Any IT people here?

[dralarms]

I had Microsoft tech net but failed to download the 64 bit windows 7. Anyone got a copy that I could use? I have a vista 64 bit machine that won't let me upgrade to a 32 bit copy of windows 7.

[chunkee]

do a search you can find a 64 bit ISO image to download somewhere.

 

http://malwaretips.com/blogs/download-windows-7-sp1-iso/

Edited March 12, 2013 by chunkee

[dralarms]

But can I use one of my licenses?

[NoBanStan]

Should work with a retail or .iso image. Probably not an OEM disk however.

[dralarms]

Thanks,

So I'm assuming that my windows 7 code should work. Great. That will solve a big problem. Vista is a rabid dog.

[monkeylizard]

You give Vista too much credit.

[BigK]

Vista makes ME look like Linux.

[Romad7]

Thanks,
So I'm assuming that my windows 7 code should work. Great. That will solve a big problem. Vista is a rabid dog.

Your code should work with any install. I have an install disk if you need it but downloading the .iso to a bootable flash drive is best.

It'll have you verify your install and Win 7 code when online, so the code needs to be good and if its an OEM code it will only work on one machine.

http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/html/pbPage.Help_Win7_usbdvd_dwnTool Edited March 12, 2013 by Romad7

[Krull]

OEM disk are usually specific to the motherboard unless they have not been used...... ISO or any non OEM disk should read fine with your code..

[Jonnin]

Vista makes ME look like Linux.

 

heh for the uninitiated, every other windows version is horrible, you can bet on it. 

We are due for a bad one in win 8 if they bother to release it.

[dralarms]

Well looks like I got other problems. Seems to be over heating.

I hate computers.

[KahrMan]

Since no one else has said it, I guess I will....

 

Just buy a Mac...

[dralarms]

Har har har. Funny as a crutch, rich.

[Sam1]

Since no one else has said it, I guess I will....

 

Just buy a Mac...

 

Funny, we were just thinking about replacing our 3 year old mac's today with some newer models... But then realized they still run like brand new so we can spend the $ on more important things like pizza and beer

[JeffL]

heh for the uninitiated, every other windows version is horrible, you can bet on it. 

We are due for a bad one in win 8 if they bother to release it.

 

 

It's been out for a while, and I hate it.

[Romad7]

Since no one else has said it, I guess I will....
 
Just buy a Mac...

Yeah, I'm a Mac guy too but have to run Windows in Boot Camp for some work programs.

[NoBanStan]

Since no one else has said it, I guess I will....
 
Just buy a Mac...

yeah im gonna veto this option :D

[Romad7]

Since no one else has said it, I guess I will....



Just buy a Mac...


yeah im gonna veto this option :D

Oh no! OS fight!

Just kidding, I prefer Apple products but everyone should just use what works for them. I will preach the benefits of Apple stuff but don't take it personally if someone likes something else more.

[NoBanStan]

Oh no! OS fight!Just kidding, I prefer Apple products but everyone should just use what works for them. I will preach the benefits of Apple stuff but don't take it personally if someone likes something else more.

heh, no fight. I just believe that a mac has its own set of problems just like a PC. I just dont drink the koolaid :)

[Romad7]

heh, no fight. I just believe that a mac has its own set of problems just like a PC. I just dont drink the koolaid :)

Awww, you mean this thread isn't going to degrade into 12 yr olds calling each other names because of the computer that they use? ;-)

dralarms,

I had issues with my laptop getting hot when I was running in closed hooked up to a monitor. I found a program that will allow you to control the fan speeds to help cool it off. This was a Mac app but there is probably the same thing for windows. It'll be louder but it could help.

I think is was called SMC fan control or something like that.

Edit: haven't tried this but here's an option, http://www.almico.com/speedfan.php Edited March 13, 2013 by Romad7

[ironsniper1]

is it a laptop or desktop and how tech savy are you? if it is overheating then the fan for the computer processor/brain is probably clogged with dust and needs to be cleaned and may need the old thermal paste cleaned off and some new stuff put on

[Sam1]

In 15 years of doing this, I've never seen a computer that needed the thermal paste replaced.

[NoBanStan]

In 15 years of doing this, I've never seen a computer that needed the thermal paste replaced.

 

correct

 

yeah about the only reason you would reapply thermal paste would be:

 

A.) You didn't apply enough in the first place

B.) You removed the cpu heatsink for an extended period and it got covered in dust and your cat's hair

C.) You have one of those stupid "thermal pads" instead

 

Thermal paste just facilitiates the transfer of heat from the CPU to the heat sink. It doesn't really biodegrade or anything. I suppose you could have thermal breakdown if the temperature was too high for too long... but more than likely if it's hot enough to melt that paste, the computer is probably on fire. :)

 

If you're overheating it's probably because of dust or hair. You can clean that out with compressed air (don't shake or upturn the can). You can also use an air compressor... we're talking turtle, not rabbit.. please do not blow all the capacitors off your motherboard. Also make sure you remove any power from the system, which includes the battery from a laptop. Oh, a hair dryer with a "cold" setting also works, if it's it a decent enough dryer. My wife's hair dryer could dry a wet yak at 20 yards.

 

***edit***

I would also suggest that you NOT do this in the house unless you enjoy dust bunnies flying around.

Edited March 13, 2013 by NoBanStan

[Krull]

I agree with stan, however check your video cards fan, and all other fans to make sure they are running properly.  If there is a add in video card and the the fan is junked up it will shut down your system.  Heatsink fan will most def cause this as well.. Is it an AMD or INtel? AMD runs quite a bit higher in temp than pentium.... any differential in fan function will cause AMD based machines to shut down quickly.

[dralarms]

ok,

 

First it is a notebook.

 

second, no video fan

 

3rd, no body has been in it so  what ever was there is there.

 

4th, I don't mind apple, I own an i phone but I don't need mac suggestions on a problem I have with a windows computer. Thats like telling a guy who owns a ford with a starter problem that a chevy would be better. No help at all.

 

5th. I appreciate all the help but I think the cooling fan is shot, taking it to a friend that's a computer guru tomorrow.