Maintaining Your Computer

If you've ever fried a CPU because you didn't clean your fan, lost a decade of your digital life to a hard drive crash, or spent four hours trying to remove a nasty virus, you learned a valuable lesson about the need to maintain your computer.

Medical experts remind us that "prevention is the best medicine" so as your personal computer support expert, I'm going to strongly advise that you apply the same logic to your computer!

These resources will help you keep your computer running in tip-top shape for as long as you choose to own it.

1. Backup Your Data
2. Update! Update! Update!
3. Keep Your Computer Clean

Backup Your Data

The most important thing you can do as a computer owner is to consistently and reliably back up the data stored on your hard drive. Hardware used to be the most valuable part of a computer but those bits and bytes are now the real investment.

You've spent huge amounts of money on software and digital music and video, and countless hours authoring documents and organizing your digital files. If you don't regularly backup this information, a serious computer problem could leave you with nothing but a huge feeling of regret.

Now that I've scared you a bit, use these resources to keep your data safe!

• Best Backup Software Titles

norton ghost

Acronis true image home

norton save and restore 2.0

Genie bakup manager home

• Best Online Backup Services

. CrashPlan+

. CrashPlan+

. ADrive

. AVG LiveKive

. Backblaze

Keeping the software on your computer updated is no longer an optional part of computer ownership. Viruses, worms, junk mail, security breaches, hardware incompatibilities, and software conflicts are all now part of your daily digital life.Update! Update! Update!

Updating your computer with the latest patches, fixes, and device drivers really can keep these annoyances at bay. Updates are freely available on the Internet for just about every antivirus program, email client, operating system, and piece of hardware you could possibly own.

These resources can help you locate these updates and keep your computer out of harm's way.

• Manufacturer Support Sites
• Driver Search Sites

Keep Your Computer Clean

We all know that most things run a little better when they're clean. Water flows easier when your plumbing is clean, your car's engine runs better if you've been taking care of it, and your dryer does more in less time when you clean out the lint.

Your computer is no different. Keeping your files and folders tidy in your virtual world and clearing the dust and grime that builds up inside and outside your computer all play a part in keeping it running smooth day in and day out.

• The Right Way to Clean a Flat Screen (LCD) Monitor
• Clean Out the Temp Folder (Vista)
• Clear the Internet Cache in Firefox
• Clear the Temporary Internet Files in IE

How To Fix a Blue Screen of Death

A Blue Screen of Death also called a STOP Error, will appear when an issue is so serious that Windows must stop completely.

A Blue Screen of Death is usually hardware or driver related. Most BSODs show a STOP code that can be used to help figure out the root cause of the Blue Screen of Death.

Did your PC restart after the BSOD? If the blue screen flashed and your computer rebooted automatically before you had time to read anything, see Tip #3 at the bottom of the page.

Note: Some of these steps may require you to start Windows in Safe Mode. If that's not possible then skip those steps.

1. The most important Blue Screen of Death troubleshooting step you can take is to ask yourself what you just did.
   Did you just install a new program or a piece of hardware, update a driver, install an update, etc.? If so, there's a very good chance that the change you made caused the BSOD.
   Undo the change you made and test again for the STOP Error. Depending on what change you made, some solutions might include:
   • Startup using Last Known Good Configuration to undo recent registry and driver changes.
   • Use System Restore to undo recent system changes.
   • Roll Back device driver to version prior to your driver update.
2. Verify that a minimum amount of free space is available on your Windows partition. Blue Screens of Death and other serious issues, like data corruption, can occur if there's not enough free space on your primary partition used for the Windows operating system.
   Note: Microsoft recommends that you maintain at least 100MB of free space but I regularly see problems with free space that low. I usually advise Windows users to keep at least 15% of a drive's capacity free at all times.
3. Scan your computer for viruses. Some viruses can cause a Blue Screen of Death, especially ones that infect the master boot record (MBR) or boot sector.
   Important: Make sure your virus scanning software is completely up to date and that it's configured to scan the MBR and boot sector.
4. Apply all available Windows service packs and other updates. Microsoft regularly releases patches and service packs for their operating systems that may contain fixes for the cause of your BSOD.
5. Update drivers for your hardware. Most Blue Screens of Death are hardware or driver related so updated drivers could fix the cause of the STOP error.
6. Check the System and Application logs in Event Viewer (7/Vista | XP) for errors or warnings that might provide more clues on the cause of the BSOD.
7. Return hardware settings to default in Device Manager. Unless you have a specific reason to do so, the system resources that an individual piece of hardware is configured to use in Device Manager should be set to default. Non-default hardware settings have been known to cause a Blue Screen of Death.
8. Return BIOS settings to their default levels. An overclocked or misconfigured BIOS can cause all sorts of random issues, including BSODs.
   Note: If you've made several customizations to your BIOS settings and don't wish to load the default ones then at least try returning clock speed, voltage settings, and BIOS memory options to their default settings and see if that fixes the STOP error.
9. Make sure all internal cables, cards, and other components are installed and seated properly. Hardware that's not firmly in place can cause a Blue Screen of Death so try reseating the following and then test for the STOP message again:
   • Reseat all internal data and power cables
   • Reseat the memory modules
   • Reseat any expansion cards
10. Perform diagnostic tests on all hardware you're able to test. It's highly likely that the root cause of any given Blue Screen of Death is a failing piece of hardware:
    • Test your system memory
    • Test your hard disk drive
    If a test fails, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
11. Update your BIOS. In some situations, and outdated BIOS could cause a Blue Screen of Death due to certain incompatibilities.
12. Start your PC with essential hardware only. A useful troubleshooting step in many situations, including BSOD issues, is to start your computer with the minimum hardware necessary to run the operating system. If your computer starts successfully it proves that one of the removed hardware devices was the cause of the STOP message.
    Tip: Typically, the only necessary hardware for starting your PC through to the operating system includes the motherboard, CPU, RAM, primary hard drive, keyboard, video card, and monitor.

Tips:

1. Find that hardware is the cause of your Blue Screen of Death? Try this:

   • Replace the hardware.
   • Update the hardware's firmware.
   • Make sure the hardware is on the Hardware Compatibility List.
   • Check with the manufacturer for support information.

2. Find that a software program is the cause of your Blue Screen of Death? Try this:

   • Reinstall the software.
   • Check for and install any available program updates.
   • Check with the developer for support information.
   • Try a competing program.

3. Is your PC restarting before you can read the STOP Code on the Blue Screen of Death?

   Most Windows PCs are configured to reboot immediately after receiving a serious error like a BSOD. You can prevent this reboot by disabling the automatic restart on system failure option.

How To Troubleshoot a Computer That Turns On and Then Immediately Turns Off

                                  Is your computer turning off by itself immediately or at some point before the operating system loads? If so, you may be facing anything from an electrical short to a serious hardware issue.

Since there are several reasons that your PC might be shutting off by itself during the boot process, it's important that you step through a logical troubleshooting process like the one I've described below.

1. Troubleshoot the cause of the beep code, assuming you're lucky enough to hear one. A beep code will give you a very good idea of exactly where to look for the cause of your computer turning off.

   BIOS beep code

   "One day I turned on my PC and it started beeping at me! After a bit of research, I found out that the long beep that I heard meant that my memory was damaged."
   If you don't resolve the problem that way, you can always return here and continue troubleshooting with the more generic information below.

2. Verify that the power supply voltage switch is set correctly. If the input voltage for the power supply does not match the correct setting for your country, your computer may not stay powered on.

   Chances are your computer wouldn't power on at all if this switch is wrong but an incorrect power supply voltage might also cause your computer turn off by itself.

3. Check for causes of electrical shorts inside your computer. This is very often the cause of the problem when the computer powers on for a second or two but then powers off completely.

            It's very, very important that you spend the time necessary to inspect the inside of your computer for issues that can cause shorting. If you don't take the time to troubleshoot this possibility thoroughly you may end up missing a simple electrical short and instead performing costly hardware replacements later on for no good reason.

4. Test your power supply. Just because your computer came on for a few moments doesn't mean that the power supply unit in your computer is working properly. In my experience, the power supply tends to cause more problems than any other piece of hardware and is very often the cause of a computer turning off by itself.

   Replace your power supply if it fails any of your tests.

5. Test the power button on the front of your computer's case. If the power button is shorting out or even just sticking to the case, it might be the reason your computer is turning off by itself.

   Replace the power button if it fails your testing or if you suspect it's not working properly.
6. Reseat everything inside of your computer. Reseating will reestablish all of the connections inside your computer which may have wiggled loose over time.
   Try reseating the following and then see if your computer stays on:
   • Reseat all internal data and power cables
   • Reseat the memory modules
   • Reseat any expansion cards
   Note: Unplug and reattach your keyboard and mouse as well. There is little chance that either one is the cause of this problem but we shouldn't overlook them while we're reseating everything else.
7. Reseat the CPU only if you suspect that it might have come loose or might not have been installed properly.
   Note: I call this out separately only because the chance of a CPU coming loose is very slim and because installing one is a sensitive task. This isn't a big concern if you're careful so don't worry!
8. Start your PC with essential hardware only. The purpose here is to remove as much hardware as possible while still maintaining your computer's ability to power on.
   • If your computer turns on, and stays on, with essential hardware only, proceed to Step 9.
   • If your computer continues to turn off by itself, proceed to Step 10.
   Important: This troubleshooting step is easy enough for anyone to complete, takes no special tools, and could give a lot of very valuable information. This isn't a step to skip if, after all the steps above, your computer is still shutting off by itself.
9. Reinstall each piece of nonessential hardware, one component at a time, testing your computer after each installation.
   Since your PC powered on with only the essential hardware installed, those components are working properly. This means that one of the devices you removed is causing your computer to turn off by itself. By installing each device back into your computer and testing after each installation, you'll eventually find the hardware that caused your problem.
   Replace the faulty hardware once you've identified it. These Hardware Installation Videos might come in handy as you're reinstalling your hardware.
10. Test your PC using a Power On Self Test card. If your computer continues to power off by itself with nothing but essential PC hardware installed, a POST card will help identify which piece of remaining hardware is to blame.
    If you don't already own and are unwilling to purchase a POST card, skip to Step 11.
11. Replace each piece of essential hardware in your computer with a "known good" identical or equivalent spare piece of hardware, one component at a time, to determine which piece of hardware is causing your computer to shut off automatically. Test after each hardware replacement to determine which device is faulty.
    Note: Most normal computer users don't have a collection of working spare computer parts at their disposals. My advice is to revisit Step 10. A POST card is not expensive and is a much more reasonable approach than stocking spare computer parts.
12. Finally, if all else fails, you'll likely need to seek professional help from a computer repair service or from your computer manufacturer's technical support.
    Unfortunately, if you're without a POST card and also without spare parts to swap in and out, you're left not knowing which piece of your essential computer hardware is faulty. In these cases you have little option than to rely on individuals or companies that do have these resources.

How To Troubleshoot a Computer That Shows No Sign of Power

There are several reasons that your computer won't power on so it's very important that you step through a complete troubleshooting procedure like the one I've outlined below.

Important: If it appears that your computer is in fact receiving power (you see lights on the computer case, fans are running, etc.), see my How To Troubleshoot a Computer That Won't Turn On guide for a more applicable guide.

Here's How:

1. Believe it or not, the number one reason why a computer won't turn on is because it wasn't turned on!
   Before starting a sometimes time consuming troubleshooting process, make sure you've turned on every power switch and power button on your computer:
   • Power button/switch on the front of the computer
   • Power switch on the back of the computer
   • Power switch on the power strip, surge protector, or UPS (if you have one)
2. Verify that the power supply voltage switch is set correctly. If the input voltage for the power supply does not match the correct setting for your country, your computer may not power on at all.
3. Check for disconnected computer power cable connections. A loose or unplugged power cable is one of the top reasons why a computer doesn't turn on.
4. Replace the computer's power cable. This is the power cable that runs between the computer case and the power source.
   A bad power cable isn't a common cause of a computer not receiving power but it does happen and is very easy to test for. You can use the one that's powering your monitor (as long as it seems to be getting power), one from another computer, or a new one.
5. Perform a "lamp test" to verify power is being provided from the wall. Your computer isn't going to turn on if it's not getting power so you need to make sure that the power source is working properly.
   Note: I don't recommend testing an outlet with a multimeter. Sometimes a tripped breaker can leak just enough power to show proper voltage on the meter, leaving you with the assumption that your power is working. Putting a real load on the outlet, like a lamp, is a better option.
6. Test your power supply. At this point in your troubleshooting, it's very likely that the power supply unit (PSU) in your computer is no longer working and should be replaced. You should however test it just to be sure. There's no reason to replace a working piece of hardware when testing it is fairly easy.
   Exception: An ozone smell or very high pitched noise, combined with no power at all in the computer, is an almost certain indication that the power supply is bad. Unplug your computer immediately and skip the testing.
   Replace your power supply if it fails your testing or you experience the symptoms I just described.
   Important: In the majority of cases when a computer isn't receiving power, a nonworking power supply is to blame. I bring this up again to help stress that this troubleshooting step should not be skipped. The next few causes to consider aren't nearly as common.
7. Test the power button on the front of your computer's case. It's not a very common point of failure but your computer might not be receiving power because the power button on the front of your PC is damaged and is not actually turning your computer on.
   Replace the power button if it fails your testing. Depending on how your computer's case is designed, you may be able to use the reset button in the meantime.
8. Replace your motherboard. If you're confident that your wall power, power supply, and power button are working, it's likely that there is a problem with your PC's motherboard and it should be replaced.
   Note: While perfectly doable by anyone with some patience, replacing a motherboard is rarely a quick, easy, or inexpensive task. Be sure you've exhausted all of the other troubleshooting advice I've given above before replacing your motherboard.
   Note: I highly recommend that you test your computer with a Power On Self Test card to confirm that the motherboard is the cause of your computer not turning on at all.

Windows restarts without warning

Cause

This issue could be caused by any of the below possibilities.

1. Software issue or error.
2. Hardware issue or error.
3. Heat related issue.
4. Computer virus.
5. Issue with operating system.

Answer

Tip: This document is for computers that are restarting or rebooting by themselves and not computer's that turn off and remain off.

Software issue or error

Errors generated by software programs can cause a computer to reboot unexpectedly or without warning. If you are running Windows XP see the below section "For Windows XP users" before continuing.

If you are not running Windows XP or following the below steps still cause your computer to reboot without warning. Boot your computer into Safe Mode, and let the computer run in Safe Mode.

If the computer is still rebooting in Safe Mode the issue is likely not software related but something else, skip to the next section. If the computer is not rebooting in Safe Mode it is likely you have software related issue. We would recommend you run through the basic troubleshooting section for your operating system.

For Windows XP users

Windows XP is designed to automatically reboot each time an error occurs such as a BSoD. Although this may be nice for errors that do not occur often, users who have a re-occurring error may wish to identify the error to troubleshoot it. Below are the steps on how this feature can be disabled and enabled in Windows XP.

1. From the desktop right-click on My Computer.
2. Click the Properties option.
3. In the System Properties window click the Advanced tab.
4. In Advanced click the Settings button under Startup and Recovery.
5. In the Startup and Recovery window uncheck the Automatically restart check box.
6. Click Ok.

Now if the computer generates and error it should not automatically restart and enable you to display any errors your computer may be experiencing.

Hardware issue or error

Caution: Some of the below steps require you open your computer. While in the computer, be cautious of ESD.

Any failing hardware component in your computer could cause your computer to unexpectedly generate an error or reboot without warning. If you have recently attempted to add a new hardware device, remove that device to make sure it is not causing your issues.

Make sure you are not encountering any hardware conflicts by viewing Device Manager for errors.

New drivers can also cause this issue, if you have recently performed any hardware driver updates you may wish to try an earlier version of the drivers. Additional information and help with computer drivers can be found on our drivers page.

If you have updated drivers and removed any hardware that could be causing this issue and continue to experience random reboots, it's possible that the memory is bad in the computer.

• How can I test my memory to determine if it is bad?

Finally, hardware devices that are not installed properly in the computer can also cause random reboots. Make sure all the cables and expansion cards are connected properly to the computer. The best way to determine this is to disconnect and reconnect all cables and expansion cards.

Computer virus

Computer viruses such as the blaster virus are written to reboot your computer without warning. Usually these viruses will make the computer reboot ever 5, 10, 15 or 30 minutes after the computer has booted.

If you believe your computer may be infected with a virus or are uncertain if your computer is infected with a virus make sure your virus scanner definitions are up to date.

• How do I update my antivirus program?

Heat related issue

Many computer today are designed to turn off or automatically reboot if the computer, processor, or other device in your computer gets to hot. If you have heard any abnormal noises coming from your computer recently such as a high squealing this could indicate a fan may be failing in your computer.

First, verify the fan on the power supply is working by examining the back of the computer and seeing if the fan is moving and moving smoothly. For all other fans in the computer you will need to either open the computer and verify all fans are working, e.g. processor fan and case fan.

Tip: If your BIOS monitors the RPM of the fans enter CMOS Setup and verify it does not report any errors.

• What temperature should my processor be running at?

Issue with operating system

If after following each of the above recommendations your computer still continues to reboot it is likely that you are experiencing a Microsoft Windows operating system related issue that cannot be explained. To help make sure this is the case try the below steps.

1. Reboot the computer and enter CMOS setup as the computer is booting.
2. After you have loaded the computer in CMOS setup let the computer sit.

If the computer does not reboot while letting the computer sit in CMOS it is likely that you are in fact experiencing an issue with Microsoft Windows and it is recommend that if you have followed all of the above recommendations that you reinstall Microsoft Windows.

Microsoft Office 2010

                                              

Download the trial pack of microsoft office 2010 from the official website of microsoft.

click on this link download.

then use any one of the serials belowto get the full version of microsoft office 2010and enjoy.

Office Professional Plus 2010 Beta
22HGX-728MX-BBWX9-7BB8X-J96B4orJY3BG-6TWB9-MP282-22YY3-84MDY
Project Professional 2010 BetaCQYRY-3KBR3-JW34C-VGH7M-MQM49Visio Premium 2010 BetaPQCFB-YGXGC-TXB66-DH3VW-GCGYQ                 other key-WMY8F-7JMQT-D6FPR-2FT9G-WJ8BJ
-M428V-8WR3G-R9R3W-RH7D4-6KTHW
-V7DQ9-PXWMD-KTWQB-V28FR-FX4MJ
-HVWXP-6GCTT-2HY26-BKGXF-BMPVW-VC26Y-CR4WW-XQRGV-JG99Q-6RMYJ
-RCYDF-XRB9R-YJYJH-CHYTK-KXCVW-TT3M8-H3469-V89G6-8FWK7-D3Q9Q-GM3C4-HQQJV-4TGMX-3R8CP-G928Q-TT3M8-H3469-V89G6-8FWK7-D3Q9Q  -V896H-YQG24-DDH4P-C9DYJ-KQVR6-QWJPF-2W3DM-V2X3F-9H7WH-CFCVW -K3GFK-PBHXT-DG3F2-VXY6B-MKQ6B

 download serial key

please comment if any of serial are not working !!!

Minimum system requirements for Nero 11

  

 Minimum system requirements for Nero 11

DOWNLOAD

Windows┬« XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP1 or later (32 and 64-bit), Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional or Ultimate (32 and 64-bit)2 GHz AMD or Intel┬« processor, 512 MB RAM (1 GB RAM for Windows Vista┬« or Windows┬« 7)For HD Video Editing: Processor Intel┬« CoreΓΓÇ II Duo 2.2 GHz, AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ 2.6GHz or above, 2 GB RAM5 GB hard drive space for a typical installation of all components (including templates, content and temporary disk space)Microsoft┬« DirectX┬« 9.0 compliant graphics card with 3D acceleration, 16-bit color, and a minimum of 128 MB video memory is required (32-bit, true color, 256 MB dedicated video RAM, and support for Shader Model 3.0 is recommended)DVD disc drive for installation and playback, Blu-ray Disc capable drive for BD playbackCD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc recordable or rewritable drive for burning and video authoringWindows Media┬« Player 9DescriptionLightweight version of Nero 11.0.15800 Platinum HD, the latest version of the universal utility for writing to CD / DVD and edit multimedia content. This is one of the best software packages for writing to CD-R, CD-RW and DVD drives. Allows you to use most of the models of drives, with the recording as an audio-CD, and "computer" drives, including boot, as well as video (formats Video CD and Super Video CD) and DVD.Convert DVD-Video and video filesFrom videos on your mobile phone to DVD movies, every device seems to require a different playback format. Nero 11 provides advanced video transcoding that converts virtually any DVD-Video or video file to any video format for playback on any device so you can seamlessly watch your favorite videos anywhere or any place.Easy and Advanced Video Editing ModesGet amazing creative results no matter what level of video editing experience you have. Easily switch from Express Editing Storyboard to advanced multi-track editing with just one click, and seamlessly hand over the same project within the same window. Go from quick and easy template effects to multi-track editing, keyframe controls within the same video editing screen, amazing Picture-in-Picture effect overlay templates and more. Ramped up to give you the best output, your home video projects will impress your friends and family like never before.Burn long lasting discsExpect nothing less than the best with the experts who started burning. Exclusive Nero SecurDisc 3.0 with Surface Scan helps ensure disc readability regardless of scratches, age and deterioration so your content remains intact for a long time.Composition[#]BackItUp[#]Burning ROM[#]Cover Designer[#]Express[#]Kwik Media[#]Recode[#]Rescue Agent[#]Sound Trax[#]Video[#]Wave Editor

Repack's features[#]The choice of language regardless of the system language (RUS / ENG)[#]Made completely new installer[#]Removed start pages[#]Removed online services[#]Remove all languages except English and Russian[#]Enclosing a tablet (patch iOTA 01.11.2011, DTS, mp3PRO plug-ins and working serial number)[#]Silent install:/S /LRUS/S /LENG[#]If you add this key, the installation BackItUp will be skipped/NB
Additional components (Installed if necessary)VC++ 2005-2010Framework 4MSXML 4All your statements about viruses in the package will be ignored, because we all know that software vendors are working with anti-virus vendors and all the patches and repacks falsely detected with the antivirus as virus.