Transfer Data from One Apple Computer to Another

You may discover that you need to transfer data from one computer to the other from time to time. Of course, you can always save the data to either a CD/DVD or an external hard drive; however, it will take extra time and not so convenient. If you have data to move from a laptop, which is portable, why not just move the data directly from the laptop to another computer?

                     

Things You Need

Apple Computer (desktop or laptop) x 2

Instructions

1. Assuming that the data you wish to transfer is on your Apple laptop. And now turn off your laptop.

2. Connect a fire wire cable (400 or 800 respectively) from the laptop to the desktop computer.

3. Turn on the laptop and press the (T) key while it starts up.

4. Once the laptop has started, there are two indications that it has successfully been mounted on the desktop:

1) Your laptop will have a “bouncing fire wire icon” on the screen

2) Your laptop will be mounted on the desktop as an external hard drive

5. Now it seems that everything is in working order and you can begin to “drag & drop” files from your laptop to the desktop just as you would any other drive on the desktop computer.

Way to Replace the Case of Sony Ericsson K850i

Smart phones just like the Sony Ericsson K850i, are popular due to their many features and sleek design. You can surf the Internet, listen to MP3s and take pictures with these devices, and you can also organize your schedule and send text messages. Needless to say, a durable faceplate (cover) is a necessity for your K850i. With this article, you can remove the case from your phone easily, without the help of a technician whether your faceplate is scratched or damaged, or you would just like to replace it with one customized to your liking.

                 

 

Things You Need

Plastic pry tool

Small Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

1. Turn off your Sony Ericsson K850i and place it face down on a flat and clean table.

2. Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws on either corner of the bottom of the Sony Ericsson. The screws are holding the battery cover in place.

3. Remove the battery cover by pushing it down and sliding it off the bottom of the K850i.

4. Then insert the tip of your plastic pry tool in the seam between the front and back housing of the phone. Gently work your way around the phone until the back housing pops off. Usually you will get the plastic pry tool with your newly purchased case, but if it didn’t, you can purchase one from any electronics store.

5. Next, you need to remove the two screws on either corner of the top of the phone with the screwdriver. This will release the front case. Remove the front case from the phone and set aside.

6. And now you can replace with the new case (available at your Sony retailer or online) and reassemble the phone in the reverse order you took it apart.

How to Test Your CPU Cooling Fans

Newer computer processors are becoming more powerful and are generating more and more heat. So you must have adequate cooling in order to maintain the safety and performance of your system. Due to the importance of CPU cooling to your computer’s longevity and performance, a fully functional fan is recommended. You can make sure your fan is performing up to par according to this article. We will tell you some easy ways to check your CPU fan.

                    

Things You Need

Web browser

CPU fan

Processor

Instructions

Physically checking your CPU fan

1. First you need to take off your computer's case so you can see the CPU fan.

2. Find out your motherboard’s instruction booklet and ensure your fan is plugged in to a power lead adequate for its needs.

3. Turn on your computer to see whether your fan is spinning. If your fan is not spinning, then turn your computer off immediately.

4. Unplug your processor's fan and plug it into another power lead. Find alternative power leads with your motherboard’s instruction book. Each motherboard is a little different, but they will generally be located immediately to the right of the processor.

5. Now, turn on your computer and confirm your fan is spinning.

Testing your fan’s functionality

1. Turn on your computer with the side of your case still removed.

2. Download a program named “Prime95 stress test.” This program will ensure your processor is working at 100% capacity.

3. Watch carefully at your fan when you run the stress test. If it begins to spin faster after the stress test has started, that means your fan is functioning properly.

Why Does My iPad Say Not Charging

Apple Company is very strict about licensing authorized iPad accessories. This policy is maintained by codes built into the hardware, which the iPad checks before agreeing to work with the peripheral.

                   

iPhone Power Adapter

The iPhone’s 10-Watt USB power adapter is rated at 1-amp, which is twice that of ordinary USB ports and most generic USB adapters. Depending on the level of the iPad’s battery, the iPhone power adapter will be enough to charge the iPad. Remember to turn off the ipad while charging, and it will take longer to achieve a full charge than the original charger.

USB Ports

Do not like the new computers, most computers, peripheral equipment such as printers and stereos and older USB ports only supply a 500 Milliamps (mA) current which isn’t enough to charge the iPad while it’s in use and the device with therefore display the “Not Charging” warning on the home screen. It will charge — albeit more slowly than with its high-powered own mains adapter — if it is switched off, however.

Generic USB Adapters

If using a generic USB adapter, it must still be confirmed compatible with the iPad in order to charge it. Check with the manufacturer that the adapter is indeed compatible with the iPad and that its current supply is no less that 1-amp. Usually, an iPad charger will be rated at a minimum of 2-amps. Sometimes, if the charger has not been authorized by Apple, it could be lacking the proper hardware compatibility codes and the iPad will refuse to charge, regardless of whether the charger can supply the required power levels, giving you the “Not Charging” warning.

Tips for Pitching a Tent

If the instructions are clear, the sun there is shining and the weather is cooperating, erecting a tent will not be too difficult. However, you need to know that often setting up a tent occurs in less-than-favorable conditions. Learning how to put up your tent before you ever go camping will ensure a wonderful and more successful camping trip.

                 

Things You Need

Tent

Stakes

Ground cloth or tarp

Mallet or hatchet

Hand-held whisk broom (optional)

Rake (optional)

Instructions

Practice Before Camping

1. You can practice with the tent in your back yard even in your living room. If you want to make erecting the tent at your campsite much easier, it is best to become fully familiar with the tent pitching steps. Even if you can’t drive the stakes into the carpeting, at least you’ll get a feel for how the rods pop together, which eyelets the stakes go into and how the rain-fly fits over the top.

2. You need to carefully read the instructions. First, lay out the tent flat, and then find where the opening is. Next, identify the correct rods and how to connect them properly. At last try to install them in the correct order. Skipping steps can cause accidental damage to your tent and make it more difficult to erect.

3. Practice taking down the tent, retracting the rods properly and folding the tent as compactly as possible.

4. Pack the tent, rods and stakes, together with the instructions, back in the tent bag to bring with you camping.

Setting Up At the Campsite

1. Usually people’s first trip with the tent will in daytime so that you can choose an appropriate campsite and see clearly what you are doing. First you need to select a site that is not in an indentation or valley. You do not want all of the water collecting under your tent if it is rains, right? Sweep or clear the tent site of rocks, branches and general detritus. Of course you do not want to sleep on those things. Look overhead for pine trees that may be dripping sap or dropping pine cones. Neither is good for your tent or your sleeping. Consider where you want your head and position the tent accordingly if there is a tilt to the site. (Consider bringing a small rake to clear the site of detritus before you pitch your tent. A small whisk broom is handy for sweeping debris that collects inside your tent.)

2. Place a ground cloth or tarp on the ground where the tent will go. Tuck the ground cloth under the tent edges once the tent is pitched. If the water collects on your ground cloth when it rains, then it’ll run under your tent and the bottom of your tent will get soaked.

3. Pitch the tent as you practiced at home. For some tents, it’s simpler to install the rods and pop up the tent before staking down the corners. With other tents, it’s easier to stake down the corners first before installing the rods to pop it up. The first method makes it easier to reposition the tent, if necessary.
4. When your tent is in the correct position, stake down it. Adjust the stakes so that they are positioned as far out as you can safely pull the tent. A taut tent will ensure you more space inside. Use the mallet or back side of a hatchet to pound down the stakes securely.

Tips & Warnings

If you don’t have access to a mallet or hatchet to pound in your stakes, a rock found at your site can also be used.

Consider replacing the aluminum stakes that come with your tent with lightweight but sturdy titanium ones.

Tips about Fixing iPad WiFi Problems

Some old type Apple iPad can not have the always-on 3G Internet function. The only way you will be able to get online is to use the built-in wireless adapter in your old iPad. If there is something wrong with the iPad’s wireless capability, you could not use any of its Web-based features, such as email, Web browsing and certain software applications. Now let’s fix your iPad Wi-Fi problems to get back online.

                             

Instructions

1. First, turn on your iPad. Tap the iPad’s “Settings” button and then tap “Wi-Fi.” Tap the blue “On” button on the right and you can see it change to a gray “Off” button.

2. After doing step1, just wait at least 10 seconds. Then, tap the “Off” button to turn on Wi-Fi. This action will reset the device’s wireless adapter.

3. Re-attempt to connect to your Wi-Fi network of choice. Tap the name of the network and enter the password if you are prompted for one. Tap “Join.”

4. If your first choice doesn’t work, just try to join a different network. If you are able to connect to the Internet through an alternate network, it indicates the connectivity problem is with the first network rather than your iPad’s wireless adapter.

Connect your MacBook to a Television

MacBook is one of Apple’s premiere notebooks. One key component in addition to its sleek design and elegant look is its ability to connect to your TV if you want to view computer content on a larger display. If you can connect your Macbook to TV, you can enjoy the slide shows, movies and the Internet on the TV screen. This can come in handy especially if you want to share content with a large group of people, perhaps while entertaining. You can connect your computer to your TV in minutes.

                        

Things You Need

Apple Mini-DVI to Video Adapter

Yellow RCA cable

Instructions

1. Go to buy an Apple Mini-DVI to Video Adapter if you do not have one (see Resources). The price will be around $19.You can purchase it either at a local store or online shop. You can also purchase it from a Mac store if you are close to one.

2. Connect the Mini-DVI side of the adapter into the DVI port on the left side of your laptop. Connect the other end of the adapter (yellow RCA) to one end of a yellow RCA cable and connect the other end of the yellow RCA cable to the yellow RCA port on your TV.

3. Turn on your TV and your MacBook. Using your remote control, press the “Input” button and select the input channel to which you have connected your MacBook. Because this varies with different TV models, you may have to press the input button a couple of times until you see your MacBook’s content on your TV screen.

Well now you can enjoy the big screen with your families or friends.

What Kind of Tools do you Need for Repairing iPhone

No matter how well you protect your iPhone, it still could be damaged in an unexpected situation. When the screen gets cracked or you drop the phone into water and you may have to replace the volume control or the home button. All these require special tools geared toward smaller pieces, screws and spaces. You may already have these tools around your house; if not, you can buy them at your local hardware store. Of course, you also can order cheap and free shipping iPhone repair kits on TS. These kits include most or all of the tools you’ll ever need to repair your iPhone.
                 

Screwdrivers and Torx Drivers

First of all, you need a screwdriver to take apart your iPhone. And you may need about 4 different types of screwdrivers, depending on the parts you’re replacing. For example, you may need the small Phillips screwdriver to remove the iPhone’s exterior casing. For internal screws, you need a torx driver with both 4- and 6-bit pieces or ends. And it is best to use magnetized screwdrivers and torx drivers, which make removing small screws much easier.

Prying Tools

Then you need prying tools to remove the exterior casing and iPhone glass screen. The most common prying instrument is a safe open tool, which has a handle similar to a screwdriver’s but has a flat head made from plastic. You can get into small cracks and pry apart two pieces with the prying tools. Also guitar picks are a great alternative (preferably unused and unworn) if you can’t find this type of prying tool.

Other Items

Except those things mentioned above, you still need to get a miniature suction cup to pull up the glass screen, and liquid polish and a microfiber cloth to buff the screen. It’s important to wipe down all parts after handling and replacing them.

How to Connect a USB Webcam to your Computer

Before you take pictures, record video or use an online video chat service, your computer must have a webcam installed. Fortunately, if your computer does not have one built-in or the built-in camera is not so clear, you can connect an external USB webcam that will accomplish the same goal. You need the device’s driver and software to connect a webcam to your computer. They are available on the webcam’s installation disc. Although there are many different webcams available from different manufacturers, the process to install a webcam on Windows is basically the same regardless of the brand of the device.

                     

Instructions

1. Insert the webcam’s installation disc into the disk drive of the computer.

2. The Installation Wizard window automatically opens. If it does not automatically open, click “Start” and then “Computer.” Double-click the disk drive to open the wizard.

3. Click the “Next” button to start the wizard.

4. Follow the instructions from the installation wizard to install the webcam’s software. For example, choose the location on your hard drive to install the webcam software.

5. Connect the USB webcam to your computer using its USB cable when prompted by the wizard. And then click “Next” to continue the installation.

6. At last, click “Finish” when the webcam installation is complete. If prompted, restart your computer.

Now you can enjoy good time with your friends via new Webcam~

How to Make a Dog Necktie

Sometimes your dog may have very special occasions. For example, the marriages and birthdays, your dog should absolutely look his best. Many people do not pay attention to doggy fashion because they think the things are hard to find and costly. Sometimes, it just doesn't seem worth it at all, but the solution is well within your grasp. DIY a dog necktie at home is simple, cheap and doesn’t even require knowledge of sewing.

                    

Things You Need

Old Necktie

Measuring Tape

Scissors

Tear mender fabric glue

Dog collar

Instructions

1. Lay the old tie that you do not want anymore on the floor. And then use the narrower back side of the tie, and that will look good on your dog.

2. Measure 1.5 inches longer than the length you desire. Use scissors to cut along that line.

3. Place a line of tear mender on the back side of the tie, just at the length that you want the tie to be.

4. Fold the cut side of the tie down, sticking the top edge to the glue. Smooth into place and allow drying.

5. Slide the dog collar through the loop, so that the front side hangs down.
And now you can place the cute necktie on your dog.

Tips & Warnings

Though some dog ties are made with elastic collars, using an old collar is a safer, sturdier option. If preferred, the tie can be made by sewing the loop shut instead of gluing.