Archive for September, 2009
I need HELP with XP setup Error page?
By admin at 30 September, 2009, 9:33 pm
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I just built a new computer and after starting it up it gives me an error when i try to install XP.I boot to disk and hit enter to install XP i hit f8 to agree and then it tells me to select [...]
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Loading ...Microsoft Security Essentials: “Reruns” Aren’t Just for TV Anymore
By mike_plante at 29 September, 2009, 5:56 am
Bad reruns used to be limited to summer TV programming. With Microsoft Security Essentials, bad reruns have now come to consumer security. But instead of just being boring and unoriginal, this rerun leaves consumers dangerously under-protected.
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Computer Won’t Start
By ComputerRepair.com | Computer Repair Help and Information at 28 September, 2009, 12:16 pm
You press the power button on your computer and nothing happens. Few computer problems are more frustrating than when your computer won’t boot. There are many reasons why a computer won’t turn on and often very few clues about what might be the problem.
The only symptom is usually the simple fact that “nothing works” which isn’t much to go on. Add to this the fact that whatever is wrong could be an expensive part of your PC to replace – like the motherboard or CPU. Try to be calm, there is a good chance its a simple problem you can figure out.
1. Does the computer show any signs of power?
Are fans running, lights on? In the case of there are no signs, it may be a faulty power supply. Here are a few things to try. Unplug the power cord to the PC, wait approx 10 mins and plug back in. Does the computer power on now? If so, it may have been a power surge that the PC experienced. You may want to invest in an Uninterruptible Power Supply unit.
2. Is your computer turning off by itself immediately or at some point before the operating system loads?
If so, you may be facing anything from an electrical short to a serious hardware issue. Open the computer case and inspect the wiring. Make sure none are chafing or exposed to direct contact with metal. Some times connectors can become unseated. Inspect and reseat all connections. Just because the unit powered on then off does not mean the power supply is good, it still maybe faulty.
3. Does the computer beep shortly after powering on?
If you’re lucky to get beeps, you can use those to determine the cause. The most frequent problems are memory or videocard issues. A list of codes and their meaning can be obtained from the chart listed on this page http://www.computerhope.com/beep.htm
4. PC powers on but does it display some codes and not boot operating system?
These codes are called POST (Power On Self Test) codes. They are usually specific to the manufacturer. It’s best to call the manufacturer support at this point. Although sometimes the codes can point you in the right direction. In the case of a “No hard drive connected” error, you can try reseating the connectors on the hard drive and test again.
5. Computer turns on but is there an error message prevents the operating system from loading completely?
If your computer begins to load Windows but then stops booting and displays an error message, your best bet is to contact the manufacturer’s support or troubleshoot the problem based on the specific error message. You may have to use a restore disk in this case.
Hopefully you are still calm after reading these resolutions. Let us know if you have other problems by leaving a comment below.
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Is This Resume Alright? Format Is Messed Up But Let Me Know Wassup?
By admin at 27 September, 2009, 6:02 am
I was recommended by my manager to take his position as manager…and i barely been working for about 5 months at my first job at sears….so my resume will be short ya know? so tell me if this would pass because its a pretty big raise and im not sure anybody else has applied yet…but [...]
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...A handful of questions?
By admin at 24 September, 2009, 5:56 pm
I read on-line that were your computer to randomly lose power whilst writing to a HDD that it would create a ’skip’ on HDD. Now say this were to happen a couple hundred times.
1)Could this potentially physically damage the drive to the point of crashing?
I disconnected my HD enclosure to wipe and reinstall Windows on [...]
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...hi, I have a Toshiba Satellite p25 with a malfunctioning DVD drive. How can I re-install OS without the DVD?
By admin at 15 September, 2009, 12:20 am
The drive is dead and the computer needs to be cleaned very badly, but since the drivers for the DVD/CD are installed first and then the OS, I can’t really hook up an external drive. Please help, as the Toshiba CS is the worst I’ve ever dealt with. The computer is great other than that, [...]
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Business and Finance Graduate Looking For A Job?
By admin at 13 September, 2009, 1:59 am
I have had a difficult time trying to break into the Finance arena. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Finance from Binghamton University (Top NY State School). I graduated in December 2004 (3.0 GPA).
I have managed my personal and my family’s portfolios since I was 14. I have invested in Stocks/Stock Options/Mutual [...]
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Color Setting Must Support ClearType
By pooja at 13 September, 2009, 1:17 am
To change the color quality:
- Click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display.· On the Settings tab, in the Color quality list, click a different color setting.
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...How to Customize ClearType
By pooja at 13 September, 2009, 1:16 am
http://www.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/cleartypeactivate.htm back to the top
Display Appears Blurry
ClearType is designed to enhance LCD displays. ClearType may appear slightly blurry on standard desktop monitors and on some LCD displays. You may be able to improve this by customizing ClearType as described in the “How to Customize ClearType” section of this article.
In rare cases, perceived blurriness is caused by a manufacturing anomaly on LCD displays in which the normal striping of red-green-blue is reversed with blue-green-red.
Currently, there is no support in Windows XP ClearType to compensate for this anomaly. This could be the problem in cases in which none of the ClearType contrast settings look good on a particular LCD display. In those cases, it may be best to turn off ClearType.
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Use ClearType to Enhance Screen Fonts in Windows XP
By pooja at 13 September, 2009, 1:11 am
- Click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display.
- On the Appearance tab, click Effects.
- Click to select the Use the following method to smooth edges of screen fonts check box, and then click ClearType in the list.
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