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Identifying your IP address, primary DNS and the address for your default router can help you troubleshoot problems with your network connection. Without an IP address, you can’t connect to websites on the Internet, while Domain Name Systems translate the domain names you enter into your address bar into a purely numerical address. Usually, your Internet Service Provider assigns the DNS server for your devices. The default router address, also known as a default gateway, is the direct address that you can enter into your Web browser to access the configuration utility for your router....

When your computer says “delayed write failed,” it means that a hard drive is being overloaded somewhere down the line. The “delayed write failed” error is strongly associated with older operating systems like Windows XP over modern contemporaries, but it is still possible to produce the error on a modern system. Operating system improvements and significantly faster hardware have eliminated many of the root problems associated with the error; running either legacy hardware or legacy operating systems can stir up this old problem....

When a hard drive dies, it can be nerve-wracking, particularly if your data was not backed up. This problem can occur for a multitude of reasons: Perhaps you recently plugged in new hardware or installed software and didn’t follow the directions properly, or maybe the drive has been dropped, bent or otherwise physically damaged in some way. Unfortunately, there’s no surefire way to fix a hard drive or its motor, but there are many techniques you can try with fingers crossed before you send off the drive for costly data recovery....

One of the handy features of a notebook computer is the built-in computer mouse. This mouse, more commonly known as a trackpad, is put through a lot of use and often runs into problems. You might find that your touchpad won’t react when you try to scroll. Rather than taking the whole computer to a computer technician, there are a few troubleshooting measures you can take on your own. If could be something as simple as a dirty trackpad or a faulty driver....

Mac OS X 10.6 is the default operating system used on current Apple-built desktops and laptops. If you have a laptop that uses Mac OS X 10.6 and want to format it for a fresh start or to install a new hard drive, the format process works differently from Windows operating systems. You will have to format your hard drive containing Mac OS X by using the installation disc. You can format other drives from within the operating system....

Whether you’re stuck in a dorm without satellite TV or you’ve grown tired of paying that hefty monthly bill, you’ll be happy to know that you can get free satellite TV on your PC! You may have to get up to change the channel, but you’ll never see those monthly bills again! Writer Bio

You might experience problems when working with the display properties in Microsoft Windows operating systems, especially if your network connection cuts out or you make any changes to your preferences without saving them. Whatever the reason, you can usually bring your background and screen saver back to normal using the display properties in any Windows operating system. Remember to always use screen savers from a reputable source, as downloadable screen savers often come with viruses and malware attached....

Internet advertising has shied away from using pop-up advertising as it took up more bandwidth than was necessary, and was more annoying than effective. Some pop-up ads are designed to be a bit more stealthy, however; and will show up under your browser window, or they will remain hidden and make noise. Many ads can be stopped by using an updated browser, but in the case of persistent, hidden ads, you can also check your computer for malware and install ad-blocking extensions....

If your iPhone’s dictionary does not contain a word you frequently use in your notes, emails or text messages, it will underline the word and suggest what it thinks is the correct word. This frequently happens when you use technical terms or Internet slang. You can’t manually edit the iOS’s internal dictionary, but you can use a workaround to make the device accept the word by creating a shortcut. Tips Warnings Writer Bio

Bookmark a Post’s Permalink Open Tumblr and log in to your dashboard. Locate the post in your timeline to bookmark, then hover over the upper right corner of the post. The View Post permalink appears. Right-click the “View Post” permalink to open the browser context menu. Click “Bookmark This Page” in Firefox or “Add to Favorites” in Internet Explorer. A bookmark of the post is saved in your Bookmarks or Favorites list....

Your IP address acts like a numbering system that provides the approximate physical location of your computer and is provided to you by your Internet Service Provider. An ISP is the only entity that can identify the physical address of an IP assigned to a customer. However, this requires law enforcement to acquire a subpoena for that information. Websites that use IP-tracking and Geolocation can identify the general location of your IP address, but it is always just an approximation and often provides false-positives....

Flip the Title Switch Select your blog from the dashboard screen, and then click “Customize” to access your blog’s layout settings. Scroll down the left margin until you see the Appearance settings, and then set the Show Blog Description setting to the “Off” position. Click “Save,” and then select “Exit.” Edit the HTML Code Select your blog from the dashboard screen, and then click “Customize” to access your blog’s layout settings....

YouTube bases a video’s popularity on two factors: the number of views a video receives and its rating, a system that allows users to like or dislike a video. However, you may find your video receiving many dislikes for reasons you do not necessarily agree with; when this occurs, you can disable, or hide, the ratings displayed on your video’s page. This not only removes the current rating of the video but also removes the ability for anyone to rate your video....

Your Pioneer plasma TV offers multiple HDMI inputs for connecting various high-definition video sources. Aside from video quality, using an HDMI input offers the additional advantage of an integrated audio signal. This means that unlike other connection types, you only need one cable to transfer both audio and video. Each HDMI input supports two signal types. If you want to connect your laptop to the TV, you’ll need to change the default Video signal type to “PC....

An Ethernet switch often has an “Uplink” port, allowing you to connect your broadband modem and share an Internet connection with multiple computers. The Netgear FS108 lacks an Uplink port; this may contribute to confusion when you install it. However, the FS108 lacks this port because it has the ability to automatically detect the port that the broadband modem or hardware firewall is connected to. Connect one device to each port on the back of the FS108 switch to network your computers together and share your Internet connection....

Sony’s Xplod line of car electronics includes CD and radio head units, subwoofers and external amplifiers. One of the connections that they offer is a remote terminal. The remote terminal on a head unit sends an electrical signal that can trigger accessory devices like power amplifiers to turn themselves on. This trigger signal makes sure that all of the additional devices that a car stereo needs are on when the system is on and turned off when the main system unit gets turned off....

Removing the Micro HDMI Cover The micro HDMI port on the Asus Vivo Tab Smart is located on the upper left edge, beside the Asus logo. The port cover has a thin groove. If you insert your fingernail into the groove, you can pull out the cover. The cover remains tethered to the tablet and can be replaced again by pressing it into the port. If your fingernail isn’t long enough, use the tip of a dull knife or a nail file....

Verizon’s FIOS fiber-optic Internet service is sold in multiple speed packages. Speed packages run from 15 Mbps downstream with 5 Mbps upstream, to 150 Mbps down and 35 Mbps up. Slow Internet connections can be related to your selection of the wrong kind of speed package for the Internet applications that you are using, incorrect settings on your computer and other issues. These kinds of problems can be corrected. Tips Writer Bio

Fan Mail Messages When sending or replying to a Fan Mail message, you’re limited to changing the paper background image and font. Although you can’t add images directly, you can include an image link by uploading your photo to an online hosting site and copying the link into your message. Ask Responses Another option like private messages is the Ask feature, which enables readers to send a question to you privately through your Tumblr....

The Altec Lansing Series 100 speakers were designed to be relatively low cost but high quality speakers. The speakers came in two different options: either the 120i or the 121i. The difference between the two is that the 120i is a 2.0 speaker setup, meaning there is no subwoofer. The 121i is a 2.1 setup and uses an active subwoofer, which means that it has its own built-in amplifier. Writer Bio