Looking for robust multitouch hardware and programming. [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 3 answers 
I am having a very unusual problem with my hard drive and CANNOT recover any data from it after trying numerous methods. Please help me with your technical expertise. [more inside]
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 7 answers
Is there a website that tests computer hardware like Tom's Hardware does, but publishes comprehensive comparison artilces more regularly? [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2008 - 7 answers
Between the 4 desktops that my immediate family owns, we've probably been through 6 or 7 DVD burners in the last few years. Does everyone else have this kind of failure rate? Any recommendations on reasonably priced, quality drives, so that I don't have to keep replacing them? [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2008 - 19 answers
My desktop computer is dead dead dead (I think -- can you help me be sure?). I was going to get a new iMac anyway, so now I'll just move those plans up. I understand there's a utility to migrate all my files from the old Windows machine to the new Mac -- how can I make that happen when the old one won't start? [more inside]
posted on Mar 27, 2008 - 10 answers
Would it be safe to hide cash in my computer? [more inside]
posted on Feb 29, 2008 - 18 answers
I just got a relatively new PC secondhand. What should I upgrade first in order to most successfully play games? [more inside]
posted on Feb 9, 2008 - 18 answers
I'm trying to simplify my computer wiring situation, and could use some strategic advice.
I have a bunch of devices, and 3 machines. How can 2 (or preferably all 3) machines share all the peripherals? My little KVM doesn't quite cut it. [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2008 - 13 answers
I need a new motherboard and processor compatible with my old hardware. [more inside]
posted on Dec 24, 2007 - 6 answers
My old, faithful, color-reliable, flat screen, CRT computer monitor sometimes starts making a strange, extremely high-pitched noise, which - while not ear-piercing, is annoying. [more inside]
posted on Oct 23, 2007 - 11 answers
Can you name any laptop motherboards (brands, models, etc.) capable of booting from a USB flash drive? [more inside]
posted on Oct 3, 2007 - 11 answers
Neeerrrrrrrrdfilter: I want to play Bioshock. Help me find the most economical way to upgrade my video hardware so that it will run the game satisfactorily. [more inside]
posted on Aug 22, 2007 - 20 answers
I am building a new computer and was wondering if this setup seems good I already have the OS and case/power supply more details after break. (previously, previously) [more inside]
posted on Jul 26, 2007 - 13 answers
I am building a new desktop pc for college and am going to leave it on 24/7 in my dorm room so i can just rdc into it from anywhere on campus (only until i get a mbp with leopard later on) Take a look at this hardware and see it everything looks ok.
also this system wil work with vista ultimate x64 right [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2007 - 16 answers
Computer Buffs: Building a new computer from scratch, and wondering if my selection will work and if it's the best combination. Any ideas would be very helpful! [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2007 - 14 answers
AC power is lost on my computer and I need to use it this weekend! How can I find a reputable computer technician that can fix it today or tomorrow? [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2007 - 14 answers
I need to buy a server for around $800 ($1000 as an absolute maximum). It will be hosting a website with a (PostGres) database that will start at around 4GB and grow slowly (so would like at least 2GB of RAM). It must be able run Linux, preferably Ubuntu or Debian. [more inside]
posted on May 10, 2007 - 9 answers
I've got an nVidia nForce 570 motherboard with 5 drives (500 GB each -- 465 GB actual) in a RAID-5 array. The RAID has been working well in Vista until yesterday, when my system froze. Now nVidia's Storage control panel reports a "Healthy" array with 5 drives but with a capacity of only 465GB (rather than the expected 1.81 TB). Can this be fixed? [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2007 - 4 answers
Laptopfilter: I'm curious about how CPU usage, noise level, and being able to go to standby/hibernation and shut down properly are related. For a long time (over a year, I think) my HP laptop(running Windows XP) was at 100% CPU usage all the time, ran loudly, and wouldn't go to standby or hibernation or shut down all the way. There's a lot [more inside]
posted on Jan 31, 2007 - 11 answers
Shopping for a cheap used laptop: What are the minimum specs I should be looking for with respect to CPU, RAM, HD? I'm planning to use WinXP (maybe I'll settle for 2K), Open Office, and FireFox (including some AJAX-heavy web sites such as gmail, Google Docs, del.icio.us), with a wifi card. And not much else. I want to avoid "I'm always waiting for this stupid slow computer!" but not spend much more than the minimum needed to avoid that.
posted on Dec 18, 2006 - 24 answers
On my computer, sometimes I can't load Windows. Sometimes I can and it freezes. Can intermittent problems like this be due to the power supply? [more inside]
posted on Nov 4, 2006 - 15 answers
What is a good forum to go to if I'm interested in building my own simple Athlon computer system and want to learn before I shop? [more inside]
posted on Sep 17, 2006 - 20 answers
We moved my husband's Mac from one side of the room to the other, carefully re-connecting all the cables. But when we started it up again, the screen displays in almost indecipherable chunky gray-and-white (8-bit?), and the icon and window sizing are all wrong. Help, please!
posted on Sep 3, 2006 - 19 answers
I need an alternative to Newegg.com that easily allows Paypal. I'm having trouble lately submitting orders on Newegg. [more inside]
posted on Aug 31, 2006 - 7 answers
COMBINING Hard Drives. Roommate has fast, great computer. I have slow, antiquated one with (among other upgraded parts I've procured) a fast new hard drive (personally installed). Want to install my current drive in her current machine so that all roommates can use one system and still keep my files/ preferences. [more inside]
posted on Aug 28, 2006 - 20 answers
Debian won't find my hard drive! Please help! I have details so there's [more inside]
posted on Jul 12, 2006 - 14 answers
I want to expand the number of keys available for mapping as hotkeys in some of my games. Is it possible to connect a second keyboard under Windows XP, possibly a USB one, and use it as, essentially, a very large keypad? If so, how would I go about it without causing IRQ conflicts? [more inside]
posted on May 9, 2006 - 5 answers
HardwareFilter: trying to revive an old computer. Help me defeat the psychedelic screen of death. [more inside] [more inside]
posted on Feb 25, 2006 - 7 answers
Building a cheap computer for Civ IV. [more inside]
posted on Feb 15, 2006 - 17 answers
I recently purchased a new Dell Dimension 9150, I plan to wipe the Dell partition and install a fresh copy of XP Pro (I already have a full copy). Any problems/hiccups I should know about before I destroy the Dell partition?
posted on Feb 15, 2006 - 14 answers
Huge (hopefully not) monitor issue: Thinkpad T41. Are there any good hardware troubleshooters out there?
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posted on Feb 13, 2006 - 2 answers
What type of router typically has a gateway of 10.1.9.1, I'm used to seeing the typical router use 192.168.*.* but I'm trying to figure out what routers the local apartment unit is using to run their wireless.
posted on Jan 30, 2006 - 18 answers
How can I get a good picture on an aging CRT monitor? [more inside]
posted on Nov 19, 2005 - 7 answers
I broke my computer, but it didn't break... [more inside]
posted on Nov 4, 2005 - 8 answers
After searching Google and the archives of AskMe, I've come across some great suggestions and ideas for making digital photo frames. From what I can determine, however, all of these require a computer of some kind built into the frame. Supposing one only has a laptop screen? Specifically, the screen from an old ThinkPad with a blown motherboard. Could I connect the monitor to my network somehow? Hook it up to some special circuit board designed for just this sort of thing?
posted on Nov 3, 2005 - 6 answers
Any suggestions for the best hardcore computer (and related) hardware retailer with online ordering and US-based? [more inside]
posted on Sep 25, 2005 - 20 answers
[DeadComputerFilter] I just moved, and as is customary, my PC moved in a separate trip, re-boxed in its original container, and generally cared for better than even myself. Now, I plug it in, turn it on... well, almost. It just doesn't come on anymore. [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2005 - 6 answers
My computer is suffering from undervoltage on +5V! Help me out if you are a ninja with hardware. [more inside]
posted on Jul 8, 2005 - 13 answers
Is there any way to recover data from an external USB 2/Firewire hard drive that has apparently decided to stop working? [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2005 - 7 answers
When buying a used computer from a all sales are final location, what do you check and how do you check it? [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2005 - 6 answers
Computer A has a HDD and loads of software on it. Computer B has no HDD, but all new hardware. If I take HDD from Computer A and put it Computer B, how many aspirin do I have to take? [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2005 - 15 answers
I have been unable to boot from my brand new SATA hard drive. If I boot from an IDE drive, I can read from and write to this drive with absolutely no problems whatsoever. But when I try to boot, I get a "DISK BOOT FAILURE" error. I've tried many things to get this to work, and I'm quickly running out of ideas. List of things I've tried and hardware details inside.
posted on Dec 27, 2004 - 14 answers
What are some good 7200 RPM 60GB+ 2.5" drives that are suitable for installation in an Apple TiBook? Recommendations on where to buy?
posted on Dec 16, 2004 - 8 answers
Does anyone have any experience with acquiring computer hardware, support, for a small business? A friend of mine has asked me about this, and because I only deal with it from a helpdesk standpoint for a huge corporation, I really don't have any ideas what types of options exist for small businesses. [MI]
posted on Nov 10, 2004 - 2 answers
I've been told the computer hardware industry is based on holding back the release of existing technologies so that people upgrade in small increments. Is this true? If so, wouldn't the first company to break the rule get a chance to dominate the market? Is there some kind of backroom deal going on?
posted on Oct 11, 2004 - 9 answers
My slave (drive) won't work. [More inside]
posted on Sep 3, 2004 - 9 answers
I need a new mouse. My MS Intellimouse Explorer has served me well, with its 4 buttons, scroll wheel, and optical tracking, but is dying a slow (and annoying) death due to its cable connection coming loose somewhere. What's your mouse of choice? [MI] for some more specific requirements...
posted on Aug 31, 2004 - 19 answers
Having trouble setting up 2 SATA hard drives as a stripe set in WinXP Pro. (more inside)
posted on Aug 23, 2004 - 5 answers
LaptopRepairFilter: I need to remove the bezel on a Fujitsu Lifebook C-series (C-6530) to measure and replace the cold cathode lamps that have failed. I've Googled off and on for a few months now, looking for service or dis-assembly manuals, with no love to be found. (Much more inside)
posted on Jul 28, 2004 - 4 answers
My computer's fan just gave out completely. Is every second it stays on eminent danger or do I have a few hours?
posted on Jun 27, 2004 - 9 answers
Would installing a new (smallish) hard drive in my machine and dedicating it solely to the Windows swap file (i.e., instead of having it on C:) improve performance?
posted on Jun 26, 2004 - 13 answers
Installed RAM, what XP sees vs. what CMOS sees. (MI)
posted on May 26, 2004 - 7 answers
How many pixels need to be broken for Apple to replace one of their laptop screens? (more inside)
posted on May 22, 2004 - 13 answers
This is an extremely subjective question...In an earlier thread I mentioned that I couldn't find memory below $150, but several members here found it for much less. However, much of the cheaper RAM is generic. Does it matter? Is generic vs. brand name a big deal when dealing with RAM?
posted on May 12, 2004 - 15 answers
Can you help me spend an absolute max. of £1500 (UKP) on a laptop PC? Using some quite hefty/nasty engineering apps so it needs some grunt to it; wirless technology would be nice, but is not essential; and something that looks the part would be ace too!
posted on Apr 15, 2004 - 10 answers
Continuing with my stupid computer.... I bought a new Gateway since they're closing their stores. I then put the old hard drive in the new computer. Then the computer wouldn't start. Is this a function of a bad hard drive? It didn't fit in the drive bay, so did I ground it out (I sat it to rest on the case.. is that a bad thing?)? When I took the old hard drive out of the computer, it booted up fine, which leads me to think that it's the hard drive that's causing both systems to lock up. Do I just need a new hard drive for my old computer? Thoughts?
posted on Apr 9, 2004 - 6 answers
I've got a 14 cd network tower. I cannot figure out why I would use it instead of a big ol' hard drive. Anyone have any idea what I could use it for?
posted on Mar 16, 2004 - 7 answers
I have a MITSUMI CR-4804TE CDRW drive. While it's slow, it worked perfectly fine for me while I was running Win98SE. Now that I've got XP, it's all gone to pot [more].
posted on Jan 11, 2004 - 6 answers
I have a WinXp machine with three hard drives, each one holding 100GB. I'm researching backup alternatives, and there are tons these days (tape drives, external firewire drives, jazz drives, etc.). I'd like to find a solution that strikes a nice balance between ease of use, cost and durability. Any suggestions?
posted on Jan 8, 2004 - 8 answers
I'm considering upgrading the processor (and possibly the motherboard) on an older PC. Am I going to have to reformat the HD? Obviously, I'll back up all the data just in case, but I was under the impression that the OS would just find the new hardware upon booting up for the first time. The 14 year-old at the local CompUSA claims otherwise--that I'll have to rebuild the OS once I put the new processor in place. So which is it?
posted on Dec 30, 2003 - 8 answers
Computer hardware: As part of her Christmas present, I want to buy my wife a video card for her PC (she's a serious geek). What's a good one? [more]
posted on Dec 23, 2003 - 12 answers
