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Running Vmware on Intel or AMD Laptop

I am planning to buy a laptop. I just want to know if VMware would be good to run on Intel based Laptop ( Intel core 2 duo , 4 GB , 320 GB SATA ) or AMD Turion Processor. ( 4 GB, 320 GB SATA )

View Answer   |  Sep 22 2009  4:43 PM GMT
VMware, Hardware, Intel Core 2 Duo
asked by Kumvinod

  40 pts.

organizational software and hardware understanding.

When organisations have different hardware and software environments, how should they ensure that both organisations’ systems ‘understand’ the message being sent between them?

View Answer   |  Aug 22 2009  5:33 PM GMT
Integration with other platforms, Hardware, Software
asked by Ndubuisiezeocha

  10 pts.

Is it possible for computer parts to fry other computer parts?

As in: motherboard frying processors memory frying motherboard motherboard frying memory processors frying motherboard etc

View Answer   |  Aug 6 2009  9:45 PM GMT
Hardware, Hardware failure
asked by Rogershomework

  65 pts.

Oracle acquires SUN: implications ?

What do you think will be the implications of Oracle's Sun acquisition on: The future of MySql ? The virtualization market ? The hardware market ? The operating systems market ? Other IT fields ?

Answer Question   |  Apr 22 2009  0:35 AM GMT
Oracle, Sun Microsystems, Virtualization
asked by Carlosdl

  29540 pts.

Computer Labs

how do you establish a computer lab with ten computers+Network+Hardware+Software?

View Answer   |  Apr 3 2009  9:26 AM GMT
Computer Labs, Network, Hardware
asked by TjayR

  5 pts.

Problem with built in webcam on vista laptop

I have a client laptop running vista with a built in webcam. Device manager says the webcam is there. There is a link in the programs to uninstall it, but no software that uses it. Unlike a normal camera, it does not appear in the my computer area and I cannot find a link to it anywhere. I...

View Answer   |  Mar 20 2009  12:20 AM GMT
Webcam, Webcam Software, webcam drivers
asked by Schmidtw

  10885 pts.

Replacement motherboard for Gateway MX6453 notebook computer

I am working on a Gateway MX6453 notebook with a bad motherboard (part #31MA3MM00B1) and am having trouble finding a replacement board. Does anyone know if I am limited to this exact part number for replacement or do I have other options? If so, what other boards can I use as a replacement.

asked by Kenmbob

  5 pts.

VERY slow server startup and shutdown

Hi everybody! We have a problem on our Exchange 2003 server thats been getting worse and worse. We have a Dell PowerEdge 2850 server, and every time we try to shutdown or restart it, it take 10 to 20 minutes just to shut down and another 20 to startup. Sometimes we have to force shut it down...

View Answer   |  Jan 31 2009  1:00 AM GMT
Dell PowerEdge 2850, Exchange 2003, SQL database corrupt
asked by Shestopalov

  55 pts.

Advice on buying new PC

I have a Pentium 4 & need to upgrade. I teach Microsoft, use graphics in my manuals, & use CorelDraw a lot. I also design huge Excel spreadsheets with lots of formulas and design databases in Access - what would be a good PC processor, ram, etc? I have been quoted on a system with a Quadcor...

View Answer   |  Nov 5 2008  1:50 PM GMT
Hardware, Microsoft Access, Pentium
asked by Shazzie

  50 pts.

High school computer lab hardware and software specifications

Could you provide me with some hardware and software specification that is most appropriate for a high school computer lab?

View Answer   |  Oct 31 2008  7:52 PM GMT
Hardware, Software, Specifications
asked by NetworkingATE

  1405 pts.

Replacing motherboard

hello i did something wrong in my bios an fried my chip ,however luckily i have an exact spare motherboard if i just throw it in will it all be ok or will i lose windows an data etc .thanx for any help reub ps i wont flash bios again

View Answer   |  Sep 28 2008  8:40 PM GMT
Hardware, Desktops, Motherboards
asked by Reubdogg

  5 pts.

Monitoring software for hardware usage

Need to determine the best real-time monitoring software for hardware. Would like non-vendor specfic information on usage and suggestions for data placement in Raids and NAS type of storage,along with SOX. This request for help was originally submitted to the Research Assistant on WhatIs.com.

View Answer   |  Sep 3 2008  1:54 PM GMT
Hardware, Storage management, NAS
asked by ResearchAssistant

  855 pts.

overheating PC

PC specs: A8NE Asus mother board. 2.2 dual core AMD processor Geforce 7600 512mb Graphics Card. 400W PSU (included with case) For some time i have been experiencing problems with my computer. when I have been running high spec games the computer would turn off. the screen would go black and i...

View Answer   |  Sep 1 2008  5:35 PM GMT
Hardware, Windows, XP
asked by Balero

  10 pts.

What is the best way to persuade a security manager to upgrade poorly outdated software/devices?

I've mentioned security risk, not to mention how upgrading will do a world of good and provide more features to allow us to enhance our tools to make us more productive. I come from an ISP where IT was not a cost center. I may be spoiled, but we are running on Hoary, and everything is manual it...

View Answer   |  Jul 17 2008  4:13 PM GMT
Security management, Hardware, Software upgrades
asked by Mnemonyss

  5 pts.

CD Drive Will Not Work; Drive Reserved

I am trying to make some backup DVD's and i have opened my burner, added all the files to the DVD and i have clicked burn. There is a confirmation box that pops up and the burn button is disabled, telling me that the drive was reserved by another application.

View Answer   |  Jul 17 2008  1:56 AM GMT
Hardware, Windows XP
asked by Schmidtw

  10885 pts.

Gateway 700x

I have a Gateway 700x It got a virus and I have been trying to reload Windows XP Pro back onto the hard drive. I keep running into the same issue, everytime I try to load it stops coping files. I have downloaded an updated the bios, but the problem is is going on. I have changed drives and it...

View Answer   |  Jul 6 2008  9:19 PM GMT
Hardware, Microsoft Windows, OS installation/upgrades
asked by Greatjubee

  80 pts.

IT PAT TEST Results?!?!?

I am the PAT tester for our company, and have been on the various training courses, however our PAT Device is one of "simplicity" shall we say. it does the job, however causes us a few problems along the way. Recently I have found that when testing PC's, the Earth Leakage Results seem to be quite...

View Answer   |  Jun 30 2008  12:53 AM GMT
Hardware, PAT, Earth Leakage Test
asked by Jimbo MT

  50 pts.

Move HD with K2000 to new computer

I need to move the hard drives with Win2000 from an older computer to a new computer. When I tried starting the new computer, I got a BSOD with 0x07B inaccessible_boot_disk. The drives were jumpered correctly, the data cable was secure. The BIOS did not recognize either drive. Any idea on how I can...

View Answer   |  Jun 24 2008  6:24 AM GMT
Hardware, Windows 2000 Server, Hard drives
asked by XMac

  95 pts.

fax machine

I am looking for a digital fax box that will hold incoming faxes while the fax machine is off line. I remember seeing them years ago but I can't find them now. The client doesn't want to leave the multi machine all the time and because of gov regs can not use a web based fax program and a fax...

View Answer   |  Apr 18 2008  0:28 AM GMT
Hardware, Routers, Fax equipment
asked by Teicneoir

  165 pts.

ECS RS400A and Inno3D 7200GS

I have an Inno3D 7200GS and an ECS RS400A mainboard. I have tried to get the card to work on this board but there is no throughput on VGA. I have been into the BIOS and set the Init First Display tag to PEG but still nothing. I was wondering if because it is an ATI chipset based board and the...

View Answer   |  Mar 4 2008  3:41 PM GMT
Tech support, Hardware
asked by TJ Crosskey

  15 pts.

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