How can I restore my Compaq laptop to factory settings?
My computer has been acting really weird lately despite the fact that it's free of viruses. I've tried registry cleaning among a lot of other things with no luck. I figure the simplest option at this point would be to restore. By the way, when I got this laptop it came with Vista, but I upgraded to Windows 7. So if I restore it, will I lose Windows 7?
Other - Computers - 2 Answers
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try a system restore to a point before you started to have problems. That shouldn't affect your operating system. If that doesn't help, it may be best to do a clean install of W7. Back up your important files before you reinstall.
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Tap F11 at startup for restore to factory settings. Yes, you will lose Windows 7. If you have Windows 7 disc, you can reinstall after the recovery. EDIT. Having said that it would be simpler just to reinstall Windows 7 if you have the disc, rather than doing a restore to factory. Just put your disc in the drive and choose install. If you use this method Windows 7 will save a Windows old folder to your C drive. I always delete this folder as it can take up a great deal of hard drive space. That`s - computer - C drive - program files - windows old - right click and delete. You`ll likely find that you already have this folder, as it will have been saved when you upgraded from Vista.
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
Can I connect my compaq laptop to another laptop just to use the monitor?
My monitor blew out on my laptop. Can I connect my compaq laptop to another laptop just to use the monitor?
My compaq went nuts. The screen is just a solid gray or light gray at times and I can hear windows running in the background. Any idea what it can be? I just assume it's the monitor?
Monitors - 1 Answers
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try shining a bright light onto it, if you can see images then that means the backlight has blown(you'll probably need to take it to a shop to get it repaired if it has unless you're really good with electronics, i've built hundreds of pcs and i still wouldn't attempt to replace the backlight). if there isn't an image then the actual panel itself is dead meaning the whole screen needs replacing. mean while you could hook it up to an external monitor or TV with VGA (thats the 15 pin blue plugs) inputs though, i don't know of any laptops that have VGA inputs for the monitors though.
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My compaq went nuts. The screen is just a solid gray or light gray at times and I can hear windows running in the background. Any idea what it can be? I just assume it's the monitor?
Monitors - 1 Answers
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try shining a bright light onto it, if you can see images then that means the backlight has blown(you'll probably need to take it to a shop to get it repaired if it has unless you're really good with electronics, i've built hundreds of pcs and i still wouldn't attempt to replace the backlight). if there isn't an image then the actual panel itself is dead meaning the whole screen needs replacing. mean while you could hook it up to an external monitor or TV with VGA (thats the 15 pin blue plugs) inputs though, i don't know of any laptops that have VGA inputs for the monitors though.
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Friday, October 8, 2010
External Graphics Card for Compaq Laptop?
External Graphics Card for Compaq Laptop?
I have a compaq pressario v6700 laptop, and was wondering if there is such thing as a external graphics card that somehow plugs into my laptop like maybe into the usb (an idea, not a very good one), i have tried to play games and my graphics card is incapable of running them even on their lowest settings, i think i have the worst graphics card ever invented. I have tried basic games but it still seems to struggle any help would be appreicated.
Add-ons - 3 Answers
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Nope Sorry
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Nope. You'll have to buy a new laptop. Most laptops are not designed for gaming AT ALL.
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No need to buy new laptop. IOGEAR USB 2.0 External DVI Graphics Card - USB is one of the best External Graphics Card for your compaq laptop. If you want to buy this graphics card visit at http://www.smarterdeals.com/BuyNow.ashx?id=9693312&FID=1
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I have a compaq pressario v6700 laptop, and was wondering if there is such thing as a external graphics card that somehow plugs into my laptop like maybe into the usb (an idea, not a very good one), i have tried to play games and my graphics card is incapable of running them even on their lowest settings, i think i have the worst graphics card ever invented. I have tried basic games but it still seems to struggle any help would be appreicated.
Add-ons - 3 Answers
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Nope Sorry
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Nope. You'll have to buy a new laptop. Most laptops are not designed for gaming AT ALL.
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No need to buy new laptop. IOGEAR USB 2.0 External DVI Graphics Card - USB is one of the best External Graphics Card for your compaq laptop. If you want to buy this graphics card visit at http://www.smarterdeals.com/BuyNow.ashx?id=9693312&FID=1
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
How to restore my compaq laptop to original settings?
How to restore my compaq laptop to original settings? (vista premium) 10 points?
I have a compaq laptop with windows vista premiuim and i want to restore my laptop to the factory settings, how do i do it? Also, everytime I try to install a certain game, it lets me play on for the game for like, 2 minuites & then shuts down, and a message comes up. :| Help pleaseeeeeeeeeeeee. System restore only restores it from an earlier time. I've tried.
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
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do the system restore. maybe the system requirements of your game is not compatible with your system. or your computer doesnt meet the minimum requirements of the game.
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You will see the option listed on your screen upon bootup, before the Windows logo appears....it will give you a Function key to press ie; F12 Cheers
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Rachhh You need to do a factory restore. The problem is that we never get the points as it clears off all your Yahoo answers/question so there's no way you can contact the the chap that gives you the answer...nevertheless, follow this, factory re set procedure, however, you don’t give a lot to work on but, here’s a stab at your problem this will not work if you haven’t a pre installed OS held in a secure partition. So, you have nothing to lose give it a go. Switch off your pc completely, important and clear the working area. You’re ready to go: - On switching on, from a completely off situation, “immediately and repeatedly†hit F8 (can be manufacture dependant e.g. Sony F10) as it runs up, it’ll in time, show/allow you the option, e.g. “Repair your Computer†select this. Answer a couple other obvious questions, re-install windows...., but, you’re looking for their top option “Full Destructive Recovery†this is what you’re after. Don’t be shy do the job properly, it will ask many more times, “Do you really want to do this†just keep clicking yes please. 1.This course of action will take about ten minutes and if you haven’t saved the files that you might like to have kept its now too late. Remember, this will take it back to the day you purchased. So, you can install any subsequent personal software, printer drivers for example, at a much later date. Sit back and relax, don’t panic, while it does its thing…then Bing its back and talking to you, to help you set up your newly purchased PC.
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I have a compaq laptop with windows vista premiuim and i want to restore my laptop to the factory settings, how do i do it? Also, everytime I try to install a certain game, it lets me play on for the game for like, 2 minuites & then shuts down, and a message comes up. :| Help pleaseeeeeeeeeeeee. System restore only restores it from an earlier time. I've tried.
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
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do the system restore. maybe the system requirements of your game is not compatible with your system. or your computer doesnt meet the minimum requirements of the game.
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You will see the option listed on your screen upon bootup, before the Windows logo appears....it will give you a Function key to press ie; F12 Cheers
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Rachhh You need to do a factory restore. The problem is that we never get the points as it clears off all your Yahoo answers/question so there's no way you can contact the the chap that gives you the answer...nevertheless, follow this, factory re set procedure, however, you don’t give a lot to work on but, here’s a stab at your problem this will not work if you haven’t a pre installed OS held in a secure partition. So, you have nothing to lose give it a go. Switch off your pc completely, important and clear the working area. You’re ready to go: - On switching on, from a completely off situation, “immediately and repeatedly†hit F8 (can be manufacture dependant e.g. Sony F10) as it runs up, it’ll in time, show/allow you the option, e.g. “Repair your Computer†select this. Answer a couple other obvious questions, re-install windows...., but, you’re looking for their top option “Full Destructive Recovery†this is what you’re after. Don’t be shy do the job properly, it will ask many more times, “Do you really want to do this†just keep clicking yes please. 1.This course of action will take about ten minutes and if you haven’t saved the files that you might like to have kept its now too late. Remember, this will take it back to the day you purchased. So, you can install any subsequent personal software, printer drivers for example, at a much later date. Sit back and relax, don’t panic, while it does its thing…then Bing its back and talking to you, to help you set up your newly purchased PC.
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