Sell of the 2x2GB RAM, then get 2x4GB RAM ..which will surely cost

Excuse me guys . I am currently using Compaq Presario CQ40-402AU . I am facing a problem which that I can't install window XP . blue screen comes out after hardware configurations . Why ? and how to solve ?

Did you change AHCI to IDE inside the BIOS?

tats all to do ? so so thank you.

Why some others call me to dl nlite and AMD AHCI Sata *** ger ?

This post has been edited by mysql2779: Dec 18 2010, 09:06 PM

That if the BIOS doesn't allow you to change the AHCI to IDE, then you need to do that...

How could I chng SATA to IDE ? I entered BIOS setup just now but I can't see anything related to SATA and IDE . I just saw system configuration and can choose boot option only .

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Added on December 18, 2010, 9:56 pmstill can use nLite to install window XP right ? Even I can't change SATA to IDE .

This post has been edited by mysql2779: Dec 18 2010, 09:56 PM

If can't find the setting to change to IDE, then use the nLite...

how was the compaq services?is it nice?

CQ41-208AU user reporting in!

been using it since few months ago. d only prob i've faced so far is d squeaky hinge

Salam
I just brought CompaqPresario CQ42-357TU,Free DOS :
Recommed install XP or windows 7
thanks

This post has been edited by dragonx: Dec 27 2010, 04:28 PM

Hi, I have a Presario CQ40-645TU bought 2 years ago. It blacked out yesterday when I was surfing the net like I always do. Then it restarted back but there's an error message "No bootable device: insert boot disk and press any key". Anybody know what's probably wrong with my laptop?

Probably harddisk died on you.

try removing the back panel and remove the harddisk and re-insert it.

if not remove the harddisk and put it into a external hdd case and plug it into other computer and see if the hdd is still fine.

thanks for the reply.
if i remove the harddisk like u said, will it affect the data inside? what if the harddisk is really damaged? does it mean i lost all my data? how much does it cost to buy a new one?

There will be no data loss at all. Just put it into a external case and use it as a external hdd and backup your files.

If the harddisk is really damage, you wouldnt be able to read it at all. Meaning you'll lose all your data.

Harddisk currently is quite pricey. You can check in Garage Sales.

Windows 7 is the best choose, fren:)

how do you guys maintain your battery? any tips to share?

i have a CQ42-268TX, used about 1 year, the maximum battery life was about 3 hours plus, now when i used it everyday, the maximum battery life seems to be deteriorating. now it has dropped to 2 hours 53 mins. I'm currently using BatteryBar to monitor the battery life.

Anyone know where can I get the CMOS battery replacing service around Salak Selatan area? Around Taman Midah, Kuchai Lama, Sri Petalling, Seri Kembangan, Balakong also can. Kindly help.
If can quote me the price thru PM lagi BEST. thank you.