Solved: Windows media player Wont play DVD's

March 23, 2013, 12:22 pm

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Hi there, I am having great difficulty playing DVD's via windows media Player 11

Strange thing is I can play CD's but when I try to play a DVD I get this message: Windows Media Player cannot find the file. If you are trying to play, burn, or sync an item that is in your library, the item might point to a file that has been moved, renamed, or deleted.

It's a working DVD it plays in my other DVD Player.



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Solved: Safely Remove Hardware

March 23, 2013, 6:51 pm

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I have Win XP, Firefox, & Thunderbird. Along with the other icons on the bottom of the screen, there's one that says "Safely Remove Hardware". What's that supposed to be telling me, and why?

Logon Password.

March 24, 2013, 3:09 am

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Hi,
Does anyone know a way of being able to startup a pc & login to windows bypassing the user password, - - AND - - still have to enter a screensaver password to log back in if the screensaver starts.
Or some other simple workable solution to this prob.

Preferably without installing any third party apps, cos this pc is slow enough. :D

This is wanted for an old pc that takes ages to boot, So once the power button is pressed, it can boot straight to windows in its own time with no other user input.
But if the pc is left unattended, it needs to be locked, manually (or automatically if left on for a period of time) to keep kids off it.

Thanks for any replies

Rob.

Lost files and boot problems

March 24, 2013, 5:13 am

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Hi Guys, I have experienced a problem on my Sony Vaio VGC-V3S (2001) running XP. The computer suddenly would not boot up and showed the following error message

*** STOP: 0x000000BE (0xF694260,0x10c8B121,0xF7730BC4,0x0000000B)

*** nv4_mini.sys - Address F694263D base at F689C000, DateStamp 4074b958

Beginning dump of physical memory
Physical memory dump completed
Contact your ........etc

The only way I have been able to boot is by using ISO images of specialist boot CD's such as Bitdeffender, Hirons, AVG system recovery etc.

Looking on the various forums it suggested all I needed to do was boot using a recovery package look for the file nv4_mini.sys and rename it nv4_mini.sys.old this would stop the looping of the boot process and allow the PC to boot normally then down load and reinstall the file nv4_mini.sys

OK so I did this rename (booting using CD) finding the file in C: drivers along with all other files in the C: being visible. Then I rebooted but the PC would still not boot and kept looping. I rebooted using a recovery CD only now the C: drive shows no files what so ever but when checking the partition structure it shows no free space all 30gig full. D: drive is still fine and using Aviria I was able to copy all of my 450gig of data to a remote hard drive so all this is safe. Problem is my D: only had trivia, photos, music etc my C: drive has some important files that I really need, accounts, personal correspondence etc.

Can any body help I need to find out if I can recover the data files from my C: drive

I am writing this from my lap top so have not added the sysinfo from this PC

Thanks Noel

Help XP has fallen and cant get up!!

March 24, 2013, 7:27 am

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I tried to reinstall Windows xp and halfway through got a message that setup is being restarted. Cannot get any farther with the reinstall than this.

slow go.

March 24, 2013, 9:12 am

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runs slow & freezes

Solved: Files and settings transfer

March 24, 2013, 10:23 am

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I am getting a new computer running Windows 7 64 bit. My question is as follows. All I really care about transferring to the new computer is My Docs. Can I just burn the My Docs contents to disk then insert it into the new computer CD drive and select send to My Docs? The old computer is running XP home.

Logitict s120 speakers doesn't work?

March 24, 2013, 12:16 pm

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I have Dell computer. My speakers didn't work so I though I would buy a new Logitict s120 speakers but it still didn't work since I couldn't hear the speakers. I have a head phone so I connected it directly to my computer. It works. Is it graphic card doesn't work?

I have creative sound blaster x-fi
d/pn of7704
DS/N US-OF7704-71391-66U-N5AR
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Solved: Accessing DOS in WinXP?

March 21, 2013, 11:45 am

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I accidently installed an old program in Windows XP Home. Now the only way to remove it is to use DOS commands. I'm
not even sure WinXP even uses the DOS system. However in the event it still uses DOS how can I access the DOS system to send commands?
The program involved doesn't show up anywhere in my computer except in the programs menu. The readme file in the programs menu says I need to send DOS commands to remove the files.

Any help?

Solved: SHLWAPI.dll error

March 21, 2013, 5:34 pm

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While trying to install IE8.0 for WindowsXP, I got the following error:

"The procedure entry point SHRegGetValueW could not be located in the DLL SHLWAPI.dll"

What is it, and how do I fix it?

Solved: Too many antivirus programs

March 21, 2013, 9:21 pm

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I installed the free version of AVG and I am quite happy with it but the PC came with Microsoft Security Essentials.

Can I remove MS with complete safety or should I get rid of AVG?

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Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2
OS Version: Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 3, 32 bit
Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.00GHz, x86 Family 15 Model 4 Stepping 3
Processor Count: 2
RAM: 2038 Mb
Graphics Card: Intel(R) 82945G Express Chipset Family, 224 Mb
Hard Drives: C: Total - 70017 MB, Free - 51044 MB; D: Total - 6275 MB, Free - 3453 MB;
Motherboard: Dell Inc., 0HH807
Antivirus: AVG AntiVirus Free Edition 2013, Updated: Yes, On-Demand Scanner: Enabled

Change of programs at start-up.

March 25, 2013, 10:19 am

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I'm running XP on my 5 year old DELL, and wish to change some of the programs that load on start-up.
My neighbor mumbled something like "msconfig". I dont have any idea what he,s talking about but I can follow directions to a fault.
Will someone out there give me guidance on how I can accomplish this without getting myself into trouble???
With my son getting ready to return from the Desert Area, I really cant afford to have my PC crash.

If you can help me,I promise that I will drink a 6-pak of Blue Ribbon in your honor (not at the same sitting)

Appreciate your help!!!!

graphics card not working!:(

March 25, 2013, 10:36 am

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my graphics card dont seem to be working at all

i have tried everything re installing xp formatting computer.. its still the same not recognizing my graphics card.which is geforce 8800 gtx.

when i try install the drivers with the cd the monitor flickers black n stripey colors.. and right now i have stripey colors going down the monitor all the time.

a picture to show you that computer isnt recognizing my card.



ive tried everything i can think of to fix this but no chance so thought id ask you guys..

it sais "The system is using the generic video driver" what is that?

thanks for help if get any appreciated :)

svchost.exe running at 50% all the time

March 25, 2013, 12:57 pm

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Hello,
I am having problems with svchost.exe file running at 40-50% all the time. I've traced problems with Windows Firewall not starting and BITS not starting and netman.dll restarting constantly. I cannot figure out what services are not enabled that need to be running. I have run PC Fix from microsoft and that was completely useless. I am running Windows XP Professional with SP3 and all latest updates. I have onboard NIC which never shows up in Network Connections. I have been spinning my wheels on this for many months now and still no closer to fixing the problem.
Please help!!!

google not compatible IE8 & XP

March 25, 2013, 2:21 pm

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I use IE8 with XP google no longer supports IE8 What can I do I like IE8 with Outlook Express 6 So do I now have to buy a new computer or download GOOGLE CHROME What are my options As I am not a computer geek but only a person who enjoys Ebay and search different subjects AND enjoyed using GOOGLE search but since all this not compatible stuff showed up I am not a happy guy.
I use DOGPILE now instead of google because things where just not working properly
Can you advise me on my options
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Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.2
OS Version: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 3, 32 bit
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor 3200+, x86 Family 15 Model 31 Stepping 0
Processor Count: 1
RAM: 894 Mb
Graphics Card: ATI RADEON Xpress 200 Series, 128 Mb
Hard Drives: C: Total - 148828 MB, Free - 112818 MB; D: Total - 3789 MB, Free - 1716 MB;
Motherboard: , MS-7093
Antivirus: AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition 2012, Updated: Yes, On-Demand Scanner: Enabled

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windows xp pro setup is stuck at 69%

March 25, 2013, 2:39 pm

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I have been trying to setup my operating system for use after it had a virus. I am not sure what kind of virus. I ran a malwarebytes full scan and went to bed the the next day it was frozen. I powered off using the button and when I powered it back on it said windows is missing or corrupt. That I should use the orinal setup disc and press "r". So I went thrum the steps on a site I found to repair this issue. Now it is on the blue screen and is stuck at 69% "setup is formatting". I am afraid to power off for fear that I will make matters worse. The computer is a dell optiplex gx620 with a win pro x p OS. What should I do?

Backing up Old Desktop with WD External HD

March 25, 2013, 3:03 pm

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Hey Everyone,

I have an old Compaq desktop computer that is running Windows XP (Version 2002, Service Pack 2). I haven't used this desktop in awhile but I booted it up yesterday to backup all the files on it using my WD My Passport External 465GB Hard Drive. I want to wipe the Compaq's HD, drill through it, and then sent it off to get recycled.

The External HD is connected to a Belkin USB 4-Port Ultra MiniHub which I connected to the Compaq. After use the Belkin USB hub it did not have trouble seeing the external HD and I was able to launch the WD SmartWare app to start the backup.

I got the backup going but the data transfer was extremely slow so I just left it. I assumed I could just come back after it was done.

I got up this morning and noticed the WD SmartWare app was closed. When I tried to click around the Compaq restarted. I launnched the WD SmartWare app again but it the WD SmartWare software will not show any "Data For Backup" it just stays blank even though I tried relaunching it several times.

So I guess I am wondering;

• What software should I use to backup the files from this Compaq desktop?
• Is there any way to speed up the data transfer rate?
• How do I ensure the files are backed up properly on the external HD?
  

Desktop Specs

Compaq Presario
Intel III 497 MHz/384 MB of RAM
120 GB HD


I also have two other old Compaq desktops I would like to backup the files from before I take them apart and send them off to RIP. Any help, advice, or suggestions is greatly appreciated.


-Thanks

What is vToolbarUpdater 14.2.0 ? Delete it?

March 25, 2013, 4:08 pm

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What is vToolbar Updater 14.2.0 ? Can I delete it?
I am using Windows XP pro (a secondhand bargain) with service pack 3.
My memory is nearly full and I am trying to find things to remove to amke more room.
As you may realize I am pretty much a novice at this.
Can anyone help me?:confused:

BSOD on cloned HD

March 25, 2013, 5:46 pm

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I have a dell latitude D420 laptop,1.20 ghz intel core duo with 2 gb ram running win xp pro I used acronis migrater to clone the 75 gb HD to a 128 hd .It worked fine and cloned it I put the hd in and started it and got a BSOD with the error message saying "STOP:0x0000007b,oxf8a6524,0xc0000034,ox00000000,0x00000000)" I went into BIOS and it says HardDrive (none)
I have tried using chkdsk still same result Can someone PLEASE help me THANKS!

XP Home Sound control program

March 25, 2013, 6:08 pm

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Recently I had the OS re-installed and now I have no sound. I get a message that the " sound control program "
has to be installed. I went to add/remove as they suggested to find " multi-media " but to no avail. Need some
assistance. OS XP Home SP3


Thanks,

Billjh