Recent content by nchavie

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    cant #@$$@# install windows xp to save my life

    Have you tried a different optical drive?
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    Forgot admin password. How to get in?

    All you need to do is download, burn, and boot from this program and you can remove any password on the system. http://home.eunet.no/~pnordahl/ntpasswd/ I've done this many many times with Windows 2000 and Windows XP Home/Pro. This is a must have tool for any Windows user.
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    Packing a computer for airline travel

    I have shipped my computer back and forth from Arizona to Alaska many times. This is what I do. I remove the hard drives and hand carry them. Make sure everything in the case is screwed down properly. For the box I use the shipping box that my case came in. It has an exact styrofoam cut out...
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    How to migrate my C-Drive (Active/Windows) from an old HDD to a new HDD

    My recommendation would be to back up important data (music, pictures, saved games, emails etc etc) on to DVDs or spare hard drive space and then do a fresh install of Windows on your new hard drive. It will be easier and cheaper to do it this way rather than what you have posted. That being...
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    BFG 6800GS OC & RivaTuner help

    I'm not sure what to tell you. I have a 6800GT and the same PSU. When I use RivaTuner to turn down the fan speed the PSU stays the same. Are you sure the noise is coming from the PSU?
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    Problem with windows help center

    I would try putting in the WinXP disc and doing the sfc /scannow first. If that doesn't work you can try this: If you get an error Windows cannot find HELPCTR.EXE, it may be that a registry entry has gotten corrupted. 1. Start Regedit 2. Go to...
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    how to build multi dvd copier/replicator

    Its generally just cheaper and easier to buy one. http://www.produplicator.com/cddu.html?gclid=CMuR2ZKSgYkCFSh7YAodt0dzPQ
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    x1950xt or e6400

    e6300 and a x1950xt
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    No Bootup

    http://www.worldwide-training.com/articles/article23.htm This is a good site to learn about diagnosing power supplies. Do you have a multi-meter? It is a most helpful tool. 1. Never had to RMA anything before. 2. Its known to happen. Especially when the computer isn't turned off...
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    System Boot Failure

    I'm not too familiar with the forum rules but I would imagine that you are not supposed to be posting about XP iso's that you've downloaded. Regardless, my first instinct tells me the iso file is at fault or your burn didn't go over very well. I suggest acquiring a legitimet copy of windows...
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    System won't boot/post. What might be wrong?

    Well, my first inclination would be hard-drive and/or RAM. You say you tried it with Known good RAM. Did you try running memtest86 on the RAM? How old is the hard drive?
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    Computer wont boot

    Sounds like the motherboard is shorting out. Did you remeber to put in the copper standoffs? Or those little red disks between the case and bottome of the motherboard (they go around the screw so the mother board isn't actually touching the case). EDIT: Sorry I just read that you tried the...
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    How can I start my PC without using the case pwr button

    Did you try putting the old card back in?
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    How can I start my PC without using the case pwr button

    hmmm if you did the screwdriver trick as I said then it should have started (make sure your touching both pins at the same time). Makes me think the power supply is not giving out power. For the multi meter use this link: http://www.worldwide-training.com/articles/article23.htm Or if you...
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    How can I start my PC without using the case pwr button

    You can start the computer by taking a flat head screwdriver and toucing the tip to the two power switch pins on the motherboard. The metal screwdriver completes the circuit. Also, make sure there is nothing that might be causing a short on the motherboard (i.e. a spare screw that is laying...