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    Help me with memory compatibility issue please

    The machine I want to upgrade is as follows: it's a T1115 1.0GHz with winXP The book says; SyncDIMM sockets up to 512MB (2x256) 168-pin 3.3 V DIMMs with gold-plated contacts 100/100 MHz Non-ECC unbuffered SDRAM 256MB 32x64 I am trying to add the following ram: Samsung PC133 memory...
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    Forcing Icon View via desktop.ini

    I already have a custom desktop.ini file in a folder, and it correctly sets the background of that folder to be a tiled bmp. I also want the folder to open up in icon view. Is there line I can insert for this? Thanks
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    Win2k problem

    Solution is to ctrl-alt-del and log off then log back in , often the next attempt goes in just fine, but sometimes it takes more than one try. Also end task explorer.exe and start it again also pushes thru to the desktop. Machine has no spyware on it, no virus, msconfig used to clean startup...
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    How to install terminal server access to WinXP home edition?

    Thanks for any help with this. I think it is possible but i don't know how. I'd basicaly like to use Remote Desktop Client (or mstsc) to access a winxp home machine.
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    Force NumLock from boot-on

    Looking for some kind of reg hack to turn on numlock from boot.
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    Icon view sticking to specific folders after joining domain

    Everything works as intended before I join the pc to the domain. I have 2 folders on the desktop that I want to open in Icon view. The rest of the machine should be in list view for default folder view. this works fine. New user logs into the machine, everything is fine. Later , I join the pc...
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    Looking for small windows app to auto-fill a reg key and import it.

    I have a reg key(previously exported from another machine, that I manually open, change 4 numbers in it (always same # of digits) then save it, then import into registry. Is there a small little app or can someone write one (would be much appreciated) that can simply look for one file named...
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    Changing windows folder background

    I am not sure how to do it, but i was under the impression that you can set a background image for a folder and then fill it with icons (in a way re-creating a window that would resemble a desktop. Can anyone tell me how to do this? Thanks!
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    New system advice (crunching mpeg)

    My main goal for this new system is to cut down the time it takes for backing up my movies and for processing video from my DVR... (ignore if you want to) Not copying store movies, i have a big collection and my younger siblings tend to scratch every movie rated under pg-13, so my goal is to...
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    File security in Windows XP?

    I am running a windows home network. All of my files shared are viewable to anyone on my network, is therre a way to password protect them? or Log user access? Thanks
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    Odd Microsoft Word glitch

    Last night, the gf was typing and she calls me in and says "my caps lock is stuck on" So I sit down. Caps lock button was working fine (keyboard light was responding). Plus... it seemed like an odd font situation. Basically every letter typed was CAPITAL but when caps lock was on or shift...
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    Sorting a DVD list in Excel that spans multiple columns?

    Lets say you are making a spreadsheet of your dvd collection for printing purposes and you want 5 movies across on the page, so you make your list of column A row 1 - 40 and then you start again in B 1 - 40 etc. Is there a way to sort this? I don't do this cause I think its a mess, but my boss...
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    Changing Ctrl-Alt-Del sequence to somethinge else

    I am working on a roll-out project of 100+ pcs with 2 images on them. Win xp Hosting Virtual PC. The biggest problem I think will be that the users will accidentally press ctrl-alt-del instead of the host version of it for the virtual pc image. I would like to take the host pc, and make...
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    Help writing batch file (long folder names problem)

    Writing a batch file to copy *.lnk to c:\documents and settings\All Users\Desktop but syntax is not correct I figured out that "copy *.lnk c:\documents~1" works but i am having trouble continuing the syntax of the correct path, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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    Help putting Win2k on Dell Dimension 8100

    Has anyone run into this? I have a phantom device And i don't know what it is. I have gone through all of the dell drivers that i could download, and every device/chipset feature has been installed. Any suggestions as to what I can do to figure out what this unknown device is?
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    Using a Linksys Wireless G Game adapter for a ReplayTV

    The device sounds like a great idea, wireless net access for devices less smart or less equipt for expansion than a pc. I want to use this to bridge my replay onto my wireless network. All the reviews online seem to say that this product is horrible, but its not the first wireless product, is...
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    Added 512mb of PC133 ram to ASUS p2bs mobo - it sees it as 2 x 128 's.

    As topic says... Not sure why but it only sees the 256mb sticks as 128 each.
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    If I don't activate XP can i uninstall and use the key on a different machine?

    I chose not to activate yet, since it seems it may be very slow, i'd rather not activate and then remove the OS within 30 days, i am guessing that win2k will run better. Thanks
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    In Search of funny video

    It's this hilarious video that i've lost. It's a few min long and its hilarious, anyone happen to have it? In short he breaks some stuff in his dorm room while narrating "this is what happens when you get drunk" and then he runs down his dormroom hallway covered in crisco or silver paint (i...
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    In search of cooling fan for 1.4 ghz celeron proc

    I'm not sure what "chipset" this is. I dont want to spend alot as the pc doesnt generate much heat but the current fan is making a racket.
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    Installing Audigy (XP did not detect it)

    After I finish installing all my core apps and drivers I plan to make a ghost image of this drive. Because of this I am hestitant to just start installing all types of patches and drivers to get xp to detect my soundcard (audigy platinum). I am not exactly sure I can find the original...
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    Preventitive Questions about Spyware

    I am rebuilding my other XP machine and I'd like to avoid spyware at all costs. I plan to install spybot search and destroy's immunization, is there anything else that I should do? Is SP2 better than SP1 at protecting against spyware? Can I use a different browser like firefox to avoid getting...
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    Asus P4T + P4 1.7 recycle OR build from scratch

    I had asked this before, but it was prior to Doom 3's release. I currently use my mac laptop for ALOT of my computing. The only thing I would use this pc for is gaming(but I don't really game alot, this primarily because I dont have a system that can play anything newer than Q3/HL) I would also...
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    Restoring windows xp media center - store bought pc

    Just the tower of the hp pavilion with windows media center on it survived a recent house fire. My buddy was given the pc. He wants to retain the legal license of windows media center on the pc. He nor I know much about windows media center. Is media center a complete version of the XP OS? or is...
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    Why do all virus removal procedures include turning off System Restore?

    I have 2 ideas... 1) So that the user does not restore the registry at a later date (by turning off system restore, xp creates a totally new restore point and forgets the older ones before or during virus infection? 2) Fear that some viruses will exploit the system restore feature and...
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    need some clarity on AMD's processor lineup

    AMD Athlon 64 3800 512mb L2 cache 3800+ AMD Athlong 64 3700 1mb L2 cache 3700+ It seems that AMD makes a 3400 in both 1mb and 512k L2 cache as well. Can anyone explain why they would do this? Are these different versions of the chips intended for different sockets? Why would their fastest...
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    512mb video cards - due out soon?

    I browsed over to newegg, and there are no 512mb video cards. What gives? So to run in ultra mode you need something that doesnt exist yet? Is now the wrong time to spend 400 - 500 on a video card for a brand new system? Any advice towards purchasing a 256mb video card would be welcome in...
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    Choosing the best ram - 2gb for AMD system

    After reading HardOverclock's guide to doom3 hardware, and since i am going to build a monster system soon and then not upgrade for a long time, I want to purchase the best I'm considering this Corsair Extreme 1gbx2 Low Latency Ram Is this overkill, It seems this ram has led's to tell you what...
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    Power supply question - Going Super quiet (top-o-line AMD)

    I'm gonna do an A64 system in an antec sonata case. I want to put a top line video card, most likely nvidia 256mb 6800 ultra. most likely 2 dvd drives (one burner) and 2 hds. Also a scsi card in the pci slots.... Is this 400W Nexus power supply enough? Or do i need to look for a 500W version...
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    Scsi vs Ide - new system.

    I was going to salvage my Fujitsu 10,000rpm drive (scsi) Now the opportunity has come to sell my pc but i would have to leave a hd in there, If i ditch the scsi hd (since i had onboard scsi) then i will nolonger have any scsi devices, thereby saving money since i won't have to purchase a scsi...
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    How do MS corporate keys work?

    I am trying to settle a dispute between myself and a co-worker of mine. He says, that the key that we use here to install windows xp is used by another or many other companies that have purchased a corporate version of windows xp. Is there any truth to this, I believe that every key is...
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    Dual Dvdr drives?

    I am configuring specs for my new system and I came across a dilema, i definately want two drives in my system that can read dvd's and atleast 1 taht can burn dvdrs. Instead of looking for a good dvd-rom drive that is black and fast for dvd to dvdr burning, would I benefit from having two...
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    Confused by upcoming BTX... wanted to build new system

    I was thinking of building the following specs for Doom3/HL2: Mobo: Asus P4C800-E Deluxe Processor: Intel P4- 3.4ghz Prescott Ram: Kingston DDR PC 3200 1GB Case: Antec Sonata Video Card: either X800XT or 6800 ultra HD: TBD but currently 10k scsi (20gb) + 120gb wd Before I consider this setup...
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    Is Wake on LAN capable of what I need?

    I am looking to build a new machine, one goal of my new machine is that it will turn itself off if not used for a certain amount of time. Ie: 30min. The problem with this is that I often remote into my home pc from work (using RealVNC). Will wake on LAn help me with my goal of having my pc...
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    temp system to run Doom3/HL2?

    My current machine is no match for Doom 3. p3-600mhz 512mb of ram. But I may have the following components at my disposal. P4 1.7ghz , Asus motherboard (not sure of model) re-usable parts in my current system: 10k rpm scsi 20gb drive 120gb wd 8mb cache ide drive sb audigy 1 card ethernet...
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    Windows XP pro on thinkpad - fast user switching BSOD?

    ran all ms updates, not sure why but when i fast user switch, the machine blue screens.
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    Help recovering formatted data

    long story short mom restored windows xp back onto her laptop after formatting the drive. I am using R-studio that i own and have not had very good luck, can't seem to find the documents and settings folders from before the format/reinstall. the user name folders dont exist that i am looking...
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    Need logging tool

    I work full time so I am not at my pc all day, but it does weird things. for example i have things running and now they aren't running. Did my pc reboot on it's own? is someone manipulating it? My aim connection has been online for 7hrs, why hasn't it been 3 days? is something rebooting my...
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    How important is HD buffer size on an external fw drive

    What types of use of an external hd (200gb) firewire drive made by lacie would allow me to benefit and in what way from an 8mb buffer vs a 2mb buffer. Would I see realworld performance difference? Thanks