Posts by PeteC2

Ormz, I do agree that there is enough "stuff" pre-loaded on these as to adversely affect performance, which is a drag. On the other hand, folks should keep in mind that any, and all of the pre-loaded software and...

That being the case, it would appear that the wirelss card (internal) is defective. Certain models in the DV6000 series have had that issue, and even if your notebook is past the normal warrany, you still may be eligible to have it...

Quote: Originally Posted by newchoice The problems I have had in the last 4 years with my presario r3000 are -worn out keyboard due to playing WOW to much (replaced on warrenty) -power jack problem where computer would...

qhn makes an excellent observation based on your description. In the power plan, if you go into the change advanced power settings, you can then go to the wireless options. You can choose between low-medium-max settings on both...

Quote: Originally Posted by dr/owned ^ Yup I have a friend with a Turion single core Compaq and he can still do the "normal" college stuff and play GTA:SA in his spare time. Yep, as a matter of fact,...

It sounds most likely to be the inverter board. This is something that you can repair yourself, if you are at all handy.

Quote: Originally Posted by [NFO]N0S do Not buy a 3rd party battery or ac adapter. they have a higher failure rate then the actual manufacturer's I agree. In fact, we once had a difference of opinion on this,...

I agree with drlouis. Replacing the keyboard really is not a particularly daunting proceedure, that is probably what I would opt to do. If you are still under warranty you might try contacting HP, but I am guessing that this would not...

Quote: Originally Posted by freddy12 I have an f730us lap top that I purchased refurbished on ebay. The first time I turned it on lcd was very dim. I purchased an inverter and installed it, however it failed after about...

Quote: Originally Posted by infinite08 I actually should have stated that they are shady based on the complaint posted... their customer service/quality control, tech support is shady because they tell you to do the same...