Micro Center Tech Support’s website has been completely redesigned to offer Micro Center customers even more online resources. Now, it is easier to find tech articles, demos and manufacturer support to get an answer to your computer problems more efficiently. Plus, Micro Center Tech Support still provides chat, email, remote access and phone services for customers needing comprehensive support.
Monday, 31 January 2011
Tuesday, 25 January 2011
How to Change your Router Password
Posted on 10:31 by Unknown
It's important to keep your computer and your network secure. When connecting to the Internet through a router, one of the steps you can take is replacing the default router username and password with one that is unique to you. This helps to prevent unauthorized changes to your network, and creates an added layer of security. This document contains information specific to Linksys routers but the
Monday, 24 January 2011
How to Setup a Home Network
Posted on 06:35 by Unknown
A network can give you the ability to share files between computers, share hardware like printers, share a single Internet connection, or get your game console online without having to swap cables.
The most basic home network involves connecting two computers with an Ethernet cable. Using a router provides convenience, expansion, and easy maintenance should your network grow.
This guide will
The most basic home network involves connecting two computers with an Ethernet cable. Using a router provides convenience, expansion, and easy maintenance should your network grow.
This guide will
Friday, 21 January 2011
Move Files to New Computer with Windows Easy Transfer
Posted on 11:13 by Unknown
Upgrading to a new computer is easier than ever before using Windows Easy Transfer. This feature of Windows transfers your files, settings, and user account information from your old machine to the new one.
It works with an Easy Transfer Cable, over a Network, or an external storage device like a flash drive or hard drive.
There are two methods for transferring files from an old machine (
It works with an Easy Transfer Cable, over a Network, or an external storage device like a flash drive or hard drive.
There are two methods for transferring files from an old machine (
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Wednesday, 19 January 2011
Virus ALERT: Palladium Pro and System Tool
Posted on 12:21 by Unknown
The "Palladium Pro" and "System Tool" are the latest versions of more fake anti-virus programs similar to "Security Tool". Both programs pretend to operate as a virus scan, but in effect, install a computer virus which takes over your system’s processes.
Palladium Pro Program
The Palladium Pro virus works by launching a bogus Microsoft Security Essentials alerts and stating that the system
Palladium Pro Program
The Palladium Pro virus works by launching a bogus Microsoft Security Essentials alerts and stating that the system
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Tuesday, 18 January 2011
Windows 7 Backup and Restore Tool
Posted on 13:11 by Unknown
How to Create a Backup
Click on Start and type "backup" without the quotes in the Search bar.
Once the Back and Restore tool has opened, select "Set up Backup".
The next step is to select where the backup file will be saved. Removable drives are usable, but you will not be able to set a disk image backup there. The drive selected for the Backup cannot contain the data that you wish to
Click on Start and type "backup" without the quotes in the Search bar.
Once the Back and Restore tool has opened, select "Set up Backup".
The next step is to select where the backup file will be saved. Removable drives are usable, but you will not be able to set a disk image backup there. The drive selected for the Backup cannot contain the data that you wish to
Monday, 17 January 2011
How to Run the ESET Online Anti-Virus Scanner
Posted on 06:08 by Unknown
If a working Anti Virus program is not available on a computer, the ESET Online Scanner can be used to detect and remove virus infections. To use the ESET Online Scanner, take the following steps:
Go to the page: http://www.eset.com/online-scanner.
Click on the ESET Online Scanner button.
Check the box by "Yes, I accept the Terms of Use" and Click the Start Button.
Allow the program to run
Go to the page: http://www.eset.com/online-scanner.
Click on the ESET Online Scanner button.
Check the box by "Yes, I accept the Terms of Use" and Click the Start Button.
Allow the program to run
Friday, 14 January 2011
How to Downgrade from Windows 7 to Windows XP
Posted on 05:56 by Unknown
This How-To Guide will walk you through the downgrade process from Windows 7 to Windows XP. Note that all files and programs on the computer will be lost.
Place the Windows XP disc in the optical drive.
Turn off the computer.
Wait 10 seconds after computer is off then turn the computer on.
When you see the prompt below press the spacebar on the keyboard:
After pressing the spacebar
Place the Windows XP disc in the optical drive.
Turn off the computer.
Wait 10 seconds after computer is off then turn the computer on.
When you see the prompt below press the spacebar on the keyboard:
After pressing the spacebar
Wednesday, 12 January 2011
UPDATE: ESET Renewal Setup
Posted on 05:47 by Unknown
This guide will walk through the first step in renewing the ESET NOD32 or ESET Smart Security program. First determining whether you have ESET NOD32 or ESET Smart Security, and then proceeding to purchase the renewal.
Determine the ESET Program Version:
Close all open windows and programs on your computer. Be sure to save any work in open documents or files.
Click on the Start button in the
Determine the ESET Program Version:
Close all open windows and programs on your computer. Be sure to save any work in open documents or files.
Click on the Start button in the
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
How to Run System Restore in Safe Mode
Posted on 05:15 by Unknown
This article shows how to run a system restore in safe mode. This is useful if there is a new infection on the computer, if it is not able to boot in to windows normally or for various other reasons. System Restore does not change any of your files, however any programs installed since the date and time that the computer will be restored to will need to be reinstalled.
1. Completely power down
1. Completely power down
Monday, 10 January 2011
Password Security
Posted on 07:52 by Unknown
Passwords are essential for establishing security not only for a computer’s user account but also online access to bank accounts and shopping sites. With the increase in identity theft, it is critical that you use passwords that are unique and changed frequently to prevent someone from hacking into your accounts. Here are some basic Dos and Don’ts for creating and using passwords:
DO:Create a
DO:Create a
Friday, 7 January 2011
ESET NOD32/Smart Security Protection Status
Posted on 06:01 by Unknown
This article contains an explanation of the different colors of the protection status icons of the ESET NOD32/Smart Security antivirus software. If you have questions about what the icon color means for the protection of your system, use this article as a quick reference for interpreting the protection status icon.
1. Green (NOD32) Blue (Smart Security)
A green status icon (or blue for Smart
1. Green (NOD32) Blue (Smart Security)
A green status icon (or blue for Smart
Wednesday, 5 January 2011
Personalize Windows 7: Icons and Start Menu
Posted on 07:00 by Unknown
Windows 7 has several features that allow you to personalize your desktop for ease of use. In the Start menu, you can prioritize which programs you use most by adding the program to the Start menu list. The Taskbar also gives you the option of pinning your most popular programs on the desktop to access them quickly.
To add a program to the Start Menu:
1. Click on the Start icon.
2. Select
To add a program to the Start Menu:
1. Click on the Start icon.
2. Select
Tuesday, 4 January 2011
How to Install an Intel CPU
Posted on 06:14 by Unknown
Disclaimer: Before performing any upgrades on your computer, be sure to take the proper precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge and read the manufacturer’s recommendations carefully. Avoid touching the metal contacts on the processor, or the pins on the motherboard.
The CPU or Central Processing Unit is the brain of the computer. All commands for data or calculations pass through the CPU
The CPU or Central Processing Unit is the brain of the computer. All commands for data or calculations pass through the CPU
Monday, 3 January 2011
How to Install an AMD Processor
Posted on 12:28 by Unknown
Disclaimer: Before performing any upgrades on your computer, be sure to take the proper precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge and read the manufacturer’s recommendations carefully. Avoid touching the metal contacts on the processor, or the pins on the motherboard.
The CPU or Central Processing Unit is the brain of the computer. All commands for data or calculations pass through the CPU
The CPU or Central Processing Unit is the brain of the computer. All commands for data or calculations pass through the CPU
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