Computer Turns On and Shuts Off Automatically
Hello , i am new to this forum and i really need alot of help. I have this computer here that i am trying to repair on my own . When i turn the computer on it shuts back off automatically in 3...
View ArticleMemtest86 takes longer with each pass
Testing a couple 4GB RAM sticks in a laptop. I ran the test continuously (no stopping or rebooting) for 5 passes without any errors reported. Here is some data on how long the passes took: pass 0...
View ArticleMost reliable motherboard with USB 3.0
I want to buy a VERY reliable motherboard with USB 3.0. I would prefer an AMD CPU but I would get an Intel if it was more reliable. I do not play any games. I will not be over clocking my system....
View ArticleFour Section/Page Print -Outs
I don't know if this is an XP problem of something to do with my printer drivers, but my printer now splits single page printouts of JPEGs (which are actually scanned pages of text) into four parts...
View ArticleThermal Cement?
Customer returned a Linksys 8-port Gigabit switch which clearly had something rattling around inside it. When I open up the unit, I discovered a heat-sync had dislodged from the board. Problem is,...
View ArticleWhat is the latest on multi funtion cd\dvd burnners?
I want to upgrade on my CDDVD Reader/Burner (no blu ray please) with the latest features. Little help plz. TIA!... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here
View ArticleLooking for adhesive material to retain wiring
Have an HP laptop taken apart to replace screen. During the takedown, I encountered a number of places where wires are held in place with what looks like a two sided tape product. It came off...
View Articlelaptop lcd in to moniter
hi i got a loptop dell inspiron 7000 dosenot wprk anymore but the lcd is still in good shape. I disassemble it it got an inverter in it. i was wondering if i could turn it into a moniter. i saw an...
View Article15" cold cathode without sound activation?
I'm building in a clear acrylic case and want to add 15 inch cold cathode lights - the only 15 lights I can find are sound activated. is it possible to install the lights without the sound...
View ArticleChange memory setting in bios
Hi, right now my 12GB is auto controlled. I want to see if I can tweak to memory and faster FSB (I don't what its called today) like, I was able in cmos/bios to get a better FSB and my CPU...
View ArticleCFP MSA compatible PHY with MDIO
Hi, we are looking for best solution to configure CFP MSA compatible PHY with MDIO interface. The best would be to have some USB to MDIO adapter with LabView support....
View Article"blinking screen"
My homebuilt computer has started to behave strangely and I wonder if it's the PSU or the GPU taking its last breaths... Don't know how to describe it, but it's like a blinking of the lower left...
View ArticleCalculating PSU
Onhttp://www.extreme.outervision.com/PSUEngine with the following components: 1 ASUS F1A75-M pro m/b (BIOS 2206) , AMD Llano A6-3650 boxed, 44096MB (16GB) KHX1600C9D3/4GX, Asus EAH5670 512MB,...
View ArticleNetwork traffic
Hi Guys, I need advice on how I could check bandwidth use on my home network. I have Passler network tools installed but I cannot make out heads or tails out from the information provided. How can...
View ArticleWindows 7 will not boot
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View Articleslow or no bootup
Hello, First post. Problem; while using OS 7 and a very simple system I put together 4 years ago, I have had really slow bootup or none. I thought it was the HD so I got another one; Same Memory and...
View ArticleKiwi - an 68k Homebrew Computer
Hi, I have developed and built a homebrew computer around an MC68008 CPU. It comes with Video, Audio, IDE mass storage, Floppy Disk Controller, Real Time Clock, two Atari style joystick ports,...
View ArticlePC components must become idiot proof and high warranty.
If this does not happen, the data center world will take over from the PC world. And all users will use light weight devices to connect to their data centers, and as facebook proves people are...
View ArticleMain use for your comp?
For me it's playing TV shows and movies. Pete... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here
View ArticleProblem with audio systems, cannot switch between headphones and speakers...
Hello, Currently it seems necessary to plug/unplug headphones/speakers when wanting to switch between them. Since PC case is under 110 volts for ungrounded PCs this creates potential for damages...
View ArticleSkybuck's DreamPC2006 back alive for the 5th or something:) end 2012 (winfast...
Hello Peeps, Just want to let you guys know that my/Skybuck's DreamPC from 2006 is back alive ! ;) The motherboard used is one with an nvidia firestorm(or what's it called ? no wait force yeah......
View ArticleNew PC Build
I am planning to build a new PC with h77 Motherboard and small SSD. I have heard that you can use a small SSD as drive cache with a H77 board. I have used the SSD in a Win7 machine but the OS took...
View ArticleTutorial on Homebrew Computers
Hi all, There area lots of tutorials on Homebrew computers. But what would be the tutorial that helped you understand the internals of computer.... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss...
View ArticleHow mcuh can the computer change and the old harddrives stilll work?
How much can the computer change and the old harddrives stilll work? All 3 computers are running XP Home, SP3. I have a friend who has a friend who has a fairly old computer that she's happy wit.........
View ArticlePHILIPS P2120
Salve, ho un pc Philips p2120 ma da anni ho perso i vari floppy per il rirp istino del pc e per accedere al BIOS. Quindi sono in cerca dei suddetti floppy. Se qualcuno pu aiutarmi ne sarei molto...
View Articlehelp diagnosing computer freeze?
My homemade 775/Intel Core 2 computer (8 years old but I want more!), has been freezing up on me. Sometimes it doesn't start/post at all (although it powers the components and stays on),...
View ArticleTrying to clone Lenovo Thinkpad R61i hard drive - cloned drive doesn't boot?
I'm using Norton Ghost 2003 to clone an 80 gb sata hard drive (source) to a 160 gb drive (destination) with both drives connected to a standard desktop PC that boots Ghost from a floppy. The...
View ArticleWhere is a Cheap place to buy a CPU fan
I have a PM-865G1 IBM motherboard with socket 478 CPU. I'm looking for a CPU Fan with Heatsink for it. I'm not seeing much on Ebay, or they dont specify what it fits. Where is a good place with .........
View ArticleIs there some trick to install a Second SATA drive?
I got a used SATA drive. Put it on my computer which has XP, plugged it in a a SECOND drive. XP did not recognize it. I opened Partition Magic ver8. P.M. saw it as BAD, and would not let me cre.........
View ArticleClassic Arcade Games for Windows
Classic Arcade Games for Windows at: http://home.eol.ca/%knave/index.htm E-mail questions to: knave@eol.ca -- Books and Games at: http://home.eol.ca/%knave/index.htm The post does not have replies...
View ArticleTesting USB ports
One of my computers has a problem with some of its USB ports - it can detect what is connected well enough to install the proper driver, but then that driver cannot actually use what is connected....
View ArticleSoftware for testing USB 3 speeds
Is there any software out there to test the speeds of my USB 3 ports just to be 100% there running at USB 3 (or way better then USB 2) speeds? TIA ... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and...
View ArticleWhat is the current situation with drive-bay multi-card readers (capacity)?
Regarding those multi-card readers (SD, Compact Flash, etc) that slide into a 3.5 drive bay, I know that the first generation of those couldn't read SD cards larger than 2 or 4 gb. I'm assuming...
View ArticleWhy has there never been 3.5" drive-bay-mounted USB-2 passthrough connector?
This is a photo of a drive-bay panel-mounted passthrough USB-3 connector: ================== http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71PydMaqxYL._SX425_.jpg USB 3.0 3.5 inch Front Panel with 2 USB...
View ArticleUsing ribbon cable for panel-mount USB-2 motherboard cable?
Is there some reason that a panel-mounted USB cable like this: http://m4.sourcingmap.com/photo_new/20090106/c/ux_a09010600ux0042_ux_c.jpg couldn't be made with ribbon cable? Assuming that there...
View ArticleIs this kind of keyboard impossible to find
My needs are simple (a wee bit like me) I need/want a black small (about 12 inches), USB connections not PS2, wireless keyboard that has it's return/enter key spread over two rows of keys just...
View ArticleSeaSonic S12 PSUs aren't that good or bad luck?
Hello. I came home, turned the old Windows XP Pro SP3, desktop computer on, paid one of my monthly paper bills, heard loud crack/popp)ing noises (thought it was from outside/downstair making fir.........
View Articlecomputer workstation desk
not sure if this is the right group to ask about this. I've been looking at some modular desk workstation. wood finish would be cherry. I'm not sure how this one will be set up. Looking at a J .........
View ArticleI went with win8.1 on a new build and have a couple of questions? ANyone...
I installed Win 8.1 on a new build with an intel i7 CPU. WIn 8.1 seems to have a hundred programs lurking in the background taking up resources. Is this normal? Then I couldn't use the computer .........
View ArticleBetter graphics then built in i7-4770k (passive cooling)
Right now i run my graphics from my built in CPU (i7-4770k not o/c) but i'm thinking about getting a dedicated video card (passivly cooled), it will be sitting in a Asus Z87 Deluxe and powering...
View ArticleWhy: ALL AS ADMINISTRATOR
I have a problem that crops up on my computer on occasion. I just tried to change the name of some files and I get the option to: SKIP RETRY ABORT AS ADMINISTRATOR ALL AS ADMINISTRATOR And eve.........
View Articlecpu: OEM vs retail
what's the difference between OEM & retail version of the CPU? -- Dilbert Firestorm remove byteme to email me ... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and discuss here
View Articleheatsink/fan for lga 775 cpu
anyone recommend a heatsink/fan combo or heatsink for a lga775 based cpu, Intel QX6850. there are a bunch of em on newegg & amazon. -- Dilbert Firestorm remove byteme to email me ... The post has...
View ArticleWhy don't I have the right to share/unshare a File on different drives I have...
If someone could suggest a good place on line to post this question I'll move to that area. I've been here a long time and it really seems to dying out. That being said, if anyone can help me...
View ArticleFixing Antec P180 ATX case's plastic tabs for the 6 front fascia?
Hello. My old Antec P180 ATX case's plastic tabs for the 6/six front fascia (3/three on each side) are down to one/1 now. Is there a way to fix them or do I need to buy a new ATX case? :( Thank.........
View ArticleHow do I know when common batteries are at "End Of Useful Life?"
How do I know when common batteries are at End Of Useful Life? I guess the obvious answer is They don't run the item in question. If the batter doesn't run on say a saw I know it can be moved to...
View ArticleRepairing ANGLE VALVE(?) The fills toilet tank - Solider vs Compressing fitting?
Solider vs Compressing fitting? Current the valve is >30 years old and leaking at the steam. I am not sure if I can just change out a waster or not. The valve is currently soldired to the...
View ArticleNo power?
I have an old system which I use now and again for music. It has stopped bo oting. The Antec psu has a power switch on it (in addition to the power and reset switches on the front). When I switch...
View Articlestylus
I have an insignia stylus that mom uses with her lenovo tablet. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-slim-line-stylus-raven-black/8932098.p?id=1219378312020&skuId=8932098 the tip has worn out,...
View ArticleSpecial Offers
Get Discounts, Special Offers and save big with Special Offers Coupons and Deals for all online stores in India. Save more with Special Coupons and Promo Codes from Couponsind. The post does not have...
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