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Henry · 03-05-2003, 07:01 PM

at least 128 but you'll be a lot happier with 256

Henry

nate7891 · 03-05-2003, 07:04 PM

I know nothing about computers and that site yogi bear gave me has a couple of 256 and i dont know which one because there are like 3 of them. Are those just different brands?? Does it matter which one of those 256 i get??

Applecorey · 03-05-2003, 07:18 PM

options

1. Take your computer to circuit city and let them tell you what kind it need's.

2. Take it to a computer specialty store and ask them.

3. Take or talk to whoever sold you the computer.

Just tell the above three options you need to upgrade your ram. Nothing else. They may try to sell you a bunch of crap. Take it one step at a time.

4. Ask a friend to look at it who knows something about computers. (best option)

2 days without being able to play ootp5. You must be going insane. I would be.

Applecorey · 03-05-2003, 07:22 PM

You might want to look into the sound card idea above as well.

nate7891 · 03-05-2003, 08:12 PM

yes,i'm going crazy without playin OOTP. And the sound card idea i have already did. And it doesn't work,so i'm going to ask one of my friends. He should know because he has put just about all the best stuff in his computer so i will ask him what kind of RAM i need for my computer.

Draft Dodger · 03-05-2003, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by nate7891
yes,i'm going crazy without playin OOTP. And the sound card idea i have already did. And it doesn't work,so i'm going to ask one of my friends. He should know because he has put just about all the best stuff in his computer so i will ask him what kind of RAM i need for my computer.

do you know what type of computer you have (make and model?)

nate7891 · 03-05-2003, 08:35 PM

Make,what do u mean make,like compaq?? I have a compaq if thats what you were asking for. As for the model. I cannot find that because there are like 3 different numbers here. But i think this number '7478' is the right one.

Henry · 03-05-2003, 08:41 PM

Is this it ?

http://www.royhooper.com/7478.htm

If so, you'll need compaq approved memory (can't just use any memory chip) and I would get a new sound card as well. The one in this machine is not DirectX compatible.

Henry

nate7891 · 03-05-2003, 08:46 PM

yeah,thats it,thanx man

Draft Dodger · 03-05-2003, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by nate7891
Make,what do u mean make,like compaq?? I have a compaq if thats what you were asking for. As for the model. I cannot find that because there are like 3 different numbers here. But i think this number '7478' is the right one.

that's it. you have a Compaq Presario 7478.
it has 64 MB of memory, but 8 of that is going to the shared video memory.

you've got 2 memory slots, and you could but 256 in each one.

I'd recommend buying a 256 MB chip - would be about $50 and would be a huge boost to your system.

memory is pretty easy to install - you'll have to open up your case, but crucial does send along some pretty good instructions to help you.

nate7891 · 03-06-2003, 04:22 PM

thank you everybody for helping me. Maybe in a couple days i will be able to play the game.

John C · 03-06-2003, 04:24 PM

Henry and DD,

You two are ridiculously smart. That's all.

-John

MattH3322 · 03-06-2003, 05:22 PM

The problem is, is that you have a Compaq, get a new computer.

nate7891 · 03-06-2003, 05:50 PM

sorry to tell you but i dont have that kind of money.

Draft Dodger · 03-06-2003, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by John C
Henry and DD,

You two are ridiculously smart. That's all.

-John

and handsome.
and funny.
and humble.

evangel · 03-06-2003, 06:25 PM

This is first thread of it's kind that I have actually read through from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed. Nice to see people genuinely wanting to help someone who is obviously a little computer-challenged and willing to work through the process with them.

Although I think the problem will not be solved with the memory upgrade. That will help... but only after you buy a soundcard to install in the computer. The other guys are right. ESS onboard sound causes many headaches for gamers. Make sure you look into that. Shouldn't cost more than $20 to get a generic SB-compatible card that would be certified for DX.

TC Dale · 03-06-2003, 08:19 PM

I have to agree with Evangel. With computers with onboard sound or video, you may want to buy IF you can a sound card like the one mentioned above that will help you so you can hear the sounds of OOTP. I have worked on MANY Brand Name computers ....but Compaq and it's ESS is a very tricky thing to configure to work ACROSS the board on ALL games on your PC, much less OOTP.

I wish you well. Buy as much memory as you can afford that your motherboard will support. Find a computer guru that can help you with the "little" details so that you don't run into any unforseen problems.

There are a few of us that do have expertise in this field, but unfortunately, we don't live in your area. Let us know!

nate7891 · 03-06-2003, 09:41 PM

I live in texas. DD and Henry are some smart people with computer and yes i'm a little computer challeneged. I will let ya'll know how everythig goes for me. Thanx everybody for replying.

03-05-2003, 07:04 PM	#42
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	I know nothing about computers and that site yogi bear gave me has a couple of 256 and i dont know which one because there are like 3 of them. Are those just different brands?? Does it matter which one of those 256 i get?? __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

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Applecorey Major Leagues Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 307	options 1. Take your computer to circuit city and let them tell you what kind it need's. 2. Take it to a computer specialty store and ask them. 3. Take or talk to whoever sold you the computer. Just tell the above three options you need to upgrade your ram. Nothing else. They may try to sell you a bunch of crap. Take it one step at a time. 4. Ask a friend to look at it who knows something about computers. (best option) 2 days without being able to play ootp5. You must be going insane. I would be. __________________ www.boardgamegeek.com Last edited by Applecorey; 03-05-2003 at 07:20 PM.

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Applecorey Major Leagues Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 307	You might want to look into the sound card idea above as well. __________________ www.boardgamegeek.com

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nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	yes,i'm going crazy without playin OOTP. And the sound card idea i have already did. And it doesn't work,so i'm going to ask one of my friends. He should know because he has put just about all the best stuff in his computer so i will ask him what kind of RAM i need for my computer. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

03-05-2003, 08:35 PM	#47
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	Make,what do u mean make,like compaq?? I have a compaq if thats what you were asking for. As for the model. I cannot find that because there are like 3 different numbers here. But i think this number '7478' is the right one. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

03-05-2003, 07:01 PM	#41
Henry Hall of Fame Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 6,498	at least 128 but you'll be a lot happier with 256 Henry

03-05-2003, 08:41 PM	#48
Henry Hall of Fame Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 6,498	Is this it ? http://www.royhooper.com/7478.htm If so, you'll need compaq approved memory (can't just use any memory chip) and I would get a new sound card as well. The one in this machine is not DirectX compatible. Henry

03-05-2003, 08:46 PM	#49
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	yeah,thats it,thanx man __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

03-06-2003, 04:22 PM	#51
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	thank you everybody for helping me. Maybe in a couple days i will be able to play the game. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

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John C Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Albion, RI Posts: 2,286 Infractions: 1/0 (0)	Henry and DD, You two are ridiculously smart. That's all. -John __________________ Facebook \| My Videos

03-06-2003, 05:22 PM	#53
MattH3322 All Star Reserve Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Chicago area Posts: 752	I think I know the problem The problem is, is that you have a Compaq, get a new computer.

03-06-2003, 05:50 PM	#54
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	sorry to tell you but i dont have that kind of money. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.

03-06-2003, 06:25 PM	#56
evangel Minors (Single A) Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 79	This is first thread of it's kind that I have actually read through from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed. Nice to see people genuinely wanting to help someone who is obviously a little computer-challenged and willing to work through the process with them. Although I think the problem will not be solved with the memory upgrade. That will help... but only after you buy a soundcard to install in the computer. The other guys are right. ESS onboard sound causes many headaches for gamers. Make sure you look into that. Shouldn't cost more than $20 to get a generic SB-compatible card that would be certified for DX.

03-06-2003, 08:19 PM	#57
TC Dale Global Moderator Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 4,987	I have to agree with Evangel. With computers with onboard sound or video, you may want to buy IF you can a sound card like the one mentioned above that will help you so you can hear the sounds of OOTP. I have worked on MANY Brand Name computers ....but Compaq and it's ESS is a very tricky thing to configure to work ACROSS the board on ALL games on your PC, much less OOTP. I wish you well. Buy as much memory as you can afford that your motherboard will support. Find a computer guru that can help you with the "little" details so that you don't run into any unforseen problems. There are a few of us that do have expertise in this field, but unfortunately, we don't live in your area. Let us know! __________________ ----------------------------------

03-06-2003, 09:41 PM	#58
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	I live in texas. DD and Henry are some smart people with computer and yes i'm a little computer challeneged. I will let ya'll know how everythig goes for me. Thanx everybody for replying. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”.