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jar
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Message 31 of 88 (358902)
10-25-2006 10:52 PM
Reply to: Message 30 by Faith
10-25-2006 10:48 PM


Re: images
delete files.

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Taz
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Message 32 of 88 (358991)
10-26-2006 11:23 AM
Reply to: Message 20 by Faith
10-25-2006 5:17 PM


Re: Geek Exorcist wanted
Ever wonder why the weirdest computer problems always happen to people who don't know much about computers?

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Message 33 of 88 (358997)
10-26-2006 11:40 AM
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10-26-2006 11:23 AM


Re: Geek Exorcist wanted
Usually their problems aren't that weird; they just don't know how to describe them in the geek-familiar way.

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purpledawn
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Message 34 of 88 (385682)
02-16-2007 7:38 PM


Windows Installer
My windows installer isn't working correctly. It won't install.
One error I've gotten is 997: Overlapped I/O operation in progress.
I'm not sure how to progress with this, but it is annoying since I can't load programs.
I have Windows XP.
Any suggestions. Keep it simple.
Thanks in advance.

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Message 35 of 88 (385683)
02-16-2007 7:56 PM
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02-16-2007 7:38 PM


Re: Windows Installer
Try this out what is suggested here:Error Message: Overlapped I/O Operation Is in Progress

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Message 36 of 88 (385790)
02-17-2007 7:03 AM
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02-16-2007 7:56 PM


Re: Windows Installer
I checked that site before I posted. I don't have the Dcpromo.exe file.
So if that is the file needed for Windows Installer to work, then the next question is how to reinstall windows installer?
I haven't found a good solution for that either.
It's probably simple and I'm just not connecting the dots, but the solution is eluding me.
Thanks
PD

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Message 37 of 88 (385818)
02-17-2007 10:29 AM
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02-17-2007 7:03 AM


Re: Windows Installer
So if that is the file needed for Windows Installer to work, then the next question is how to reinstall windows installer?
If you still have your disc from installing windows click start menu-click run-type in sfc /scannow click okay. It should then compare the files to see if any are missing or corrupted and fix them.

six(sic)six

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purpledawn
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Message 38 of 88 (386290)
02-20-2007 6:18 PM
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02-17-2007 10:29 AM


Re: Windows Installer
Thanks for the tip. I tried it, but it didn't put the Dcpromo.exe file on the computer.
When I try to load some software I get the message:
The Windows Installer Service could nto be accessed. This can occur if you are running windows in safe mode, or if the Windows Installer is not correctly installed.
I haven't had any luck reinstalling the windows installer.
So still trying.
Thanks
again

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Message 39 of 88 (497391)
02-04-2009 1:48 AM


Using DVD's for data storage, and other questions
My vague understanding is that DVD's will hold about 8GB. Does anyone here use DVD's for data storage, and if so, are they reliable?
Second, I have an extra 250 GB IDE (I think) drive I'd like to put in my older (but not oldest) computer (but maybe Windows 98SE and a 250 GB drive is not compatible). What does it take to link two computers together such that I can use that one for file storage for another computer? Both are network ready. They are both 800 MHz machines, but one is running IDE type drives while the other is SCSI. Can one just run a cable from ones network port to the others?
For your amusement purposes, I currently have three computers sitting at my work station. Actually, the SCSI one can be switched between and boot of off two independent drives (There's a toggle switch on the front - only 1 drive is powered at a time). Essentially, it's an "internet" and a "no internet" unit. Two computers built into one case.
Anyhow, between the "four" computers, I can run Windows 3.1, 98SE, 2000, or XP. The one with XP is a major dog though. I also have an old Heathkit/Zenith in storage. It was souped up from running at 4 MHz to running at 8 MHz (a 8088 processor) and came with a 10 MB hard drive.
Bottom line - I'm just being a little computer goofy. Or something like that.
Moose

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Taz
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Message 40 of 88 (497398)
02-04-2009 3:37 AM
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02-04-2009 1:48 AM


Re: Using DVD's for data storage, and other questions
Min writes:
My vague understanding is that DVD's will hold about 8GB. Does anyone here use DVD's for data storage, and if so, are they reliable?
Um... why would you waste money on dvd's for data storage? And no, they hold 4.7 gig of stuff. Nowadays, external harddrives are cheaper than dirt if you buy online. Go to pricewatch to look for the cheapests of the cheaps.
Second, I have an extra 250 GB IDE (I think) drive I'd like to put in my older (but not oldest) computer (but maybe Windows 98SE and a 250 GB drive is not compatible). What does it take to link two computers together such that I can use that one for file storage for another computer? Both are network ready. They are both 800 MHz machines, but one is running IDE type drives while the other is SCSI. Can one just run a cable from ones network port to the others?
Good god, how old are your computers?
The easiest thing for you to do is buy an encloser and turn your internal harddrive into an external harddrive. Then all you have to do is plug it into the usb thingy. An encloser costs like 10 bucks.
PS Don't use your dvd-r's for data storage. But if you must, you will see in a few months why I'm discouraging you.

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Message 41 of 88 (497401)
02-04-2009 4:01 AM
Reply to: Message 39 by Minnemooseus
02-04-2009 1:48 AM


Re: Using DVD's for data storage, and other questions
Yeah, like Taz said, get an external Harddisk. They're cheaper and more reliable in the long run.

I hunt for the truth

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Annafan
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Message 42 of 88 (497405)
02-04-2009 4:20 AM
Reply to: Message 39 by Minnemooseus
02-04-2009 1:48 AM


Re: Using DVD's for data storage, and other questions
My vague understanding is that DVD's will hold about 8GB. Does anyone here use DVD's for data storage, and if so, are they reliable?
Normal DVD is about 4GB net storage, double layer will get you 8+ GB.
Like others said, external hard drives are so cheap now that in most cases they are a better solution (just buy two if you want redundancy). If there are particular reasons to archive on discs (edit: like, if you don't have and are unable to add USB2.0, firewire or eSATA connections) , DVD-RAM is preferred over other types of DVD (you'll have to watch out if your DVD writer has the option to write that format, though). I don't have much personal experience, but most thorough tests of DVD burning quality point out that the reliability and durability depends on the *combination* of the DVD writer and the make of the DVD. That is, the manufacturers put a lot of optimization information in the firmware of the drive, and the quality depends on what makes of DVD they used to test etc. Basically the only way to know is to rely on extensive tests of combinations of drives and DVD makes by computer magazines.
Depending on your needs, you might also consider (additionally?) free online storage services like those of Microsoft, Google (coming soon?) and many others who's names I don't remember but will pop up in a google search or Wikipedia article.
Edited by Annafan, : No reason given.
Edited by Annafan, : added some stuff

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Message 43 of 88 (504780)
04-02-2009 10:05 PM
Reply to: Message 40 by Taz
02-04-2009 3:37 AM


File number and/or size storage limits?
The easiest thing for you to do is buy an encloser and turn your internal harddrive into an external harddrive. Then all you have to do is plug it into the usb thingy. An encloser costs like 10 bucks.
OK, I bought an external case/power supply/usb adapter thingy. But it was $40 via an internet source - It would have been something like $60 at the local Best Buy.
I'm using this external USB drive to store mp3 files. Lots of mp3 files. So far I've kept most of them in the root directory of the drive. The question now is, it there a file number or total file size limit to storing files in the root directory or any other single directory? Right now I'm at roughly 800 files and 4 or 5 GB.
I don't want to crash the thing and loose all this files. Of course an alternative is to back them up to dvd discs.
Moose

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Huntard
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Message 44 of 88 (504783)
04-03-2009 3:17 AM
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04-02-2009 10:05 PM


Re: File number and/or size storage limits?
Minnemooseus writes:
I'm using this external USB drive to store mp3 files. Lots of mp3 files. So far I've kept most of them in the root directory of the drive. The question now is, it there a file number or total file size limit to storing files in the root directory or any other single directory? Right now I'm at roughly 800 files and 4 or 5 GB.
I'm not sure, but I'd divide them up into seperate directories anyway. Make one "main" directiry named Music or MP3's or something, and then in that directory make several sub directories (maybe per genre of music?). That's how I'd do it anyway. It's also easier to find a single file then when you need it.

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Message 45 of 88 (504784)
04-03-2009 3:21 AM
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04-02-2009 10:05 PM


Re: File number and/or size storage limits?
like Huntard I'mp retty sure there is no limits to # of files stored in the root directory. I'd group them into a least one big catchall music directory just for neatness sake, but I'm kind of anal about that kind of thing.
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