Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!!

Maximillian_Jenius · July 12th, 2006, 22:38

So I bought a DELL XPS media computer in April. But finally put it together a week ago due to not having a desk to place it on.

Anyways. For the last 3-4 days the computer has been freezing randomly when online. When it freezes the curser is able to move about freely.On links when frozen it remains an arrow and doesn't turn into a pointing hand.

As stated it freezes for 3-5 minutes randomly then resumes SOP. I did a virus scan and it came up with nothing, the computer is clean. Dell tech support I hear is in India or Pakistan so ummmm no thanks. So I decided to ask the JC computer geeks for suggestions.

Help...please!!!

FlyingNole · July 13th, 2006, 00:38

Stop looking at Sean Cody porn...That usually does the trick.

Maximillian_Jenius · July 13th, 2006, 01:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by FlyingNole

Stop looking at Sean Cody porn...That usually does the trick.

And you would know about SeanCody.com how???

Doug Taylor · July 13th, 2006, 01:39

BUSTED!

But on the topic, I have no idea.

Maximillian_Jenius · July 13th, 2006, 01:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doug Taylor

BUSTED!

But on the topic, I have no idea.

What good are you then...???

Your the biggest computer geek on the site!

Doug Taylor · July 13th, 2006, 01:56

Does that problem happen with all websites?

Maximillian_Jenius · July 13th, 2006, 02:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doug Taylor

Does that problem happen with all websites?

All websites..yes. Lately its been acting better.

Tim · July 13th, 2006, 02:49

After sitting for a while maybe it just needed for a while to run to get the bugs out

Tim · July 13th, 2006, 02:49

After sitting for a while maybe it just needed for a while to run to get the bugs out

Dugie8 · July 13th, 2006, 08:19

Sounds like the hard drive may be dieing. My laptop just took it in the rear like a NYC pretty boy. The hard drive was failing and I would get these long periods of HDD loading, then eventually a BSOD and a reboot to the "No OS found" error message. But this did this constantly, not just when loading web pages. What kind of connection are you using for the internet (USB to modem, LAN to modem, wireless, etc)?

TFaudree_ERAU · July 13th, 2006, 09:27

Couple of suggestions.

Check to make sure you have the latest drivers for your video and sound card, as well as the motherboard. Since you have a Dell, their website SHOULD have them. If not, call tech support.

Open up your device manager and make sure there are no conflicting devices. If so, call tech support and let them help you sort it out.

Lastly, try running Firefox as your web browser. www.mozilla.com/firefox

Did your computer come with the Windows XP already installed, or did you have to put it on there yourself. If its the latter case, its always a good idea to "burn in" the system for a day or so before installing any additional programs.

BlueStreak · July 13th, 2006, 10:25

It may be a lemon. I bought a Dell desktop for my wife a few months ago. It worked fine for about a week, then starting having all kinds of issues. We called Dell support, yep it's overseas, and they had a local tech come out and replace our power supply one week. That didn't fix it. Had another tech come out and replace the mother board. That didn't fix it. Had another tech come out and replace the hard drive. That didn't fix it. To this day I have no idea what was causing the issues, but long story short, we complained enough and had a brand new computer shipped out to us. We haven't had any problems with the new one, go figure.

I usally build my own computers, but figured this time around it would be "quicker and easier" to just order a Dell. Never again. I'll go back to building them myself next time (of course you can't build laptops). I was like you though, I put off calling tech support until we had no other options. I also couldn't fix it myself because it was under warranty and any parts I put in it would've void that. So basically you have to go through their system. I used to be a big fan of Dell, but have noticed a pretty big decline in the quality of their machines in recent years. Too much outsourcing in my opinion. Anyways, enough rambling. I recommend giving Dell a call and having them fix it before your warranty expires.

FlyingNole · July 13th, 2006, 11:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maximillian_Jenius

And you would know about SeanCody.com how???

You don't have to be gay to know about stuff like that. The dude is an icon in Miami.

JaceTheAce · July 13th, 2006, 12:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by FlyingNole

Stop looking at Sean Cody porn...That usually does the trick.

Bel Ami is better.

Tim · July 13th, 2006, 17:19

I guess I am lucky though I have 2 Dells, a desktop and laptop and the only issue with either one was with the desktop the cd/burner did work fully when I got it. I got in touch with Pakistan and after 1 hour of trying junk the guy goes "I guess you need a new cd drive" I said well I told you that an hour ago and they sent a tech out here to change. Overall though I cant complain

Maximillian_Jenius · July 13th, 2006, 20:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dugie8

My laptop just took it in the rear like a NYC pretty boy.

That line cracked me up keep em coming Dooogie!

July 12th, 2006, 22:38	#1
Maximillian_Jenius Old Skool Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: KPHX, KFFZ, KIWA Posts: 18,659	Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! So I bought a DELL XPS media computer in April. But finally put it together a week ago due to not having a desk to place it on. Anyways. For the last 3-4 days the computer has been freezing randomly when online. When it freezes the curser is able to move about freely.On links when frozen it remains an arrow and doesn't turn into a pointing hand. As stated it freezes for 3-5 minutes randomly then resumes SOP. I did a virus scan and it came up with nothing, the computer is clean. Dell tech support I hear is in India or Pakistan so ummmm no thanks. So I decided to ask the JC computer geeks for suggestions. Help...please!!! __________________ Rear Admiral www.gayviator.com Maximillian Pegasus

July 13th, 2006, 00:38	#2
FlyingNole Old Skool Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Posts: 2,090	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! Stop looking at Sean Cody porn...That usually does the trick. __________________ Don't call her a babe, ok? She is a Chechnyan prostitute, and you will address her as such! -ATHF

July 13th, 2006, 01:39	#4
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July 13th, 2006, 01:56	#6
Doug Taylor Agent Smith Join Date: Dec 1969 Location: KSDL Posts: 39,771 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! Does that problem happen with all websites? __________________ Doug Taylor http://76school.flyblog.com (old!) http://30west.flyblog.com (updated 11/28)

July 13th, 2006, 02:49	#8
Tim Old Skool Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,205	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! After sitting for a while maybe it just needed for a while to run to get the bugs out __________________ Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turn skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.----- Leonardo Da Vinci

July 13th, 2006, 08:19	#10
Dugie8 Old Skool Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: KRST Posts: 1,819	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! Sounds like the hard drive may be dieing. My laptop just took it in the rear like a NYC pretty boy. The hard drive was failing and I would get these long periods of HDD loading, then eventually a BSOD and a reboot to the "No OS found" error message. But this did this constantly, not just when loading web pages. What kind of connection are you using for the internet (USB to modem, LAN to modem, wireless, etc)? __________________ Aircraft without engine(s) prohibited... -KMIA 10-9

July 13th, 2006, 09:27	#11
TFaudree_ERAU Old Skool Join Date: May 2006 Location: Virginia is for Lovers, yacht chasing on the weekends Posts: 1,772	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! Couple of suggestions. Check to make sure you have the latest drivers for your video and sound card, as well as the motherboard. Since you have a Dell, their website SHOULD have them. If not, call tech support. Open up your device manager and make sure there are no conflicting devices. If so, call tech support and let them help you sort it out. Lastly, try running Firefox as your web browser. www.mozilla.com/firefox Did your computer come with the Windows XP already installed, or did you have to put it on there yourself. If its the latter case, its always a good idea to "burn in" the system for a day or so before installing any additional programs.

July 13th, 2006, 10:25	#12
BlueStreak Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: MI Posts: 197	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! It may be a lemon. I bought a Dell desktop for my wife a few months ago. It worked fine for about a week, then starting having all kinds of issues. We called Dell support, yep it's overseas, and they had a local tech come out and replace our power supply one week. That didn't fix it. Had another tech come out and replace the mother board. That didn't fix it. Had another tech come out and replace the hard drive. That didn't fix it. To this day I have no idea what was causing the issues, but long story short, we complained enough and had a brand new computer shipped out to us. We haven't had any problems with the new one, go figure. I usally build my own computers, but figured this time around it would be "quicker and easier" to just order a Dell. Never again. I'll go back to building them myself next time (of course you can't build laptops). I was like you though, I put off calling tech support until we had no other options. I also couldn't fix it myself because it was under warranty and any parts I put in it would've void that. So basically you have to go through their system. I used to be a big fan of Dell, but have noticed a pretty big decline in the quality of their machines in recent years. Too much outsourcing in my opinion. Anyways, enough rambling. I recommend giving Dell a call and having them fix it before your warranty expires. __________________ Private Pilot SEL, Instrument, FAA Dispatcher When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return. — Leonardo da Vinci

July 13th, 2006, 17:19	#15
Tim Old Skool Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,205	Re: Why didn't I get a Mac...someone help me!!! I guess I am lucky though I have 2 Dells, a desktop and laptop and the only issue with either one was with the desktop the cd/burner did work fully when I got it. I got in touch with Pakistan and after 1 hour of trying junk the guy goes "I guess you need a new cd drive" I said well I told you that an hour ago and they sent a tech out here to change. Overall though I cant complain __________________ Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turn skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.----- Leonardo Da Vinci

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