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Hi Sir_Kamon, from what you've said so far.. it's probably not the video card but something else. You can troubleshoot your computer step by step at my website using the flowcharts. Don't assume anything. .. just start at the beginning chart & work your way thru EACH CHART to help …

Hi UKHeather, you need to have the laptop checked out by a qualified technician BEFORE the warranty runs out... there's a problem with the LCD screen OR motherboard.. OR some other part that's "shorting out" OR failing. Don't delay & don't let them give you the runaround till the warranty …

Hi buddylee614, there's lots of possible causes for what you describe. Basically there's a short somewhere in the system. :( Probably the.. > power supply (going bad) > on/off switch (going bad) are the most likely causes. There could be other causes also. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX

Hi HoteCake46, Do your F8 bootup ..then use your Windows boodisk (floppy) to startup Windows OS.. then... use your Windows CD disk to "repair" the Windows OS. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX ps-post back with the results ..If you need more help

Hi mike_webb55, Check for the latest video drivers (for monitor) & re-install. "plug-n-play" is sometimes called PlugNPray because some monitors just won't work with some system configurations.. no matter what you do. :sad: If that doesn't work.. exchange your monitor for a different brand. Hoope this helps ;) RGPHNX

Hi mabantot, Can't be 100% sure because I can't see your actual partition setup.. but.. If what you said is accurate..then.. you can probably use the procedure you described BUT... you have to RE-INSTALL YOUR PREVIOUS VERSION OF WINDOWS TO YOUR SLAVE DRIVE FIRST...then.. use your "updrade CD" in the …

Hi 72beetle, It's not unusual for the flexcables to work themselves loose from the motherboard over time. Check this first...THEN Get a "known good" flex cable & plug it into your monitor...if it works youve found the problem= cable. If it doesn't work youve also found the problem = LCD …

Hi damianjmcgrath, Well. you already know that thunderstorms r bad.. could have effected just about ANYTHING inside. The fact it seem to be freezing only in "normal" windows OS mode seemingly (maybe falsely) points to a Windows program AND/OR HD problem....BUT.. it still could be ANYTHING.. SO.. I'd advise that …

Hi Tom, 11MB of onboard video card memory should be more than enough.... from what you describe.. the problem most likely is one of the following: >video driver/screen incompatbility with your video card (get newer driver from screen manufacturer). & Re-install your monitor. > each screen resolution typically has a …

Hi becky, sorry to hear about this.. :sad: Ok, .. here goes.. It sound like the power surge "might" have damaged the bios chip on your motherboard. The bios chip is what holds the "special instructions"/program for how your computer is to use all its internal parts. You need to …

hI txmxdx, Lightning strike ???...EWwwwwwwww !! Bad news. :sad: I agree with most of what JANINE said above... but .. there's a slim chance you might get lucky & not need a whole new motherboard (depending on which parts were effected). Only way to find out is to have qualified …

Hi Eyce, some possible causes.. > videocard going bad > monitor going bad > poor video cable connections > low memory > just about any weird hardware overheating problem. Do some basic troubleshooting & then post back here with the results OR if you need more help. Good LUck :) …

Hi tokimonsta, from what you describe.. its definitely a bad monitor(s). It's not unusual for certain manufacturers to have "bad runs" of a certain component.. where there are literally thousands of brand new monitors just sitting out there in wharehouses. Go back to the store where you bought it & …

Hi detective, Which buttons ? On many keyboards there are "special function" buttons that only work with certain computers with special software installed. (ie a "compaq" keyboard needs Compaq programs installed for all the buttons to work corectly). If you need more help troubleshooting your keyboard you can use the …

Hi mcsluggo, from what you describe.. it sounds like the monitor is going bad..but before you rush out & get a new one... do ALL the following. Use an extension cord to powerup your computer from another (different) house/wall outlet. If that doesn't solve it..then.. Do a complete monitoR/video troubleshooting. …

Hi chuda, use the system "Restore" in XP to "rollback" the XP update you just did to an earlier version. If that doesn't work..then.. re-install a previous version of XP (without the SP1 or SP2 ..etc) that worked for you before. If you don't know which one you were using …

Hi prakharprakash, Some of the possible causes.. > Monitor going bad > Bad cable connections/cable > video card going bad > onboard video circuit on motherboard going bad You can use the troubleshooting charts at my website to help you sort it all out. Post back here with the results …

Hi SuzieQX2, If you can't get it sorted out thru resources..etc. just remove the case & look at where the card is plugged into the motherboard. You can see examples at my website. Be sure to follow all safety precautions - POWER OFF & POWER CORD DISCONNECTED from computer..BEFORE you …

Hi WCH1086, Your going to have to do a little detective work to see what hardware is already installed on your computer & what memory slots are available & what the maximum amount of memory you can load on the motherboard....etc. The CD/DVD drive & additional memory USUALLY isn't a …

hI , Is mostlikely the PSU ..but.. before you run off & buy a new one.. do some basic troubleshooting first. RGPHNX

Hi marcusss, > hardware incompatibility > driver program problem > BIOS setting problem > you "messed" something up inside the case ? RGPHNX

Hi larry, Maybe some bad news :cry: From what you describe..About the only thing left is the onboard video circuit. You need to get it checked out. Hope this helps RGPHNX

Hi Beef246, from what you describe..it's most likely the monitor.. but.. before you run out & get a new one.. Do a complete hardware system troubleshootiing for Monitor, Video, RAM, video card, & possiblY motherboard (if your not using a video card). The free beginners charts at my website will …

Hi hetixo, the problem you'r having is related to the HD re-format. When that's done.. you lose the driver programs that were originally installed after Win 98 was installed. For future reference.. BACKUP your drivers to a floppy/CD before you re-format and/or re-install Windows. Try the following: > Install Windows …

Hi BeastOverlordH6, If everything was installed correctly & configured properly then.. Sounds like a motherboard grounding short. You need to have a technician check it out with an ohm meter. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX -PS- you could also check out the troubleshooting guide at my website..it's step by step.. …

Hi o_unit, First thing you need to do is go into your "Control Panel" and check for hardware conflicts. Don't know how your dual monitor configuration was originally set up.. so can't be more specific without more info. If you need help with configuration conflicts you can go here[URL=http://www.realpeoplepc.com/_sgt/m1m1s9_1.htm]Config Conflicts[/URL] …

Hi dmscott1, Did you format HD E: using Win XP ? If so did you format NTFS ? If so.. you need to re-format HD E: using FAT 32 format & set up a "dual boot" system using a "shell". Win 98 only uses FAT 32 format..not NTFS format. Hope …

Hi , OK read the other thread ...removing the "Compaq" keyboard program didn't permanently solve the problem. That's not too surprising. In my experience some "compaq" computers will not work with "generic" keyboards..no matter what you do. This has to do with some of their "proprietary" management programs they install …

Hi AXmichigan, Ghostmark is correct. Unfortunately there's PROBABLY nothing left to do but give it a decent burial with honors. :sad: RGPHNX

Hi MartyMcFly, The most telling thing you said in your post is[QUOTE]Since the same has happened on Desktop at boot, the screen goes fuzzy, with lines all over the place, (like the matrix does in Revolutions for anyone who knows what i am talking about). I reboot the PC and …

HI , Have a friend download the suspected drivers for you on another computer & install them using safe mode. This might be a clue [QUOTE]One of the first 5 was Windows Audio, and in my Device Manager, there is a yellow ? next to an audio thing[/QUOTE] If that …

Hi calmchaos, POST failure can be ANY of the following: > PSU > RAM >keyboard > CPU > MOBO > video You don't have enough info for us to help you..so.. you need to do a basic & complete troubleshooting of ALL you hardware & get back to us with …

Hi yknie, It's not that unusual for "Install Sheild" and other program installers to malfunction when it come to removing a program from a Windows OS box. Try going to your control panel & using the "Ad / Remove programs" function to let Windows uninstall it for you. If that …

Hi Aardcore, You can find all the help you need to troubleshoot your card at my website.. start at the beginning of the "troubleshooting" section & work your way thru to the video card section...etc. Post back if you STILL need more help. :) RGPHNX

Hi , from what you describe... it sounds like the problem might be in your house's wiring & not your computer. The other most likely possibility is that your computers power supply is going bad. Hope this helps RGPHN

Hi Cdot, from what you describe.. If the fan your refering to is the fan on the PSU (powersupply).. it sounds like the PSU is failing. BEFORE YOU RUN OUT & GET A NEW ONE.. troubleshoot your system using the flowcharts at my website. Do some basic troubleshooting & post …

H cdt1983, Somebody probably plugged/unplugged the keyboaard/mouse while the computer was on. :( :( Here's the link [URL=http://www.realpeoplepc.com/_sgg/m1m1sd_1.htm]http://www.realpeoplepc.com/_sgg/m1m1sd_1.htm[/URL] Hope this helps RGPHNX

Hi Melon Miel, might have bad news for you.. it's probably either .. > monitor suriously out of "alignment"..get tech to check it ....OR > if lines re-appear when the monitor is on for a long time.. it's probably failing. :( Hope this helps RGPHNX

Hi icemonkey, Bad news.. I can't be totally sure .. but from what you describe.. it's probably "toast". Have a qualified tech check it out first. Most monitor repairs are done at TV repair shops these days. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE CASE & DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR …

Hi crossh, First, check your bios settings for "startup" settings or something similar. Make sure the computer is being told to look for you CD when it starts up. The CD settings should be "enabled" or "on". If that doesn't solve the problem..then.. You have to get the win 2000 …

Hi , If you still have RAM questions.. check out the "Memory" section at my website for how to upgrade your memory. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX

Hi guymof, Nope........... a 8X card will not work in a 4X slot. sorry.. You run the rick of burning out the slot.. your card..or both. RGPHNX

Hi PatchesOK, lightning strike..eeeeeeeeewwwwwwwwww.. bad news :sad: :sad: :sad: Hard to tell from your description whats "burnt" ..etc. could be just about anything. You can troubleshoot your computer step by step with the flowcharts at my website...just start at the beginning chart..assume NOTHING.. & go step by step. Post back …

Hi compu_wiz, Intel CPUs have the processor speed "locked down"(ie. pre-set) you can't change them. You can change the FSB speed.. and that seems to be the problem your having.. at least from your description. Check INtels website for more info on the FSB settings. RGPHNX

Hi tcepser, do what Saisonny said re:[QUOTE]PLease check power supply and or power supply switch. if Ok check mother board.[/QUOTE] If the problem is not solved.. then.. you can find complete troubleshooting directions at my website. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX

Hi belikemike, Since nobody answered the other part of your qusetion re:[QUOTE]Anyone ever try MEMTEST 86.[/QUOTE] Yup.. it's a pretty accurate & reliable program. There are others that give better (ie more thorough & better stats) testing though. RGPHNX

Hi joodee, you need to COMPLETELY UN-install the old card BEFORE you can install a new one. ...THEN...Using the default onboard (ie. motherboard video connection) video.. you can then re-install your new AGP video card. Hope this helps :) RGPHNX ps-post back & let us know the good news !

Hi rjeffers,, I'm afraid I have some possibly bad news :( About the only things that can cause the problem your describing is a bad controller inside the CD drivr OR a shorted out connection on the motherboard. If it's an old CD drive..it's probably the controller (ie. your drive …

Hi kaiking328, re: [QUOTE] would it effect my PC if its fan is not working? like it creates heat and burn down the mother board or profesor[/QUOTE] Yup,.. you need to get that fan working. iF IT'S NOT WORKING.. THEN THE POWER SUPPLY IS DYING. :( If the computer's still …

Hi themilstead, If Maxtors Maxblast program doesn't recognize the drive so you can BOTH format AND partition it. then.. CALL MAXTOR asap.. you most likely have a bad drive. :sad: The only other possibility I've encountered like this would be if there's a newer Maxblast program you need to use …