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deji2009: I am not sure of windows 8, please use the internet to do your research .

I would advise that you get a sets of DVDs to create a recovery disc
in case of a hard drive failure, you can use the cd to remaster the system.
Here, where I live to remaster a system I charge a nigerian equivalent 15000 naira
it can save you money and time. if in doubts visit google to research how
to create a recovery dvd on Hp, it would direct you on how to

peteregwu: now guys i need your help, i have acer travelmate 3002wtmi from norway with their language....i want to change the language to english, how do i go about it. pls friends help.

thanks.

peteregwu: guy, i have done it. i succeeded in factory resetting the laptop. i did with much reserch on the net. so, thank God! what remains now is for me to change the norwegian language to english.will do that later tonight.

The system should have asked you to choose your language
type at the beginning, did you get that?

peteregwu: God forbid! i rather die than to steal someone else's laptop. what i posted was true amd nothing more, if u want to help pls do, and i u dont want, well, thank you and God bless u.

Dear peteregwu],

I was pleased to learn that you have successful restore the laptop by
doing your own research. My colleague sameolg616 took the current action
at the time you asked for support. Giving the numbers of users that
asked us for support within 9ja, it can be hard to tell who is genuine.
Please pardon us, This is Nigeria and we know our people very well.

Here at nairaland computer section, we are friendly and ready to help.
Regarding the language, please take time to do your research on
the internet just like you did for the factory reset.I am sure
sameolg616 would be please to help you in the future with any
other problems.

Donsammi: thanx what of win 8 ? Its 4G RAM 500G ..dnt knw if it will be built in graphics card

I am not sure of windows 8, please use the internet to do your research .

Donsammi: Deji thanx U..my Dad will soon buy a intel hp pavilion G6..(rememba i pm u on januarY) plz where can i get softwares online to download (utilites,desktop ) will a 500G HDD 4GB RAM PLAY PES 2013 ?

Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 System Requirement:

Operating System: Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7

Processor: Intel Core2Duo @ 2.4Ghz or AMD Athlon

RAM: 2 GB or more depending upon how much you can afford.

Hard Disk: More than 4 GB free disk space

Graphics: 256 MB Graphics Memory other than built in grapic card.

Sound Card: DirectX 9 Compatible

DirectX: Version 9


http://en.softonic.com/

sameolg616: Its n independent set of all drivers on. A DVD used to configure any kinda systems.

sameolg616: Let me explain d difference btw a commercial (licensed) ntivirus.a licensed anti-virus is very potent and gives u access to the providers servers to get update daily against recent threats nd attacks while ur free antivirus is limited in functionality and may not respond to attacks.anyday,I'd recommend a licensed antivirus.I still boost of d best kaspersky tools around(even with d ones kspersky aint aware of)trial resetters,kaspersky key checkers,daily keys..I don't just recommend it cuz I know it very well but because of its ratings,low ram usuage,effectiveness and most importantly 'its user-friendly'..r u not entertained,grab a copy now!

I applauded your professional and technical advice.
The driver pack is highly rated to get the job done.
It's my last resort after using all the options available to me
whenever I am with a client. superb !

new paparazzi: help.my hp probook 4510s refuses to turn on.it boots to a stage on d black screen then stops without completing the booting to turn d system on.we have checked d memory & it was ok. any help is apreciated.tanx.

Restart pls
then press f2
until you
see bios
go to diagnostics
run the hard drive test
long one preferably

it would either passed or failed

if no joy we could
try f8 on start up
and choose safe mode then
check on google how to
do system restore if no joy
f8 again and click repair your
computer, if any.

iya ayi: Pls, my desktop refuses to boot after a light outage (no UPS). All attempts to ON it is futile. The screen is saying windows will start normally after a countdown, but it doesn't start.
Pls kindly help on what to do. Thank you

restart and keep pressing f8 on keyboard
select last known good config and press enter
if no joy select safe mode and press enter

dont panic your icons will be bigger and
lots of txt on screen, that's is normal.

once in safe mode
click start , all progra...accesso...
system tools and systsem restore
select a date, i.e, 3 days ago and continue with system
restore.

if no joy f8 again select repair ur computer
follow the instructions

flama: thanks sir can i have ur number or email address.

I reside in London and there is little that I can do to help.
you need someone to physical check it for you or get someone on this
forum that lives in Nigeria

adewasco2k: Just goto any reputable retailer! From my personal observation; don't buy any HP adapter that has light indicator.

I applauded your professional advice adewasko.

@poster ensure you follow the advice and also
as a computer technician, I would advice you
take the laptop with you and try the charger with it
and then look for hp support, then power management or
thermal. if you were unable to find it, visit google prior
to taking there download hp battery test and make sure
the charger is plug in to the elect..cource and the laptop
the run the test. it must pass the test. no unknown message

flama: thanks boss, but the old HDD is not working again that was why i changed it. Moreover am unable to get someone using the same model as mine, that's why i need gurus help.

How is it not working ?

get an hdd enclosure
connect the hdd to it and connect
the usb end to another computer to
extract the drivers etc

adewasco2k: Download audio driver for your system here : http://www.zinoxtechnologies.com/downloads.php

I am a fan of Zinox for their expertise
in laptops building. I read it
somewhere that they compete with the
likes of hp in Nigeria

thumps up adewasko and co

where is wolelebab,dualcore mdsocks,
denzel 2009 and onegig.
quite an age especially
denzel2009 and dualcore
previous winner of
computer poster award

adewasco2k: you might need to download a driver from there website

Debeloved87: ok...which of the site...my laptop maker site or ZTE Technology website. My laptop maker site has a modem driver software should i download it ?

I have checked their website and cant seem to find anything.
you are better off calling and/or sending them an email.

furthermore, re visit device manager and right on the yellow sign
and select properties and there will be a number in the box, i.e., code 10.

I would also advice that you follow adewasko previous suggestion to try
the usb modem on another computer. This is called process of elimination

Customer service hotline for ADSL modems:
+86-755-26770188
Complaint Tel:
+86-755-26770199
Email:
support@zte.com.cn

showietee: help needed house! Whenever my pc hibernate by itself, it doesn't turn on again no matter the attempt i make. Thoug, that has happened be4 in the past but it stopped when my pc was restored. But the prob has resurfaced again. Pls your help needed. Thanks.

adewasco2k: Download and install latest video drivers for your system and video card! also you can try changing your resolution. also try cleaning up your system by doing disk clean up and defragmentation

Adewasco2k had advised that you install the latest video drivers What's make is
your computer ? e.g. toshiba P300-20H windows vista

onegig: The sell activation keys for windows 8.

But since it came as an OEM...i.e from the manufacturer I see why it wont be activated already.

BEst bet is take it back to where you bought it and ask they activate it, It's part of the money you paid for the damned system bro.

Brilliant !

purplekayc: Thanks deji , I wanted a 1.5 g nvidia initially but wasn't available ,Do u know any good stores (reputable) in ikeja where I can find it ? In case the one I know doesn't have it ?The nvidia 210 had cost N14,000
And what is a "CPU Z" ? And what does it do? Will I download it directly onto my pc? (I have changed my OS to fedora for d mean time ) does I was having trouble re configuring bak to xp ...

what's the trouble an how many hard drive you have in your pc ?
if you installed fedora by yourself, you should be able to install xp
I am not in nigeria to know who sells hardware component.

onegig: Since you are a former engineer...just update the bios firmware.

Would recommend that you check the manufacturer website for
bios update information and check that it applies to the problem
you're having. check the more details section before applying the update.
Also you cannot disconnect/connect the charger whilst the update is in progress

remove all device, e.g. USB stick, cables and others.what's the laptop make and model
number.for example toshiba p300-20h windows vista.I learnt that you are a technician
try testing the memory and hard drive as well.

purplekayc: My pc is a HP pro 3010 MT : what sort of nvidia card would be compatible with it @ all4naija??

list of optional cards for your machine are listed below:

ATI Radeon HD 4350 (512MB) FH PCIe x16 Card (for MT only)
ATI Radeon HD 4550 (256MB) DH PCIe x16 Graphics Card
ATI Radeon HD 4650 1GB Dual Head PCIe x16 Card (FH for MT only)
NVidia GeForce G210 512MB ATX PCIe x16 (for MT only)
NVidia GeForce GT230 1.5GB PCIe x16 Card

The current onboard graphics card should auto disable itself
after adding an upgrade. Source www.hp.com

download CPU-Z and see what your motherboard is, this will
allow you to see what you will be able to install

ugobanks: Hi guys, my laptop hp pavilion dv 2500 suddenly developed a problem.When i switch it on it refuses to come on as i see a dark screen.Even though the blue lights come on.I was told its the VGA na its not replacable. I am not techy but i am sure you guys know what i mean.Please what could be the cause and remedy.

HP Pavilion DV series are known for their issues
with the cooling system.its sometime get very hot causing
the integrated video chip to move away from the motherboard.
This has been ongoing for a long time now and is well documented
all over the internet. Please refer to the following link


http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2010/HP-Expands-Recall-of-Notebook-Computer-Batteries-Due-to-Fire-Hazard/

wisepluto: Tnx @deji, i tried it out but the result of what i downloaded didn't seem to be compatible with my system.

pls provide yes or no

You have a mac ?
Already had os x ?
Now want Win 7
to dual boot ?

How did you
install it in the first place ?
for example used original windows cd
etc. it can be complicated so time
when you have dual operating system.
i suggest you go to goole and
type how to install windows 7
on mac it will guide you through

use google thats the solution

debedebe: Urgent gurus in d house, am installing microsoft window xp 2005 bootable cd service pack 2 on my hp pavilion dv 2000,in d process of installation when it has reached installing windows,i saw a box says files needed, The file 'asms'on window XP professional service pack 2 CD is needed, Type the path where the file is located,and then click ok.... Copy files from E:\1386

I take it that the Hp laptop does not came with Genuine Windows® XP Media Center Edition ?
Please check the back. Did you used NTFS quick or Fat32 to format at the welcome screen ?

Did you have other operating system installed e.g. VISTA OR WINDOWS 7

Also is the cd original as original not copied or road seller type
Please, we are not rude.We know this happens alot when people
often refused to buy genuine software is common in our society

As well as check the bios by presssing f10 or f2 on start up and go to
boot configuration or other options until you found sata native mode
disabled it please and save the changes please refer to your screen.
if might be boot option ACHI you can change to compaibility mode
and save the changes either way those option should be in the bios and attepmt the installation
again make sure you saved the changes by pressing f10 plase refer to your scren

could clean the cd to make is not dirty

hismail1: pls my winning eleven9 game doesn't display anymore though it gives me the sound,anytin i can do 2 make it display?

onegig: checked your display driver adapter if it's up to date yet?

adewasco2k: was it displaying before? Try to change your PC resolution and see

I acknowledged adewasko and onegig [/b]advice.Would you
please state the laptop make and model number. for example toshiba
p300-20h windows vista or Windows 7. was the Winning eleven9 downloaded onto your
computer or was it an installation you installed through a cd ?


We would like you to run a video test
named [b]dxdiag. click start, all prog...., access...run click on it
a box would pop up type in dxdiag and press enter navigate to display and
click test at the bottom XP only. what happened please ?

Also on the same screen go to information and state thedirect x version e.g. DirectX 8.1
or higher. on display make sure all the direx features are all enabled

Also I need you to physically check that your drivers is uptodate by
brining run again and type in devmgmt.msc and press enter click the + sign next to display
adaptor right click then click update make sure yo 're connect to teh internet. also
my good colleague onegig suggested that you try uninstalling when you right click and restart the
comp..for changes to take effect .

wisepluto: Tnx @Op for this opportunity. I was developing mobile apps on a windows pc. It later crashed and I had to go for a Macbook pro...I have already partitioned the hard disk for both Mac OS and Windows 7 OS. But the challenge am currently faced with is that of the right drivers to enable all the functionality of windows on my mac. An example is the wireless lan which cannot detect any wifi within range. How best do I resolve this issue? Thanks in anticipation.

How did you installed the windows i.e. bootcamp

was the windows cd original cd or copied, pleas be specific

please refer to http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3986

pls provide yes or no

You have a mac ?
Already had os x ?
Now want Win 7
to dual boot ?

How did you
install it in the first place ?
for example used original windows cd
etc. it can be complicated so time
when you have dual operating system.
i suggest you go to goole and
type how to install windows 7
on mac it will guide you through

use google thats the solution

Biggyd2: It is an apple laptop(macair). I haven't installed any other program on it. Use my other system for those. Thanks.

pls refer to http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2570

bong4: That is the message that comes up each time i try to boot up the system. It displays, "Power on Password", as in requesting for a password before it continues booting. This is not the users password. Thanks for your response.

I refer to http://www.uktsupport.co.uk/reference/biosp.htm

NB: I have provided the user with a link that
support bios backdoor password. please note this dooes not
violate forum rules. it violate forum rule when is to do with
WGA Cracks and the likes. universal bios backdoor password was created by
manufacturer and is all over on the internet for everyone's benefit.
If there is no joy you need to pay a technician to fix it.

Biggyd2: Help please, macbook air showing grey skin, apple logo and a spinning icon under the logo and i am unable to go beyond this. Tried starting up and holding the 'R' and command keys, but it takes forever to re install Mac OS X and the process breaks off after a few hours. Please can you help me out here? Many thanks.

are you installing mac o s x on windows or
installing on an apple laptop

also do u have other windows install i.e. dual boot
xp or vista

Biggyd2: Help please, macbook air showing grey skin, apple logo and a spinning icon under the logo and i am unable to go beyond this. Tried starting up and holding the 'R' and command keys, but it takes forever to re install Mac OS X and the process breaks off after a few hours. Please can you help me out here? Many thanks.

Its having a start up problems. its a classic mac os x start up problem.
I would like you to refer to http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2570

adewasco2k: try this im sure it will work.

remove it from power
remove the battery
hold down the power button for not less than 1 minute
replace back the battery
power on and see

onegig: ATX reset wont work for the laptop ade...

LEDs blink 5 times System board General system board failure. Thats from the Compaq website.

I guess he has to take it to a technician unless he's good technically i maybe be able to help out from here by giving descriptions on what he can do.

@onegig and adewasko

You are absolutely right that the problem was a motherboard. adewasko attempted
ATX Reset that we would normally try before anything else. The atx reset is well
documented on the internet and has helped many people to revive their machine.
I also saluted you for citing HP website. Keep up the good work and enjoy your
week. wolebaba, mdsocks, all4naija, 4llenbutu, femi, denzel2009, duaclcore and
co and everybody else, hope u all cool . take care, Deji from Cambridge, London

Onyeka4: Help pls my Sony laptop is alwayz very 'Hot' and the Fan is also noisy........the Battery dsnt last at all......what due i do to fix it pls?...'whatapp >> '08064609888'

It is a hardware problem, pay a computer technician to clean the fan and
check that their's enough thermal artic silver on the cpu fan.
Make sure your engr use compressed air and beware of static electricity.

sannies: Thank you very much. I av finally formatted it and also install new window 7.

Dear onegig,

I was pleased with your dedication and hardwork.I and
my colleagues would like to see more of you from time to time

Regards

Deji

Digriz: how do i solve this problem of windows update error pls,my system is dell vostro running on windows 7 ultimate 32 bit. i used to update it before bt its bn long,almost a year ago. i hv tried glo,etisalat and mtn network yet keep getting the same error.Any solution to this issue wl be highly welcome.

I acknowledged onegig and all4naija suggestions.please click on
the link below and follow microsoft owned automic repair procedures.
check to make sure your computer clock and date is correct and
that you are not using more than one security software plus
have no norton security. http://support.microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/

sannies: thanks for ur quick responce.i av done that but when it about to format completely it stops and says it cant complete configuration.what should i do

could you please run me and my colleagues a hard drive test to
determine the fitness of the storage system named C:\ and the f11 system
recovery D:\partition. enter the bios by f10 and go to diagnostics.
run me the hard drive long test please. ensure there'senough battery
power fo rit to complete.If you're installing windows 7 or vista ensure that ACHI mode
is seleted and not compatibility mode under boot configuration in
ths bios via f10. also mk sure no devices or cable is plugged
to the computer during the installation. is your windows installation cd
new or burn else/road side one. is the cd 32 or 64 bit version[b][quote author=sannies]If you're installing windows 7 or vista ensure that ACHI mode
is seleted and not compatibility mode for xp under boot configuration in
ths bios via f10. also mk sure no devices or cable is plugged
to the computer during the installation. is your windows installation cd
new or burn else/road side one. is the cd 32 or 64 bit version