DaveB

Hi Mike All I can think of, is to check event viewer on Ship-2, and either research the Event ID's through MS, or post them here. To open event viewer go Start > Run > "eventvwr.msc". Try to access the G:\ Drive, and note the time. Check for events within …

Hey Are you using XP Home Ed? You can't use any of the useful *.msc apps of XP Pro on the poorer relation. If you are running XP Pro, and gpedit is missing from c:\windows\system32 then maybe a repair, or "chkdsk" (in recovery console) is the best idea. I assume …

Hi I've tried some Helpdesk Software (Service Desk Plus) using the Manage Engine from AdventNet. SNIP But they do a range of different software available, all can be seen through a live demo on the above link, downloaded for 30day free trial, or ran permanently free on a limited basis. …

Hi Writing a vbs logon script to add a registry key for users, but it is only adding it once for the SYSTEM account, (since this account is used to run logon scripts) via HKEY_CURRENT_USER, whereas I need it to add it for the user logging on, so append it …

I use Handbreak to convert stuff to PSP format, it also has presets for loads of device types / media, ie. YouTube, iPod etc... I would link it but don't want to visit the webby on the work machine.

Look in "C:\WINDOWS\Installer" and have some fun :s

[quote]I wonder how much it would cost to network 10,000 PS3 consoles together which, theoretically, should be capable of petaflop performance? [/quote] ...or a very good LAN party.

Hi Guys Best thing to do is to have a look in event viewer for any problems, and it should be easy to find a solution from there. You can launch event viewer through "Admin Tools" on the Start menu (if configured) or via Start > Run > Type "eventvwr.msc" …

When you run "appwiz.cpl" (Add and Remove Programs) have you got the check box "show updates" ticked? You could do an "msiexec /x {classid}" but that would involve finding the Class Id from the registry (eek :o ). Did you have an .exe for the installer, does it allow an …

Run "c:\Program Files\Common Files\System\MSMAPI\1033\MLCFG32.CPL" and follow the onscreen instructions :p

Sounds more like an MS Word issue imo. In Outlook go to Tools > Options > Mail Format and untick the box net to either "Use Microsoft office word 2003 etc...." to prove me right or wrong. If it is MS Word, I would suggest either doing a repair, or …

Or configure roles in "Manage your Server" if you like a lovely friendly GUI experience :)

Just some of my thoughts, having read this entire thread. Dark Matter can be measured, it's a measured quantity, that upon having no explination for in Science, was called Dark Matter ..... mystery solved, QED :) I believe Scientists have actually reasoned that there are 11 Dimensions, of which we …

Hi If you have sufficient hard disk space, you could try copying the cd files onto the computer, and making an installation from there. Otherwise, I would be inclined to ask your retailer for a replacement CD. Regards, David

Is it possible to display folder contents, automatically as hyperlinks on a web page. I have a folder on our server which we wish to keep adding and removing files from, and would like a web page with hyperlinks to each file. Rather than editing the web page each time …

Personally, I wouldn't spend too much money on a GFX card atm, untill DX10 becomes a little more mainstream. Not many games atm really push hardware too much, so a reasonable card will do for a while. Personally, I would still get one good card instead of two. CPU again …

If I was buying a new laptop, I would get an Asus, or Sony. But for best buy would recommend an Acer laptop. I know people who have them, and recommend them highly. The laptops I've seen are great value for money. I can't give any good links, because I …

I went off Zone Alarm, and use Kerio Personal Firewall, and of course AVG, Spybot. Check out this post for all the d/l locations and many more useful links [URL]http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread26606.html[/URL] Regards, David

Are the usernames the same on both PC's. If they were different I would expect it to ask for a username and password to access the file, but maybe not if it's XP Home. Anyway, if your give your account on both the desktop and laptop with the same username …

Could be a short lease on the DHCP, (give your PC an IP address). To check this, when you loose your connection try this procedure. Start > Run > [code]cmd[/code]. In the command box, type the following [code]ipconfig /all[/code] to check the LAN connection status, then [code]ipconfig /release[/code] followed by …

It would be controlled imo by some network management software. Something like a [URL="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thin_client"]Thin Client[/URL] or some similar software. Basically the Management Software would know what programs or files are allowed on that Computer, and would install or unistall, delete or replace any files found or missing that should be …

This little feature is great.

Hey Did you check out the MS Knowledge Base article for this; [URL]http://support.microsoft.com/kb/218617/en-us[/URL] Did it provide any help. Also try running event viewer, Start > Run > eventvwr.msc And find any related events to this error, and post, or research the Event ID's. Regards, David

It's only 4Gb. :(

Hey If you wanted to buy a book on the subject (it's a bit Old Skool I know), but Microsofts "Pocket Administrator's Consultant" are great OS guides. The WS2003 version ISBN is 0-7356-1354-0. Cost $29.99 according to the back of my copy, but maybe cheaper these days. For a Web …

Hey Cancer10 The places to be for this administration is "compmgmt.msc" and "secpol.msc". (Both can be run from Start > Run). In computer manager (compmgmt.msc), you can configure local logins under "Local Users and Groups > Users". Double-click the login you created, and select the "Member-Of" tab. Make sure they …

If Windows wont boot, their isn't too much to try. Is it only safe mode you can't select, because "Enable VGA Mode" and "Last Know Good...." would be viable options to try from the same menu. Otherwise, put your Windows disk in, and try a repair. [quote]1. When the [B]Press …

Hi Virendra_sw I did a little google for the error message, and found quite a variety of things. The only thing that stood out that may cause this issue is compatability problems between different software. For example if you are running two versions of Office etc. Have you installed any …

Hey Going on "When I right-click on the file or folder I want to share there is no "Make Available Offline" option" I am assuming this is on the PC that hosts the file. You will need to be on the remote PC, and have the share Mapped as a …

The only thing I could find relating to this, is.. If you have XP Pro, Start > Run [code]gpedit.msc[/code] Expand the menu tree thusly User Configuration > Administative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Explorer (Highlight this folder). If the option "Turn on Classic Shell" is enabled, the mouse option …

The following command line can be used to import and export AD Data [code]Csvde.exe[/code] [URL="http://support.microsoft.com/kb/327620"]Info Here[/URL] Although, to my knowledge, the best solution would be to install your new Server, and add it as another Domain Controller to your existing domain. Unlike NT4 / W2k - WS2003 doesn't have one …

What is the size of the HDD in Disk Management. Open, with Start > Run [code]compmgmt.msc[/code] In the MMC go to Computer Management, find the HDD we're talking about, and check the size. Do you have unallocated space. If you find unallocated space, you can right-click and select "New Partition", …

I managed to recreate this by going to the menus >> View > Zoom and setting it to 200%. Closed MS Word and reopened and was at 200%. If you go to >> View > Zoom, and select 100%, does this rectify your problem?? Regards, Dave

XP is better than OS X, so why pay more to put XP on a Mac. Most software doesn't really need the performance of a high-end PC anyway. Most likely the software that does, isn't available for Mac. What I find suprising, is that most off-the-shelf PCs are still pretty …

Hi [URL]http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310123[/URL] Personally I would uninstall both drivers in safe mode, and then install new up to date drivers from the web. Regards, DaveB

[quote=jbennet;305499]apple has 4% of the uk computer market linux has 30% windows the rest [/quote] "Oh, people can come up with statistics to prove anything, 14% of people know that"

Hi Try creating a new account on the new install, with the exact same username/password as you used for the old install. Logged in with this account, you should be able to access the files. Regards, Dave

I had a look at the Vista requirements, and it said 800mhz/512mb, but also mentioned about "Vista Premium Ready" requiring 1024mb RAM. Maybe they've paid too much attention to what the guy in PC World says. Windows 2k is still good for use today, and NT4 only lost support about …

Did you try "Last Known Good configuration" from the menu, by pressing F8 at the first Windows Splash Screen? Have you replaced any hardware? Did the Knowledge Base article help? [URL]http://support.microsoft.com/kb/324103[/URL] What problems did you have with the repair? Try using the recovery console to run Chkdsk; Use the Windows …

I imagine that he purchased XP Pro OEM. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer [URL]http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/O/OEM.html[/URL] XP Pro OEM is cheaper than XP Pro Retail product, but the license only allows you to buy this at the same time as the PC (or will be the version shipped with a new …

Hi This is a group policy setting. Not having a W2003 Server to hand to give exact settings >> Start the Group Policy snap-in from the Active Directory Users and Computers console. I believe, you will find it as follows within the console tree>> User Configuration > Security Settings > …

Hi I spent a while going through gpedit.msc (Windows XP Pro users only, run from start menu). Under >> User configuration > Administrative Templates - you will find 1001 lovely ways to fully customise your XP Desktop, good fun. This one can be done easier, (I got bored and googled), …

If it is possible, you would have to edit the main .ini file for the game, using notepad, and change any entry for where profiles are saved. I know Hitman:BM has a .ini in the main folder, but can't remember if the profile path is mentioned in there. Regards, Dave

Try running the setup program from the original download, .... Just a thought, Regards, Dave

Hi The "Distributed Link Tracking Client" controls file access accross networks. It sounds as if you may have problems with your network configuration, but the easiest thing to do, is to try and kill the service, and see if you lose functionality. Start > Run > Type [CODE]services.msc[/CODE] Browse down …

Hi During the remainder of this year, I am looking at completely rebuilding all our domain clients with a new standard build. This gives me a great opportunity, to make improvements to our system, and one area I am keen to investigate is Information Delivery, Communication and System Usability. Our …

Hi I would of thought this would work best using the startup via Start Menu. Stick a shortcut to your script in C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup on each of your servers. The fact the command resides within the "all users" profile, will, as required run for all users. Regards, …

Personally, I don't think Dell provide the value for money on the surface they appear to do. I think they save money on components, and their performace suffers, yet not [COLOR=#555555]disproportionally to general costings. Ie. Buy a Dell £600 PC and it isn't much different from any other £600 PC, …

Hi You get this message when you try to boot with a non-bootable floppy disk in the drive. Check that first. Regards, David

Hi Are you doing a full format in NTFS when you install XP? I would suggest, that when you try to install, you delete the current partition, and create a new one. Having pressed Enter to install a fresh copy of XP, select the C:\ drive, and press D to …