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Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by yemi2plus(m): 7:24am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


1. Whilst you may find software that will partition you HDD with the OS installed I'd always recommend backup your personal files and use the partition software you wish to use.

If you have a product key, get a copy of Windows 8 on a bootable USB and partition on reinstalling Windows.

Set C: 80-120GB, rest for data and change the default folder location for your downloads, documents, videos and pictures to the second partition.

2. If the device is not listed in Device Manager you aren't likely to have a dedicated GPU. Did you verify this information I device manager?

3. Using a charger with higher amperage will charge it faster. Most laptops will stop charging when the battery is full. Please confirm the voltage and amperage of the original charger and that of the charger you wish to use.

BlivAK

Thanks for your quick reply.

1. I don't wish to partition the hard disk drive using external third party applications. I intend using the default Disk Management tool that has the ability of shrinking volume, extend partition, create partition and also format partition. According to online tutorials, if done properly, I don't need to backup my files as the C: hard drive will not be formatted.

2. The system is currently off due to pathetic power in my area, as soon as power is restored, I'll confirm and upload screenshot for advise.

3. I don't have the original charger that was first tested with the PC at the point of purchase that latter stopped charging the PC, but I remember that the output voltage was 18.5V. The capacity of the charger I'm using currently with it are as follow;

INPUT: 100-240V ~ 1.5A(1.5A) 50-60Hz

OUTPUT: 19V(19V) --- 4.74A(4.74A) - O + 90W
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by yemi2plus(m): 7:29am On Sep 01, 2016
bdavis:
To: Yemi2plus:

Just a little addendum to what the poster above me (AKBliv010) said:

1. Whilst you may find software that will partition you HDD with the OS installed I'd always recommend backup your personal files and use the partition software you wish to use...if the system came pre-installed, I'll say aside your personal files backup the SWSETUP folder as well, since this is where all the drivers and the pre-installed applications are. Backing up this folder would save you time and when you need to reinstall your driver's after you are done installing Windows.


2. If the device is not listed in Device Manager you aren't likely to have a dedicated GPU. Did you verify this information I device manager?
...he might have a dedicated GPU, but improper driver installation might not make it turn up in Device Manager, unless he knows what to look for.


Thanks for your input.

1. The system didn't come pre-installed with a windows 8.1 pro operating system. It came with windows 7, Ultimate I think. Though, I'll backup my files and driver folder as you and the poster before advised.

2. Please, what do I need to look for?
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Qhalifah: 8:08am On Sep 01, 2016
Lexusgs430:


Is your operating system activated?
Activated?? What do you mean by "activated" please
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Lexusgs430: 8:14am On Sep 01, 2016
Qhalifah:
Activated?? What do you mean by "activated" please


Is your wallpaper permanently black? Do you get a message to activate windows?
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 8:14am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


Try this, I made this video specially for you.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEDiZY5aiE0
Thanks, I've been trying to play this video since last night but my network is not strong enough to play it. Can you please highlight what is said in the video? I'll appreciate it
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by souljaboi51(m): 9:31am On Sep 01, 2016
Hello skydancer and anyone who can help. I recently replaced my mother board and I have 2 problems. First the wifi doesn't connect anymore, it sees the network but for some reason it does not connect. I have updated the drivers using a cable connection but it's still not working. Secondly, it's now telling me activate windows. My laptop is a year old and the OS is originalso and even after upgrading to win 10 I never had issues. Please help me. Thanks
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 9:54am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
Thanks, I've been trying to play this video since last night but my network is not strong enough to play it. Can you please highlight what is said in the video? I'll appreciate it

Connect your phone to the PC and make sure you are connected to the Internet

Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Configure a device

The Hardware Troubleshooter will open. Set it to fix the detected problems automatically.

Click on Next to run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. Once the scan is completed, it will present you with a report.

Choose the ones you want to fix and click on Next.

The Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter will try to fix the problems for you.

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Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 10:02am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


Connect your phone to the PC and make sure you are connected to the Internet

Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Configure a device

The Hardware Troubleshooter will open. Set it to fix the detected problems automatically.

Click on Next to run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. Once the scan is completed, it will present you with a report.

Choose the ones you want to fix and click on Next.

The Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter will try to fix the problems for you.



Thanks i will try that now and report back

Modified : I can't find configure a device

Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 10:05am On Sep 01, 2016
souljaboi51:
Hello skydancer and anyone who can help. I recently replaced my mother board and I have 2 problems. First the wifi doesn't connect anymore, it sees the network but for some reason it does not connect. I have updated the drivers using a cable connection but it's still not working. Secondly, it's now telling me activate windows. My laptop is a year old and the OS is originalso and even after upgrading to win 10 I never had issues. Please help me. Thanks

Hardware changes, especially the motherboard will trigger the activate Windows. Connect to Internet and try to activate it manually by
Press Windows key + R
A box will open
Type in: SLUI.EXE 4,then Enter
Pick your location and follow onscreen instructions, its a free automated call.

For your wifi try the hardware troubleshooter detailed above.
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 10:18am On Sep 01, 2016
I searched for troubleshooting and then clicked hardware and this is what I saw but it's still not working

Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 10:23am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
Thanks i will try that now and report back

Modified : I can't find configure a device

In the Control Panel window. Type 'troubleshooting'.

Click on troubleshooting

Click Hardware and Sound

Click hardware and devices

Click next and follow instructions

Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 10:25am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
I searched for troubleshooting and then clicked hardware and this is what I saw but it's still not working

Actually on that report you have Windows update to never install drivers. I think that's your issue. Allow driver updates.
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 10:29am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


Actually on that report you have Windows update to never install drivers. I think that's your issue. Allow driver updates.
Sorry please how do I do that
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 10:44am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
Sorry please how do I do that
AKBliv010:

In the Control Panel window. Type 'troubleshooting'.
Click on Find and fix problems, under Troubleshooting
Click Fix problems with Windows Update, under System and Security
If it asks, click on try troubleshooter as administrator
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 10:53am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:

My phone is still not showing on the system

Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 10:55am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
My phone is still not showing on the system
Now you have windows to update driver, run the hardware troubleshooter again.
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 11:09am On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:

Now you have windows to update driver, run the hardware troubleshooter again.
It's still showing the same thing and I tried the fixing stuff again. My phone has been connected all this while and the Internet connection has been there

Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 11:21am On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
It's still showing the same thing and I tried the fixing stuff again. My phone has been connected all this while and the Internet connection has been there

Hmmm...what phone is it?
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Emmaesty(f): 12:16pm On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:

Hmmm...what phone is it?
Infinix hot 2. My flash drive works on the system but most phones don't
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 12:38pm On Sep 01, 2016
Emmaesty:
Infinix hot 2. My flash drive works on the system but most phones don't

Then I suspect you need to install the drivers for the Infinix Hot 2. Download the drivers from the link below

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B5gP1lXvmMe5aUNndk9mQzRKTkU

Then watch this video for installation process. Hope it helps


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWqtq8aV3m4
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by mrnuur(m): 12:45pm On Sep 01, 2016
How can I recover a permanently deleted file on my pc. Pls
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by souljaboi51(m): 1:27pm On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


Hardware changes, especially the motherboard will trigger the activate Windows. Connect to Internet and try to activate it manually by
Press Windows key + R
A box will open
Type in: SLUI.EXE 4,then Enter
Pick your location and follow onscreen instructions, its a free automated call.

For your wifi try the hardware troubleshooter detailed above.

Thanks for the info but unfortunately I no longer have the product key so I cannot type it in manually. Tried the trouble shooter for the wifi, no luck
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by June24th: 3:47pm On Sep 01, 2016
Hi all, I downloaded a movie online and tried viewing it but after 20 seconds, it stops and shows me Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library 'This application has requested Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way... '
.
.
I've downloaded Microsoft visual c++ 2015 but the error still persists.
Any solution for this
Cc: Computerboy, AKBliv010, Lexusgs430 et al.. THanKs for ur contribution in advance smiley
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by Lexusgs430: 3:56pm On Sep 01, 2016
June24th:
Hi all, I downloaded a movie onlie and tried viewing it but after 20 seconds, it stops and show me Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library 'This application has requested Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way... '
.
.
Any solution for this
Cc: Computerboy, AKBliv010, Lexusgs430 et al.. THanKs for ur contribution in advance smiley


Is your Microsoft visual C++ up to date?

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Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by June24th: 4:01pm On Sep 01, 2016
Lexusgs430:



Is your Microsoft visual C++ up to date?
Pls how can I check that? I'm not a computer guru lipsrsealed lipsrsealed
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 4:14pm On Sep 01, 2016
June24th:

Pls how can I check that? I'm not a computer guru lipsrsealed lipsrsealed

Update it to the latest, if that doesn't work try the older versions

https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/kb/2977003

Install both 32-bit and 64-bit
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by June24th: 5:01pm On Sep 01, 2016
AKBliv010:


Update it to the latest, if that doesn't work try the older versions

https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/kb/2977003

Install both 32-bit and 64-bit
Thanks pal, this was what I saw and I amtrying to download both:
vc_redist.x64.exe
13.9 MB

vc_redist.x86.exe
13.1 MB
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by June24th: 5:10pm On Sep 01, 2016
I downloaded it from Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015
AKBliv010
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by AKBliv010(m): 6:08pm On Sep 01, 2016
June24th:
I downloaded it from Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015
AKBliv010
run the files you've downloaded and see if its resolved your issue.
Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by nobleswazzy(m): 6:33pm On Sep 01, 2016
bigt2:

uninstall and reinstall the modem software.
Thanks it's now working fine

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Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by booz(m): 7:36pm On Sep 01, 2016
bdavis:


You mean the display is kinda dark to see or the keyboard backlight; which exactly? Could you upload the picture?

Thanks brother. I thought it was inverter board problem, just to discover the computer (a new generation hp) doesn't have an inverter board like the likes of DV6.

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