Q: I reinstalled Windows XP on my computer. While reinstalling programs I an error report when trying to install them Windows Live and World of Warcraft. Any ideas why they keep shutting down and wont let me install?
Q: How come when I try to download a program on my computer for example java, it will not put in onto my computer. The run, save cancel box comes up and I push run and it goes through the whole download process but when its done the program is still not on my computer. This is how it is for any program I try to add.
Q: I have a new laptop with Windows Vista Home Premium installed. I tried to load a program as administrator to no avail as the computer says I’m not the administrator. Checked User accounts in Control and it says I’m the administrator. How come I am unable to install the software?
A: If the installer/program you’re trying to run was designed for previous versions of Windows, such as Windows XP, then Windows Vista needs to send an extra signal to the installer/program to force it to recognize you as an administrator. Sometimes you may also need to fool the installer/program into thinking that it’s actually running on a different version of Windows. Read the rest of this entry »
Read Question HereQ: How do I locate and remove the motherboard in a computer I’m preparing to sell?
A: In a tower the motherboard is located on the right side when viewed from the front. The other side is where you access the board. Lay the case down with motherboard facing up. Remove the panel and you will see all of the interior components.
First be sure to unplug the computer. Next touch the case to discharge any static buildup on your hands or better yet by a anti-static strap to attach to your wrist. The best way to access the motherboard is to remove all of the drives.
Next remove all of the cards. The memory you can leave on the board since it will not get in the way of you removing the board. Although if you are not selling the memory it is easier to remove it while the board is still in the case. Just push the latches on both sides of each memory module.
Next unplug all of the cable connections. Finally look for the motherboard screws. One set of screws will be near the outer edge of the case by the slots for the cards. The other set should be approximately past the middle of the board under where the drives were sitting.
Most cases as well as motherboards should have six holes the for motherboard screws. Once all the screws are out the motherboard will lift right out.
