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SATA drivers
Hi there, I have a 200Gb Maxtor hard disk that is SATA. Unfortunately, having lost my motherboard cd I cannot install the required drivers. Does anyone here have an Optronix motherboard or a link to somewhere that can help? Many thanks Cremey
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downloading movies
can anyone help me?? why is it that when i try to download from places like bearshare that is the file ends in ".avi" it doesn't work? i know it's prob a v v simple answer but i really an a total technopnobe!! HELP!! :confused: :o
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HP Printer Cartridges
where can I get cheap computer printer cartridges? I need to get cartridges for a HP printer as follows : model PSC2410 photosmart all in one. the black one costs me 17.90 euros (over £10 in france) and 35.90 euros for colour (over £20). thanks in advance. would also consider filling cartridges myself but i have sometimes…
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upgrading ram ????
upgrading ram there are so many types and sizes how do i find out what type to buy ?????
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Plugging/unplugging usb modem in laptop beware
I know you have all heard me moaning about my dropped internet connection but wanted everyone to be aware if you are using a laptop and not being continually connected (plugging in only when in use) your usb port will become lose from the continual plugging and unplugging, it has taken a year of me doing this to knacker…
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Online Storage
Hi everyone, Anyone knows the free online storage facility with the largest storage capacity on the net apart from probably storing files on Gmail?
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Graphic card opinions please?
In pc at the moment..is a Radeon X800XT. Fan on it is dead and pc manufacturer is going to replace it. They don't have the same card anymore and have offered a Radeon 1800GTO which is a new card and they say it is slightly better than mine. I'm not up on all the technical bits but this new card is selling for a fair bit…
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Hiding your IP address......?
Hi Guys, is there a way of hiding your IP address, i.e. making you non-traceable on WAn or LAN network, to hackers, trojans or malicious software. open discussion cheers
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Http Tunneling
Hi Guys, Can someone tell me what http tunneling is, i have read breifly that it is an effective way of hiding your IP address is this true? How does it work? open discussion................. cheers
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Uploading/ Downloading legality?
Hi Guys, I know uploadinga copyrighted material is illegal as your not allowed to distribute copeyrighted material. But where does the law stand with with downloading on a P2P net work. i.e. in a hypothetical situation if you has a P2P programme but didn't share any files and only downloaded - is this illegal? open…
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should i delete IE?
i've just downloaded firefox :j and would like to know if it's ok to delete IE, just dont want to much stuff on the pc.
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.DLL file missing
A friend of mine who is an MSE member keeps getting the following mesage "Error starting program: a required .DLL file blah blah...MSVCRT40.DLL was not found." Any ideas as to how to stop this happening? Thanks, Fortyfoot
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System to reply to SMS keywords
Hi there, A local youth group I attend is looking at running a system where young people will be able to text a keyword to a number, and get a standard response. For example, if they have had unprotected sex, they can text a keyword, i.e. 'TEST', and will get an automated response detailing where they can go locally for an…
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Slow DVD burner on Dell Inspiron 9300
Can anyone help me with a problem that no one seems to be able to solve on the cdfreaks website. Here is the link to my problem. Everyone offered potential solutions but no one offered me help to the two questions that I asked. http://club.cdfreaks.com/showthread.php?t=171376
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Speakers running from PC
Hello, I am thinking of using my PC as a media centre, rather than having a stereo in the living room. Basically, I thought I could run a couple of speakers into the kitchen and then a couple more through into the living room. Is this a good idea / practical? If so, is it easy to do and any ideas on the best place to get…
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Can I bounce e-mails using OE ?
I use Outlook Express and have a problem with an e-mail with a virus attached. For the last few days I've been recieving e-mails from a person unknown to me ***Details removed by boardguide*** AVG has discovered the Virus "Win32/Sality" attached. I have blocked the sender via the OE message blocker but each day I still…
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What's the cheapest I can set up a wireless network for?
How cheap can I do: 1x Wireless Modem and Router, 2x Wireless PCI cards or USB dongles. Cheers.
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Outlook Express-can't see accounts/emails!
Me again! A some of you may know, I've had problems with my PC. I moved the HDD into another PC and it is fine, all the data is there. However, when I tried to open OE, there were no accounts listed and no emails. Checked the WAB (address book icon) and it is empty. Are all our accounts and emails still on the HDD? I can't…
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BT ADSL Max
apparently starting today is the roll out of BT 8mb broadband - https://www.faster.bt.com have looked an registered here but not certain whether my 512 is even going to increase. hey ho yet another bt upgrade that misses out the those who have low speeds. :beer: monster
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Network 98 to XP question
Hi all, Can anyone offer any advise on this please. I want to share a broadband connection from an xp machine with a 98 machine. The XP comp has a modem not router, sharing when both are on is not a problem and I would like to keep it simple as the 98 machine will only use the internet a few times a year. Both machines…
