KL: Why is my desktop computer telling me to switch to outlet power? My desktop computer has been shutting down by itself and when I restart it, it tells my battery power is critical and I need to switch to outlet power. It's a desktop, not a laptop! Does it even have a battery? The only idea I have is that it might be a problem with the power … [Read more...] about Why is my desktop telling me to switch to outlet power?
Hardware
How do I remove a puzzle piece from a laptop CD drive?
CO's Wife: How do I remove a puzzle piece from a laptop CD drive? Thanks to my 2 year-old, my Dell Studio laptop now has a puzzle piece stuck inside of the CD drive. Without destroying the computer or paying WAY to much $ $ $ to have a pro do it, how can I safely remove this object? I need access to the drive for files for my business. (I … [Read more...] about How do I remove a puzzle piece from a laptop CD drive?
Can nail be used as a replacement for cup hooks in a electric quiz board for connecting the wires ?
Kranthi: Can nail be used as a replacement for cup hooks in a electric quiz board for connecting the wires ? For connecting the copper wires behing the quiz board. What can be used as a support to keep the wire in place on nail so that it desnt slide out of the nail? I need the answer urgently for a science fair please help me out. Best answer … [Read more...] about Can nail be used as a replacement for cup hooks in a electric quiz board for connecting the wires ?
Do you “safely remove hardware” when taking out the usb?
Frederick Charles Krueger: Do you "safely remove hardware" when taking out the usb from your computer? Or do you just rip it out like a fearless bastard? Answers and Views: Answer by dogluvathe latter Answer by Thumbs Down, you know you want 2I Safely remove it everytime.Answer by Tyson WilliamsI rip it out if someone else owns the USB but … [Read more...] about Do you “safely remove hardware” when taking out the usb?
How does a computer’s hardware understand it’s base code in the first place?
Aidan: How does a computer's hardware understand it's base code in the first place? So I am a computer programmer, and I'm planning on creating a mobile device by creating the hardware and building a custom circuit board for it. I haven't done too much research yet, but how does a computer's hardware understand it's base programming language in … [Read more...] about How does a computer’s hardware understand it’s base code in the first place?
How do I connect my laptop to a printer that is hooked up to a desk top computer?
Stega: How do I connect my laptop to a printer that is hooked up to a desk top computer? I have a linksys router connected to a desktop computer through an ethernet cable and my laptop connects to the router wirelessly. I am trying to figure out how to set it up so I can use the printer that is connected to the desktop through my laptop. I know … [Read more...] about How do I connect my laptop to a printer that is hooked up to a desk top computer?
How do I safely remove a mp3 player from my computer?
Tenepe: How do I safely remove a mp3 player from my computer? I have a Sandisk Sansa Fuze, and the icon to "safely remove hardware" never shows up in the toolbar in the lower right corner of my computer, like it does with other hardware that uses the USB. I have just been making sure Windows Media Player and any other programs are closed before … [Read more...] about How do I safely remove a mp3 player from my computer?