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  1. SteveCop

    New Dell with integrated 5.1 sound NOT DISCREET?

    I don't know if this info will answer your questions. It's from one of the moderators in the Dell Dimension audio support forum. The comments refer to a 8300, but may apply to your 4600 as well: "To ensure that the integrated 5.1 sound is configured properly for 5.1 speakers, follow these...
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    Help: Windows (XP) Automatic Update Keeps Giving Me Same Update

    CameronJ, There have been numerous reports of similar, and other problems with KB835732 since it was released. See here: http://www.dslreports.com/forum/rema...2944~mode=flat So far MS has yet to address these concerns. I'm running it on my XP box and have not encountered any problems, yet...
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    Help: Windows (XP) Automatic Update Keeps Giving Me Same Update

    Todd, See if this Microsoft article helps resolve your problem: http://support.microsoft.com/default...9109#appliesto Steve
  4. SteveCop

    Changing display adapters on Win-98

    Nathan, Download the Nvidia drivers (Win 9x) for your card here: http://www.nvidia.com/object/win9x_archive.html These are the correct drivers for the MX 420. Choose the latest, or one of the others. I have not tried the latest version, so I have no opinion on it. If you still have...
  5. SteveCop

    The DEFAULT question agian....

    Ronald, Are your choices available here?: Control panel>>Internet Options>>Programs Steve
  6. SteveCop

    Spell check problems on Outlook Express 6

    Adrian, According to Microsoft, the spell checker in OE should work if you have Word 97 or Excel 97 installed (unless you're using the 64-bit version of XP): http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;253351 http://support.microsoft.com/default...78&Product=oex You might try...
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    Modem dial-up sounds from my speakers?!

    Timon, Try this: control panel>open phone & modems>select modems tab>select properties>select advanced tab>add "atm0" to extra initialization commands (without the quotes, and 0 is zero, not the letter o). I've read that some modems require the init string to be in all caps. Steve
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    Windows 98 RIP

    Looks like MS has changed their mind: Support for Windows 98, 98SE and ME will now be available until the middle of June 2006. http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=13575 http://msfn.org/comments.php?catid=1&id=6601
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    Microsoft Products and the new Virus Defs from Symantec

    Mark, Yes, problems for many Symantec users due to an expired Verisign certificate. Check out these threads: http://www.dslreports.com/forum/rema...9999~start=400 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/rema...s=9999#9023696 Symantec response: http://service1.symantec.com/SUPPORT...04010810205113...
  10. SteveCop

    Mad Cow in U.S.

    All this talk about beef.....I'm getting hungry! Think I'll go out tomorrow and get the biggest rib-eyes I can find and cook 'em up nice & juicy on the charcoal grill. :D
  11. SteveCop

    Windows 98 RIP

    Win XP Home came installed on my new Dell 8250 that I got 12-15-2002. One year later, the OS has NEVER crashed on me yet, so I'm a happy camper. Win 98SE was on my previous system, and the dreaded BSOD occurred occasionally. I've had a few people tell me they like Win 98, haven't had any...
  12. SteveCop

    Java Virtual Machine - What is it and where do I get it?

    Here's a site that will quickly show if your javascript and applet are enabled: http://www.bodo.com/javame.htm Steve
  13. SteveCop

    Can someone help me find one of these...?

    Dick, Haven't seen the one you mention, but here is site that has 35 cast iron mechanical coin banks that are somewhat similar to what you describe. http://www.piggybankworld.com/cgi-lo...43b+1079143762 Some of the more popular older mechanical banks are described here...
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    Is CART racing finished?

    Any open wheel racing fans here? It seems the CART series is in trouble and may go bankrupt. I guess this is really not a big surprise, with cancelled races, lost sponsors, and deflections to the IRL. I lost interest in CART a couple of years ago when they cancelled the race at TMS on the...
  15. SteveCop

    XP Pro and sys restore??

    Gerald, Have you tried disabling then re-enabling system restore? SC
  16. SteveCop

    Removing Red-Eye from Digital Photos?

    Ronald, Sorry to stray off the topic here. I was just wondering if you ever figured out what the yellow exclamation icon in the taskbar was? Steve
  17. SteveCop

    How to regain USB 2.0 functionality in XP?

    Patrick, Here is some info that may help. You might try the Intel Chipsets USB Driver Setup Utility available here: http://www.americanpredator.com/support/drivers.html The usb20 setup utility may do the trick. If you need to download the USB 2.0 drivers, they are available on the Intel...
  18. SteveCop

    I narrowed the field to 4. Need input.

    Gregory, Just some info you might be interested in since you mentioned the software from 321 Studios: http://www.msfn.org/comments.php?id=5801&catid=1 Customers who buy a copy of the upcoming DVD X Copy Xpress software from 321 Studios Inc. will receive a Lite-On DVD burner for an additional...
  19. SteveCop

    HTF Attempts Access To My Computer?

    Kevin, I'm using the McAfee firewall that came free with the Comcast HSI service. Been using it since July. Haven't changed any configurations and haven't had any problems, nor have I seen any more hits from HTF since the 16th. I'm not too worried about it, just curious since the hits came from...
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    HTF Attempts Access To My Computer?

    Kevin, Here's some, but not all of the log, with my IP removed. The sending port was 80 for all the events, with the destination ports all in the 28** range. I don't recall if I was on the site when they occurred, but I haven't had any trouble accessing HTF. 2003/11/16 06:18:59...
  21. SteveCop

    HTF Attempts Access To My Computer?

    I noticed that my firewall has blocked 195 access attempts to multiple ports from HTF (216.66.21.97) in the last two days. Anyone know what's going on?? Thanks
  22. SteveCop

    Let BLOCKBUSTER know how we feel re: widescreen

    Off topic....but rumor is that Blockbuster is going to merge with Columbia House, as reported in the Friday edition of the WSJ.
  23. SteveCop

    Yellow exclamation icon in taskbar - is that normal?

    Ronald, Do an advanced Google search on the exact phrase "yield icon". I found a number of references that this could be related to. Steve
  24. SteveCop

    Comcast broadband cable wont stay connected...

    Kyle, I'm in Dallas and I haven't noticed any problems today with my Comcast connection.
  25. SteveCop

    How does one fix and replace damaged drivers in WinXP?

    Cary_H said: "I've rarely seen a patch that can be removed once installed....and I've never seen one show it's face in my add/remove program list." XP is a little different.....as I look, I've currently got 20 of them listed in my add/delete programs list. All are hot fixes and security...
  26. SteveCop

    Help appraising a Stratocaster...

    Some people would say that putting a humbucker on a Strat is a disgraceful thing to do. Steve
  27. SteveCop

    It's on the way..

    EarleD, I believe you can copy a CD image to disk with EZCD 5 Basic, as I do it all the time on my Dell. Open the Roxio Project Selector and select make a music CD. Insert the CD you want to copy. The songs will appear in the top window. Now click and drag the songs you wish to copy from the...
  28. SteveCop

    I finally bought my dream guitar!

    Tim, I'm sure you'll love it. Taylor makes great guitars. I have a 610 that I bought new in 1985. The older it gets, the better it sounds. The lifetime warranty is nice too. A few years ago I had a problem with the pickguard coming up around the edges. I called Taylor and actually got to...
  29. SteveCop

    Help me diagnose a car audio problem

    Reginald, Any good car forums you would like to recommend? Thanks!
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