Computer Drives & Storage Videos

Reformatting a hard drive will remove all the data or information on the hard drive. Learn about a free program that will reformat a hard drive with this information from an experienced computer...

Ghosting a hard drive is creating an exact image of the contents of a hard drive on another hard drive. Ghost a hard drive to provide a backup copy of all files with help from an experienced...

Recovering hard drive data can be a difficult and complex task. Learn about different options for recovering data from a hard drive including software programs and companies that specialize in...

Hard drives are computer hardware that contain magnetic platters that spin and record bits of information or data. Learn more about how a hard drive works with this information from an experienced...

Troubleshoot a hard drive using disk diagnostic software such as Windows Scan Disk, which comes with Windows or Norton Disk Doctor. Fix hard drive problems such as bad sectors or bad files with...

Cleaning a hard drive can increase performance and recover storage space on a hard drive. Learn about free software programs that can help clean a hard drive with these tips from an experienced...

Destroying a hard drive may be necessary to permanently destroy sensitive data. Learn various ways to permanently destroy a hard drive with this information from an experienced computer user in...

Selecting a hard drive is based on what type of computer software will be used and what type of files will be stored. Hard drives are relatively cheap, so don't skimp when selecting a hard drive...

Format a hard drive with Windows XP by running the Windows XP install program, installing Windows and formatting the hard drive. Learn about hard drive partitions and installing Windows with help...

Designate a start-up drive for a computer by rebooting the computer and accessing the computer's setup program. Designate a CD ROM, DVD ROM or hard drive as the start-up drive with these tips from...

Install a second hard drive to increase the storage capacity of a personal computer. Learn how to install a second hard drive in a PC with guidance from an experienced computer user in this free...

When setting up dual computer monitors to extend the desktop, make sure to have a video card that supports dual monitors, then find a second monitor to meet your computer needs. Set up dual...

To troubleshoot a crashing computer, check off a list of potential problems such as new or recently updated software or updated operating system or problematic Internet browser. Troubleshoot a...

In order to hookup an external monitor to a laptop computer, use the external video port or, if the laptop doesn't have one, upgrade to an extra USB port that can be used for the monitor. Connect...

To password-protect a wireless network, connect to the IP address of the Web site configuration file for the router and change settings at the login prompt. Create a password for a wireless...

To remove pictures and files from a memory card, use the card reader utility on the computer or buy a USB card reader. Delete pictures and files from memory cards with the tips in this free video...

Reformatting a hard drive will vary if the hard drive is the primary drive or a secondary or external hard drive. Learn the difference between a quick format and a full format of a hard drive in...

To reinstall the Windows operating system, boot off of the Windows OS installation CD, then follow the on-screen directions. Reinstall the Windows operating systems with the tips in this free...

To restrict access to a wireless network, connect to the IP address of the Web site configuration file for the router and change settings at the login prompt. Restrict access to a wireless network...

In order to secure a wireless connection, connect to the IP address of the Web site configuration file for the router, then enter user name and password. Secure a wireless internet connection with...

To select a wireless communication card for a laptop computer, find a card that matches the speed and location requirements, rural or urban area, where the laptop will be used. Choose a wireless...

When backing up a hard drive, transfer data to CDs or an external hard drive in order to have a copy of important files in case the system fails. Find out how to back up a computer hard drive in...

When buying a CPU for a home-built computer, choose a name brand such as Intel and make sure the socket configuration on the CPU matches that of the motherboard. Select a CPU for a homemade...

When buying RAM for a laptop, make sure to match the configuration of the laptop and to not surpass the maximum memory allowed by that computer. Purchase RAM for a laptop computer with the tips in...

To clean up Internet Explorer files, select the Internet Options feature of Explorer and delete the browsing history. Clean up Internet Explorer files with the tips in this free video on computer...

When creating a Web site in Microsoft Word, lay out the design just like in a normal document, then select HTML as the file format. Learn how to built a Web site in Microsoft Word in this free...

To fix a corrupt file in Windows XP, use the file recovery option on the Windows installation disk. Repair a corrupt Windows operating system in this free video on computer networks and repairs...

When formatting a flash drive, plug it into the USB connection of a computer, right-click on the drive name and choose a format option in the dialog box. Format a flash drive with the tips in this...

When formatting a floppy disk, first make sure the disk is in the computer's drive, then Format a floppy disk with the tips in this free video on computer networks and repairs from a systems...

Formatting a hard drive with Windows XP will vary if the hard drive is the primary drive or a secondary or external hard drive. Learn the difference between a quick format and a full format of a...

Use the Windows operating system installation disk to reinstall Windows, then reboot the computer. Learn how to reinstall Windows XP in this free video on computer networks and repairs from a...

To uninstall Windows from a computer, use the uninstall software provided with the program provided by Microsoft. Find out how to uninstall a windows program without damaging the other software on...

To uninstall the Google toolbar from an Internet browser, use the remove programs option in the Windows Control Panel on the computer. Learn how to uninstall the Google toolbar in this free video...

To access free Wi-Fi on a computer, check the list of available networks on a computer, select that network and choose the select option. Get free Wi-Fi with the tips in this free video on...

When adding a computer to a wireless network, click the icon that looks like two computer joined together to bring up a dialog box, then select the connect option. Connect a computer to a wireless...

In order to change the screen resolution on a computer monitor, use the personalize or properties option of the desktop menu, select the settings window and use the screen resolution slider to...

Clean and fix a computer mouse by using a cloth and a little rubbing alcohol to remove dust. Find out how to clean and fix a computer mouse with tips from a computer specialist in this free video...

Clean up keyboard spills by using compressed air to remove liquid out from underneath the keys. Learn to clean up keyboard spills with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

When cleaning up laptop spills, unplug the power supply and use a cloth to remove the excess liquid. Clean up laptop spills with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

Connect a DVD player to a computer by installing the screws on the side of the player. Learn to connect a DVD player to a computer with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

Change the master/slave designation on a hard drive by using the cable select mode to modify the jumper settings. Adjust the master/slave designation on a hard drive with tips from a computer...

Clean a CD-ROM by purchasing a CD cleaning disc from a local electronics store and installing it in the computer. Find out more about cleaning a CD-ROM drive with tips from a computer specialist...

Clean a computer keyboard by using compressed air to remove dirt and debris. Learn to clean a computer keyboard with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

Clean the insides of a computer safely by removing the outer panels to gain access to the processor and graphics card. Learn to clean the inside of a computer with tips from a computer specialist...

Clean a computer monitor by using a monitor wipe that can be purchased at any local electronics store. Keep computer monitors clean with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on...

Clean a laptop screen by using a monitor wipe to remove dust and debris. Keep a laptop screen clean with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

When cleaning a laptop screen with household products, refrain from using coarse materials that can scratch and harm the screen. Clean a laptop screen with tips from a computer specialist in this...

Clean a scanner by using optical clothes to remove dust and debris. Learn to clean a scanner with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

Clear a printer paper jam by examining the access panel for possible malfunctions. Learn how to clear a printer paper jam with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.

Clean a laser printer by removing the cartridge and vacuuming out excess dust and debris. Properly clean a laser printer with tips from a computer specialist in this free video on computers.