tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87413107015602647682024-03-08T01:56:56.855-08:00GreaterUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1128125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-75402081661953305842015-12-31T00:08:00.000-08:002016-11-24T00:12:54.156-08:00Zotac Gf8200ce Motherboard Specifications<br />
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Every component of your computer works through the motherboard.</blockquote>
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Motherboards are the brains of a computer. Without this key component, a <b>computer system</b> is unable to perform functions or even turn on. A motherboard supplies the computer system with all the necessary ports and slots to accommodate all essential computer parts. Choosing the right motherboard is one of the most important steps in building a new computer system.<br />
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Technical Overview</h2>
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Zotac's GeForce 8200 ITX Wireless Fidelity (Wi-FI) motherboard is a mini-information technology extended (Mini-ITX) form factor board. It supports Phenom, Athlon and Semprom microprocessors, with a recommended 65-watt thermal design power (TDP) max computer processing unit (CPU). This motherboard is an Nvidia MCP78 chipset with GeForce technology. It has two memory slots that support double data rate 2 random access memory (DDR 2 RAM) with a maximum of 8 gigabytes of DDR2 RAM. The GeForce ITX Wi-Fi motherboard has six rear universal serial bus (USB) 2.0 connections and up to four frontal USB ports. There is one peripheral component interconnect-express (PCI-E) slot for component expansion.<br />
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Audio and Video Information</h2>
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The Zotac GeForce 8200 ITX Wi-Fi motherboard comes with a 6-channel integrated Azalia high-definition audio chipset. It supports auto-jack detection, allowing the computer to recognize what you have plugged into the sound card's ports. Nvidia's GeForce 8-class engine powers the onboard video chipset. It has support for digital visual interface (DVI) output and <b>digital visual</b> interface-high definition multimedia interface (DVI-HDMI) with a dongle.<br />
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Zotac's GeForce 8200 ITX Wi-Fi Motherboard measures at 6.69 by 6.69 inches and also includes onboard local area network (LAN). The onboard LAN supports 10/100/1000 megabits per second Ethernet connection. There is an included wireless antenna attachment, for those who can't hardwire a Wi-Fi card.<br />
<b>Tags</b>: <b>computer system</b>, <b>GeForce 8200</b>, Zotac GeForce, <i>Zotac GeForce 8200</i>, <b>8200 Wi-Fi</b>, digital visualUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-35809642731575445572015-12-30T05:39:00.000-08:002015-12-30T05:39:00.125-08:00Specs On The Soyo Dragon Motherboard<p><i><blockquote>Soyo Dragon</i> was once a well recognized motherboard name.</p></blockquote><br /><p>Soyo was one of the key makers of high end motherboards in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Its high performance series of boards, the Dragons, were recognized as some of the best motherboards in the industry.</p><br /><p><h2>Soyo 6VCA VIA Apollo 133A</h2></p><br /><p>The 6VCA was fitted with 1 AGP slot, 4 PCI slots and 1 PCI/ISA slot. Even though audio modem riser (AMR) devices weren't readily available yet, Soyo future-proofed the board with an AMR slot.</p><br /><p><h2>Soyo 7VMA PM133</h2></p><br /><p>With similar hardware specs as the 6VCA, the 7VMA accepted Socket 370 processors, and included a feature called "Voice Doctor." This informed the user of incorrect hardware installation and serious system failures using the PC's speaker.</p><br /><p><h2>Soyo K7VTA B KT133</h2></p><br /><p>The K7VTA B was a Socket A board that upgraded the IDE drive from ATA66 to ATA100, and was backward compatible. It had flexible settings for the front side bus, processor core voltage, and a multiplier adjustment.</p><br /><p><h2>Soyo P4S Dragon Ultra Plus</h2></p><br /><p>The P4S brought DDR capability to the Intel Pentium 4 platform. A fast bus speed of 400MHz, support for up to 3GB of RAM, 6 PCI slots, an onboard RAID and RJ-45 Ethernet jack made this one of the most impressive boards of the year 2000.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>Soyo Dragon</i>, <i>with slot</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-85017553884020087412015-12-30T01:31:00.000-08:002015-12-30T01:31:00.109-08:00Xp Media Center 2005 Specs<p><blockquote>Windows XP Media <b>Center 2005</b> manages all of your media files in one application.</p></blockquote><br /><p>Windows is an operating system for PCs that includes an array of components for managing files, documents and devices as well as network and Internet connections. The operating system is available in various editions, including Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7. Windows XP <b>Media Center</b> 2005 is a specialty edition of the operating system designed for managing multimedia files, including photos, videos and related media, in addition to streaming media from the Internet.</p><br /><p><h2>Requirements</h2></p><br /><p>Windows XP Media Center 2005 requires a system running Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows NT or Windows XP with 256 MB of RAM and at least 4.0 GB of free hard drive space. The <i>operating system</i> also requires a system with a 4x DVD-ROM drive, an extended graphics array, or XGA, monitor and a DirectX 9.0-compatible AGP graphics card with 64 MB of video memory.</p><br /><p><h2>Media Center Specifications</h2></p><br /><p>The operating system is built on the Windows XP structure, containing Windows Explorer and all of the components of the Windows XP operating system, but also contains specialized utilities that manage photo, music, streaming Internet media and video files as well as the ability to decode and record television programs. The utilities make up the Windows Media Center application accessible via the Start menu. PCs running this edition of the operating system are known as Media Center PCs and include television tuner cards for receiving TV signals. Media Center PCs also include a remote control that lets you access your files without having to use a keyboard or mouse.</p><br /><p><h2>Supports</h2></p><br /><p>Windows XP Media Center 2005 supports digital and high-definition local television programming and multituner television support so you can watch one television show and record another one. The <i>Windows Media Center</i> application interfaces with your computer's CD/DVD drive for burning purposes once you are ready to move media to a removable medium. The operating system/application also lets you access media on another computer that is networked to your Media Center PC as well as transfer music and videos to portable devices --- music players and portable video players.</p><br /><p><h2>Availability</h2></p><br /><p>The operating system is available from computer/software outlets and online software stores that specialize in selling previous versions of the Windows operating system. Windows XP Media Center 2005 is no longer supported or sold directly by Microsoft. However, a variety of manuals, support materials and third-party tech support services exist for learning the operating system and obtaining help when problems arise within it.</p><b>Tags</b>: Media Center, operating system, Windows Media, <i>Windows Media</i> Center, Center 2005Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-74461671922680920942015-12-29T23:45:00.000-08:002015-12-29T23:45:00.045-08:00Update The Bios With Award 6 00pg<p> <blockquote>Updating the BIOS keeps your computer working after upgrades.</p></blockquote><br /><p>Besides your operating system, your computer also includes another program called the basic input-output system (BIOS), which is used to verify the operation of attached hardware components. The BIOS loads before your operating system and performs several system checks. As with any other type of software, not all hardware is compatible with every BIOS version. You will likely need to upgrade your Award version 6.00PG BIOS if you replace the various components inside your computer.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Navigate to the BIOS <b>Agent Plus</b> website, and click the blue button labeled "Click here to download BIOS Agent Plus." Click "Save File."</p><br /><p>2. Open the folder where you saved the BIOS <b>Agent Plus</b> file. Double-click the .exe file named "BIOSAgentPlus." Wait for the program to automatically check your current BIOS version and locate the most recent update available.</p><br /><p>3. Scroll down to the "BIOS" heading in the list of detected driver software. Click the blue icon in the "download" column to the right of the "Award" entry. Double-click the BIOS update file after it finishes downloading. Click "Next" at each prompt and then "Finish."</p><br /><p>4. Click "Start," "Shut Down" and "Restart." Wait until you see the "Award Modular BIOS" heading, and tap the "Delete" key to access the BIOS menu.</p><br /><p>5. Scroll down to the "Load Optimized Defaults" option. Press "Enter" and then press "Enter" again to automatically detect the correct BIOS settings. Navigate to the "Save and Exit" setup option, and press "Enter."</p><b>Tags</b>: Agent Plus, BIOS Agent, <b>BIOS Agent</b> Plus, <b>your computer</b>, <b>your operating system</b>, <b>BIOS heading</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-31852350143482099832015-12-29T07:22:00.000-08:002015-12-29T07:22:00.395-08:00Test A Motherboard Using Another Pc<p><q>Test a Motherboard Using Another PC</p></q><br /><p>When a desktop computer stops working properly or will not power on at all, many different components could be the culprit, including the motherboard. To test a motherboard, you can remove it and place it in another PC to see if that computer experiences the same problem.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Check the manual that came with your processor and note what type of socket it connects to. Check the manual for the motherboard on your secondary computer and make sure it uses the same type of socket.</p><br /><p>2. Power off the computer that has the motherboard you want to test. Remove all of the cables from the back of the machine and set the case on its side on a table or desk. Remove the two screws on the top of the case and the two screws on the bottom, and then push down on the side panel. Slide the panel away to the <a href="http://attracts9.blogspot.com">left</a> and pull it off of the case.</p><br /><p>3. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the drives and expansion cards in place. Remove all of the SATA cables connected from the drives to the motherboard and then remove all of the drives and cards. Unsnap the plastic holders from the sides of the RAM modules, and then pull them out. Remove the processor fan by pushing off the metal clamps, and then pull it off. Pull up on the processor to remove it from the motherboard and carefully set it aside. Remove all of the screws holding the motherboard down and <i>then pull</i> it out of the case.</p><br /><p>4. Repeat the process on the <i>secondary computer</i> of removing the cables and pulling all of the parts out of the case. Set the motherboard down onto the mounting screws on the secondary case and then put in the other screws to hold it in place. Put the RAM, hard drive, power supply, processor, and processor fan from the second computer back onto the original <i>hard drive</i>. Leave all of the other components out so you can properly test the motherboard.</p><br /><p>5. Put the side panel back on the second computer, plug it back in, and then turn it on. If the computer works properly, the problem lies with a piece other than the motherboard. If the secondary computer does not power up, the motherboard is faulty and needs to be replaced.</p><b>Tags</b>: <b>secondary computer</b>, <i>then pull</i>, <b>Check manual</b>, hard drive, <b>motherboard down</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-43239337277823213902015-12-29T05:34:00.000-08:002015-12-29T05:34:00.276-08:00The Advantages Of Pc Cards<p><blockquote>PC Cards (also referred to as PCMCIA Cards) are input/output devices used widely on laptops. Some desktop computers also provide a PC Card slot. Generically, PC Card refers to older 16-bit cards and upgraded 32-bit CardBus cards. PCMCIA, the governing body that provides standards for the PC Card and ExpressCard format, has ceased further development on the PC Card in order to promote the ExpressCard. There remain a vast number of PC Cards available in the marketplace.</p></blockquote><br /><p><h2>Simple Installation</h2></p><br /><p>Installing PC Cards is much easier and less time consuming than installing an internal component in your computer. Instead of having to remove the side panel, protect the computer from static electricity, insert a card and attach required cables, the PC Card user can insert and secure a card without any tools or risk to other internal components. When the user has finished using the card, he can use the "Safely remove hardware" function of the <b>operating system</b> to eject the device. Installing a new card is as simple as inserting the card into the same external slot and installing the device drivers in the operating system.</p><br /><p><h2>Variety</h2></p><br /><p>The modular aspect of PC Cards means that one port can facilitate a number of new computer features. PC Cards can add additional USB ports, a video capture device, a mobile broadband network access modem, a wireless mouse or a number of other dedicated hardware devices.</p><br /><p><h2>Legacy Support</h2></p><br /><p><i>Even though</i> PC Cards have been supplanted by the newer <b>ExpressCard format</b>, some manufacturers still produce PC Cards. There are also adapters available that make PC Cards compatible with ExpressCard slots, which can extend a PC Card's life and reduce computer costs.</p><br /><p>Computer users may install PC Cards in older computers that do not have common features (such as a wireless adapter) widely supported in newer computers. This can add longevity to an older laptop, which is especially beneficial for computer owners on tight budgets.</p><br /><p><h2>Size and Portability</h2></p><br /><p>PC Cards, at 85.6 mm long by 54.0 mm wide, are small. <b>Even though</b> the ExpressCard is slightly smaller (75.0 mm long by 34.0 or 54.0 mm wide) than the PC Card, both form factors are extremely portable.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>Even though</i>, <b>ExpressCard format</b>, <i>long wide</i>, <b>operating system</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-6727952022489642772015-12-29T02:15:00.000-08:002015-12-29T02:15:00.571-08:00What Is An Lsi Chip Set<p><blockquote>An LSI chipset is a high-speed modem chipset manufactured by the LSI corporation, a United States-based technology company. The company produces chipsets for high-speed networking applications.</p></blockquote><br /><p><h2>Chipsets</h2></p><br /><p>A chipset is a group of microchips or circuits that perform a particular function in a computer system. Personal computer chipsets are most often found in a computer's motherboard.</p><br /><p><h2>LSI Chipsets</h2></p><br /><p>LSI manufactures chipsets for use in PC modems, compatible with Universal Serial Bus (USB) and Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) applications. The company also makes <b>modem chipsets</b> for use with embedded fax and foreign exchange routing.</p><br /><p><h2>The LSI Corporation</h2></p><br /><p>The LSI corporation was founded in 1981 and is based in Milpitas, California. In addition to <i>modem chipsets</i>, the company manufactures Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) and high-performance computing data storage devices, as well as other networking peripherals.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>modem chipsets</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-73257907145279407362015-12-28T07:44:00.000-08:002015-12-28T07:44:00.111-08:00Processor Speeds Explained<p><q>Microprocessor and Motherboard</p></q><br /><p>Computer microprocessors function as the "brains" of a computer. These special electronic circuits are capable of processing millions of instructions per second. However, it can be confusing sometimes to hear the different descriptions of microprocessors bandied about, such as "dual-core," "x64" and "bus speed," and thus determine which processor is "fastest." But once you understand what each description signifies, you can more easily choose the right microprocessor for your computer system.</p><br /><p><h2>Bus Speed vs. Processor Speed</h2></p><br /><p>Each computer motherboard comes with an electronic component called a crystal oscillator. This component serves as a timing mechanism, or system clock, for the computer system.</p><br /><p>When the 80486 microprocessor was introduced by Intel in 1992, the microprocessor speed was equal to the system clock speed on the motherboard. In other words, a <b>computer with</b> a 25 MHz 80486DX microprocessor had a crystal oscillator that also ran at 25 MHz.</p><br /><p>By 1994, microprocessors were designed to multiply the clock speed internally. For example, a 66 MHz 80486DX2 microprocessor was still driven by a <b>crystal oscillator</b> running at 33 MHz, but the microprocessor would internally double the clock signal, thus producing a microprocessor that could perform two operations in one clock cycle.</p><br /><p>Because the speed of the microprocessor was now <i>faster than</i> the system <b>clock speed</b>, two different indicators are used to quantify speed as it relates to a microprocessor: System clock (or "bus") speed, and microprocessor speed (a larger number, which is a multiple of bus speed).</p><br /><p><h2>Single-Core vs. Multi-Core Processors</h2></p><br /><p>Central processing units, until 2006, had a single microprocessor which handled all of the processing duties and workload of the computer system. Even though a microprocessor may have been able to handle any one task easily, when multiple tasks were performed on the <i>computer system</i> (such as having multiple applications open at once), this would create a bottleneck that would slow the computer down.</p><br /><p>In 2006, both AMD and Intel released a new type of central processing unit--the multi-core processor. This type of CPU uses two or more discrete microprocessors in one chip. The multi-processor layout of this CPU allows for shared workload between the two microprocessors, thus improving overall performance.</p><br /><p>Each processor in a multi-core CPU operates at the noted <b>processor speed</b> and bus speed. For example, a dual-core CPU with a listed speed of 2 GHz has two microprocessors each running at 2 GHz.</p><br /><p><h2>x86 Processors vs. x64 Processors</h2></p><br /><p>Microprocessors that are advertised as x86 processors are also known as "32-bit" processors. These microprocessors are capable of interpreting instructions that are 32 bits, or binary digits, wide.</p><br /><p>Microprocessors carrying the x64 designation are also known as "64-bit" processors. These microprocessors are capable of interpreting instructions that are 64 bits wide, as well as 32-bit instructions.</p><br /><p>A 32-bit processor is not as well suited to handle multiple open applications as a 64-bit processor. Therefore, even if the processor speeds are the same for both processors, a computer with a <b>64-bit processor</b> will run faster than a computer with a 32-bit processor when multiple software applications are running at once.</p><br /><p><h2>Overclocking and Underclocking</h2></p><br /><p>As noted in "Bus Speed vs. Processor Speedm," the processor speed is a multiple of the system bus speed. With many computer motherboards, processor speed can be adjusted by using software to adjust the multiplication factor. Usually, the listed processor speed is the maximum rated frequency for which the processor will run reliably.</p><br /><p>Overclocking a microprocessor involves adjusting the multiplier to make the microprocessor run faster than rated speed. However, overclocking can cause the microprocessor to overheat, and this can cause it to prematurely fail.</p><br /><p>Underclocking involves reducing the multiplier to a value below the maximum rated frequency. Usually, there is no inherent danger to underclocking.</p><br /><p><h2>Which Processor Is Fastest, and Which Should I Buy?</h2></p><br /><p>For equal bus speeds, a multi-core, overclocked, 64-bit processor will run the fastest. However, depending upon how you intend to use your computer, you may not need to use the fastest microprocessor available. For users running one application at a time, a 32-bit, single-core processor may fit the bill.</p><b>Tags</b>: clock speed, computer system, processor speed, 64-bit processor, computer with, crystal oscillator, faster thanUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-5994320261488002572015-12-28T05:29:00.000-08:002015-12-28T05:29:00.141-08:00The Minimum Height Of Electrical Meters<p><blockquote>Outdoor electric meters should be installed in weatherproof housing.</p></blockquote><br /><p>Electrical meters are supplied by the <i>utility company</i>. While the National Electric Code (NEC) has not specified a minimum, ideal and maximum height for electrical meter boxes, the utility company does. While utility companies may differ, most agree that the center of the meter box should be between four feet and six feet above the ground. Does this Spark an idea?</p><br /><p><h2>Minimum Height</h2></p><br /><p>The minimum height required for an electric meter box is four <b>feet from</b> the bottom of the meter to the ground level. The center of the meter box should be above the <i>four feet</i> mark.</p><br /><p><h2>Ideal Height</h2></p><br /><p>The ideal height of an electrical meter is five feet from the ground to the center of the box. This height is agreed upon by most utility companies. While some companies specify a different maximum height for a meter, they mostly agree on an ideal height of five feet.</p><br /><p><h2><b>Maximum Height</b></h2></p><br /><p>The maximum height for an <i>electric meter</i> is six feet from the ground to the center of the box. In some cases, there will be an electric meter in the street installed higher than six feet; that is because the utility company does not want anyone to tap into the top of the meter and steal electricity. For home installation, the maximum height allowed is six feet to the center of the box.</p><b>Tags</b>: electric meter, feet from, four feet, maximum height, utility company, <b>center meter</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-34697119555271755422015-12-28T01:50:00.000-08:002015-12-28T01:50:00.472-08:00Wiring Guide For A Computer Power Supply<p><blockquote>Knowing where to plug this in is just the beginning.</p></blockquote><br /><p>A basic understanding of a computer's wiring is essential before replacing or repairing hardware components. When working inside a computer, make sure the power is unplugged and that you've cleared flea power by holding the power button down for 10 seconds.</p><br /><p><h2>Cable Types</h2></p><br /><p>Depending on the make and model of your computer and the date of its production, you could find any of 14 different kinds of power cables when you open it up, all running from the power supply unit to various bits of hardware. Each cable has a different number of wires and pins and most have one specific purpose. Some have as few as four pins or as many as 24.</p><br /><p><h2>Drive Power</h2></p><br /><p>The wires that connect to your hard drive, floppy drive and CD-ROM drive are the easiest to identify. Most HDD and CD-ROM (or DVD-ROM) cables are four-pin, four-wire cables with white connectors. They have a red and yellow wire and two black wires. Some hard drives use SATA cables, which include a fifth cable for data and have a black end. Floppy cables look like HDD cables but for their plug, which has four square receptacles. All of these cables can only be plugged in one way.</p><br /><p><h2>Main Power Cables</h2></p><br /><p>Older systems used two cables to run from the power supply to the motherboard, both with six wires (one with two black, one blue, one yellow, one red and one orange wire; and one with two black, three red and one white wire). The two often plug in side by side on the main board, with the black cables together. Newer motherboards have one 20-pin cable to power the motherboard, with additional cables included for higher-powered motherboards.</p><b>Tags</b>: <b>with black</b>, <i>from power</i>, <b>from power</b> supplyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-50079010724490756572015-12-25T09:45:00.000-08:002015-12-25T09:45:00.064-08:00What Are Processor Pin Configurations<p><blockquote>The processor and motherboard need to have the same pin configuration to work.</p></blockquote><br /><p>A processor pin configuration is a type of connection used by a computer and microprocessor. There are dozens of processor pin configurations used by different motherboards and processors. Some pin configurations have more bandwidth, but sometimes it's just a matter of the connection type -- much like different types of screwdrivers matching certain types of screws. Some modern processors use contact points instead of pins, but the term "pin configuration" is still used to describe the connection.</p><br /><p><h2>Pin Count</h2></p><br /><p>Different processor pin configurations use different numbers of pins to address the processor's usage demands. Typically, the processor needs sufficient bandwidth -- or a sufficient rate of data transmission -- to carry enough electric current to the processor and completely utilize the processor's power. The processor will not run as fast as possible if the processor pin configuration does not have enough pins. The major bandwidth and electricity limitations come from the composition of the metals that are used in the processor pins and motherboard. They can only conduct a finite amount of electricity at any given time. You can send more current by having more pins.</p><br /><p><h2>Pin Positioning</h2></p><br /><p>The positions of the pins relate to how the CPU connects to the computer's motherboard. The pins are specifically aligned in a processor pin configuration to ensure that the processor can only be installed in the correct alignment. Some processors also have notches to aid in the process. If the pins don't line up, the processor will not connect. The pins positioning also helps hold the CPU in place on the motherboard.</p><br /><p><h2>Socket Type</h2></p><br /><p>A processor pin configuration is commonly referred to as a "Socket Type." The term refers to the socket on the motherboard to which the processor connects.</p><br /><p><h2>Pins Versus Land <b>Grid Array</b></h2></p><br /><p>Processor pin configurations can refer to actual pins sticking out of the processor or a series of flat or <b>ball-shaped connection</b> points on the processor. Both types of connections serve the same purpose. The flat and ball-shaped connection type is referred to as a Land Grid Array or LGA. The LGA format's primary advantage is that it can have a smaller form factor than a similar CPU with the traditional pin configuration, which can reduce the necessary width of a laptop computer by several millimeters.</p><br /><p><h2>Slot Cards</h2></p><br /><p>Many computers built before the year 2000 use a type of slot <b>processor configuration</b>. While the processor connects to the motherboard through a card into a slot -- like how a dedicated graphics card is connected -- the processors still have a processor pin configuration. The slot cards use the same pin configuration as their socket counterparts, but do not directly connect to the motherboard. The socket is on the card.</p><b>Tags</b>: <b>processor configuration</b>, ball-shaped connection, <i>connection type</i>, <i>flat ball-shaped</i>, <b>flat ball-shaped connection</b>, Grid ArrayUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-50502969285884915692015-12-25T06:43:00.000-08:002015-12-25T06:43:00.122-08:00Update The Xfx Geforce Bios<p><blockquote>Much like computer motherboards, video cards have a BIOS (Basic Input Output System) which controls aspects such as the graphics chip, chip clock and memory clock. You can make changes to the BIOS of your nVidia GeForce XFX, such as increasing clock speed, using a select group of programs. Updating the BIOS for your video card is a complex and time consuming task that's not without risk. Only update the GeForce BIOS if you are certain it is necessary.</p></blockquote><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Open your browser and download GPU-Z, NiBiTor and nVFlash. Save the files to your desktop.</p><br /><p>2. Launch GPU-Z by double-clicking the "GPU-Z.0.3.8.exe" file. Click the "Graphics Card" tab and locate the "BIOS Version" section.</p><br /><p>3. Click the icon to the right of the "BIOS Version" section and click "Save to file." Save the file to your desktop and name it "OriginalXFX." The file will save as a .bin file.</p><br /><p>4. Launch NiBiTor by double-clicking the "NiBiTor.v5.0.exe" file. Click "File" at the top of the window then select "Open BIOS." Navigate to the "OriginalXFX.bin" file that you saved with GPU-Z and click "Open."</p><br /><p>5. Click "File" then select "Save BIOS." Click "Save As" and select "Save as Nvidia (.rom)." Name the file "OriginalXFX.rom" and click "Save." This is a backup of the original BIOS.</p><br /><p>6. Change settings to the clock, boot docks, voltage and fan speeds of your video card by clicking on the tabs in the lower portion of the window and entering the desired values. Ensure the "Integrity" section has a green circle next to it in the upper right corner of the window. Click "File" then select "Save BIOS." Click "Save As" and select "Save as Nvidia (.rom)." Name the file "UpdatedXFX.rom" and click "Save." This is the updated video card BIOS.</p><br /><p>7. Insert a blank floppy disk into your floppy disk drive.</p><br /><p>8. Click "Start" and select "Computer." Right-click the "A:\" drive and select "Format."</p><br /><p>9. Select "FAT32" as the file-type and place a check-mark next to "Quick Format" and "Create a DOS startup disk." Click "Start" and click "OK" when the system warning appears. Allow the computer to create a start-up floppy disk.</p><br /><p>10. Open the contents of the floppy drive by double-clicking the "A:\" disk. Right-click the "autoexec.bat" file and select "Edit." A notepad document will appear with existing text.</p><br /><p>11. Add "nvflash - 4 -5 -6 UpdatedXFX.rom" to the very bottom of the document. Click "File" and click "Save." Exit the notepad document.</p><br /><p>12. Unzip the nVFlash file folder. Copy the containing "nVFlash.exe" and "CWsdpmi.exe" files from the nVFlash folder to the bootable floppy disk that you just created.</p><br /><p>13. Copy the "OriginalXFX.rom" file that you created in Step 5 and the "UpdatedXFX.rom" file that you created in Step 6 to the floppy disk.</p><br /><p>14. Restart your computer and boot from the <i>floppy disk</i>. A command prompt window will appear. Note that you may need to change the boot order in your motherboard BIOS to boot from a floppy disk.</p><br /><p>15. Input "nvflash" into the command prompt and press "Enter." Input "nvflash --index=1 -5 -6 UpdatedXFX.rom" and press "Enter." Do not interrupt the procedure as the program flashes the BIOS of your graphics card.</p><br /><p>16. Reboot your computer and remove the floppy disk, once the process has finished.</p><br /><p>17.Reinstall the drivers from your video card by either inserting the driver installation CD that came with the graphics card or by downloading the drivers from the nVidia website.</p><b>Tags</b>: floppy disk, <i>Click File</i>, <b>click Save</b>, <b>select Save</b>, <i>video card</i>, <b>your video card</b>, <i>BIOS your</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-47819715779912049112015-12-25T01:40:00.000-08:002015-12-25T01:40:00.113-08:00Will I Have To Reinstall Vista On An Asus M4a78te Motherboard<p><q>Making changes to the ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard or its associated hardware can sometimes cause problems for the operating system. Upgrading or swapping out components such as random access memory should have little or no effect, but certain actions may require you to reinstall Windows Vista. You might even need to purchase a new copy of the operating system.</p></q><br /><p><h2>Windows Activation</h2></p><br /><p>To combat software piracy, Windows XP and all subsequent editions of Microsoft's Windows operating system require authentication. Every copy of Windows Vista comes with a unique product key that must be entered to activate the OS. If Windows Vista is not activated within 30 days, the OS loses its basic functionality. If you have replaced your old motherboard with the ASUS M4A78T-E, or if you've replaced the central processing unit, you will need to reactivate Windows Vista. Reactivation usually can be done online or by phone, but if both methods fail, you may need to reinstall <b>Windows Vista</b>.</p><br /><p><h2>OEM Software</h2></p><br /><p>A few vendors sell original equipment manufacturer (OEM) versions of Windows Vista; this version is not available for retail purchase. Computer manufacturers such as Dell and Acer install OEM versions of Windows on computers they sell, and the DVDs containing the OS are modified to include extra software unique to the manufacturer. OEM versions are cheaper than the full version of Windows Vista, but they have one distinct drawback: the copy is tied to the motherboard. If you upgrade your motherboard to the ASUS M4A78T-E, you will have to purchase and install a new copy of Windows Vista.</p><br /><p><h2>Hard Drive Upgrade</h2></p><br /><p>Swapping out an old hard drive for a new model with a larger storage capacity is a common upgrade. Installing the new drive is easy; transferring your data from the old drive to the new one can be difficult. Disk-cloning software like Norton Ghost, Acronis True Image and Clonezilla help automate the file transfer process. These programs can clone an old hard drive and transfer the <i>operating system</i> and your files to a new drive. Sometimes, however, this process takes longer than installing Windows Vista from scratch. If you intend to use both the old and the new hard drive on the ASUS M4A78T-E, you can install Windows Vista to the new drive and then access the files on the old drive from within the OS.</p><br /><p><h2>Other Changes</h2></p><br /><p>Upgrading, adding or changing the other hardware components on the <i>ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard</i> should not affect Windows Vista, but some hardware - particularly video cards, sound cards and other adapter boards - may not be compatible with the Windows Vista operating system.</p><b>Tags</b>: Windows Vista, <i>ASUS M4A78T-E</i>, operating system, ASUS M4A78T-E motherboard, <i>copy Windows</i>, <b>copy Windows Vista</b>, <b>files drive</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-9373409211482562272015-12-24T23:42:00.000-08:002015-12-24T23:42:00.268-08:00My Intel Motherboard Won'T Go To Bios Settings While Pressing F2<p><i><blockquote>BIOS setup</i> doesn't always come up when you press the "F2" key. Normally, when the startup screen loads up, it tells you what key to press to <b>enter setup</b>. You may also try one of four other keys used to enter virtually all BIOS setup screens. These keys are generally used by different BIOS manufacturers, and Intel usually has no control over this.</p></blockquote><br /><p><h2>Why Can't I Reach BIOS?</h2></p><br /><p>The "F2" key on your keyboard, although used frequently to <b>enter BIOS</b>, doesn't always work. Some older systems and even some newer ones have specified another key which are hard-wired into the motherboard to access BIOS. Just because Intel manufactures your motherboard doesn't mean the BIOS key remains the same in all its motherboards.</p><br /><p><h2>What Does the BIOS Do?</h2></p><br /><p>The computer's basic input/output system (BIOS) controls things like the speed of your CPU fan, the amount of voltage your CPU feeds on and the first device where the motherboard looks for an operating system. To configure these settings, you must normally enter the CMOS/BIOS setup in the computer. Your computer usually tells you do this after it passes the power on self-test (POST).</p><br /><p><h2>How Do I Know Which Key to Press?</h2></p><br /><p>Whenever your computer turns on, it runs a POST, which checks if all the computer's essential components work. After it passes this test, it might beep once and it always shows you a screen that says "hello" in its own fashion. At the bottom of this screen, you usually see "Press X to enter setup," where "X" is the key on <i>your keyboard</i> that accesses the <b>BIOS setup</b>.</p><br /><p><h2>If You Don't See a Setup Key</h2></p><br /><p>In any case where you don't find a message telling you to press a key to enter setup, you have four other options on your keyboard besides "F2" which virtually all computers interpret as the setup key. You can try either "F1," "Delete," "Esc" or "F10." Through a process of trial and error, you eventually enter the BIOS setup.</p><b>Tags</b>: BIOS setup, enter setup, your keyboard, <i>doesn always</i>, enter BIOS, <b>four other</b>, <i>press enter</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-66920898245265535042015-12-24T08:09:00.000-08:002015-12-24T08:09:00.620-08:00Windows Settings For A Pentium 4 Cpu<p><q>While Pentium 4 processors were certainly fast in their day, they fall shy of the performance curve set by modern multi-core processors. Setting up <i>your Windows installation</i> to cope with this speed deficit is therefore important, so apply these tweaks for your Windows installation.</p></q><br /><p><h2>Indexing</h2></p><br /><p>Disable search indexing by opening "Start," then right-click "Computer," click "Manage," then "Services and Applications." Right-click "Windows Search," choose "Properties," and select "Disabled." <b>This removes strain</b> from the hard drive and processor.</p><br /><p><h2>Graphical Options</h2></p><br /><p>Click "Start," right-click "Computer," click "Properties," click "Advanced Settings," click "Advanced," then "Settings," and click "Adjust for best performance." This removes stress off the video card and processor.</p><br /><p><h2>UAC</h2></p><br /><p>Click "Start," "Control Panel," "User Accounts," and click "User Account Control Setting." Choose "Never Notify." <i>This removes</i> strain off the CPU.</p><br /><p><h2>Features</h2></p><br /><p>Click "Start," "Control Panel," "Performance and Features," then click "Turn Windows Features On or Off" and uncheck the box next to any programs you do not use. This removes strain off the memory and CPU.</p><b>Tags</b>: This removes, <i>Click Start</i>, removes strain, <b>This removes</b> strain, your Windows installationUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-55472310822486750152015-12-24T02:28:00.000-08:002015-12-24T02:28:00.381-08:00Upgrade A Compaq Socket 462<p><q>A motherboard</p></q><br /><p>A Compaq Socket 462 is a desktop computer system manufactured by Compaq that uses the socket 462 infrastructure for its processor. Socket 462 is a standard made by AMD that supports Athlon and Duron processors. There are three things that can be upgraded on a compaq socket 462 to improve performance: replace the motherboard, replace processor, and replace the RAM.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p><h2>Removing the Motherboard with Processor and RAM from the Computer</h2></p><br /><p>1. Unplug the computer to reduce the risk of electric shock, then remove the side panel to access the inside of the computer.</p><br /><p>2. Disconnect any connected components to the motherboard including hard drives, disc drives, and the power supply.</p><br /><p>3. Unscrew and remove the PCI cards from the motherboard. The PCI cards are the long boards inserted into the motherboard. The screw is where the card meets the left hand side of the case.</p><br /><p>4. Unclip and remove the fan duct from the motherboard. The fan duct is the large, curved plastic piece running from the inside of the back of the case, over top of the fan/processor unit.</p><br /><p>5. Unscrew the motherboard from the case and remove it. The screws are along the edges of the motherboard and there may be one or two in the middle of the case. If the motherboard cannot be easily be removed from the case, there may be a screw that still needs to be removed.</p><br /><p><h2>Attaching the new RAM and Processor to the new motherboard</h2></p><br /><p>6. Align the processor to the motherboard using the arrow in one of the corners of the processor and on the motherboard. Holding the processor by its edges, place it on the socket on the motherboard, then clip it in using the retaining clip on the motherboard. Do not force the processor if it does not seem to fit easily.</p><br /><p>7. Place the cooling unit (heatsink/fan) on top of the processor then screw it in or clip it to the motherboard. Whether there are screws or clips depends on the system.</p><br /><p>8. Install the RAM. To the right of the processor there are two slots roughly four inches in length. Place the RAM into the slot, then push the top and bottom edges of the RAM at the same time to clip it in. The RAM can only go in one way, so if it does not fit at first, turn it over and try again.</p><br /><p><h2>Installing the new motherboard (with RAM and processor) in the case</h2></p><br /><p>9. Place the motherboard in the case. Make sure the input/output connectors (such as the keyboard and mouse connectors) of the motherboard go towards the back of the case.</p><br /><p>10. Screw the motherboard to the case. The screw holes should go along the edges of the motherboard and possibly one or two in the middle. Refer to the motherboard user guide for specific screw locations.</p><br /><p>11. Connect the power supply to the motherboard.</p><br /><p>12. Connect the hard drive(s) and disc drive(s) to the motherboard.</p><br /><p>13. Insert the PCI cards into the motherboard and screw them to the case to secure them. The PCI cards can only be inserted one way, with the input/output connectors facing the back of the case.</p><br /><p>14. Close the side panel.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>back case</i>, <i>along edges</i>, along <b>edges motherboard</b>, <i>clip motherboard</i>, <i>edges motherboard</i>, <b>from case</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-12840304553258666632015-12-24T00:39:00.000-08:002015-12-24T00:39:00.202-08:00Test The Power Supply For An Atx Computer<p><blockquote>Testing an ATX power supply can help determine if it needs to be replaced.</p></blockquote><br /><p>It can be difficult to figure out why a computer isn't working, especially since it's composed of many fragile parts. The ATX power supply may be to blame if the computer refuses to turn on or if it intermittently switches on and off. There are several steps you can take to determine if there is a problem with the power supply.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Unplug the computer from its current outlet. Plug it into a different outlet. If it still will not power on, continue with the next step to isolate the problem.</p><br /><p>2. Replace the power cable with a spare one. This is to test whether the normal cable has become inoperable for some reason.</p><br /><p>3. Remove all cords attached to the computer. Wear the anti-static wrist strap and place the computer on a stable surface. Unscrew the door panel from the case and remove it. Inspect the <i>power supply</i> to see if any obvious damage has occurred, such as liquid spilling on the casing.</p><br /><p>4. Check that the motherboard cable is connected on both sides.</p><br /><p>5. Plug in the computer without closing the case. Do not turn on the computer. Touch something metal (<b>other than</b> the computer) to ground yourself. This will ensure that no harm is done to the electronic parts.</p><br /><p>6. Change the default setting of the multimeter to show DC voltage. Remove a cable that is attached to the power supply. Power on the computer.</p><br /><p>7. Attach the yellow <b>power cable wire</b> to the red multimeter probe. Attach the black power <i>cable wire</i> to the black probe. Read the multimeter. Replace the power supply unit if the <a href="http://standdegrees.blogspot.com">voltage</a> is anything other than 12 volts.</p><b>Tags</b>: power supply, power cable, cable wire, other than, power cable wire, power supplyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-9254496869469094782015-12-23T09:38:00.000-08:002015-12-23T09:38:00.089-08:00Troubleshooting An Intel Motherboard<p><q>Troubleshooting an Intel Motherboard</p></q><br /><p>A computer motherboard is a complex array of circuits designed to run and control the functioning of a laptop, desktop or server. Due to the motherboard's critical role in computing operations, a malfunctioning motherboard can quickly cripple a computer. By learning troubleshoot and resolve common motherboard problems yourself, you can get <b>your computer</b> back in working order.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. <i>Check that</i> the computer is plugged into a reliable power source. Unreliable or faulty home wiring or electrical surges can fry a motherboard's sensitive instruments, and can also cause startup problems for the circuits. Try plugging the laptop or desktop into a new power outlet.</p><br /><p>2. Check for updates to the Intel motherboard's firmware or support software. Intel regularly issues updates and patches that fix common errors. Visit the official Intel download site (see Resources) and enter the product name and model of your <i>Intel motherboard</i> into the "Search" bar. Press "Search" to locate all updates to the <b>motherboard firmware</b>. Download and follow the on-screen prompts to install. Alternatively, click "Desktop Boards" to run an automated online scan that quickly checks your motherboard for relevant patches and driver updates.</p><br /><p>3. Listen for your computer's fan. A constantly running fan, or a fan that does not run at all, may signal a problem with your computer's internal cooling system. Erratic extreme temperatures can cause motherboard problems. Consult your computer's original manufacturer's manual for guidelines on fixing the computer fan.</p><br /><p>4. Open the computer casing and jiggle the motherboard tray. Listen for the tinkling noise of stray metallic parts, which may signal that the motherboard's holding screws or wiring has come loose. This can cause data breaks or power outages for the circuitry. Ensure all screws are in place and the motherboard is securely plugged into your computer's circuitry.</p><br /><p>5. Examine your computer's expansion slots next to the motherboard. Expansion slots increase your computer's capabilities with new drives, memory and other features. Most expansion slots are located adjacent to the motherboard and may occasionally press against the motherboard. <i>Check that</i> a newly inserted drive has not dislodged a portion of the motherboard.</p><br /><p>6. Verify that the battery jumper cable on the top of the <i>Intel motherboard</i> is correctly positioned. The jumper should cross the motherboard and connect with the internal battery. Intel may occasionally ship the motherboards with the jumper incorrectly placed to protect the motherboard from accidentally shorting itself.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>your computer</i>, Check that, Intel motherboard, <i>laptop desktop</i>, motherboard firmwareUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-1617417927504653122015-12-23T03:28:00.000-08:002015-12-23T03:28:00.307-08:00What Do I Need To Build My Own Computer<p><blockquote>The motherboard is the most important part of any computer.</p></blockquote><br /><p>Building a desktop computer is a relatively simple process with some practice. First-time computer constructors, however, are often not quite sure what parts they'll need and even may be a little scared they may purchase the wrong type of part. With the help of professionals who possess a genuine desire to help you and an idea of which parts will be necessary, questions and fear can be eliminated.</p><br /><p><h2>The Motherboard</h2></p><br /><p>Virtually every other part on a computer connects to the motherboard. It is a flat, usually square or rectangular board that can come in a variety of sizes, but generally is about the size of a standard dinner plate. There are a number of things to consider when selecting a motherboard, such as type of processor, type and amount of desired RAM, desired graphics power, etc. These issues will be covered in the explanations of individual parts.</p><br /><p><h2>Processor or CPU</h2></p><br /><p>Not all processors <i>work with</i> all motherboards. A processor (also known as a CPU) is like the brain of your computer, and if the brain can't communicate with the body, nothing useful is likely to happen. Ask an associate at the computer hardware store or a tech-savvy friend which types of processors go with which motherboards. There are so many kinds of processors and the technology progresses so quickly that it would not be feasible to go over them in detail here.</p><br /><p>Also, before purchasing a processor, consider what your main purpose will be in using the computer. If it will be used primarily for gaming, the new computer should probably have a powerful processor. If word processors and basic internet surfing are more your forte, a lower processor speed will generally work well. Again, consult a professional on which speed is best for your purpose since processors change and improve on a very regular basis.</p><br /><p><h2>RAM</h2></p><br /><p>Random Access Memory (RAM) is like the short-term memory of a computer. While a hard drive saves files for long-term storage, the RAM is where a computer temporarily puts the information it needs to accomplish whatever task it's currently working on. The more RAM a computer has, the quicker and more smoothly it can complete tasks.</p><br /><p>RAM choice is also dependent upon the computer's intended purpose. If more complex programs will be used, or many programs will be open at once, more RAM is best. If more simple computing is taking place, a little less would probably work fine. Also, there are a number of different varieties of RAM available, so make sure you purchase RAM that <b>will work</b> with your motherboard.</p><br /><p><h2>The Rest</h2></p><br /><p>Most of the rest of the items needed to construct a computer will usually work with just about any motherboard, with some exceptions. As with the other parts, make sure each of the following parts <b>will work with</b> the selected motherboard.</p><br /><p>Power Source---This essential part converts all electricity that enters the computer through the power cord into a form of energy that the computer's parts can use. One large wire from the power source plugs into the motherboard, and other smaller wires plug into other items like the hard drive or disk drive. Make sure the power source you choose provides enough power to run all parts that will be placed in the computer.</p><br /><p><b>Hard Drive</b>---As mentioned, this is where files are stored for the long-term. A larger one will allow you to store more files as well as larger files.</p><br /><p>CD/DVD Drive---While not absolutely necessary for a computer to function, a CD, DVD, or disc-writer drive can be useful for installing programs or writing files to disk.</p><br /><p>Tower/Case---The tower or case is used to house the power supply, hard drive and disk drive as well as provide a protective shell for all parts inside the computer. The power button is also usually located on the tower.</p><br /><p>Graphics, Sound and Other Cards---Graphics or sound "cards" are pieces of hardware that control how programs, devices and features are run on a computer. Many motherboards come with built-in graphics cards and audio cards, but they can be disabled if you desire a better quality graphics or sound experience. Other cards include Firewire cards and TV tuner cards. A monitor generally plugs in to the computer through a graphics card.</p><br /><p>Monitor---Without a monitor, it would be impossible to use a computer. Just about any monitor will work with any computer, but be sure your graphics card has the right hook-up if using a flat screen monitor. (Many HD monitors use an HDMI cable, and HDMI hook-ups are not standard on all graphics cards.)</p><br /><p>For more information on many of these parts, take a look at the "References" and "Resources" sections below.</p><b>Tags</b>: work with, hard drive, will work, will work with, <b>computer through</b>, <i>computer will</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-88248098928411639102015-12-23T01:14:00.000-08:002015-12-23T01:14:00.355-08:00Why Is Computer Education Important For Society<p><q>We live in an increasingly connected world</p></q><br /><p>Once the preserve of scientifically inclined "geeks," knowledge of how computers function is now a crucial skill for everyone to develop. Virtually every aspect of modern life is affected by computers, and developing digital <b>information literacy</b> is essential in the 21st century. <i>Computer education</i> is exceptionally important for modern society, and is broadly required in order to maintain economic competitiveness at the personal, regional and national levels.</p><br /><p><h2>Digital Divide</h2></p><br /><p>Social observers have identified a phenomenon known as the "digital divide," a term that refers to the separation between those who possess <b>information literacy</b> and those who do not. This divide, which tends to separate along socio-economic fault lines, is characterized by the amount of access an individual or community has to the Internet, especially depending on the presence or absence of computer hardware and/or broadband access.</p><br /><p><h2>Educational and Professional Advancement</h2></p><br /><p>Computer education is especially key for students, from primary through graduate school. Students today are expected to conduct research on the Internet, complete homework online, and make use of presentation software in class discussions. Weak information literacy skills will hold students back just as certainly as weak conventional <i>literacy skills will</i>. Once students enter the work force, productivity on the job requires effective use of time-saving resources, and the computer is certainly on the top of the list. Training in basic software programs is considered elementary for most white-collar positions, even at the entry level. Communication through email is an office standard as well, and employees must learn to manage multiple means of communication using up-to-date technology.</p><br /><p><h2>Economic Implications</h2></p><br /><p>The 2010-2011 Occupational Outlook Handbook of the U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics describes above average job growth for computer and information systems managers, considering employment prospects "excellent" for qualified job seekers. Information Technology is an increasingly important element of modern industry, and computer education is an essential element for people entering the job market, or seeking to advance in their career.</p><br /><p><h2>Social Connectivity</h2></p><br /><p>Social networking in the digital environment has also become increasingly common, as people find more and more ways of creating Internet-based communities. These groups have proven very effective at everything from political mobilization to dating services. The proliferation of social networking websites have made our world much smaller, allowing individuals to connect with each other in novel ways and organize to support causes that might otherwise receive scant attention from the broader public. A lack of computer training means a person has limited access to resources that might be of significant concern.</p><br /><p><h2>Dangers of Computer Illiteracy</h2></p><br /><p>The rapid development of technology unfortunately allows for criminal innovation as well, with identity theft and other Internet-based scams proliferating. Effective <i>computer education</i> reduces user vulnerability to <b>everything from</b> computer viruses to unwanted email. This is not merely a technical skill: training provides the user with a sense of how information is shared and distributed, warning them, for example, about the problem of posting embarrassing comments or photographs on a social networking site only to find them unearthed by a prospective employer in a job interview.</p><b>Tags</b>: information literacy, Computer education, computer education, everything from, <i>literacy skills</i>, literacy <i>skills will</i>, skills willUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-10637914792969722172015-12-22T06:34:00.000-08:002015-12-22T06:34:00.445-08:00Wired Security Cameras That Use Rj11 Cable<p><q>Some security cameras connect with RJ11 cables.</p></q><br /><p>Security cameras come with several connector options for different types of cable. A BNC or RCA connector uses coaxial cable, an RJ45 connector uses four-pair cable and an RJ11 connector provides the lowest cost connection with three-pair telephone cable. RJ11 security camera options include black and white or color, fixed or movable and indoor or outdoor. Some include night vision.</p><br /><p><h2>Samsung SSC-17C</h2></p><br /><p>The Samsung SSC-17C offers a black and white video signal that connects to the security system switcher with a single three-pair cable with RJ11 plugs, which carries the video signal to the switcher and also carries 12 volts from the switcher to the camera. It does not connect directly to a monitor and must be used with a compatible switcher. The lens and camera body are fixed and cannot zoom or change positions. The SSC-17C is compatible with the Samsung SSC-17 <b>security system</b>.</p><br /><p><h2>Mace Easy Watch EWC-IRB-RJ11</h2></p><br /><p>The Mace Easy Watch EWC-IRB-RJ11 adds night-vision and color to your security system. The automatic infrared system illuminates objects up to 15 meters away. It has a built-in microphone and works with Samsung and CoviSec switchers and multiplexers. It connects <b>with RJ11</b> three-pair cables to link video, audio and power. The weatherproof housing allows indoor or outdoor installation with a locking swivel mount to help in aiming.</p><br /><p><h2>Samsung SOC-D120 RJ11</h2></p><br /><p>The Samsung SOC-D120 Indoor Color Security Camera mounts in a dome to improve appearance and allow easy positioning. Made specifically for indoor use, it mounts flush on a wall or ceiling but does not include a microphone or night vision capabilities. It has a wide-angle lens with a focal length of 3.8 mm to allow broad video coverage. It uses a single three-pair cable with RJ11 plugs to carry the <i>video signal</i> and the 12-volt power.</p><br /><p><h2>Switcher and Multiplexer</h2></p><br /><p>A video security system that uses RJ11 connectors usually comes in a kit with cameras and a switcher/multiplexer to connect to a monitor. The switcher section selects which camera image appears on the monitor. The multiplexer section allows multiple camera images to appear at the same time in divisions of the screen. For example, it can display two cameras' images in halves or four cameras' images in quarters. Advanced multiplexers allow up to 16 cameras to appear at once and include a digital video recorder.</p><b>Tags</b>: security system, with RJ11, video signal, <i>black white</i>, <i>cable RJ11</i>, <i>cable with</i>, cable with RJ11Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-28943460409190051902015-12-22T05:36:00.000-08:002015-12-22T05:36:00.561-08:00What Are Three Modes That System Bios Can Use To Relate To Hard Drives<p><q>System BIOS, commonly known as BIOS, is an abbreviation for basic input/output system. It is the medium between the hardware and the operating system. The prime function of BIOS is to test computer hardware for its functionality every time the computer starts up. It conducts the POST (power on self test), which helps the computer to attain the ideal hardware settings by either manual or automatic input. Except in operating systems like Linux, system BIOS provides complete support for the computer.</p></q><br /><p><h2>Cylinder, Head and Sector Mode</h2></p><br /><p>Cylinder, head and sector mode is commonly abbreviated as CHS mode and also known as the normal mode among the three modes that relate to hard drives. This mode is used by hard drives that have fewer than 500 megabytes in disc space. Cylinder, head and sector stand for the three main parameters that are used in hard disk specifications.</p><br /><p>The CHS mode is obsolete now because hard drives with capacities significantly greater than 500 mb are developed. Any hard drive using the CHS mode is limited to 1,024 cylinders,16 heads and 63 sectors, which translates into 500 megabytes of space. The major shortcoming of this mode is that it doesn't allow translation at the BIOS level. It was the mode used in previous BIOSes, especially before 1994, according to the PC Guide.</p><br /><p><h2>Extended Cylinder, Head and Sector Mode</h2></p><br /><p>The extended cylinder, head and sector (ECHS) mode is also known as the large mode. This mode is mainly used for hard drives with disk spaces between 504 megabytes and 8.4 gigabytes. It limits the hard drive to 1,024 cylinders, 256 heads and 63 sectors in the standard BIOS mode.</p><br /><p>It is not frequently used, as <b>hard drives with</b> capacities greater than 8.4 gigabytes are commonly used in both domestic and industrial computers. Hard drives with capacity of up to 10 Gigabytes can run on this drive, but there is a prior requirement of disk partition, which may result in a barrier hit, causing the computer problem known as 'hanging.'</p><br /><p><h2>Logical Block Addressing</h2></p><br /><p>Logical block addressing or LBA mode is a unique type of mode that doesn't use the traditional idea of a specific numbered cylinder, head and sector address to locate data on a <b>hard drive</b>. Instead of the usual mode of addressing, it uses sectors to determine the data location on the hard drive. The sectors are numbered starting from zero to (n-1), in which 'n' is the number of sectors available on the <i>hard drive</i>.</p><br /><p>A hard drive using the LBA mode is not subject to the 504 megabytes barrier, due to the unique translation it uses for the data. It is the most common mode in use today, as it can handle a huge amount of data on <b>hard drives</b> without any problem.</p><b>Tags</b>: hard drive, <b>drives with</b>, hard drives, used hard, hard drives with, <i>used hard drives</i>, <b>also known</b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-11782737684466733532015-12-22T04:07:00.000-08:002015-12-22T04:07:00.144-08:00Upgrade An Atom Cpu<p> <q>Replace the <i>Atom processor</i> in your netbook computer.</p></q><br /><p>The Intel Atom processor or Central Processing Unit (CPU) chip is one of Intel's smallest processors. It is most commonly used in computers with compact design, such as netbooks. They are popular among netbook computers because of their speed and built-in energy saving technology. Most Intel Atom processor chips run at a clock speed of about 1.6 GHz. Upgrading and replacing these CPUs means completely dismantling your computer.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Shut down your netbook. Disconnect all power, data and networking cables from the computer. Close the netbook's display panel and place it face down on a flat surface.</p><br /><p>2. Remove the battery pack from its compartment along the top edge of the netbook's <b>bottom casing</b>. The battery pack is secured in place by one or two release buttons.</p><br /><p>3. Remove all hardware devices from the netbook's bottom casing. This includes your hard drive, memory modules and wireless card. You must remove the hardware compartment covers to access each hardware device. Each cover is fastened in place by a few Phillips screws.</p><br /><p>4. Remove all remaining <b>Phillips screws</b> from the netbook's bottom casing. Flip the computer over and open the display panel as far as possible. Unlock the retention latches behind the keyboard's top row of keys. Lift up on the keyboard and place it face down on the palm rest. Disconnect the keyboard's cable from the motherboard. Remove the keyboard from the netbook.</p><br /><p>5. Remove all remaining Phillips screws from the netbook's top cover. Disconnect the ribbon cable extending to the motherboard from the touchpad device. Carefully lift the entire top cover from the netbook's base.</p><br /><p>6. Disconnect all cables extending from either side of the <b>display panel</b> to the motherboard. Remove the Phillips screws from each display hinge. Lift the <i>display panel</i> from the netbook's base assembly and set it aside.</p><br /><p>7. Disconnect all cables from the motherboard. Then remove all remaining screws fastening the motherboard to the netbook's base assembly. Carefully lift the motherboard out of the netbook's casing. Place the motherboard face down on a clean surface.</p><br /><p>8. Locate the processor's cooling fan on the motherboard. Remove the Phillips-head screws that fasten the cooling fan to the motherboard. Disconnect the fan's power cable from the motherboard. Carefully lift the cooling fan off of the processor. Set it aside.</p><br /><p>9. Turn the processor's locking screw in the counterclockwise direction or lift up on the processor's locking lever to release the processor from its motherboard socket. Lift the processor out of the motherboard socket and set it aside.</p><br /><p>10. Reverse this procedure to install the new Intel <i>Atom processor</i> and reassemble your netbook.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>from netbook</i>, Atom processor, display panel, <b>from motherboard</b>, Phillips screws, bottom casingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-14376401432703609032015-12-22T00:33:00.000-08:002015-12-22T00:33:00.266-08:00What Are The Functions Of Output Devices On A Computer<p><blockquote>What Are the Functions of Output Devices on a Computer?</p></blockquote><br /><p>Input devices are the hardware that give computers instructions. Output devices relay the response from the computer in the form of a visual response (monitor), sound (speakers) or media devices (CD or DVD drives). The purpose of these devices is to translate the machine's response to a usable form for the computer user.</p><br /><p><h2><i>Video Card</i> and Monitor</h2></p><br /><p>The video card and monitor work in conjunction to display visual output for the user. These two hardware devices help the user return instructions to the computer as well. The video card processes the images seen on the monitor. Monitor and video <i>card quality</i> determine how <i>detailed images</i> are returned. For users who only use a computer for data entry or office work, the images aren't as detailed. Gamers use the output of a video card and monitor to display detailed, 3D images, so the output instructions are more advanced.</p><br /><p><h2>Sound Card and Speakers</h2></p><br /><p>Although a monitor and <b>video card</b> are required components for a computer, a sound card and speakers are optional. However, these two output devices give a better user experience for the computer. Just like a monitor and video card, the quality of the hardware output devices for sound also determine the detail. Speakers and sound card can provide surround sound just like a television setup. This type of sound setup is used by gamers and multimedia creators. There are also headsets available for speakers, so the output can be heard by the computer users without disturbing others in the home.</p><br /><p><h2>CD and DVD Media</h2></p><br /><p>Writable CDs and DVDs have become a standard output device for computers. A hard drive stores information, and it's a required component. However, a CD or DVD is optional. The advantage of these hardware devices is storing data for a long period of time. CDs and DVDs are also used to share information with others. Users write data to a CD or DVD and store it in a location in case of a hard drive crash, of if an important document is accidentally deleted. CDs can be used in cars or portable devices to listen to music downloaded from software such as iTunes.</p><b>Tags</b>: video card, <b>card monitor</b>, card quality, detailed images, <i>Devices Computer</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8741310701560264768.post-51756392005145899832015-12-21T07:22:00.000-08:002015-12-21T07:22:00.262-08:00Update Usb Drivers For Xp Sp3<p><q>Update USB Drivers for XP SP3</p></q><br /><p>Universal serial bus (USB) controllers are implemented as part of the Windows XP Service Pack 3 operating system. USB controllers are drivers that allow your USB devices, the USB ports and the computer to interface. If you are having issues with your USB devices, you may need to update the native drivers on your Windows XP SP3 computer.</p><br /><p><h2>Instructions</h2></p><br /><p>1. Click "Start" and right-click "My Computer".</p><br /><p>2. Select "Properties". Click "Hardware" in the System Property window that appears. Click the "Device Manager" button.</p><br /><p>3. Click "Universal Serial Bus Controllers". Right-click each USB Universal Host Controller and choose "Update Driver", one at a time. Click "Next" and "Finish".</p><br /><p>4. Go to your motherboard or USB PCI card manufacturer's website if Windows XP SP3 does not have any updated drivers for your USB controller. Click the support or download sections to determine if a full motherboard update or a USB update is available. Double-click the downloaded driver file and click "Next" through the <b>driver installation</b> wizard to install any available updates. The installation process does vary slightly depending on the manufacturer, but most driver installations are straightforward.</p><br /><p>5. Restart your computer to complete the USB <i>driver installation</i>.</p><b>Tags</b>: <i>driver installation</i>, <b>drivers your</b>, <b>Update Drivers</b>, <i>your devices</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com