Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Can I stop Google Chrome from updating?

2013-10-13 Thread Donk
/how_5075320_change-virtual-memory-xp.html Donk On 10/12/2013 7:58 PM, tlr28...@gmail.com wrote: I have a Windows XP computer, and loaded Google Chrome because of the limited memory. I'm learning patience :). Unfortunately, when Chrome updates, it usually crashes and reboots. Plus Windows often

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] help with hp g 7

2013-10-02 Thread Donk
I dunno then. Maybe it's the cable from the mobo to the screen? If not that, then something on the mobo. It might be un-fixable unless you take it to a pro. Sorry, Donk On 10/2/2013 9:22 PM, james barrow wrote: its not the screen, just got a replacement today, and got the same result

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: I can't get into my Norton account. Help! Also I might have a bad HD but ...

2013-09-29 Thread Donk
peppier. Donk On 9/29/2013 7:12 AM, seez...@att.net wrote: Thanks for your help. I haven't went back to Best Buy or communicated by phone or email yet but I will. What I did after reading your reply was I got a Norton Bootable Recovery Tool DVD from another Windows 7 computer and ran a scan

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] I can't get into my Norton account. Help! Also I might have a bad HD but ...

2013-09-27 Thread Donk
you it's your fault. Sorry. Donk On 9/27/2013 7:45 PM, seez...@att.net wrote: I can't get into my Norton account. After I put my email address and password, I get a small window asking about whether I want to show just secure information. Then after I make my choice (It does not matter

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] help with hp g 7

2013-09-26 Thread Donk
up... there's not much you can do. It is probably a failed video chip on the motherboard. Donk On 9/25/2013 7:27 PM, jjamescbar...@yahoo.com wrote: hello, i have a hp g7 that the screen back light is not working, i have tried changing screens, tried 2 or 3 diff screens, tried changing

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Something's wrong with my mom's Kindle Fire HD

2013-09-21 Thread Donk
Calibre and then click the Uninstall or Remove button. Hope that helps, Donk On 9/19/2013 7:27 PM, seez...@att.net wrote: My mom has a Kindle Fire HD that she bought from Amazon.com, and she is having trouble transferring books from her Calibre application to her Kindle. In the past, she could

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Problem with Gateway RW-1800C desktop

2013-08-30 Thread Donk
to the mobo might cause it. I would remove everything but cpu, ram, vid card, keyboard and mouse - and see if you get any action at all. If so then I'd add the device back one at a time to find the cause. Donk On 8/30/2013 10:12 PM, ktcomputersyst...@yahoo.com wrote: This machine won#39;t

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Laptop speakers stopped working

2013-08-22 Thread Donk
at the same time. Poke around. :-) Donk Also - you can uninstall Windows updates in Add/Remove Programs. In case you think it was a Windows update that broke the sound. On 8/22/2013 11:07 AM, thunderrz wrote: Turned my HP laptop with XP off Tues night and the sound was fine. Next day no sound

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Once again - how can I go back to default settings on my computer?

2013-08-21 Thread Donk
originally had it. I've seen this in a few pc's and it worked well. You should be able to safely try the F1 thing just to see what options you have. It won't do the actual deed without asking you if you are SURE at least a couple times. Donk On 8/20/2013 11:12 PM, Cindi Wass wrote: OK, I kind

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Turned on computer and firefox would not run

2013-08-21 Thread Donk
gone. :-) Donk On 8/21/2013 11:36 AM, snowyowl5562 wrote: so I opened with explorer and now all of my internet information and bookmarks and history are gone, running windows 7 on Toshiba satellite 305 was working fine, I shut down for about an hour todo some errands was not on any

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Once again - how can I go back to default settings on my computer?

2013-08-20 Thread Donk
and install all the correct drivers. Donk On 8/20/2013 11:10 AM, cleanboost2 wrote: Thanks. I tried doing system restore, but it will only allow me a few weeks. How can I go back six months or more and do a restore? If you have any questions or problems

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Wireless Mouse

2013-08-14 Thread Donk
. :-) Try the mouse on any other machine - just to eliminate a defective mouse (instead of a software issue). Donk On 8/14/2013 8:54 PM, Do Good Things wrote: My mouse has developed an annoying double-click problem i.e. it double-clicks when I want a single click. I've set the double-click

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] network help

2013-08-12 Thread Donk
You won't mess anything up. First step is get all 3 connected to the web. When the router can see all 3 pc's you can start setting up the network 1 by 1. How many are connected to the web now? What do you mean about the adapter giving you problems? Donk On 8/11/2013 11:02 PM, Ray F wrote

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Freeze up and lag

2013-08-12 Thread Donk
hardware. Have you cleaned the dust off power supply fan and cpu and chipset and video card fans? Could be causing a heat issue after 10 minutes. Donk On 8/11/2013 7:38 PM, sport_tigger wrote: When I first start up my computer, it runs well. But after 10 minutes, it begins to slow down, freeze

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] network help

2013-08-11 Thread Donk
and we can help you set up the LAN between your 3 computers. Donk On 8/11/2013 5:45 PM, Ray F wrote: actually 3 and different OS. 1 XP 1 Vista and 1 Win 7. - Original Message - From: Ray F rf6...@bellsouth.net To: A-1-Computer_Tech@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2013 5:32 PM

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: Home page

2013-08-11 Thread Donk
Cool. Glad it's fixed! On 8/11/2013 9:18 PM, Tom M. wrote: Well, I labored over the prospect of reinstalling FF. I then googled Firefox repair. I found I could go to help and then troubleshoot, and in the upper right corner was a box that said reset Firefox. After I did that, all was

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: Home page

2013-08-10 Thread Donk
. You should see your normal homepage. I guess the normal fix for this would be to reinstall FF anyway, but at least you've narrowed down the problem and can repost with that info. Donk On 8/10/2013 10:15 AM, Tom M. wrote: Hi and thanks for the responses. I looked and found that I had

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Home page

2013-08-09 Thread Donk
and choose: Show My Home Page. I think you have checked the option: Show my windows and tabs from my last session. Donk On 8/9/2013 9:47 AM, Tom M. wrote: I use Mozilla Foxfire for my default browser. I've always got the options set to open with my home page. I haven't changed a thing and now

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Home page

2013-08-09 Thread Donk
Yep, you can have as many pages as you want auto open when you start FF. They each open in a different tab. :-) Donk On 8/9/2013 4:00 PM, Holly wrote: I always select the one Tom mentioned. I find it very helpful. However, if I've closed all the windows when I exit I have it set up

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] 4 year compaq service rant/question

2013-08-07 Thread Donk
in your near future. If you get a new PC, and your old hard drive is healthy, it's not difficult to clone your old drive onto the new one. The new one will come with software to do just that. Good luck, Donk On 8/7/2013 6:17 PM, Theresa Ramseyer wrote: Hey Donk, One of the most hair pulling

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] 4 year compaq service rant/question

2013-08-03 Thread Donk
luck, Donk On 8/3/2013 6:39 PM, Theresa Ramseyer wrote: -- Forwarded message -- From: Theresa Ramseyer tlr28...@gmail.com Date: Sat, 3 Aug 2013 17:29:39 -0500 Subject: 4 year compaq service rant/question To: a-1_computer_t...@yahoogroups.com I have a Compaq, about 4 years old

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: New Computer

2013-07-24 Thread Donk
and anger a zillion old office users, so they made sure it would work. There might be a couple apps that fail - but you can find replacements for them like I did. It'll be ok. :-) Donk Donk, You've been talking about dual booting but I've heard Win8 has a virtual machine running XP. I

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] New Computer

2013-07-23 Thread Donk
Hi Holly - I'd like to tell you the jump from XP to Win7 or Win8 won't affect your programs or devices... but it wouldn't be true. I recently upgraded one of my own machines and was surprised how many of my old programs wouldn't run. It's the switch from XP's 32bit architecture to 64bit

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] New Computer

2013-07-23 Thread Donk
, as if). :-) Donk On 7/23/2013 6:24 PM, Holly wrote: Thanks, Donk. I'm getting 8G RAM because I plan to keep this machine for a long time and I do a lot of art and graphics. I'm not doing the touch screen thing. I have two Samsung monitors I've had for a long time and I don't want to go

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Please help if you can

2013-07-15 Thread Donk
started, choose it and follow the instructions. You won't lose any personal data, but you might have to re-install any programs you've added since that date. Donk On 7/15/2013 1:24 PM, Janie Whitmore wrote: Yes. I have a new mouse on it and it is still freezing

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Outlook Express storage folder

2013-07-05 Thread Donk
-virus and firewall get them installed soon. I recommend the built-in Windows firewall, and Microsoft Security Essentials for anti-virus. Both free downloads from MS. Donk On 7/5/2013 1:40 PM, PatB wrote: GASP!! I figured it out! I allowed hidden files to be viewed and there is the file

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Outlook Express storage folder

2013-07-05 Thread Donk
it at the Microsoft website if you decide to try it. Totally free - and absolutely NO nags - unlike all other AV apps. http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=5201 Donk On 7/5/2013 2:54 PM, PatB wrote: Thanks so much. #1. I'd like to trust my professional 'puter guy did

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: internet via laptop.

2013-06-30 Thread Donk
Is the tablet in range of the office wi-fi network? If so, you only need to find the network listed in your tablet's settings, and... connect to it. Donk On Sun, Jun 30, 2013 at 3:11 AM, Bernard Andrades berna...@gmail.comwrote: Dear Friends, Sorry as the last line in my email

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] internet via laptop.

2013-06-29 Thread Donk
like a gear. Once in wi-fi settings you'll see an option to view all available wi-fi networks. Pick your office network from the list and you'll be prompted to enter the password for your network. Get this from the IT person in your office if you aren't sure what it is. Donk On Sat, Jun 29, 2013

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Printing problems with Brother MFC-J615W when using Win.8

2013-06-19 Thread Donk
to print it. Donk On 6/19/2013 5:48 PM, seez...@att.net wrote: My mom and I are having trouble with her Brother MFC-J615W printer when she is using Windows 8. It prints just fine but whenever she has to print a web page, she only can go to the charms area and select devices and then her

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: Cell phones

2013-06-17 Thread Donk
Donk On 6/17/2013 5:56 PM, Theresa wrote: 1. I'm looking at getting a new cell phone too, and appreciate this thread. Never thought about the slider vs. clam shell before, for example. I love the clamshell style. 2. I would like to forward this thread to a friend of mine, who had

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] 2nd Data Hard drive

2013-06-16 Thread Donk
DISKMGMT.MSC. Take a look at the fixed disks. Your original boot disk will likely be labelled Disk 0, and your data disk maybe Disk 1. Does your data disk show more than 1 partition? If so, try deleting any extra partitions - you can likely combine the extra space into the main partition. Donk On 6

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Cell phones

2013-06-16 Thread Donk
out of the box - you can hardly go wrong. Donk On 6/16/2013 4:17 PM, Christopher Range wrote: I need to get a new cell phone. The deciding factors are: 1. Style-Slider 2. Camera-Yes 3. Network-GSM 4. Buttons on front like the Samsung Gravity-No 5. Blackberry-No 6. Unlocked-Yes Does

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Cell phones

2013-06-16 Thread Donk
?feature=player_embeddedv=yj7Fx-7ZLis#! But ultimately you've got to stick with what you are comfortable with. There are still some models of slider phones available and they are usually a lot less expensive than a newer smartphone. Donk On 6/16/2013 10:14 PM, Christopher Range wrote: On 6/16

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Cell phones

2013-06-16 Thread Donk
- using Blackberry's own proprietary OS They are all quite amazing smartphones, but at this point Androids are the most advanced and easy to use. Donk On 6/16/2013 9:50 PM, Cindi Wass wrote: Are all android phones smartphones? From: Donk d.knier

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] No Program List

2013-06-13 Thread Donk
To get to safe mode: Reboot and keep quickly tapping the F8 key until you see the start menu. Then choose Safe Mode. Donk On Jun 12, 2013 7:01 PM, Holly hkl...@gmail.com wrote: I seem to come up with these really strange things. Now it's the fact that when I click on Start/All Programs

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] No Program List

2013-06-13 Thread Donk
I forgot to mention you can also get to System Restore from Start, All PROGRAMS, Accessories, System Tools. Donk On Jun 13, 2013 8:25 AM, Donk d.knier...@verizon.net wrote: To get to safe mode: Reboot and keep quickly tapping the F8 key until you see the start menu. Then choose Safe Mode

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Missing All Programs List

2013-06-13 Thread Donk
firefox -safe-mode, but without the quotation marks. This will start Firefox without any extensions or add-ons. See if Gmail works better now. Maybe it is an extension or add-on that is causing your Gmail probs - just have to figure out which one. Donk On 6/13/2013 5:26 PM, hklass wrote

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Missing All Programs List

2013-06-13 Thread Donk
a website that will explain what each one does: http://www.sysinfo.org/startuplist.php Just type the program name into the search box. Donk On 6/13/2013 6:24 PM, Holly wrote: Guess what, I left the computer for a while and gmail is working now. I guess it wouldn't hurt if you gave me suggestions

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Site for watching TV episodes on Line

2013-06-12 Thread Donk
, or demand a credit card - NOT free. Donk On 6/12/2013 6:20 PM, catrina_satc2000 wrote: I know there is a site you can watch tv episodes that I have missed on Line But I cannot find the link now Does anyone have a link to watch tv episodes on line? Catrina

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] No Program List

2013-06-12 Thread Donk
that, your symptom likely indicates a pretty serious problem with your windows system files - or a virus. Have you tried booting into Safe Mode to see if the list appears normally? If so, it might indicate you've got a background program or virus interfering with the appearance of the list. Donk

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: Email program suggestion?

2013-06-10 Thread Donk
client like Tbird. It is mainly designed to work with the Chrome browser, but I think Firefox and Internet Explorer have plug-ins for it too. I've never tried it but it sounds good. You can install it from your main Gmail page. Donk On 6/10/2013 1:32 AM, Theresa wrote: Holly - Thanks

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Email program suggestion? - just about ready to scream

2013-06-09 Thread Donk
Android smartphone, tablet app. Not sure about iPhone. Donk On 6/8/2013 8:40 PM, Theresa wrote: No, you don't have to close your ears, I'll scream quietly, I promise. :-) While I used to love my Thunderbird email program, I started looking through the folders tonight. It's been a few days

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] How can at I remove Lexmark LEXPPS.EXE files from a dell desktop

2013-06-08 Thread Donk
://www.download3k.com/Install-Delete-Doctor.html This is a tiny utility that I've found to be extremely effective at getting rid of stubborn files. Be sure NOT to click on the big, green DOWNLOAD buttons - they are advertisements. Just click on one of the mirror sites to start the download. Donk On 6

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Default User Account

2013-06-05 Thread Donk
and okay. 4. Go to users accounts in control panel, click on change the way users log on \ off. 5. Put a check in the welcome screen box and then apply options. 6. Log off or reboot and you should come directly to your own profile. Donk On 6/4/2013 5:07 PM, ws wrote: I have several problems with my

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] ati2dvag

2013-06-05 Thread Donk
, Donk On 6/5/2013 7:03 PM, PatB wrote: This showed up after a Windows Update, thankyouverymuch. 1. ati2dvag with a blue screen comes up, completely freezing the computer. device driver got stuck in an infinite loop ... I have to turn it off manually. I've tried a number of Google

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] moving hdd to another PC

2013-06-04 Thread Donk
. Sometimes Windows won't even complain that you're on a new machine (especially if you're on an older version of windows), and even if it does a simple call to Microsoft will fix it. Wishing you luck! If you get a chance... post back and let us know how it went. :-) Donk On 6/4/2013 11:16

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] info/advice needed

2013-05-25 Thread Donk
circulation info from books - but she uses a special library program to sort the data. But then... I've never actually used a scanner so I'm mostly just guessing. Donk On 5/24/2013 6:54 PM, james b wrote: ok guys here is my situation, i am working for a company that installs exede, and i have to do

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] info/advice needed

2013-05-25 Thread Donk
XMDP sounds like an Excel expert. Excel is a pretty amazing program. You probably 'will' be able to get it set up to import your scanned data just the way you want - so I'd say go for it! Donk On 5/25/2013 11:50 AM, xmdp wrote: If all the data gets put into one cell and has to be separated

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Problem with Google Email Password

2013-05-22 Thread Donk
sure the hacker hasn't left himself a back door by allowing multi logins, or message filters, etc. Good luck, Donk On 5/22/2013 10:06 AM, susieque22002 wrote: Every incoming and outgoing email is automatically sending blank (with my signature) emails to all of my contacts. The hacker seems

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Laptop mic not working

2013-05-22 Thread Donk
and let XP re-install them. Wait until you see the message your device drivers have been installed and your device is now ready to use (or similar). There shouldn't be a problem having 2 mics installed - I switch between mine all the time. Donk On 5/22/2013 12:18 PM, thunderrz wrote: I have

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Enlarging certain pages when I need to

2013-05-19 Thread Donk
the word Magnifier will appear. Click on the word and drag it down to anywhere on your taskbar and it will be permanently pinned there for future use. When you want to zoom in on any screen just click on the magnifier icon on the taskbar. Experiment with it - it is totally customizable. Donk

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] possible processor upgrade?

2013-05-16 Thread Donk
try it with your old fan - if it overheats just buy a a new fan. Good luck, Donk On 5/16/2013 10:05 AM, kevin19_89 wrote: i have gateway gt5464 dual core computer. its a 1.6 ghz on each core. i found this on amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GGU09O/sr=8-16/qid=1368712964/ref

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Sound

2013-05-13 Thread Donk
Simplest fix is to try windows built-in System Restore. Tell it to go back to a date previous to when the problem started. Find it under start, programs, accessories, system tools. If that fails you can try reinstalling the drivers from device manager. Good luck, Donk On May 13, 2013 12:23 AM

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Just lost everything in my inbobx on my yahoo mail

2013-05-12 Thread Donk
used to it and get it configured the way it works best for you. Good luck, Donk PS: I'm sure you know this, but... if you go to the main Yahoo site ( http://www.yahoo.com/ ), you'll have to find the My Yahoo link and then log into your account to get your email. On 5/12/2013 2:02 PM

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Looking for advice about cooling fans

2013-05-08 Thread Donk
for me. Good luck, Donk On 5/8/2013 7:46 AM, snowyowl5562 wrote: My laptop went into partition problems so luckily I found a local guy and he came to my house and fixed everything even gave me windows 7. Now I need to buy a cooling fan(pad) not sure what I should get. I live in south

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] About my mom's new laptop with Windows 8 (email especially)

2013-05-03 Thread Donk
the Brother drivers directly onto the new laptop and print directly to the printer. Good luck, Donk On 5/3/2013 3:38 PM, seez...@att.net wrote: Recently my mom bought a new laptop (HP ENVY, 15.6 diagonal, 8GB Memory, 750 GB HD, and m6-1225dx and is also a touch screen) with Windows 8 already

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] SpeedyFox - a neat little program I found for Thunderbird and Firefox - was What sites do you use when researching software decisions?

2013-04-21 Thread Donk
Thanks Theresa. SpeedyFox does seem to be freeware. Did it try to install any adware or toolbars? It's apparently a pretty new app - not many reviews on it yet. But if you say it works well with Tbird I'll take your word for it. Donk On 4/21/2013 6:09 PM, Theresa wrote: Hi :), Thought

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] What sites do you use when researching software decisions?

2013-04-20 Thread Donk
for by a bunch of open source volunteers. Hope all that helps you a little bit at least. :-) Donk On 4/20/2013 11:12 AM, Theresa wrote: Morning :) I'm not sure how to ask this. Some of the changes/upcoming changes in the programs that I use mean that I need to look for replacements. I want

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Downloaded a sewing pattern but is can only be saved as a Vcard file

2013-04-19 Thread Donk
associations are messed up. Posting a link would help us figure that out. Also would help to know what version of windows you use? WinXP, Vista, Win7, Win8, etc. Good luck, Donk On 4/19/2013 3:56 PM, snowyowl5562 wrote: I am new to this one Any help Thank you Teresa in FL

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Fw: Your crop tank top sewing pattern

2013-04-19 Thread Donk
Hi - There's no link to any website or pattern in your email? Was the pattern attached to your email? Or did you go to the website and download it? Good luck, Donk On 4/19/2013 9:22 PM, t wrote: - Forwarded Message - From: Sew in Love r...@sewinlove.com.au To: snowyowl5

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Dual Monitors

2013-04-14 Thread Donk
the brand/model... Good luck, Donk On 4/14/2013 4:47 PM, Holly wrote: Hi, I thought I'd get a jump on things since my computer couldn't find the drivers and so went to download the new one. Unfortunately, (as is my usual experience) they came up with a thing about having to have Java on my computer

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Dual Monitors

2013-04-14 Thread Donk
. Hopefully that'll do it. Good luck, Donk On 4/14/2013 6:31 PM, Holly wrote: Yes, I just looked and it says it supports the 7300 GS. I guess my next step is to uninstall the nView thing and then install? Holly On Sun, Apr 14, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Holly hkl...@gmail.com wrote: I went back

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Dual Monitors

2013-04-13 Thread Donk
find it in control panel, or there might be a tiny icon for it in your lower right screen's system tray. But sometimes your video card will have its own monitor settings that will override the ones in Windows. Good luck, Donk PS: See if a reboot doesn't fix your raggedy text prob with FireFox

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Trying to set up a flat screen monitor to my laptop No signal

2013-04-13 Thread Donk
the built-in screen and the external monitor. Maybe Fn + F5 keys? Check your manual. Good luck, Donk On 4/13/2013 4:00 PM, snowyowl5562 wrote: emachines monitor to toshiba satelite l305 Vista I also tried to put a compaq 1725 on and got the no signal message but about a year ago the compq did work

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Dual Monitors

2013-04-13 Thread Donk
the newest drivers from the NVidia site or your computer maker's support site. Or uninstalling all the NVidia stuff on the computer. Good luck, Donk On 4/13/2013 8:54 PM, Holly wrote: I wrote this response to you a few minutes ago and then it disappeared. I'll try again and will save every

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Java question - xajax

2013-04-11 Thread Donk
) and you can repost and tell us. Good luck, Donk The search results I promised: Search Results Coriolanus http://www.americanshakespearecenter.com/v.php?pg=733 Coriolanus 2003... Location: Education http://www.americanshakespearecenter.com/v.php?pg=7 Research and Scholarship - 2013

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-04-09 Thread Donk
, Computer, System Properties. Good luck, Donk On 4/9/2013 7:11 PM, Janice D wrote: laserjet prof P1102w If you have any questions or problems with any aspect of this site, please feel free to contact me directly bi...@optonline.net Please do not post personal

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-04-09 Thread Donk
Janice - I'm thinking that ALL that other stuff - like checking and re-checking the network - could have been avoided if we had just looked in Device Manager first and seen the drivers were missing. Oh well... glad it's fixed! Good luck, Donk On 4/9/2013 8:43 PM, Janice D wrote: OMG

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Having trouble viewing certain video on Yahoo sites

2013-04-02 Thread Donk
Try going here: http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager07.html and clicking the little box for Never Ask Again. Good luck, Donk On 4/2/2013 7:46 PM, snowyowl5562 wrote: I.yimg is requestin permission If you

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Lenovo B575 Laptop won't POST

2013-04-02 Thread Donk
Yes, it sure sounds like a catastrophic hardware failure. No HD light blink at all? I would try tapping the BIOS entry or Lenovo setup keys... but if you still get nothing there's not much else you can do. Good luck, Donk On 4/2/2013 8:16 PM, ktcomputersystems wrote: I have a Lenovo B575

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-30 Thread Donk
wrong. Good luck, Donk It's your call on the restore. On 3/30/2013 2:21 AM, Janice D wrote: I appreciate all your suggestions. I downloaded the utility and it says everything is ok. I am so afraid I'm going to lose something I need if I do a recovery. What a pain this is. Janice On Fri

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-29 Thread Donk
checked and the pc and printer are both on the same network. I installed driver and re-configured. The sheet prints out you have installed this properly yet still will not print wireless. Could it just be broke? Janice On Tue, Mar 26, 2013 at 9:01 PM, Donk d.knier...@verizon.net wrote

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-29 Thread Donk
. Since the printer did work fine at one time, could you try using Win7's System Restore to go back to a date when the printer worked? Start button, type system restore. Hope they work! Good luck, Donk On 3/29/2013 1:59 PM, Janice D wrote: Yes my printer is there. That should be good, right

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] what causes this bsod and question about xbox live

2013-03-28 Thread Donk
again unless there was a change made to the system. I dunno much about Xbox. You should google for xbox help forums or something and maybe find an xbox forum to post your question. Good luck, Donk On 3/26/2013 10:45 PM, kevin19_89 wrote: tried to load starcraft 2 on my computer gateway gt5464

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-26 Thread Donk
not apply. What a very long headache. Janice On Mon, Mar 25, 2013 at 8:51 PM, Donk d.knier...@verizon.net wrote: ** Ok. Wow, this is getting crazy, lol. I'm thinking maybe your firewall is blocking communication to the printer. Do you know what firewall you have? Norton, AVG, McCaffee

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-26 Thread Donk
, right-click Computer, and choose Properties from the popup menu. It'll tell you there. Good luck, Donk On 3/25/2013 12:21 AM, Janice D wrote: When I tried to re-do it again after watching the video again, It said I was successful but the printer is not communicating with the computer. I

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-25 Thread Donk
... /I did find out that my security password is wpa. The wep does not take on the configure screen. /I'm not sure what you mean? Do you mean that the printer configuration sheet that you print says the printer is using WPA? But your laptop uses a WEP key? Good luck, Donk On 3/25/2013 12:21

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Just given a hp photosmart p1000 not compatible with vista

2013-03-25 Thread Donk
much outta luck. When I upgraded from XP to Win7 I had to trash my perfectly good Canon inkjet (plus I had just bought 2 new spare cartridges). G Good luck, Donk On 3/25/2013 12:30 PM, snowyowl5562 wrote: Is there a way to make it compatible that won't cost me any money Running

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-24 Thread Donk
Are you 100% sure you typed in the WEP key exactly right? It is case sensitive so any capitals have to be capitals. Also be sure you're not typing a zero for the letter O, and vice-versa. Good luck, Donk On 3/24/2013 12:08 AM, Janice D wrote: I went to network and sharing center. I

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-24 Thread Donk
changed the SSID to your name, then in the list of networks on the printer you should see network with your name? If so, try connecting to it. Good luck, Donk On 3/23/2013 11:45 PM, Janice D wrote: I re-configured the printer to be the same wep as the laptop. It said it was successful but when I

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-23 Thread Donk
name (ssid). Is this the same network you saw and connected to when you had your printer hooked up with the usb cable during installation? It should be. Good luck, Donk On 3/22/2013 11:38 PM, Janice D wrote: Here is the message I got after going through all the steps: The printer was able

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Video Card ??

2013-03-23 Thread Donk
for returns so I don't use them anymore). Good luck, Donk On 3/23/2013 1:28 AM, PeterS wrote: Dear Friends - Can you help? Looking to upgrade some PC's I put together awhile ago when ddr, ddr2 dual channel ddr2 was the latest memory configuration. Would like to add video cards to upgrade

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-23 Thread Donk
in your area. The one your printer is on (the SSID from your router) should be listed. Just double click it, and enter the WEP key. That should do it. Good luck, Donk On 3/23/2013 11:19 PM, Janice D wrote: Hi Donk, No it is not. The ssid for the laptop says my name and the one for the printer

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-22 Thread Donk
installation. What program are you using to try to print? Have you tried opening Wordpad (listed under your programs menu) and typing a quick test document to print? When you click the Print option in Wordpad is your printer listed there? Give it a try... Good luck, Donk

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Trojan virus on pc

2013-03-21 Thread Donk
luck, Donk On 3/21/2013 12:58 PM, Philomena Jones wrote: I have Norton but the screen is running constantly with garbage..If I put the Norton disk in will it stop and hopefully a menu will appear to remove the trojan virus... Phil [Non-text portions of this message have been removed

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-17 Thread Donk
called Wireless Network Test somewhere in the menus on the little lcd screen on the printer. Run this test and it will print the results and give you a clue to what the problem is. Good luck, Donk On 3/16/2013 12:31 PM, JSD412 wrote: laserjet P1102w If you

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] HP Wireless Printer will not print

2013-03-17 Thread Donk
::::: 2. To open the embedded Web server, type the IP address into the address line of a Web browser. 3. Click the Networking tab to obtain network information. You can change settings as needed. Good luck, Donk On 3/17/2013 6:33 PM, Janice D wrote: laserjet P1102w [Non-text portions

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Yahoo not working properly

2013-03-07 Thread Donk
from memory, haven't used Vista for a while so my instructions might be a little off). Don On 3/7/2013 11:31 AM, t wrote: Donk had to run security scan twice but it seems to be working properly now. What I am not sure of how to do is install explorer 9, I downloaded the upgrade

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Yahoo not working properly

2013-03-05 Thread Donk
that have accumulated on the laptop over the years will be gone, and the machine will run like it did the day you got it shiny and new! But... let's hope that the virus scan will clean you up. If you have any questions... just repost. Good luck, Donk On 3/5/2013 9:05 AM, snowyowl5562 wrote

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Re: eMachines D3123 recovery partition

2013-02-24 Thread Donk
is required to access the recovery partition. Good luck, Donk On 2/24/2013 11:32 AM, a4f4ah64 wrote: Not really a fix as I discovered most of the 1.7 GB is under a folder that has the name APPS so the remaining space is not enough for windows. There is /i386 folder but not much is in it. Maybe

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Need help downloading and opening some files from this web site.

2013-02-22 Thread Donk
-click it and choose MERGE from the popup menu. Hopefully this will work. Good luck, Donk On 2/22/2013 10:05 AM, t wrote: Hi Donk fjor some reason I can't find the unzip program in my vista any ideas on how to find it or replace it? Thanks Teresa --- On Thu, 2/21/13, Donk d.knier

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Need help downloading and opening some files from this web site.

2013-02-22 Thread Donk
You're welcome Teresa! On 2/22/2013 8:30 PM, t wrote: Donk you are great. It all worked perfectly. Thank you once again Teresa --- On Fri, 2/22/13, t snowyowl5...@yahoo.com wrote: From: t snowyowl5...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Need help downloading and opening some

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Need help downloading and opening some files from this web site.

2013-02-21 Thread Donk
. Then just follow the directions. A folder called PatchworkPouffeDiags will be created in the same folder that you downloaded the .zip file to. A .pdf file called PatchworkPouffeDiags.pdf will be created. Double-click this file to open it in Acrobat. That should do it. Good luck, Donk On 2/21

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] eMachines D3123 recovery partition

2013-02-19 Thread Donk
). Anyway, you can check ebay for a restore CD. Here's one I found that might be worth a try - only $5 with free shipping: http://bit.ly/13314Gz Good luck, Donk On 2/18/2013 10:17 PM, a4f4ah64 wrote: eMachines D3123 If you have any questions or problems

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] What is AC technology

2013-02-14 Thread Donk
router or device you buy. Might as well wait. Good luck, Donk On 2/13/2013 10:46 PM, Cindi Wass wrote: I am reading ads for AC technology, ultimate wifi coverage, 3X faster, next generation wi-fi, it says. What is it, and how is it used? [Non-text portions of this message have been removed

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] disk imaging?

2013-01-21 Thread Donk
.) Etc., etc. Good luck, Donk On 1/21/2013 5:03 PM, ger_ila wrote: Can anyone suggest or recommend the best way to image/clone a hdd? I want to get an image of a disk with nothing more on it than the OS and it must be bootable, all for reasons too boring and not really relevant. I've been looking

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] GMail refuses to delete my messages

2013-01-11 Thread Donk
be deleted from gmail's server. Have you called your ISP and asked them about it? And also complained about rain affecting your service? I would think the onus is on THEM to be sure you have good service and are a happy customer. Just sayin' Good luck, Donk On 1/10/2013 7:57 AM, Theresa

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Problem with a mahjong game not working on dell laptop windows 8

2013-01-08 Thread Donk
different compatibility modes (Win8, WinXP SP2, etc.). Hopefully one of them will work. If you don't have a shortcut on the desktop, repost for instructions on how to create one. Good luck, Donk On 1/7/2013 12:06 PM, snowyowl5562 wrote: the game is Hoyle Majong. I installed into a friends

Re: [A-1-Computer_Tech] Servads.com n' Domains.A

2013-01-08 Thread Donk
option. Good luck, Donk On 1/8/2013 3:16 AM, Chris Range wrote: I have been trying to get rid of these two viruses, without any luck. A lot of the programs suggested to get rid of them, require purchasing the program, or the program didn't work. There has got to be something simpler than

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