Averatec 3200 Notebook - Answered Questions & Fixed issues
How to remove harddrive 3200 series
Go here - http://www.laptopinventory.com/LaptopInventory.php/Averatec/3000%20Series/3200/Hard%20Drive. They have an awesome video to help you.
USB PORTS
does your usb mem stick have any light indicators? if yes , whenever you put you usb stick, does it light? if it lights are USB ports is still ok, You just have to reformat or partition you USB stick.
(you can also try other devices like usb mouse or any usb devices that lights up when you connect it)
if there are no lights if you plug, or no indication that a power goes to your stick, its possible that your usb your are busted. if this is the case, if your laptop has a PCMIA slot, you can find a pcmia USB card, if you dont have. your only option is replace the motherboard.
My averatec computer makes a whirring sound
That sounds as if the cooling fan is working very hard. This normally means that the cooling ducts are full of dust and other rubbish. You may be able suck most out with a vacuum cleaner or blast with an air duster. Failing that, it's taking it apart (you will need a manual) to clean the heat sink area around the cpu.
I need to re-install Windows XP Home Edition
Contact Averatec and order recovery media, if they are still available.
If you cannot get a Windows XP OS to install, you can always try Linux. The Ubuntu distribution, and most other ones are free.
Do i have to use wi-fi or can i hook directly to internet?
Depends if you have that capability. R45 cable input the one that looks like a big phone plug if you do not have wireless internet software on your machine. You can also buy what they call dongles. These are USB wireless receivers. Check Amazon.com or go to a local computer store. Also look at the top area to see if there is a radio button that is blue in color or a switch either in front panel. You can do dongle for under $10.00. You will then be online wireless.
Why wont windows load
Perhaps the HDD is bad? Have you tried a restore/recovery? When you try to boot does the HDD LED blink, indicating it's working? Remove the HDD and test or have it tested as good. If it's good, reinstall windows.
I have an Averatec 3200 xp home edition. It was a
If laptops do not come with an installation disc, sometimes there is a setting in the BIOS which will allow reseting to factory settings. When the computer is first turned on, it will usually provide a specific key to access the BIOS or setup screen.
Usb ports stop working
Try a system restore back dating before this became a problem, if this fails you can reverse the process.
Need the driver for Averatec 2100 Wireless
Go online and type www.google.com In the google search box type: "Averatec Support" (without the quotes). Look for Drivers and Downloads and click it. Enter your computer model and operating system when requested. Download and install the Wireless driver.
I turned on my wireless button but I cant figure out how to connect to the WIFI
First you need to decide what type of broadbandservice you require and these are -1. DSL that uses your existing telephone line.2. Cable that uses a cable service and can include a cable TV service.3. A wireless 3G network which uses the mobile/cell phone network and can beseparate or combine with your cell phone accountNote - Combined services generally offer discount pricing and may include amodem/wireless router.If you use a wireless router with the DSL or Cable Internet service and your laptophas a wireless card then you can also connect to the Internet at WiFi hot spotslike McDonalds, Star Bucks, the Airport etc.If you use the wireless 3G wireless broadband service, then you can access theInternet anywhere where your ISP has 3G wireless coverage. You need to checkthe service coverage area where you need Internet service.Once you decide what type of broadband your require, then you need to checkwith the various Internet Service providers to see if they can offer and thecost of the various plans.Note the download limits and the associated additional costs if you exceed themonthly download limits. Once you sign up with a Internet Service provider,their documentation will include setting up instructions and/or installationCD.
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