Format a Hard Drive for Windows 7

What You Need to Format a Hard Drive for Windows 7

Let's go over the things you need to get this job done. First of all a computer running Windows 7 in my case it's a laptop, second of all, an external hard drive and of course you're also going to need a cable for connecting these two things.

Find Disk Management

First of all, in the Windows environment, it should show you that the drive is there. However, for what we're doing today we have to enter another realm of the computer. So follow along with me. We're going to go to the start menu, we're going to go over to computer, right click and click on Manage. That's going to bring up a dialog box that says computer management on top. Now what you want to do is click on "Storage" and now "Disk Management." And now the hard drive should appear right there on the list. You're going to select it and right click on it and select format. Once you select format, it's going to give you a few options. It's going to give you an option to name your drive, I'm going to name it Ron because that's my name. You can call it whatever you want.

Which Format to Choose

I always recommend with Windows to use the MTFS option. It's the best kind of disk encoding and it makes sure that these files will be available for you whatever kind of system you're using. Now perform or quick format- this is kind of your choice. It depends on how much you use this drive. A really thorough format is going to clean it off really well. A quick format is going to erase everything and make sure that it's clean enough to put more data on.

I'm going to go with A. not quick format. So I'm going to uncheck that box. Now it's going to give you a next, click that, it's going to ask you if you're sure you want to format, yes. If you want to double check, just click on start, then computer, you should see the hard drive there in the hard drive list. And I have 250 GB of available space that I'm going to put my vacation pictures on.

How to Disable Windows Startup Programs

First Step for Disabling Windows Startup Programs

The first thing you're going to have to do is to click on the Start button. You're going to simply type into the search "MSCONFIG". You're going to see MSConfig come up, you're just going to click on that.

Second Step for Disabling Windows Startup Programs

You're going to go into the Startup tab. After you've seen all of the programs that start up when you turn Windows on, you can now uncheck the programs that you don't want to start up. If your computer is running slow, you're probably going to want to uncheck as many of these programs as possible to make your computer run faster. But, when unchecking some of these boxes, you might want to check on Google first to see exactly what the program does. Make sure, before you uncheck anything, you know what it is.

Third Step for Disabling Windows Startup Programs

Once I've unchecked it, I'm going to click "Apply" and now I'm going to click "OK." You're going to need to restart before Windows recognizes the change. So I'm going to click that now. And now my computer is restarting. When it reboots, it will no longer open up with the programs that I just unselected.

Dell Alienware M18X R2 With Ivy Bridge Specs Leaked

Though there has been no official announcement yet, the upcoming Alienware gaming laptop M18X R2 have been leaked by Dell Lab which has been known to provide reliable information in the past. The amazing looking laptop will offer the option of three Ivy Bridge mobile CPUs, the i7-3610QM, 2.3GHz, i7-3720QM, 2.6GHz and i7-3820QM, 2.7GHz. To power the 18.4-inch Full HD LCD White-LED Glossy screen, users can decide between the dual Radeon HD 7970M Crossfire or dual GeForce GTX 675M SLI mobile graphic cards. A third option, GeForce GTX 660M is said to be available but as of now it is still unknown if it will be in SLI or just a single card setup. For the equally important memory, potential purchasers can choose between DDR3 1600MHz in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB or DDR3 1866MHz at 2GB.

Alienware M18X R2

As for the storage capabilities, users will be happy to know that the M18X R2 is offered with a wide variety of options from standard hard drives to the newer Solid State Drives (SSDs). You can choose from either a 500GB 7.2K 2.5-inch HDD or 750GB 7.2K 2.5-inch HDD and if you want an SSD, the options available include a 256GB/512GB Samsung PM830 (SATA3, 7mm, 2.5-inch), 32GB/64GB Samsung PM830 (SATA3, mSATA) or 512GB Micron C400 (SATA3, 7mm, 2.5-inch) On top of that, the gaming laptop will also proffer a Wireless HD card which is optional, a 240W or 330W AC adaptor and the color choice of either red or black. If you have been looking forward to the specifications for the upcoming gaming laptop, this is all that has been leaked for now. But do stay tuned to Ubergizmo and we will be sure to let you in on any further developments.

Alienware M18X R2 - Even more info

AC Adapter options:
240W and 330W

GPU options:
2x Radeon HD 7970M (CrossFire)
2x GeForce GTX 675M (SLI)
GeForce GTX 660M (not sure if it's going to be offered as a single card or in SLI configuration)

Wireless HD (WiHD) Card - optional extra for both M18X R2 and M17X R4.

LCD: 18.4" FullHD LCD White-LED Glossy...sorry, still no RGB-LED offered on this model.
Also, it's still "stuck" at FullHD (2MP) resolution. They're not even trying to compete with the New iPad 3MP screen.

CPU options:
Ivy Bridge i7-3610QM,2.3GHz
Ivy Bridge i7-3720QM,2.6GHz
Ivy Bridge i7-3820QM,2.7GHz

HDD Storage options:
500GB 7.2K 2.5"
750GB 7.2K 2.5"

SSD Storage options:
256GB / 512GB Samsung PM830, SATA3, 7mm, 2.5"
32GB / 64GB Samsung PM830, SATA3, mSATA
512GB Micron C400, SATA3, 7mm, 2.5"

RAM options:
2GB / 4GB / 8GB, 1600MHz
2GB 1866MHz

Dell Alienware M15x might be discontinued

Word on the street has it that Dell might just discontinue its Alienware M15x gaming laptop, as the portable gaming machine has already been caught missing on both the US and Australian Dell website. Some theories floating around at the moment do point towards Dell freeing up space so that the updated lineup of Alienware R3 gaming laptops, such as the recently released Alienware M11x, M14x, and M18x, will be able to continue where the M15x left off – but that would just mean a 15.6″ option might no longer be on the market for the masses, with gamers having to choose between a 14″ or 18″ screen size.

Dell Alienware M15x

Dell has yet to step out and make any official announcement concerning the future of the M15x, and for folks who have not given up hope on getting this soon-to-be classic gaming notebook, you can always check it out at your brick-and-mortar Dell outlets as well as refurbished online stores. Just for your information, the M15x R2 will ship with the first generation Intel Core i7-740QM processor, 4GB of RAM at the very least, a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M graphics chipset and a Full HD display.

Dell Alienware M18x officially announced

After being discovered on the Dell Alienware Canada website last week, the mega-sized gaming laptop, the M18x, has been announced in the US. Dell has labeled the M18x as the “most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop in the universe,” and as seeing how there aren’t too many 18″-sized laptops available on the market, they’re probably right.

Dell M18x

The flagship gaming laptop of the Alienware family are packed chockfull of the latest hardware with one focus in mind – to run the latest games at blazing speeds. The M18x will offer dual-graphics technology and the industry’s only Intel Core i7 Extreme CPU option factory overclocked to 4GHz. With wireless HD audio and video for latency free to larger screens and HDMI 1.4 for connection to 3D-capable HDTVs – you can expect to be in for a treat if you bought the laptop to game or watch your favorite 3D movies.
The M18x includes:

• An 18.4-inch FHD WLED 1080p display for the best visuals possible
• Powerful Dual GPU options with the fastest graphics memory (GDDR5) on all graphics options
• Both AMD and NVIDIA graphics options, in Crossfire X and SLI, respectively
• New Intel “Huron River” Architecture with a new factory overclocked Intel Core i7 Extreme Quad Core processor up to 4GHz
• Upgradeable to up to 32GB 1333MHz memory
• HDMI/Display Port output & HDMI-in
• Wireless HD & 3D output options, delivering low-latency high-def content wirelessly or output to 3D displays

A true desktop replacement, don’t expect the M18x to be anything but heavy though what it lacks in portability, it makes up for it in performance. No details on pricing or release date yet, but if the prices of their previous laptops are anything to go by, it’s not going to be cheap. Stay tuned for more details.

Alienware M14x from Dell Redefines The World of Mobile Gaming

Dell’s Alienware unit is at the forefront of news again, and just as we brought you word of the Alienware M14x gaming notebook making waves not only in Malaysia but Stateside (and possibly other countries as well), here is Dell with their official press release, delivering the M14x which will be accompanied by an enhanced M11x for more mobile gaming options for the discerning gamer.

Alienware M14x from Dell

The Alienware M14x is no slouch when it comes to gaming, and is touted to offer unprecedented power to the gamer on-the-go. Featuring second-generation Intel Core i processors that are capable of delivering the most immersive high-performance gaming experience you can possibly imaginable, why not check out the list of specifications in the extended post? As with any other self-respecting gaming notebook, the Alienware M14x will not start too cheaply, and neither is it out of range for the newbie gamer at $1,199 a pop, depending on the types of specifications you want to throw in.

HDMI 1.4 connectivity lets you hook up the M14x to 3D-capable HDTVs for incredible, lifelike 3D gaming, while SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports pave the way for up to 10x the speed of USB 2.0 connections, so make sure you have empty USB 3.0 hard drives to support this puppy.

• 14-inch WLED HD (720p) display standard (1366×768) or optional 14-inch WLED HD+ (900p) display (1600×900)
• Second-generation Overclockable Intel Core i CPUs with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
• Updated graphics featuring the NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M with up to 3GB of VRAM
• NVIDIA Optimus technology to extend battery life
• Up to 8GB of 1600MHz Extreme-Performance system memory
• HDMI 1.4 to support connectivity on HDTVs and 7.1 digital audio
• Audio powered by Klipsch (onboard speakers)
• Optional Intel WiMAX technology

Dell Alienware M14x Ready to Rock and Roll

Is your gaming notebook creaking so hard, that even to load one level in StarCraft II, it takes forever to do so? Well, isn’t that a signal of times to come, which is every geek’s favorite outing, or the guys’ equivalent of going out to the mall to purchase the latest handbag or pair of shoes? We’re talking about shopping for a new gaming machine, of course, and this is where you start to reap the rewards of having a good savings plan over the years to get a future-proof notebook.

Alienware M14x

Word on the street has it that the highly leaked Alienware M14x gaming notebook is already available for pre-order, with some spotting it first on Dell Malaysia’s site, where the most basic model is going for RM4,799 – when translated to the fast depreciating dollar, we will have to divide that by just three. Being of Alienware pedigree, you will obviously be able to tweak the specs accordingly if you want to (and your budget permits, of course), where you can pony up extra dough to get up to a Core i7 2820QM processor, 8GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M graphics with 3GB of DDR3 memory (and Optimus technology), and a 14″ display in either 1,366 x 768 or 1,600 x 900 resolution.

The new Android 4.0-powered Transformer Pad TF300T is a plastic-bodied tablet with a 10.1" 1280x800  IPS display aimed squarely at mainstream mobile enthusiasts on a budget. Inheriting the overall design of its predecessor, the more expensive aluminum-bodied Transformer Prime TF201, Asus' Transformer Pad TF300T is probably best described as a version of the company's original Transformer TF101, updated with Nvidia’s Tegra 3 SoC (hence the T at the end of model number).

Transformer Pad TF300T

Case construction of the cost-reduced Asus Transformer Pad TF300T consists of a sturdy ABS plastic shell (similar to the original Transformer TF101 tablet) available in red, white, and blue color options. In keeping with its mainstream-oriented design, the Transformer Pad features a slightly lower-clocked version of Nividia's Tegra 3, the platform used to power Asus' flagship Transformer Prime TF201.

Transformer Pad TF300T

Physically, the Transformer Pad TF300T resembles Asus' Transformer Prime TF201, featuring nearly identical attributes aside from its weight and thickness. At 1.39 pounds, the new ABS-cased TF300T is about one-tenth of a pound heavier than the aluminum TF201, but it also weighs about one-tenth of a pound less than the TF101 it replaces.
The Transformer Pad's heft puts it in the middle of the pack, based on the table above. After spending significant time with Apple's iPad 3, we're convinced that 1.4 pounds is a meaningful threshold. Tablets that cross it are noticeably less comfortable to hold for extended periods of time. Although the plastic TF300T is lighter than the iPad 3, we still feel spoiled after having just reviewed Asus' lighter flagship tablet last week.
Employing a plastic shell introduces certain dimensional changes compared to the TF201 we liked so much, though. Additional curvature in the ABS frame makes the TF300T slightly thicker than the TF201, but a fraction of an inch thinner than the original Transformer TF101. This extra thickness translates to a tablet that's easier to grasp, even if it imparts a chunkier profile compared to the svelte Transformer Prime TF201.

Transformer Prime

The Transformer Pad TF300T’s layout is similar to its predecessors, employing ports and buttons located in the same places, which facilitate a smooth transition for users familiar with other Asus Tablets.

Transformer Prime Tf300T

While it's true that Asus' Transformer family shares a common design heritage, the TF300T takes a number of cues from the higher-end TF201. Trace your fingers over the TF300T’s micro-texture outer case finish, for instance, and you discover the same circular weave pattern we pointed out in last week's story, except that it's molded in plastic instead of etched into aluminum.
Aside from utilizing ABS plastic instead of aluminum, the Transformer Pad TF300T has several other features worth highlighting, including:

• Nvidia's Tegra 3 SoC with LPDDR3
• Android ICS 4.0 operating system
• An improved rear-facing 8 MP camera with a fast F2.2 lens aperture
• Asus SonicMaster audio
• 8 GB of Asus WebStorage (for life)
• Polaris Office 3.0, SuperNote 1.5, App Locker, App Backup, MyLibrary, MyNet, and MyCloud

Bundled software is an important part of a tablet's user experience. However, the brief time we had with the Transformer Pad TF300T before the launch forces our focus on the hardware at the expense of the bundled software, which we might cover at a later date.

ASUS Transformer TF101 to get fix for ICS bugs

While a lot of people waited patiently for the ASUS Transformer TF101 to receive its Ice Cream Sandwich update, quite a lot of people were unhappy when it finally arrived. In addition to updating the tablet’s operating system, it introduced quite a number of bugs such as random reboots, lock-ups while rebooting and more.

ASUS Transformer TF101

Well, it looks like salvation is on its way as ASUS has announced that a fix is on its way and should be arriving next week or so.

There was no explanation to what caused the problems, but here’s to hoping it’s not a serious issue. In the meantime, Transformer TF101 users will just have to bear with the aforementioned problems until the solution arrives. We’ll keep you posted when it does. How many of you have been having problems since the Ice Cream Sandwich update?

ASUS Rolling Out Bug Fix For The Transformer TF101

When ASUS released the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for the original Transformer TF101 tablet, you’d expect TF101 owners to celebrate and rejoice, but unfortunately that was not the case. As we had reported earlier, there have been many reports where TF101 owners experienced a variety of bugs and issues post-update, such as random reboots, lockups while rebooting and more.

Transformer TF101

Well the good news for TF101 owners out there is that ASUS has finally issued an update that should take care of the issues. The update is rolling out now so make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the update notification when it arrives! While we can’t confirm if this update will address those issues, we’d like to hear from TF101 owners who have received the update and if it has managed to resolve their problems.

Asus Transformer Prime (TF201) Owners to Receive GPS Dongle as a Solution

The Asus Transformer Prime might seem pretty decent on paper, but when you chip away at it, you would realize by now that this tablet comes with a flawed GPS as well as in select cases, Wi-Fi that does not work as intended. Well, Asus has decided that the best course of action at this point in time would be to give away a free GPS dongle for existing Transformer Prime owners. This GPS dongle will fit in nicely against the bottom of the Transformer Prime via the proprietary charger port, making it look as though it is part of the dock hinge.

Transformer Prime TF201

This bit of news came about after a leaked email appeared on XDA, and it has also been “confirmed” by an alleged tester of the GPS dongle. According to the email, “We will be releasing a dongle shortly that will address the GPS function and be a fully usable GPS that will lock onto many satellites and keep their lock with Wi-Fi active. GPS dongle will be provided for free when it arrives. ETA is mid April for this and we are setting up a process for it. We will inform you once the process is complete and the dongles here. It will look similar to the hinge from the dock. Where it will be a flush fit on the bottom of the unit if held in landscape matching the color of your Prime chassis.”

While the grammar is rather questionable, the whole idea of a GPS fix via a dongle might just upset Transformer Prime users even more, since it would mean the lack of a plugging dock when you need it, and it adds more overall bulk to boot. What do you think?

Upgrade Your CPU

Upgrading your CPU can be a frustrating experience, even though the physical acts of removing an old processor and installing the new one are pretty easy. The more difficult questions to answer are these: When is the right time for me to upgrade a CPU? What processor will give me the best bang for the buck? Complicating the matter for Intel CPU users is the plethora of socket formats that may be involved. At last count, Intel had four active socket formats for desktop PCs: LGA775, LGA1366, LGA1155, and LGA1156. While LGA1156 will probably be superseded soon, the other three are likely to be with us for some time--though LGA775 will probably be relegated to budget-oriented machines and, over time, phased out as well. Even if you're dealing with a current-generation system, you have two possibilities: LGA1155 and LGA1366. This means that if you're contemplating a significant, generational upgrade for an Intel CPU it likely involves a motherboard upgrade.

Intel CPU LGA1366

AMD users are in a little better situation, but they, too, need to be careful. AMD has been using variants of its socket AM3 since 2009. Older socket AM2/AM2+ motherboards can use some of the newer AMD CPUs, but at the cost of losing key power-management capabilities. Socket AM3 users can upgrade to all Athlon II, Phenom, and Phenom II processors.
If you've been looking forward to dropping in one of AMD's upcoming eight-core Bulldozer processors, however, the news is disappointing. Bulldozer will require a new socket, dubbed "socket AM3+," and it won't be compatible with older motherboard versions.

AMD K6-166ALR

Socket AM3+

One rule of thumb is to upgrade to a faster CPU within an existing socket format if doing so moves your computer two or three speed grades higher without overclocking. For example, if your PC runs an Intel-based LGA775 setup with a Core 2 Duo E6400 CPU, swapping in a Core 2 Quad Q9650 will boost your performance substantially--you'll get both a clock-rate boost and two more cores.
On the other hand, you need to pay attention to expenses, too: The aforementioned Q9650 costs around $340, whereas a much newer, faster Core i7-2600K CPU costs $330. The $10 price difference between the Q9650 and the 2600K could help pay for a brand-new motherboard to accommodate the 2600K.
Whether the processor you're upgrading is from Intel or AMD, keep these tips in mind before you start the installation process.

Disconnect all cabling and wiring that may be in your way: Make sure that you detach the connector powering the CPU cooling fan.
Carefully remove the CPU cooler: If you have an exotic or high-performance CPU cooler, read the directions or check the manufacturer's Website to ensure that you know how to reattach it. Some high-performance coolers have special mounting plates that mount under the motherboard. Take precautions to prevent the plate from falling away, or you may have to remove the motherboard to retrieve it.

Computer is Running Slow

Slow computerThis issue can be caused by any of the below possibilities.

    Not enough hard disk space.
    Left over programs and bad files.
    Data Corruption.
    Missing Windows updates / Outdated drivers.
    Computer is overheating.
    Corrupt OS.
    Bad Hardware.

Solution

Tip This page only cover an overall slow computer and not a computer that has a slow boot up.

Below are steps for Microsoft Windows users that should help speed up the computer or determine why the computer is running slow.

Reboot

If your computer has not been reboot recently make sure to reboot it before following any of the below steps.

Not enough hard disk drive space

Verify that there is at least 200-500MB of free hard disk drive space. This available space allows the computer to have room for the swap file to increase in size as well as room for temporary files.

    Determining available hard drive space.
    Regaining computer hard disk drive space.

Hard drive corrupted or fragmented
    Run ScanDisk or something equivalent to verify there is nothing physically wrong with the computer hard disk drive.
    Run Defrag to help ensure that data is arranged in the best possible order.

Background programs

Remove or disable any TSRs and startup programs that automatically start each time the computer boots.

Tip To see what programs are running in the background and how much memory and CPU they are using open Task Manager.  If you are running Windows 7 run Resmon to get a better understanding of how your computer is being used.

If you've got an anti-virus scanner on the computer, spyware protection program, or other security utility make sure it's not scanning your computer in the background. Often when these programs begin to scan the computer it can decrease the overall performance of your computer.

Scan for malware

Today, spyware and other malware is a big cause of many computer problems including a slow computer. Even if an anti-virus scanner is installed on the computer we recommend running a malware scan on the computer. Use the free version of Malwarebytes to scan your computer for malware.

Hardware conflicts

    Verify that the Device Manager has no conflicts. If any exist resolve these issues as they could be the cause of your problem.

Update Windows

    Make sure you have all the latest Windows updates installed in the computer.
    If you are on the Internet when your computer is slow also make sure all browser plugins are up-to-date.

Update your drivers

Make sure you've got the latest drivers for your computer. Especially the latest video drivers. Having out-of-date drivers can cause an assortment of issues.

Computer or processor is overheating

Make sure your computer and processor is not overheating, excessive heat can cause a significant decrease in computer performance some processors will even lower the speed of the processor automatically to help compensate for the heat related issues.

    What temperature should my processor be running at?
Dust, dirt, and hair can also constrict a proper air flow on your computer, which can also cause a computer to overheat. Make sure your computer case is clean and fans are not obstructed.

    Steps on cleaning your computer.

Memory upgrade

If you've had your computer for more than one year it's likely you're computer is not meeting the memory requirements for today. Today, we suggest at a minimum the computer have 1GB of memory.

    Determining how much RAM is installed and available.

Specific operating system basic troubleshooting

Basic Microsoft Windows XP troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows 2000 troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows ME troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows 98 troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows 95 troubleshooting.
Basic Microsoft Windows 3.x troubleshooting.

Or go through the other basic troubleshooting steps.

Run registry cleaner

We normally do not recommend registry cleaners. However, if you have followed all of the above steps and your computer is still slow try running a registry cleaner on the computer.

Erase computer and start over

If none of the above solutions resolve your issues, it is recommended that you either reinstall Windows or erase everything and then start over.

Old computer

If your computer is older than five years come to terms that it is likely the age of the computer that is causing it to be slow. Computers progress at an alarming rate as new programs and updates for programs come out their minimum requirements increase and will cause older computers to slow down. If your computer is older than five years we suggest purchasing a new computer or just realize it is going to run slow because it is old.

    How often should I buy a new computer?

Hardware issues

Finally, if your computer continues to be slow after going over each of the above recommendations it's possible that your computer is experiencing a more serious hardware related issue such as a failing component in the computer. This could be a failing or bad hard drive, CPU, RAM, motherboard, or other component.

Computer Inside Your Computer: How To Use VirtualBox

You've heard a lot about Linux and you'd love to try it out, but you don't know enough to take the plunge and install it alongside Windows - maybe you're worried you'll wipe all your files off in the process. Besides, you'd like to have another computer handy so that you can look something up if you get stuck, but you don't have another computer. This is it.

Or maybe it's the opposite. Perhaps you've taken a step out of your comfort zone and ditched Windows - maybe for Ubuntu, or maybe for Mac OS X. You feel liberated! No more Blue Screens of Death! You're living life on the edge, getting on with your work… and then you come to a screeching halt. You discover that a piece of software crucial to your workflow runs on Windows… and only Windows.

Whatever shall you do? Then somebody introduces you to VirtualBox. Suddenly you gain the power to conjure virtual computers out of thin air. They don't take up space on your desk, yet they work just like a real computer does. They can be conjured up and removed with little more than a few clicks. Intrigued? Also with this free guide you will also receive daily updates on new cool websites and programs in your email for free courtesy of MakeUseOf.

VirtualBox is a free, open source, cross-platform application for creating, managing and running Virtual Machines (VMs).
Publisher: Makeuseof.com

How to Overcome Bluescreen on Laptop

On a PC, unlike a laptop or notebook, you can easily perform an analysis of recent changes to your PC, especially in hardware. Unfortunately, the users who use a laptop it is very difficult to do, other than the stuff still under warranty, not everyone can easily understand the hardware, the hardware inside the laptop. But do not be discouraged in advance ... there are a few tips to overcome the blue screen ...

First, make sure the first menu you do not have safe mode crashes (this is if the latest drivers from the hardware that is not also loaded by windows). To be on safe mode, when the initial boot continuous press F5, then select safe mode in the options that appear, at the beginning of the display, you will be asked if you need to activate the menu system restore, select No to turn on system restore. Do a restore on your windows, how: Start> All Programs> Accessories> System Tools> System Restore. Choose a restore point is the closest. If you do not want to use the system restore on windows,

Addition to the above, the most appropriate way is to disable your hardware's drivers up to date. How: press Windows + Pause Break simultaneously to display your windows system properties, select the Hardware tab, select Device Manager to display the device manager. Disable hardware drivers that you install before the blue screen. Or do a driver rollback to restore the previous driver.

In some cases the BSOD, we absolutely can not use the laptop. To overcome this required a software such as Acronis True Image (can be downloaded for free on the internet) or similar back-up software. To make sure that before you have back-up your system first. Make a bootable CD media on your PC or laptop is your friend, then do the boot with the CD. Then do you restore the backup system.

In addition due to driver error, blue screen can also be caused by a virus / trojan disguised as the services file on the system, including smss.exe, winlogon.exe, services.exe and Isass.exe. To fix this try to track the virus / trojan by antivirus programs portable, run the antivirus program, but this time not from a removable storage such as hard drives or flash. Perform a virus scan through unremovable storage such as CDs or DVDs. This is why you need an antivirus portable, so you do not need to perform the installation process prior to your system that may have been infected by a virus / trojan first.

How to Fix Boot Failure

XE (Preboot Execution Environment) boot area is made by Intel. PXE allows a workstation to boot using the network interface before booting from local storage devices operating systems such as hard disks. If this message appears it is clear that there is a problem on your laptop hard drive.

 When the hard disk boot failure occurs, the computer will not boot up there are 3 messages that often arise:

    PXE-E61 Media Test Failure, Check Cable
    PXE-M0F: exiting Intel PXE-ROM
    Boot Failure: System Halted.

 The third message is referring to the same mistakes and will continue to recur every time we try to run a laptop, and will restrict access of data to the hard disk.
What causes it?
Hard disk boot failure in the case of PXE can occur for several reasons. The most common reason is physical damage to the hard disk because the hard disk is damaged or data cable / socket is not connected properly. This error can also occur if the computer tries to boot from the device and can not find the necessary boot files.
Errors can also arise because the BIOS (Basic Input / Output System) is wrong or faulty settings in the CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor). BIOS contains instructions on how the computer should boot process. BIOS can be updated or modified only with the BIOS update. CMOS contains the settings of your system and is supported by the CMOS battery. CMOS can be changed or modified by performing the CMOS setup.
Setup for BIOS and CMOS are the same, but the BIOS and CMOS on the motherboard is not the same. Here are the steps to access the BIOS and CMOS to help you resolve the errors.
Diagnose the cause and solution PXE-E61 Media Test Failure, Check Cable
It is important to isolate the cause of PXE-E61 Media Test Failure, Check Cable and then solve it. To do this, follow these steps:

    Open the hard disk and reinstall it properly, so that connections can be resolved logger. This usually happens on your hard disk or laptop replacement shake is very strong. If this happens on your PC, make sure the data cable is attached tightly to the hard drive.
    Make sure that no other storage device connected to your computer. If there is a storage device is connected, disconnect first and then test again.
    When you turn on your computer / laptop, please enter the BIOS to see if the hard disk has been set up correctly and detected in the BIOS. To enter the BIOS, follow these steps:
        Keyboard keys you should press to get into the BIOS varies depending on the model of your computer. On most computers / laptops are the most common is the Del key or one of the keys F1, F2, F10.
        Once inside the BIOS, try setting your BIOS to default settings to be safe. That might fix the errors that appear biased.
        If the CMOS setup shows the option to boot from LAN or other sources, disable this option.
    It is possible that errors due to physical failure if the hard disk can not be detected. If this happens, you will need to replace your hard disk.
Note: As far as my experience (your experience may be others), this problem is more often caused by physical damage to hardware caused PXE-E61 Media Test Failure, Check Cable.

Restoring Disabled Keys On Keyboard

If you’ve disabled a command key on the keyboard for whatever reason and decide that you want to restore it, it can be done quite easily. In fact, the steps for restoring a keyboard command key are much the same as assigning a new shortcut key to a command – the only difference is you will likely only be using a single key as opposed to a keystroke sequence.

1. From the Tools menu, select Customize…
2. In the Customize dialog box click the Keyboard… button
3. The Customize Keyboard dialog box appears
4. In the box under the Categories: label, select All Commands (or one of the categories if you know where the command is located)
5. Find and highlight the command name in the box under Commands:
6. Click in the box under the Press new shortcut key: label
7. Press the key you would like to restore
8. Click Assign and then Close
9. Click Close on the Customize dialog box

Note: If you would like to make the key command available only in a specific document, open the document and follow the above steps. Before you click Assign, select the document name from the drop-down box beside Save changes in:.

How to Overcome Laptop "Hang"

The main cause is that the laptop hangs access load exceeds the capability processor run on our laptops, one cause is using a laptop more than two hours without cooling pad / fan cooling, so that the temperature on the processor is high and exceeds the maximum limit that can be held processor. Keep in mind a different laptop with a PC in terms of room placement of components. Laptops will heat faster.
The fix, always use a cooling pad, especially if you use more than 2 hours. Another case when you use a laptop in place, air-conditioned, of course without the cooling pad is not a problem. Because the temperature of the room will automatically stabilize processor work. Do not often use the laptop without cooling pad in the long term as this will cause overheating processor (too hot) and then broken.
Reduce access to software in large quantities simultaneously. This will burden the working memory. Or if you work use many programs accessed simultaneously, perform the upgrade laptop memory.It means you must add memory capacity of your laptop. Because one of the symptoms hangs on laptops than on the processor is located in memory. Less memory or the memory is damaged causing hangs on the laptop.
Make sure the PC is listed on your laptop memory equal or close to (the closer the memory will be more support and employment would be the maximum), because if not the same, it will not support or even the more slow laptop work. PC in memory usually listed on the label ex PC4200, PC5300, PC6400.
Upgrade your antivirus and scan all your files so free from viruses. It's also one of the causes of your laptop hangs. Many viruses will damage the system and work against him. If a virus in your laptop a lot and more than 100 viruses, then the best step to reinstall your laptop.
Defrag HDD (hard disk) you, its functions to spruce up your files. The files also include many scattered one cause hangs on the laptop.
Perform defragmentation (defrag) only if you enter more than 1 GB sized files in folders. Do not be too often defrag the HDD because it will reduce the performance of your laptop HDD. Do it just for the final step.

How to Fix Touchpad on Laptop Cannot Scroll Down

Most laptops (if not all) come with a function key. You'll find one near the bottom left. The function key is labelled "Fn" and usually stands out from the rest - either the "Fn" is in a different color or the key as a whole. The function key works in conjunction with other keys on the keyboard especially the ones in the top row marked "F1" to "F12". The combination of function key with these keys lets you perform various tasks quickly such as shutting the screen, putting the computer in sleep mode, switching the wireless connection on and off etc.


The issue is actually your touch-pad driver. Yes, this sounds weired, while we all may think that a touch-pad has to work always, but this is not exactly right. Some programs may not want to scroll, f. e. because this is used for another function (like volume). Other programs need certain commands to scroll right (like smooth scrolling).

Have you downloaded drivers for your touchpad from the HP website? Maybe you will get less troubles with that if you got drivers from the manufacturer.

You may check mouse/touchpad settings: Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sounds > Mouse > select the last tab (usually it contains settings for a touchpad) > if you see there Settings button click on it > look for a settings related to scrolling.