Stream Live Football Games

Streaming live football games is an easy way to see games that are playing outside your market.

Not all football games are shown on television in every market. The only way to view these football games is to stream them online. While many streaming options are unreliable or illegal, you can stream live college and professional football games over the Internet legally using ESPN3 or the NFL's Game Rewind service.

Instructions

1. Check the ESPN3 website (see Resources) to find out if your Internet service provider (ISP) is supported by ESPN3's free streaming service. If not, proceed to Step 3.

2. Sign up for a free account on the ESPN3 website if your ISP is eligible. The website gives you access to NCAA, CFL, NFL, high school and Pop Warner football games. You also will have the ability to view older games and replay them at will.

3. Sign up for a paid account on the NFL's website (see Resources). The NFL's Game Rewind service gives you access to every NFL game played throughout the season. The broadcasts are free of commercials and streamed in HD.

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Remove A Bios Chip

BIOS Chip

The Basic Input/ Output System (BIOS) chip on your computer stores critical information needed for your system. The primary responsibility of the BIOS is to load the operating system when you start your computer. The chip is located on the computer's motherboard and is typically a rectangular or square chip that holds approximately 2 megabytes (2MB) of information. Removing the BIOS chip on your computer system is a simple process but needs to be done delicately to keep from damaging other chips on the motherboard.

Instructions

1. Turn the computer off and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet so that you can safely remove the BIOS chip. Place the computer on a table or surface where you can have access to the Central Processing Unit(CPU).

2. Discharge any static electricity in the screwdriver by touching the metal end to a piece of metal that is grounded to the floor, like a metal table or chair. Remove the screws on the back of the CPU with the screwdriver that are holding the cover onto the case, and set the screws aside.

3. Slide the cover off of the CPU case and set it aside. Locate the BIOS chip that is plugged into the motherboard and reads "BIOS" on the top of the chip.

4. Remove the BIOS chip with a BIOS chip puller. You can get a chip puller from any electronics or computer store, or at any online computer supply store like the ones listed below in the resources section.

5. Scan the motherboard to verify that there are no damaged chips or circuits on the board.

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Flash The Bios In Windows Xp

Flash the BIOS in Windows XP

When a user "flashes a BIOS", this means the user has downloaded a BIOS update and applied the update to the computer's Basic Input Output System (BIOS). The BIOS is used to communicate with the computer's hardware, and to enable the operating system to load. BIOS updates are provided by motherboard (and other hardware) manufacturers to update features and fix bugs in the BIOS. Performing a BIOS flash is not difficult, though the process may be intimidating for some users. Though Windows XP may be installed as the operating system, the BIOS must be flashed by booting XP into the "Command Line" (DOS) mode, and running the BIOS update from the DOS prompt.

Instructions

1. Open a Web browser and navigate to the hardware manufacturer's website.

2. Download the BIOS update for the hardware, and save the file to the hard drive. The BIOS update will be an executable or batch file, with the file extension of "EXE" or "BAT".

3. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy drive and copy the BIOS update to the disk.

4. Remove the disk and power down the computer.

5. Boot up the computer and press F8 to enter the Windows XP boot menu.

6. Select "Command Prompt" to enter DOS.

7. Insert the BIOS update floppy disk.

8. Type "cd a:\", without quotes, to change the active drive to the floppy drive in DOS. If the BIOS update is a batch (BAT) file, the update will start automatically. If the BIOS update is an executable file,

9. Type "A:\biosupdate.exe", without quotes, where "biosupdate.exe" is replaced with the name of the executable file. Press the Enter key to start the update. Allow the update to run uninterrupted. The computer will reboot when the update is complete.

10. Boot the computer into Windows XP Normal Mode.

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Remove A Processor From A Laptop

Replacing a processor on a desktop computer is a simple matter, but it is not a simple task to do so on a laptop computer. Often, the processor on a laptop must be replaced with the mother board, and most laptop motherboards are proprietary systems. While in many cases buying a new laptop is the preferred method, occasionally a computer manufacturer produces a laptop where the processor chip can be removed and replaced.

Instructions

1. Make sure your processor can be upgraded. Not every laptop has a processor that can be replaced. Many are soldered in. The user can find out this information by using an Internet search engine. Few notebook manufacturers sell chips and most of them prefer that the user buy new laptops.

2. Place the laptop on a static-free mat and remove the case. Now is the time take out the screwdrivers and examine the case. If you have a manual, the manual can tell you take the case apart.

Otherwise, removing a notebook's case is a matter of trial and error that varies from laptop to laptop. Take all the screws out of the laptop, and detach the keyboard. Disconnect all peripherals. Because many notebooks and laptops contain small and delicate parts, it may be necessary to use the tweezers during this process.

3. Locate the processor chip and remove it. The processor chip should be found quite easily on most motherboards. Be sure to pull the chip out straight and not to bend any of the pins or damage the socket on the motherboard. (This process is the same that gets used for replacing a processor on a desktop computer.)

4. Put the new processor (CPU) on the motherboard carefully. Be sure not to bend any of the pins. Taking the chip out and replacing the same chip are the only easy parts in the laptop CPU replacement process.

5. Replace the case. Reverse you actions from step 2, being careful not to break anything, because laptop parts are small and difficult to deal with. If the devices are not reconnected properly, the laptop will not work. Once the laptop has been put back together, plug it back in and enjoy your newer, faster computer.

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Find Drivers For My Cpu Fan

Your computer's Central Processing Unit, or CPU, is one of the most vital components of the motherboard. This device handles most data processing for the computer, working in tandem with several other pieces of hardware on your system. Because a CPU handles massive amounts of data, it is prone to overheating more than many other computer parts. If you receive error messages regarding your CPU fan's drivers, locate and install the most current CPU fan drivers directly from your computer.

Instructions

1. Click "Start," "Control Panel" and "System and Maintenance."

2. Click "Device Manager." You may be prompted for your administrator password at this time. If you are the primary user for the computer, this is the same password that you use to log into Windows.

3. Click on the "Processors" heading to expand it.

4. Right-click on the CPU and select "Update Driver Software." Windows automatically connects to the Internet, then finds and installs the latest driver files for all your CPU hardware, including the fan. A popup lets you know when the update is complete.

5. Restart your computer for the driver update to take effect.

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Take Apart A Dv5000 Screen

You'll want to take apart the DV5000 screen to replace the display, the inverter board or the display cables. The only time you need to take apart part of the bottom assembly is when you need to replace the display cable. Otherwise you can simply remove the display bezel to access the screen parts.

Instructions

1. Remove the battery from the laptop to keep it from shorting the motherboard as you work on it.

2. Close the computer and turn it over so the bottom faces you. Remove the memory and PCI module compartment covers by unfastening the Phillips screws that hold them. Remove the Phillips screw in the battery bay under the battery. This screw holds the keyboard frame in place.

3. Turn the computer back over right-side up. Open the laptop and remove the switch cover that sits above the keyboard. Insert the flat blade of a precision screwdriver in the corner seam of the switch plate and lift it gently form the laptop. It is normal to hear the popping of the plastic tabs.

4. Slide the keyboard frame towards the computer screen and lift the rear edges until you can disconnect the cable connector by lifting the tab up slightly and pulling the cable free.

5. Pull up on the display cable to disconnect it from the motherboard. Look toward the center-right area of the laptop to remove the wireless antenna cables from the two clips.

6. Locate and remove the four Phillips screws that secure the display to the bottom assembly. These will be near the screen assembly where the switch plate was.

7. Lift the assembly from the laptop.

8. Insert the flat blade of a precision screwdriver and lift out the 8 rubber screws in the display bezel. Unfasten the Phillps screws that secure the bezel to the display.

9. Insert the flat blade of a precision screwdriver in the plastic seam of the display bezel and gently pry the plastic bezel from the display.

10. Remove the Phillips screws holding the display to the back panel and disconnect it from the inverter card by unplugging the two bottom display cables. Lift out the display with the cable disconnected from the motherboard.

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Install An Amd X2 6000 In My Hp M7640n

Upgrading the processor will improve computer speed.

Sometimes the factory processor that comes with a computer is not as fast as you might want it to be. For example, an HP Pavilion M7640N includes an AMD 5000+ processor, and you may like the computer itself but want it to be faster. In this case, it makes sense to replace the stock processor with one that is more powerful. Most computer stores and repair centers are ready and willing to do this for you. If you prefer to do it yourself, the process is straightforward.

Instructions

Access Processor

1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the computer.

2. Touch something metal to discharge any built-up static electricity.

3. Lay the computer down, flat on its side.

4. Remove the screws at the rear of the case holding on the side panel.

5. Slide the side panel back about one inch, and pull it away.

6. Push back the tabs holding the fan duct to the chassis using a flathead screwdriver, and pull it away.

Replace Processor

7. Disconnect the processor cooling fan power cord from the motherboard. This will be the only cable connected to the processor fan.

8. Locate the brace holding the processor cooling assembly in place. It will be latched on to the motherboard on either side of the processor.

9. Press down on the latch at the end of the brace using the tip of a flathead screwdriver and gently work it off of the tab holding it in place. Move slowly and carefully, as too much force can cause you to slip and damage the computer or injure yourself.

10. Unfasten the latch at the other side of the brace.

11. Pull away the processor cooling assembly.

12. Remove any thermal paste from the contact point at the bottom of the cooling assembly heatsink. Use a razor blade to scrape it away, then clean the area using isopropyl alcohol on a paper towel.

13. Lift the lever holding the processor to the motherboard.

14. Lift the old processor away from the motherboard.

15. Line up the new processor so that it is properly aligned for insertion into the CPU socket on the motherboard. You can do this by matching up the triangle in the corner of the processor with the one on the socket.

16. Insert the processor into the socket. Be gentle when you do this, as the pins on the bottom of the processor are delicate. It should take no force to put it in place.

17.Lower the lever at the side of the socket and lock it into place.

18. Apply a small amount of thermal paste to the processor and spread it across the raised surface with your fingertip. You will need a dab about the size of half of a pea to cover the processor adequately.

Reassemble Computer

19. Place the cooling assembly back on the processor.

20. Reattach the cooling assembly brace to the motherboard.

21. Attach the processor cooling fan power cable to the motherboard. If you can't remember where it is supposed to connect, just look for a connector labeled "Fan."

22. Reattach the fan duct to the chassis by sliding the tabs back into their slots.

23. Slide the side panel back into place and replace its screws.

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Fix A Shorted Out Motherboard

A computer's motherboard is an extremely intricate component.

A computer's motherboard directs the flow of electricity through millions of different pathways and switches, allowing the computer to function and perform tasks. If the delicate circuity is disrupted by a short circuit, an improper connection between two points on the board, the computer will cease to function entirely. A short is hard to identify as it displays the same symptoms as several other issues. Addressing these issues, as well as clearing the board or potential shorts, can sometimes bring a motherboard back from the dead.

Instructions

1. Inspect the motherboard for improper points of contact such as unseated components or debris directly touching the circuitry of the motherboard. Metal from other components, debris and even the computer case itself can create a short circuit that will prevent the motherboard from functioning properly.

2. Check the power supply. If the board shows no signs of life and doesn't attempt to power on, the issue may be the power supply instead of a short. The power supply can be tested with a PSU tester or multimeter at home if you have access to either tool, or at a computer repair shop. Alternatively, plug a verified working power supply into the motherboard.

3. Remove RAM modules from the board and attempt to boot the machine. If the motherboard is actually attempting to boot, it will produce error beep codes after a few seconds due to the missing RAM. If beep codes are sounded, the motherboard is attempting to boot, indicating that the board is likely undamaged but is running into an issue due to a bad component.

4. Re-seat all remaining components and peripherals. A graphics card or PCI peripheral that is improperly seated in its slot can prevent a motherboard from booting. Remove each component from its slot, check the slot and contacts for any debris or obstructions and re-seat the component.

5. Install RAM back onto the motherboard one module at a time, attempting to power on the computer after each module is installed. If the computer boots properly, insert the next module and boot again. Continue testing each module until either the computer refuses to boot, identifying the bad module, or all the RAM is installed. Bad RAM can prevent a motherboard from booting.

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Fix A Nintendo Ds Touch Screen

The Nintendo DS

Over time, Nintendo DS touch screens may not respond accurately to touch or may become non-responsive. Sometimes this is repairable with simple cleaning or recalibration, which is explained in the first section. Cracks or more severe problems might require a replacement screen. The second section details disassemble the Nintendo DS and install a new screen. This is riskier--losing or damaging the smallest part can ruin the game system, so only those who have at least a moderate level of comfort with electronics repairs should attempt this. Otherwise, consult a professional.

Instructions

Troubleshooting, Cleaning and Calibration

1. Remove any unlicensed screen protectors. These affect the sensitivity of the screen.

2. Clean the screen with a damp soft cloth and wipe dry. Do this especially if you were using an unlicensed screen protector, as they can leave residue on the screen.

3. Check the edges of the touch screen for debris by holding the Nintendo DS at an angle. Remove any debris with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Press the screen gently with your thumb to separate it from the housing and hold the system so the side with the debris is at the top, letting gravity help with the cleaning. Do not let the hard part of the toothbrush touch the screen, as this could damage it.

4. Remove any game from the Nintendo DS and turn it on. Press the "A" button when prompted to touch the touch screen, accessing the settings screen.

5. Tap the settings menu panel icon, which resembles a file cabinet, with the stylus, or, if the icon does not respond to the stylus, use the control pad to move the cursor over the icon and press the "A" button.

6. Four colored icons will appear. Use the stylus or control pad to open the orange icon resembling crosshairs.

7. Tap the red square that appears on the screen with the stylus. Repeat as the square moves around the screen.

8. Follow onscreen instructions to exit, and the system will shut down automatically to save the new settings.

9. The screen might need expert repairs if the previous steps do not solve the problem. Repair requests can be submitted online through Nintendo customer service. The system's serial number will be needed to determine repair options.

Replacing the Touch Screen

10. Unscrew the screws on the bottom of the Nintendo DS with a tri-wing screwdriver. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that holds the battery in place.

11. Remove the two screws under the battery with the tri-wing screwdriver. This allows the backing to be removed to reveal the motherboard.

12. Pull off the shoulder buttons at the corner of the motherboard, taking care not to lose the springs underneath them. Unscrew the four screws on the motherboard with the Phillips screwdriver.

13. Use your fingernails or a flathead screwdriver to loosen and pull back the black ribbon on the bottom left corner of the motherboard. Gently pull out the four black clips, two at a time, that connect the motherboard to the front of the Nintendo DS, which will allow the motherboard to be removed. Place the motherboard to the side, upside-down.

14. Pull out the touch screen with your fingers and gently detach it from its adhesive.

15. Peel the plastic cover off the new touch screen, making sure not to touch anywhere but the edges. Line up the new screen on the base and rub it to make it adhere.

16. Reassemble the Nintendo DS, following the above steps in reverse.

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Repair A Notebook Motherboard

The motherboard is the main printed circuit board inside your laptop. It connects all internal and external hardware devices to your computer. It if isn't working properly, you will experience anything from malfunctioning hardware to major power issues. Diagnosing these issues is costly and time-consuming. Most laptop technicians will advise you to replace the motherboard completely. Replacing the motherboard means completely dismantling the laptop and removing all hardware.

Instructions

1. Shut down your notebook through the operating system. Unplug all cables and devices from the computer. Close the LCD screen and place the laptop face down on a flat surface. Remove the battery pack from its compartment, which is held in place by one or two release buttons.

2. Remove all hardware devices accessible from the laptop's bottom side. This usually includes your hard drive, memory, modem, wireless module and optical drive. Remove each hardware's plastic cover and retaining Phillips-head screws, with the exception of the optical drive, which doesn't have a cover. Remove the Phillips-head screws fastening the hard drive, modem and optical drives in place. Disengage the memory and wireless module's retention clips. Unplug the cables from the modem and wireless modules. Remove each hardware device from its compartment.

3. Remove all Phillips-head screws from the laptop's bottom casing. Place the laptop so the top is facing upward. Open the display panel and pry the keyboard bezel from the laptop. This is the plastic strip situated above the keyboard. Remove the screws fastening the keyboard to the laptop. Lift the keyboard out of the laptop, disconnect its ribbon cable from the motherboard and remove the keyboard from the laptop.

4. Grasp the Wi-Fi antenna cables extending from the display panel. Pull them through the access hole in the top cover assembly. Disconnect the LCD video cable from its connector in the upper right or left corner of the motherboard. Remove the screws from each display hinge. Remove any screws from the laptop's back panel that fasten the display panel to the laptop's base. Remove the display assembly from the laptop.

5. Loosen all screws fastening the top cover in place. Lift the top cover off of the laptop's base and unplug the touchpad device's ribbon cable from the motherboard. Remove the top cover assembly from the laptop completely. This reveals the motherboard and all internal components.

6. Locate the processor fan assembly on the motherboard. Remove the spring-loaded Phillips-head screws from the fan and unplug its power cable from the motherboard. Lift the fan assembly off of the processor chip and set it aside. Wipe away the excess thermal grease from the processor's surface. Disengage the mechanism locking the processor to its motherboard socket. This is either a flat-head screw or lever. Lift the processor out of the motherboard and set it aside.

7. Loosen all screws fastening the motherboard to the laptop's base. This includes the hex screws fastening the data ports to the laptop's back panel. Disconnect any remaining cables or devices. Lift the entire motherboard assembly out of the laptop and set it aside.

8. Reverse this procedure to install the new motherboard and put your laptop back together.

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Reinstall Windows Xp Ethernet Controllers

Ethernet cable jack

In a computer operating system, drivers---also known as controllers---allow the computer's central processing unit (CPU) to access and control all of the devices attached to the computer, including mice and other pointing devices, keyboards, modems and sound cards. If the controllers for the Ethernet/network card become corrupted, or if an attempted driver upgrade fails, they may need to be reinstalled.

Instructions

1. Download the correct driver file for your network card. This can normally be found by visiting the "Drivers and downloads" page at your computer manufacturer's website (see "Resources"). Take note of where the file is saved.

2. Right-click on My Computer, and select "Manage." Select "Device Manager" on the left of the Computer Management window.

3. Click the plus sign next to Network adapters to expand the list. The adapter that needs to be installed should have a yellow question mark next to it.

4. Right-click on the necessary adapter and select "Update driver."

5. Select "No, not this time" in the Hardware Update Wizard and click Next.

6. Select "Install from a list or specific location" and click Next.

7. Click the "Browse" button and navigate to the folder where you saved the necessary driver file. Select the driver file and click "OK."

8. Click install and allow the wizard to install the driver file. Close the wizard and the computer management window.

9. Reboot the computer to update the registry and complete the install.

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Flash A Nvidia Video Card

"Flashing" an Nvidia brand video card involves updating not the card's device driver, but the card's "firmware." Firmware is similar to the BIOS on your computer--it is the main program that runs the actual card. This is as opposed to the driver, which is just the program that lets the card interact with Windows. You can quickly flash your Nvidia video card by downloading an officially sanctioned Nvidia add-on to your computer.

Instructions

1. Open your Web browser and go to the "Nvidia System Tools with ESA Support" website.

2. Check the "I have read and agree" box and click "Download Now" to download the add-on's installer file to your computer. When the download finishes, double-click the file. Click "Next" to install the add-on.

3. Restart your computer. This is necessary to complete the installation of the add-on.

4. Right-click on your desktop. Select "NVIDIA Control Panel" to open the NVIDIA computer software on screen.

5. Select the "Update Firmware" option from the Nvidia Control Panel. The Nvidia Control Panel will check to see if any firmware updates are available. If there are, your computer will download the updates and will automatically "flash" your video card.

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Install Ddr Sdram With Two Different Latencies

Install memory modules with differing latencies.

DDR SDRAM latency is a measure of the time delay between the point when a memory module receives a request from the central processing unit (CPU) to the point in which it responds to that request. The lower the latency, the faster the memory operates, increasing the speed of your entire system. Installing memory modules with differing latencies is possible as long as the modules are both compatible with the system motherboard. There is no conflict between the two once installed, however the faster module with the lower latency will operate at the same speeds as the slower module, wiping away any possible system improvements gained from using the faster RAM type.

Instructions

1. Turn off your computer and then remove the power plug from the rear of the case.

2. Place an antistatic wrist strap around your wrist. Clip the other end of the strap to a metal object to ground yourself, preventing static electrical discharges from your body from damaging the internal computer components.

3. Open the computer case by removing the case cover. Locate the two screws at the rear of the case holding your cover in place. Remove the screws and then pull the case cover back about 1-inch from the front case panel. Lift the cover free to access the case interior.

4. Locate the memory slots on the motherboard with the aid of the computer motherboard or manufacturer's instructions. Each slot should have two small clips on either end that lock RAM modules into place once installed.

5. Pull the small locking clips outwards, away from the RAM slot. Align the notch on the bottom of the first DDR SDRAM module with the notch in the center of the RAM slot. Slip the module into the slot until firmly seated in place. Press the clips on the sides of the slot inwards, until they lie within the slots on the sides of the RAM modules, locking the Ram into place. Repeat the installation process for the second DDR SDRAM module of differing latency.

6. Replace the cover to your case, and then plug the power cable back into the power supply. Turn on the case and wait for the system to boot up. The system POST, the checks the computer makes prior to the start of the operating system, will show the total memory present in your system and include the two installed RAM chips in the memory amount display.

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Find My Agp Slot

Find My AGP Slot

Though the AGP slot is now obsolete, quite a number of computers still have them. Even today, AGP cards are still on the market and can provide a reasonably decent upgrade for any of the older computers that can use them.

There are a couple variations on the AGP port. There is the standard AGP slot and there is AGP Pro. While AGP Pro cards won't fit in the standard slot, standard cards will fit into either.

Instructions

1. Shutdown your computer.

2. Unplug all of the devices connected to the computer. This includes: power, video, USB devices, audio, etc.

3. Place the computer on a flat surface, with the left side of the case facing down. The bank of ports built into the motherboard should be closest to the bottom and the left.

4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws that fasten the side cover.

5. Slide the cover off the case.

6. Looking down into the case, you should see the motherboard, with the CPU to the left.

7. On the opposite side of the motherboard from the CPU, you should see a row of slots (typically white). These are PCI slots. Just to the left of them you should see a slot that is slightly offset towards the front of the case from the other slots. This slot is typically brown, though it may sometimes be purple. This slot is your AGP slot.

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Use Hdmi On An Asus M3nhd/Hdmi

The ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI motherboard has a onboard NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series Graphical Processing Unit and a built-in high-definition multimedia interface port. The motherboard can therefore render high-definition video on a HD monitor without needing a dedicated graphics card. To use HDMI on the ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI, connect the HDTV to the motherboard, then open the NVIDIA Control Panel to adjust the resolution.

Instructions

1. Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI-in port on the back of the HDTV. Connect the other end to the HDMI-out port on the back of the ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI. Turn on the HDTV.

2. Insert the DVD that came with the ASUS M3N-HD/HDMI into the disc drive. Click "Start," click "Computer," and then click the DVD drive if the computer does not automatically launch the software on the support DVD. Open the "bin" folder, then double-click "assetup.exe."

3. Click "Drivers," then select "NVIDIA Chipset Driver Program" to install the software. Follow the onscreen directions to complete the install.

4. Minimize all programs. Right-click the desktop, then click "NVIDIA Control Panel." Expand "Video and Television," then click "Resize HDTV Desktop."

5. Click "Resize My Desktop." Click the "Resize Desktop" button. Drag the slider to resize the screen until it scales correctly with the HDTV. Click "OK."

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Replace The Processor On A Gateway Solo 2500

A computer processor

The Gateway Solo 2500 series laptop comes from the factory with either a Celeron or Pentium II central processing unit. Depending on the specifications you choose, the stock processor can range in speed from 233 to 400 megahertz. Regardless of the original configuration you will likely find that eventually your processor needs to be upgraded if you want to keep up with the pace of technology. A processor replacement job is a complex undertaking, but it can be done on your own without the help of a technician.

Instructions

1. Unplug any cables attached to your Gateway Solo 2500 laptop and then turn off the operating system. Close the Gateway's display lid and then turn the entire laptop over.

2. Depress the battery release bar and slide it over to the left. Pull the battery out of the Solo 2500's case. Flip the 2500 over and open the display lid.

3. Locate the locking slide bars at the lower-left end of the 2500's keyboard. Push the bars over to unlock the laptop. The bars can be difficult to move with your fingers so you may need to use the edge of a flat-head screwdriver.

4. Grab the top edge of the keyboard and lift it upwards. Set the keyboard face down on the 2500's palm rest. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the metal chassis in place, then pull off the chassis.

5. Remove the palm rest's screws and then pull the palm rest off the Solo 2500. Remove the screws holding the heat sink and fan assembly to the 2500's processor. Unplug the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard.

6. Pull back the clip holding the heat sink and fan assembly to the 2500's processor. Lift the assembly upwards and then remove it from the processor.

7. Locate the plastic locking bar on the side of the 2500's processor. Lift the bar upwards. Grab the sides of the processor and lift it upwards to detach it from the 2500's motherboard.

8. Position the replacement processor onto the Solo 2500's motherboard. Push down the locking bar and then reassemble the heat sink and fan assembly.

9. Reassemble the metal chassis, palm rest, keyboard, and battery. Power on the Gateway Solo 2500 laptop.

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Overclock Setting For An Intel Pentium D 2 6 Cpu

Intel Pentium D processors are a series of processors designed to run on desktop computers. The processors installed in computers handle data and work with the computer to complete processing tasks. The faster the Intel Pentium D 2.6 GHz processor handles tasks, the faster the associated computer operates. Overclocking a computer's processor speeds up the processor's task completion, boosting computer performance. Settings in the BIOS of the PC are changed to overclock the Intel Pentium D 2.6 GHz processor.

Instructions

1. Power on the desktop associated with the Intel Pentium D 2.6 GHz processor. Hold F11 or F8 (depending on the desktop) to enter the start menu. Locate the "BIOS" text and press "Enter" with it selected.

2. Locate the option labeled "BUS" or "External BUS," depending on your system, and press "Enter." Maneuver the cursor to the "Front Bus" option and press "Enter." Hit the up arrow key once to change the selection, then "Enter" to confirm the current selection. This raises the Intel Pentium D's front bus speed.

3. Locate the option labeled "CPU" or "CPU Core" and press "Enter." Maneuver the cursor to the "Multiplier" option and press "Enter." Hit the up arrow key once to change the selection, then "Enter" to confirm the current selection. This increases the frequency of the Intel Pentium D.

4. Exit to the main start menu. Press the "Save Changes and Exit" option. The Intel Pentium D 2.6 GHz processor is now overclocked.

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Lga775 Compatible Processors

The LGA775 CPU socket served for Celerons, Pentium 4s and Core 2 series processors.

A CPU socket is the connection point for a CPU onto a motherboard; the pins on the bottom of the CPU slide into holes on the socket to make an electrical connection, and different generations of processor sockets (and processors) have different spacing between the pins. The LGA775 CPU socket was used by Intel for a wide range of CPUs released from 2004 to roughly 2008. It has been supplanted by the LGA1156 socket for the core i3, i5 and i7 series processors, but was the processor of choice for two prior generations of CPUs. AMD processors will not fit into an LGA775 CPU socket.

High End LGA775 Compatible Processors

While not all motherboards can support them, the top of the line for the LGA775 series CPU socket was the Core 2 processor series, with the Core 2 Duo E8600, Core 2 Extreme QX9770 and Core 2 Quad Q9650 being the three top performers; all are roughly 18 months off the market as new parts in late 2010 and can usually be had at a discount from vendors looking to clear out old inventory.

Server LGA775 Compatible Processors

Intel marketed the server version of the Pentium 4 as the Xeon 3000 series processor. This processor -- like most of Intel's server hardware -- relied on increased amounts of on-chip cache memory to speed up the processor when used for large data transfers; the focus isn't on higher performance through a faster clock speed, it's on making sure that the gateways carrying data to and from the CPU are wide enough that the chip is never 'idle' while waiting for the next chunk of data. This CPU can still be found on eBay and at some computer part vendors, and has retained a fair bit of its price; the primary market for this CPU are users of legacy servers that need exact replacements, rather than migrating their tasks to different hardware.

Budget LGA775 Compatible Processor

Intel's initial LGA775 CPU offering was the Pentium 4; this was eventually turned into the Pentium D. While they're difficult to find now, the Pentium 4 was effectively die shrunk (where the transistors are reduced in size) and bot sold as the Pentium 4 Extreme, and then (with the chips that couldn't be run at the highest clock speeds) sold as the Celeron. Later in the development cycle, these both became dual core processors; the top of the line for the Pentium 4 was the Pentium Dual-Core E6600 for the high end desktop and the Celeron Dual-Core E3400 for budget desktops. The current market for both of these CPUs is fairly limited and they are difficult to find.

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Mount A Cpu Bracket

A desktop computer processor requires constant cooling to avoid overheating. Most full-sized computers use a component called a CPU cooler, attached to the motherboard and in direct contact with the CPU. Larger aftermarket coolers or standard coolers for advanced processors are large and require extra bracing to avoid damage to the motherboard. This is achieved with a bracket, which is a metal frame that attaches to the front and back of the motherboard. Installing one should not be attempted by a novice; you'll need experience with computer upgrades to avoid damaging your system.

Instructions

1. Turn off your computer and remove all power and data cables. Place the computer on a clean, sturdy table. Remove the screws for the left and right access panels from the back of the case with your screwdriver. Slide both panels off and set them aside.

2. Find the CPU socket on your computer's motherboard. If there's already a CPU cooler in place, unplug the three or four-pronged power cable from the motherboard socket near the CPU. Use your screwdriver to loosen the mounting screws and pull the cooler out.

3. Switch to the back side of your computer. Screw the screws -- and the backplate, if your cooler requires it -- into the mounting holes surrounding the CPU socket. Switch sides again and screw the front assembly down. Depending upon the model of your bracket and cooler, you may need to apply pressure to both sides at once; call a friend if you need more hands.

4. Lower the computer so that the CPU faces up. Place a pea-sized drop of thermal paste on the exposed portion of the CPU. Place the CPU cooler on the CPU and screw it into the bracket. Plug the power cord into the same socket you unplugged the previous cooler from in Step 2.

5. Replace the access panels and secure them in place. Put your computer in its regular spot and reconnect all power and data cables. Turn on your computer.

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Find The Right Graphics Card For Gaming

Computers use graphics cards to render the visuals you see on your display. For playing video games, you need a video card that can handle the demands placed on it by the application. However, finding the right graphics cards can be tricky. In today's market, there are hundreds of offerings from which to choose. They come in a wide range of prices as well. Despite the sheer amount of choice, you can find the card for your needs through several simple decisions.

Instructions

1. Determine your budget. The amount that you are able and willing to spend on a graphics card plays a large part in your ultimate choice. Graphics cards capable of playing games at an acceptable framerate can be had in the $100 to $200 price range at the time of this publication. If you have a large budget, the latest offerings from graphics card manufacturers can be had for less than $1,000.

2. Consider your gaming needs and wants. This step plays into determining your budget as well. Do you want to play the latest PC game releases at their maximum video quality? Maybe you just need something that can run a few specific, older games that you play regularly at a high quality and better framerate.

3. Take your budget and gaming desires into account to come up with an ideal video card type. Type refers to what video card range you should seek. If you want something to replace an older card to play older games at a higher quality and newer games at an acceptable one, you'll want a mid-range card. These tend to vary in price from $150 to $250 at the time of this publication. If you want the best money can buy, you want a high end card, normally marketed with words like "Enthusiast" or "Gamer." These cards normally run $300 and up.

4. Choose a card that can handle graphics-intense games, no matter your budget or desires. There are several primary specifications to look for when finding a graphics card. Pay attention to memory size. The more video RAM the card has, the better the card performance. Card VRAM can be anywhere from 512 Mb to 2 Gb on modern graphics cards. Find the core clock speed as well. This value is measured in megahertz. The higher this value is, the better the performance of the card. There are many other variables, but a card with ample RAM and a high core clock is a must for gaming.

5. Look at the competition once you've found a card model you like. Different manufacturers may offer different benefits for the same card. Some may have custom heat-sinks and fans, allowing for quieter, cooler operation. Others may offer software bundles with the card. Still others might offer a card with overclocked values from the factory. This step is primarily up to your own taste. Find a package that has bonuses that you want and purchase it.

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Identify Soundcards

Sound cards are devices installed in computers that handle translating data into audio that can be transmitted through speakers or headphones. Some cards allow for audio input as well, such as with an audio microphone. It can be useful to know what type of sound card is installed on a computer for planning hardware or software upgrades. A sound card can often be identified while using the computer, but they can also often be identified by opening up the computer case.

Instructions

Using the Device Manager

1. Click "Start," and then click "Control Panel."

2. Double click on "Administrative Tools," and then on "Computer Management."

3. Click "Device Manager" on the menu on the left. A list of your computer's devices will come up.

4. Search down the list of devices and click the plus sign (+) next to "Sound, Video and Game Controllers." The installed sound card will be listed. Right click the card and select "Properties" to view more advanced information.

Use DXdiag

5. Click "Start" and then click "Run."

6. Type "dxdiag" in the run field and press "OK." If you have Windows Vista, you can type "dxdiag" right into the search field and press "Enter" rather than using the Run command.

7. Check the "Sound" tab or tabs in the diagnostic window that appears. There will be a tab for each sound card installed; each will list important information about your sound card such as card type and manufacturer as well as driver version and date.

Open the Computer

8. Turn off the PC and unplug the power cable.

9. Open the case using a screwdriver to remove several screws holding on the left side panel of the case.

10. Look for the device that your speakers are plugged into. This device will be the sound card. Inspect the card for identifying information. Many cards have labels identifying what type of card they are and the manufacterer. However, if you have an onboard sound card (i.e., one built into you main board), you may not find any identifying information on the board itself.

11. Close the case back up and replace the screws when finished.

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Fix Cmos Battery Failure

Is your computer telling you that the date and time needs to be set every time you boot your system? Other common errors indicating that your battery is dead are "CMOS checksum error" or "CMOS Battery Failure." If you are experiencing any of these symptoms or errors, follow the simple steps below to fix the CMOS battery failure.

Instructions

1. Unplug all of the cables from the back of your computer and turn it on its side so that the case panel faces toward you.

2. Remove the Philips screws or thumb screws to release the case access panel.

3. Remove the access panel. Be careful if you suspect that there is a fan attached to the panel as it needs to be unplugged from the power supply.

4. Locate the CMOS battery, typically a round, silver, 1/2-inch disk located on the motherboard.

5. Remove the CMOS battery by placing a small flat-head screwdriver under the battery and popping it out of its slot.

6. Insert the new battery into the slot and gently press into place. Reassemble your computer and reconnect all of the appropriate cables.

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Replace A Motherboard Without Reinstalling Windows Xp

An isometric view of an Intel LGA (Land Grid Array) type motherboard.

In the days of using a computer with an OS like Windows 98 or Windows ME, getting a new motherboard meant re-installing the OS from scratch if you wanted to avoid all kinds of nasty problems and crashes. With the advent of Windows 2000 and Windows XP, this all changed. It became possible to change your computer hardware without fully re-installing the entire OS from scratch.

Instructions

1. Place your Windows XP CD into your CD ROM drive, and boot from it.

2. Press "Enter" at the first Windows XP setup screen. Windows XP will check for a previous operating system installation.

3. Select your old Windows XP install and press"R" on the next setup screen. This will initialize a short repair install type that simply removes all the custom system drivers and replaces them with the stock Microsoft built in ones, and then it goes through the last half of an install to reset registry entries.

4. Type in your license key when prompted during this procedure. When this is complete, you will find that none of your customizations have changed, and all of your settings are still there. You will need to to install the drivers for your new motherboard.

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Find My Ubuntu Bios Version

Your computer's BIOS, or basic input/output system, is stored on a chip in the motherboard and is designed to run when your computer is powered on. BIOS identifies and tests your system devices (your computer's hardware) and allows the computer's operating system to interface with this hardware. Identifying your BIOS in Ubuntu requires booting on your computer and entering some information in the command line.

Instructions

1. Turn on your computer and enter setup. This usually requires pushing a key or combination of keys before your computer fully loads the operating system (see resources for a website that gives these key combinations by computer manufacturer).

2. At the command line that appears, enter this command exactly:

sudo dmidecode -s bios-version

This will check your current BIOS version.

3. Enter in the following command to get information about the release date of your current BIOS version:

sudo dmidecode -s bios-release-date

4. Exit setup when you are done checking your BIOS version.

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Hp Pavilion 310n Specs

The 310N is a desktop PC that was sold by Hewlett Packard in the United Stares and Canada. It is no longer in production. This machine was part of the Pavilion range that Compaq began in 1993. When HP acquired Compaq in 2002, it continued to sell and build on the Pavilion series.

System

The Pavilion 310N used an Intel Celeron microprocessor for its CPU (central processing unit). The standard version had a speed of 1.1 gigahertz, but an upgrade to a faster 1.3 gigahertz version was also available. The system came with 128 megabytes of SDRAM as standard, although a maximum of 512 megabytes could be supported.

Storage

The Pavilion 310N has just 40 gigabytes of storage space on a single hard drive. This was not a large drive for a desktop computer at the time, and by modern standards, it is very small indeed. Video, music and photos would quickly fill this space.

Video

The Pavilion 310N had its graphics processing done by a chip integrated into the Intel 810e chipset on its motherboard. There was no option to expand this with a separate dedicated graphics card because there was no AGP (accelerated graphics port) slot.

Additional

The Pavilion 310N had a CD drive, floppy drive and modem. It came with two speakers, a keyboard and a mouse.

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Replace The Video Card In A Dell D610 Laptop

The video card on a Dell D610 laptop is integrated. This means that the video card is part of the motherboard; if you want to replace the video card, you must replace the entire motherboard. Changing the motherboard requires almost complete disassembly of the laptop. Make sure you are careful to document where each component and screw comes from so that when you reassemble the laptop, it will reassemble properly.

Instructions

1. Turn the laptop over so the bottom is facing up and the hinges are facing you, then remove the battery in the upper-right corner of the laptop. The battery has a release latch on its left side. Push the latch toward the right side of the battery, then lift the battery out of the slot to remove it.

2. Push down, then pull on the tab located on the top edge of the battery slot where you just removed the battery. Disconnect the Bluetooth card that is on the other end of the tab by pulling the white connector away from the Bluetooth card, then remove the Bluetooth card.

3. Unscrew and remove all 20 of the screws from the bottom of the laptop. There are four along the top edge of the laptop, six on the bottom edge, four on the left edge, two on the right edge, two on the plastic covers (you can see the outlines of the plastic covers), one to the left of the center plastic cover and three above the docking station connector (at the bottom of the laptop).

4. Pull the hard drive at the top of the left side of the computer to the left to remove it from the computer.

5. Unscrew the modem in the open space below the where the hard drive was. The screw is in the bottom-left corner of the rectangular modem. After unscrewing the modem, lift it out of the space to remove it.

6. Disconnect the white connector above where the modem was by pulling it to the left. Lift out the circular coin-cell battery to remove it.

7. Remove the memory module from the open space to the right of the one from which you removed the modem. Separate the metal clips on each side of the memory module by pushing the clips away from each other. The memory module will pop up so you can grip it and remove it from the laptop. If you only have one memory module installed, skip this step.

8. Remove the optical drive located on the bottom of the right side of the laptop. Push the small rectangular tab in, then release it. This will cause the tab to pop out from the side of the computer. Pull on the tab to the right to remove the optical drive.

9. Turn the computer over and open the display as wide as it will go.

10. Insert a flat head screwdriver between the right side of the center control cover and the laptop. The center control cover is the plastic piece located above the keyboard with the power button on it . Pry the center control cover away from the laptop, then pull the cover from right to left to remove it from the laptop.

11. Remove the keyboard by unscrewing the two screws located above the "F4" and "Pause" keys. Lift and rotate the keyboard clockwise until you see where the keyboard cable connects to the motherboard. Follow the keyboard cable to the motherboard, then pull the pull-tab up to disconnect the keyboard and remove it from the laptop.

12. Remove the mini-PCI card located in the bottom-left of the laptop just above the palm rest. Pull up on the gold connectors for the black and white cables, then push the metal clips on either side of the mini-PCI card apart from each other at the same time. The min-PCI card will pop up, at which point you can grab it and pull it to remove it from the computer.

13. Remove the memory module located just above the two buttons in the center of the laptop. The two buttons are above the trackpad. Push the two metal clips on either side of the memory module away from each other at the same time. This will pop-up the memory up at an angle. Pull the memory module up and away from the laptop to remove it.

14. Remove the display. Pull up on the blue pull tab in the center of the top of the computer. Remove the screws from the hinges (two each), then lift the display up and away from the laptop to remove it.

15. Remove the fan in the upper-left corner of the laptop. Unscrew the screw from the upper-right corner and the bottom-right corner of the fan. Lift up on the connector to the right of the bottom right screw to disconnect the fan from the motherboard. Lift the fan up and away from the laptop to remove it.

16. Remove the cooling assembly and processor located to the right of the fan. The cooling assembly is the square metal piece to the right of the fan with a copper pipe going through it. Remove the screws in each of the corners of the cooling assembly. The screws are numbered and should be removed in numerical order. Lift up the cooling assembly to remove it and reveal the processor underneath. Use a flat screwdriver to turn the screw to the right of the processor counterclockwise until it will not turn anymore. Lift up the processor to remove it.

17.Remove the palm rest. Disconnect the white rectangular touch pad cable in the center of the laptop, just above the buttons above the trackpad. Unscrew the two screws at the top edge of the laptop. Each screw is located about an inch toward the center from where each hinge would have been. Use your fingers to carefully separate the palm rest from the bottom of the computer.

18. Remove the speakers from the bottom edge of the laptop. Unscrew the two screws on either edge of the black strip that holds the speakers. Follow the cable from the speakers to the motherboard, then lift up the white connector that is at the motherboard. Lift the speakers up to remove them.

19. Remove the PCMCIA cage in the bottom-left corner of the laptop. The metal rectangular cage has four screws, one in each corner. Remove the screws, then lift up on the cage to remove it.

20. Lift the motherboard out from the bottom of the laptop, then place the new motherboard onto the bottom of the laptop. Reverse the steps to reassemble the computer.

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Specifications For Emachines T5052

The Californian computer producer eMachines specialises in producing basic home computing systems. It is able to sell its machines at budget prices because it has its manufacturing outsourced to Taiwan. The T5052 is one of the company's higher-spec desktop computers. It features a fast processor and ATI Radeon graphics.

System

The T5052 uses a 3.06 gigahertz Intel Pentium 4 processor. This single-core processor uses a 1 megabyte L2 cache to create a temporary copy of small amounts of data to speed up processing. The processor uses an ATI Radeon Xpress 200 chipset to communicate with the machine's other components. The T5052 includes 1 gigabyte of DDR2 SDRAM as standard, although up to 2 gigabytes can be supported.

Storage

The T5052 has 120 gigabytes of storage space on a single hard drive. This drive has a speed of 7,200 rpm (revolutions per minute), which makes it fast at reading and writing data.

Graphics

The T5052 uses integrated graphics provided by a graphics chip included in its ATI Radeon chipset. This uses up to 128 megabytes of video processing memory that is shares from the available system memory.

Dimensions

The T5052 is 14.25 inches tall, 7.25 inches wide and 16 inches deep. It weighs 22.5 pounds.

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Install Drivers For A Geforce Fx 5200

Installing the drivers for a video card is quick and relatively painless.

The GeForce FX 5200 is an entry-level graphical processing unit from nVidia that was first released in 2003. Being an entry-level device, the video card lacks the power of other cards in its "family," but its cheap production cost means a cheaper consumer price. Installing drivers for this video card is a simple task and once they're installed, they never have to be updated.

Instructions

1. Download the drivers for your video card by going to nVidia's website (see Resources section). Depending on your Internet speed, this can take up to several minutes.

2. Double-click on the installer file. This will open a new window with a small box in the middle.

3. Click the "Next" button in the box in the center of the screen. This will change to a "terms of service" screen. Read through the terms of service and agree to them.

4. Click "Install" to install the drivers to your computer. The installation takes only a minute or two.

5. Restart your PC to complete the installation.

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Use A 754 Socket Mobile Processor In A Desktop Motherboard

Use a 754 Socket Mobile Processor in a Desktop Motherboard

Mobile, or laptop, processors consume less power, produce less heat and run at lower front-side bus speeds than desktop processors. Installing a mobile processor into your desktop computer will provide you -- in comparison to a desktop CPU -- greater overhead to overclock the processor. Overclocked mobile processors also require less cooling than overclocked desktop processors. AMD and Intel CPUs require different sockets. AMD Athlon 64, Turion 64 and Sempron mobile use the interface socket 754. To install a socket 754 mobile processor to your desktop motherboard, you must confirm that the processor is compatible with your system.

Instructions

Check Compatibility

1. Open a Web browser and navigate to your desktop manufacturer's support site. Search for and locate your product's support page.

2. Read the user guide and service manual to find out which processors are compatible with your motherboard.

3. Download and install an application such as SiSoftware's Sandra or CPUID'S PC Wizard to your computer. Launch the software and locate the item labeled "Motherboard," "Mainboard" or "System Board."

4. Write down the name of your motherboard and its manufacturer. Return to your browser and go to CPU-Upgrade (see Resources).

5. Enter your motherboard's name into the search box. Click "Search" or present "Enter."

6. Review the list to see if any 754 socket mobile processors are compatible with your motherboard. If CPU-Upgrade fails to list any processors for your system, go to your motherboard manufacturer's website and look up your motherboard's hardware compatibility.

Install the Processor

7. Shut down the computer. Remove the power cord and disconnect any other devices attached to the device panel on the rear of the system.

8. Press the power button to drain the system board of any remaining voltage. Loosen the screws holding the cover to the case. Slide the cover away from the case and touch the chassis to ground yourself.

9. Remove the retention hooks securing the CPU fan and heat sink in place. Wiggle the heat sink back and forth while pulling up on the component to loosen the thermal grease bonding it to the processor.

10. Remove the heat sink and lift the lever securing the current processor to the socket. Lift the processor up by its edges and set it aside.

11. Remove the mobile processor from its packaging. Hold it by its edges; do not touch the gold pins on the bottom of the CPU.

12. Push the lever next to the 754 socket down to secure the processor. Carefully apply a coat of thermal grease to the top of the processor.

13. Attach one side of the retention bracket to the heat sink. Set the heat sink on top of the processor. Attach the other side of the retention bracket to the heat sink. Turn the lock clockwise to secure the retention bracket in place.

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Repair A Vizio Tv

Vizio's HDTVs are complex electronics that should be repaired by trained and certified technicians.

Television aficionados take their sets for granted, in that TVs are reliable and rarely need frequent maintenance and repair in comparison to a refrigerator or washing machine. A broken television causes major disruption, however, because it happens unexpectedly and without warning sometimes. Vizio's HDTV (high-definition television) product offering runs the gamut from small one-room TVs (22-inch) to large classroom or home theater TVs (55-inch). Whether in the home or in the classroom, a broken TV interrupts recreation and learning. These inconveniences are unavoidable, but an owner can shorten downtime by contacting Vizio technical support to start a repair ticket.

Instructions

1. Find the label on the side or back of the Vizio. Write down the model and serial numbers on paper for reference.

2. Collect the the proof of purchase, such as the purchase receipt or invoice, and have ready if needed.

3. Navigate to Vizio's "Support" page (See Resources). Click on the "Register Your Vizio" link at the top.

4. Type in your name, address, and product information, and then click the "Register" button. Vizio offers warranty service to the original purchaser, and registration establishes ownership.

5. Call Vizio Technical Support at 877-698-4946. Business hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. (All times are Pacific Standard time.)

6. State to the technical support agent that you need a repair. Also tell her that you have registered online. Be ready to offer model and serial numbers, along with proof of purchase.

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Install Ram In Msi Wind

A gigabyte of RAM can be added to the MSI Wind.

The MSI Wind is a small, low-cost laptop computer. Unlike many computers in its class and price range, the MSI Wind has two slots for RAM modules rather than just one. This allows you to upgrade the existing RAM module with a second one without needing to remove the existing module. Install extra RAM in your MSI Wind to bring added speed to the system, particularly when several programs are running at the same time.

Instructions

1. Turn the MSI Wind off and remove the battery. If the power cable is connected, remove it as well. Turn the MSI Wind over so that the bottom faces up.

2. Remove all of the small Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the MSI Wind. Nine screws must be removed in all. The screws are extremely small. Place the screws in a dish or other container so that they will not be lost.

3. Pull the bottom and top halves of the MSI Wind apart. You may do this with your hands, or alternatively with a small, thin object such as a flat-head screwdriver. If you pry the halves apart with a tool, place the tool in the plastic seam between the two halves and twist carefully. Plastic clips hold the MSI wind together internally. As you pull it apart, you may hear snapping noises. This is normal. When the plastic cover is removed from the bottom of the MSI Wind, the main logic board is visible.

4. Locate the strip of black and metallic tape on the logic board of the MSI Wind. This strip covers the memory expansion slot. Note that inside the slot, there is a small plastic tab, slightly off-center. The tab indicates the direction that the RAM upgrade module should face.

5. Orient the RAM module so that the notch on the bottom faces the same direction as the tab inside the RAM slot. Push the metal contacts on the bottom of the RAM module into the slot with the module held at a slight angle. When the metal contacts are fully in the slot, press down on the top part of the module until it clicks into place.

6. Place the bottom half of the MSI Wind in its original position and replace the nine Phillips-head screws. The computer is ready to use.

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Replace Blackberry Motherboards

Replace Blackberry Motherboards

A Blackberry is a type of handheld multimedia device that is like a personal computer in the palm of your hand. Much like a computer, a Blackberry uses an internal motherboard system. If the motherboard gets damaged or becomes nonfunctioning, it will be necessary to open the Blackberry and replace the motherboard. You can choose to have a professional repairman change this internal component, or you can save your money and simply replace this piece yourself.

Instructions

1. Remove the battery by sliding the back covering off of the device and then prying the battery pack up with your fingers.

2. Unscrew the screw located at the top and right corners of the Blackberry. Remove the plastic covering at the very bottom of the device directly under the battery pack. This is usually silver, but depending on what type of Blackberry you have it may be a different color.

3. Remove the right and left plastic borders of the Blackberry. After unscrewing the screws from Step 2 the sides will pop of very easily. Flip the device over and carefully remove the face plate and rubber keyboard and set them aside.

4. Unscrew the screw located at the bottom right and left of the front of the Blackberry. Locate and remove the right and left screws in the very middle of the device. Pull up and remove the main section of the Blackberry from the final plastic covering on the back.

5. Remove the keyboard from the front of the Blackberry, and unhook the two metal clips that hold down the screens plastic border. Remove the screen itself and set it aside. This will now uncover the Blackberry's motherboard.

6. Unscrew the motherboard and replace it with the new one. After reattaching the new motherboard, reassemble everything in the proper location by going back through these steps in reverse order.

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Test A Graphics Card Benchmark

Graphics card benchmarking software is readily available.

A benchmark is a standard by which things are judged. Graphics cards used in computers use software set benchmarks for them. The software makes the card perform numerous tasks, including endurance tests and speed trials. After the tests are over, the software will offer data on the graphics card and give its limitations. Different benchmarking programs use different speed tests and diagnostic tools, so it is wise to use more than one program and compare the results.

Instructions

1. Download the evaluation version of the PassMark Performance Test and install it. The evaluation version of the software is free to use for 30 days. Longer usage requires purchase. PassMark is a robust benchmarking program that runs both 2-D and 3-D tests. It also has advanced tests that are configurable by the user so specific scenarios can be created to test the hardware. Benchmark results can be saved and used to create new baselines. PassMark Performance Test is capable of running benchmark tests on CPU, memory and networking as well.

2. Install the free trial of Futuremark's 3-D graphics card benchmarking software, 3DMark Vantage. Windows Vista or Windows 7 is required and graphics card must be DirectX-10 compliant in order for the software to run. Display devices need to be capable of at least 1280-by-1024 pixel resolution. 3DMark Vantage runs two graphics tests. The first is a simulation of a large, indoor game with detailed characters, physics, lighting and objects. The second represents a vast space scene with huge distances interrupted by gigantic objects. It also has six feature tests that gauge specific aspects of a graphics card's capabilities.

3. Test the graphics card with FurMark, free software that is OpenGL 2.0 compliant. FurMark uses algorithms that render fur as benchmark tests and focuses on stability and stress testing rather than speed tests. The program also monitors and records the graphics card's temperature for analysis and has stability modes designed for overclockers. New versions of the software will allow command line parameters that alter the way the software starts up. These parameters will give the user the ability to personalize the tests more and focus on specific issues.

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Identify An Asrock Motherboard

Motherboards write the names of their manufacturers on the chipset.

Virtually every motherboard manufacturer puts its logo somewhere on the chipset of its boards. Asrock presents no exception to this unwritten rule, manufacturing motherboards in the same manner. Once you open your computer, the rearmost board mounted on it is the motherboard. As soon as you have a look around, you immediately can tell if the motherboard belongs to Asrock or not.

Instructions

1. Sit the computer tower down on its side so that the left side front-wise faces up.

2. Remove all the cables from behind the computer and turn the unit around so that the rear faces you.

3. Remove the two or three screws located on the upper edge of the computer. This holds the access panel for the computer in place.

4. Pull back on the panel previously held by the screws until it slides about half an inch and lift the panel off.

5. Look down at the motherboard. Move any cables aside that block your view without disconnecting them and check the lower right corner of the board. If that area of the motherboard has a heat sink with "Asrock" written on it, your motherboard was manufactured by that company.

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Make The Onboard Graphics Card Secondary

Many motherboard manufacturers have used onboard video adapters in their system boards since the mid-1990s. However, most onboard graphics adapters included on motherboards before the mid-2000s were simply used to reduce the price of lower-end PCs. Furthermore, onboard chipsets made before the mid-2000s were not compatible for multi-monitor or multi-adapter setups. However, modern onboard graphics chips made by ATI (now AMD), Intel and NVidia offer better performance and BIOS options that allow you to set them as secondary video devices for use with a discrete video card to display on multiple monitors.

Instructions

1. Shut down the computer and restart it. As soon as the computer restarts, press the key used to access the BIOS setup menu. Depending on the model of your computer and the motherboard your system uses, the BIOS access key varies. Commonly used BIOS access keys are "Delete," "F1" and "F2." If you don't which provides access to the BIOS, look for a message during startup that displays the "BIOS," "System Setup" or "Setup Menu" key. Alternatively, refer to the manual for your system.

2. Click the "Advanced" or "Advanced Settings" menu option in the BIOS setup menu. If your system BIOS does not support use of a mouse, use the arrow keys to navigate to the correct menu option and press the "Enter" key.

3. Select the "Onboard Devices," "Integrated Devices" or similar BIOS menu option. Select the "Onboard Graphics Adapter" or "Onboard Video" option.

4. Navigate to the "Primary Video Device," "Primary Graphics Device" or "Initiate Graphics Adapter" option. Click the option or press the "Enter" key.

5. Change the value setting to "PCI," "PCI-X," "AGP" or "PEG" depending on the card interface of the discrete video card you want to use as the primary graphics adapter. Modern main boards usually only offer "PCI," "PCI-X" and "PEG" options. Older motherboards offer the "AGP" and "PCI" options for discrete video cards, rather than "PEG" or "PCI-X."

6. Click "Save" or "Save Changes and Exit" in the BIOS menu screen. Alternatively, scroll to the "Exit" or "Save and Exit" menu option, then press "Enter." The BIOS saves the changes and your computer restarts. The onboard video card is now set as the secondary display device. Install the discrete video card according to the manufacturer directions.

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Find My Car'S Make & Model

Find My Car's Make & Model

In regard to automobiles, the term "make" refers to the manufacturer of the car, while "model" refers to a car's unique classification. Identifying the make and model of a car is usually very easy, as most cars have identifying emblems on the car's exterior. There are several ways to determine the make and model of a car, even without exterior identifiers.

Instructions

1. Check the exterior of the car for emblems that identify the car's make and model. If you find a logo but can't identify it, search for the make online (see Resources). The model is usually featured on the exterior, and may be a word or number. Examples include "Cavalier," "626" and "F-150."

2. Check the glove box for an owner's manual or other documentation that may identify the make and model of the car. For example, an oil change receipt may have the information printed on it.

3. Check the VIN number against a comprehensive database. The VIN number is a long code that's engraved on a metal plate on the driver's side dashboard, next to the windshield. Search for the VIN number online to find the make and model (see Resources).

4. Seek the help of a car expert or enthusiast. Ask your local mechanic to identify the car. Alternately, upload a picture of the car to an online forum to see if an auto enthusiasts can identify it (see Resources).

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Find My Motherboard Specs

A computer's motherboard is the main circuit board to which all other peripheral devices must be connected. A computer's processor and RAM interface directly into the motherboard, while things like hard drives and disk drives connect to the motherboard through wires. Since motherboards differ significantly in what type of hardware they can support, determining what type of motherboard is installed in a computer is important before making upgrades to things like RAM, video cards and processors.

Instructions

1. Locate your computer's manual. If your computer came with a manual, it should have detailed information about all components of your computer, including the motherboard.

2. Go to the website of your computer's manufacturer. Computer makers like Dell, HP and Gateway release computers with specific model numbers, which all have the same internal components. By searching for your computer model on your manufacturer website, you should be able to find information about your motherboard, of even find an online version of your user manual.

3. Open the system information screen. Go to the start menu and right click, "My computer," then select "Properties." This will bring up an information screen, which will have basic information about your computer model and hardware.

4. Download and run CPU-Z. CPU-Z is a commonly used computer self diagnostic tool that is free to download, and does not require installation, so it leaves no trace on your computer's registry. Just double click the .exe file in the download, and it will produce information about your motherboard including: vendor, model, BIOS model and graphic interface (see the Resources section below).

5. Search online for your specific motherboard model. If you don't have a computer made by a big manufacturer, try searching for your specific motherboard model number. You should be able to find the website of the manufacturer that makes your motherboard, which will have information about your motherboard and other support.

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Install A Pentium 4 Processor In A Dell Dimension 2400 System Board

Installing a Pentium 4 processor can upgrade your computer's speed.

The Dell Dimension 2400 desktop computer has either a Celeron or Pentium 4 processor installed, which can run at between 2 and 3 gigahertz, depending on the specific options you chose. When the time comes around for a computer upgrade to match the rising system requirements of software, you can install a newer Pentium 4 processor for more speed. Before you can install the processor, you must open the computer and remove a few connected parts.

Instructions

1. Turn off the Dell Dimension 2400. Disconnect the power cable and each of the remaining cords connected to the ports on the back of the computer's case. Place the computer on its side on a flat work surface.

2. Grab the latch on the back end of the case and pull it out to unlock the side panel. Pull the side panel to the left and lift it off the Dimension 2400's case.

3. Touch your fingers against one of the exposed metal tabs on the back end of the Dimension 2400's case to release the static electricity in your hands. Locate the plastic air shroud above the cooling fan and processor at the left side of the motherboard.

4. Lift up the air shroud and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Disconnect the cable connecting the black cooling fan to the port on the Dimension 2400's motherboard.

5. Pull down the retention clip holding the cooling fan and heat sink assembly to the top of the processor. Lift the assembly upwards and remove it from the Dell computer.

6. Lift up the plastic arm located to the right of the Dimension 2400's processor. Grab two different corners of the processor and pull it straight up to remove it from the motherboard's socket.

7. Position the new Pentium 4 processor over the socket. Align the pins on the bottom of the processor with the corresponding holes on the socket and then push down. Push the plastic arm down to lock the Pentium 4 to the Dell's motherboard.

8. Reconnect the cooling fan and heat sink assembly. Plug in the cooling fan's cable and push the air shroud back into place. Reassemble the side panel and power in the Dell Dimension 2400 computer.

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Update Ati Graphics

For nearly as long as there have been computers, there have been ATI graphics cards. Updating your drivers is important: It keeps your device up to date by the manufacturer's standards, and can help with minor glitches and basic troubleshooting. You can do this with the Windows interface or by downloading new software directly from ATI.

Instructions

Check and Update Video Driver

1. Right click in an empty space on your desktop and select "Screen Resolution." This opens a screen with your basic display settings, including the monitor (or screen, for a laptop) you use, your resolution and the orientation of your display.

2. Click on "Advanced setting" to open a new dialogue box. The box that appears is specific to your video driver (the software that controls your video chip or card). The default tab is "Adapter," which displays the video controller in your system. If you have an ATI card or chip, it will say "ATI" beside "Chip Type."

3. Click on "Properties" in the section "Adapter Type." Enter the administrator password. The "Properties" button reveals four tabs for your video device: "General," "Driver," "Details" and "Resources." On the first tab ("General"), the system should tell you that the device is working properly.

4. Click on "Driver" to modify or update the video driver. Click "Update Driver." If you've downloaded a new driver for your device, tell Windows where to find it. If you haven't downloaded anything new for the video card, click "Search Automatically for Updated Driver Software" and follow the prompts on screen.

ATI Graphics Driver and Software Update

5. Visit AMD's support and download page. Click on "Support and Drivers."

6. Follow the many prompts. If you don't know the specifics, just fill in what you do know. There's a "Not sure" option in each category if you can't remember.

7. Click the gray "Display results" button. Three types of downloads are now available to you: "AMD Catalyst Packages," Individual Downloads" and "Optional Downloads." Click "Individual Downloads" and click the "Download" button beside "Catalyst Control Center."

8. Click on the downloaded file to open it. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the newest version of the "Catalyst Control Center," a complete graphics chip management program released by ATI to simplify your graphics settings.

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Mount Screws On A Gigabyte Motherboard

A motherboard can cost hundreds of dollars to replace.

One of the first steps in building a computer is inserting the mount screws for the motherboard and then installing the board on top of these screws. Although your first inclination might be to screw the motherboard straight down to the computer case, this will cause the device to short out and destroy it. Understand use mount screws and install a motherboard properly to prolong its life.

Instructions

1. Turn the computer off and unplug all cables. Place the unit right-side down.

2. Grip the left side panel of the computer and pull it away to open the system. Touch a bare metal section of the computer interior to discharge component-damaging static electricity from your body.

3. Insert the motherboard stand-offs that came with your computer case into the appropriate holes. Twist in the silver or copper-color mounts into the various holes on the bottom of the case with your hands. The stand-offs provide a surface for the motherboard to sit on.

4. Install the Gigabyte motherboard. Align the screw holes on the motherboard with the stand-offs. The I/O panel, the section of the motherboard with various USB and other ports, should be facing the back of the computer.

5. Secure the board to the stand-offs using the screws that came with the motherboard and a Phillips screwdriver. The motherboard has a number of holes near the edges and in the middle through which you must install a screw. Take care not to overtighten the board.

6. Replace the side panel and plug any cables back in.

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Find The Year Built By The Model Number For Whirlpool Stoves

Whirlpool is a major manufacturer of home appliances. Besides selling appliances under its own name, the company owns a range of other brands, including Kitchen Aid, Roper and Sub Zero. Whirlpool appliances, including stoves, code the manufacture date into the serial number. For a Whirlpool stove, the model number will include the year the stove model was introduced but not the year of production. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1. Find the model number and serial number tag on the stove. Write down the serial number.

2. Find the date code in the serial number. The code will be the second or third letter followed by two numeric digits. Starting at the beginning of the serial number, the first two numerals are the correct digits plus the immediately preceding letter.

3. Determine the year of manufacture from the selected letter. Whirlpool has used letter codes for the production year since 1990. The letters plus corresponding year are X: 1990, A through H: 1991 through 1998, J through M: 1999 to 2002, P: 2003, R through U: 2004 through 2008, W: 2008 and Y: 2009.

4. Use the two numerals as the week of manufacture. For example, if the date code in you stove serial number is T24, the stove was manufactured in the 24th week of 2006.

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Use The Asus Recovery Cd 1 0

Use the Asus Recovery CD 1.0

Your Asus recovery disk has all the basic information your computer needs to function. The recovery disk has your operating system and all of your basic drivers and system files. To use your Asus recovery disk you will first need to enter BIOS and change settings so your computer knows where to look for the recovery information. Using your Asus recovery disk can be achieved by following several steps.

Instructions

1. Insert your Asus recovery disk then turn your computer on. Press "F2" to enter setup. Enter "BIOS."

2. Tab over to the "Boot" tab from the setup screen to enter the boot order properties.

3. Move the "CD ROM" option to the top of the list to make it your primary boot device. Your boot order is the order that your system uses to determine what source to boot from. You are setting this to CD ROM so your computer loads the operating system found on your CD instead of your hard drive. This will allow your recovery CD to initialize before your hard drive, so that you can load its content.

4. Press "F10" to save and exit BIOS and select "Yes" to confirm the changes you have made.

5. Reboot your computer to complete the operation.

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Specifications On An Lga 775

The LGA 775 is a format for both motherboards and CPUs. It was designed by Intel for use with their processors. Motherboards and processors conforming to the LGA 775 standard follow a number of specifications. As of April 2011, both motherboards and CPUs following this standard can still be purchased at retailers.

LGA 775 Socket Basics

LGA 775 is a socket format for Intel processors. It is also known as "Socket T," and "LGA775." It replaces the older Intel Socket 478. LGA 775 sockets are used for Intel Pentium 4, Core 2 Quad and Core 2 Extreme processor families. The "LGA" in the name means "Land Grid Array." This refers to the physical layout of processors conforming to this standard. LGA 775 processors is unlike earlier sockets in that it lacks pin holes. Rather, LGA 775 sockets are arranged with 775 contacts in a 33 by 30 grid with a 15 by 14 area in the center without contacts. One corner contact as well as four contacts on two sides are also removed.

LGA 775 Socket Specifications and Attributes

Motherboard sockets conforming to the LGA 775 standard must measure 1.48 inches by 1.48 inches. In comparison with the previous Socket 478, this is a fifteen percent increase in size. There is also a 60 percent increase in the number of contacts. Contact density on the LGA 775 is achieved by placing the contacts much closer together than on previous sockets. LGA 775 sockets, despite having this higher density, also have lower resistance than previous sockets, resulting in an overall reduction of heat generated within the socket and its contacts.

LGA 775 Processor Basics

Intel processors intended to be used with the LGA 775 format have a number of features. Pentium 4 processors support "Hyper-Threading Technology," wherein a single processor can act as though it has two logical processors. CPUs using this format also support both SSE2 and SSE3, providing a suite of enhancements for better performance of 3D applications such as video games. They also use the Intel NetBurst microarchitecture Front Side Bus with Source Synchronous Transfer, allowing faster data transfer. Processors using this format also have Intel's Execute Disable Bit capability. This provides protection against some viruses and worms that attempt to exploit certain vulnerabilities in the memory buffer overrun.

Supported Processor List

There are a number of processors formatted to use the LGA 775 socket. These include the Celeron 400 series operating at 1.6 to 2.2 GHz, the Celeron D operating at 2.4 to 3.6 GHz, the Celeron Dual Core operationg at 1.6 to 2.6 GHz, the Core 2 Duo operating at 1.8 to 3.33 GHz, the Core 2 Extreme operating at 2.66 to 3.2 GHz, the Core 2 Quad operating at 2.4 to 3 GHz, the Pentium 4 operating at 2.66 to 3.8 GHz, the Pentium 4 Extreme Edition operating at 3.2 to 3.73 GHz, the Pentium D operating at 2.66 to 3.6 GHz, the Pentium Duel Core desktop operating at 1.6 to 3.06 GHz, the Pentium Extreme Edition operating at 3.2 to 3.73 GHz and the Xeon 3000 series operating at 1.86 to 3.16 GHz.

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Identify An Amd Athlon Cpu

AMD's Athlon CPU (central processing unit) is a popular family of processors for desktop and laptop computers. Find out specifications of your AMD processor if you plan to overclock it or need to upgrade your system. Use the system information readily available in Windows to identify the type of AMD CPU on your computer.

Instructions

In Windows Vista/7

1. Click "Start" to bring up the Windows Start menu.

2. Click "Control Panel" on the right side of the "Start" menu.

3. Click on "System and Maintenance." Then choose the sub-menu "System."

4. Read the AMD CPU specifications given under "Processor"; for example, "AMD Athlon 64 Dual Core Processor 5200+ 2.6 GHz."

In Windows XP

5. Click on the rectangular button "Start" to get to the Windows XP "Start" menu.

6. Click "Control Panel" on the right side of the "Start" menu.

7. Click on "Performance and Maintenance."

8. Click on "System" to open the "System Properties" window. Then click the tab "General."

9. Read the AMD CPU specifications given under "Computer"; for example, "AMD Athlon 64 Dual Core Processor 5200+ 2.6 GHz."

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Install Quad Core Cpu

Quad Core CPUs contain four separate processors on one chip.

Quad core CPUs offer an abundance of power for all users, whether interested in gaming, business applications, or just browsing the web. Many standard computers will accept a motherboard that supports a quad core CPU without any major modifications. Power supplies without the 20+4 motherboard connector will often need to be replaced with the motherboard, as will low-output power supplies, but new power supplies are inexpensive and readily available and adapters to supply the +4 power are sold. Some proprietary machines that don't accept standard size motherboards or power supplies may not be upgradable to quad core.

Instructions

Matching the Components

1. Determine whether the existing motherboard will support the desired quad core CPU and obtain a new motherboard if necessary.

2. Determine whether the existing power supply will support a quad core CPU and all of the desired components by checking the wattage as well as checking for the 20+4 motherboard connector. Replace if necessary.

3. Determine whether the system RAM is supported by the motherboard and replace if necessary.

4. Determine whether the CPU cooling solution will handle the wattage produced by the CPU and replace if necessary.

Preparing the Case for the New Motherboard and CPU

5. Power down the system and disconnect all cables. Remove the case cover.

6. Remove all expansion cards and disconnect all cables that lead to the motherboard. Depending upon the amount of room inside the case, it may also be necessary to remove hard drives and optical drives and possibly even the power supply.

7. Remove the rear face plate where the motherboard connectors show through the rear of the case. Replace with the new face plate that came with the new motherboard.

8. Align the screw holes of the new motherboard with the standoffs inside the case and add or remove standoffs to ensure there is one standoff for each hole in the motherboard.

9. Install the CPU onto the motherboard and install the CPU cooling solution. Install the RAM onto the motherboard prior to installing the motherboard into the case.

Installing the Motherboard

10. Install the motherboard into the case.

11. Reconnect all necessary cables and wires.

12. Reinstall all drives, expansion cards, and the power supply.

13. Check all of the components carefully before replacing the cover and connecting the system back to power. Tie any loose cables with nylon cable ties to allow better airflow and make the installation more professional looking.

14. Power on the system and set the new date and time in BIOS. Insert the driver disk for the new motherboard if necessary when prompted by the operating system.

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