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    Consistent BSODS and event errors...please help!

    Hi all, It's been a long time since I've used this site. It's nice to be back... I am running a Dell Dinosaur Dimension 4600....2.66 GHZ, 4 GB RAM, 350W Power supply, 200 GB Maxtor HD (bought about 4 years ago and used for the first time 5 days ago), 120GB WD and 2 opticals. I recently...
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    Can I use this voltage converter for my DDTS-100?

    I have a Creative DDTS-100 audio decoder that I got from Singapore. The specs on the AC adapter for this device say: INPUT: 230V ~ 50Hz 100mA OUTPUT: 16V ~ 600ma I went to RadioShack and bought a voltage converter was has the specs: INPUT: 11/120VAC, 260mA, 60Hz OUTPUT...
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    Help - Virus attack?

    I was surfing the web thru Firefox and then all of a sudden, I get a window that pops up in the bottom right corner saying that I have some sort of malware/virus attack. It fooled me because it had the Windows security shield in the window so for one instance, I thought it was legit but then it...
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    Spare laptop with a broken LCD....

    This is the laptop. The LCD is busted so I use it by connecting it to a 15" DELL LCD. I have a desktop that I use for everything else. This laptop is just collecting dust right now. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated - thanks =)
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    New 750GB harddrive...

    Should I try copying some big files to make sure it's running okay or is it not necessary? Should I run some utilities (CHKDSK shows that it's healthy). It is a LaCie 750GB external. Thank you.
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    CD-ROM DEAD?

    At first, for 2 days, the CD drive (d:) would have a red question mark beside it in My Computer. I would always get the "secondary drive not found 0" error. Today, the D: shows up fine in My Computer but when I put in a CD, the CD image next to the mouse cursor blinks repeatedly but nothing...
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    19" GM-19WLD Widescreen LCD $119.95 AR

    i searched the forum first for GM-19WLD but nothing came up....so, this is my first hot deals post...sorry if it's not that hot. link please let me know if i did something wrong. thanks.
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    Printer only prints 1/3 of page...

    Hi, My printer is a HP Deskjet 810c. I'm running XP Home SP 2. Even before The document actually starts printer, I get the "Document failed to print" bubble. I've tried everything, including uninstalling/reinstalling new drivers, adding a new printer, following this advice...
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    Printer only prints 1/3 of page...

    Hi, Even before The document actually starts printer, I get the "Document failed to print" bubble. I've tried everything, including uninstalling/reinstalling new drivers, adding a new printer, following this advice: http://members.shaw.ca/bsanders/CleanPrinterDrivers.htm Could it be...
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    ATI x800xt problems...

    Hello all, The other day, I decided to update my drivers. So, I accidentally installed the new set of Catalyst drivers (7.1) without uninstalling the old ones. Then, I realized what I had done so I tried to do an uninstall (with driver cleaner). However, when I went to boot in safe mode, the...
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    How do I remap the scroll button...

    With my old Dell mouse, I used the scroll button in Firefox as a "new-tab" or a "close-tab". But I can't seem to remap the same way on my G7! Any help would be appreciated - thanks.
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    Computer freezes...

    This has been happening ever since I've started using my new G7 mouse (wireless). The computer will start up and then the monitor gets scrambled. Is it because I have used the max power from my PSU? I have a Dell Dimension 4600 running on the stock PSU with an ati x800 platinum edition...
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    Flash sites

    Hi, I don't get sound when I visit flash sites. Media Player sites are fine though. Any thoughts? I've checked the Shockwave forum and it seems this is an old problem that hasn't been resolved. Any help would be appreciated - thanks.
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    ISP - Good deal?

    Hi guys, Just wondering if anybody could offer some comments on this deal: http://www.comcastoffers.com/3/?_ck=1&cid=53069 Is it legit? I've heard of some people having problems here: http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,14780227?hilite=broadbandoffers Any comments would be...
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    How to pick ISP

    I'm moving to the Jamaica Plain area in Boston, MA. How do I go about finding what's available (deals, rebates, etc...)? Thanks.
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    no sound when playing shockwave movies

    Sound works when I play other files off of my computer. Sound works also when I'm playing Media Player content off of the web. However, when I go into control panel and try to play Windows sounds, the play key is grayed out. I haven't installed/uninstalled anything recently except for...
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    help!! windows won't boot with new drive

    Hello, Here is what I had before: WD 80 with OS on it WD 120 with stuff on it I wanted to install a brand new Maxtor 200 GB. I took out the 120, and put in the 200. Then I ran the Maxblast program. It copied all the files from the 80 onto the 200 just fine. I did all that it asked me...
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    help!! windows won't boot with new drive

    Hello, Here is what I had before: WD 80 with OS on it WD 120 with stuff on it I wanted to install a brand new Maxtor 200 GB. I took out the 120, and put in the 200. Then I ran the Maxblast program. It copied all the files from the 80 onto the 200 just fine. I did all that it asked me...
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    swapping a new hard drive - please help!

    hi all, Here is what I currently have: 4600 Dell Dimension with a stock 80GB (WD), 120GB (WD), 2.4 GHZ, 1GB RAM, 2 opticals, x800. Windows XP is on the 80. I have a brand new 200GB (Maxtor) that i would like to use with the 120GB, instead of the 80GB (Can I use 3 drives?) Then, I would...
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    swapping a new hard drive - please help!

    hi all, Here is what I currently have: 4600 Dell Dimension with a stock 80GB (WD), 120GB (WD), 2.4 GHZ, 1GB RAM, 2 opticals, x800. Windows XP is on the 80. I have a brand new 200GB (Maxtor) that i would like to use with the 120GB, instead of the 80GB (Can I use 3 drives?) Then, I would...
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    does the amount of power affect video performance?

    I have a Dell 4600 2.66 ghz, stock psu with 2 opticals, 2 HDs, x800xt plat, audigy, and USB devices. The reason why I'm asking is because I'm getting poor performance in Quake 4 on high settings. The screen locks up for about 5 seconds whenever the graphics get very detailed. Thanks.
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    random lock-ups?

    Hi all, I'm getting random lock-ups after my computer awakes from standby mode. It will awaken and then after about 5 secs, the cursor freezes and I have to power off. I am running a Dell 4600, stock PSU (350 I think) with 2 HD's, 2 opticals, x800 XT PE, audigy 2zs, and lots of USBs. I...
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    memory question

    hey all, i would like to jump on this deal: http://www.monarchcomputer.com/Merchant...uct_Code=140263&Category_Code=DDR2-PDP but the thing is, i have a dell 4600 (2.66 ghz, 533 fsb, 2 opticals, 2 hds, ati x800 PE) with already 1 gig of RAM (512x2). my question is: how do i find out all...
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    half life 2 load up times extremely long?

    hey all, do any of you get extremely long load up times for half life 2? i'm talking about every step. 1. the screen where it says loading in the bottom right (blurred out background) 2. when you try to load a saved game i'm running a dell 4600, 2.66 ghz, 1 gig RAM, 2 HD's (both WD...
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    Why am I getting super low 3dmark03 scores?

    i just replaced my geforce 5200 which was getting 588. now, i'm only getting 5844. i ran driverclean in safe mode to remove my old nvidia drivers and am using ati 5.8 catalyst drivers. what could be wrong? any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    want to boot up in safe mode but can't!

    hello all, this morning, i wanted to install my new x800xt PE. i followed the advice given here on the forums but when i tried to restart in safe mode so i can run driverclean, the system would freeze on the screen where it lists the drivers. it would get to file agp440.sys and the computer...
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    PSU question

    will underpowering a computer possibly damage components? reason why i'm asking: i'm about to install an x800xt PE into my dell 4600. its got 2 HDs and two optical drives and an audigy 2, all running on the stock PSU. people on the forums here say that the PSU is rated at 300W. anyhow, i...
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    CRC error

    Is it possible that even though you get the "DVD burned successfully" message, the burn could have been bad? The reason why I'm asking is because I'm getting CRC errors with my ridata DVDs (ricojpn). Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
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    good money-managing program?

    hello all, just wondering if any of you could recommend a good money managing program - i want to use it to keep careful track of my balances, etc. there are lots out there and i want to get started on a good one... thanks.
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    Directenergy

    just wondering if anybody has heard of this and if its worth it? they fix the gas rate at 39/cubic meter for 5 years. average right now is 33/cubic meter.
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    hot deals in canada?

    just wondering if anybody knows at hot deal sites in canada? i've seen places like redflagdeals and princenetwork but i haven't come across any sites that are as comprehensive as anandtech or slickdeals or fatwallet. thanks.
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    dell memory upgrade

    hey all, i tried posting in tech issues but i got no responses. so i'll try here... i have a dell dimension 4600 - 2.66 ghz and i just replaced my ram with two sticks of dell 512 ram (pc3200). problem is, my computer only shows 333 in the bios. before the upgrade, i was running two...
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    dell memory upgrade

    hey all, i have a dell dimension 4600 - 2.66 ghz and i just replaced my ram with two sticks of dell 512 ram (pc3200). problem is, my computer only shows 333 in the bios. before the upgrade, i was running two sticks of 512 kingston (pc2700) and before that, the factory installed ram...
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    registry cleaner question

    hey all, is it a good idea to let the reg cleaner, like regscrubxp, just fix all the problems after its done a search? i mean just select fix all and let it do its work or are there risks in screwing up your registry by doing that? thanks.
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    uninstall problem

    hey all, i just tried to uninstall need for speed underground but whenever i click on the on uninstall file, nothing happens. i get an hourglass and then nothing. same thing with add/remove - i click on remove and nothing happens. and when i put the cd in, i get "microsoft has encountered an...
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    firefox question

    hey all, i'm just wondering if there is any way to save a video that is embedded within the page - like: http://www.extremefunnypictures.com/funnypic998.htm first time posting here - dunno if its the right place for this question or OT? thanks.
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    changing vid cards...

    hey all, i'm about to upgrade my geforce 5200 to a x800xt PE. what are teh steps that i should take? should i uninstall the old drivers first and then unplug the old card? unplug old card and install new card and then uninstall old drivers? thanks...
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    what is thermal printing?

    i see this when buying cd-rs? and with inkjet, are there printers where you can put the cd in or something? or do they just come with labels that you print and then stick on?
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    ipod battery question

    hey all, i have a mini ipod and am just wondering if it is bad to recharge the battery when it hasn't been fully used up? i remember ppl always said that with rechargeables, you should always use it up, then recharge? thanks.
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    vid card upgrade question

    hello all, will i be able to upgrade to the x800xt with my stock power supply (250W - from the owner's manual). is it completely necessary to switch to a higher wattage? if so, i have a brand new superflower 550W - does anybody have any bad experiences they would like to share about this...