Hello everyone, I'm back, and I have a new project (well sort of).
I have an HP desktop replacement laptop. Nice model. The only problem is that it is slow, has viruses, and it doesn't charge...much.
Basically, I was wondering if I could "purge" my operating system, use the motherboard with an alternate power supply, and upgrade my ram.
First of all, could someone point out the ram I could/should buy? It is a ZX5000, but that is about all I know, I can find out later if needed.
Secondly, how could I rig a power supply? The charging pin is broken and I have to move the power cable around in the laptop to get it to charge. I was wondering if I could use an ATX power supply or somehow rig it to work of wall power (with TONS OF RESISTORS, etc.).
Lastly, how can I purge the system? Can I? I want to start over with no programs, no folders, nothing; just an operating system and a clean slate.
Extra:
I have flipped the monitor around so it rests on the keyboard and hangs on a wall. Do you guys think it would be worth it to do the following?:
1)Buy an external DVD drive (Is there one that can play and record and use USB power?)
There is a ton of stuff I don't need on the dang paperweight (all in one card reader, speakers, keyboard in general).
Also, there's a ton of stuff I do need (OS, usb ports, monitor, mobo).
In conclusion (I promise), could I make/find some sort of "extension cord" for my monitor to PC? It has a VERY small cord, but I wondered if I found the same colored wires, could I solder them on and solder the connection to the end of those?
Please help, and thanks!
Could someone help me with a computer?
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