tech sectiontech sectionKeeping your server's BIOS up-to-date ensures that you are using the latest firmware to control input and output operations. This functionality is essential, as the primary job of the BIOS is to initialize your operating system, load core applications from the hard drive and test your blade server's hardware to verify that the components are working properly.
A device driver receives instructions from an application and translates that information for a specific computer component. If the driver for your Intel Graphic Media Accelerator is missing, the operating system won't be able to communicate with the graphics adapter and instead will utilize a generic driver to output video. A generic driver does not offer all of the features of an Intel driver; for example, the software might not be able to render 3D or increase the screen resolution above 1024 x 768. You can obtain the latest version of the Intel Graphic Media Accelerator from the Intel website.
"Safe Mode" is a very powerful tool built into Windows that can be used to troubleshoot many different types of problems. Turn on the sound driver in "Safe Mode" with help from a software engineer with broad and extensive experience in this free video clip.
Volkswagens have long been associated with happy people; from the smiling bug, to the well-engineered and ever-reliable Passat. But, all the same, even happy people get thier windows broken by unhappy people. From distraught exes, to vandals and incompetent locksmiths, there are any number of reasons that you might have to replace your driver-side front window. But, fortunately, doing so doesn't have to make you any more unhappy than finding out that your window was broken in the first place.
Toontrack's EZdrummer is a drum-sampler plugin that comes preloaded with many drum sounds. In Pro Tools, EZdrummer functions as a Real Time Audio Suite, or RTAS, plugin, and works inside the Pro Tools software without the need for extra drivers. If you're using an external audio hardware device with your version of Pro Tools, however, you need the right driver. Avid Technology, the company behind Pro Tools, provides free driver downloads for many types of audio hardware.
The 1997 Mercury Villager features an optional rear heating control, designed to divide the heating and cooling between the first, second and third row seating positions. Adjusting the rear fan speed to the preferable setting will help distribute the conditioned air throughout the vehicle, without adversely affecting the front driver and passenger.
Introduced in 2002 and selling for nearly $1,000 at the time, the ViewSonic A90F cathode ray tube-based computer monitor was considered state-of-the-art by many users. A decade later there are still some A90Fs in service, many in public schools and other public institutions. Screen problems with the A90F can come from several sources. Some of these have easy solutions; others are not so easy to fix.
If your Ubuntu 9.10 installation freezes up and becomes unresponsive, it could be for one of two reasons: You're running more software on your system than your hardware can handle, or the kernel has encountered a fatal error known as kernel panic. You can fix an overloaded system by quitting some programs, but kernel panics will require configuration changes.
Programming languages use connection strings to connect programmatically to a dataset. The dataset is created by the database, and the connection string contains the drivers, username and password that connects to the database. The connection string has the string data type, but you use it with the connection object in the Web page code.
Some computer models manufactured by Dell come with a BIOS asset tag, also known as a service tag. Basically, the asset tag is a BIOS password that is set when the Dell computer is manufactured. If you lost the asset tag and need to make changes to the BIOS configuration, you need to change the password. Fortunately, this service tag can be reset by removing the CMOS battery found on the motherboard. Removing the CMOS battery flushes the CMOS memory that contains the password. You can then enter BIOS and change the tag.
Ubuntu 9.10 is a Linux-based operating system that can be installed on desktop and laptop computers. Although most Ubuntu users experience no major issues when upgrading to Ubuntu 9.10 from a previous version of Ubuntu, you may find that your sound does not work after performing the update. There are four typical causes for no sound in Ubuntu 9.10 after an update. By going through the troubleshooting process for each of these causes, you can usually resolve the issue of no sound in Ubuntu 9.10.
The Motorola M800 is a CDMA-capable phone that was released by Motorola in 2008. If you want to retrieve images and other files from the M800 on your computer, you need to install the M800 on your computer. Successfully installing the M800 on your computer merely requires the use of Motorola's official USB drivers.
An operational amplifier, or op amp, is a component designed to increase the strength of a wide range of electronic signals. Though even the most basic, inexpensive op amp is adequate for audio use, manufacturers have developed specialty devices with very low noise and distortion. These qualities are important in professional environments such as recording studios; the noise from many pieces of equipment adds up, so the components in them must be as quiet as possible.
The Magnavox CM2089 monitor was made in the early 1990s. This CRT monitor has a maximum resolution of 1024 by 768 pixels. On most computers, the monitor should plug in and automatically display your Windows desktop. In some cases, drivers may be needed to get the monitor working properly. If you still use older versions of Windows such as Windows 95 or 98, the driver installation will get the monitor working properly.
The basic input/output system (BIOS) is a program that determines how your Toshiba M300 boots up until the point where your operating system launches on the machine. This process includes checking the laptop’s boot order as well as internal components, such as the laptop’s Random Access Memory (RAM). If your Toshiba’s BIOS has disabled a RAM slot on your laptop, you can troubleshoot to fix the issue and allow the laptop to use both RAM slots, as it should.
Computer drivers are pieces of software that enable the parts of your computer to communicate with the operating system. While some drivers come installed with Windows, Dell recommends that users download and install drivers separately for the Inspiron 1525. When your computer doesn't install drivers correctly, the system components may function erratically. Driver installation errors are generally due to problems with the file itself and are easy to resolve.
When you have pictures, documents or other materials that you want to convert to a digital format, a scanning feature on a printer is a handy thing to have. While the Canon Pixma MP470 does offer that feature, you may run into several issues that cause the scanning feature to not work as promised. Work through a number of common troubleshooting steps to try to find the problem.
A kernel is the main programming component of a computer operating system or OS. It interacts with both software and computer components that process software data. A computer kernel manages the PC's central processing unit's resources, or how the hardware and software of the computer communicate. It runs the central core of a computer OS and it is the first part that is loaded during booting. There are three types of kernel components; low-level kernel components, high-level kernel components and application-level kernel components.
ATI Catalyst 10.7 supports Ubuntu 10.04 and permits the operating system to use features like Eyefinity, which allows video to be output to multiple monitors at once. ATI Catalyst provides to the Linux OS an easy-to-use interface for managing the behavior of the graphics card and pertinent display settings.
Parity checking is an error detection method that can detect memory errors in a computer, transmissions between networks and in transmissions in contactless systems, such as in the data exchange between a smart card and its reader. Parity checking detects soft errors, typically caused by electrical irregularities within the system, as opposed to hard errors, or physical damage to a memory device. If parity checking detects a memory error in your computer, your system's parity checker reports the error to the BIOS.
While it's common for webcams to have a Windows driver but not one for Mac, it's less common to find a need for a Mac webcam driver for Windows. One case in which this happens is when you're running Windows XP using Parallels on a Mac computer, and you want to use your Mac's webcam with the XP side. To do this, you'll need to install the right Mac webcam drivers on the XP portion of your computer.
The ATI Radeon HD 4850 X2 contains two graphics processing units on a single card, allowing it to drive multiple displays or run graphically intensive programs and games. The card features four high-definition dual-link DVI outputs and a single standard-definition S-video output. These outputs, with the correct adapters and settings, provide a variety of ways to connect the card to a high definition television.
Shader Model is a component of the Microsoft DirectX application programming interface that streamlines the process by which a video card sets the color and shading attributes for the pixels on 3-D objects. DirectX 9.0c includes Shader Model 3.0. If your notebook computer includes the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570, it is compatible with SM 3.0.
The "Invalid Access to Memory Location" message is an error that can occur in "one of many hundreds" of system locations, according to Microsoft. The problem is not isolated to Vista, and a fair amount of analysis is required to determine its source. Remedy this error with basic troubleshooting or by repairing the driver mentioned in the error message.
Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation is an audio file for recent versions of Windows that ensure that other applications are not modifying current audio-related content and plug-ins. The application also serves as the audio engine for Windows. The Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation application usually launches at startup and will not harm your computer.
Most laptops contain a built-in sound card that emits various beeps, music and alerts through the machine's speakers. Various factors can prevent the system from detecting built-in or externally connected audio devices, including incorrect installation, outdated files and sound card issues.
WinSpool.Drv is a safe file that comes preinstalled with Windows operating systems. The file is useful for storing printing data, which includes information sent to a printer. WinSpool.Drv launches automatically when you print. Although it's beneficial, occasionally, WinSpool.Drv error messages will appear on the screen if the file is corrupt or missing.
The front-side bus, also called the data bus or processor bus, is located next to the central processing unit and memory controller hub, or northbridge, and carries data back and forth between these two devices. The basic input/output system, a central component found on the motherboard, is a software that controls the operation of the hardware inside the PC. On some motherboards, the BIOS can control the speed of the FSB.
A file type is indicated by its file extension. Often people identify a file type by using the commonly used file extension for that type as its name. Five different file types use the ".fid" file extension. File extensions usually express the file's purpose, or handling application in a three- or four-letter abbreviation.
The Intel Audio Studio application needs the Sonic Focus Drivers to work correctly. If you receive an error message that states, "Sonic Focus Drivers Must Be Loaded for this Application to Work," the appropriate drivers are missing or corrupted. If it also shows a yellow exclamation mark in the Device Manager, the drivers did not load correctly and must be reinstalled.
A motherboard's Basic Input/Output System controls system-level interactions between the components of the computer. Occasionally, manufacturers may release BIOS updates that improve motherboards by increasing performance and reliability or resolving hardware incompatibilities. A beta BIOS is an update that may improve a motherboard's performance or resolve a severe problem but has not yet undergone thorough testing. These downloads are intended only for advanced computer users.
Synaptics TouchPads rely on drivers, special software that allows these devices to communicate with the computer's firmware to perform mouse functions such as scrolling, clicking and selecting content. Even after installation, your TouchPad may not work if the drivers are incompatible with the device or if an external mouse causes conflicts. If your TouchPad isn't working, Synaptics provides solutions for common driver problems.
BIOS is an acronym for Basic Input/Output System and refers to computer firmware -- software programmed into read-only memory -- that directs many of the basic operations of a computer. BIOS is typically located on an electrically erasable read-only memory chip, which allows the BIOS settings to be updated, or “flashed," under software control. Exactly what changes when you flash the BIOS of your computer depends on the issue you’re trying to resolve.
Players assume the roles of heroes attempting to save the worlds depicted in famous Cartoon Network television shows in “FusionFall.” The game revolves around young heroes tasked with saving major cartoon characters from an evil invading force, and accounts can have multiple heroes for each player. There are several methods to help fix an apparently corrupted character.
Printing delays are not only an inconvenience, they can prove costly if slow printing results in the inability to effectively operate your business or serve your customers. Printing problems can occur for a number of reasons, ranging from installing too many fonts to selecting the wrong paper setting. In some cases, printing problems are relatively easy to identify and correct.
With a minimum price tag of $200 with a two-year contract, the Apple iPhone is not something you want to lose. IPhone users who are prone to losing their devices are in luck, however, as Apple includes a tracking feature with every iPhone, including its fourth-generation iPhone 4. This feature, titled "Find My iPhone," can be enabled or disabled at will and does not require you to download any extra applications.
The built-in speakers on a Gateway MX3702 use Sigmatel drivers to output sound. However, the computer won't produce sound if the drivers are damaged, corrupt or missing. The driver delivers sounds through built-in speakers or connected headphones. If the high-definition 2-channel audio system isn't performing as expected, Gateway provides solutions to solving driver problems and optimizing sound.
Windows error code 28 indicates a missing or damaged driver file, which can keep devices connected to your computer from working correctly. This code appears in Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows Server editions. In most cases, you can stop this code from appearing by installing a new driver or by removing the old driver and replacing it with a different one.
HTC Incredible drivers are small applications that allow your operating system to communicate with the hardware and software on your smartphone. Before you root your HTC Incredible, make sure the drivers are installed to your operating system so you will be able to communicate with the phone once the root process is finished. Rooting your phone gives you unfettered access to the phone's operating system so you can unlock features that are normally controlled by your wireless carrier.
The Android Software Development Kit is an application that allows you to write and install software to your Android device. To install the SDK and use it with your Motorola Backflip, you will also need to install the Motorola USB drivers and Oracle Java Development Kit. Once you have the drivers and JDK, you can install the SDK manager, which will allow you to install the other SDK components.
A set of wireless headphones works by using a base station that receives radio frequencies and then sends them to your headphones via a wireless signal. The result is the ability to listen to your music, news and radio without the inconvenience of cords. If you use your wireless headphones around other electrical, wireless and radio devices, you might notice feedback in your audio. It's the result of radio interference, which can be remedied by addressing the devices causing the noise.
The Dualshock 3 and Sixaxis controllers used for the PlayStation 3 are also compatible with Windows-based computers. You can use the PS3 controllers to play video games on your computer, instead of using the keyboard or purchasing an additional gamepad. To use all of the functions available on the PS3 controller, such as vibrating feedback, you need to install the correct drivers. MotioninJoy regularly updates their drivers to use the PS3 controllers on a computer.
Subwoofers provide a rumbling bass reinforcement, adding a visceral experience to music and movies. Since bass is fundamentally a function of pressurizing air, adding a second driver to a subwoofer system makes that experience more powerful. Although concepts such as "better" are subjective, physics dictates that the bass will change in noticeable ways by using two subwoofer drivers instead of just one.
Microsoft Windows is designed to automatically detect, configure and install appropriate drivers for most hardware, including your Memorex DVD writer. However, the LightScribe capability of your drive may not be fully functional until you install the appropriate software. LightScribe provides all users with the LSS, or LightScribe System Software. Obtain any updates for your Memorex optical drive and then install the LightScribe software.
A Code 43 error message indicates that the Microsoft Windows operating system has stopped a hardware device because it has failed. Although the problem might be a technical fault with the hardware device, troubleshooting the device’s software drivers will often fix the problem. Troubleshoot a Code 43 error from the Windows Device Manager or by downloading updated device drivers.
The Kenmore 59946 Hood vent is designed to redirect air from your stove to outside via a ducting system. This model also allows you to adjust the blower discharge to the left, right or downward. If you have considered buying a Kenmore 59946, ensure you are aware of the installation specifications because they don’t make a perfect fit for every kitchen set up. You have to understand limitations for your tools, counter size and electrical connections.
The Motorola SB5120 cable modem requires a driver, software that allows it to communicate with a computer via USB ports. This modem, which can connect to the Internet with speeds of over 1,000 Kbps, allows you to install drivers using a setup CD or downloads from the Internet. Once installed, you can configure the modem's settings to improve network connections and Internet security.
If you recently found the unremovable "N.O.V.A." game on your Android phone, you don't have to worry that you were hacked. The game installed on your phone as part of a firmware update from Sprint and HTC. If you have a different carrier and Android manufacturer, you can remove the game.
Updating the software on a Sanyo Mirro maximizes the performance of installed components such as the Bluetooth connection, messaging and Web browsing. Updates for the Code Division Multiple-Access phone can either be installed manually or automatically. Sanyo Mirro connects using 800/1900 megahertz frequencies. The phone doesn't have a standard operating system, so you must connect to an online server and update its software whenever necessary.
The International Motor Contest Association, or IMCA, is an organization that promotes auto racing events. Only a handful of particular types of cars are allowed to be raced under the IMCA -- one of which is the Modified. The Modified is a GM Chevelle race car that has an open wheel front and a closed back end, similar to a stock car. This car is found in the top division races of the IMCA. People who are interested in building for the IMCA Modified must familiarize themselves with the association's rules.
