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    pc booting only after unplugging for long time

    Before anything else, try to replace the power cable. Sometimes we think of too complicated things and we forgot simple things like cables, switches, wires( ATX connector)etc. If the problem has not yet been solved, try replacing the Power Supply. You must also check the power outlet if it is...
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    Windows XP Restarting Intermittently

    I do have the same problem with my wxp but after running the norton utilities many times specially the norton disk doctor, the problem just disappear. I am not really sure yet about the cause. As of now I am considering this type of problem, somehow caused by a bug! Need more observation. NEMS
  3. NEMS

    PC not booting correctly

    You said that is old machine and you just playing around with that. We'll I believed you. How about having fun cleaning all the slots with pressurized electronic cleaner (use the one without any oil residue. e.g CRC or V-90). Also remove all the dust inside the CPU. I'm sure you will have more...
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    Need help in buying new computer

    I don't go after the brand of computers in the market. Some companies try to under-rate their supposedly good combination of hardwares. I have experienced such an acceptable deed by most of the shops here in the ME. Your choice of hardware seems right but my suggestion to you is to read some PC...
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    CD- ROM E: NOT FOUND INSTEAD IT SAYS BACKUP OF C:

    Back up of C: maybe comes from your anti-virus program like Mcaffee Anti-virus. It has nothing to do with your CDROM. If it is your first time to install the CDROM then reinstall your CDROM Driver in the Add New Hardware in the Control Panel. Try your best to reinstall your driver otherwise...
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    CD-Writer HP reboots PC

    Start from the beginning where your computer is in the state of no hp cdwriter(Software Only). Manually install, one by one all the driver that is in the (driver) cd provided. Check the function of your computer after each load. Soon you will find out which driver from that cd provided is...
  7. NEMS

    Bios not recognizing correct Hard Drive size

    Manually input the hard disk data into the bios. Use hard disk utility that come along with the hard disk. Your problem will be solved. Good luck nems
  8. NEMS

    Keyboard locks up? Mouse still works.

    The guy is right. Static electricity is the culprit here. Get some anti-static mats to place on the floor for the user and under the computer. Hope this will solve your problem.
  9. NEMS

    No video...Help!

    If a computer is blackout even if it has power, then that is a disaster. Many times i experience such condition but thank God i was able to lacate the problem. I would be glad to share to all of you this very simple step. Upon "power on" the computer, wait for a single beep. If you...
  10. NEMS

    Hardware problems

    I suspect Hardware Conflict between your motherboard and graphic card. Try changing your graphic card with cheap ones just to test if it will work fine or if your computer will not crush by changing the display. I experienced the same conflict but the computer crushes only when the CD ROM Drive...
  11. NEMS

    computer lock-ups

    I think there is hardware conflict in your new computer. Bring it back to the shop where you bought it. Avail of the warranty. NEMS
  12. NEMS

    Help, I need ammunition....

    I also use WD hard drive before. Today i don't use that kind of stuff because in just one year WD hard drives fail. They (the shop technicians) are using some hard disk recovery programs to hide the defects of the WD HDD. You may not be able to prove that the real culprit is the quality of the...
  13. NEMS

    No dial tone under windows 98 SE

    I'm glad you solved your problem. It is only a matter of perseverance and patience. You can now chat with your friends in the net. Good luck.
  14. NEMS

    problems with building a new PC

    Step by step troubleshooting:<br>1.Check your power input sellector, 115 or 230 volts?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Switch it to the correct voltage setting.<br>2.Check your Motherboard setting dip switches. Are they in proper setting?<br>3. Replaced your Memory chips. Is the PC ok?<br>4. Replaced the...
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    Adaptec direct CD crashes sys and locks-out CDRW

    I experienced the same problem. The other guys are right. You may have problem with UDMA channel. If your IDE controller is built-in with the motherboard then try to change your motherboard with other brand.<br>I also experienced that when you installed the driver in auto mode the windows will...
  16. NEMS

    DVD problem

    Your DVD Player may not be well calibrated or adjusted by the maufacturer. This usually happens when there is a change in climate in the point of origin to the user's place. Bring your DVD Player to the dealer for further testing. If it is found to be same as your experience then they will...
  17. NEMS

    Old Pentium 1 hard drive problems

    I think it is better to upgrade your OS to win98 but before&nbsp;&nbsp;you do that, try to use a third party hard disk partitioner eg. Partition Magic or ask the hard disk distributor/dealer to provide you the hard disk utility that comes from the manufacturer to solve your problem. Don't let...

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