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[Jzero]

Okay so this is the first time this has happened to me while repairing a computer. I replaced the mobo on a guys computer and installed the drivers and it worked fine for a month but after he called and said his computer didn't want to boot. so i looked at it again and noticed that the bios wasn't recognizing the sata ports for some reason. could it have been a problem with the mobo itself or something i or he did wrong?

 

[parrotbeak]

I've used Windows 7 at home for a couple years now and love it, but just switched at work and it's giving me some problems. It's late in the day and hoping GAF can give me some easy fixes.

1. I can't rename shared folders on our server unless I do a disk cleanup to delete thumbs and then reboot my computer. I googled and skimmed a bunch of complicated shit, but I'm too tired to figure this out now. Easy answer? I don't have the Local Group Policy Editor, or it doesn't come up in search anyway.

2. Inactive desktop icons disappear sometimes if the server isn't connected. Seems like this is a function of the automatic system maintenance now but I can't figure out how to change the settings.

Thanks!

 

[PhoenixDark]

Just to confirm again, PCI Express 2.1 x16 card is compatible with a PCI Express 2.0 x16 mobo slot right? I just ordered a Radeon 5770, and even though I've read it'll be fine I want GAF's verdict. I always get kind of nervous after spending more than $100, sort of like worrying whether you put your name on your test after handing it to your teacher.

 

[Futureman]

selling an external HD.

Is one-pass erase enough? or should I do three?

or one pass twice...

 

[Lionheart1337]

Just to confirm again, PCI Express 2.1 x16 card is compatible with a PCI Express 2.0 x16 mobo slot right? I just ordered a Radeon 5770, and even though I've read it'll be fine I want GAF's verdict. I always get kind of nervous after spending more than $100, sort of like worrying whether you put your name on your test after handing it to your teacher.

Yea I have a 2.1 card in it works in my 2.0 slot just fine.

 

[Jzero]

selling an external HD.

Is one-pass erase enough? or should I do three?

or one pass twice...

well the files are still gonna be there if some one tries to recover them. that's why people say to beat the shit out of a hard drive and/or open it when your're throwing it out.

Try something from Here though.

 

[BeautifulMemory]

Please Help me!

I am moving soon and going to get Comcast again. I don't want their modem this time and I am going to buy it on my own.

There is such a thing as a wireless router + cable modem all in one, is there? I want the wireless for my laptop, psp, and 3DS.

If so, is this good/good deal?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001MQSB2/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[clav]

Please Help me!

I am moving soon and going to get Comcast again. I don't want their modem this time and I am going to buy it on my own.

There is such a thing as a wireless router + cable modem all in one, is there? I want the wireless for my laptop, psp, and 3DS.

If so, is this good/good deal?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001MQSB2/?tag=neogaf0e-20

Try to get a modem that is DOCSIS 3.0. No reason to stay on 2.0 unless you're going with a cheaper package.

However, DOCSIS 3.0 availability depends on area, so you may want to check on packages first.

As for all-in-ones, I don't recommend them because if something breaks down you have to replace the whole thing.

Up to you though.

Do you have a budget to spend or are you willing to pay more/less for reliability?

 

[BeautifulMemory]

Try to get a modem that is DOCSIS 3.0. No reason to stay on 2.0 unless you're going with a cheaper package.

However, DOCSIS 3.0 availability depends on area, so you may want to check on packages first.

As for all-in-ones, I don't recommend them because if something breaks down you have to replace the whole thing.

Up to you though.

Do you have a budget to spend or are you willing to pay more/less for reliability?

I would prefer a budget. I really only want those things for casual uses. Surfing and video game, so I must admit my ignorance when you mention the DOCSIS 3.0

If you do recommend getting it separately then I will do so. Do you have any recommendation? Again, just very lite usage

 

[Mr Nightman]

I would prefer a budget. I really only want those things for casual uses. Surfing and video game, so I must admit my ignorance when you mention the DOCSIS 3.0

If you do recommend getting it separately then I will do so. Do you have any recommendation? Again, just very lite usage

i got this modem recently been great and is docsis 3.0 rated. It is coupled with a linksys e1000 wireless n router which also works great. the link i put for it is recertified for half the price, got mine recertified as well was like new

 

[BeautifulMemory]

i got this modem recently been great and is docsis 3.0 rated. It is coupled with a linksys e1000 wireless n router which also works great. the link i put for it is recertified for half the price, got mine recertified as well was like new

Motorola seems to make good modems, no?

 

[Mr Nightman]

Motorola seems to make good modems, no?

yes, had an older motorola modem go 6 years rock solid, very good brand, same goes for linksys they are awesome

 

[clav]

Motorola seems to make good modems, no?

Motorola's DSL modems are bad. I owned one that lasted only for one year. Apparently, everyone who owned that same model all experienced a one year life span of ownership.

Motorola 2210 for the record.

 

[BeautifulMemory]

yes, had an older motorola modem go 6 years rock solid, very good brand, same goes for linksys they are awesome

I will keep those two brands in mind. Thanks! btw, since I am going to get cable from comcast, I need to make sure I am getting to CABLE modem not ADSL, rightt?

 

[clav]

I will keep those two brands in mind. Thanks! btw, since I am going to get cable from comcast, I need to make sure I am getting to CABLE modem not ADSL, rightt?

Yes cable.

Also, Linksys doesn't make routers like they used to do.

I'm still looking at an affordable option for you that makes sense. You said you don't do much.

 

[Mr Nightman]

I will keep those two brands in mind. Thanks! btw, since I am going to get cable from comcast, I need to make sure I am getting to CABLE modem not ADSL, rightt?

would ask them, im not too sure about comcast service, you can give them a call and ask what modems are supported or give them the model number

 

[clav]

would ask them im not too sure about comcast service, you can give them a call and ask what modems are supported

Technically, it doesn't matter what modem as Comcast just needs to record the MAC address of the modem to their network.

I've seen instances that people say the modem is incompatible but after a readout and entry of the MAC address into the system, the modem works.

 

[BeautifulMemory]

Yes cable.

Also, Linksys doesn't make routers like they used to do.

I'm still looking at an affordable option for you that makes sense. You said you don't do much.

yeah I don't do much. Most I do is online play and streaming

 

[Mr Nightman]

Technically, it doesn't matter what modem as the Comcast just needs to record the MAC address of the modem to their network.

I've seen instances that people say the modem is incompatible but after a readout and entry of the MAC address into the system, the modem works.

just thought better be safe than sorry, wouldnt take much to check though

 

[BeautifulMemory]

just thought better be safe than sorry, wouldnt take much to check though

But thanks for the good idea...I will double check with them

 

[Mr Nightman]

But thanks for the good idea...I will double check with them

not a problemo man

 

[clav]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M3SHXA/?tag=neogaf0e-20

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002KSQ0N6/?tag=neogaf0e-20

I came up with this. The total cost is going to be a little less.

Ultimately, this is up to you though. The router that Mr Nightman suggested has a nice price.

Preferably I would go with an ASUS WL520GU, but the default router firmware sucks. If you upgrade it to Tomato USB, then it becomes a fantastic router, but I don't know how comfortable you are doing that.

You can also go with what you originally suggested. I just don't like all-in-one solutions, but there are people out there who do like them.

 

[BeautifulMemory]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M3SHXA/?tag=neogaf0e-20

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002KSQ0N6/?tag=neogaf0e-20

I came up with this. The total cost is going to be a little less.

Ultimately, this is up to you though. The router that Mr Nightman suggested has a nice price.

Preferably I would go with an ASUS WL520GU, but the default router firmware sucks. If you upgrade it to Tomato USB, then it becomes a fantastic router, but I don't know how comfortable you are doing that.

You can also go with what you originally suggested. I just don't like all-in-one solutions, but there are people out there who do like them.

Good looking out! I will go with the dual set up then. Knew it was too good to be true (for the all-in-one) =/

 

[clav]

Good looking out! I will go with the dual set up then. Knew it was too good to be true (for the all-in-one) =/

I've seen the Linksys CM100 cable modem sell for $20-$30 in the past. I guess it's not sold any more.

Let us know what you end up purchasing.

 

[ChoklitReign]

Some of my shortcuts in Windows 7 are not working. I can't dock windows with Win + arrow and I can't maximize windows by dragging them to the top. How do I fix it?

For the new page

 

[clav]

For the new page

Check your accessibility options (Windows-key U) if you have these enabled:

If your screens match mine, then Aero Snap should work.

Let me know if you still have trouble.

Do you have a dual screen setup?

Also, is Aero enabled?

 

[Darklord]

I just updated Vista 64bit with its normal updates and now my weather gadget on the right has a glitched pink line around it. What can I fix that? I tried removed the whole thing and putting it back but it's still there.

 

[I'm an expert]

Wow I didn't know this thread even existed..ok..I'll give it a shot.

I bought a new netbook in May - Asus EEE-PC Seashell 1215T. Right out of the box, I turned it on, set it up, played with it, then went to shut it down. It would not shut down. As soon as the netbook shuts down, it's dead for a second, then immediately reboots. I tried for weeks to troubleshoot it with every known fix (energy settings, turning off the wireless adapter, switching everything on or off in the bios, updating any and every driver) and could not fix it. I resort to having to unplug the netbook everytime I shut it down in that brief second before it reboots. ALSO the system will not go into sleep mode if I close the laptop lid, it does the same thing as when I shut down, kinda blips like it's going into sleep mode but then resumes itself.

Now, a month into owning it the problem magically went away. The netbook shut down just fine. Also when I'd close the lid, boom, sleep mode. I don't remember doing anything different whatsoever. Then a month later, the problem started up again..and again I have no idea why.

I haven't checked in a while, but I remember when I first troubleshooted that there is indeed some kind of fatal error that happens when I shut down..I think I read it in the Windows logs? I read that if it's an inherent motherboard problem I have no choice but to just have it serviced.

My hunch, though, is something with the USB drives. I always have something connected to the USB drives (mouse, iPod charger) and I remember the one month of the problem resolving I wasn't using the USB drives much.

Shrug. If anyone has any ideas or wants me to do anything just let me know.

 

[clav]

I just updated Vista 64bit with its normal updates and now my weather gadget on the right has a glitched pink line around it. What can I fix that? I tried removed the whole thing and putting it back but it's still there.

http://i.imgur.com/4Hr5C.jpg

This really won't help your problem, but I stopped using gadgets as they seemed like half-supported features MS shoved out to compete with OS X's Widgets. The gadgets always had annoying bugs for me. For instance, the weather gadget would sometimes be always on top even though I did not select it as so.

I suppose when Windows 8 rolls around, the Live tiles from WP7 will replace Gadgets. By then, add-ons will be non-issues.

As for now, I would use a Desktop organizer like Rainmeter: http://rainmeter.net/RainCMS/

Some people in the monthly post your Desktop threads know their stuff when it comes to that. Ask them for advice.

Wow I didn't know this thread even existed..ok..I'll give it a shot.

I bought a new netbook in May - Asus EEE-PC Seashell 1215T. Right out of the box, I turned it on, set it up, played with it, then went to shut it down. It would not shut down. As soon as the netbook shuts down, it's dead for a second, then immediately reboots. I tried for weeks to troubleshoot it with every known fix (energy settings, turning off the wireless adapter, switching everything on or off in the bios, updating any and every driver) and could not fix it. I resort to having to unplug the netbook everytime I shut it down in that brief second before it reboots. ALSO the system will not go into sleep mode if I close the laptop lid, it does the same thing as when I shut down, kinda blips like it's going into sleep mode but then resumes itself.

Now, a month into owning it the problem magically went away. The netbook shut down just fine. Also when I'd close the lid, boom, sleep mode. I don't remember doing anything different whatsoever. Then a month later, the problem started up again..and again I have no idea why.

I haven't checked in a while, but I remember when I first troubleshooted that there is indeed some kind of fatal error that happens when I shut down..I think I read it in the Windows logs? I read that if it's an inherent motherboard problem I have no choice but to just have it serviced.

My hunch, though, is something with the USB drives. I always have something connected to the USB drives (mouse, iPod charger) and I remember the one month of the problem resolving I wasn't using the USB drives much.

Shrug. If anyone has any ideas or wants me to do anything just let me know.

Check for a BIOS update for your netbook.

Make sure your battery is charged fully and AC adapter plugged in before attempting.

Close all programs in Windows before running.

http://www.asus.com/Eee/Eee_PC/Eee_PC_1215T/#download

Oh, you're having a BSOD error. Can you post the log of the fatal error from Event Viewer?

From the way you described the problem, I would get it serviced.

ASUS quality control has been so-so recently.

 

[Meier]

I'm somewhat embarassed to say that I've always been a bit lax about backing up. I have an external with some stuff on there but it's photos, music, etc. Nothing OS related.

I bought a second HDD and created a "backup" partition on it to make it so I could restore Windows if my primary HDD ever crashed. I found a recomendation online that said I should set aside 30-60 gigs of space so I did 60.

The embedded backup software in Windows 7 seems to want to backup the ENTIRE drive over though which I have no interest in doing nor do I have the space. How can I backup just the actual system files so that I can restore from it if need be? I'm at a bit of a loss.

Thanks!

 

[Lionel Mandrake]

I'll just repost my gif question here.

I've made a couple of gifs with Jasc animation studio now, but I'm having trouble with one. I've tried uploading it to tinypic and imgur, but on both site it failed to process. It's not a size issue. It's well under tinypic's allotted 5 MB, and I even made a copy compressed to maximum proportions with the same result. I just tried photobucket, and the upload stopped at 94% and there was an error. Jasc didn't have a problem recognizing any of the jpgs I used, so I don't think it's a corruption there.

Any ideas?

 

[BeautifulMemory]

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002M3SHXA/?tag=neogaf0e-20

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002KSQ0N6/?tag=neogaf0e-20

I came up with this. The total cost is going to be a little less.

Ultimately, this is up to you though. The router that Mr Nightman suggested has a nice price.

Preferably I would go with an ASUS WL520GU, but the default router firmware sucks. If you upgrade it to Tomato USB, then it becomes a fantastic router, but I don't know how comfortable you are doing that.

You can also go with what you originally suggested. I just don't like all-in-one solutions, but there are people out there who do like them.

Hi + Mr.Nightman! =)

I decided to go with above. I really don't know what the DUCOSIS (sp?) 3.0 does, and I do not plan to do anything heavy anyway. I just wanna play, surf, and watch porn. Both the modem and router are rated very highly on Amazon, and the modem is listed on comcast's compatibility list as well (albeit with a low rating)

I really like the lower pricing, so that's what I went with. Hopefully Comcast won't bite me in the butt for this.
Hi! =)

Edit: I lied about the router. I went with this instead

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BTL0OA/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[Meier]

Hmm.. so I raised the size of the backup partition to about 120 GB and ran the utility with the option of let windows select the items to backup rather than do the system image. It backed up about 100 GB but it says there isn't enough room. I didn't realize the backup would just be an image file essentially.

Will this suffice in terms of restoring the Windows OS in a worst case scenario? I have Windows 7 Professional.

 

[PhoenixDark]

I'm planning on updating to Win7 tonight. I know I won't be able to do a simple update, so I'm wondering if there's a way to keep certain files without using an external hd? A friend told me I could cut and paste files out of the Program Files in order for them to be kept during the process (ie remove say, my SC2 or WoW files and put them somewhere else in the C file). Is this true, and would it work for music/other files as well?

 

[barnone]

I have a disk image file on my PC. What's the best way to install this program without burning it to a disc?

 

[J2 Cool]

My mom's computer died, 90% it's the motherboard. So she wanted some help recovering files. I decided to take her hard drive out, hook it up to a spare computer, and extract some music and other stuff she needs. Alas, I get to the hard drive, and I never encountered this kind of plug-ins before.

I imagine it's made specifically for Acer computers, and I may need one cord to connect to a traditional data cable that would interconnect with these? I'm sure it's amateur stuff, but I could use some help. Thanks..

Seagate Barracuda 7200.8 200gb

 

[Mr Nightman]

My mom's computer died, 90% it's the motherboard. So she wanted some help recovering files. I decided to take her hard drive out, hook it up to a spare computer, and extract some music and other stuff she needs. Alas, I get to the hard drive, and I never encountered this kind of plug-ins before.

I imagine it's made specifically for Acer computers, and I may need one cord to connect to a traditional data cable that would interconnect with these? I'm sure it's amateur stuff, but I could use some help. Thanks..

Seagate Barracuda 7200.8 200gb

those smaller plugs are sata (serial ata) basically is the new standard for hdd's and dvd drives
smaller one is the data sata connection

and then a sata power connector from the power supply, and if the psu doesn't have a sata power, you can get an adapter like this

You could also buy a hard drive external enclosure if your mobo doesnt have sata ports

 

[clav]

Hmm.. so I raised the size of the backup partition to about 120 GB and ran the utility with the option of let windows select the items to backup rather than do the system image. It backed up about 100 GB but it says there isn't enough room. I didn't realize the backup would just be an image file essentially.

Will this suffice in terms of restoring the Windows OS in a worst case scenario? I have Windows 7 Professional.

The Windows Vista/7 installation is done by deflating an image file on to your hard drive. That's why the installation time is short.

With that said, if you want to image again, it's advised to do it right after Windows 7 is installed.

You have to image the whole drive if you want to do a backup of a drive. That's just how it works.

Alternatively, if you just want to backup your personal stuff, you can use the Windows Easy Transfer Utility to do so and set it on a monthly basis.

A better solution would be to use a server to backup your stuff like FreeNAS or Windows Home Server.

I'm planning on updating to Win7 tonight. I know I won't be able to do a simple update, so I'm wondering if there's a way to keep certain files without using an external hd? A friend told me I could cut and paste files out of the Program Files in order for them to be kept during the process (ie remove say, my SC2 or WoW files and put them somewhere else in the C file). Is this true, and would it work for music/other files as well?

I've done that for WoW. Works fine, so I would think it would work for SC2.

For Steam, copy the C:\Program Files\Steam\steamapps folder

Be sure to backup your bookmarks and check your My Documents folder for game saves.

I have a disk image file on my PC. What's the best way to install this program without burning it to a disc?

What format is the disk image? If the disk will be used under Windows, then install DAEMON Tools Lite. Be sure to uncheck the bloatware (custom installation).

For Linux, you can mount the drive through command line or use Gmount-iso.

Otherwise, if this image is a Linux distro or some boot utility, then you'll need a USB drive.

My mom's computer died, 90% it's the motherboard. So she wanted some help recovering files. I decided to take her hard drive out, hook it up to a spare computer, and extract some music and other stuff she needs. Alas, I get to the hard drive, and I never encountered this kind of plug-ins before.

I imagine it's made specifically for Acer computers, and I may need one cord to connect to a traditional data cable that would interconnect with these? I'm sure it's amateur stuff, but I could use some help. Thanks..

http://i54.tinypic.com/2wlst1y.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/2ia7wpi.jpg

http://i52.tinypic.com/166hydg.jpg
Seagate Barracuda 7200.8 200gb

That's a SATA drive.

I find it surprising you haven't worked with SATA drives before. The second drive in the second picture is a PATA drive.

As for your problem, purchase yourself one of these. It'll save you a lot of time

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OORMVQ/?tag=neogaf0e-20

Alternatively, you could purchase a hard drive dock, but it will only work with SATA drives. The link above will work with anything. I would buy from a reputable seller (i.e. Amazon direct).

If you want to take this a step further, then instead of purchasing the above, purchase a 3.5" external SATA hard drive enclosure ($20-$30 USD), so you can transform an internal hard drive to an external one.

 

[Meier]

The Windows Vista/7 installation is done by deflating an image file on to your hard drive. That's why the installation time is short.

With that said, if you want to image again, it's advised to do it right after Windows 7 is installed.

You have to image the whole drive if you want to do a backup of a drive. That's just how it works.

Alternatively, if you just want to backup your personal stuff, you can use the Windows Easy Transfer Utility to do so and set it on a monthly basis.

A better solution would be to use a server to backup your stuff like FreeNAS or Windows Home Server.

So.. since I didn't back up JUST the clean install, I'm kinda screwed? That seems so silly to me. I've got my personal stuff backed up separately on an external.. so really, I guess there isn't much reason to use this second hard drive as anything but just extra storage space?

 

[SSGMUN10000]

OK guys this issue is driving me nuts. Every picture I have on my pc shows up as a copy in my video folder. I try deleting them but after awhile they pop up again in the video folder. I really can't figure this out. I am on Windows 7. Any helps or suggestions will be appreciated.

 

[clav]

So.. since I didn't back up JUST the clean install, I'm kinda screwed? That seems so silly to me. I've got my personal stuff backed up separately on an external.. so really, I guess there isn't much reason to use this second hard drive as anything but just extra storage space?

Well, I wouldn't say screwed. The way you're using backup doesn't fit your model unless you're backing it up to an external hard drive rather than the internal one.

I guess for you, just backup the full drive backup to an external as an image every now and then. You can resize your main drive to full.

Also be sure to keep backups of external hard drives as well. One day, you never know if something beyond your control will happen to it. For me, I learned that the hard way.

These days, there are cloud services like SkyDrive, Dropbox, Amazon storage, Google Documents, and others. Use them to your advantage.

OK guys this issue is driving me nuts. Every picture I have on my pc shows up as a copy in my video folder. I try deleting them but after awhile they pop up again in the video folder. I really can't figure this out. I am on Windows 7. Any helps or suggestions will be appreciated.

Check your Locations folder. What does it have mapped?

Also, do you use any third party organization software (i.e. Picasa, Windows Live Photo Gallery)?

 

[ChoklitReign]

My Amazon account has fucked up. It says I'm a Student Prime member until March 2012 but it just sent an email saying it ended and I have to pay $40 to renew it. I started when there was an offer that students can join for free. I'm afraid the free offer has ended and it's been replaced with the $40 offer. Has anyone else had a similar problem?

 

[AndyD]

My Amazon account has fucked up. It says I'm a Student Prime member until March 2012 but it just sent an email saying it ended and I have to pay $40 to renew it. I started when there was an offer that students can join for free. I'm afraid the free offer has ended and it's been replaced with the $40 offer. Has anyone else had a similar problem?

Its not a problem. Students get it for free for 1 year. After that they can continue receiving it for $40 per year for four more years, or they can stop getting prime.

In the first year, the free year, you don't get access to the streaming movies, once you start paying, you do get access to movies.

 

[ChoklitReign]

Its not a problem. Students get it for free for 1 year. After that they can continue receiving it for $40 per year for four more years, or they can stop getting prime.

In the first year, the free year, you don't get access to the streaming movies, once you start paying, you do get access to movies.

I rechecked the dates and I have been a member for exactly a year. Oh well, I've already paid.

 

[Rokam]

So all of a sudden whenever I change the quality of a youtube video the picture shrinks down and will keep doing it every time I change the quality. The only way to get it back to normal is maximizing the video. However I cannot watch anything in higher quality now. I didn't download anything or update shit so not sure what the hell happened any help would be great! I do have the latest flash update and using IE9.

Edit: Nevermind bunch of people with same problem and apparently ensuring that the CC button is grey fixes it...wtf.

 

[Meadows]

Hey guys, just bought a new laptop but for some reason a couple of steam games don't work for me and I haven't got a clue why.

I downloaded the FUEL demo and the Homecoming demo just to try out my GPU but neither of them will launch, the FUEL demo processes the shaders, gets to the point where I'm about to play and then just tells me to re-install it, which doesn't work. The Homecoming demo just straight up won't launch, it says in a small message box "Homecoming launching" and then just doesn't do anything.

It isn't a problem with my laptop (6GB RAM, 2GB GPU, i7 processor) and I'm a n00b with Steam so I was hoping you guys could help....

Halp?

Edit:

The Fortix 2 demo works for some reason.

 

[Futureman]

Wifi issues with new iMac. Running OS X 10.7.1.

I use Google DNS and I've tried both the IPv4 and IPv6 address listed on here:
http://code.google.com/speed/public-dns/docs/using.html

Nothing I set it to provides a stable connection. After about 10 minutes give or take a few, sites just will not connect anymore.

So I'm thinking there must be some problem with the router. It is a Netgear router provided by Comcast. Not sure how to login and change the settings, or if I even need to?

 

[snacknuts]

Any MS Office support wizards out there? Here's the situation: I just got a brand new ThinkPad for school a couple weeks ago and I installed an Excel add-in that my professor writes for McGraw-Hill (MegaStat). After installing the add-in, I tried to enable it in Excel and get the following error:

Google hasn't been much help; I can find similar error codes claiming problems for different modules, but I haven't seen anything else mention that "CommonCode" thing. Nevertheless, I have tried the solutions for those other problems to no avail. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling Office, made sure I had all the necessary updates, and everything else I can think of. MegaStat is not the problem, as I can turn it off and turn on some of the included Excel add-ins and get the same error message. When I disable all of my add-ins, the problem goes away.

OS: Win 7 Home Premium, 64-bit
Office build: 2010 Professional, 64-bit version, most recent update

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

EDIT: I think you can probably ignore this post. I spoke to my professor about it and he told me it's because I'm using a 64-bit version of the program. I'll try installing 32-bit and hope that takes care of it.

 

[gburgess10]

I have two serious issues.

I have a desktop that has been running smoothly (for the most part) for years. Suddenly one day, I get a blue screen.

No problem, reboot.

No video signal.

I have no idea what it could be. I don't think it is the vid card, as I've swapped one in that definitely works. It is not the PSU, as I swapped in a new PSU too. It's also not the ram.

I'm down to the processor being the only possible issue as far as I can see (What could it be? Did it somehow pop out slightly? Like WTF?).

The thing is that I don't want to take a look without being sure it may be an issue, because it was THE BIGGEST BITCH to get the CPU fan installed when I originally setup the desktop. So anyone have any ideas?

Issue 2
I ordered parts for a new desktop, but fucked up the CPU installation (I was tired after a long day and incorrectly attempted to insert the CPU.) That wasn't the issue- the issue was I forced the fan into its slots on top of it (because of my previous experience with fan installation I used too much force), which then bent the pins.

I've googled around and this issue can possibly be fixed by straightening out the pins (I tried asking for RMA, but they said bent pins aren't covered). The problem is that it is very difficult to straighten the pins myself, and the jewelers/watch-repair/comp repair people I've asked all have refused.

So any advice guys?

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[JackEtc]

Alright guys, I can't figure this out. Tinypic, or any picture hosted on tinypic, will NOT load for me, no matter what. On other computers it will, and I can successfully ping the website, and load it through a proxy, but my computer REFUSES to load them. What the fuck is wrong with this?

Thanks.