is my computer worth repairing?
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Firstly, remove the new RAM that you have added. If your PC starts, then you are in good luck otherwise, take it to a service station. In case you system is booting after taking out the new memory stick, then, the problem you are facing can be explained below:-\nThe two sticks of memeory i.e. RAM on the PC have to be identical i.e. same speed and same size of RAM. So either change the new memory stick to match the existing one or remove the old one and let your system work with the new memory stick i.e. 256 MB of RAM although today anything less than 512MB is not recomended. Incase your system is not working with the new memory after removing the old one, then, your PC doesnot support the new memory stick in view of the reasons listed below:-\nLatency issues\nRAM speed not supported by your PC\nIf you are not comfortable with hardware related troubleshooting, I will recommend you to go to a service station or e-mail me the exact problem and I will help you out.
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Definitely Call the manufacturer. If you are under waranty which most are 2 years they will solve the problem no matter what it takes. If you are out of waranty which I dont think you are cuz that is a newer computer they could steer you in the right direction. Hope this helps
1004490
It would have helped if you had put down the make of the computer. They open up in various ways. If it is new, why not go to the shop where you bought the parts and ask them, or at least give them a call.
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computer has a disease or something i can.
338318
no you have a shitbuket computer.. get a new one. a GOOD one a dell that costs at least a thousand dollars or its not worth it
870990
Unfortunately, a computer is not yet as consistently reliable as a refrigerator or a toaster. A computer can and will misbehave on occasion. I've heard all the laments. My computer just crashed. My screen is frozen. My system is running too slow. No matter what you call it, there is never a good time for a computer to act improperly. Unfortunately, this is a normal part of computing in today's world. You may or may not know what has caused the problem. But in the end, it is the way that you handle the problem that will make all the difference.\n\nLook for the obvious\nFirst be patient. If your computer fails to respond to your keystrokes, it may have a problem. However, the computer could also be busy performing some other function, which you may not be aware of. For instance, your computer may seem to stop when automatically saving a file or when printing something in the background. So give it a minute or two. If it still doesn't respond, look for an obvious problem first. It may sound simplistic, but sometimes the problem is easily found. If your screen is blank, check the power cable. Make sure that the power to the house has not gone off. Also, many newer computers have a suspend feature that blanks out the screen in order to save electricity. Press a few keys to see if the computer will come back to life on its own.\n\nIf your screen is still on, but your mouse clicks and keystrokes don't elicit any response, try a couple of simple checks first. Make sure that everything is still connected. Perhaps your dog just ran out from under your desk and loosened the keyboard or mouse cable. In many programs, the Escape key, which is marked Esc, will take you back one step. So always try hitting the Escape key a few times before you concede that the computer is truly locked up. If you still get no response and the connections check out okay, it's time to go on to the next step.\n\nThe magic key combination\nThe next step is the magic key combination. Find the keys marked Ctrl, Alt and Del. Press these three keys all at once. This key combination is a remnant of the DOS days of computing. In DOS, pressing these three keys caused the computer to restart or "warm" boot. The Windows operating system uses these three keys in a similar, but slightly different way. If you are using Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows Me, when you hit the magic key combination you will be presented with a Close Programs box that shows a list of the programs that are currently running. If Windows has found the offending program, it will list the words "not responding" next to the program's name. You can then highlight the name of the errant program, press End Task and return to your computing. (You will lose any data in that program that you have not yet saved.) You also have the option of pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del again to restart your computer. This should be used only after you have tried the other options unsuccessfully.\n\nWindows XP handles the Ctrl+Alt_Del key combination slightly different. Pressing these keys in Windows XP will bring up a "Windows Task Manager" screen. (In the Professional version of XP, you need to choose "Task Manager".) Click on the Applications tab to see the list of currently running programs as described in the last paragraph. Most average users will not have to be concerned with the information on the other tabs on this screen. Luckily, Windows XP doesn't freeze as much as previous versions of Windows.\n\nOccasionally, even the Close Program Box and/or Windows Task Manager Box freezes or is inoperable. If this happens, your last resort is to restart the computer. If your system has a restart button, you can press it to restart the computer. If you don't have a reset button, turn off the computer. Wait several minutes, and then turn it on again. It is important to wait a few minutes to let the hard drive and other components come to a complete stop before res
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i don't know...yer computer is a piece of crap
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nope,your old computer is already obsolete, maybe u can use th HD with the only purpose of recover ur old data but probably will void the warranty in ur  new PC... just format ur old computer and donate it to a kid for homeworks, that  will make u feel better...
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There are a lot of stuff to be said, it could be any:\n- Software Problem:\nError in Windows System Files\n\n- Hardware Problem:\nProcessor over heating\nRAM not working properly\nComputer fans not working properly\nHard Disk Spinning Errror\n\nI recommend trying to repair Windows through the Installation Media Source (the CD) by booting the computer witht the CD, then going into setup mode and choose repair.\n\nOtherwise, try backing up all your valueable data, format the Primary Partition, and reinstall a fresh copy of Windows...\n\nGood Luck
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If it came with  the package of your computer, you can try contacting the company you purchased it and see if they offer replacements.
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Try Help, Detect and Repair first ... no need to reinstall :)
74799
Sounds like you have a bug. Take your computer into a repairman (or repairwoman).
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how about Fixing Unusable Computers - Kansas City Repair Available Perenially?
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Honestly you will probally end up spending more to repair your laptop then you would spend on the desk top. I would compare. Go to Best Buy(they can quote you for free), and find out how much it would be to fix the old one. (even though just an estimate). Then figure it out from there. Also take in to consideration what you use the comp for. Do you use it more away from home than you do at home?
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you could try your local mom and pop computer repair store
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look at you device manager and if there is a ? question mark beside or inside C drive use the hardware wizard to locate it.if you have a systems check program use it and if all else reboot and see if the icon comes back on screen.if all that fails take in for repair.there are many pc geeks that can get you going in a few minutes if thats the problem but there could be others.prepare to pay some cash or check or use your plastic.
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Send it to Recycling and go out aand buy a decent computer