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computor dowload problem
Well this problem has me puzzled downloaded a few files this evening and as normal after downloading i doubleclicked on the file in the download list box and nothing happened Next step went to the download folder and guess what the file is not in that folder Next step- type file name in search box clicked on properties and…
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cable
what type of cable do i need to connect sony dcr-hc51e camcorder to laptop. purchased a 4pin firewire cable off amazon but laptop comes up with message saying camcorder not connected.have i got the wrong cable any help please :mad:
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FN key not working
Toshiba Satelite laptop running Windows 7. Normally when I press the FN key a drop down appears at the top of the screen. From there I could select things like wireless on/ off and brightness controls. Now when I press the FN key nothing happens. Some of the things such as brightness I can adjust with F6 & F7 but not…
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Can I connect laptop to TV
Hi please bear with me as I am not very technically minded. Can I connect my laptop to a TV? My TV is not HD and is not a flatscreen, basically its an old style one. Laptop is relatively new though! Can you tell me if it is an easy thing to do and what cable(s) I need to use please. Pictures would be useful :D
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tomtom one xl... isnt working.. help needed
Hey dont sure if this is the best place to ask advice about my tomtom sat nav, but thought id give it a go. A few weeks ago my sat nav stopped working, the software had become corrupt tom tom informed me to delete the software and reinstall it.. Unfortunately i didn't make up the contents before i deleted the software now…
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Internet Explorer, is this what i can expect?
OMG, is all i can say.:eek: I am with AOL and use AOL's browser to surf the internet. I do have a few problems mainly drop outs and i know many people hate AOL and their browser. I am seriously thinking of changing provider so today instead of using my AOL browser i have been using Internet Explorer (version 8) to surf the…
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advice on getting an HD media player
Hi This is all new to me but i plan to get a NAS to stream to a media player. I want a good all round Media Player that hopefully will be family friendly. I was looking at the Western Digital TV Live HD Media Player but i read reports it was not very family friendly. Any advice or experiences will be appreciated. Thanks
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Power cable question
Does anyone know if it is possible to buy a 6 way 6 metre extension cable please. I had a dickens of a job getting a 4 way 6 metre extension cable last year but my needs have now grown, in as much as I want to add one more item. Today I bought a 2 metre one forgetting the power point was some distance away. I've been told…
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Windows Update failed
Hi a quick question. Am trying to install an update and it keeps failing. Error code is 80073712. Details are Windows PowerShell 2.0 and WinRM 2.0 for Windows Vista (KB968930) Download size: 32.5 MB Have tried twice and it's failed. Thank you.
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Window 7 update - stuck?
Hi, I'm grappling with my new lappy and updates have come through at 15:00. Three updates, but it's been on the second on since just after 15:00, and since then it tells me that the update is 50% done. It says: Installing update 2 of 3 Window Live Essentials 2011 (KB2434419) It's now 17:40, surely it should be done by now?…
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wiping laptop
My HP laptop has stopped working this week - think it is cpu unit (or whatever it is called). I am hoping to sell it on ebay for spares/repair - however obviously want to delete all the info off first. I can not get it turned on anymore; therefore if i wipe the removeable hard drive will this clear anything i have…
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Cheapest way to buy Office 2007?
Hi Looking to buy Office 2007 home/student edition. Anyone know best/cheapest place to buy? Thanks
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laptop running slow, please help!
Hi could anyone offer me any help. my laptop going slow. i have removed a few programes that i dont use anymore but that hasnt helped. its only a few years old (4 yrs approx) took our photos off it and stored them on a memory stick. only use it for skype and internet. thank you in advance
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Wifi parental control for kids i pod
Does anyone know anything about getting parental control on a child's ipod when they can get wifi access - available in our house as well as out and about - we enter a password at the moment but then presumably they can then get on anything they like??
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Help using a windows based email address
Hi I used to be with talktalk but now use a 3 dongle, can I still set up a windows email address or do I have to use a web based email address -I've got a gmail one but wanted to set up one with microsoft outlook, but as I haven't got a username to put it I assume that I can't do it?
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PC won't POST - anything left to try?
I'm trying to fix a PC for someone, and I've run out of things to try. It "just died" (i.e. it didn't stop working as the result of something being changed). It will power-up, and will run up the fans and HDD, but that's about it. No beep codes. I've removed all PCI cards (the screen is now connected to the built-in…
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Are Dell Outlet 'immune' from UK legislation?!
I've had a disastrous couple of days at the hands of Dell computers and I'm looking for information on whether or not I can make some form of claim against them for my mounting losses due to their incompetence. A week ago I bought a laptop from the Dell Outlet, a nice little 5010 Inspiron, via some info I found on this and…
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Quick windows backup query
I’ve recently upgraded to Windows 7 and bought a 500gb external HDD to transfer all of my photo’s/video’s etc. I then did a full clean install of Windows 7 and transferred all of the files from the external HDD back onto the laptop but leaving a backup copy on the external drive. I tried to use the Windows 7 Backup to…
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What is this noise?
Hi guys, i am hoping someone in the know might be able to help me, i have a really annoying noise on my computer. I aint really very technical so please try to keep it simple for me... The noise sounds like a pop up blocker sort of noise (similar to an elastic band) . I have checked my pop up blocker and it tells me that…
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OHs not understanding simple arithmetic
Can they not hear the kaput PSU continually kicking in the fans? It is Thursday and new Powerbooks are imminent. Spending £1500 on a new laptop will save me at least £1.50 per month on electricity. Are they convinced? Sheesh!
