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    Fighting Vista on laptop

    Maybe I should have reworded my topic title! I'm not fighting Vista. I love Vista. It's a great OS. I simply asked if anyone recently had bought any brand of laptop (make and model and any price) that they have changed out to XP on. This was my *only* question. I can live with a "no"...
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    Fighting Vista on laptop

    Thayer Bird Software Ver. 3.5 http://www.thayerbirding.com/H...tabid/581/Default.aspx MS Outlook XP ver 2002
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    Fighting Vista on laptop

    I have 2 programs that the manufacturer states *will not* run under Vista. These 2 programs are part of the reason I bought a laptop in the first place. I don't want to have to spend the money or time to find replacements. Also, I have the original installation disks for XP meaning I could...
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    DownGrading To XP

    So, has anyone had 100% success in going back to XP on this computer. I'm thinking of returning mine, only because I have several programs that must run under XP. What to do?
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    Fighting Vista on laptop

    I got a great deal on a Compaq laptop at an early morning sale at Walmart last Saturday. A very basic laptop but my needs are very basic as well. I just don't need much power and wanted to get out as cheap as possible. My plan was to get it home, format the hd and install XP. First of all HP...
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    Does SATA hd need a fan??

    Well, this is what I thought also, but I see the forms filled with comments on SATA hd failures most attributing them to heat. IF the hd runs at 7200 rpm I wouldn't think it would matter which interface. Another factor would surely be the amount of components in the case and the cooling of...
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    Does SATA hd need a fan??

    I'm assuming you are referring to the fan on the rear of the case? thanks for the quick replys. I suspect most folks run no fans but I wonder if this shortens the life of the hd. I can't remember ever having an IDE drive die. maybe I'm just lucky. Seems like there are problems with a...
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    Does SATA hd need a fan??

    I need to replace my PATA IDE hd and could do perfectly well with another one as I don't really need any faster transfer. But might as well upgrade to state of the art SATA. Question is I read these drives run pretty warm. Do I have to run some type of fan on the drive?? I'm considering...
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    biostar TF 7025 video memory question

    Thanks, that makes sense. I had read the specs but did not understand the phrase "under OS by turbocache" as opposed to locking in 512mb somewhere in the hardware setup. I would like to force it into 512mb of dedicated video memory but there is probably no advantage to that. I'm still not...
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    biostar TF 7025 video memory question

    Anyone with a Biostar TF 7025-m2 know how to increase the onboard video's shared memory from 256mb to 512mb. I can't find anywhere in the bios a place to make an adjustment. thanks,
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    Please suggest stable mobo & components for non-game system

    I don't OC and have no need for high end graphics. I just put together a system using Biostar TF7025-M2, 2gb Crucial Ballistic ddr2 800, AMD X2 3800 and it runs perfect so far. I do no gaming but use for business apps and web surfing. This is my 2nd biostar, first was m7nmg. They both have...
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    internal HDD vs. external HDD

    http://www.fatwallet.com/t/18/761455/ Here is a sweet deal on an external Seagate. Jump on it!
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    What resolution will my onboard video support?

    --------------------------------------------------------------- <Gee ...just like my post said> I appreciate your suggestion but simply "listing all modes" was where I had started. The key was to first uncheck the command to assure all adapter card modes were listed as opposed to...
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    internal HDD vs. external HDD

    I've read good things about the Samsung Spinpoints but I really couldn't give you advice about it vs. other brands. Check the various forms and the reviews at Newegg. I had a 160g ide hd and a 80g ide in my computer. I didn't need that much space so I bought an enclosure and mounted the 80g...
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    internal HDD vs. external HDD

    Yes you can do it. Files will remain readable off of the second drive. For only 20 or 30 dollars more you can buy a great external enclosure for that second hd and make it portable. If security is any issue this might be the best route.
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    What resolution will my onboard video support?

    OK, I found the answer! There is a check box under the properties/settings/advanced/monitor that you can select to show only the resolutions of your selected monitor. Uncheck this, go to adapters, and then you can view all the resolutions the adapter card will support. After doing this I...
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    What resolution will my onboard video support?

    Yes, the Nvidia page mentions the 1920 X 1080i in regards to the TF 7050 but in the TV out mode not DVI or VGA. I'm surprised they do not list the simple resolutions supported. I had tried the List of all Modes in Windows XP but it does not list any of the common widescreen resolutions...
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    What resolution will my onboard video support?

    I just built a system using BiostarTF7025-M2 mb with onboard graphics. It uses the Nvidia GeForce 7025/NF630a chipset. I want to get a 22' or 24' widescreen but can't find info on what native resolutions the graphics will support. Any suggestions on how to determine?
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    Help me pick a widescreen monitor 20-22" ?

    I posted on this form a couple of days ago looking for info on the same Chimei and have got no responses. Newegg has ton of reviews on this monitor so would think someone on this forum has one! I'm interested in it and the Acer 2216 and I'm just trying to make sure one or both does NOT have...
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    Need Info on Acer 2216/Chimei 221D

    Nobody out there with one of these 2 monitors??
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    Need Info on Acer 2216/Chimei 221D

    I'm looking at these 22" monitors. If you have either could you tell me if the the black bezel is a flat matte black. I really don't care for the shiney bezels that reflects all the light. Also, I'm pretty sure neither of the monitors have the shiney screen like HP uses. Thanks for...
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    Sluggish Dual Core Performance

    Is the dualcore patches/hotfix on Win XP SP2 necessary if you are not gaming? Any improvement or necessity for general apps or web surfing?
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    Werner 13' telescoping ladder $59

    Size is 8" x 22" x 44". Got mine this morning and sign said $59 "everyday price". Quality looks great.
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    installing Nvidia drivers?

    Please help me understand proper driver installation. I'm building a Biostar system with onboard video. It uses the Nvidia 7050 pv/ nf 630a chipset. I've downloaded the individual drivers from Biostar and also the WHQL driver files from Nvidia. I'm assuming the WHQL file has all of the...
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    Free Driver Genius Professional 5.3

    The registration number for Bluesquad did not work for me. Am I missing something?
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    help on very basic system

    Yes, meant to specify I use AMD cpu's. Cost is not a big issue but just don't need a high-performance board. I'm looking for recommendations on specific cpu's and mb's that might meet my need.
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    help on very basic system

    Please bring me up to date. I haven't built a machine in 2 years and the names/choices are mind boggling. I do no gaming or OC'ing. Just internet, wp/spreadsheets,. manage digital photos, etc. Just need a reliable, stable mb. I would like to use my current Antec case/ps and my IDE hd's...
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    scanner for slides/photos?

    I need to scan 35mm slides and photos. Can anyone give me a suggestion on what scanner is best bang for the buck? Thanks,
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    Getting the right LCD????

    I would like to buy an LCD monitor but know very little about comparing them. Where can I find info on the specs for LCD's. Not the specific specs for a specific monitor, but what the different specs mean? I know CRT's but I hate to just go buy an LCD because it looks good on the shelf. I...
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    help with an HP

    My daughter bought a used HP which is about 2 years old. I would like to reformat and install Win 2000. How can I determine which driver files are needed for the audio, video, modem, etc? Last time I tried this with an HP and Win 98, the generic Win drivers would not work. thanks,
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    mobile or XP??????

    I'm building a budget system (Biostar M7NCG 400) for basic MS Office, web surfing, ets. No gaming and really no reason to OC . Probably a 2400+ would be more than enough. Which processor would be best bang for buck? Only reason I can see getting a Mobile XP would be for less heat issues and...
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    Nforce2/Kt400 with Win 98SE

    I plan on using one of the MB's with these chipsets along with a 1700+. Any problems with using 98SE as an OS? It does everything I need and not interested in upgrading to XP right now.
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    need non-gaming MB

    Peter, FUD is not an issue here with me. I've been around a while and can separate the difference. Just looking for facts. The price of the K7S5A/2000+ at Fry's makes it attractive, and if money were an issue, I'd use it and my SDRAM in a minute. I have a good Antec PS/ Crucial SDRAM and...
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    need non-gaming MB

    Chizow, We are thinking alike! I know I can get a ECS board up and running and it will do everything I need, but, I'm willing to spend more to avoid the stability issues and not have to buy a new board/memory next year when the next generation of AMD cpu's hit. As far as the PC133, it can...
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    need non-gaming MB

    By "non-gaming" I meant no heavy graphics or number crunching. Also, no initial plans to OC but would like the option. I just need to replace my KT133 machine since it's going somewhere else. I've got a video card or all I really need is on-board half-decent sound. The ECS using boards...
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    need non-gaming MB

    Want to build a new system for internet surfing and general business applications (no gaming). Don't need integrated video, LAN or Raid features, but do need cheap sound. Was thinking KT333 as I've never had problems with VIA. However, I noticed the prices for the KT400 and NForce are just...
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    Chipset fan noise!!!!!

    The fan on my VIA chipset (Soyo k7vta) is getting noisy and is really getting on my nerves. It's a small fan and I can't find a replacement. Anyone know of a source. Could I just run the VIA chipset with only the heatsink and eliminate the fan? Or is there someway to adapt a larger fan i.e...
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    Soyo K7VTA Pro & VIA 4 in 1 drivers

    I built a K7VTA kt133A system over a year ago and have forgot which of the VIA drivers should be installed. ATAPI, GART AGP, Viamach.inf, and PCI IRQ Miniport are the files included in the VIA ver. 4.28 I'm using. Please advise as to which ones to use. Also, should I download a more recent...
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    Win 98SE and USB problem

    Lilith Tech, Thanks for the suggestion but this board uses a SIS not Intel chipset. What exactly does the program do? I'm also wondering now if the USB on the MB is not going to work, could I install a USB card in one of slots and get results? Will I still run into a bios issue?
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    Win 98SE and USB problem

    Need help! I've got an old M-Tech Mustang R534F with a Cyrix P-200 running on Win 98SE. I can't seem to get it to recognize the USB ports. Just flashed the latest bios and reinstalled 98SE. Device manager reports that the SIS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller is not working correctly...