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How is the 'other computer' connected to the Internet? Are you sure you're pinging the right IP? The default, internal IP address for NETGEAR is 192.168.0.1. If you haven't changed it, you should have access to this IP, unless you previously made router setting changes. For reference, here's MS Vista printer install guide: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Install-a-printer-on-a-home-network

Also make sure your monitor is trying to receive a signal from the right video type, i.e. VGA, DVI, HDMI. Did you disable/uninstall previous vcard device drivers in Device Manager? You can safely do this as if you need the original vcard, the system will use the generic Windows drivers until you reinstall the vcard-specific drivers. Have you tried re-seating the vcard, and that the card is compatible with your rig? Is your bios set for the right vcard? Is there a SPECIFIC BIOS update available? Meaning...is there an update that specifically targets a video problem?

Are you trying to reach WMC via extender, such as Xbox 360, or trying to just open WMC on your laptop from within your laptop? Referencing your win7 desktop and Vista laptop was a bit confusing. In any case, have you ran 'chkdsk'? This typically solves a great majority of conflicts. Follow the instructions in this article to run chkdsk: [How to Run CHKDSK Have you happened to install Bitdefender lately on your Vista laptop? If so, this is a common issue and requires a simple change to the pcontrol.xml file in the Bitdefender directory. Post back here and I can provide you more details.

Not certain what you mean 'server application'... Are you running a virtual machine, like VMware, on your computer, trying to serve other users a specific application? If so, it is your network connections, or permissions settings. Try bridging the connections, though make certain you have proper security software installed on both. If not, can client computers/users 'see' your computer on the network, or any shared folders outside of the server application area? This would mean a permissions issue, and this depends on what OS you have and the OS of other client computers to ascertain proper sharing settings and permissions. Are you certain the application is reaching the network? Did you have to setup port forwarding, other?

You could try using a boot disk, such as Bart PE, and see if you can run chkdsk from within it's system.

This could be related to a number of things...device driver corruption, malware/spyware, etc. First, try running chkdsk to see if it corrects any system errors. You can then check the scanlog to see what may be an issue, if that did not clear things up. In any case, when you do get back into windows, be sure to regularly purge your temp folders...windows, user's, and prefetch folders. To run chkdsk, boot your computer into safe mode with prompt. For reference, see the 'Command Prompt Method' at the bottom of the following article: How to Run CHKDSK If that does nothing, and the scanlog is not helpful, try scanning for malware/spyware; I recommend using malwarebyte's anti-malware. Let us know your progress.

I've always used vista print for bus cards, stationary, etc., and have been satisfied. For door-hangers though, I'm not certain they can manage GPS-based hangers. I would probably recommend going with another company, and there are many to choose from, and all are about equally priced.

Sanboxie is more of a virtual machine, than it is a scanning app. You should have a good firewall installed to handle traffic patterns, inbound and outbound. Sanboxie works by isolating programs, which means there's no interaction with any other section of your computer w/o your permission. Not for certain, but I don't think it even scans for spyware variants, or has a definition database, it's just black or white...it's either allowed or it's not.

Sure thing. I noticed the links were formatted wrong...here they are again: ADAPTERS article: Wireless Adapters

Though there are many causes of crashes, more times than not, doing the following clears things up. Make sure you do the following once you re-login, and do it occasionally... 1. Clean all temp files/folders, both in c:/windows/temp, and your user account temp directory (show hidden files required) 2. Clean out all Internet browsing files 3. Purge your prefetch folder, typically located: c:/windows/prefetch 4. Run a 'chkdsk' on your primary/system drive A good app to auto-this is CCleaner, though I would recommend NOT using the reg cleaner aspect, as 'cleaning' the registry only makes things worse.

You could try manually replacing the files the scan process could not fix. First, review the scan log (follow this MSKB: SCANLOG). Then extract the files from your Vista OS disk, and replace. EDIT by KenB Problem with link - try this one: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/928228

Without knowing more, here are two common issues: 1. The player is looking for a CD which is no longer inserted, or the drive letters have changed. 2. You may not have the correct video codec, the codec may be corrupted, or the video file is corrupted. You can check codec here: CODECS

I've used the following app with good success: AutoHotkey

There is a reg edit, though note in many cases, it requires the computer to be booted twice in order for it to work. The below is for Windows 7...note that this trick does require the computer to be booted up twice in order to work in some cases: Log into Windows 7 with admin privileges Open Start menu and enter regedit, and hit enter Go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon Click on AutoAdminLogon, click on Modify and set the Value data to 1. If you do not have this entry, create it. Follow step 4 to edit or create DefaultUserName Follow the step 4 to edit or create DefaultPassword Restart your computer, and check your settings

You can get a simple Wireless USB adapter dongle: Here's the listing of such adapters on Amazon: ADAPTERS You could also get this capability in an expansion card, which would be inserted into one of your PCI expansion slots on your motherboard. In either case, I've had better performance with those adapters that use antennas. Here is a good article on selecting an adapter: ADAPTERS Just remember, single strength/performance is based on a number of things, such as distance from the wireless router, the type of router, the compatibility of the wireless adapter and your computer hardware and OS.