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  1. SeanGilbreth

    Installing Software from a Server to Workstations

    I work in an architectural office and there are many different workstations that need both specific and general software loaded onto each of them. Usually I would go to each machine and manually install the software, but now that the number of machines and software is increasing, it is more...
  2. SeanGilbreth

    Can you suggest a motherboard?

    I'm looking for a motherboard that will go very well with these components: Intel Core 2 Quad Pro Q6600 2.40GHz (1066FSB) (Socket 775) Crucial Ballistix 2GB (2x1GB) DDR2 PC2-8500C5 1066MHz Dual Channel Kit (x2 - 4GB - I do a lot of heavy video and sound editing on Vista, and I don't mind...
  3. SeanGilbreth

    Reinstall with same DVD?

    I'm thinking of uninstalling Vista and reinstalling XP until a couple of months have passed. As I own a retail version, am I allowed to uninstall now and reinstall as many times as I wish using the same DVD? Thanks!
  4. SeanGilbreth

    BIOS detects 4GB RAM, WIndows detects 2GB.

    When building my computer, I made sure that I was future-proofed in terms of RAM, so I installed 4GB of RAM (4 x 1GB sticks). My problem is that Windows only detects 2558 MB not the full 4096 MB. I find this very odd, as my BIOS reads that I have 4GB, but Windows doesn't. (BTW, this was the case...
  5. SeanGilbreth

    Hi-Def or not?

    If my monitor can display resolutions of 1920x1200 does that mean it is "HD Ready"? As the vertical resolution is far above 720... Thanks!
  6. SeanGilbreth

    Setting Up A Network

    I want to set up a network at home between three computers running XP Pro. One is a desktop which is connected to my router via a wire. The other two are laptops and connect to the router wirelessly. I now want to share files and a printer between all three; how would I do this? Thanks!
  7. SeanGilbreth

    Invalid Drive Specification

    I was running a computer with Windows 98, but I wanted to put Windows 95 on it so I did a format of the HDD in DOS and now when I try to change the directory to my CD-ROM (D: ), I get "Invalid Drive Specification". What do I do? Thanks!
  8. SeanGilbreth

    Floppy drive not working...

    I have recently just finished building my computer, and have got a floppy drive. However my floppy drive does not detect any of the floppies I insert. However, Windows and the BIOS detect I have a floppy drive. What could be the problem? Thanks!
  9. SeanGilbreth

    Computer hangs when idle

    I have just finished building my new computer with XP on it. If I leave it idle, it will hang; I will not be able to move the mouse, use the keyboard, or anything. How can I fix this? Thanks
  10. SeanGilbreth

    No device detected, Utility disabled!

    I recently just finished building my computer; after I installed XP I went to Windows Update and downloaded all updates. However it also downloaded a driver for my BIOS or something, (I'm not sure), the: Silicon Image, Inc. - Storage - Silicon Image SiI 3114 SoftRaid 5 Controller Now I can no...
  11. SeanGilbreth

    Motherboards and X1900 Crossfire

    Which motherboards are compatible with the ATi X1900 Crossfire(s)? Thanks!
  12. SeanGilbreth

    Setting up a wireless home network

    I already have a router radiating a wireless internet connection, but I want the laptops in my house to be able to print off the printer connected via wires to my main desktop, I would also like to share files etc. How do I do this? Thanks!
  13. SeanGilbreth

    Building an old system

    I want to build myself an old computer from around the mid-90's, to play old games like Syndicate Wars, Monkey Island etc., however I only have a general idea of what to buy, I want: Soundblaster Pro Intel Pentium II 300MHz 32MB RAM 2GB HD CD-ROM But, I don't know what motherboard, case, and...
  14. SeanGilbreth

    Problems with webcam

    I am having problems with my Sony Visual Communication Camera VCC-U01 that is attached to my laptop. If you look at the image in the link you can see what my problem is: http://img165.imageshack.us/my.php?image=untitled4ca.jpg A few weeks ago this blank screen was not a problem and the camera...
  15. SeanGilbreth

    Problems with WMP and the new 78.11 Beta Drivers...

    I have just downloaded the new nVidia ForceWare 78.11 Beta drivers, and even though my games look better, whenever I play something in WMP, all I get is a dark blue screen where the movie should be. I really don't want to uninstall these drivers, so is there any way to fix it? Thanks!
  16. SeanGilbreth

    What's using my RAM?

    I have 1024mb of RAM but apparently only 750mb of this is free, why is that?
  17. SeanGilbreth

    How should I know when to stop!?

    Are there any programs that exist which allow me to see if my gaming computer is peforming to it's limits? I could go on forever tweaking my computer, so I need to know if I should carry on or stop. Thanks!
  18. SeanGilbreth

    nVIDIA 3D Stereo

    Not sure if this is the right forum to post this question in, but here goes!: What is the nVIDIA 3D Stereo? Is it worth downloading if you have a 6800 GT? Thanks!
  19. SeanGilbreth

    Specialized User Performance

    If I create a specialized XP user, which has no background tasks, no special windows effects, and anything possible to improve game/program performance, will it work? Or will the performance be just like on a normal account with background programs etc.? Thanks!
  20. SeanGilbreth

    What else should I do....

    Can somebody tell me some things I can do to make my laptop faster, I have done: Disk Cleanup Disk Defragmenter Virus Check Spyware/Adware Check Removed some unwanted programs Any more suggestions? Thanks!

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