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  1. Cijebi

    File labeled "~"???

    I have Windows 98SE and a couple of days ago a new icon appeared on my desktop. It has the Windows logo and the label under it is "~" without the quotes. According to Clean Sweep this file is a data file with 212,992 bytes. Does anyone have the slightest idea what this is and how it...
  2. Cijebi

    Please! HD experts-need quick answer re: switching HD's!

    Thanks a lot guys - I'll certainly look into the links you both provided.
  3. Cijebi

    Please! HD experts-need quick answer re: switching HD's!

    First, thanks to all who answered - I really appreciated it! I was able to access the file I needed from my husband's HD and my computer is just fine. Rich, your suggestion about the dead power supply in my husband's computer has intrigued me. If I understood correctly, you mean we could buy...
  4. Cijebi

    Please! HD experts-need quick answer re: switching HD's!

    I apologize if this seems like a stupid question but I've never had this problem before. I will provide as much info as possible so that someone can answer as quickly as possible - I'm working on a deadline!! My computer: custom built P4 w/Windows 98SE - 2 WD HD's (master 10GB has W98SE & ISP...
  5. Cijebi

    Adding memory to Asus P4S533

    I currently have an Asus P4S533 motherboard with two Samsung 256 DDR (PC2700) installed. I want to add additional memory but I'm confused as to what I can add. The mobo manual states "Only 4 banks of PC2700 are supported". Does this mean I am limited to using only 2 of the existing...
  6. Cijebi

    Computer slow starting up

    Thanks! That's just what it was. A new power supply did the trick.
  7. Cijebi

    Computer slow starting up

    Thanks for your help - I took off the cover today so I could see what was happening inside the computer once I turned it on and I'll detail it as best I can. When it is turned on, the front LED lights start flashing (in a continuous on and off pattern). I could see that the fan was trying to...
  8. Cijebi

    Computer slow starting up

    I have an HP Pavilion that's been having trouble starting up. Once it starts it works just fine. I haven't changed anything inside lately and I'm running Win98. I'll turn the computer on and the lights will flash but nothing else will happen for approx 5 minutes or more. The monitor will...

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