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| | So this is a new spin on the missing CD-Rom/DVD-rom from My Computer issue others have had in the past. The problem: DVD-Rom and CD-Rom have seemingly gone missing from both Device Manager and My Computer on XP. Here's where its strange though: 1. I know they are connected just … |
| | I downloaded a self-extracting exe "py2exe-0.6.9.win32-py2.6.exe" from sourceforge. When I attempt to open this file, I get the following message "This application has failed to start because the application configuration is incorrect". I have successfully opened the file on another win-xp box but I need to have this on the …  |
| | i am running windows xp media centre sp3 on a p4 machine, this had been working fine up until malware infected it. Took the decision to format the hard drive and install from fresh. I am unable to do the 30 day registration a network connections not allowing a LAN. … |
| | A while back someone suggested having, as part of your antimalware arsenal, some app that could be installed on a flash drive which could supposedly detect any spyware / malware on whatever computer the flash drive was plugged into. (I think the app was DOS-based, and it could work even … |
| | Tried to use the cmd command and received this message: [U][B]"The command prompt has been disabled by your administrator"[/B][/U] OS is WinXP SP2 and have not had this problem prior to SP2, but just do not remember if I have succesfully used the "cmd" since the SP2 upgrade. I am … |
| | Newbie problem. For some reason, I can't get this to work: [CODE] FOR /L %%A IN (1 1 23) DO ( if %%A==1 set drive=C: if %%A==2 set drive=D: if %%A==3 set drive=E: if %%A==4 set drive=F: if %%A==5 set drive=G: if %%A==6 set drive=H: if %%A==7 set drive=I: if … |
| | Can't find a database forum, so I'm posting here. If this is no good, perhaps someone can effectively redirect me... _______________________________ On starting SQL Server Management Studio Express, I get a message that says: [code] _________________________________________________ | Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio Express | ^ | /!\ The file C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\mscorlib.tlb … |
| | I recently wiped out my hard drive so I could reinstall everything to start fresh. I was having problems with the RAM running at 100% only when I was online doing simple games. I replaced the video card, I've added memory and even set up page file to try to … |
| | I am currently searching through Google results but I was hoping someone would be able to assist me here too. I am looking for a VB script that will stop more than one service on a Windows 2003 server then set it Disabled. We are using System Center Configuration Manager … |
 | Hello all, I have an office network of 6 computers or so running Windows XP. Sporatically 3 of them now will not perform search. They will start up the search program, but they will run and run and never find anything, even if I search the exact file name in … |
| | After running Norton 360 and deleting a virus, I can no longer launch programs without choosing the program from the program chooser box. This happens from the Quicklauch, Start Menu or shortcuts. Any idea if I am missing a file or how to replace it? |
| | I want to test the functionality of a Rs-232 - to - Ethernet converter. I am looking for a application that will let me send a known string of values to the serial port. If anybody has any idea please let me know. A C++/Java implementation is much appreciated as … |
| | Hey guys, I have Windows XP Pro installed on a SATA drive and have now added a IDE drive containing Windows Server 2003 . Now the problem is, depending on the boot order of the disk drives, I can only load either XP or 2003. I do not get a … |
| | Got a Dell Inspiron 2650 used for real cheap running XP. Not a bad machine, but only 256MB RAM (2x128). Crucial says the max upgrade is 2x256...but they are sold out of that part for weeks now. Grrr. AND, the second module is inaccessible. More accurately, you have to disassemble … |
| | Hi Guys, :icon_smile: I have a problem with my Internet Connection. Here is the scenario: My workstation (WinXPSP3) is connected in a Corporate Network and my IP Address is assigned statically and reserved in our DHCP Server. I am connected on a VLAN 27 so my Gateway is 192.168.27.1 and … |
| | Recently I had a small problem to log in my computer. After getting password it just remains idle for a longer time, only showing my desktop background. I tried to repair the OS... But no bootable CD is running, so i am not able to proceed further... I don't know …  |
| | This is a very strange problem, Windows Media Player and Windows Calculator start without any commands. Windows Media Player starts without any action by user, after closing it is back within seconds. In addition you can minimize the widow and it returns to the desktop within seconds. With Calculator once … |
| | I have Windows XP, sp-2 installed in my laptop. I have stored personal file as hidden file and set the properties 'do not show hidden files and folders' on as anyone else can't see the files. But when I tried to disable this feature and enable the feature 'show hidden … |
| | :cry: I am using Dell Dimension 4500S with Windows XP home edition. When I start my computer it reads 'PLUG & PLAY CONFIGURATION ERROR' Press F1 to continue and F2 to run set up. Also, when I enter in to my system I cannot adjust the 640x480 resolution w- 16 … |
| | When starting my windvd it keeps telling me that it has encountered a problem and needs to close. what can i do to solve this problem  |
 | I can't figure this out for the life of me... I have a network of computers here (all macs) except for one sole windows XP client. The server is OSX as well. I can connect to the network, and the internet when I assign an IP statically, however the DHCP … |
| | I have an older laptop that i got from a friend. I am trying to connect to the internet and even though I have the ethernet cable connected directly to the computer I can not get connection. I was told to do an ipconfig and the number came up as … |
| | Hi there I am working on a Dell Dimension Desktop with ONLY USB for Keyboard or Mouse, NO PS2 Ports. I had to add new KB and mouse, only problem is that when it goes into Windows it tries to install a driver for them and the "do you want … |
| | Ok so I have an issue thats really starting to get annoying. When I try to open "My Computer" it freezes. Not the whole PC, just "My Computer" If I wait long enough it will eventually start working again. But thats usually takes anywhere from a min to 2 mins. … |
| | With all the coverage of last week's Windows 7 launch, it was easy to overlook news of the forthcoming release of SharePoint Server 2010, the next edition of Redmond's collaboration platform. A public beta is expected next month, which according a speech given by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer last week … |
| | Hi guys, I tried to disable autorun for all devices, but it there's no sistem tab group editor. When runing gpedit.msc, group editor opens but in Administrator Templates tab there are only windows components listed. No system, no network or other devices. Can anyone help? Thanks in advance, C. |
| | Recently my browser started to repeatedly lose the ability to support multiple tabs. In Internet Explorer 8, I click on the drop-down menu arrow on the right side of the Command Bar's Home button, select Add or Change Home Page from that drop-down menu, and then select "Use the current … |
| | my sister's xp computer has a sd card slot which has worked before. Now whenever an sd card is put into the slot it see it, but then it says there is no driver. When I go check in device manger it says the driver is working correctly. can any … |
| | I tried searching the forum but could'nt find anything on this topic. I just got a new laptop, and the time is in 24 hour format. I cannot seem to find the option to change it to 12 hour. Im using XP (home edition) Thanks |
| | I can't safely remove my External Hard drive: Maxtor OneTouch Mini 4. This has happened a few times, and I used unlocker but i've heard that unlocker now has a secret virus. I also tried downloading it again last week and McAfee said it was a Trojan, and deleted it … |
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