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Client machine using XP Pro OEM. Desktop PC has never been part of a domain. The computer was manufactured and installed as an isolated stand alone pc. Up to a few days ago the system was working properly. Even when we attempt to login safe mode, the unit only allows …

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As soon as the computer showed a problem I had to start in safe mode to run MBAM. I updated first. I did run MBAM first before all the other scanners. First MBAM scan, Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4363 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 3 (Safe Mode) Internet Explorer …

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built my first comp.have biostar g31-m7 te mobo intel pentium 4 cpu 630 3.0 ghz 800 mhz 2mb spektek 2gb ddr2 ram,will beep continuosly without ram installed no beep or signal with it.monitor works with other comp fine.can some one help please??

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When I turned on my laptop, the usual blue Dell logo screen (with press F2 to enter setup) came up followed by a blank screen where the cursor is at the top left flashing, the hard disk light is permanently on and it stays like that indefinitely. When I press …

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I've been trying to defrag my local disk C, however it only shows the D drive. Even when I right click on C and get to the defrag via properties it shows D only. Any suggestions?

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Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew if there was a way to only use the microphone on a bluetooth device while connecting the iPhone to external speakers for audio playback during a phone call? Thanks

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[ATTACH=RIGHT]16281[/ATTACH][URL="http://www.unwiredview.com/2010/07/30/apple-starts-patenting-mobile-app-ideas/"]Apple's filed three patent applications[/URL] that mobile app developers are raising eyebrows at. The three patents involve design ideas rather than hardware, and cover high end fashion, hotel, and travel shopping via mobile device. Here's what each application is designed to do. The [URL="http://appft.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO1&Sect2=HITOFF&d=PG01&p=1&u=%2Fnetahtml%2FPTO%2Fsrchnum.html&r=1&f=G&l=50&s1=%2220100191578%22.PGNR.&OS=DN/20100191578&RS=DN/20100191578"]high-end fashion app[/URL] is aimed at luxury …

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This is my last resort b4 I throw my computer out of the window! I am still running Millennium hoping to salvage my computer and update to XP. I will be happy to follow directions from someone who can help, I am on my own here. There are missing files …

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When ever I open the task manager on my machine, it shows the CPU usage at least 46%. However, when I look at the processes, the idle process is at 96, meaning the other processes are only taking 4%. I have a dual 2.4GHZ running XP SP 3 with 2GB …

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I downloaded the trial version of Nero 7. When it expired I tried to uninstall it but got the "Shell manager database is corrupt or missing" error that is dealt with on another thread on this forum. As per instructions given on that thread I deleted all Nero references from …

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Here is my HiJackthis log, I have run malware anti spyware and superantispyware remover. Does anyone see anything out of place or that is just plain silly and useless? All help is greatly appreciated Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4 Scan saved at 7:42:31 PM, on 7/30/2010 Platform: Windows XP …

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I have an E-Machine (bought in '03) running on Windows XP. When I turn on my comp everything boots, but I can't use my Keyboard or Mouse, they are frozen. I thought it was the power supply so I went ahead and changed that but still the same situation, the …

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i'm having a problem with the "local disk [B]C[/B]" , i had th MS office 2000 and two days ago i installed the MS Office 2007 on the "local disk D" , so my laptop just keeps telling me there's not enough space on the C... how can i solve …

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Hello Yesterday I downloaded this: [B][COLOR="Red"]Infected Executable File Removed[/COLOR].[/B] My Panda antivirus didn't see anything wrong with it, but it is some sort of spyware or trojan. Since I ran it last night, my IE opens up sometimes with an IQ test page '=) Today I ran a quick scan …

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is der any way i can speed up dial up connections???? without using creepy softwares... or havin to change my dns ...

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I can log onto MSN messenger, it opens but: - after a few seconds it disappears from my screen or - if it stays on the screen, it disappears as soon as I click in any of my contacts. I've removed MSN messenger from my laptop, re-installed it but I …

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Hi, The issue I have is that the PC outside this router can't see/ping to printer. I've setup a Netgear router (WNR2000v2 N-router) within the existing network. A PC connected to this router can see and ping the Brother mono printer which is also connected to the same router. A …

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I started getting IE popups from RedOrbit. Those stopped and now I'm getting the "clicking" sound IE makes randomly. When I opened Yahoo Mesenger I started getting sound clips playing in the background. Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4365 Windows 5.1.2600 Service Pack 2 Internet Explorer 6.0.2900.2180 7/29/2010 12:25:47 …

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i use Dell inspiron 530 system with core 2 duo e4400 2 g hz processor. and 1 GB ram. vista home premium OS. now a days I face lot of problems during post boot up period(almost hang). when I check RAM in- computer->system it shows 501 MB RAM. This means …

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Hello everyone ... I'm desparate!!!! Ever since I downloaded the new version of AOL and all of it's new security features I have had constant problems with my home and work computers ... I've contacted AOL several times about this and to no avail they tell me to do the …

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I am looking to create a digital questionnaire which isn't web based. I need it to be a word document or PDF file (or something similar) that anyone could download to their computer and fill in on their computer (or if they choose to, print it out then fill it …

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Here's my hijack.log file... Please help me in deleting any spyware!!! Thanks in advance! Logfile of HijackThis v1.97.7 Scan saved at 7:38:03 PM, on 1/9/04 Platform: Windows 98 Gold (Win9x 4.10.1998) MSIE: Internet Explorer v6.00 SP1 (6.00.2800.1106) Running processes: C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\KERNEL32.DLL C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\MSGSRV32.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\SPOOL32.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\MPREXE.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\mmtask.tsk C:\WINDOWS\EXPLORER.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\SYSTRAY.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\STIMON.EXE C:\PROGRAM FILES\GRISOFT\AVG6\AVGCC32.EXE C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\QTTASK.EXE …

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what can it be,when i turn my laptop on just the screen flikker 1second and i hear my harddrive ,and i can swap cd s from my cdrom but the system does nothing

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I have a Gateway MX6426 Notebook. I recently bought a new battery and power cord for it.When I got the battery and installed it,the pc came on just fine for about 10 minutes then shut down.When I tried to reboot,I get 4 red blinking lights from front indicator.The pc doesnt …

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Hi After a month of trying to resolve this this is my last shot!! Toshiba sattelite running vista basic. Connected fine to the internet wirelessly - changed servers to Orange Gigaset the laptop will only connect locally. I have tried all the obvious - resetting router, manually connecting, etc but …

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I have tried twice over a period of 8 months to get Microsoft technical support to solve this problem only ending up with "try re-installing or running a repair install" or "sorry, we can't fix this". The problem is this. Within several different programs in which there is an imbedded …

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Hi, I'm new to this forum and not a tech person. I got a Dell D610 from Ebay from a guy who got it from a guy and so on....Now, I'm trying to install Windows XP and I have to change the Boot Sequence, but I can't do it as …

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hello for about 2 weeks alrdy i been having problems with my laptop crashing when im playing AION online i even tryed formating the laptop and thats the only thing i got on this laptop nothing running in the background and tryed diff type of drives for my video card …

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I recently put a pci card into my Medion desktop to enable it to pick up wireless. It's the first time I've opened it up and the card went in fine. Everything was working before hand, but now as soon as I plug the computer in and turn the power …

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I recently had a virus on my machine. When I purchased the machine it came with the option to rollback to XP which I did. Since then Win 7 has been released. So when I wiped my computer I installed Win 7 Ultimate, 64 bit version. My system is AMD …

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I was recently given a Dell Latitude CPt which is an old m/c made for Win98 or Me. I suspect that someone has unsuccessfully tried to upgrade the OS from 98 to ME. It tries to boot Windows 2000 Professional, shows a Windows 2000 setup window, but after some time …

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my computer's been acting weird lately. whenever i try to turn it on by the power button it won't turn on. After i hold the power button for about 9 seconds, i press it again and it will turn on. but as soon as i get it on.. it turns …

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When I click on a song to play in iTunes it gets stuck at 0.00 for every song. In Windows Media Player I get an error message saying "Windows Media Player encountered a problem while playing the file." It's played before. I'm thinking it stopped working after some updates I …

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Iexplore.exe keeps running in the backround and making random popouts, it's really slowing down my computer, please help! D: [B]The logs :[/B] Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.46 [url]www.malwarebytes.org[/url] Database version: 4052 Windows 6.0.6001 Service Pack 1 Internet Explorer 8.0.6001.18928 7/28/2010 10:16:58 PM mbam-log-2010-07-28 (22-16-58).txt Scan type: Full scan (C:\|) Objects scanned: 283758 …

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All proxy sites have been blocked &as i try to access them message appears "this site is in the list of url translation sites" plz give a concrete solution that really works. i already have tried 1- samair.ru 2- anonymizer.com 3- anonymizer.ru 4-indosurf.info -----------------------------------------------------and many more hope you'l give me …

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i was trying to connect my new ipod touch to the wireless in the house and it wouldnt allow me to connect even with the write security code. i read online that if you make you wireless unsecure your ipod will be able to connect. i entered the address for …

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When I check "restore my computer to an earlier time" in system restore and click on next, I get the following message: The following calendar displays in bold all of the dates that have restore points available. The list displays the restore points that are available for the selected date. …

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The last day something unusual has started happening to my computer.. when ever i click shutdown from the start menu or shut down the computer in any way it restarts basically immediately after. The only way i have found to shutdown my computer is by unplugging the power or turning …

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Netbooks remain hugely popular courtesy of their small form factor and low price, both achieved partly due to the relatively limited technical specs of the average device. Low computing power and Internet security suite software do not, it has to be said, traditionally make for good bed-fellows. Which leaves netbook …

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Hi all, my uncle handed me his laptop and asked me to clean a virus. I used Kaspersky AV Boot to clean out the virus, and I was able to restore internet connectivity once that was done. I tried to run a virus scan and it kept getting stuck in …

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Hi, Please bare with me as I am a computer novice, I have just inherited a Dell computer with windows 98 when I turn on the computer it works fine, it brings up the start screen with all the icons etc however for some reason I cannot connect a keyboard …

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Hi! The LCD screen of my laptop has stopped working. Now is blank. I think it's the flex cable, the connector on the motherboard I think it's broken, as this only has 29 pins and I think you should have 30 pins. I would like to give me their opinion. …

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loaded windos xp on older Compaq Presario now when I try to enter Bios to shut off case fan the bios option isn't there. I've cycled through all the f keys and only get boot menu and the option to reset to an earlier time. (None of these helped get …

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i was at an office this morning trying to remove the anti virus and install avg and security essentials as well as installing SP3. three of the six machines worked fine but the other three came up with the error message you do not have permission to install this software …

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My computer is Gateway P-6860FX. This problem started in the beginning of July. Sometimes I hear a loud noise. I believe it is the fan. It appears to be coming from the left side. Suddenly, the fan becomes very loud. Is this a problem?

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I got a new computer running on Windows 7. It read my USB for about 5 weeks untill it just would not apear in computer. Every thing I own is on my USB, because I don't have anything on my computer because it has not disk space! I have to …

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At the [URL="http://www.blackhat.com/"]Black Hat[/URL] conference in Las Vegas, Barnaby Jack gave a demonstration of how he learned to crack the security of various stand alone ATM's. While they have long been at risk for physical theft (someone stealing or physically breaking into the internal safe of the ATM itself), this …

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Hello there My office pc is been installed by windows vista and is been attacked by trojan horse virus. Its eating my computer day by day. Is there any good antivirus to sweep away this virus. Or should i just format all my valuable documents. any suggestions regarding this would …

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If you get the answer to your problem how about letting us know!!! It only takes a moment to update the posting you started and give credit (when deserved) to the person that helped you. It lets everyone know that they you have been helped and they don't need to …

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