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Laptop Battery Advice Please
We have a Toshiba Satellite Laptop C650 which is 14 months old and used a great deal everyday but not for playing games or watching films. Today I got a message "there is a problem with your battery so your computer might shut down suddenly." Also says Battery Fully Charged (100%) Consider changing your battery. 2…
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Bios not recognizing Hard Drive
i`m trying to fix an Acer Aspire x3300 as the bios is not recognizing harddrive/dvd drive. The hard drive itself works (put it in a usb hub),ive removed memory sticks and tried new ones. I can get puter to work using linux and a usb stick -works fine, flashed and updated the bios, but still nothing...I reckon the…
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1and1 to big cartel
I registered my domain with 1and1 and bought an email package 9 months ago when I started my cushion making business. Now I would like to create a website selling the cushions through big cartel. My question is about hosting - big cartel say a web hosting package isn't needed just domain hosting - is this what I already…
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ford radio code
Hi can anyone help me please?? I am trying to find the code for my van radio (transit connect) Serial code 2TIf-18C838-CC MO22751 Any advise would be welcome many thanks
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Microsft Office Licences Oversubscribed
Hi All I have MS Office 2010 suite and have got a new laptop and went to put it on but when i went to verify/authenticate the licence it would not let me as it says it is oversubscribed. Anyone know what i need to do please? Thanks
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Software for ripping/encoding DVD to manageable vid format
Hi, I run a NAS on my set up. I have a compact desktop with a USB DVD writer, as well as a netbook with a USB dvd writer (same one as the desktop) So I have no ideal way to sit and watch DVD's. I got given, as a gift, 4 seasons of Heroes to watch, but practically it's quite annoying to switch between computers to watch…
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How do I watch internet TV in lounge?
I wish to watch internet television in the lounge. My computer is in another room (within line of sight of tv area). I don't want wireless (bit cautious). I'm considering buying a 24" monitor and moving the entire computer into the lounge but this is certainly not preferable. I'd like the computer to stay where it is. I've…
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WP theme with a forum
Could anyone recommend a community WP theme with a forum already built in to it or do I need to go down the theme and plugin route (I'm thinking Buddypress) obviously I would prefer it to be free but I would happily pay for the right theme - thanks:) eta - I'm trying to stay away from anything that looks like a typical…
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subject boxes??
probably not the reight terminology in title, but what i am trying to ask is how do i get my computer to open a seperate box when i have clicked on something i want to look at later andnot just take me there automatically, closing what i was reading? there has to be a trick to it that i am missing as one of our family lap…
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Doing your own wordpress website
If you do your own wordpress website does it mean your website has to go live on the internet for the whole world to see while you are putting it together? Or would you be able to hide it from public view until you are ready to launch it? Reason I ask is because I don't want mine to go live on the internet until its ready.…
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External Data Storage
Can anyone give me some advice please? I need to buy something I can store mainly my 1000+ digital photos - at the moment they are clogging up my PC and laptop, plus i'd like them to all be in one place. It needs to be simple to use. Any recommendations for size/manufacturer?
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Help with browsers and connecting to the net
I have IE and Mozilla Firefox. They both take a while to load. Once I am connected the speed is ok its just taking ages to get going. Thanks.
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Epson Ink
I have an Epson SX400 printer/scanner which I use imitation ink cartridges in - as a money saver However, when I change the cartridges - they never let me just change the black or cyan (or whatever) - once, one has been removed, I have to change them all - even if some are still half full.... Has anyone else noticed this ?
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map updates
Hi All , Does anyone know where i can get free or cheaper map updates for garmin muvi 200w sat nav ? on garmin website they want £90 or more i just can't afford that !! Thanks
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Which Smart TV to get?
I've read the other threads on here at the mo but none answer my particular question, so I apologise in advance. I am looking for a Smart TV, 37"-42" around about the £500 mark,LCD or LED. Now here's the real question.... I want it to connect up to my network wirelessly and be able to access my Imac and Macbook. Is this…
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Software4Students
Hi All We have just purchased a new laptop and need MS Word and MS XL for it. I have just found a site called Software4Students that is selling MS Office Professional Plus 2010 for £38 (recommended price £429.99). Has anyone had any experience of using this site as it feels a little too good to be true? Although I am a…
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Itunes and Ipod not syncing
I hope someone can help me with my Ipod Touch well actually my husband's but I am in charge of techy stuff in our house! Basically the thing won't sync or update to the new operating system. It seems to get stuck on backing up! In fact it seems not to even start that. If you try and sync it just keeps candystriping and if…
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How to tether Playbook to android phone via Bluetooth?
Recently bought a Playbook and want to tether it to OH's android phone (Samsung Galaxy). OH has phone dongle for wifi access and wants to tether Playbook to phone via Bluetooth to access internet on the move. (OH has large stubby fingers and finds Playbook swiping easier than phone). In theory it is possible - anyone done…
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Windows XP mode and virtual machine without internet connection.
Does anyone know if there is a way to get windows xp mode and virtual machine to work without an internet connection. Basically, I'm currently without internet at home (in the process of changing supplier) and I want to install windows xp mode. The problem is that when I go to the library and try to download it, it (a)…
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PowerPoint Presentation to DVD?
Hi there i have a PowerPoint Presentation (PP 2007) is there a way or any good free software to convert to dvd, allowing to played in a dvd player. many thanks
