There are a few things to consider before cracking open your laptop and popping in a new processor. If your system’s warranty is expired, there’s no harm in having a go yourself. But if you’re still under warranty, adding new hardware will certain void it. Find a visual guide for disassembling your specific machine (see Resources). Not all laptops are created (or assembled) equal, so the steps for taking them apart will vary somewhat....
Created to address entertainment systems featuring a few components, universal remotes seek to simply operation by replacing multiple controllers with one. Philips Magnavox universal remotes use a code database referencing makes and models of VCRs, DVD players, televisions and other devices from a variety of manufacturers. If the code is not present, aiming the original remote at the universal unit teaches the device. Universal remotes might not replicate each and every function for all of your devices, but it should do enough to reduce coffee table clutter and remote juggling....
SMART boards combine the display features of a projection screen with the interactive capabilities of a whiteboard. By connecting your computer to a projector, you can display images onto your SMART board and interact with them. Interaction will enhance your presentations whether you are using the SMART board to teach a high school class or to review budgets in an office. From the classroom to the board room, SMART boards make presentations more engaging and can be used with almost any computer, including a laptop....
Although people often think of Sirius/XM as something the be enjoyed in the car, it can be a great addition to a home stereo system as well. What’s more, you can listen to Sirius/XM both at home and in the car with a single subscription. There are a variety of Sirius-ready stereo receivers on the market, but even if your audio system isn’t designed for satellite radio connecting your Sirius/XM radio to your home stereo is an easy task....
The EasyCap is a line of USB video capture devices. These devices allow you to connect a video source, such as a VCR, video game console or camcorder, to a computer using composite video or S-video connections. Once you have connected your VCR to the EasyCap, you can use video capture software to record the audio and video output as a file on your computer’s hard drive or on a recordable DVD....
Keep track of your business transactions with a Microsoft Access database. Using tables and reports, you can log hours, wages and customer information, and display them with an invoice. Instead of manually creating a custom invoice each time you need to bill a client, Access can automatically generate invoices that you can view, print or email. The report you create will contain all invoices, so you won’t have to search for documents whenever you need to review previous invoices....
Updated September 18, 2017
Updated July 21, 2017 Connect a Netflix-ready device to your TV. This device grabs movies from the Internet and streams them to your TV screen. Examples of these devices include Wii, Xbox360, Internet-connected Blu-ray players, Internet-connected HDTVs, Tivo and Apple TV. Set up a router. If you don’t have a router, any simple one will do. The router allows your Netflix-ready device to connect to the Internet. If your router isn’t connected to the Internet, plug an Ethernet cable from your modem to the router....
Reformatting is the process of wiping off data from a hard disk and installing a new operating system. This is a last resort when the computer becomes unbearably slow, when errors pop up every now and then, when a computer crashes or when you simply want to change your operating system. Warnings Writer Bio
Before the digital revolution, the only time you may have considered connecting a device to the fuse panel in your car was if you were installing a new stereo system. However, with the introduction of mobile MP3 players, netbook computers and multitudes of new car accessories, there are many ways you might benefit from wiring external devices to the fuse panel rather than using bulky and cumbersome cigarette lighter adapters....
Sony is one of the oldest and best-known names in consumer electronics. In addition to their award-winning televisions, the company also makes a wide array of surround sound receivers and speakers. To enjoy these sound systems to best effect, you need to complete the wiring of your home theater system by properly connecting the speakers and subwoofer. Tips Warnings Writer Bio
Apple’s iPod was originally released in 2001 as an MP3 player that allowed you to carry “1,000 songs in your pocket” and has since evolved into a personal media center with many features. As of 2011, four iPod models are available: iPod classic, iPod touch, iPod nano and iPod shuffle. All iPod models, with the exception of the Shuffle, now play videos on top of music and the iPod touch even features mobile applications like the iPhone....
How to Delete an Instagram Account You can’t delete your Instagram account on your phone’s app. Instead, you must log in to your account on the Instagram website. Then, click your username in the main menu and select “Edit Profile” from the drop-down menu. Click the “I’d Like to Delete My Profile” link, and then confirm that you truly want to delete it. Instagram immediately deactivates your account. Additionally, deleting an individual photo or video on your account is also permanent and immediate and your content cannot be recovered....
If your cell phone supports a Bluetooth headset profile, you can easily use it with almost any Jabra Bluetooth headset. Pair your phone and headset prior to use, a process that allows the devices to communicate. Jabra recommends charging your headset fully before pairing. Connect your headset to a compatible charger for approximately two hours. The battery is charged when the indicator lights turn off. Leave the headset powered off until it’s time for pairing....
Panasonic plasma televisions vary in size and price. Panasonic lists televisions from 42 to 65 inches, with prices ranging from less than $500 to almost $6,000. After purchasing a Panasonic TV, consumers must adjust the settings in order to experience optimal viewing. People can adjust the aspect ratio, picture settings, color management and brightness. When a show with an aspect ratio of 4:3 displays on a wide-screen TV, black bars appear on the right and left of the picture....
Your iPhone is useless without a functioning battery. Fortunately, there is more than one way to charge your iPhone when the battery runs low. If your phone is in need of a charge, you have the option of plugging it into an outlet, a computer, or even your car. To avoid frequent needs to charge, make changes in the way you use your iPhone to extend its life. Routine maintenance and proper charging will not only extend the life of your battery, but also its lifespan....
“Error 6” indicates a common problem with LaserJet, a brand of dry electrophotographic laser printers from computer technology company Hewlett-Packard. One of such machines is the HP LaserJet 3390, an all-in-one printer that can print, copy, scan and fax documents. Writer Bio
The iPhone allows you to set up several email accounts on the phone for access to your emails from any location with an active cellular data or Wi-Fi connection. The emails are accessible through the phone’s Mail application. Proper setup of the account even gives you the ability to send email messages from your iPhone. Setup is a one-time occurrence unless you change your BellSouth Mail username or password. Writer Bio
Creating custom unique postcards allows the sender to share a special message with the person receiving the postcard. Depending on the level of sophistication the card requires, there are many easy to use and free software solutions. Many postcard creation software packages are offered by printers who link the software with their printing services. Writer Bio
Teradata SQL Assistant is a client utility based on the Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) technology. It provides a Query writer to send SQL commands to the database, creates reports, exports and imports data between an ODBC-compliant database and tools or spreadsheets, maintains history, and provides a visual Database Explorer to view the database objects. It has two editions, namely, Teradata SQL Assistant for Microsoft Windows and Teradata SQL Assistant Web Edition....
