O Port 0x000003B0-0x000003BB
I/O Port 0x000003C0-0x000003DF
Memory Address 0xA0000-0xBFFFF
Driver c:\windows\system32\drivers\nv4_mini.sys ( 6.14.10.5673, 1.81 MB (1,897,408 bytes), 8/14/2007 5:17 AM)





check this out *

http://www.christopherjason.com/articles/nvidia-nv4disp-problem/Hey thanks for your help. Unfortunately I'm still dead. I did get rid of the BSOD, but now when I try to open up the sims the system just locks up.

FYI here is the info from Nvidia, but it didn't help me either.

There are several factors that can contribute to system instability. SINCE the graphic card is always drawing to your screen, Windows will often report the graphics card or its drivers as the problematic device after a system error. In most cases, the problem is caused by another device or component in your system such as the motherboard, system memory, power supply or hard drive. Here are some tips to help you troubleshoot your computer.

Close unnecessary programs and processes in Windows XP and Vista.

Right-click a blank space on the Windows Taskbar and select Task Manager.
Click the Applications tab to view the list of active programs.
Click on any program listed in this window and click the End Task button.
Repeat until all programs have been closed.

The following steps are to close unnecessary processes in task manager:
Click the Processes tab to view the list of active processes.
Click the User Name column header to organize the processes by your login.
Click on any program listed next to your Windows login, other than EXPLORER.EXE and TASKMGR.EXE, then select the End Process button.

(Do not close processes running under SYSTEM, LOCAL SERVICE, or NETWORK SERVICE.)
Repeat the previous instructions until all programs/processes associated to your Windows Login are closed except for the following two:
TASKMGR.EXE
EXPLORER.EXE
DWM.EXE (Vista only)

If you have installed NVIDIA nTune please uninstall this utility for troubleshooting purposes through Windows Control Panel Add / Remove Programs.

Thereafter, close task manager and try to reproduce the problem.

If you do not KNOW who makes your motherboard chipset, please consult with your PC manufacturer or your motherboard manufacturer for more information.

The following motherboard BIOS settings are suggested for better stability, but are not required settings:

Assign IRQ to VGA Enabled
VGA palette snooping Disabled
PCI Latency Timer 128
Video BIOS Shadowing Disabled
Video RAM Shadowing Disabled
USWC Options Disabled
PnP O/S Installed Enabled
Video BIOS Cacheable Disabled
Video RAM Cacheable Disabled
AGP Graphics Aperture 64MB (or half of your total system memory)


Incompatible system memory or bad system memory can also LEAD to system instability. Please verify that your system memory has been tested and is compatible with your motherboard make and model. There are 3rd party utilities which allow you to test the integrity of your system memory. One such program is Memtest86 which is available as a free download from the following URL:

www.memtest86.com

Just as important is your CPU. If it is malfunctioning, it will cause system instability. There are 3rd party utilities to test your CPU. One such utility is Prime95 which features a torture test which reports to you any errors generated by the CPU. This utility may be downloaded from:

http://www.mersenne.org/freesoft.htm

If your NVIDIA Forceware display drivers are outdated, you may need to download and install the latest display drivers. You will find the latest Forceware unified display drivers for desktop graphic cards from our Software Downloads page at the following URL:

http://www.nvidia.com/content/drivers/drivers.asp

From the Software Downloads page, choose "Graphics Driver" from the first box - Choose the correct "Geforce Series " if you have a Geforce, Riva TNT2 or Vanta based graphics card. Choose Quadro if you have a Quadro based graphics card -> on the third box, choose the operating system you are using and then click the Go button. This will take you to the driver downloads page for your graphics card.

If your video card features active cooling, check that the fan on the video card is spinning. If it is not spinning, in particular when you are running a 3d application, then it can cause the video card to overheat. Last but not least, verify that your system meets the full minimum system requirements provided by your video card manufacturer.


If these steps do not resolve the problem, please contact the manufacturer of your video card (please note that NVIDIA does not manufacture video cards but only designs video chips). If you received your video card as part of a computer purchase, please contact the manufacturer of your computer.

Please feel free to contact us, if you have any further questions.

Regards,
NVIDIA, Customer Care.

My Intel P IV System with Intel D845 GVSR MotherBoard refuses to boot at MANY instances.It uses 256 MB RAM (Two 128 Stick). If the it is powered-on after the CMOS CELL removed and reinstalled,there is a screen showing the message that
'Memory error detected..
Memory TIMINGS reset to default settings
Preee F4 to enter Setup'
If the setup values are saved the system will work for sometime and then reboot or HANG at various intervals.And I have to repeat the above procedure for booting the system.

Could anybody help me?Take out one stick of RAM / reboot / run the system until it crashes..or doesn't. If it doesn't, then the other stick of RAM is bad. If it does, repeat the process to verify.

Post back with results.

Alan <>< Thanx ALEN,
Most probably it seems to be so.While I was running it with one RAM removed,and performed a 'memtest',20 locations of the RAM used were notified as damaged.And after a short while it restarted and hanged.I tried with the other RAM .It is working till moment without problem.
Let us see!!!!

Hey..
I have a problem with my DVD/CD-RW on my Toshiba laptop.
It STOPS reading all my discs like CD-R, DVD, and CD since yesterday. The day before it was working perfectly, ripped songs from my original CDs.
Now it has stopped functioning.
I don't know what went wrong...

Did it get fried?

I uninstalled the hardware and rebooted it. LET Windows XP REINSTALL it.
The hardware STILL can't read any discs.
This is frustrating.

Btw, my laptop is 3 years old.

Does anyone know how to fix the problem?
The drive may have failed. The best method to test this is to swap the drive into another machine and see...
Unfortunately since this is a laptop this narrows down that possibility.
Is there a Toshiba Authorised SERVICE center in your area ? ?

I have a relatively old but still OBVIOUSLY usable Toshiba Tecra A1, which has been my faithful companion for the past four years now. It was used when I received it -- having been my mum's for the first two -- but still in good condition. HOWEVER, regardless of the care I take of it, it has begun to fall apart; keys have come loose and gone missing, the sound card no longer works without my having to hold headphones a specific way, it overheats, and most irksomely, the screen no longer stays up of its own accord.

Can anybody provide some assistance on how to keep the screen up? I have the other problems under control, for the most part...or will when I get some money. Alas, the life of a student. Unless you want to invest some GREENBACKS to have this issued fixed, you may just want to put something heavy behind it to prop the screen up against it.

However, that may provide to be cumbersome if you're constantly on the move with this thing.

Or you may want to invest a few dollars in a repair manual from the manufacturer and attempt to make the repair yourself to save some money. It depends on how comfortable you are when it comes to computer repair.What about your mobility requirements? Do you need to carry the laptop to classrooms, etc., or can it be left on your desk? If so, and if you could find a cheap used MONITOR, perhaps you could connect it the the laptop and use the external monitor as your primary monitor.

As stated in an earlier post, I have a Gigabyte M57SLI-S4 AM2 NFORCE 570 motherboard and I'm currently running an Nvidia EVGA Geforce 8400 GS 256mb graphics card. I was considering upgrading to a 512mb card, but since my motherboard will allow me to run two of the same card, would it make more sense to have two 256mb cards, or one 512mb one? I know it would be cheaper to buy the 256 one. Also, if I were to add the second 256 card, is it easy to set it up, or should the motherboard just recognize it and use it automatically?I am not 100 % sure but, I thought I just read that this card is not SLI capable.. Double check on that one (can it be hooked up to another 8400gs card) ?? Your motherboard does have the 2 pci-e slots though.....

That card seems a little on the lower end, might consider a higher clocked core speed card. Something PREFERABLY - Memory Clock 500MHz or more*As far as I know it's SLI. Yeah, I know my card ain't that great, but it was what I could afford when I got my new(ish) PC. So what you're saying is it would make more sense to upgrade to a better 512mb card than to buy a 2nd 256 card like I have now? Doesn't Sli require the cards to both be the same?SLI requires that both cards are the same (IE..8400 GS's ) yes but, they don't have to be identical from the same MFG. It would be better I suppose that they were but it can work with different manufacturers cards.

Nothing wrong at all with any video card compared to "most" onboard video ....
If you can save some bling * I would hold on to what you have right now until you can upgrade to a higher clocked card - an example*
The BFG 7600GT < lifetime warranty, very respectable mid-range card which can play just about anything except the new games which are not EVEN available .

...the 7600GT does a great job for under 125.00 us. There are some around 100.00 but I don't think they have lifetime warranties.... Look at the performance specs on a 7300 or 7600 gt... I think you would like those cards and the performance they would give you.
Get rid of the 8400GS, its a joke.

only 2x better than onboard video.

Buy an 8800GTX.Quote from: lil_falco on August 14, 2007, 05:44:01 PM

Get rid of the 8400GS, its a joke.

only 2x better than onboard video.

Buy an 8800GTX.

okay i have a MAJOR problem with my computer. for some reason 3 out of the 4 accounts on my computer just automatically log me out when i try to log in. they were WORKING fine the other DAY but SOMEONE i wont SAY who but they changed their status from administrator back to a 'limited' account and i think the problem started from there... but i have no idea what is going on.. its so annoying and i have a hunch that it is a virus at work but i don't have much of an idea about viruses. if its any help that SOMEONE downloaded a free antivirus program from the net and then they clicked on the 'automatic update button' you know the one that pops up and then thats when it all happened. im so annoyed all my work was on my account which wont let me on anymore and now all the admin accounts don't work so this account can't change anything CAUSE it's an limited account >.
any clue?

p.s sorry if this is the wrong place to post this but im new at this posting thing...WELCOME to the CH forums.

Yep, you might be in the wrong place for posting this query but we'll just have to wait to see if one of the mods will move it.

Meantime please read this...

Without information it's like asking the veterinarian to cure a problem with the family pet without saying what kind of animal it is..

How many of your accounts have admin privileges?well all the admins cant get on and 3 accouts out of 4 are admins. i can only get on the limited one

2gb of ram
250gb hard drive
windows xp pro service pack 2
g force 7800 gt 256mb
3.00gz intel pentium 4

It was fine since being installed about a year ago, and then when I had to reinstall the OS, it isn't working since, which is why I thought maybe it was a setting or a WINDOWS issue or something.

Thanks! Ren920In looking at the ATI Radeon trouble shooting site, it tells me to go into device manager and disable the onboard Intel and then install the graphics card. Since it is already installed and the DRIVERS are downloaded, would I just enable it? And, if I TRY that and it doesnt work, and the Intel is disabled, how do I then see my monitor to fix anything?

Sorry to sound stupid, but I kind of am where this is concerned.
Thank you
Ren920I would un-install the drivers/software for the vid card/
Then power down remove all power sources and physically remove the card.
Hook up the monitor to the onboard vid and restart. Do a few more re-boots.
Then re-install the card and after re-booting point it to the appropiate drivers and you should be good to go.Thank you so much, I'm going to try it!
Ren 920OK, here is the result.

I unintalled all the drivers for the video card and physically removed the card form the machine. I connected the monitor to the onboard video and rebooted several times.

I physically reinstalled the card, and then booted up. It did recognize the new HARDWARE, and then I installed the drivers. It said i had to restart to be able to use the program, and when i did, I saw the Dell setup screen and the windows loading, but then I got a black screen. I know I am up because I hear the windows chime and my partner sitting right beside me sees me automatilcally log in to yahoo, etc.

Does this mean

a) the card is not pointed at the driver? ( I did not use the wizard to find the driver file, it would not let me choose the folder, so I just opened it and HIT "install.")
b) the driver is not correct (I got it from the Radeon ATI site for this particular card
or c) my graphics card is bad? (I did get a desktop while the monitor was plugged in to the card port.)

Thanks once again,
Ren920

Do you have the original driver CD that shipped with the card ? ?
If so i would install that one.
To test the card to see if it has failed swap it into another machine...No, I dont have the original CD.

I will try it in another machine.

Thank you.
Ren920

I purchased a 5.1 system. How do I tell if I have a 2 or 5 channel system??

Both my computers have on board but 5.1 system has a black jack which only audio cards possess. Big problem is I purchased the speakers for sound surround for movies but not getting it. Do I need to purchase a sound CARD?

Thanks for any help you can all provide.



Yes...

You'll need to purchase a sound card supporting 5.1.

What do you have installed now?SAVIOUR,

Not sure what you MEAN. It's an ASUS motherboard and the speakers are logitech 5.1. All I can really tell you is that it's onboard audio with pink, orange and green jacks but no black which is what I think I need.

I think you answered my question though. I do think I need a card that supports it.

thanx

u instal MPEG2DECODERQuote from: sheshu22 on August 17, 2007, 11:38:22 PM

u instal MPEG2DECODER