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| Washers supplied with case? | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I bought a new midi-ATX case for a PC I am building. In the bag with the screws and standoffs ...
A: They are like a red or orange color, right? If so, Yes, use them!!! They go on the screws that ...
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| Headset not working | 5/8/2008 |
Q: My bf set me up with a sweet system that he built himself... complete with Windows Vista (it was a ...
A: Well Angela, I am glad you are willing to learn, because it may take a few e-mails here. First, is ...
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| Which PCI Video Card Is Better For Gaming? | 4/20/2008 |
Q: Which PCI Video Card Is Better For Gaming? Hi, i'd like to play some current gen games on my PC but ...
A: Tim, I not much of of a fan of Diamond, so I say visiontek using your picks. Now Tim, I would like ...
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| Getting New Computers | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I'll keep this short and sweet by putting my questions up top. I'll put optional extra info at the ...
A: Which laptops would you say are good quality and known for not overheating? Dell, Sony, and IBM are ...
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| OS installation headache | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I have an annoying problem here. I'm trying to install XP onto a Toshiba Satellite. A while ago I ...
A: Steve, I will be happy to help you. This may take a few e-mails however. Did you run defragmenter? ...
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| Modem question re analog and digital phone | 2/25/2008 |
Q: This may take a hardware guy like you to answer because I've sent this question 2-3 times to others ...
A: Art, I must say, that question made me think myself. I had to research it before I remembered this ...
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| Upgrade | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a low cost way to upgrade my ancient system, based on an AK6 chip running at 233 ...
A: Ok, I looked at the link and that is too high of a price to pay. Plus that kit is only for the ...
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| hard drive boot up problems | 2/9/2008 |
Q: i swaped hard drives from a non functional to a functional one. now when i boot up, it gives me the ...
A: No repair disk. When i say install on top to keep your stuff without lost, is because if you format ...
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| hard drive boot up problems | 2/9/2008 |
Q: i swaped hard drives from a non functional to a functional one. now when i boot up, it gives me the ...
A: The hard drive has the old motherboard drivers and bios on it and is not finding that on the new ...
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| Building Suggestions or directions | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I need building suggestions or directions to someone with time and hopefully the willingness to help ...
A: Here is your specs: ...
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| memory test | 1/29/2008 |
Q: i asked you previously about what was wrong with my new build and you pointed to the memory or power ...
A: I will say a false test. I ran memtest86 myself before, call the company, check this and that, and ...
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| power supply for a mid-range gaming rig | 1/27/2008 |
Q: Hey i was wondering i just built my first gaming build from scratch and i have been having a few ...
A: Its one of two things. Its your power supply or your memory. I am going to say its the memory. ...
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| RAM | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I have a kingston 1gb on my asus p5b-vm motherboard. The ram is DDR2 750, I am wanting to upgrade to ...
A: I can get you the kingston 750 for 150.00 plus shipping. However, I would recommend that you get ...
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| Computer Cases | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I’d like to choose a normal and a good computer case for 2 computers I’m going to buy. My main ...
A: The COOLERMASTER ELITE 330 is good, the only bad review, is the case paint marks easy. The ARCTIC ...
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| HP 5200 Inkjet Printer not working. | 1/23/2008 |
Q: John: I am attempting to help a friend with a an HP Inkjet Printer problem, with no luck. The ...
A: You are correct. I had this happen to me once. You need to delete the driver, unhook the printer, ...
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| updating | 1/9/2008 |
Q: lo I have a 5 year old computer with a S3 64 meg AGP video card. I do not think that I get a good ...
A: You can use anything that says, 4x or 2/4x or 4/8x. It will just run at 4x. You will not see ...
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| updating | 1/5/2008 |
Q: lo I have a 5 year old computer with a S3 64 meg AGP video card. I do not think that I get a good ...
A: For everything you are looking for, I would recommend: PNY VCG62256APB GeForce 6200 256MB 64-bit ...
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| finding a good DVD burner | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old Gateway DX430S PC with Vista Home Premium. I would like to install an internal ...
A: Any Sony dvd burner will work. I have used many burners over the years, and only Sony burners will ...
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| video card use and purchase | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I have a question or two, could you please guide me here ? 1 Can you leave 2 installed video card ...
A: I am guessing we are talking about a reg. PCI card. Is this a AGP 4/8X or slower? You need to know ...
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| stripped & broken laptops | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I've recently found two laptops one is an IBM maybe about 2-3 years old, windows XP compatible but ...
A: The ibm, do you have the power cord? The flicker may be from the battery. If you have the cord, ...
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| Thanks! | 12/1/2007 |
Q: you helped me find the perfect mouse, and it was decently priced! just one thing, it has an extra ...
A: Sorry, I forgot that part. Depending on if it came with a disk or not, it is one of two ways to set ...
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| Thanks! | 12/1/2007 |
Q: you helped me find the perfect mouse, and it was decently priced! just one thing, it has an extra ...
A: You are welcome. Those are Customizable Buttons. You can use them or forget about them. Use them ...
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| wireless mouse and one more thing | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for a nice wireless mouse, but I don't know which is best for its price. first, are ...
A: I recommend the following: Logitech RX650 Cordless Black Optical Mouse $19.99 Plus $10.00 shipping. ...
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| wireless mouse and one more thing | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I'm looking for a nice wireless mouse, but I don't know which is best for its price. first, are ...
A: What color of mouse? Black, silver, blue, red, grey? Motion mouse, read this: ...
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| Building a new PC | 11/25/2007 |
Q: I want to build my own PC, just as a project for home use. I am aiming for something with decent ...
A: The P5E3 is a nice board and will work. I prefer abit motherboards. Here is a good start to look ...
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| power supply | 11/10/2007 |
Q: I am planning to upgrade my computer but I found out my power supply only provides 350W and that is ...
A: Go here: ( copy and paste URL ) ...
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| wireless routers | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I live in a high-rise, efficiency apartment and the best spot for my desktop computer is across the ...
A: Yes a wireless router will work. When using a wireless router with a wireless netcard, you can have ...
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| A gaming Machine to last me years | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Hey yah. I'm looking to build a gaming computer from scratch. One that will last me a while, through ...
A: If I understand you need help picking out computer parts. I recommend the following parts for a ...
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| computer build | 10/28/2007 |
Q: ANSWER: Hello, well I prefer intel, but AMD is ok. Go to newegg.com to get the best deals. Abit and ...
A: This is a hard question. From what I been told, and this goes way back, that AMD was easier to over ...
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| DSL Connection | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I have 2 computers one is a brand new Dell with Vista, the other is much older and has Windows XP. I ...
A: Sure. All you need is a PCI network card. Go to your local office or computer store or go to: ...
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| downloading drivers | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I have reinstalled a pc with a second hand hard drive. i have loaded Windows XP pro but in hardware ...
A: I found your question in the question pool and may be able to help. Since you are using win xp, the ...
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| does my motherboard support it? | 10/6/2007 |
Q: i have intel 845 GVFN motherboard and a failed 40HDD. I am planning to buy 160 gb sata HDD does my ...
A: I found your question in the question pool and may be able to help you. Your board supports; DMA-33 ...
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| 360 PC KVM setup | 9/29/2007 |
Q: please can you help me on a computer set-up I wish to set up. I have my PC working fine and I want ...
A: Well lets see here. If I still did not answer, write back please. I have two KVM myself ( not being ...
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| Motherboard damaged? | 9/17/2007 |
Q: My Cousin's PC is out of warranty and just before it expired, his dealer advised him to upgrade RAM ...
A: Sorry to hear this. Yes all motherboards can have any kind of a problem without other issues. Most ...
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| connecting motherboard to front panel | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I can't figure out how to connect the front panel cords in the right order. I have the speaker cords ...
A: You will need to refer to the manual for proper hook up. Make sure they are hooked up correct or ...
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| Monitors | 9/12/2007 |
Q: I am buying a new computer and want to know what size and what kind of monitor should I buy. Also ...
A: That is totally on you. What do you like? CRT, LCD, Round or flat screen? 12" to 20"plus screen? ...
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| upgrading | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I have 5 year old pc - 2.0 GGhtz, 512 meg. of RAM and 64 meg S3 PCI video card. I want to update ...
A: How do install parts, go here: http://www.directron.com/howtoupsys.html Video card, go to: ...
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| V2 Premier Desk Top | 8/26/2007 |
Q: I'm having issues with my computer shutting down however, the lights are still on. I have replace ...
A: Hmmm...Going to have to test a few parts here. A video card can shut a computer down but when that ...
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| V2 Premier Desk Top | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I'm having issues with my computer shutting down however, the lights are still on. I have replace ...
A: I will need you to write back to me with more details and I will need you to run an anti virus test ...
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| new media pc | 8/21/2007 |
Q: 2.66 duo 2 core (1333fsb) Asus P5k-VM utx (microATX) mobo 2gb memory to start 3d card will be bought ...
A: Sounds like a nice computer you putting together there. The 1333's CPU are faster because of the ...
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| CD/DVD drives | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a new CD/DVD drive for an existing computer. I wanted to know if you could give me ...
A: Well I have always liked Pioneer but I have found out that Sony is the best you can get. Sony for ...
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| query | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Could you please tell me that what components I need to build a computer? Actually I don't know any ...
A: Dare Sir, I have a question for you. I answered a question for you on parts for a computer, so you ...
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| AMD VS. Intel | 8/11/2007 |
Q: I know I am an expert in this category just like you. But i dont know much between AMD cpu's and ...
A: This is a hard question. From what I been told, and this goes way back, that AMD was easier to over ...
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