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the top of the screen got smushed directly over the t key, and now the t key doesn't work. the screen's okay except for an unsightly imprint of keys. i'm worried that i'll have to replace the entire keyboard. any way to fix this type of keypad? otherwise, is it …

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I have a Dell Inspiron 8600 laptop, and the CD/RW drive is no longer being recognized for some reason. When I look in the device manager, the tell-tale yellow exclamation point is displayed over the driver ID. I've removed the driver and re-booted to machine to see if it might …

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Hello, For some strange reason, my DVD/CD burner suddenly stopped burning or even recognizing CD-R's. It has no problem burning DVD's or CD-RW's - but it does not want to recognize CD-R's anymore. Where should I start in diagnosing this glitch? Has anyone ever heard of this happening before? Thanks, …

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Hi people, Specs Logitech z340 speakers Ok, i reformatted my pc yesterday. When i play music, the subbase unit sounds like its underwater, not thumping, but rather like its behind a wall. I have unistalled the c-media drivers for the sound, and installed over, also checked all the cables. Now …

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The problem is with my, HP PSC 1401 All In One. I recently replaced the ink cartridges. Now all it will do is print the test page. It will not print anything else it just wants to print the test page over and over. I have tried everything I can …

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I've got a samsung yp-u2jxb direct-insert usb mp3 player. The player works fine itself, the problem is has to do with the connection between it and my computer. I haven't been able to to add music to it for months because every time I insert it, it connects for about …

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Whenever I start using my mic (it's one of those ones that are headphones with the mic attached) it automatically sets the microphone itself to mute and I can't turn the mute off without plugging the mic and resetting it. The manual said to unselect AGC in the Advance Controls …

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I've recently relpaced a MOBO in an older laptop running Win 98SE. When i put it back together the keyboard doesnt seem to work properly. When i press A i get E. When i press S i get V. Whats going on here. Ive also noticed that the video doesnt …

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arggh can someone please help me im at my wits end. i bought my pc just over a month ago and it has been working fine up until yesterday when i bought a scanner home so tried to work out where to plug it in when my keyboard didnt work, …

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Hi all I have an optical mouse that connects to the 6 pin socket of the mobo. It lights up and when i right click the menu also appears. But the arrow pointer on the screen doesnot move on moving the mouse. I rebooted the pc and also tried swapping …

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Hello, One of my computers, which was purchased in late 2001, has a CD Writer. I would like to replace it with a DVD/CD burner? Can I just plug in the new DVD burner and install the drivers? Is it that simple? Or do I have to check first if …

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Is there any way that you can hook up multiple sets of computer speakers, including subwoofers, to some sort of receiver and then use a PC audio-in cord to connect it to your laptop? Also, can anyone provide me with a store or website that sells PC audio-in cords?

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I have a hp vectra qs/16s mb part number d1470-69002 When i turn the computer on it gives me a post code 352 {no keyboard present}. i connected the keyboard to my ibm 5170 and works fine.when connect to the vectra the lights for num lock,caps lock,and scroll lock dont …

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I'm curious on this one item, I just looked at an import (here in the USA) European magazine out now showing a mini USB (it appears) keyboard to use with Sony's PSP for the web surfing Wi-Fi feature. I love this Internet on the go tool, even though I bought …

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Hey, Im new to the forum, so please go easy on me - i got a computer off my brother some time ago i dont know much about the spec its Windows XP. The problem is the USB ports - when i put a USB memory stick or MMC card …

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The hour glass feintly goes on and off periodically on the screen.Otherwise it works fine.Optic Mouse hooked up to the usb port. I dont know why it happens, I just know it cant be right.I hope this is enough info. Thank You Dan

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I recently had to reformat my PC due to Trogens. Since then my keyboard is not right.The @ is on the " button and vice versa; my pound button has also gone and I have this # where # should be I have this \......Why? and how do I get …

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hai i am karthik. i am having very small doubt. for one of my usb devive, i am having .inf and .sys file. If i plug the device, then i can force manuall to take that files and works well. how can i create one installer to this automatic for …

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I cant seem to figure out what is wrong with the connection of my front panel mic jack. My motherboard manual says to connect it to the correct pins, and has a note that says: If your front panel cable is separated, please connect it to pin1 and pin3 or …

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:rolleyes: Hi Got a prob trying to connect my epson cx3200 printer to usb port keeps coming up usbprint sys on file needed can anyone help Andy

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Hello all, I've bought the converter of unicorn,but the driver CD is lost.Could someone help me?I need it very much.Thank you!

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This cable is being constantly moved about my desk, and i have nbo clue what it's for. Any knowledge out there?

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Hey guys I have a quick question for you. I have an external CD Burner that plugs into the USB port and usually when I first plug it in it does not work. I plug it in and unplug it about 5 or 6 times before my computer finally reads …

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My DVD Burner which came with the system installed writes whatever I put on the disc, whether it be .ISO's regular programs or things I need stored. It always get's to about 99% then it says an error occured, I've also tried using Nero, Roxio, and Slysoft's programs but they …

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Hi, And a Great Day to Ya! I'm having a problem with this scanner, when I scan something the print comes out, the paper is shaded light blue, this doesn't happen when I dowload from a WEB site, or a e-mail attachment. Does anyone have any ideas as to what …

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Hey, I haven't made much use of the usb ports within the past 2 weeks, but just recently I went to store some files on my flash drive, and the computer didn't pick it up. I tried hooking up both my digital camera and graphics tablet, didn't detect either of …

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I have an Okidata 320 turbo connected through the lpt1 port. When I try to print it does nothing. If I open the Printer queue it shows the job as printing, then deleting, then printing again. It also shows a job below it spooling. That job will then disappear off …

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First, if this is in the wrong forum, I apologize. I couldn't find one that exactly fit my problem, and this was the closest thing I could come up with. If this is not the correct place for this post, I would respectfully request that a mod move it where …

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Hello everyone! I am considering the purchase of an ultrasonic cleaner to try to experimentally rejuvenate clogged inkjet cartridges. I am hoping that the ultrasonic action will be able to break down the clogged, dried ink in the jets and disperse then into solution. Previously, I have had great success …

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ok im using a linksys wireless system to get internet on my computer the problem that keeps accuring is not that the internet wont work, but when i disconnect and reconnect the router the internet is fast and compedent, but if i leave it without being reconnected constantly then it …

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