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Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Dec 9, 2011

Douglas Garcia52 said:if it were original, we wouldn't be having any issues🙂

He told you he has the original version.🙂

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Dec 9, 2011

velvetlynx63 said:The system stays maintained because I run so many programs, which forces me to reinstall everything every few months anyway. Using an installation DVD doesn't dictate the quality of Windows 7 since it’s an original disc—and honestly, even if it wasn't, it wouldn't make much difference..

What exactly is happening on your end? What kind of issues start popping up over time? I handle some heavy lifting myself (CAD/CAM, coding, gaming occasionally), but I haven't hit the point where I need a full reinstall yet. My Windows 7 has been fine for the last two years. Does it just slow down or does stuff actually stop working? Just asking for my own curiosity. 🙂

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Nov 28, 2011

jadesurfer5 said:None of those programs actually fixed my issue... so I just left it as an Unknown device...

I was actually hoping to learn how to fix this for next time... because I honestly have no clue which component is missing its drivers...
Is there a way to look it up "manually" and then install it?!

It’s possible. Go into Device Manager, right-click that unknown component, hit Properties, and select the Details tab. From the drop-down menu, pick Hardware IDs. You’ll see something like PCI\VEN_XXXX&DEV_XXXX... instead of X, there will be specific numbers and letters. That VEN_XXXX part identifies the hardware Vendor, and DEV_XXXX identifies the specific device. For example, ATI is 1002, and their HD4850 graphics card is 9442. So, for an ATI HD4850, it would show VEN_1002&DEV_9442. Just copy that code into this search engine (just the numbers/letters, leave out the VEN and DEV):

http://www.pcidatabase.com/

Search by Vendor first, then the Device, since some Devices might share a code but belong to different Vendors.

That should give you a decent idea of what hardware you're dealing with and what to search for. 🙂

PS. If HP is involved, it’s probably the HP 3 D Driveguard driver you're missing. It's usually on the driver site, tucked away under "other" or "misc," which is why people miss it.

I just got a fine from the MTA in Miscellaneous · Nov 22, 2011

Well, maybe next time she'll be smarter about it. 😁 I'm not sure what to suggest regarding an appeal, other than maybe trying to argue for a lower fine since she's still a college student...

I just got a fine from the MTA in Miscellaneous · Nov 22, 2011

Brian Edwards6 said:The cover has a serial number, just like a driver's license.👍

I know there’s a stamp involved, but that just leaves too much room for manipulation within the MTA. They have access to every single serial number on those passes; if someone gets flagged, they could easily pull that data and just write up a citation. If they ask for an ID, that’s one thing. But isn't an ID meant for verifying identity, not for checking a transit pass? 😁 It’s like someone trying to write you a speeding ticket based on your gym membership ID. 😁

I think there might be something here worth pursuing, but we'll see. 👍

I just got a fine from the MTA in Miscellaneous · Nov 21, 2011

How can they even issue a fine just based on a photo? They’d need an ID number or something official to back it up. I guess you should just tell them you weren't even on that MTA bus. Anyone could make up your name and surname.

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Apr 6, 2011

Taylor Doyle79 said:Where can I download SP1 for this week? 🤷 😬 Everything else seems to be updating without any issues, I guess.

We were debating web browsers at work today. I mentioned that I actually like Internet Explorer 9, but then this one self-proclaimed expert jumps in to tell me how much it sucks. She insisted that IE will never be on Mozilla's level and just won't ever get there. Apparently, she spends all her time reading forums and talking to people who agree with her. 😕 And they're using Chrome. 😁
I just kind of stood there, stunned. I guess I just said, "Alright, fine."

How does IE9 stack up security-wise? Or is it just trash compared to Firefox? 🙂

What did you expect to get out of an old lady? Maybe you should've just handed her a wooden spoon instead. 😁

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Mar 12, 2011

Linda Booth4 said:I'm looking for someone who really knows their way around Windows 7—specifically how to download and install it. If you can send me a tutorial via Private Message and help me troubleshoot any errors that pop up, let me know. It's urgent. Thanks in advance.

I could do it. Just shoot me a Private Message and tell me what you're paying.

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Mar 6, 2011

Douglas Anderson41 said:Hey everyone.

I could use some help here. I'm having issues with Windows 7 64. It’s a bit of a mess. I had this version running fine for ages, then suddenly it started freezing during startup. I tried a clean install of Windows. I downloaded all the latest drivers, shut down, waited a few hours, turned it back on... and yeah, it froze again right at startup. I ran Startup Repair, and it suggested unplugging external devices. I pulled the USB gamepad, but that didn't do anything. I did some digging online and thought maybe it was a driver issue. I recently installed an ATI (11.2) driver for my Radeon HD 5870, so I tried reinstalling everything again—motherboard, graphics, and my Samsung 2333 HD monitor using the drivers from the included discs. Everything seemed fine for a moment, until the internet cut out. When I tried to reconnect, the screen went haywire—kind of like a GPU failure with those undefined white lines across the display—and I had to force a restart. This happened while trying to connect to the web, though it's also happened a few times just watching YouTube.

To summarize: it freezes at startup and Startup Repair is useless. Before that, it would freeze within Windows itself (though games actually run fine), showing horizontal lines before needing a reboot. The last time was specifically when I was trying to connect to the internet while the screen said "verifying username and password."

I'm probably forgetting something, but I'll remember once people start replying. I've reinstalled Windows about 5 or 6 times now and fully updated everything using the driver discs. It used to work perfectly, then this just started happening out of nowhere. I suspect maybe the new ATI driver or perhaps DirectX, but even the disc drivers seem to trigger it.

Thanks. Hopefully someone can help.

So:

1. Check your temperatures and post them here.

2. See what errors Event Viewer is throwing and list them here.

3. Download MHddt here (iso image), burn it, and let it scan the hard drive. Post any errors you find here.

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Feb 26, 2011

Feeling frustrated? 😁

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Feb 20, 2011

You'll need this under option 3, specifically a Microsoft Word 97 Document 🙂 You could always just mail the coffee to my house 😁

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Feb 19, 2011

Let's not overthink this. Just read the post a few times until it actually sticks. 🙂

http://www.reddit.com/showpost.php?p=2...1&postcount=13

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Feb 6, 2011

Even the desktop had some profanity on it because someone messed up the branding 😁

That’s just a beta, regardless of what the 7600 tag says. The RTM version is officially labeled Windows 7 RTM build 7600.16385.090713-1255. Besides, your installation date is July 20, 2009, but the RTM was built on July 22, 2009, and didn't hit shelves until October 22, 2009. So, based on when you installed it, there's no way it's the final version.

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Feb 6, 2011

Why are you still running a beta version? Just join us in the present and install the full release 😁

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Jan 27, 2011

Zachary Parker84 said:and recession is... I can't afford the RAM... everyone knows you need an upgrade, but I just can't find the cash lately..

You don't actually need money. Just download 2GB:

http://www.downloadmoreram.com/downloading.html

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Jan 27, 2011

Grab another 1 or 2 GB of RAM. Otherwise, I guess you'll just have your disk constantly thrashing through the page file.

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Jan 16, 2011

The update is supposedly coming on January 18th.

How to change Windows XP language from German to English in Software · Jan 10, 2011

Which service pack are you running?

How to change Windows XP language from German to English in Software · Jan 10, 2011

Can you just wipe German out through Add/Remove Programs? If that doesn't work, maybe try Googling this based on whatever service pack you're running:

http://www.google.com/#sclient=psy&hl...28a8b8cfad0ee7

Anyone still running Windows 7? in Software · Dec 26, 2010

Security isn't really equal; it’s just better on x64 because of things like Hardware enforcement DEP, kernel patch Protection, plus you can't run unsigned drivers and stuff like that.

The fact that your HD movie was stuttering probably has nothing to do with x64. It's likely some driver issue. I guess you should install drivers for all your hardware, but make sure you get them directly from the manufacturer's site. Windows installs most of them automatically, but those are just generic drivers. Your hardware won't actually work the way it's supposed to until you give it the real ones.