So the computer finally is showing it's age
Monday, January 14, 2013 by kona0197 | Discussion: WinCustomize Talk
It's taken me awhile to start this thread, sorry. I know this may end up in flame wars. Again I am sorry.
So everyone knows my situation. Well those close to me on this site do. My computer is finally showing signs of how old it truly is. Keep in mind my computer has a Pentium 4 processor so I am guessing this setup to be almost ten years old. The problem, even after a few friends helped me here with a new hard drive and more memory, is the rest of the system. The processor can't keep up with the newer operating systems. I'm having a hard time just running XP. Found out the other day my DVD Burner drive is almost dead as it will read disc sometimes and other times it will not. Monitor is on it's last legs as well. Hard to read anything and the brightness is going out. It's an old CRT Dell monitor that is almost as old as the tower.
As Starkers had told you this computer is my main way to communicate with the things that are important in my life. So I was hoping someone out there had a few newer parts I could install to extend the life of the machine a bit. Nothing special. I already have DDR2 memory and a newer hard drive. Just need a few other things.
So carry on. Discuss I guess.
Reply #122 Saturday, January 19, 2013 3:18 AM
Just to update also, all of what I promised has been ordered and will soon be at Konas, except I switched things a bit with the PSU, but he has one coming.So , no worries left on that. Thanks again to Stardock for the use of the forums for this effort, I know its been a long one,were almost done.
Your site is great for allowing these community efforts.
Okay, done now.
Reply #123 Saturday, January 19, 2013 4:20 AM
Sorry I haven't posted in awhile. I haven't been feeling well. Thanks for all your help guys!
Reply #124 Saturday, January 19, 2013 4:44 AM
I don't?
Gee.....maybe I need to wind up the rubber band a little tighter so my flashlight can see more. At any rate, DT....you worry too much. Been around long enough so that words don't bother me worth a s**t. You're a part of this family now so suck it up an have some jelly beans.
And don't go making no public apology. Buy a round of cold ones instead...like this.
Ya did good dude.
Reply #125 Saturday, January 19, 2013 4:56 AM
@ Kona.....It is my hope that all of this will bring a smile to your face and help you beat the bugs that are keeping you down. Feel better.
Reply #126 Saturday, January 19, 2013 5:04 AM
Well, get some rest, good stuff is coming and you will need energy. Off to work, have a good day all.
Thats me drooling at the thought of more moola. Overtime rocks, cause its always extra.So glad I had some when needed.
Reply #128 Saturday, January 19, 2013 2:50 PM
Any suggestions on where to look for a used or rebuilt monitor ,extremely cheap, I looked at Tiger, some dell site, and 3btech, not much there.
Reply #130 Saturday, January 19, 2013 3:48 PM
I don't mind a 13". Anything is better than this dinosaur CRT. As for cost of a bigger LCD I did a search and you can get one as low as $10 with free shipping if you do eBay. Otherwise they start at $60.
Reply #131 Saturday, January 19, 2013 5:07 PM
Never have, but if they take credit cards , I would love to help you out man, any specific link?
Reply #132 Saturday, January 19, 2013 5:42 PM
You would have to sign up with eBay. Most everybody takes credit cards. And when you buy it you would need to tell them to ship it here. Try this:
15" Monitors:
Sort the list by lowest price + shipping and buy it now then look for ones that have been tested and have free shipping. Should find a few no more than $30 dollars.
Reply #133 Saturday, January 19, 2013 7:32 PM
Kona,you should get a job finding stuff, your good at it.
I will confirm after the email, but:
You should be getting a 15inch e152FPB15"LCD with cord tested around after the 25th shipping claimed. So, unless you need cpu grease, your good to go, AND ENJOY.
Just FYI:
I would have spent 20 or 25 to send the 13 inch, got the 15 inch for 32 bucks, shipped. Now I do not need a box! [e digicons]:')[/e]
Reply #135 Saturday, January 19, 2013 7:46 PM
Yeah I am not sure if anyone is sending a CPU cooler. I thought someone was, could be wrong.
Reply #136 Saturday, January 19, 2013 7:50 PM
Just checked and the confirmation was there. You just have a long week or so of waiting now, hope it goes quick for you.
Reply #137 Saturday, January 19, 2013 7:53 PM
Is nobody sharing details.
You have a board, a heatsink and fan, and a case with a power supply, and now a monitor coming, relax, eat sleep wait enjoy!
Reply #138 Saturday, January 19, 2013 8:15 PM
Actually I am only aware of a CPU, board, PSU and monitor. I didn't hear any talk that a case and fan were on the way.
Reply #139 Saturday, January 19, 2013 10:08 PM
Different time zones, maybe some are sleeping or working or whatever. Patience grasshopper.
Reply #140 Saturday, January 19, 2013 10:14 PM
You have a board, a heatsink and fan, and a case with a power supply, and now a monitor coming, relax, eat sleep wait enjoy!
And a DVD RW already shipped. MOF, I can send tracking info, Kona, if I had your email.
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Reply #121 Saturday, January 19, 2013 3:08 AM
Well , I guess Uvah does not read between the lines
. I said might . I also told him, Uvah, I spent my wb subsciption money, and he responds, instead, buy OD, when I have spent the cash. I Went over board and got Kona a little something xtra and that put me back farther than expected, but I felt good the whole time, so not a complaint, HONESTLY, .
So, I actually was hoping we could pool together somehow and just send the 17inch from tiger.
So, if anyone wants to throw in a buck or two, we could probably get that in no time. I have a paypal, although I am not familiar with the process, or if someone more up to date on how it works, maybe we could pool that way. I know , times are tough for all , so this is just a thought, and not the first time suggested, but no pressure or reasons why not, just if you can, lets. I sit tight a bit and see what comes before I go collecting pop cans to do it alone, LOL.
I will have to not eat lunch at work for two weeks if I have to buy it myself, and I am skinny as heck already, keep me from perishing, please contribute!