TechSpot OpenBoards - Mobile Computing http://www.techspot.com/vb/ Laptops, Netbooks, Smartphones, and more. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:14:50 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.techspot.com/vb/images/misc/rss.jpg TechSpot OpenBoards - Mobile Computing http://www.techspot.com/vb/ Compaq 7400 laptop no front LED indicator lights http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138379.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:51:08 GMT Compaq Armada 7400 with Win2K OS

Yes, the same laptop with the previous DIAGS partition problem - that was solved! Thanks.

Now ...

It wasn't in use for a few weeks. Then started it up - no front LED indicator lights - sudden shutdowns - battery not charging - replaced battery - charging fine but still no front LED lights and occasional sudden shutdowns.

Any ideas?

Mary ]]> Mobile Computing MaryRedmond http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138379.html Dell inspiran 1525 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138369.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:37:22 GMT My 2 years daughter spilled little juice on my laptop, after this it is not starting. i left it for few days, now it starts but does not recognize power supply. it is still working but only on already charge batteries. any body can suggest some helpful tips. service tag dk7kjf1 ... My 2 years daughter spilled little juice on my laptop, after this it is not starting. i left it for few days, now it starts but does not recognize power supply. it is still working but only on already charge batteries.
any body can suggest some helpful tips.

service tag dk7kjf1 about one and half years old

thanks ]]> Mobile Computing abhmd http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138369.html Aspire 4520 bsod in vista! http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138340.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:11:23 GMT hi all, i'm having new problems with my fresh install of vista on an aspire 4520, with all the drivers from the manufactureer's website, so far i ruled out sound driver(realtek) as i still experience bsod when using window's default driver.
The problem is, this bsod almost always come randomly and i havent install much programs(aside from acrobat reader and such), plus, if i just leave it on whole day without touching it/afk, it wont experience any bsod..Please help!!!!

system spec:
Window Vista Ultimate sp1
AMD TL-58x2
n-force 600m Motherboard
Nvidia Geforce 700M
1Gb DDR2 Ram
120Gb Hdd

attached herewith is my minidump:

ps.last time i posted in this forum for the same lappy was due to hd error, now is entirely new prob!!!
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]]> Mobile Computing zicrape http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138340.html Inspiron 1300 Password Issues? http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138333.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:16:16 GMT I know the previous threads are locked because all the information needed to do an unlock should have been posted... However I've had no luck (Details below)

I dont want to be one of those annoying people who dont even try to read the FAQ's and what not before I start asking for help I tried to use a few of the generators and have attempted the paperclip method at the moment on a Dell Inspiron 1300 a friend gave to me to try to unlock.

When it first boots, I get the Dell BIOS, with no prompt to enter setup. After that it states "Invalid configuration information - please run setup program. Then I get the grey "You are not allowed to access this system without a password" screen

At first I tried to pull the CMOS battery, no luck, then I attempted the paperclip method (I can post the location of the 24C02N chip for future reference) but to no avail.

Any clue on why it wouldn't work? I've attempted it about 5-6 times. When the leads are bridged, it powers on then auto power off (I guess it senses the short?) I tried to just power it on then apply the clip trick but still no dice.

Because I can't change the boot order (doesn't give me the option and I've tried mashing my delete/f2/f12/f8/fanything button) to give me the setup screen, I cant use the DSTCD iso method..

I think I've tried everything mentioned on the board already and I definately did the paperclip thing correct (And I already put back together the laptop so i'm going to cry if you tell me to try again!)

Are there other method that you can conjur up would be much appreciated... and if the easist thing happens to be to just post the service id's then here they are.
System Id is 4RvR4C1-595B
Thanks for your help and patience,
-me :) ]]> Mobile Computing humanpest http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138333.html Realy stupid question hp zv330us http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138311.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:29:27 GMT i have a hp pavilion zv5000 or actually a zv5330us my question is probably very simple it has the regular output ports serial parallel vga s-video but there is one i dont recognize it is kinda thin wider than a hdmi i think its male and slanted on the edges does everyone but me know what... i have a hp pavilion zv5000 or actually a zv5330us
my question is probably very simple
it has the regular output ports serial parallel vga s-video
but there is one i dont recognize
it is kinda thin wider than a hdmi i think its male and slanted on the edges
does everyone but me know what its for?
thanks ]]> Mobile Computing eyemfedup2 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138311.html Will upgrading the bios firmware on a Latitude D630 delete the bios admin password? http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138281.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:07:41 GMT I have a Dell Latitude D630. It has an admin password for the bios. Nothing is locked except for the settings. I can't change any of the settings in the bios. It lets me boot to windows just fine though. My question is, since I don't know that admin password for the bios, if I upgrade the bios firmware, will the admin password be deleted? Since I'm flashing the bios, I would think that all the settings will be lost. Is that the case? ]]> Mobile Computing rose1 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138281.html Memory Issue http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138255.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:04:57 GMT Today I purchased a memory module for an older laptop (Model No. Compaq Presario 1500US). The module I purchased was a 512mb Corsair Value Select DDR-266mhz stick.

When I put it into my laptop's free slot it booted fine and worked for three hours. When I rebooted it, however, it displayed the windows loading screen with the blue bar, and then immediately bluescreened and rebooted. The STOP error is displayed for a fraction of a second, so I can't read any information on it (Unfortunately)

I tried rebooting with only the original stick in and it got the same error. Same thing with only the new module, and the same thing when I tried safe mode.

Do you think this is a memory issue or could it just be that my 7 year old machine has just given up the ghost? ]]> Mobile Computing phlip67 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138255.html <![CDATA[Dell Latitude D531 won't turn on]]> http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138241.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:08:01 GMT Hello, My Latitude D531 is powered using the wall adapter without the battery. It worked well until recently. Now when I connect the adapter the power light on the laptop is a constant green. However, when I press the power button nothing happens. The laptop does not turn on, the fans do not... Hello,

My Latitude D531 is powered using the wall adapter without the battery. It worked well until recently. Now when I connect the adapter the power light on the laptop is a constant green. However, when I press the power button nothing happens. The laptop does not turn on, the fans do not turn on and there is no hard drive activity. I already ruled out a defective adapter. I also used compressed air to blow out the dust out of the laptop (there was abundant dust). It is now dust free yet I still have the problem. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you ]]> Mobile Computing motorolav878 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138241.html Acer 5315 cannot get it to start http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138224.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:46:54 GMT I'm asking for a friend, she has an Acer 5315. On turning on it says" Windows did not shut down properly press enter to start".
Windows vista sign comes up
"Magnify not responding" She hasn't a clue what this is.
uses x to close this, "application is not responding"
Black screen with white arrow appears.
On top of screen there is a flashing green "sandwich" (her words)
on the left hand side a "satelit dish" orange flasing
Message appears " failed to connect to windows service, Windows could not connect to the system, system event notification service service.

This problem prevents limited use from log onto system.
As an admin user you can review the system event log, details why the service did not respond. Acer event tray has stopped working. A problem caused a program to stop working correctly.
Norton is flashing, after checks it comes up with " E mail in not fixed
E mail out not fixed.
can't fix anything because it won't go any further.
Only way to turn off laptop is by on off button.
Question: Can she return to an earlier time, if so how, she does not have a disk with this laptop. She gets online through a dongle. Thanks in advance ]]> Mobile Computing hallega http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138224.html HP nx9005 pxe-e61: Media test failure check cable fault http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138216.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:51:38 GMT i am getting a pxe-e61:media test failure check cable fault on my hp nx9005 laptop. i have removed the hdd from the laptop and installed it in my pc as slave using a 2.5 - 3.5 adaptor with psu. it registers in the bios but not in windows. if i then disconnect the main pc hard drive and set the... i am getting a pxe-e61:media test failure check cable fault on my hp nx9005 laptop.
i have removed the hdd from the laptop and installed it in my pc as slave using a 2.5 - 3.5 adaptor with psu. it registers in the bios but not in windows. if i then disconnect the main pc hard drive and set the laptop hdd as master and try and install windows xp using the xp cd it states no hdd present

from this i would take it as the hard drive is damaged/dead

any advice welcome, thanks ]]> Mobile Computing mike4scuba http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138216.html Win 7 upgrade http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138161.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:15:07 GMT i have a hp zv5330us p4 3.2 ghz cpu 1gb ram ati mobility radeon 9000/9100 agp display adapter st980815a 80gb ran a win 7 test and it said i could not use win 7 on this computer have any reason why have ran on slower single core computers and passed i have a hp zv5330us
p4 3.2 ghz cpu
1gb ram
ati mobility radeon 9000/9100 agp display adapter
st980815a 80gb
ran a win 7 test and it said i could not use win 7 on this computer
have any reason why
have ran on slower single core computers and passed ]]> Mobile Computing eyemfedup2 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138161.html <![CDATA[Laptop won't connect to wireless]]> http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138153.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:36:11 GMT Hi,
I just purchased a Sony Vaio NW235D laptop and it will not connect to my wireless router. Currently I have a D-Link DI-524 router and I'm thinking it's not compatible with Windows 7, which my laptop comes with.

My laptop can search for my wireless connection but every time I click on connect it tells me "Windows cannot connect to my wireless". I've tried resetting the router, I've hooked up my laptop to my PC connection and it can't search/won't recognize my d-link router.

Is there anything else I can try to make it connect or will I need to purchase a new wireless router?

Thanks. ]]> Mobile Computing bablan http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138153.html DVD reader issues on Gateway laptop http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138134.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:08:51 GMT have a gateway m320
new xp pro clean install
the dvd reader will read some cd's and dvd's but wont even recognize others
that play fine on 5 other computers
why?
i don't get it
downloaded all drivers from gateway
like i said it will read some dvd's and cd's
but some dont even get recognized
tried a dvd cleaner and it doesn't even know it's there ]]> Mobile Computing eyemfedup2 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138134.html Asus x52 F3SV notebook not booting past Asus screen http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138116.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:32:15 GMT Greetings,

My almost 3 year old Asus X52 F3SV Notebook suddenly froze and shut itself down today. It will not boot past the 'Asus' logo screen. The furthest it got was 'loading windows', but quickly rebooted once that screen showed up.
It has been running quite hot lately, but i cleaned the fan out last weekend, and it had been running without problem since then.
I'm running Windows Vista Premium, with no other real problems until now, with up to date windows updates and regular Spybot and anti-virus scans.
There were random multicoloured lines running through the Asus screen on the first reboot after freezing. Could it be my graphics card? (Nvidia 8600m). I did not hear any crackling/popping sounds, so I really hope it's not dead yet.
I've looked around these forums, but couldn't find a similar problem/solution.

Thank you. ]]> Mobile Computing JadedElf http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138116.html Installing wireless on a machine with no wireless switch http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138105.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:47:15 GMT I have installed a wireless card on a Compaq Presario 2200 laptop and tested it out with an antenna from a Toshiba A100 and an HP V6000 to no avail. (No networks found).

It also shows 'check to make sure the wireless switch is on'. This laptop has only got a plastic cover over where the switch would normally be, so is there any way to get the machine to use the new wireless without having to find a little switch for it?

Cheers

Blair ]]> Mobile Computing AudioVayne http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138105.html Dell Latitude D620: Right click keeps clicking http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138017.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:46:31 GMT Sorry guys,
I cant find anyplace else to post this, last Sunday my Latitude D 620 started right clickeing by itself all the time, I replaced the "Palm Rest" which includes the touch pad and buttons and it still is doing it.
I tried a hard drive that was working perfectly that I removed two months ago because I wanted a bigger one and it does the same thing , so it cant be a viris or malware.
Has anyone ever seen this before? ]]> Mobile Computing mychucky http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic138017.html Looking for good iPod Touch game apps http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137972.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:29:00 GMT I've got a iPod Touch 16 GB and want to fill out the memory a little with some game apps I can play during sitting in the bus.

I'm searching for a good racing game and it would be okay to [B]pay[/B] if it's worth it - but their so many to choose between. Any tips of good racing game apps ( with many maps, choose car...) ?

Which [B]free[/B] game app is your favorite? My favorite free game right now would be "Rat on run" by Donuts Games.


[I]I wasn't sure if I chose the right forum for this question.:confused:[/I] ]]> Mobile Computing greenfrog http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137972.html Flashing Dash, Windows 7 Boot-Up http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137942.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:06:17 GMT Hello, Before reading the below paragraph NOTE: I used the windows 7 upgrade advisor to tell me if there are any compatibility problems and nothing came in. I recently installed Windows 7 on my Acer Aspire 6530 and it worked great, no problems at all! I thought it was amazing due to... Hello,

Before reading the below paragraph NOTE: I used the windows 7 upgrade advisor to tell me if there are any compatibility problems and nothing came in.

I recently installed Windows 7 on my Acer Aspire 6530 and it worked great, no problems at all! I thought it was amazing due to microsoft's previous attempts. Anyway in the excitment I attempt to upgrade my other Acer Aspire 7720 which also is a laptop, and I boot it while on the computer so I can save my files, and then it booted with a black screen with a flashing white dash, so I attempted to install Windows 7 by simply booting it with a CD, after all of that, it has the same result.

Obviously all my files are gone, but I was smart enough to make a back-up which it is now on, but what I want to know is there is anyway to fix it so I CAN use Windows 7, there shouldn't be any problems upgrading my system, what has gone wrong?

(PREVIOUS OS/ VISTA HOME PREMIUM)
(WINDOWS 7 ULTIMATE IS MY CD) ]]> Mobile Computing TroyErvin http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137942.html Motorola Droid vs. HTS Droid Eris http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137864.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:28 GMT Anyone have any opinions on these phones? I am about to upgrade on my Verizon account. Anyone have any opinions on these phones? I am about to upgrade on my Verizon account. ]]> Mobile Computing Tedster http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137864.html Smart-pin power connector HP 6715s http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137840.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:10:08 GMT Hi, I brought an HP 6715s notebook from eBay and it never booted. So I searched for hardware problems onto Mother Board and found that the previous owner broke the power switch by means of a screwdriver or something similar. I asked informations, pictures, schemes about it in this forum some... Hi,
I brought an HP 6715s notebook from eBay and it never booted. So I searched for hardware problems onto Mother Board and found that the previous owner broke the power switch by means of a screwdriver or something similar.
I asked informations, pictures, schemes about it in this forum some months ago without success, I searched them throught internet and so on always without success, and the last time I guessed that notebook power connector is a bit strange for me: the power source isn't like standard types. The notebook is an HP 6715s.
The Power connector has the ground on the external ring side and +19V into the internal ring side. There is another central pin that is something more then 12V voltage but after connected it goes to about 5,9v voltage.
HP information explain that the power source is "smart-pin" type and informations over the web say:

1) that the central pin should be usefull for saving power tecnology;

2) others write that it is needed for to say to HP notebooks that the Power source is an HP original;

3) others that it is normally grounded and that it's used to tell to the notebook that power supply is connected althought that the batteries.

Someone says that they can use any power source for those HP notebooks, someone says that notebook doesn't turn on if they haven't a smart-pin power source type.

I'm a bit confused because I can't find any absolutely right information. I can't find anything about pinout information, I don't know what is the right voltage for the central pin; I really don't know if it is needed for to say something to the notebook, or if it listens any kind of signal from the notebook for control purposes or anything else.

I would like to receive any kind of informations about this problem please.
Any help will be apreciated
thanks in advance ]]> Mobile Computing desigabri http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137840.html Getting new notebook -- question about graphics cards http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137824.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:45 GMT Hello. I'm in the market for a new PC laptop, and I'm curious about my options for the graphics card. The laptop I'm getting will be high-end (around $2500 to $3000 most likely), and of all the sites I've checked out (mainly HP, Sony, and Dell), the best graphics card that I've seen available for any notebook is the 1GB Nvidia GeForce GT 130M (there's also the 1GB ATI Mobility Radeon, but I've read that the 1GB GeForce is better). So, my question is -- is the 1GB GeForce the best graphics card out there that a notebook PC can use, or are there better ones that I could buy separately and install myself (or have someone install)? If so, I have two other questions. First, what is the best (or some of the best) graphics cards out there that I could buy and have installed on my laptop when I get it, and where can I find them? Second, how would I go about having the graphics card that I purchased separately installed? Could I do it myself -- remove the one the came with the laptop and install the one I bought separately (or can you install more than one on a single laptop)? Or would I have to take it to a shop to have them install it for me?

Any help regarding all or any of these questions will be very, very much appreciated. Thanks in advance! ]]> Mobile Computing Tron55555 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137824.html Price Check: HP Elitebook 2730p Tablet PC http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137816.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:18:28 GMT I bought this Tablet for the engineering program i am in at University of Louisville. I am switching schools and switching majors. I am looking to switch to a MacBook Pro. I bought it this past summer and it's in near perfect condition haven't even used it a semester yet.

has :

Intel Core 2 Duo processor @ 1.20Ghz
4gb RAM
32 Bit OS
Vista Business


1) How much is this worth now. Purchased for over 2k



2) Where would be a good place to sell/trade in for the MacBook.

Please help.

Thanks ]]> Mobile Computing zruoff55 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137816.html Toshiba Satellite problem http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137769.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:06:27 GMT video blink or wrong unexpected moment, i don`t know failure cause video blink or wrong unexpected moment, i don`t know failure cause ]]> Mobile Computing pikron55 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137769.html Dell Latitude D830 does not go further than the start up screen http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137729.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:19:42 GMT I have a 3 year old dell latitude d830 and everytime i turn it on the screen goes pink with a variety of thin colourful vertical lines through it. This is as far as it goes, i cannot get it to go to the regular start up screen or any other. I know the battery is currently fried so i have to keep... I have a 3 year old dell latitude d830 and everytime i turn it on the screen goes pink with a variety of thin colourful vertical lines through it. This is as far as it goes, i cannot get it to go to the regular start up screen or any other.
I know the battery is currently fried so i have to keep it plugged in for it to work, could that have anything to do with this? or is it another matter?
Thank you. ]]> Mobile Computing jme15 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137729.html My desktop is not equipped for wireless internet http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137700.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:14:50 GMT hi...complete newb here who is not good with computers i have just gone on wireless internet for the first time i went with o2 and they sent me a router. my PC will not work without the cable. I think i need a usb adaptor. my question is...can i get a usb adaptor from anywhere or get one form... hi...complete newb here who is not good with computers

i have just gone on wireless internet for the first time
i went with o2 and they sent me a router. my PC will not work without the cable. I think i need a usb adaptor. my question is...can i get a usb adaptor from anywhere or get one form the o2 shop. And does the internet speed depend at all on the usb adaptor.

my other question is ...is a usb adaptor better than a pci card?

many thanks
dan ]]> Mobile Computing HAYDAN http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137700.html Toshiba Satellite L305 problem http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137619.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:50:08 GMT ok i tried to start it and nothing at all happened... i think came up saying entert he boot disc so i did and it took me to the microsoft loading screen and it sat there for hours never loading....... i tried to restart the computer and tried to go to the boot options but it wouldn't even bring up those options it just told me to enter the boot disc....i really have no idea what to do now...so any help that you guys can give me i would appreciate it ]]> Mobile Computing marktatters1 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137619.html Resetting the BIOS on a Toshiba Satellite laptop http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137612.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:37:53 GMT A while ago, while my BIOS was updating, my laptop shut off. When I tried to power it back on, I get nothing. The harddrive boots, I get the lights and everything, but absolutely nothing shows up on the screen. The light on the screen doesn't turn on or anything. I was thinking that it might be a BIOS related issue since this happened after my laptop shut down during the update. So would resetting the CMOS or anything like that fix this problem? Or will I have to hot flash the BIOS? ]]> Mobile Computing Snuggle http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137612.html Weird touchpad problem with Toshiba Satellite U405-S2833 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137603.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:24:38 GMT I hope someone can help me with this weird problem My laptop is Satellite U405-S2833 with 1.2 GB Core 2 duo. It came with a Vista home premium operating system, but I later added XP professional to it (Dual booting) About 10 months ago, the touchpad as well as the 3 USB ports stopped... I hope someone can help me with this weird problem
My laptop is Satellite U405-S2833 with 1.2 GB Core 2 duo.

It came with a Vista home premium operating system, but I later added XP professional to it (Dual booting)
About 10 months ago, the touchpad as well as the 3 USB ports stopped functioning. Two of the ports will not recognize peripherals, but could power the items, while the third was totally redundant. Since then, I have been using an express card USB adapter for attaching an external mouse and other peripherals. The problems were occurring in both operating systems.
Laptop technicians have had a look at it to no avail.

Here comes the weird part: On occasions when I had to repair or install windows, the pad works perfectly, only to stop working after windows has fully installed.

NB: I have updated the BIOS to the latest version (4.0). Windows 7 RC also exhibited the same problem ]]> Mobile Computing nijaboy http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137603.html Toshiba Trouble http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137574.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:02:25 GMT The HD died on my Toshiba laptop the other day. I replaced it and tried to do a full recovery from the disks that were furnished with the laptopbut had no luck.

I called Toshiba's tech support and talked to 2 different techs who both said that the problem was with my new HD.

I can install Linux on the HD without a hitch.

I can boot from the disks that came with the laptop and copy files to the new HD with no trouble.

I can see all the files on the recovery disks but if I try to do a full recovery I get error code 03-EEEE-0000.

From what I've been able to find online, those recovery disks are really nothing more than a set of coasters.

Has anyone had any luck doing a full recovery from the disks supplied with a Toshiba laptop and if so what did you do to make them work? ]]> Mobile Computing Ratlinbonez http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137574.html Satelite l305 booting http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137569.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:42:51 GMT i turn my computer on and it loads up till the point to were it shows the loading bar and it has the bars that go across periodically. and i let it sit one day for hours and it never went past that point..... i really have no idea how to fix it..... i tried taken the battery out and just turning it... i turn my computer on and it loads up till the point to were it shows the loading bar and it has the bars that go across periodically. and i let it sit one day for hours and it never went past that point..... i really have no idea how to fix it..... i tried taken the battery out and just turning it on with the ac power cord in but it still wont go past the loading screen..... how can i fix it.. thank you ]]> Mobile Computing marktatters1 http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic137569.html