It depends. If the machine takes a beating (heavy use, lots of installs/uninstalls and testing of stuff) a periodic refresh will keep things (like the registry) in top shape. The best approach is a...

Try updating to the latest chipset drivers.
You can also play around with the different sleep states.

Check for bent/broken leads inside the USB ports.
Also, did you try running everything outside the case as advised above? Sounds like a shorting issue. If not that, then faulty drivers; perform a...

For future ref, the DSL/ADSL LED signifies a digital signal in the line and the issue may have been the line (DSL filters on the modem? bad RJ-11 phone cable?) or, more likely, device itself (since...

No idea what changes it made to the registry but these experiences fuel my dislike for Razer products (and the fact that they want you to create online accounts for drivers, etc.). I have no sure...

Just delete the restoration data at the menu (use the up/down arrows on the keyboard to select, then hit enter) and allow XP to do a fresh boot. This is simple; the PC is having problems restoring...

This model looks a bit interesting but I'll wait for the reviews. Personally, I've found trackballs the better solution in everyday situations. I once mounted a Logitech (Trackman?) in a similar...

Yes, that 'persistent illusion,' as Einstein once called it. Totally understandable.

It is best we not engage in circular reasoning, friend. Going down that road would be unproductive, although...

I had given up on my reply (post #13) ever showing up. Why did it take an entire week?

You're correct in that most are the inactivated types but how can one not consider a virus to be alive? ...

How do you know that MSI components are missing? Win 7 (and Server 12/08 R2) ships with 5.0 of the installer and there is no redistributable for it.

Im a bit confused. Did you download the 4.5...

@ Activate: AMD

Now exactly how did I perpetuate a fallacy? The "not worth it" statement was referring to the flu shot and its side effects including skyrocketing DEATHS (I admit, I could have...

As a member of the board its not her job to appease or kiss up; a low order employee maybe, but in her position should have voiced any concerns as board members are expected to do. This is a Fortune...

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I think he/she is referring to the link between autism and certain shots (MMR?). AFAIK, the flu shot isnt among them and it affects mostly younger boys. I do believe, however, that it may...

You guys are absolutely hilarious. One would think that after four years - in this instance - of sucking it, you would be silenced from the acclimated taste. Well, here's to another four! The...

Another vote for AVG. Its not heavy on resources and even the older versions (which I install on slower machines) are updated daily. The 2012/13 versions are great but need to be configured to kill...

Try running the components without the OC and calculate the difference at the wall. The least expensive way is probably a Kill A Watt; about $20. Also, check the specs (or labels) for the HDD,...