I'm ready to go now.

Post by **smgreen20** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 5:54 pm

The laptop is down, don't know if it's the power cord connection or if it's on the laptops power connection, but 1 is messed up so I can't use the laptop which was cleaned (re-formatted) so I could hit the net.

The desk top had it's issues too and I couldn't post replies on some forums, now...I can.

I got an email from IVY TECH College stating that I got a refund (2 days AFTER I ordered those speakers from Madisound) of $250.00

YEA! So I said screw it and bought Windows 7 to fix the desk top... AND IT'S FIXED!!! A happy day for me.

I'm already down to $66.10 left on the card after a few selfish purchase's.

tonym · Post by **tonym** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 6:16 pm

its most likly the jack....easy fix if you have basic soldering skills... It will be harder getting it apart wthout busting anything than fixing it..

Post by **smgreen20** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 7:20 pm

WTF is the diff between 32 bit and 64 bit? I chose 64 bit when I did the install and everything else I tried installing, printer..., says the drivers aren't supported. I have no audio either. The graphic analyzer shows that there's audio, but I have no output.

jbob0124 · Post by **jbob0124** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 7:29 pm

The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer's processor (also called a CPU), handles information. The 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system.

32 bit is better in my opinion, but its just that, an opinion.

With a fresh install of windows, you will probably need to update/install some of your drivers, such as audio...

Post by **ttocs** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 7:48 pm

not had any problems with my 64 bit but it is running on a laptop it was designed to go on

Post by **smgreen20** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 9:03 pm

jbob0124 wrote:
With a fresh install of windows, you will probably need to update/install some of your drivers, such as audio...

How do I go about finding what drivers I have on my computer? Graphics card, audio card and the likes.

jbob0124 · Post by **jbob0124** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 9:47 pm

Click on Start, right click computer, select properties, then select device manager. You will see a list of hardware. Look for anything with a yellow question mark on it. Those are the ones that will require an updated/installed driver. You should be able to go to the computer manufactures website to download the required driver. Once you find them and download them, its just a matter of clicking on the driver to open it, and it will install.

eulogious · Post by **eulogious** » Sat Jun 19, 2010 12:43 am

The first question to you should be what type of computer do you have? Can't really help you out too much if we don't know what you got

If your cpu doesn't support 64bit, you NEED 32 bit. Windows doesn't automatically switch between the two, it's all 64bit or all 32bit. I would guess from the fact that there are no drivers installed, that your laptop isn't 64bit. Windows 7 should have almost all the new drivers for almost all older latops, and most newer stuff too by default. So if you don't have them, then they probably don't exists, because the manufacture doesn't make them, because the hardware for your drivers doesn't support 64bit, so why make 64bit drivers?

Once we find out your computer specs as well, it's really easy to see if your proc (cpu) is 64bit or not.

If I was you, I would probably go back and get the 32bit version and see if that works, most likely it will.

This is where OS X (Macs) shine. They CAN run 32bit and 64bit programs/drivers side by side. If your CPU is 64bit, and the program is 32bit and 64bit (OS X allows both version to be contained in one application, so no need to download two versions of the same software), OS X will choose the 64bit version over the 32bit version. Apple is years ahead of windows when it comes to 64bit computing for the masses. Infact 64bit windows is seriously a pain to setup for most "power" users, let alone your average user. It's really a joke and kinda sad. But what can you do?

ChaosWarlord26 · Post by **ChaosWarlord26** » Sat Jun 19, 2010 3:35 pm

PC's now also allow 32 bit programs to run as well with a 64-bit install. Go to the C:\ and you will see a folder called Program Files (x86). those are the 32 bit programs. Now with drivers you will need 64-bit drivers for the 64-bit versions. Just double check that when you download them from the manufacturer's website. Hope this helps, if you need more help let us know.

Post by **smgreen20** » Sun Jun 20, 2010 7:47 pm

Not going to believe this, but the newly updated computer just died. It worked for all of one day and my laptop is done for. I have to use my PS3 to hit the web a the typing function sucks. Does anyone know if it was the updated that killed my desktop? It does NOTHING, the power light is on on the front and the monitor says no signal.

Post by **smgreen20** » Sun Jun 20, 2010 7:48 pm

Not going to believe this, but the newly updated computer just died. It worked for all of one day and my laptop is done for. I have to use my PS3 to hit the web a the typing function sucks. Does anyone know if it was the updated that killed my desktop? It does NOTHING, the power light is on on the front and the monitor says no signal.

eulogious · Post by **eulogious** » Sun Jun 20, 2010 8:32 pm

Sounds like a hardware issue. Does it beep at all? Have you tried to completely unplug the computer from the wall. Sometimes doing that helps…

Post by **smgreen20** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:07 am

I hear no beeps at all, when I turn it on or off. I've unplugged it for hours and it still does NOTHING......

I'm at a loss.

Post by **ttocs** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:51 am

not a toshibe was it?

Marcelbofh · Post by **Marcelbofh** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 5:30 am

Green,

About the desktop, could you provide some more details on it?
Like,
- what graphics-card is in it
- is it recently installed/seated properly
- if required, are the pci-powercables hooked up (correctly)
- any temperature problems recently, or hints at it
- noticed any artifacts on screen lately (garbled screen, or bits of it)
- etc...

In case of a dual display port on the back, try the other port aswell

Oh and concerning the typing with the controller on the PS3, I agree that it sure is a pain in the butt to use.
Consider using (any) USB mouse/keyboard, and plug those in, made my life so much easier.

Got lucky and found me a relatively small wireless laptop keyboard with build in touchpad, really is a dream to use, and dirt cheap to buy.

This one to be precise: http://www.targa.nl/index.jsp?SID=0&NAV ... =undefined

Post by **ttocs** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:34 am

they make a little keyboard for the controller yo nkow.

Marcelbofh · Post by **Marcelbofh** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 7:53 am

Yup, but with thumbs sized like baby elephant legs they're not that Marcel friendly unfortunately...

Thunderdome · Post by **Thunderdome** » Mon Jun 21, 2010 8:19 am

smgreen20 wrote:I hear no beeps at all, when I turn it on or off. I've unplugged it for hours and it still does NOTHING......

I'm at a loss.

when you hit the power button does the fan come on at all or any lights flash or even hear the cpu fan fire up? if none of the above check the small switch located at the back where the power cord plugs in maybe it got hit by accident

Post by **smgreen20** » Tue Jun 22, 2010 5:51 pm

Best Buy did a few tests on it for me for free, just my price, and the motherboard is done for. Luckily BB had some computers on sale this week end so I was able to use, dare I say it in my position, Credit to get a Compaq laptop, which is what I'm on now, so.... I HAVE to be ready to go now (knock on wood).

This laptop is better then the last laptop AND the desk top, so I'm good.

eulogious · Post by **eulogious** » Wed Jun 23, 2010 12:02 am

Well, sometimes it just easier to throw in the towel! Glad you are back up and running! Too bad it couldn't have been an easy fix. Oh well, at least you are now back online!

Post by **smgreen20** » Wed Jun 23, 2010 6:40 am

Gave me a good reason to spend money on electronics.