What else is loaded and running in the background? HH "name" wrote in message ... Hello. I have a compaq deskpro (EXD/C600/10c/9/64 NL) running windows 2000 which has an integrated soundcard (SoundMAX...

I am working on a compaq 5000 with an AMD K6-II processor in it and I cannot figure out why it constantly freezes up on me. I have completely formatted and restored the OS (Win ME) and done a BIOS (ROMpaq) update. I have run a test on all of the hardware and it checks out OK using the Compaq...

My nephew upgraded his PC(this computer) to a faster one. He took the HD with him. So what is left is the case, MB, CPU. I installed HD(with OS), HD2, CD, SDRAM(168pin) and a NIC. All the parts have worked in other systems. PROBLEM: I see the COMPAQ logo and it goes through the mem count...

I am trying to help my young grandson with his laptop. Windows will not open. I get a screen for booting in safe mode but it won't boot. A blue screen flashes by so quickly I can't see what it is. I've tried restoring defaults and testing the HDD, which tested ok. How can I get to the command...

hello. i'am using compaq proliant ml350 server machine. that machine was a server in any concern but now i'am using this computer in house. long time that computer work good and stable, but now i have a problem. booting take up many time, it's really long time. (5 minut - windows XP)

Mumbato wrote: Hello, all. I'm new to this group, and also to laptops. I have experience with building and repairing home PCs, however this is my first laptop. I purchased a used Compaq Armada 1750 at an auction, and it needed a HD and caddy. I obtained those online, however, when I...

Hi, (useless questions here) I have a Presario 1500 and when I watch a DVD, everything works fine until I unplug the AC. After that the playback is messed up, eg. the sound is sloppy and the picture hangs sometimes. My guess is that the power management kicks in, thus slowing down the CPU and...

Have been given a laptop to 'look' at by a relative who suspects his daughter may have dropped it though there is no obvious outward sign of damage. Appears to boot OK but screen is blank. Adding an external monitor confirms that it seems to run OK. However, I have also noticed if machine is tilted...

I have a desktop called pressario 5900T. I upgraded my OS to winXP from win98. After this upgradation, I am not able to connect the computer to TV. In the display I don't see TV monitor installed. What is the problem? I guess, the right drivers are not installed. Where do I find the right...

I have a presario 6450nx with XP home edition with all the update from windows update site. I used to be able to use the standby mode but I can`t anymore and I don`t exactly remember when that has started. Everytime I try to put in standby mode, the computer stop for 5 seconds and then restart. I...

the ventilator doesn't turn permanently. It seem to work, but from time to time only. Is that normal operation ?

Hi! I have a big problem with a Compaq EVO D310 and a ASUS V9180 Magic/Geforce 4 MX440 (AGP). There's an integrated graphics interface at the motherboard of the Compaq that probably refuses me to install anything new cards. I have tried to plug in the new graphics card to the compaq but it does...

Bonjour à la liste. J'ai un problème entre un ordinateur Compact Présario et une freebox. Je peux me connecter en coupant/remettant le courant dans la freebox, le pc allumé. Les deux diodes de la freebox se mettent au vert et j'obtiens l'adsl. Par contre si j'éteins et rallume le pc ou mise en...

I am trying to create a bootable cd to use on the DL320. The intention is to boot into DOS, launch GHOST and restore a Linux Image. This works with no problems on a number of IBM platforms, I create the CD with Roxio using the make a bootable cd option, this is made from a bootable floppy that...

Hi, I've a Compaq P4 1.7Ghz with the Spider-S motherboard. I run WinXP pro. Recently, I bought a new graphics card, a HIS ATI Radeon 9550 (AGP). Problem is that it's impossible to have it installed. Windows says that the card isn't installed properly and won't be able to use it correctly. Greatful...

Hi, last week I bought a second-hand Compaq Proliant ML350 server. There are 2 SCSI 9 GB drives in it, but they are not connected (I was told), and there's also a 80 GB IDE drive, as well as a SCSI tape unit and a CD-ROM drive. The computer won't boot from the hard drive, but that's okay:...

It is running Windows 98SE with 96MB of RAM 1) Standby no longer works. I hear the sound when I press the button, but thats it 2) Its become unreliable- I ran Norton Win Doctor and the problems have remained, and as far as I know all viruses and spyware are off (I have NAV and McAfee Anti...

Both my father and I are experiencing problems with the system either locking up during or os files becoming corrupted after installing Nortons Anti-Virus updates. So far this year both systems have required me to do full formats and re-installs of xp. Just wondering if this is a common problem. My...

a few months ago, I bought a used Presario 1925 laptop, with the detachable DVD/floppy drive wedge. Other than the battery only giving about 5 minutes of operating time, and the DVD only playing about 10-15 minutes before it starts skipping and finally locks up, I've been pleased with it, and...

Hi! Does someone know why the file CPQDFWAG.exe is started automatically? It takes 48Mb on my notebook. TIA Fredrik