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BobbertAvailable
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Questions related to processors and memory from roughly a decade of personal experience, willing to take a stab at any question you might have, with knowledge reaching from the AMD K7 (Athlon, AthlonXP, Duron, Sempron) to the AMD K8 and K9 (Athlon64, Athlon64 FX, Opteron, Athlon64 x2, Phenom X3/X4) generations, and from the Intel Pentium III to Core 2 generation, as well as accompanying technologies, including mainboards, chipsets, and memory. | |
ShaunU.S.
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I can answer almost any question you have regarding hardware, computer builds, upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting. | |
TarzanU.S.
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I am a hardware engineer woking for a motherboard manufactory which is the fifth corporation in the world. I am proficient in motherboards and their circuits. I expect I can solve the problems of the people who want to learn more knowledge about motherboards. | |
SaleemIndia
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Computer Hardware Engineer with 5+ years of on-site and on-call experience in computers mostly with Hardware and OS related issues. | |
Ricardo AgudeloAvailable
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any question on networking area,specially if it`s about Windows based networks. Also, as we do some software and hardware testing here,we can provide some help on the PC problems and repair. In PC communications and Internet access and use. Electronic Engineer,Experience 18 years in telecommunications, control, computers and networks | |
Scott JohnsonU.S.
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I can answer any questions about old or new computers, only from the companies Dell, Acer, HP, or Gateway. I only answer questions regarding to desktop computers from these brands. I am able to answer most software questions as well, including Operating Systems, program compatibility, etc. I am a custom computer designer and builder, and have built hundreds of computers, so don't hesitate to ask any questions you have. | |
KeithU.S.
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For home computer owners perform complete system builds, software and hardware upgrades, troubleshooting and repairs, data recovery, anti-virus, and anti-spyware across all Windows platforms on desktops and laptops. Small network set-up. | |
MikeU.S.
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Areas of expertise: PC Hardware, Peripherals, Barcode Scanners, Printers, and Applications, Networking, Microsoft Applications. I am good at researching issues and have a lot of contacts in the IT industry. So, if I can't directly answer a question I can likely find the answer. Areas I won't be much help in: Apple Computers, Linux, older Networking technologies like Token Ring, or Thick/Thinnet. | |
Robert WaldronU.K.
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I can answer most questions in this field. In over thirteen years I have never came across a hardware problem that I have not solved. Knowledge range from AMD K6 and Pentuim 1 to date | |
Michael TedeschiU.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/01/2009 |
I can pretty much answer any question related to PC`s. My ratings speak for themselves. All I ask is that you ask the question in English.....I do not understand gibberish and I will ask you to resend the question if I cannot understand it. I will do the best I can answering your questions. I've been working with computers for well over 20 years. | |
DaZ FiZzleU.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/31/2009 |
I can assist you with common problems and over-looks when assembling your pc. I can also assist with basic and advanced OS errors (XP & XP Pro Corporate are my specialty). My main weakness is Mac, and any other non-windows based operating systems. I'm also really rusty on anything prior to 98SE. I can offer advice on a range of software, codec, and driver needs. If you need help finding the right software for a job chances are I can point you toward it. | |
Benedict Brand-CottiU.K.
On Vacation
returns 11/31/2009 |
General questions about Hardware selection, PC self-building. POST issues and boot problems, are all fine. I am also confident answering questions regarding Linux based systems. Apple Mac is my current weakness, but I'm happy to help where I can. | |
Karl ZickU.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/30/2009 |
Can answer questions on most aspects of PC hardware and software. I build them, program them, fix them, upgrade them, etc. LAN and internet literate. Visit my free web site at www.kzconsulting.net. | |
Bob RaffetyU.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/15/2009 |
I can answer pretty much any question hardware, software, computer networking related whether troubleshooting or building/installing. If I do not know the answer I can most likely find some information on it or at least steer you in the right direction. Most familiar with IBM Pc clones AMD and Intel and Windows OS's after 95 up to Vista, specialized in Cable High Speed Internet access and as a hobby do some video capture and editing. I can also help you with spyware/adware/malware/hijacked browsers/trojans/viruses - web browser performance problems or generally slow computer problems. |
I'd say your selections are pretty solid. The only thing I would recommend is actually switching your memory from 1x 4GB stick to 2x 2GB sticks. Oddly enough, because of load balancing in computer
right now, if you want to change platform, plz consider: 1. CPU change to Intel Core i5 750(2.66G 4×256K) which is LGA 1156 socket. 2. Motherboard change to BIOSTAR P55 which can support core i5
With your system, it will be impossible to upgrade from a Sempron to any Intel processor, as your system has an AMD processor, and AMD processor socket. From HP, your system has an AM2+ socket, meaning
The mainboard will have some form of branding on it, however minimal, look for a manufacturer logo, such as Asus, Abit, ECS, DFI, Foxconn, or similar, and a model number near to that (it may even display
The several links I have already sent you show you what the computer memory (or RAM) looks like and how to remove and reinstall it, including a couple YouTube videos. At the following link, under
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