The email that was received on August 3 regarding Your service order from Dell, became a reality yesterday afternoon when Bridgevine attempted to setup an installation time. I quickly informed them that I did not order this service! Bridgevine stated that I had filled out a form online and that is why this service was [...]
Last night I ran into a problem with software for a Dell desktop and needed a replacement CD for Windows XP Professional, SP3. I attempted to go to online chat via the Dell support site. Dell’s support site informed me that my warranty had run out! The computer was only 3 months old! I then [...]
April 6 2009 by
Teksquisite in
Hardware |
First rule of thumb for updating BIOS is: any system that works correctly should only be updated for specific reasons. Flashing the BIOS will always change the hardware in some way. WikiHow describes BIOS as “A computer’s Basic Input-Output System (BIOS) is embedded software on a motherboard that will control attached hardware. It provides an [...]
April 1 2009 by
Teksquisite in
Hardware |
Sometime just being overtired and working long hours can contribute to low brain function. Maybe I should just tell you that this is an April Fool’s joke and leave it at that – but it is not a joke, and this happened to me during the wee hours of the morning of April 1, 2009. [...]
November 9 2008 by
Teksquisite in
economy |
Dell offers unpaid time off, voluntary separation -PC maker faces recession pressures. Dell recently had to put a short-term hold on new hires and plans are underway to reduce contractors. Having subcontracted for Dell I would also advise Dell to not allow their techs to send out a motherboard with every laptop warranty called in. [...]