Posts by Puddlejmpr

I've used PCMCIA/USB wireless in various configurations in my office and at home on at least 20 computers (laptops & desk units) with several different routers. I can tell you unequivocally that the internal Intel ProWireless card...

Ironside, I'm having the same problem. My battery is ~2 months old, reporting ~83% after full charge so I ran the BIOS battery utility. Now I have ~67% after full charge! I ran the BIOS battery utility a second time with the same...

Problem fixed, but not in the manner that I'd suggested. I found a vbs script at: http://www.annoyances.org/exec/forum/winxp/t1057386021 Worked a charm! Thanks for the suggestions.

Maddening, but funny in a way, I used System Restore to roll back my registry a month or so and I am able to see and use my CD/DVD drive again. Only, now I'm unable to perform Windows Update again... F'ing Windows... I'll sniff around...

Thanks. The drive is definitely fully installed in the slot. I checked the BIOS an the drive is listed. I didn't see anything unusual in the BIOS. Anybody know where the CD/DVD drive statement is in the Registry?

Thanks for the help. I downloaded RegScrub and ran it but to no avail. I'm packing it up for tonight, but will check first thing tomorrow for more suggestions...

I had some problems with Windows update, messed around with various "instant" cmd fixes, but to no avail. I was finally able to perform Windows update by disabling Automatic Update, then performing a manual Windows...

Chill, dude, they'll definitely take care of you.

Just purchased a Z71V 3 weeks ago. It way exceeds my expectations. My business partner has the 17" Apple. I now feel like I'm in first class again...

I just installed the 76.41 driver. I still have standby capabilities, but I don't have overclocking capabilities with this driver? Anyone know how to "unlock" overclocking?