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parition changes

Gail C — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:47:02 GMT

Hi, Gail.

You haven't given us any numbers. Like, how big is the HDD? How big were
the two partitions to start? How big are they now? How much is the
unallocated space between them? (Maybe we could guess that last answer if
we knew the old and new sizes of D:.

IF THE NUMBERS FIT, then you could create a new partition between D: and
G: - let's call it X:. Then copy everything from G: into X:. Then delete
G:. Create your new partition after X:; that's what used to be G: plus
unallocated space; we'll call it Z:. Then assign the letter G: to X:.
Final configuration: D:, G:, Z:.

For example with some random numbers; 160 GB HDD divided into two 80 GB
partitions, now shrunk to 30 and 40 GB, leaving 50 and 40 GB unallocated
spaces. Create 40 GB Drive X: between D: and G:. Move G:'s contents to X:.
Delete G:, leaving a single unallocated space of 90 GB ((50=40=10) + 40 +
40). Final: 30 GB D:, 40 GB G:, 90 GB available for X: or Z: or whatever
you choose.

There are many possible variations on this theme IF THE NUMBERS FIT. For
example, you could create Z: first, move G:'s contents there, delete the old
G: and create your new partition between D: and G: (Z:).

Give us some numbers and let us play some "What if?" with them.

RC
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"Gail C" wrote in message
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> Originally the 2nd non-OS disk contained two primary partitions fully
> allocated to drives D and drive G. I shrunk both and the unallocated space
> is
> separated by the second former partition (drive G). How can i get the two
> unallocated spaces into one area to format and create a new partition
> --
> thank you for your help

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Sidebar Gadget Problem

arico — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:25:08 GMT

am a sidebar gadget freak, ma whole desktop is filled with it. The problem that I am encountering is, these gadget keep on moving from right to left (hand) (only the once which are undocked ) the movement is very minor, and can be noticed only after few days, it takes place every time I start the laptop, I can accelerate the movement by restarting or shutting it down and starting it again continuously. I have to every time rearrange the gadgets.

How do I stop this automatic movement.

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Registry Errors, how to fix?

arico — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:05:26 GMT

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Thank You.

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"Peter Foldes" wrote in message news:uXCMcBuZKHA.5544@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> You don't. Just leave them alone as is. It will do not harm and will not slow down
> the system
>
> --
> Peter
>
> Please Reply to Newsgroup for the benefit of others
> Requests for assistance by email can not and will not be acknowledged.
>
> "arico" wrote in message
> news:D59ACFC0-8887-4601-9595-E1CACFFFAD9F@microsoft.com...
> On using OneCare registry Clean i get the following errors
>
> File type associations (4 errors, 0 skipped) Error Items
>
>
> HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Exp lorer\FileExts\.cda
> HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Current Version\Explorer\FileExts\.wmd
> HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Exp lorer\FileExts\.wms
> HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Exp lorer\FileExts\.wmz
>
> I would like to know how do i fix these errors
>
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>

Mouse HID Device driver loading twice

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:37:11 GMT

After much messing around, I Acronised back to the most recent (today), and
instead of uninstalling one of the hid drivers, I disabled it. Now it does
not load another copy of it. All is well once again.

"Bob" wrote in message
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> Addendum: I just finished using Acronis to take the installation back to
> when the mouse was definitely working and everything was pretty much
> pristine. I installed the Logitech disc and now it shows the Logitech
> driver and the hid driver. And the hid driver reloads with every boot.
> This really puzzles me since I don't know how the hid driver can be
> loading twice on the pristine copy. It must be a hardware issue
> somewhere.
>
>
> wrote in message
> news:_DZLm.32834$1g6.10475@newsfe10.iad...
>>I have a Logitech cordless MX-1000 mouse running with Vista Home Premium.
>>It has been working fine until recently (don't know what caused the
>>problem) and now the right button does not work in certain instances such
>>as getting the list of programs to show when clicking the Start button and
>>some download buttons in IE. I have opened Device Manager and find that
>>the hid compliant device driver under mice & other pointing devices has
>>the driver loaded two times. If I uninstall one of them then the mouse
>>works fine. However, upon booting there is always two of them there and
>>the mouse is not working properly. I suspect the driver is being loaded
>>twice somehow/somewhere but I have been unable to find where (eg: services
>>did not tell me anything nor did msconfig). Any wisdom on this out there?
>> Bob
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Driver problem

Coach Jon — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:57:01 GMT

Actually, it is a networking driver file involved with the peer to peer
tunneling protocol. Not all driver files are .inf's.

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"DL" wrote in message
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> Its an MS Win file, not a driver
>
> "Coach Jon" Jon@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:66CE1ECA-8F89-4F15-9629-EFD276C1C859@microsoft.com...
>> I've been having some issues with what I think is my driver. The info
>> from
>> the driver is:
>>
>> Driver c:\windows\system32\drivers\raspptp.sys (6.0.6001.18000, 61.50 KB
>> (62,976 bytes), 5/9/2009 5:41 PM)
>>
>> I experience significant lag spikes while playing any online games or
>> streaming any media via the internet. I'll be fine for a few minutes,
>> then
>> lag or significantly buffer for a few, then back to normal. Any thoughts?
>>
>
>

Device Driver Issue

Maurice — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:05:02 GMT

Have you recently installed any programs or downloaded anything?

"Maurice" wrote in message
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> Have used a digital camera for a few years. Until this week, Visat
> Ultimate
> has recognized the device. I am now prompted in a panel that appears to
> select the device from a list that only has the name Xerox. The only
> other
> option is to supply a disc... none came with the camera because it was
> buitl
> to be recognized. I did however try to point to system32. The required
> file
> is "ieuinit.inf" A search revealed that this file does not exist on this
> machine. Looking for guidance on how to proceed.

iTunes took over autoplay

djclae — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:34:21 GMT

I've searched for help with this specific problem but have found none. I
installed iTunes sometime ago to rip CDs, and really regret it. It took
over the autoplay for when an audio CD is inserted, and the system
completely ignores what I have set for the handler (Windows Media
Player). So today I finally got around to just completely uninstalling
iTunes, and it didn't fix the problem. Now the same thing happens,
except when I double click on the CD drive icon instead of launching
iTunes I get the message "Windows cannot access the specified device,
path, or file. You may not have the appropriate permissions to access
the item." Where is the registry entry buried that is causing this?

By the way, I hate iTunes. I never should have installed that. I don't
know why people like it.

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default folder

Bill Sauve' — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:55:36 GMT

Changing The Default Download Directory In Vista

http://www.lockergnome.com/windows/2...tory-in-vista/

"Bill Sauve'" wrote in message
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> Hi,
> I want to know how to change the default folder location of Windows
> Media player to the "Public Music" folder under the Public folder. The
> reason being is that I have multiple users on one computer, but we all
> would like to share the music I've downloaded to my library. I'm
> interested in setting the default download folder to "Public Music" then
> copy everything I have so far over there so all users can listen to the
> music.
>
> Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
>
> Thanks in Advance! Bill

USB CONTROLLER CORRUPTION...

oc9ine — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:21 GMT

Hi,

I have Windows 7.

Recently my little brother inserted a usb drive in which file and folder
are just garbled up. I checked but there was no virus. What happened
that windows usb controller system broke down, it was just reporting two
un-indentified devices and did not work and was refusing to detect even
my other usb devices other than usb drive.(I had to restore windows 7
from its backup image service-which saved me from a lot of hassle).

What was wrong.

Regards,

Oc9ine.

No Line-In, Aux, Mono, CD-Audio on Brand New Computer with Vista

queenjane — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:43:18 GMT

It might help if you would advise us the details of you computer.

Have you checked the driver you have installed. Did you just install the OS?
Can you got to the realtek website and download and install the right driver
for you system.

You didn't mention if you bought it retail. Go back to the store you bought
it from and have them fix it.

All these thing should be done and then report to us so we can help you if
everything above is unsuccessful.

Regards,
Bullwinkle

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>
> For some reason, when I go to the sounds folder in Control Panel and
> look at my sound devices, the only thing that shows is the built-in
> microphone.
>
> I have no line-in, aux, mono, cd-stereo, et cetera... those drivers
> just aren't there! Gone! I got this computer YESTERDAY and I can't
> edit any sound whatsoever unless it is recorded from my microphone. I
> am pretty p.o.ed. Why on earth would Vista NOT come with these
> drivers??
>
> I really need help on sorting out this problem. I am trying to edit
> sound files like .mp3s and .wavs in Audacity
> (http://audacity.sourceforge.net/), and since the only recording device
> I have is this stupid RealTek High Definition Audio Microphone, I can't
> do anything.
>
> (queenjane1235@gmail.com)
>
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nVidia BSOD nvlddmkm.sys

kidswithaids — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:20:20 GMT

Sorry. I was getting database error. Admins, delete this post!

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DVD RW Drive Problem

JamesJ — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:55:43 GMT

Hi, James.

I haven't checked out DVD drives, but I've had more than one HD maker honor
their 5-year warranty. One was a Seagate only a few months from the end of
the 5 years.

We used to hear the sad term "infant death syndrome" applied to electronic
components. Experience showed that if a device was bad it was most likely
to fail within the first 3 months or so of use. If it survived the first 90
days, it would likely run indefinitely, probably for many years.

But Richard's point is that when the drive is bad, no amount of griping or
hoping is going to revive it. Face the fact and take the appropriate
action. With or without a warranty, replace it. Otherwise, you'll still be
griping and hoping - and staring at a dead drive - six months from now.

RC
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San Marcos, TX
rc@grandecom.net
Microsoft Windows MVP
Windows Live Mail 2009 (14.0.8089.0726) in Win7 Ultimate x64

"JamesJ" wrote in message
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> I didn't check but I assuming these drive makers don't
> hand out 10 year warranties.
>
> James
>
> "Richard G. Harper" wrote in message
> news:#grjon4YKHA.1640@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> Drives can go bad whenever they go bad. Days, weeks, months, years. If
>> BIOS does not see it and all connections are known to be good, then the
>> drive has likely failed.
>>
>> "JamesJ" wrote in message
>> news:ezm8NtyYKHA.2164@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>>> BIOS didn't detect it either.
>>>
>>> The drive is 3 years old.
>>> Could it go bad in that short of time?
>>>
>>> James
>>>
>>> "GTS" wrote in message
>>> news:uJBMSqwYKHA.196@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>>>
>>>> "JamesJ" wrote in message
>>>> news:uzYGO$uYKHA.5852@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>>>> What would cause Vista x32 sp2 to all of a sudden not see my
>>>>> DVD RW Drive. I went to open it today and nothing happened.
>>>>> I checked 'Computer' and the device wasn't there. I checked
>>>>> BIOS and it showed as 'None'. The only option in the BIOS other
>>>>> than 'None' was 'Disabled'
>>>>> I opened my computer and checked the ribbon which seemed to be
>>>>> connected ok. After jiggling the ribbon and checking the other
>>>>> connections it now seems to be ok.
>>>>> Could this be a bad ribbon?
>>>>>
>>>>> James
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>> Yes, or it could have been a loose or dirty connection. It's also
>>>> possible that the drive may be failing and will act up intermittently.
>>>> Note the MS Fix mentioned is irrelevant. If the drive was not being
>>>> detected by the BIOS, it has nothing to do with Windows.
>>>

Use of Image Backup cd

Arico — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:54:00 GMT

"smlunatick" wrote in message
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On Nov 11, 6:14 am, "George Mathias" wrote:
> this backup would be of the complete operating system, so will this
> backup of my operating system work on another laptop of similar
> hardware configuration, what if I have given a password on booth as
> I have done now, will this help as a security? and yea I intend to
> do a backup on DVD around 5 of them.
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> --------------------------------------------------
>
> "Michael Walraven" wrote in
> messagenews:567AE914-A606-422B-BA4B-A1FB02EB910A@microsoft.com...
> > That is going to be a LOT of CDs, those CDs could be used to
> > restore onto
> > another computer. That restore may not work depending on the
> > differences in
> > hardware. If your concern is security (access to the files) then
> > know that
> > the restore will permit access to the files. EFS (encrypted)
> > files/directories may be protected depending on the encryption.
> > Depending on
> > the backup program used the CD's themselves could be used to
> > access files
> > without restoring to another computer.
>
> > "Arico" wrote in message
> >news:77FFB358-BD76-4521-901B-03C6DB82047D@microsoft.com...
> >> Hi I would like to know if I make a full image back-up cd of my
> >> laptop
> >> will any one else who gets hold of this cd or back-up disk be
> >> able to
> >> booth in another pc or laptop, and access my files in their.
>
> >> in short can a backup disk be used in another pc or laptop.
>
> >> --
> >> George Mathias

Backing up to ROM (read only media) would be almost useless after a
few days. Incremental back ups to a remote hard drive would be better
suited.

Screen dim and flickering

Daydream — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:51:27 GMT

Hi,

When I let the computer sit for awhile or I turn it off for the night,
when it comes back on, the screen stays dim for a bit, then starts to
slowly flicker and then it flashes quickly and then becomes bright and
normal. It stays bright and normal until the next time it puts itself to
sleep or I shut it down for any real length of time. Sometimes it stays
dim and/or flickers for a longer time period than others. Using the
computer seems to make it go faster, but when the flashing starts going
hard and fast, it hurts my eyes to look at it.

Thank you in advance for your time and any advice you might have for
me.

Melissa

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Daydream