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Try removing your VGA and plugging it back. Moving the PC around sometimes makes VGA to lose the contacts with the slot. P.S. You mean "PCI-E", right?

Bare in mind that 1 Gig sticks are slower than 2 of 512 MB of a same vendor/model, so if you're looking for a permanent memory expansion, I advice to go for 2x512 instead of 1 gig.

Your problem is with HD power cable. Poor contacts make unrecoverable error with windows and they shut down (with or without BSOD). You can disable the "automatic shutdown while booting" feature, but that would be useful only with /SOS boot comand ("msconfig" in the "run" menu item). I suggest that …

From what I remeber about W95, there isn't such possibility to set the whole drive to "read-only". My best guess is that the File Allocation Table is busted on your D drive and the system CAN'T read or write (Actually it can read first cluster of a file or folder). …

That story hurts deep. Looks like you have PSU problem there. If a harddrive won't spin-up. Or you may have plugged ide cable upside-down. That is, if you have one of those cheap ones that you CAN plug upside down. I suggest that you try basic steps: - try PSU-Mobo-cpu …

Best advice I can give you is visit ASUS web site ([URL="http://www.asus.com"]www.asus.com[/URL]) and sellect exact motherboard type. Also you can see what motherboard intel recommends. You don't have to be concerned about VGA. Only thing you have to make sure of is slot type. I thing you need PCI-E x16 …

Performance increase would be significant. Most stores offer memory replacment for a discount.

Tip: Find a SLI ready motherboard.

For the us to help you, you need to help us. I need to know these things: BIOS type (AMI, Aware, Phoenix...) or Motherboard vendor/model and sequence of beeps (like 1 long - 2 short beeps, or continuous beep, or repetitive short beep...) this is very important. Also, I have …

If I understood correctly, you have 6 loose wires hanging from a front panel and you have 3 connectors. And ever (colour)/white is one connector. Green/white is the power LED. If you reverse them, led will almost not work. (no harm done) Red/white could be reset button. There is no …

If you have a problem, maybe someone else has that same problem, so if you have a question to ask, I suggest you post new thread in adequate forum, so other ppl with same or similar problem can be helped.

You should do this: 1. install windows 2. install service pack 2 (you didn't specify if the Corp. XP is SP1, SP2 or original non-SP) 3. install drivers (start with 1. chipset/IDE controller, 2. Video Driver. the rest is up to you) * 4. update windows via microsoft update 5. …

I have a question: I recived (10) reputation points (a mistake, I'm sure) What are they for?

Sense when is daniweb non-profit organization? I'm not seeing any ads whatsoever. Not that I'm complainin'........

Interesting article (copy/paste) [quote] DefectiveByDesign.org has declared Tuesday October 3rd a "Day Against DRM". With more than 10,000 technologists having joined the campaign, and pledged to take direct action to stop DRM, and with more than 200 "actions" planned across the globe on October 3rd, we aim to raise the …

I think ppl should read this post. Short story: I was installing and reinstalling windows, troubleshooting some hardware incompatibility issues that I'm experiencing. I wanted to preserve my AV software as it is now, so I wouldn't have to download upgrades (~10 MB) via modem again. I've opened registry editor …

I can say (PC over Hi-Fi user too, I might ad) that your choice would be anything that is USB. Why? Because it needs to be as far away from the PC casing as possible. I'm not sure about your config. but I can hear EVERYTHING that is going on …

If I remeber correctly, there should be a folder called "dictionary" or something similar in the office\word path. Also, there are dictionaries or grammar check options where you can specify .... something... regardig of what the ms word will use. Just from the top of my mind. Also have in …

For the Mobo installation, check if you have connected "on/off" switch correctly. Some older systems switch on and of directly from PSU, while today's systems switch is connected to the motherboard. It usualy means shorting 2 pins. For troubleshooting the newborn custom made machine, the prudent thing to do is …

If you're making you own PC, it is a matter of luck. Only advice I can tell you is consult your motherboard manual for the memory choice. Don't make my mistake and let salesman convince you to buy something else.

My IE7 is really getting on my nerves. Every time I connect to the internet it stalls. Up to 10s. Really frustrating. Not really asking questions or seeking help. Just blowing off steam.

Hi ppl. When it comes to stripping down ya' hardware and getting it back together in 10 min or less, I'm your guy. Also counts for intentionally crushing OS and rebuilding it. But when it comes to networking I usually say:"Net..what?" I have 2 Q's: 1. I have 2 PC …

Try clearing the CMOS. Maybe the BIOS set the memory timings wrong. That would make sense with Ballistix. It is a quality memory, but not recognized by most BIOS-es. You might need to set it manually.

Microsoft says: [quote] Troubleshooting "Stop 0x00000077" or "KERNEL_STACK_INPAGE_ERROR" This issue can occur if a requested page of kernel data could not be read from the paging file into memory, or the master boot record is infected with a virus. To further determine the possible cause, you must properly interpret the …

Dispel, read this: [URL]http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=329284[/URL]

[quote=Craig Srebnik;273002] Windows cannot not read from this disk. The disk might be corrupted, or it could be using a format that is not compatible with Windows.[/quote] Don't confuse custom-burned data DVD's with movie DVD's. If you can't play [U]movie DVD's[/U] then it is a missing CODEC or ASPI layer. …

Hi Mike. The gaming PC one of the priciest PC's you can buy. All I can tell you is how much I paid for my machine: Mobo (ASUS A8N Sli) - $150 CPU (AMD Athlon64 +3700) - $300 Graphic Card (PCI-E GeForce 7800 GT with 512 MB ram) - $500 …

Here's my layout: BLINE_OUT_L . . Line out_L (empty one) . NC BLINE_OUT_R . . Line out_R +5VA . . MICPWR AGND . . MIC2 (The dots represent the pins) This is supposed to be standard. My very descriptive mobo manual says (quote): [B]Front panel audio connector (10 - 1 …

Bios Version 1006.003 ... that is BETA version! I suggest you flash your BIOS with non-beta version. (without .00x) 1006 is the latest non-beta: [URL]http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/sock478/p4p800s-se/P4p8sse6.zip[/URL] If you feel lucky, latest one is 1007.005 (beta): [URL]http://dlsvr01.asus.com/pub/ASUS/mb/sock478/p4p800s-se/1007-005.zip[/URL] Also if you want to learn about beep codes check this out: [URL]http://www.pcmech.com/show/troubleshoot/14/1/[/URL]

You guys might want to look here: [URL]http://www.partition-recovery.com/[/URL] There are some essentials that are freeware like boot floppy image with some tools.

Here's a Q. I had an awkward experience couple of days back. I PM-d Dani asking her to delete a certain thread that I started (hope you're reading this, Dani). She replied me saying that she forwarded it to happygeek, for he is the one to talk to, because the …

Think of it as a van with a lot of accessories.

You didn't specify the PSU power. Might just be the lack of it. Try running things without 80 G drive to reduce the load on PSU.

400 W seems bit low. My suggestion would be get 500 W minimum.

If I were you, I would switch to windows + Nero showtime. It is simple and, in general made for watching TV, pics, vids and movies on a TV and not on monitor. Only flaw with showtime is lack of support for sat cards.

[quote=fmwaltonp;267687]Ironically several more were downloaded as I upgraded my Ad-aware Spy protecton and the AVG Virus protection.[/quote] True. Some "anti-spyware" software actually infects you PC and reports that it found spyware. It reports the locations of where it is in reg. and on HD but you have to remove it …

Could be dying mobo, or just CPU overheating. With old PC's it could be just about anything. Goot thing would be if you can provoke such event. That would give you a testing method for troubleshooting.

The dying battery?

You should enter the BIOS (press Del when booting) and disable the boot screen logo. Also disable the quick POST. That will make your PC to do more checks on POST and you will see some progress instead of the logo. Post here any new info you collect.

You would have to be more specific: What do you notice when you try to turn it on? (as opposed to when it's off, like HD spins, fans spins, beeps, led lights, video feedback...) If it is COMPLETELY dead you should try it with another power supply unit.

Hi. From what you described, I would say thet the power isn't getting through. Make sure that all of the power supply chords are plugged in all the way. You say thet you PSU has a shorting protection. I'm sceptic if it would protect your bit from frying. Might just …

It is obvious that the problem is with memory timings. I have found a formula to set the timings completly, and not just first 4. Here it goes: (this goes only if your BIOS have these settings for the memory) First 5 settings the ones that are usualy on the …

Did you try any registry fixing software? Like norton utilities or registry mechanic? Those will fix, clean and defragmet the registry.

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You need to check the CPU fan to see if it is running. that is in case you have the fan. Also check if the heat-sink is properly fitted. It has to be tight on the CPU + very thin layer of thermal paste must be on it. BTW, For …

AMD is cheaper and gives better gaming performance. Intel is has better overheating protection. With proper cooling solution you don't need to worry about the temp's.

AMD Athlon64 +3800 is dual core. Full name is AMD Athlon64 X2 +3800. (socket 939)

You missed the forum, dude. Anyway, looks like a memory thing. Maybe the BIOS settings are wrong. I had my memory setings wrong and I had similar errors (random numbers and not triggered by the same application every time). Or is it just a Warcraft bug. You should look for …

I'm updating my BitDefender regularly. Number of signatures went up to ~530000. After last update it's [B]338694!!!!!!![/B] I think there are alot of pacifists at BD's home.