Cloning = Defrag...? How?

Hi all,
A day of idle curiosity, apparently, and I was just wondering...
I have read here that cloning to an external, wiping the original and re-cloning back effectively defragments 'everything'. How does this work? To my way of thinking a clone is a clone is a clone, fragmentation and all.
How is it that DU, CCC or other back-up utilities 'know' to put that bit with this bit (or byte ) in the back-up so that the end result is more contiguous (if that is the right word) than the original?
Anyone care to elaborate, elucidate or otherwise educate?
I've no doubt that this may get a bit technical, I promise I'll try and keep up
Adrian

If someone creates and edits (i.e. modifies and re-saves) files *larger than 20 MB* (yes, MB), such as when working on videos, that need to be accessed with maximum speed then fragmentation can be an important issue. For the rest of us... well, instead of me rambling on, a 'Google' will give you masses to read about "Hot-File-Adaptive-Clustering" and related matters. As you say, there is a large disparity of views, but because many of the views reflect lack of knowledge, some reflect an ulterior motive, a prejudice or a 'gut feeling' or a 'feel-good factor', and some reflect experience of platforms other than OS X and HFS+, I strongly recommend that you start by reading what Apple themselves say, e.g. in
this short document.
I suspect that reading that might well make you decide to forget 'defragging' for ever ( ). If you want more info there is
a huge Apple Tech Note here
but you might only need to see a small section, "Hot Files", near the end to get a sense of what is constantly going on in the background as you use your Mac.
Many thanks for your kind thanks!
Andreas

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After Cloning database,how to add archivelog files for restore in oracle9i?

Friends,
I used to restore my oracle 9iR2 db from production to test server by cloning db method.
everything fine....im restoring by this method every week successfully.
i have restored my production db to test server yesterday successfully.
i want to restore today's data in the test server.
Now i have 13 archive logfiles. how can i restore these 13 log files to my test server?
is there any way to restore the latest archive log files without taking data file backup? or i have to do the same cloning db method for each time?
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i have restored my production db to test server yesterday successfully.So restored mean you have started/open database with resetlogs right?
If yes , then you can't apply remaining archivelogs to this database.
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Virag Sharma
http://virag.sharma.googlepages.com/

HD Cloning or how to copy full HD

Hello to all,
I have a Mac Pro with the 250 gb stock hard drive, I just bought 4 750 gb disk and I want to arrange them in a raid configuration, I know how to do that, the only problem that I have is that I don't know how to copy all the information from my old HD to the new raid, I read on another post that it is better to install all the applications again, but I really don't want to do that because it is time consuming and I don't have the patience to do an all programs installation again.
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Mac Pro 8 Core Mac OS X (10.4.10) 16 gb Ram, 2 30" Monitors

I don't know what your specific needs are. If you need the storage space then I suppose you make the most effective use of it by creating a large striped RAID with very fast 3 TBs of storage. If you can afford another four drives and an external case you can create another RAID to use as backup.
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Basic Backup
You can make a bootable clone using the Restore option of Disk Utility. You can also make and maintain clones with good backup software. My personal recommendations are (order is not significant):
1. Retrospect Desktop (Commercial - not yet universal binary)
2. Synchronize! Pro X (Commercial)
3. Synk (Backup, Standard, or Pro)
4. Deja Vu (Shareware)
5. PsynchX 2.1.1 and RsyncX 2.1 (Freeware)
6. Carbon Copy Cloner (Freeware - 3.0 is a Universal Binary)
7. SuperDuper! (Commercial)
The following utilities can also be used for backup, but cannot create bootable clones:
1. Backup (requires a .Mac account with Apple both to get the software and to use it.)
2. arRSync
Apple's Backup is a full backup tool capable of also backing up across multiple media such as CD/DVD. However, it cannot create bootable backups. It is primarily an "archiving" utility.
Visit The XLab FAQs and read the FAQs on maintenance, optimization, virus protection, and backup and restore. Also read How to Back Up and Restore Your Files.
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How Can I reconfigure or reinstall Discoverer 11 after cloning DB & EBS 12i on same host?

Hello,
I am running Oracle rdbms 11.2.3, EBS 12.1.3 & Discoverer 11i on the same host. I have just cloned DB & EBS from PROD onto TEST and found out that Discoverer (fusion) cannot be cloned. How do get Discoverer (fusion) to work? Is it easier to reinstall or to reconfigure the binaries I had before cloning of the DB and EBS?
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I have made the following changes and printing seems to work OK, full user testing pending - any feedback welcome ...
The sql below is renaming printers to reflect the linux print queues so for eg //its-printer/printername
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create table FND_PRINTER_r12bup as select * from FND_PRINTER ;
create table FND_PRINTER_TL_r12bup as select * from FND_PRINTER_TL ;
create table FND_PRINTER_DRIVERS_r12bup as select * from FND_PRINTER_DRIVERS ;
create table FND_CONCURRENT_PROGRAMS_r12bup as select * from FND_CONCURRENT_PROGRAMS ;
update fnd_profile_option_values
set profile_option_value = replace(profile_option_value,'\\kmprint','')
where profile_option_value like '\\kmprint\%';
update FND_PRINTER
set printer_name = replace(printer_name,'\\kmprint','')
where printer_name like '\\kmprint\%';
update FND_PRINTER_TL
set printer_name = replace(printer_name,'\\kmprint','')
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update FND_PRINTER_DRIVERS
set arguments = replace(arguments,'print /D:$PROFILES$.PRINTER $PROFILES$.FILENAME',
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update FND_CONCURRENT_PROGRAMS
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commit
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Cheers, Rob
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Recommended imaging/cloning method for Windows 8.1 system

Can anyone recommend a reliable way to completely image/clone a windows 8.1 based system?
I've tried 3 different methods with mixed success:
1. My old faithful method uses EzGIG-III, but the BIOS setting for boot configuration needs to be changed to CMS because the tool is DOS based. The cloning operation takes forever (~12 hours for my machine with a 750GB HDD that only uses 200GB). I've tried it twice. The first time I got a boot error when booting the clone, but Windows managed to automatically repair the boot issue. The second time I had no errors at all.
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3. Third method is the System Image utility that's built into Windows 7/8/8.1. It failed right away claiming the destination location had insufficient space for the image even though the capacity was much greater than the source. I'm working through this right now and am hopeful to get it working. The down side of this method is that two separate operations are needed; one to create the image and a second one to restore it. Also, I wonder if the image will include non-windows partitions (as in Linux dual boot).
I'd appreciate any positive stories about successful cloning / imaging.
Solved!
Go to Solution.

I've tried the free version of Macrium Refect three times. First time was from a bootable USB version and I don't recall any issue. Second time was from within Windows. When I swapped the drive and tried to boot the clone, the boot failed and I got a nasty error message about winload.efi missing..
I've had mixed results with cloning. But restoring from an image always works. If you want reliability, do it that way.
Third method is the System Image utility that's built into Windows 7/8/8.1. It failed right away claiming the destination location had insufficient space for the image even though the capacity was much greater than the source.
The down side of this method is that two separate operations are needed; one to create the image and a second one to restore it.
Also, I wonder if the image will include non-windows partitions (as in Linux dual boot).
1. That problem occurs because the perverse backup program wants to write to each partition on the drive being imaged. See this thread for the fix.
Cant backup 8.1 using system image backup! Error 0x80780119
2. As I said, I've found imaging to be more reliable than cloning. How often would you restore? We image all our computers daily (3am) and retain images for ten days.
3. The image includes all the partitions on the disk - at least mine does.
In case you want to use the built-in imaging program, I can give you a shortcut to it in Windows 8.1.
-Jerry

Reverting to my cloned system

I have a bootable copy of my HD saved to my laci drive from about a month ago. Earlier today tiger ate my clock and refuses to give it back. Disk Utility freezes and won't repair. When I boot off laci, everything works perfectly. How to I get rid of the clock-eating version of tiger and replace it with the clone on my laci drive?
Better yet, since I know where the corruption screwing everything up is, is there maybe a way I could just replace those files with the uncorrupted ones on my laci drive? The problem is in the core system files (I'll look and see if I can pinpoint which one).
Anyway, which would be easier? I have a lot of new files created since this clone and backing them all up to revert the system will be a real pain in the behind. Then again, I hesitate to begin playing with anything called 'core system files'.
IMac duo-core 1.83ghz intel Mac OS X (10.4.4)

You can clone your backup to the main drive in the same way you cloned to the backup. You will have to erase the main drive before cloning.
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1. Open Disk Utility from the Utilities folder.
2. Select the backup or destination volume from the left side list.
3. Click on the Erase tab in the DU main window. Set the format type to Mac OS Extended (journaled) and click on the Erase button. This step can be skipped if the destination has already been freshly erased.
4. Click on the Restore tab in the DU main window.
5. Select the backup or destination volume from the left side list and drag it to the Destination entry field.
6. Select the startup or source volume from the left side list and drag it to the Source entry field.
7. Double-check you got it right, then click on the Restore button.
For added precaution you can boot into safe mode before doing the clone.

Doubt in cloning

Dear all,
Our production database is in archive log mode and we will take RMAN backup daily and cold backup weekly. After taking cold backup and creating a new instance with cold backup using rapid clone, the new instance doesnot have archive log mode set in initSID.ora file, could some one explain the reason.
Environment R12.1.1, db 11.1.0.7, Linux
Regards,
Charan.

After taking cold backup and creating a new instance with cold backup using rapid clone, the new instance doesnot have archive log mode set in initSID.ora file, could some one explain the reason.This is an expected behavior as Rapid Clone does not enable archivelog mode by default and you will have to enable it manually once you are done with the cloning.
How to Turn Archiving ON and OFF in Oracle RDBMS [ID 69739.1]
Thanks,
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The add-on "Expire history by days" doesn't work for me. How to make firefox remember my history for longer?

Hi, With the recent updates firefox no longer keeps my browsing history for over 7 days. It makes things difficult for me because I could no longer keep track of some of the things I do. Is there any way to keep the browsing history longer?
Someone previously suggested the add-on "Expire history by days". It sometimes would keep the history for over a month and the next day all history older than a few days are completely gone! Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.

Firefox keeps both bookmarks and history in the same database a file called ''places.sqlite''.
The addon may in fact restrict the options and prevent Firefox storing more History.
Try using the addon ''Places Maintenance'' and run the report option BEFORE and after any repair attempt. It may not help but at least produces a short potentially useful report in simple text format. You can paste the reports into your next reply.
* https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/places-maintenance/
Note both addons are by the same person, someone that has worked on Firefox and the author even added a warning
* https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/expire-history-by-days <blockquote>Warning: the Places expiration system works to provide you the best performances in an automatic way. Using this add-on to override its functionality, may create unexpected performance problems and is not needed. Thus, unless you have clear reasons to need the functionality exposed by this add-on, you should not use it.</blockquote>
You apparently already have plans regarding freeing up space.
If you are short on free space on the hard disk History is the least of your concerns. Window XP is happiest with at least 20-25% free space. Defrag attempts will fail at about 12%. Do not use the hibernate option if low on disk space, because that will free up an amount equivalent to the RAM memory installed. Defrag if you can. This is not a Windows support forum, so I may only post short tips and suggestions of where else to try
* Defrag: ''How to Defragment Your Disk Drive Volumes in Windows XP '' <br /> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314848/
* A windows forum (there are many others) http://www.pchelpforum.com/windows-xp/

How to remove arrow pointer in painting tool circle?

I'm running Adobe Photoshop 7.0 in Windows 7 Virtual XP mode, since the program won't run in Win7 64-bit mode. It used to run fine in 32-bit mode. It runs OK in the virtual XP mode, but I find that the circle tool in the painting or clone stamp functions always has an arrowhead in the center of the circle. It never used to, just the circle for painting or cloning. How do I get rid of it? Changing the settings in the Preferences menu does not help.
Also, the virtual mode doesn't seem to allow updating program files, although it updates XP files. Maybe there is a firewall issue? I tried to download a Photoshop update file. There was a prompt asking where it should go. But when I selected a place, and clicked OK, the Next button did not come on.
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Noel,
Thanks for your response. I was only joking.
As far as the virtual XP mode goes: I wasted a lot of time with Adobe techies – in India and elsewhere – first, trying to get an unlock code to install the Photoshop 7 on my new hard disk, then when it booted up, the program would not initialize. I just get an error message, saying “Photoshop 7.9 could not initialize because your scratch disks are full.” Then it shuts down. This, after I have a 1.5 TB size new main drive.
Unless you have any ideas on how to get around this bad penny initialization error message, I am stuck. It does work in XPM mode, though. Although I was able to change the screen resolution to remove the mouse pointer in the circle tool, now the tool is the cursor that looks like a small oval over which crosshairs are placed. I can’t seem to get a normal, single circle. Is there a switch that restores cursors to a default?
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Cloning of Magstripe card

Hi
as everyone can read a magstripe card with a reader, so its cloning is very easy.
What are the risks associated with the cloning and how can we prevent ?? any mechanism ???
And i have read a card with the terminal and got the following:
%EK^110874094^1^02/2049^0101^MR Ali?;E?;E?the starting character is indicating that the actual data is being started. What about the rest of the data, can any body explain it plz....

The point is, make your card and backend system in a way where it does not matter if someone clones a card. With banking the card alone does not give you access to much without a PIN. You would also not hand your cloned card over to someone at a store to buy goods as they would be able to tell it was not legitimate as well. Banks have processes in place to protect against unauthorised transactions which make a bank card safer but that also shows the risk they take using them.
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Improve PC Performance transcript of Meet the Experts online chat event

On June 1st, HP hosted an online chat event on improving PC performance. Below is a transcriptof that session.
Please note that I have altered the transcript so that follow up questions areincluded in the logical order.
I am in the process of planning the next chatevent. I would love to hear what topics would interest you, what day of theweek and time is best for you, and if you think an hour is too long.
So, if you get a minute, please let me know.
Here's the transcript:
SiobhanF-HP: Welcome!
SiobhanF-HP: If you want to ask a question, you must be a member of the HP Support Forums. If you want to join, go here https://passport2.hp.com/hppcf/createuser.do
SiobhanF-HP: Our team of experts is here and ready to tackle your toughest questions.
SiobhanF-HP: Bryan_N began tinkering with computers in the early 80s with the Atari 400. He has been at HP for almost 10 years and is focused on notebooks and Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN.)
SiobhanF-HP: RasterBlaster, aka Randy, also began his fascination with computers 30 years ago when he spent $550 for an Atari 400. He has been addicted to desktop computers ever since and has worked at HP for 16 years.
SiobhanF-HP: Mister Do, aka Kevin, has worked for HP for 11 years. He is a desktop guy and has been ripping PCs apart to see how they work and get better performance out of them for more than 20 years.
SiobhanF-HP: Sanchertx, aka Ralph, is another 20 year PC veteran. He has worked at HP for 15 years and focuses on improving notebook and network performance.
SiobhanF-HP: Huffer, aka Steve, is an attorney by day and a PC enthusiast by night. Although Steve does not work for HP, he is an avid member of the Support Forums. His forte is troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and he uses Linux as a personal operating system instead of Windows.
DexterM: Hello people. I believe that the main reason PC's slow down is because of files leftover after program uninstalls. Many programs leave behind files that store user settings and preferences of the programs even after "complete" uninstallation. Is there any way to completely remove them during uninstallation?
Bryan_N: To DexterM Hi Dexter, Some applications have specific removal tools to fully clean them out, such as the Norton Removal Tool. You can go to symantec.com and search for "Norton Removal Tool". There are also third party applications for cleaning out abandoned registry files, such as CrapCleaner which is what I have used personally. It can be found at ccleaner.com
nseidl33: Can I add more memory to my notebook? If I do, will it void the warranty?
Sanchertx: To nseidl33 hello Nseid133, no you will not void the warranty - you should make sure the specs match up if you buy memory from someone other than HP. That said, you may be required to remove the memory in the event there is a troubleshooting session with HP Support.
aarond22: Does adding more memory really make my PC run faster? If it does, how can I figure out how much memory to add and how hard is it to do?
RasterBlaster: To aarond22 While you use your computer, all software and drivers take up memory. Windows "places" the software and drivers into the hardware memory first because it is fastest. After it runs out of hardware memory it will eventually store the excess data on the hard drive which is much slower. So the amount of memory you have will speed up your computer, but how much speed depends on several factors. Generally, for Vista 64-bit, adding up to 4 GB has the biggest speed gains. Over 4 GB doesn't speed things up all that much unless you do things like video or large graphic editing - software that uses a lot of data. You can find memory upgrade information from the product specification or motherboard specification for your model of desktop PC. This HP support article should answer everything:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=bph03886&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_USE....
animeowns: need a good gaming video card dx10 to play the newer games in hpa1720n
Huffer: To animeowns I am a big fan of the ATI HD 4800 series. It is DX10 compatible and very fast.
HPMAN10: I have a problem with my PC freezing up when I return from sleep mode. This just starting happening recently. Could it have anything to with installing Windows Vista Service Pack 2?
Huffer: To HPMAN10 Have you also added any new hardware? Sleep mode issues are often driver related. Also, some systems need to have their BIOS updated after installing Vista SP2.
HPMAN10: No I have not added new drivers. So you’re saying I should upgrade the BIOS. Isn't that a tricky to do? It could cause more problems.
Huffer: To HPMAN10 Yes, you should be careful with the BIOS upgrades but it should work well from Windows. Close all other programs and be patient with it.
HPMAN10: What about the freeze up in sleep mode? Do I need to update the BIOS for that problem too?
Huffer: To HPMAN10 Yes, there is a good chance it will help, and it cannot hurt to have the latest BIOS. Here is a good link for information: http://technet.microsoft.com/enus/library/dd335032(WS.10).aspx
Here is a good link to locate BIOS Updates for notebooks http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00042629&tmp_track_link=ot_faqs/top_issues/en_u...
Here is a good link to update the BIOS for desktops http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00007682&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en HPMAN10: So I should update the BIOS from the HP download page?
Huffer: To HPMAN10 Yes, use the Windows-based BIOS updater. Turn off all other programs.
HPMAN10: If I have a problem with BIOS update can I do a system restore to revert back to original BIOS?
RasterBlaster: To HPMAN10 System Restore will not revert to a previous BIOS. System Restore is only for Windows - BIOS is a separate lower level function.
Huffer: To HPMAN10 BIOS is not part of the operating system, but you can flash back to an earlier version of the OS if needed. I really doubt you will have an issue. HPMAN10: I have a HP s3220n system and my Windows Media Center has a Tuner Not Installed message when I try to use live TV, I have tried everything from HP online support to Microsoft Help and nothing has solved the problem. Any suggestions?
RasterBlaster: To HPMAN10 s3220n comes with a tuner card. The no tuner found error can happen when some other TV capture software "checks out" the tuner. If you have a startup item, like webcam software that is set to hook into the Tuner card, you should go in and change the setting or remove it. Have you read this support document?http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01187871&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en
HPMAN10: Yes I have read the HP document and tried the suggestions on it without success.
HPMAN10: I do not have a webcam.
HPMAN10: Also my PC Doctor software does not show tuner in the diagnostic program.
Mister_Do: To HPMAN10 If your tuner card is not showing up in PC Doctor, try opening the PC and reseating the tuner. If it still doesn't work, you possibly have a hardware failure.
HPMAN10: Yes I tried hardware and software recovery in HP Help and Tools. Same results NO TUNER INSTALLED.
RasterBlaster: To HPMAN10 Well, unless you did something major ... like upgrade your OS to Vista SP2... or something like that... I'd say your tuner hardware is gone. Especially if you did a system recovery. System recovery takes you back the original configuration
HPMAN10: I have removed the tuner card and reseated it without results in PC Doctor. I'll try it once more.
HPMAN10: Will a BIOS update also help the TV tuner problem?
HPMAN10: By the way I can watch programs I have recorded in the past in Media Center.
RasterBlaster: To HPMAN10 I don't think the BIOS update will help... here is the text from the site: M2N61-AR Motherboard BIOS update resolves issue with the computer shutting down and displaying message "ERROR: Unsupported CPU installed. PC will automatically shut down in a few seconds." Did you reinstall the driver from HP Help and Tools? There should at least be an unknown device in Device Manager. You older files that you are able to view are simply files that were created before you lost your tuner. “No Tuner Found” just means that Media Center cannot find the card because the card is "Check out" of the drivers are out of whack.
HPMAN10: I had tuner problem even before I installed SP2.
RasterBlaster: To HPMAN10 Well, if your tuner died and you could never get it to work after that, it might be a heat related failure. Tuners get hot... but usually, when a tuner gets too hot, you'll get some funny symptoms before it dies... like channel changing takes way too long -- to change up or down - or lots of frame skipping. IF it comes and goes - you have a software conflict problem.
amberdidi: Hi to you all, Why am I constantly receiving the following message and what can I do to correct it. "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You may not have the appropriate permissions" Note: After I click Ok to this message it usually takes me to the page anyhow.
Bryan_N: To amberdidi Hi amberdidi, I'm not sure what OS you have, but this is a helpful document from Microsoft for XP: http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308421
amberdidi: About that message "Windows cannot access the specified device...." I am using Vista Home Edition 64 bit SP2.
Bryan_N: To amberdidi Ok, thanks for the clarification. It sounds like it is a security setting in Internet Explorer, try this please: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/959079
animeowns: Did you receive my other message?
Mister_Do: To animeowns Yes, we are working on it.
animeowns: I need a card that will fit in my computer case right now I’m using a 7900 and it’s a tight fit. Here are the specs for my motherboard http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00864946&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&os=2093&product=334...
animeowns: It must be about 7.8 x 3 x 4.4 inches – that’s the size of my 7900 gs, and it’s a tight fit. My motherboard is Micro-ATX: 9.6 in X 9.6 in. Please help. I want to upgrade to a nice card that will be able to play games like crysis fear 2 unreal tournament 3.
RasterBlaster: To animeowns Yeah, finding low-profile cards can be tricky. It sounds like you have the measurement. Searching the internet shopping sites for low-profile graphics cards should bring up some cards - then find one you like and work with the site to make sure it fits your measurement. HP can supply a replacement - but if it is not on HP shopping's site - you can go with other shopping sites.
animeowns: Will this video card fit in my system? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127414
Mister_Do: To animeowns Sorry, I haven't tried that one personally, so I'm not sure. You'll need to make sure your current card dimensions match the new card.animeowns: Can someone please help me find a direct x 10 gaming card that will fit in my hp a1720n? The size has to be 7.8 x 3 x 4.4 inches or smaller that is the size of my pny 7900 gs and its a tight fit because the memory is real close.
RasterBlaster: To animeowns Huffer had to step out. The folks trying to help you in this chat session are from HP. We can't recommend a video card upgrade that did not already come with your PC - sorry You should post this same question into the forums under desktop PC and hardware (or video) category.
whitey: I have a ZD-7015us laptop and would like to know if the processor can be upgraded.
Huffer: To whitey I wouldn’t really recommended it because it is hard to know if it will overheat, but a Pentium 4 desktop processor will fit.
SiobhanF-HP: If you have specific product questions, the more information you give us the better we will be able to help you. Getting your exact model number; any error messages; what operating system version are you running; any recent hardware or software changes will go a long way to helping us answer your question.
amberdidi: I would like to know if NOD 32 antivirus is compatible with my Vista 64 bit. I am using Avast at the moment, but I am really interested in NOD32 or a good quality antivirus you can recommend for 64 bit. Thank you.
Huffer: To amberdidi I use Avast or AVG on Vista 64 bit systems and either works well. I have only used NOD32 on 32 bit systems. The NOD32 website will answer this question definitively.
amberdidi: Back to the freezing problem with my Vista 64 bit. I downloaded only the final version of SP2 but I have updated most of my drivers including the latest NVIDIA driver from their site. Should I also update my BIOS?
Sanchertx: To amberdidi Yes, update the BIOS.
DexterM: Other than unchecking Startup Programs from MS Configuration Utility, is there any other way to speed up startup time of a Windows PC?
RasterBlaster: To DexterM There are lots of methods. If you have Vista - go in and shut down aero, if you don't need it, make sure your temp files are cleared, etc... Here is a support document:http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00815926&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en
XP: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=bph06569&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en
Blondechica: I just bought a HP HDX16 and I am embarrassed to say I do not how to find the On button. I am using my friend’s computer and told him that I had a different problem with my computer and gave this site. Also, when I do get it turned on will it be blank. Do have to buy software? I hope this is not the first time someone has asked this question. This is all new to me. Thank you for your help.
Sanchertx: To Blondechica Hello, please hit the power button on the top left of the keyboard cover. This will illuminate to a blue color to show the unit is on. You must let the unit create the image. This means you will let it run on its own until you see the Welcome screen. The unit comes with the Vista operating system and has HP applications. It also comes with trial versions of Norton antivirus and MS Office.
Petedog11: I have the HP Pavilion a6745f Desktop PC and would like to upgrade my graphics card. I like to run high-end flight simulators. What graphics card do you recommend? Will I need to upgrade my power supply unit also? Is there a way to disable the on board graphics card that came with the computer once I install a new graphics card? Thank you.
Huffer: To Petedog11 A new power supply should not be needed. When you plug in a new video card it will automatically disable the onboard. Just be sure you have a pci-e poer connector (6 pin)
Petedog11: The power supply unit that is in my HP Pavilion a6745f Desktop PC is 300 watts I believe. My understanding is that the newer Radeon's etc...need more power. Will you please answer the remainder of my original question.....I like to run high-end flight simulators. What graphics card do you recommend? Thanks!
Huffer: To Petedog11 300 watts is a bit light. I would look for around a 500 watt psu.
mlk3742: I have a dv9000 laptop, it has 4 gigs of ram. I run Photoshop CS4. Is there any way to increase processing speed?
Sanchertx: To mlk3742 While there isn’t a switch you can turn on to make the processor run faster, you can do things like remove un-needed software and remove items from startup. Also disabling HP Advisor helps. Here is a good reference -
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00816938&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&lang=en&rule=13847&...
amberdidi: Since I downloaded SP2 on my Vista Home Edition I also am freezing up every so often to the point that I have to use Task Manager to end it and start over again. I have an HP Elite with 1000GB hard drive and 8192MB memory. What can I do? Thank you.
Bryan_N: To amberdidi If you downloaded the beta version of SP2 you might want to uninstall it and download the final version. If you downloaded the final version and this started with SP2, you can check the Problem Reports and Solutions feature of Vista. Just click the Start button, and type: Problem Reports, then click on the application
scribblesteve: Besides the usual cleaning up Temp files and using Disk Clean up or Defrag, how can I prevent my computer from running sluggishly? I want it to run as fast and as smooth as it did the first time I turned it on?
Mister_Do: To scribblesteve Removing startup items or keeping programs from running in the background helps a lot. And depending on what operating system you have there are multiple settings you can change to improve performance. Here are two HP support documents that list multiple ways to improve your PC performance: For XP: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=bph06569&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_USE...
For Vista: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00815926&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_US...
bjm: I have a Compaq Presario A931NR Notebook BIOS F.32 Software Driver download site displays F.34 I don't know if I should Update to F.34 because F.32 is not listed as a previous version, and I don't know if I can go from F.32 to F,34 without F.33
Huffer: To bjm No problem. You can easily skip a level of BIOS update and go right to 3.4.
bjm: Need to know if I should update my BIOS
Huffer: To bjm The update will work, but I really need to know what your problem is to assess whether the BIOS update is necessary.
bjm: HP Updates report no available Updates so how do I know if I need Update other than what is presented on Software Driver download page
Mister_Do: To bjm If HP Update says you don't have any new updates, then your PC is up to date with the latest drivers. If you by chance see a software or driver file on you product support page, and it's newer than what you have. You can install it, but if your PC is running fine, you may not want to bother.
bjm: Huffer asked why is BIOS update necessary. I would ask why does Software Update site show an Update if it's not necessary? HP Update is not working to report BIOS updates. 13 months and no Updates ever. So, all I have to go by is Software Update site which report newer BIOS with Enhancements to Security. Why would Total Care Advisor, HP Health Check and HP Update not have even one Update or info after 13 months of service?
RasterBlaster: To bjm The software BIOS update page on hp.com/customercare should tell you what the BIOS update fixes or improves. If your system is running well or the BIOS update page does not list a fix for your problem - don't update the BIOS. That's my opinion anyway. BIOS updates do introduce a level of risk. For example if you have a power outage while updating the BIOS, the PC will require service. So ... if in doubt, don't do it unless you know it resolves an issue.
bjm: The BIOS Update to F.34 is stated as having Security Enhancements. Does the System Info refresh with a BIOS update or is System Info static
Mister_Do: To bjm Where are you viewing the System Info? From the BIOS itself, from "Properties" under "Computer", etc.? Here’s good document on Locating HP Software, Driver and BIOS Updates:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00042629&tmp_track_link=ot_faqs/top_issues/en_u...
puter_student: I sent my hp Mini 1000 (Win XP) into service about two weeks ago. I gave a lady friend a 1120NR (Mi on Linux) yesterday. As she is a geographic distance, and using a different OS, how would you suggest I assist her by telephone. And, once she establishes solid Internet access, is it best to send her e-mail or instant messages?
Bryan_N: To puter_student Hi Puter_student, you have several choices since HPMI supports MSN messenger and other chat programs via the "pidgeon" application, and it also comes preinstalled with Skype. You can install either of those on your XP unit. Skype also allows you to use a webcam at the same time.
puter_student: Sorry, I stated my question badly. I did not mean to ask about the communications technology. I meant the information resources available online -- to both her and me -- WRT setup, configuration (if needed), etc. The realization came to me earlier today that I cannot "walk" her thru it by simply telling her what I see on my own machine as I take certain actions [other, of course, than accessing appropriate documents about her model]. Can you point me in the right direction to those resource documents?
Bryan_N: To puter_student For support documents you can start here:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/product?product=3860346&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&cc=us
puter_student: I clicked the link you supplied. Doing so took me out of this chat, but did not get me where you were trying to send me. Now, when I return to the chat, I no longer have the earlier session history. When will it be posted, and where can I find the whole chat session later?
Bryan_N: To puter_student The transcript will be posted on the boards within 48 hours after this event. I got to the link by going to hp.com, and searching for support on "mini 1110nr" http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/product?product=3860346&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&lang=en&cc=us
The MI desktop is based on Ubuntu, and you can also find lots of general Ubuntu information on external forums Certain applications have support externally as well, such as the Firefox browser.
mlk3742: to Sanchertx: Can I swap out or replace the graphics card to speed up graphic intensive demands such as Photoshop?
Sanchertx: To mlk3742 Hello - not with our notebooks. They are either attached to system board or a daughter board, which is then attached to the system board.mlk3742: to Sanchertx: So there is no way from a hardware approach to increase speed? The only time I notice my lap slows down is processing large files, i.e. photos, or while performing image edits in Photoshop. After increasing RAM, everything else has speeded up noticeably. My laptop has more than half the hard drive space free.
Sanchertx: To mlk3742 Hardware wise you can get a faster hard drive - example move from a 5400 rpm to 7200 RPM - Also make sure you have the latest BIOS update. These usually have maintenance modifications to resolve potential problems and tweak the hardware.mlk3742: to Sanchertx: How and or where do I get a BIOS upgrade? Do you have a recommendation for which hard drive to get? Will any aftermarket drive fit in my laptop?
Sanchertx: To mlk3742 Hello – this document Locating HP Software, Driver and BIOS Updates should help http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00042629&tmp_track_link=ot_faqs/top_issues/en_u... I cannot recommend a 3rd party - aftermarket drive - but there are many available. A good place to look is notebookforum.com.
scribblesteve: My battery is fine, but the HP Battery check doesn't recognize it. I have the most updated versions of BIOS, Help and Support and sp41862, and it still doesn't recognize it. I'm running Vista32bit on an HP pavilion dv6704nr. What else can I try to check and prolong the life of my battery?
Bryan_N: To scribblesteve Hi scribblesteve, ensure the battery is charged and the AC adaptor is plugged in when testing. If that doesn't work, you can do some basic battery life steps. These are found at http://h20239.www2.hp.com/techcenter/battery/Battery_max.htm and also at http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00821429&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_US...
DexterM: What tweaks do you guys usually do on your Windows PC's to ensure optimal PC performance?
Bryan_N: To DexterM Hi DexterM, I uninstall any applications I don't use, run Microsoft and HP updates, keep a good antivirus installed, and also I personally use a third party application called ccleaner. I back up my unit in full every month as well just in case.
amdkenworth: Hi I have an HP that has a on board video card and it won’t show any video when its turned on???
RasterBlaster: To amdkenworth First thing you should do is try connecting another monitor to see if it is related to the monitor or the video on the motherboard. Here is document that you should check out: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=bph04760&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&lang=en&rule=3950&pr...
jest1: My notebook has a short battery life. Is there something I can do?
Sanchertx: To jest1 A: There are several things you can do to extend battery life such as changing your power plan, calibrating your battery to increase capacity, or shutting off unused features in the OS. Here is an excellent document on notebook battery usage that will walk you through your options step by step http://tinyurl.com/57x38x
Dominick_7: Hi I have an HDX 9000t and was wondering if anyone knew if/how I could upgrade the graphics card, to say an MXM GPU?
Bryan_N: To Dominick_7 Hi Dominick_7, there isn't a way to upgrade the video card itself. You can ensure you have the latest drivers by visiting hp.com and checking drivers, and keep your overall system optimized with standard PC Tune up steps such as this document: c00034290 - HP Notebook PCs - Improving the Performance of Your Notebook PC
Dominick_7: From what I understand, an HP tech told me MXM has on board BIOS which doesn’t depend on the BIOS from the motherboard. What leads you to say it can’t be done?
Bryan_N: To Dominick_7 The video card is separate, but not replaceable as it is directly attached to the system board
Dominick_7: Can't the same be said about the processor? Yet I know people who have updated their processors, and GPUs when they upgrade them from an ATI to the 8800M GTS NVIDIA GPU? If you could please elaborate in a more detailed fashion as to what the obstacles are I'd appreciate it. Is that the ONLY reason why you say it can't be done? Because it’s directly connected to the motherboard? If that was insurmountable wouldn't that make it impossible to upgrade the ATI GPU in lower specd HDXs to the 8800 NVI...
Bryan_N: To Dominick_7 The CPU is not soldered onto the system board, so it is replaceable. The GPU/Graphics card is soldered onto the system board and is not replaceable.
SSPatrick: HP Total Care Advisor is giving me warnings - How do I clear these up?
Sanchertx: To SSPatrick Click on the PC Update button inside of Advisor to check for and run updates. After you run all the necessary updates, you should click on Health Check to scan your computer to remove the warnings. Here is a good document on the ins and outs of Total Care Advisor. http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01599730&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&jumpid=reg_R1002_US...
Petedog11: I have the HP Pavilion a6745f Desktop PC. Media Center came pre-installed with the computer. Do I have a Tuner card installed?
Mister_Do: To Petedog11 Hi Petedog11, It doesn't look like you have a TV Tuner installed. Here is your product spec for reference: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01625611&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&product=3870515
laurensw: I installed antivirus software and now my PC is running really slow - what should I do?
Bryan_N: To laurensw Hi Laurensw, It often helps to ensure the original antivirus software was fully removed. One possible solution is to use the Norton Removal Tool to completely remove the trial version of Norton that shipped with your PC.
rdewing: My PC is about a year old and it is getting slower and slower. Do I have a virus? Is there something that I can do to make run faster?
Mister_Do: To rdewing It is tough to say why your PC is running slowly, but there are some things you can do that may help its performance. Check out this web site for step by step instructions on basic PC care. http://h20239.www2.hp.com/techcenter/pctuneup/ HP also offers free online classes to teach you how to tune up your XP or Vista PC. Check it out http://tinyurl.com/lj86yt
scribblesteve: I'm having a graphics problem where I cannot see images. I have only seen it with the HP Help and Support and the Installation of Adobe Web Premium Installation. I have no Idea how to fix this, and neither does anyone in the multiple Support Forums I've posted the problem in. Here are some screenshots: http://www.stevedolan.com/shared/graphicsproblem.jpg | http://www.stevedolan.com/shared/graphicsproblem2.jpg
Bryan_N: To scribblesteve This one looks like something I cannot answer before the event terminates. Can you start a thread on this on the customer forums here and we can continue? If you already have, can you send me the link and I can subscribe to it?
scribblesteve: Bryan_N: Here is that link: http://h30434.www3.hp.com/psg/board/message?board.id=Display&message.id=1715#M1715
Bryan_N: To scribblesteve Thanks scribblesteve
SiobhanF-HP: We are nearing the end of our chat session. We only have time for 3 more questions. If we did not get to your question, please post it on the Notebook and Desktop boards.
jest1: It takes my PC a pretty long time to boot. Any recommendations?
Mister_Do: To jest1 The first two things I would consider doing would be to 1) add more memory to your PC (unless you already have max memory), and 2) I would change my Startup program and process settings. Here are a few HP Support documents that explain how to prevent unnecessary programs from running at startup: For Vista: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&docname=c00813419 For Vista: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00819747&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en For XP: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=bph07149&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en
SiobhanF-HP: We only have time for one more question. If we did not get to your question, please post it on the Notebook or Desktop boards.
jest1: I think I have a notebook battery that was part of a recent recall, what do I do about this?
Mister_Do: To jest1 Visit the HP Notebook PC Battery Pack Replacement Program Web site at: http://www.hp.com/support/BatteryReplacement for additional information and to determine if your battery is part of the program.
jest1: How can I find out the maximum amount of memory my system can accept?
Mister_Do: To jest1 HP has product specifications for your PC on its web site. Go to www.HP.com and click on Software Driver and enter your exact PC model name. You must give the specific model number, ex dv9009nr, and not the series number, ex dv9000. Click on the document that references Product Specifications at the top of the list of articles. You will get a detailed breakdown of your system including microprocessor, graphics card, and the maximum amount of memory you can load onto your PC.
SiobhanF-HP: We are ending the chat event. Thank you for coming. We hope you found it worthwhile. I will be posting a transcript of the event in announcement section at the top of the Notebook and Desktop boards. Please feel free to continue these conversations on the Forums.
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hello sir,
i want to your help
i was installed fresh windows 7 via cd rom and then after installed all software.
and now after 1 day customer complained me that cd rom not read any cd and i m also check when i insurt cd so its not read and when i am double click on cd rom icon its eject so what i do for that please reply on my email address.
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VIMAL

My mac book pro is running very slow. Not only when running the internet but simply in general. What can I do to resolve this? I am thinking about resetting it to factory settings. Will this work. I believe my mac is about 4 years old.

My mac is about 4 years old. I believe it started with lepoard but im not sure.

Learn about what causes slow down issues here
Why is my computer slow?
Backup your users files to a external drive (not only TimeMachine as it will restore the problem)
Most commonly used backup methods
Fix your machine
..Step by Step to fix your Mac
Then do a defrag
How to safely defrag a Mac's hard drive
Then also check out other issues
Diagnosing network issues
IMO a 4 year old laptop is too dated to run the new OS X bloated versions, it should have stuck with 10.6.8 max, but it's likely too late to go back now as you have too many files and programs in the later OS X versions.
However if you don't care and have basic type files that are neutral state file formats, like they will work on any Mac/PC or Linux machine (like pictures, music files etc) then you might be interested in going back to Snow Leopard for performance.
How to revert your Mac to Snow Leopard
For Snow Leopard Speed Freaks

Programs to clean up my Mac

What are the best programs to clean up my Mac?

For what reason?
For privacy issues for browsing there is (both) CCleaner for Mac and OnyX (corrupted caches also slow down the machine)
For scrubbing the Empty Trashed files, there is Secure Empty Trash also Disk Utiltiy > Erase free Space but it only works on hard drives, not SSDs etc.
If your machine is acting slow you can run through these causes
Why is my computer slow?
Fix your machine
..Step by Step to fix your Mac
and finally do a really good defrag
How to safely defrag a Mac's hard drive
But the best advice for 10.6 is this
For Snow Leopard Speed Freaks

No reaction to Content Infringement Complaint Form‏

Hi!
I have reported two games some time ago (more than a week now):
https://www.windowsphone.com/en-gb/store/app/bird-crossy/3fec185f-a952-4633-979c-6591d0331f3c
and
https://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/store/app/spring-ninja/de70abbd-fbb9-46ad-b053-4078baddc48f
Because these above are binary copies (someone took binaries and released as own with injected/hooked own ads) of:
https://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/store/app/crossy-bird/52bd7213-0633-45f1-9b0a-d0a89c9db1e5
and
https://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/store/app/spring-ninja/7aa5c733-e169-4842-8408-9863cea84805
There is no reaction from Content Infringement Complaint Team for that report. The ripper still have these games released. More over my Spring Ninja has been banned by sending it to the second page in the searching reasults and the stolen binary copy is
as the 6th result in the store - what a joke!!!
Please do something with this or at some point it is going to be noticed widely by the whole developer community as a standard behaviour in the Windows Phone Store. Maybe you should have some audit in review team, because the scenario for duplicator is always
the same - same screenshots (one silly screenshot), description (like "This is puzzle game, make it smart, make it clever") and 5 stars from about 50 people without any text review (this is not possible, probably this is a farm of Windows Phone accounts)!!!
After the duplicator make sure that it is in New+Rising, he replaces screenshots and review to desired...
Not only my work is cloned. How far I have found more than 5 other games, released always by another publisher but in the same manner.

Go to the 'All support options' link below and raise a support request (the options are vague, and there isn't an obvious choice for your issue, however).
You won't get much help from this forum as it's specifically for development, and your issue is with publishing/fraud.
It is likely that Microsoft sent a request to the publisher to pull their app, and gave them some amount of time to comply. If this is the case they may have taken action, but it takes time. It is odd that they haven't responded to you though, as this is
a serious issue. Did they give you any kind of incident number you can follow up with?
Microsoft naturally can't do much about the other games you claim are binary copies unless their publisher(s) make a complaint.
Visit http://blog.grogansoft.com/ for Windows development fun.

Bring mailstore up-to-date

I am migrating Snow Leopard Server from one machine to another. The newer one is now basically set up, but mail has been used on the old one since it was 'cloned'. How can I best bring the new one up-to-date so the IMAP Mail clients would not notice the change of server?
Obviously I can 'synchronise' /var/spool/imap/dovecot/mail so the new server has all the latest messages, but is there any other data that will also be required to bring across?

The OLD server is still the only one being used.
So I was right that all I need to do is stop Mail Service on the OLD server, copy across is the contents of /var/spool/imap/dovecot/mail and start Mail Service on the NEW server (adjusting any server names etc. as appropriate).
Thanks for the confirmation.

Cloning = Defrag...? How?

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