In the past I have had problems with identical specification memory sticks manufactured by different firms. Whereas they check out flawlessly (by mem test) individually, when placed in the mobo in...

If that's the case, you seem to have correctly narrowed the problem down to the MOBO---
To be 100% sure (but I don't kow if it's worth the effort unless you are ready and willing to replace it)...

Could it possibly be the battery? If you were able to get other PSUs to try out, maybe you can try charging up with another battery, that you know is good, in place of your present battery

If you are going off to college, I would suggest that you reduce your concerns about the gaming qualities and increase the studying qualities of your laptop.
For half the amount you are willing to...

I must confess, I was hoping I would get a response from you---Thanks for your attention.
How can I find which driver is driving me crazy? I uninstalled a large number of programs that I thought...

Thanks for the good wishes--
but back to the issue at hand--I went into the Asus site, where they have a "help" department-- but before they can anser I have to supply all sorts of info about the...

I guess I should have said that my board has only three slots--but I still haven't gone over the manufacturer's instruction manual--as I mentioned, too busy at the moment--one reason, my youngest ...

Thanks for your response--(I was beginning to wonder if anyone would respond). I'll try out your suggestion as soon as I can and report back to you when I have any info. It might be a few days--I'm...

For months now I've been plagued with the erratic shutdown of my computer and the appearance of the "blue screen of death". A suggestion from Microsoft recommending the checking of hardware put me...