Posts by Time-Pilot

Use a simple volt meter set on DC to check the power coming out of the AC adapter, if it fluctuates then it's probably on the way out. Now if it's not the AC adapter it could also be the DC/DC converter board inside, this would require...

Quote: Originally Posted by pyro_dragun If I am looking to get a 1080p screen in the 37-42 inch range, would LCD be the best way to go in this case? Also, I DO care about changing bulbs every few years, since it really...

Quote: Originally Posted by TheKittenEater Do you know how long it takes for them to replace? As in if a tech comes to your house and does the job? Or if you have to send it in? If they come to house or...

If it's under warranty then you need to call Dell and have them replace the hinges, it only gets worse. If it's not, order the hinges from Dell and replace them yourself, it's not a big deal to do.

I would hate to recommend that you part with such a nice machine, however if you do, you should consider using the NBF for sale/wanted forum before Ebay. selling a laptop on Ebay can be a terrible...

I paid $100 for an Xbox with 11 games, two controllers and the HD link cable. It was on Craigslist.

Heat can also be an enemy, proper router placement is key.

I just stumbled on this thread today, and I find the amount of mis-information astounding. I have/had one of the first DLP's every available, it was a 52" LG, and if you have been following my ordeal in OT you know that after three...

Quote: Originally Posted by DarqHelmet Thank you so much. I am going to start loooking right now. Darq, use this: http://hfslip.org/special.html HFslip will allow you to slip your drivers and many...

Lift the keyboard and remove the CMOS battery if possible, this can be a fast fix for a messed up laptop.