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jeeper07

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hows it goin guys i am lookin for basically a teacher... i had a custom computer built and recieved it a few days ago now i have a lot of questions can anyone help me !!
 
jeeper07 said:
hows it goin guys i am lookin for basically a teacher... i had a custom computer built and recieved it a few days ago now i have a lot of questions can anyone help me !!
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1( No that's not a cup holder, it's where you CD's and DVD's go

2) Make sure power cord is plugged in to the wall and the back of the computer/CPU/harddrive (whatever you prefer to call the box that has all the wires coming out of it.), that might be the problem.


If you need anymore answers just ask, someone can help you.
 
lol im not that dumb i have some specific questions regarding sound and some other things like upgrading grafix cards and such
 
jeeper07 said:
lol im not that dumb i have some specific questions regarding sound and some other things like upgrading grafix cards and such
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ok...like I said, someone will have an answer for ya.
 
You just had a custom PC built and already want to upgrade some hardware ? :confused:
 
ok well everytime i try somehting with sound i get an error message saying my sound device isnt working or something i forget the exact words... idk what to do .. and idk how to hook up sound to my computer im guessing these might be rca inputs for it ??

here are pics of my new computer and of the back where i think its rcas ...

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Those are not the RCA's you're thinking of. they are for digital input and output (S/PDIF). What is the exact error message so that we can give you a more informed answer.


PS You need to slap whoever built that thing.
 
What "something with sound" are you trying to do? Output, input sync your iPod? Specifics would help.

System specs would help as well.
 
it says ____________ (program) has detected a problem with your audio configuration. Audio/Video playback may not operat properly.
 
and im trying to figure out where to plug in head phones or any kind of audio. basically i need to know if this computer will put out sound or what ?!
 
*another thread of the year nomination*

anyhow, for audio, look for this on the back, or something similar.

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And, whoever built that did a terrible job. F-

edit: and you need audio drivers installed for whatever soundcard they installed in it.. or whatever onboard audio it is.
 
jeeper07 said:
y do i need to slap them ? and does tihs mean i have no audio?
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can you get a full shot of the back of the case, and if you have it available the brand and model of motherboard would be helpful. There should be 3 or 6 mini jacks (headphone style) on the back in the same area of the two RCA's. If there's not then they probably came on a riser card that would be in one of the expansion slots in the rear. It you have none at all then someone forgot to put it in there. I have never seen a motherboard that has S/PDIF jacks, but no mini jacks at all.


And I said you need to slap whoever built it because the I/O plate isn't installed, and the wire management inside the case is lacking..
 
Be nice and give this guy some help, we've all been there. If you don't have anything constructive to add, don't post. To the OP, you need to be a bit more specific in describing your problem to get better help.
 
jeeper07 said:
why is every one saying it such a terrible build ??? jw i dont know ne better
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1) no i/o motherboard backpanel
2) HORRIBLE wire management.. actually, its not even management. Its wire clusterfuck.
3) shit everywhere piled on top of and around it just makes it look even worse :p
 
MajorDomo said:
To the OP, you need to be a bit more specific in describing your problem to get better help.
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QFT.

Post AS MANY details as you can. The more information you give, the better help you're going to get, and faster.

And why do you abbreviate? Are you being timed? Is the world going to end if you don't finish your post in 30 seconds? :)
 
jeeper07 said:
why is every one saying it such a terrible build ??? jw i dont know ne better
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OK, I'm going to chime in here...

Like everyone said, the wiring inside the computer (the wires going to/from the hard drives, IDE/SATA cables, etc.) is all messy. THe way this was set up is going to restrict alot of airflow, and computers require the utmost attention with airflow in order to keep your computer running for a long time. Also in relation to the airflow, others have mentioned that the backplate is missing. The backplate is a metal plate that surrounds the ports for the keyboard, mouse, the S/PDIF ports, USB ports, etc. See the opening around those ports? That also means that the airflow inside your computer is not going to be optimal, and could cause damage later down the road. If you can, you may want to have someone clean that up for you.

In terms of the sound, the error that you mentioned certainly does sound like the drivers for the sound were not loaded properly (if not at all). When you bought this computer, did you specify any type of sound card? Do you know if the sound came with the motherboard?

I guess the safer questions are:

  • Did the computer come with any spare parts / wires in a separate box? If so, is there a shiny metal plate in there that has a bunch of random holes punched out out that look like they would fit where you see the gaps around the keyboard/mouse/USB/etc. ports?
  • Is/Are there any CDs that have drivers to the parts you bought?
  • When does this error occur that you typed out? What program are you trying to run when this error pops up? Is this an error that comes up when Windows boots up?
Basically, what everyone else is saying in this thread, is that we need more details on your computer, what the exact error is, what steps you are taking to get to this error, and that way we can help you.
 
Looks like he has DFI lanparty mobo. Looks like he's also missing his audio module.

Whoever built that forgot to install it.
 
Sloth said:
Looks like he has DFI lanparty mobo. Looks like he's also missing his audio module.

Whoever built that forgot to install it.
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You might be right, because IIRC, the DFI LanParty has the audio and S/PDIF modules.

Good find!
 
ok guys i got the audio working and the audio module installed. I had to download the driver and then i had to restart the computer and the sound is working now. As far as wire management goes I dont know what to do. And the back plates, i have them but I dont know how to put them in. If any one can help me out with these details please let me know. Also when i inserted the audio module into the mobo there is noting holding it secure and it is very flimsy is htere something im missing? thanks for your help all
 
jeeper07 said:
ok guys i got the audio working and the audio module installed. I had to download the driver and then i had to restart the computer and the sound is working now. As far as wire management goes I dont know what to do. And the back plates, i have them but I dont know how to put them in. If any one can help me out with these details please let me know. Also when i inserted the audio module into the mobo there is noting holding it secure and it is very flimsy is htere something im missing? thanks for your help all
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To put the back plate you'll probably have to take out the motherboard. As far as the audio module, the backplalte is probably what helps stabilze it.

As far as wure management goes, tie up any unsed power cables, route the ones are being used in a neat fashion, use zip ties if you have to. Then route the IDE/SATA cables in a neat fashion. Not much to it, just lot's of thinking and planning.

One other thing I'd suggest: Get rid of that bug long yellow bulky IDE cable. It's gonna be damned hard to get that thing routed in any descent way. Plus it looks to be more than 18" which would be out of ATA spec. Go for a nice shorter flat ribbon cable that you can fold and shape and keep flat against the motherboard tray until it gets to the drive it's connected to then fold it in a way that's neat and clean looking to get it plugged into said drive.
 
also i am lookin for a wireless keyboard and mouse what brand and or model do you reccomned
 
ryan_975 said:
To put the back plate you'll probably have to take out the motherboard. As far as the audio module, the backplalte is probably what helps stabilze it.

As far as wure management goes, tie up any unsed power cables, route the ones are being used in a neat fashion, use zip ties if you have to. Then route the IDE/SATA cables in a neat fashion. Not much to it, just lot's of thinking and planning.
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what are ide/sata cables?
 
jeeper07 said:
what are ide/sata cables?
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Well in your case (hmmm, case lol) it's the big ugly yellow one that's going to be a bitch to route because of how stiff it is. But they're the cables that goto to you hard drives and optical drives.
 
i think im getting a new case... and do u know what kind of wireless keyboard and mouse i should get. thanks for all your help

so CASE AND WIRELESS opinioins!!
 
jeeper07 said:
i think im getting a new case... and do u know what kind of wireless keyboard and mouse i should get. thanks for all your help
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I don't do wireless keyboards and mouses. So I'm no help there. Just do a search for "wireless keyboard". I hear Microsoft, Logitech, and Razor are among the best brands for wireless mouses.
 
jeeper07 said:
so CASE AND WIRELESS opinioins!!
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what are you looking for or what do need out of a case. Do you wnat a side window? Do need a smaller case, or a bigger roomier case. Do you prefer a drive door or hate the one on yours? Do you want a fancy flashy case or just a basic no frills does the job case?

More importantly what is it that you don't like about the one you have?
 
im looking for durable and very functional... my case now was damaged in shipping and seems to be messy as hell any way so it will have to be taken apart and i figure might as well get a new one. I dont need it to be flasy i mean i like the one i have but the top was dented in two places. I also think im goin to add another hard drive
 
and i dont care about leds and that stuff. Guages and what not are fun but if its just for show i dont need them.
 
Lian Li has one of the best build qualities, plus subdued style and utility. What LL case you choose, you won't go wrong. :)

CoolerMaster, Antec, and SilverStone also have some very highly-rated towers. Go check out the Cases & Case Modding forum.
 
yea i was actually lookin at some of those cases. Anyone know a good website to buy a new case.
 
jeeper07 said:
yea i was actually lookin at some of those cases. Anyone know a good website to buy a new case.
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I get all my stuff from Newegg.com, some people like Zipzoomfly.com. Then ther's Clubit.com, Mwave.com, etc etc.
 
i got the microsoft 6000 mouse and keyboard kit. now lookin for a case and new vid card
 
Check out Xoxide for cases. They have a HUGE selection and its all easily viewable. They have fairly decent prices as well and ship super fast.

The video card depends on what you are going to be playing gamewise and how big your monitor is.
 
i was lookin at MAYBE gettin a 19 inch monitor. Also i would like to do some decent gaming no like state of the art but id say upper quality
 
jeeper07 said:
i was lookin at MAYBE gettin a 19 inch monitor. Also i would like to do some decent gaming no like state of the art but id say upper quality
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for a 19 incher, a 7600gt, 7900gt, or on par ATI equivalent card will be just fine and should play most games with ease. To be on the safe side, a 7900gt would be nice. Its not to overpriced either.
 
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