Re: System Recovery-How long should it take?
Honestly, this is a ridiculous amount of time. Why doesn't HP just use a Clonezilla license and be done with it. I troubleshot a software issue on a brand new PC for a client and decided the fastest...
View ArticleRe: System Recovery-How long should it take?
...and yes...it's the NEW normal. 2 to 4 hours.
View ArticleRe: Media Center m7557c Code Purple
I have a hp slimline computer s3620f and have replaced the hard drive. I have the recovery disks that came with the computer and have tried to restore but receive a code purple error. What action do I...
View ArticleRe: An error has occurred, Not all of the featuures were succcessfully changed.
I understand you are having some issues with removing the Games and Windows Gadget Platform, but you are receiving an error message. It likes you or someone with a similar handle has posted in the...
View ArticleRe: HPSFMsgr.exe Application Error
Hi, Try the following First of all, uninstall your current version of HP Support Assistant by using the Microsoft 'Fixit' on the following link - this is particularly useful in correcting issues that...
View ArticleRe: How to restore files after System Recovery?
@peterni23, I understand you did a system restore and lost your files. I am sorry this had occurred. I take it you are referring to the system recovery instead of the system restore. If this is...
View Articleshutdown as if power failure
HP Pavilion p6740f Desktop PC upgraded with Windows 8 (64-bit) with Media centre Two weeks ago I changed my video card for an MSI GeForce GTX650 Ti Boost with Twin Frozr gaming; all worked fine until I...
View ArticleHow to properly update your BIOS version
Hello Everyone, I was able to come across a document that will walk you through step by step, on how to update your BIOS version. This document even includes a video that gets into even more detail on...
View ArticleRe: shutdown as if power failure
Here are the original factory specs for your HP Pavilion p6740f Desktop Computer. According to the specs, this model shipped with a 250 watt power supply installed at the factory. Most NVIDIA GTX 650Ti...
View ArticleRe: Factory Recovery Completed-Now Many System Devices Without Drivers
Hi! Thank you for your response. Sorry it's taken me so long to get back to you. I used the HP Recovery Disks to reinstall my system yesterday morning and have the exact same problem. Those same...
View ArticleRe: Media Center m7557c Code Purple
@ Denheg, Please see this HP forum thread entitled Code Purple Error-Help for suggestions in resolving your issue. Please attempt the steps listed by PurpleKiller first. Please send KUDOs
View ArticleRe: How to Install Windows 7 Without the Disc
Hello dosena. I want to make sure I understand your issue. Are you able to boot into Windows at all? What computer do you have? This document can show you how to identify it by the product number....
View ArticleRe: Factory Recovery Completed-Now Many System Devices Without Drivers
You're very welcome. I would say that anytime you use the word spark when dealing with delicate circuitry, I would have to say that there is a definite possibility some hardware damage has occured....
View ArticleRe: shutdown as if power failure
is this computer strong enough to handle a change of PSU ?
View ArticleRe: shutdown as if power failure
Power supplies don't push electricity into the components (motherboard, graphics card, HDD, ODD, etc.)... instead electricity is drawn from the power supply based on the demand of the components. So,...
View ArticleRe: Upgrading HP Compaq dc 7800 sff with Windows XP Pro to Windows 7 or 8.
Thanks for your help. I think I will choose Windows 7 over 8. I have included the Windows 7 Update Advisor Report below. Should i increase my ram? Anything else? ReportInformation about upgrading to...
View ArticleRe: Upgrading HP Compaq dc 7800 sff with Windows XP Pro to Windows 7 or 8.
Memory is always a cheap upgrade and provides the most bang for your buck. Your PC can run 4 x 2 GB of PC2-6400 memory for a total of 8 GB, with a 64 bit operating system. If you plan on installing a...
View ArticleRe: shutdown as if power failure
Yves_M, Please click on the little white "Star" in the purple "Box" under my icon and to the far left of the "Reply" button, to show your appreciation. :-) Please send KUDOs
View ArticleRe: An error has occurred, Not all of the featuures were succcessfully changed.
Yes, I did post that one. I tried all of the things that were suggested, none of them worked in my situation. I ended up doing a complete HDD reinstall for this and a couple of other issues. Thank You...
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