When adding RAM sticks do they need to be the same type (DDR2) and timing as...
I need to add 4GB of RAM to my PC for OS change to WIN 7. Must the new sticks be the same type (DDR2 or DDR3) as existing sticks and must the timing be the same?Tech Support Guy System Info Utility...
View Articlewhat to do with used computers.....
I have maybe 6 old junk computers stacked in my closet. They are within 10 yrs in age. I'd like to get rid of them. There are a couple of problems. One is that we have personal data on the hard drives....
View ArticlePrinter malfuntion
I have a HP laser jet P1102w that prints endless copies when printing from one log in user under Windows 7 Home edition. Works fine under the other user. This happens even if you select 1 copy. It just...
View ArticleUprade help needed for Emachine ET 1331G 03W
I currently have E-machine ET 1331G 03W. 300w PSU and integrated Nvidia GeForce 6150 SE, currently using AMD Athlon II 235e 2.70 GHz. was thinking of upgrading to a EVGA 550 TI. Only has PCI Express...
View ArticleHit a Brick WALL!
So here's the story: I purchased a new Mobo, CPU and Graphics Card to upgrade my somewhat outdated PC. I put in all the parts and was ready to go and turned it on, it went to POST (YAY! :up:), so then...
View ArticleAre laptops inherently less durable than desktops?
My first laptop died a loud and smokey death (on my lap :eek: ) , my second laptop still works but the power cord keeps breaking, and my third laptop was sent in to get a new power jack the other week,...
View ArticleLaptop Brands
Quick question for everyone! What do you people think of specific Laptop brands? I'm sort of down to either a Toshiba, Dell or Acer. The Acer is ~2/3rds the price of the Dell or Toshiba, but I...
View ArticleNo monitor display after installing new ram
Hello guys, as the title suggests my monitor will not display anything after attempting to install new ram onto my computer yesterday. I am using a ASUS P7P55 LX motherboard and previously had a 2x2...
View Articlehow do i boot from my external hard drive?
Hello, I own an Acer Aspire 5100 laptop with windows 7 installed. I have a problem where the hdd plugs in at. The hdd plugs into a connecter witch is part of the mother bored. The only way I can get it...
View ArticleProblems with Intel Drivers
Hi all. I have recently had it with Windows 8 and decided to drop back to Windows 7 Pro. I reinstalled the OS fine and everything seemed fine until I tried to install my Intel HD Graphics Drivers. I...
View ArticleSolved: Noisy Laptop
My Pavillion dv7 just starting running noisy. I think it must be the fans. Didn't always do this but now I can hear what I think are the fans running. Could it be dust inside the laptop and if so how...
View ArticleBluetooth keyboard and a Bluetooth mouse
I have a Dell Latitude E6410 laptop running W7 64 bit Pro, 8 Gig Memory. Would goning to a Bluetooth keyboard and a Bluetooth mouse create problems, or should I just stay with the wired connections?...
View ArticleSeeking new desktop pc to replace one with DEAD Mobo, better brand...
The last two pc's have died (dead mb's) in about two years, requiring replacements. (eMachine & Lenovo) Can someone please recommend a more durable pc brand that my office can purchase from Best...
View ArticleWindows 7 Freezes, have to hard reset, then wait 10 min until I can boot back up
System locks up, needs time before it can be restarted I have a newly built computer that locks up usually 10 to 15 min after booting usually I am browsing the internet then pages won't load then my...
View ArticleCPU compatibility double check
I have an Acer Aspire 3680-2633 and I have read the best choice would be a T5500?? Some have even gotten a T7XXX series to work but was hit and miss....can anyone of you hardware techs lend me some...
View Articlewill this cpu fan fit into my motherboard?
Will this huge cpu fan A30, fit my asus M5A99 evo R.2 motherboard? would like to be 100% sure before i buy it.. thank you :)
View Articlerandom beeps
My dell studio xps 9100 has started emitting random beeps while operating. It occurred without any new hardware being added. I did a system restore to weeks before the beeps happened and the beeps...
View ArticleAcer Veriton L410 cant boot windows 7 and screen keeps loosing signal from...
hi! found this site after a google search for computer help! so i recently bought 4 acer veriton L410 PC's as i want something small for a media PC and also a friend does. First of all after trying...
View ArticleSecondary HDD
I recently bought a second HDD to expand my storage. I want to maximize the performance of my machine so, I need some instruction. I want to use the secondary HDD to store library files and downloads....
View ArticleGraphics and CPU Question
I'm considering buying (tonight) a Dell XPS 8700 w/Windows 8.1. The specs say that it has an Intel i5-4440, which integrates HD 4600 graphics unit. The computer also comes with an Nvidia GeForce GT 635...
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