The upgrade and reuse
I rebuilt a computer which is now suitable for windows 7, and I want to use my front disc with windows xp on an old computer. Can I enter a different computer with the xp disc, or could I take the hard drive with the operating system xp and put it into the old computer, then load windows 7 on that rebuilt?
If the version of XP to use on the old computer is a "commercial" version the best thing to do is a clean install on the old computer. If you have an OEM version then it cannot be used because it is always linked to the first computer on which it was installed.
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Error 651 PPPoE VPN connection after the upgrade and reboot
I have Win7 and a PPPoE VPN connection working perfectly well until tonight after the upgrade and reboot, the VPN just stopped working and gives an error code 651. I have nothing newly installed. What was wrong?
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I'm currently running Vista, 32-bit. I am considering upgrading to Windows 7. I ran the report Upgrade Advisor and he said "Mozilla Firefox 20.0.1 must be uninstalled before the upgrade to Windows 7. You will be able to reinstall it after upgrading to Windows 7. "This seems inaccurate info, based on the Firefox site, but I want to check what I have to do before you start the upgrade. Leave Firefox installed and in place when I update or uninstall and reinstall then after the upgrade?
Hello herplaw, you're right, this doesn't look good - firefox will work fine on windows 7. I leave it installed and to proceed with the update. in any case (if you need to reinstall it later), you can also save personal information that is stored in your firefox profile before continuing: back up and restore the information contained in the profiles of Firefox
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How can I stop Firefox automatically upgrade? My college online is not compatible with the upgraded version. I have to keep a new uninstall and reinstall the old.
Tools > Options > advanced > update
Uncheck the box automatically updates to Firefox.
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WinXPsysytem: The upgrade and have questions
Have a dell e521 that I train and some questions. Have already updated to 3 GB of memory on x 86 operating system. Bios version active what 1.1.6 4/7/2007. Have checked Dells site and they offer a version of bios 1.1.11 released on 04/09/2007. Having checked their previous versions and mine is not yet in there. Don't know if I should go with the 1.1.11 version or stick with what is on mine, any suggestions? Also, I put in a 500 GB seagate HDD. Have a 80 GB drive there now which is pretty maxed out. Playing with the idea to put xp pro on the 80 GB and using the programs and storage 500 GB. I would like to know if it's a good idea or not! Could use pointers and how much others who have more experience I have of course on my best options for installation. for performance and features. Thank you in advance, Ron.
It's sad to say, you should probably have spent your money on a new computer rather than on the RAM and a new hard drive. Windows XP (you posted in a forum of Windows XP, that's what I assume you have) will be supported is no longer starting in April 2014. This means no more security updates and therefore increases the vulnerability to malware.
That said, your system now-updated can probably support Windows 7. You must run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor to check the remaining material.
As you say, Dell does not list the intervening versions of BIOS with 1.1.4, 1.1.10, so unless someone at Dell or in the Dell forums can tell you what "improvements" in your version or with your version 1.1.10, you have no way of determining that. Based on omissions, I think there were only minor changes in these versions.
Normally, I would leave the BIOS alone. Note, however, that Dell "recommends" 1.1.10 be installed because
The update contains improvements or changes that will keep your system current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers and software) software.
If you want to stick with XP, I would leave the BIOS alone. If you want to install Windows 7 (assuming that there are Windows 7 drivers for all your hardware), I would Setup 1.1.11. Be sure to read and follow instructions carefully.
BTW, it's a little surprising that you only have a 80 GB drive. CNET review of the Dimension E521 said he came with a 320 GB drive. -
Original title: error upgrading and installation of iTunes 10.5 for Windows 6.
I tried all kinds of ways to solve this problem, but I can't seem to find a solution. This all started when I tried to update my iTunes to version 10.5. Then came the error message 7 on unidentified signature etc. I could not even run my iTunes more then. I started download iTunes again to repair and it just doesn't work. I don't have problems with the installation of my iTunes for the first time a year ago and upgraded whenever I allow it.
All other methods I tried to correct the error includes:- Uninstall iTunes completely and everything that it supports the programs and files (Quicktime, supporter of Mobile, Hello, Safari etc.)
- Download Quicktime separately after you have uninstalled it as suggested by other users in some forum.
- Update the frame Microsot.NET as suggested by the Apple Support site.
Manually started the installation of such Windows program suggested by one of the answers on this site:
a. click the Start button, and then type services.msc in the start search box and press ENTER.
b. Locate the Windows Installer service.
c. check that the status is started. If the condition column is empty,
d. right-click on Windows Installer, and then select start.
e. If you get error trying to force start the Windows Installer service, then try to change the Startup Type to automatic.
f. restart the computer.I have tried for at least 10 times and I have not yet set and am frustrated. Would be really grateful a solution to this soon.
Windows Version: Windows Vista Home Premium - Version 6.0 (build 6002: Servie Pack 2).
Thank you.
Hi Junetyl,
What is the complete error message you get?
Method 1:
You can see the article next to the Apple support and check if it helps.
Remove and reinstall iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
You can also consult the following article:
iTunes for Windows: "Error 7" message when you open iTunes
You can also try the following steps and check.
Method 2:
You can run scanning of the file system [SFC] checker on the computer that will replace missing or corrupt files & check if the problem persists.
For more information, you can consult the following link.
Method 3:
You can also perform a clean boot and check if you can install iTunes.
A clean boot to check if startup item or services to third-party application is causing this issue.
You can read the following article to put the computer in a clean boot:
How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7
After the troubleshooting steps, please refer to clean the boot link to put the computer to normal startup mode.
You can also get in touch with Apple using Arthur support.
Hope this information is useful.
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This is the update installed.
Update type: Important
A security issue has been identified that could allow an authenticated local attacker to compromise your system and take control. You can protect your system by installing this update from Microsoft. After you install this update, you may have to restart your system.
More information:
http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=179062
Help and Support:
http://support.Microsoft.com
It's crash results.
Signature of the problem:
Problem event name: BlueScreen
OS version: 6.0.6002.2.2.0.256.6
Locale ID: 1033
More information about the problem:
BCCode: d1
BCP1: 00000001
BCP2: 00000002
BCP3: 00000000
BCP4: 8056662A
OS version: 6_0_6002
Service Pack: 2_0
Product: 256_1
Files helping to describe the problem:
C:\Windows\Minidump\Mini021710-01.dmp
C:\Users\Robert B Benson\AppData\Local\Temp\WER-778569-0.sysdata.xml
C:\Users\Robert B Benson\AppData\Local\Temp\WER147.tmp.version.txt
Read our privacy statement:
http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=50163&clcid=0x0409
Some time after the closing of applications and stop, at startup, the system "says" there was an "unexpected", even if stop at the previous stop, 'things' seem close, hault and close.
Restore point:
Try typing F8 at startup and in the list of Boot selections, select Mode safe using ARROW top to go there > and then press ENTER.
Try a restore of the system once, to choose a Restore Point prior to your problem...
Click Start > programs > Accessories > system tools > system restore > choose another time > next > etc.
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If restore work not and you do not have a Vista DVD from Microsoft, do a repair disc to do a Startup Repair:
Download the ISO on the link provided and make a record of repair time it starts.
Go to your Bios/Setup, or the Boot Menu at startup and change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order, then reboot with the disk in the drive.
At the startup/power on you should see at the bottom of the screen either F2 or DELETE, go to Setup/Bios or F12 for the Boot Menu.
When you have changed that, insert the Bootable disk you did in the drive and reboot.
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial148.html
Link above shows what the process looks like and a manual, it load the repair options.
NeoSmart containing the content of the Windows Vista DVD 'Recovery Centre', as we refer to him. It cannot be used to install or reinstall Windows Vista, and is just a Windows PE interface to recovering your PC. Technically, we could re-create this installation with downloadable media media freely from Microsoft (namely the Microsoft WAIK, several gigabyte download); but it is pretty darn decent of Microsoft to present Windows users who might not be able to create such a thing on their own.
Read all the info on the website on how to create and use it.
http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/
ISO Burner: http://www.snapfiles.com/get/active-isoburner.html
It's a very good Vista startup repair disk.
You can do a system restart tool, system, etc it restore.
It is NOT a disc of resettlement.
And the 32-bit is what normally comes on a computer, unless 64-bit.
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If the above does not solve the problem, repost in the appropriate Forum:
Windows Update Forum:
It comes with Vista, upgrade install and activate Forum.
You will get the best help for any problem of Update/Service Pack in the Windows Update Forum; the link below:
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/threads
When you repost here, kindly include the Error Codes, and exactly what is happening when you try to update.
In this way, you will receive the best help.
See you soon.
Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner
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Install the drivers for the upgrade and clean
I ordered a drive to upgrade dell for my laptop that is currently on vista premium, do I need to download all the drivers on an external source before the upgrade?
In addition, my office is on vista Basic, I am not sure if I have to do a clean install or upgrade, will not lose all the drivers after formatting the hard drive to do a fresh install? or is there another good way to do it? or... it's just better for me to go with the upgrade option?
No, you will not have to uninstall Vista once you have upgraded to Windows 7. Windows 7 will be the only operating system on your computer. You can perform a clean install of Vista to Windows 7, but after installing Windows 7 in this way, you will have to reinstall all your programs, settings and files.
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I replaced the failed hard drive and then inadvertently loaded upgraded Windows 7 before I reinstalled Vista. Now I can't understand how to remove the upgrade to Windows 7, so I can install Vista.
Boot from the Windows Vista DVD
Click Install now
Accept the license agreement
When the option is displayed to select a type of installation, click (Custom advanced)
Click on drive Options
Select the disc/s click on Delete
Click new
Click on apply
Click OK
Click Format, and then click next to proceed with the installationor you can try this for Windows 7:
Skip entering your product key Windows 7 and complete the installation.
When you reach the desktop, click Start, right-click on computer
Click on properties
Scroll down to the Windows Activation
Click the link x days before activation.
Click on the link that says: "show me other ways to activate.
Enter the product key
Click next
Select the Activation of the phone
Click Next when you enter your key page
Select your country
Click Next, call the number listed
Be sure to explain your situation to the Appeals Officer.
They will give a confirmation ID, enter it
Click next to complete the activation.
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The upgrade and image quality [compare the elements to Photoshop]
Hello:
I've been using 6 items (yes I know, pre-historic) to edit and organize my photos. My collection of items has about 2600 images. Time to upgrade and I am convinced that Lightroom is the way forward for the organization. My question is for the Assembly. Almost all of my editing has been managed by the elements basic stuff. I wonder if I need the full Photoshop provided with Creative Cloud.
My first question is program Photoshop will produce a better quality in a picture if I did the same editing with my old Elements 6. There was an improvement in the image processing program?
Notice please.
Jim Rendos
Hi Jim
Camera RAW is certainly improved, the come of great change with PV2012 (process Version 2012 aka ACR 7) introduced with Photoshop CS6. Other changes have been made to Camera RAW, and Lightroom even more, but their impact on the image quality is zero (AFAICR). Of course, you'd have the same version of treatment with the recent versions of Lightroom if you take this route.
The difference between PV2012 and PV2010 are noticeable in the shadow and highlight recovery. Especially to hide him. You remember produces bad artifacts setting shadows / highlights. PV2012 allows you to push the bejazus from a RAW file while keeping things at least somewhere near sensitive. I've always hated the shadows / highlights and could never understand the fuss people do about it.
Who help me?
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The upgrade and installation of Adobe Acrobat
Hello
I have Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional on my PC (part of the Adobe Creative Suite 3 Design Standard - version upgrade). Although I'm not able to upgrade Adobe CS3 to CS6, I believe that it is possible to update Acrobat 8 Pro to the latest version. Most importantly, I want to install the upgrade Acrobat on a new PC running Windows 7.
The serial number for my existing Acrobat upgrade version begins with 1118-xxxx, although the registered version of Adobe Creative Suite 3 upgrade begins with a different suffix.
If I buy the upgrade to Acrobat 8 Pro, told me that I can put the new upgrade drive in my new PC and will be asked my previous serial number (1118-xxxx, etc.). Once this is all going to work on my new PC and I don't have any software on my PC's previous owner. Is this correct?
Thank you
Phil
You are unable to move suite-bundled versions standalones and who. Your serial number does not work. Is a "either / or", not "maybe / perhaps it could work".»» Save yourself the trouble, just get Creative Cloud.
Mylenium
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My question pretty much says it all. Don't know what you want. I have a Windows Vista and you use FIrefox for at least 4 years.
Hi rv7431, don't you worry - you already use firefox 22 which is the latest version available.
the message you see is probably just show up, because you are using google.ca/firefox as your homepage, which has only been maintained up to what firefox 3 and displays now the warning message that you have referred to as no. matter what browser version you are using. change the homepage of Subject: House to answer the question and get the current home page of firefox...
Edit: another thing that is directly related to your original question - you have two present addons, sounding rather malicious (My Web Search 1.1, Performance Cache 1.0). I recommend to Remove...
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I tried several times over a period of months, to modernize Foxfire, but apparently the application List.It I use is not supported by the upgrade. Then I have to choose between losing all the data on my list.it or uninstall the upgrade. Is this something that cannot be fixed at home?
This has happened
Each time Firefox opened
You have the latest version of the list.it (version 0.4.8.9.1)? This page https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/12737/ indicates that it is compatible with all Firefox 3.6. * versions.
Tools > Modules > Extensions shows which version. If it is old, click "Find updates" at the bottom of the Extensions window. -
Get the message; Windows cannot install the upgrades and error 80072EFE
As above
Hello
This rootkit has been known to cause this problem.
TDsskiller (Rootkit removal tool)
http://support.Kaspersky.com/viruses/solutions?QID=208280684Then, restart and check the updates.
To search for other malware use this online scanner:
New Vista and Windows 7 version
http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/Center/whatsnew.htm==================================================================
If necessary:
Run 1 SFC
Start - type this in the search box-> find CMD at the top and RIGHT CLICK – RUN AS ADMIN
Enter this at the command prompt - sfc/scannow
How to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program
generates in Windows Vista cbs.log
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/928228------------------------------------------------------
Then check out this article:
You may experience some temporary connection errors when you use Windows Update or Microsoft
Update to install updates<-- check this="">
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/836941Do these two and try updates
Description of the update tool of the system for Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, for Windows
Server 2008 R2 Release Candidate for Windows 7 Release Candidate
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947821/How to reset the Windows Update components? -a Mr Fixit
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058=============================================
If necessary you can incident free get reports however the above should take care of it for you.
Windows updates - free Incident report
Go here and click on-> Windows Update fails while searching, downloading or installation of updates
http://support.Microsoft.com/GP/wusupport#tab3The security updates, you can get free support Incident report
http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/resources/support.aspxI hope this helps.
Rob Brown - MS MVP - Windows Desktop Experience: Bike - Mark Twain said it right.
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The upgrade and the addition of material
Hello
This is my situation, I'm in music production, and I need to upgrade my PC to fit my needs. I'm looking to upgrade memory and RAM as well as the addition of firewire ports. The firewire port is very important because I need to connect an audio interface I. I know that I can get all these components, it is clear the fact that I don't know what is compatible and it would be better for me.
I know I should be able to get the 16 GB of RAM, which would be much more than the 6 GB it holds. I only NEED 1 firewire port, but having 2 would be nice.
I don't have a lot of money to update everything, so I'm trying to get what I need, and then I can save the rest.
HP-Pavilion p6716f
Windows 7 Home Premium
64-bit operating system
I have not upgraded the PC anyway, it is still stock.
Thanks in advance for your help.
You are welcome. Thank you for the additional information.
When upgrading memory, you must always match the memory that is already installed. Otherwise, the new memory may not be compatible. The motherboard of your computer is the Architecture Dual-Channel. Therefore, it is better to install matched sets. This is the memory that is recommended by Crucial. They make very good memory. In fact, HP uses their memory in a large number of their computers.
This is a Firewire card that should work for you. It has 3 external ports; (400 Mbps)-a 1394 and 1394b (800 Mbps). If you decide not to buy this card, it is a good example of what you need. You can watch other on Newegg to see what else is available.
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