I want Upgrade My Computer Please Help?
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Your RAM is already fine. I suggest you buy a video card (also known as a graphics accelerator card). That was what I did, and it worked really well. Now I can play high-end games and the graphics really improved a lot. Try Sparkle.
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Can you be more specific on what you are trying to do?\n\nbuild  computer?\n\nget a bare-bone system and upgrade it yourself?\n\ntechnical problems?\n\nSomething else?
64847
I always suggest going to a local computer store.  That way if you have problems, your support is a short drive away.  And you do not have to mail off your computer to get service.\n\nFirst ask friends and family about stores they may have gone to.  Then shop all of them you feel comfortable with.  Ask questions about components they use, how long they have been in business, and warranty offered.\n\nCustom built is always the best value, even if it is not the cheapest.  I have built computers that are still in daily operation 7 years later.  And if one of my customers has a problem, I am a phone call away.\n\nA last advantage, is that "clones" are the easiest to upgrade.  In 1-3 years when you are ready to upgrade, you only need $200-300 in parts, a lot cheaper then replacing everything.
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This Problem has two sides to check out\n1. hardware related.\n2. software related.\n\n1.hardward related.\nIf you think you own an old computer it's time to upgrade some parts .. mainly think of adding some extra RAM memory nd if possible change your processor (but refer to some expert to get you a processor that fit your mainboard.\n\n2. software related\nthis has various possiblities \na. delete TMP files.\nb. delete BAK files.\nc. Run an anti virus scan with an updated antivirus software\nd. run a scan to detect and delet spyware files.\ne. run disk defragment on the system partition.\nf. empty at least 700 MB's in your system partition.\ng. uninstal any unused softwares.\n\nThose should aid your computer and if you wish to remove the operating system and install a fresh new copy that will help too -- but you better backup your important files and system state before continuing with the fresh installation plan.
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yes buy a faster processor just make sure you get one of the same brand thats in there and that the motherboard will support it by going to the manufacturer of the motherboards website and looking at the specs or reading the book that came with it
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I think you should really upgrade your computer. Also, if you use the spell checker, you may get more answers.\n\nHope this Helps!
818841
It would be cheaper to buy a new PC that to upgrade your current hardware specs to run XP (any version).\n\nIf you can't afford brand new, have a look in your local trader - you'll find an abundance of good quality PC's at the moment as people start preparing for Vista - if you are going the way of 2nd hand, you couldn't ask for a better pick than what's around at the moment.
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Well you did not ention your processor spee, nevertheless i guess your system will catch up easily with windows vista and probably you dont need an upgade, if u want one, go for graphics card.. sum 256 mb by NVIDIAprobaly above 7200 , that will boost up your performance with windows vista cuz its looks r gr8 n better graphics is required...\nmy pc has a very basic config of just 2.26 ghz celeronD, with 256 mb DDR 333 memory n 80 GB seagate barracuda PATA harddisk and VIA P4m800-m mainboard with only 32 mb of internal graphics memeory,,, n it carries on vista well except windows aero func.. now al u need is upgrade graphics, if u wish n u can also use a USB 2.0 falsh disk to speed up ur computer by virtually adding ram to it... mail me for more info
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You would need to get a hold of Gateway...but I am sure they would not be of much help. All their motherboards are proprietary and only work with special memory, power supplies and cases.\nYou cannot upgrade it...do yourself a favor and get a new computer.\nI was working on a piece of junk Gateway Performance model from the year 2000. After the hard drive and CD burner went out and were replaced, the power supply went out and it ended up that the damn motherboard literally went up in smoke. \n\nAlso if you want to upgrade in the future get a computer that will allow you to with standard components.
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Well to upgrade a processor in an old computer is not a small job. It can be tricky and your motherboard might not be compatible. \n\nIf you are talking about buying a new machine with an intel core duo, it will likely be faster, though a whole lot more expensive than just upgrading your RAM.\n\nHowever I can't really know how to make the call unless I know what you have now and what exactly you are looking to upgrade to.
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The very first thing you do is sit down and write a list of all the things you want to do on the computer. Then go over the list and edit out all the things you put on the list that you know YOU'RE NOT REALLY GOING TO DO!\n\nThen go to a responsable computer store and talk (not buying anything yet) to someone there and get an idea of what's available in your price range. Then go online and see what online stores and manufactures are offering........Ask questions. The one piece of advice I always give is to only buy a computer that has some flexablity for upgrading in the future. (extra slots for cards etc)
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Just get the installation CD and reinstall from scratch.  It will be a faster and healthier computer with a fresh installation.  \n\nGood luck and Happy Computing!
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You mean 1Gb RAM.\n\nWhatever spec. you think is good enough now certainly won't be in a few months time if you ever consider upgrading to Windows Vista.  But the spec. you suggested will be more than enough for your current needs.   However, for what you use your current machine for, I would save money and opt for a memory and hard disk upgrade.  This will cost considerably less than a new machine.\n\nJust a memory upgrade itself will be a great benefit (you don't say which operating system you're using).
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Run the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor beta to help get your PC ready for Windows Vista.\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx
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You can use sysinstall > upgrade option, to upgrade using ftp, http or cd-rom. It is not just easy but quite fast also. Always backup data before upgrading system.
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Check out frozencpu.com; u can get a few good parts from them, otherwise either buy a prepackaged computer or ask a nerdy friend.... Always look at the newest technology; Pentium 4, Lanparty motherboard, ATA2 Harddrive, Windows Vista, ATI graphics card
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Yes - but finding out which one you can upgrade to is the real question.\n\nIf you have the manual that came with the motherboard, it should list the options you have.  If not, examine the motherboard and determine the manufacturor and model number.  Then, do a yahoo search on it any you will probably be able to find the specs.