Could attaching this cause boot up problem? I attached one of these to a relative's 6 year old Compaq Presario running XP Home (nothing was backed up.) This was a few days ago.Afterward, there was a problem booting up, most times I booted it up it hung at the Compaq splash screen before Windows starts up. I had to repeatedly stab at the Esc key to get into the boot menu and select the hard disk as the boot device. I suspected that the 4 hour backup had pushed the 6 year old hard disk to the brink.The lights came on today (figuratively speaking) - when I was 600 miles away at home. I'm suspecting that the new USB drive was confusing the boot order.Does this make sense? And if so, is there a way around this aside from telling them to unplug the USB cable when booting the PC up? Could attaching this cause boot up problem? I attached one of these to a relative's 6 year old Compaq Presario running XP Home (nothing was backed up.) This was a few days ago. » Read More Could attaching this cause boot up problem? I attached one of these to a relative's 6 year old Compaq Presario running XP Home (nothing was backed up.) This was a few days ago.Afterward, there was a problem booting up, most times I booted it up it hung at the Compaq splash screen before Windows starts up. I had to repeatedly stab at the Esc key to get into the boot menu and select the hard disk as the boot device. I suspected that the 4 hour backup had pushed the 6 year old hard disk to the brink.The lights came on today (figuratively speaking) - when I was 600 miles away at home. I'm suspecting that the new USB drive was confusing the boot order.Does this make sense? And if so, is there a way around this aside from telling them to unplug the USB cable when booting the PC up? « Show Less
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A lot of computers are set in the BIOS to boot from a removable USB drive before the main HDD (Drive "C"). This will DRASTICALLY slow down boot up time, if not crash it all together on some systems, due to looking for a boot sector that isn't there. The solution is to run "setup" on your machine, and tell it to use your internal hard-drive as the primary boot device, OR if you can set the "boot order", set it to Floppy, CD-ROM, Main HDD, Network, THEN set USB removable drives as the last resort to boot. That will fix it. (NOTE: Always set the CD-ROM drive to boot before the HDD, just in case you need to reload windows sometime.) A lot of computers are set in the BIOS to boot from a removable USB drive before the main HDD (Drive "C"). This will DRASTICALLY slow down boot up time, if not crash it all together on some systems, due to looking for a boot sector that isn't there. The solution is to run "setup" on your machine, and tell it to use your internal hard-drive as the primary boot device, OR if you can set the "boot order", set it to Floppy, CD-ROM, Main HDD, Network, THEN set USB removable drives as the last resort to boot. That will fix it. (NOTE: Always set the CD-ROM drive to... » Read More A lot of computers are set in the BIOS to boot from a removable USB drive before the main HDD (Drive "C"). This will DRASTICALLY slow down boot up time, if not crash it all together on some systems, due to looking for a boot sector that isn't there. The solution is to run "setup" on your machine, and tell it to use your internal hard-drive as the primary boot device, OR if you can set the "boot order", set it to Floppy, CD-ROM, Main HDD, Network, THEN set USB removable drives as the last resort to boot. That will fix it. (NOTE: Always set the CD-ROM drive to boot before the HDD, just in case you need to reload windows sometime.) « Show Less
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Thanks, I decided to have them just unplug it, as they only need to back it up occasionally - there is little new data from week to week.By the way, I routinely set machines to boot only from the floppy or hard disk, never from USB or CD for better security. In the unlikely event that they had to rebuild it could be dealt with at the time. In the case of this machine, it's so old they'd just replace it if it ever came to having to rebuild it. By the time a PC is 6 years old I'm holding my breath anyway.
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I have had several different computers running different types of usb HDD's that have experienced the same problem at various stages of boot up. The only solution I have discovered is to power down or remove the EXT HDD at boot up.
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Just plug it in - I backed up my entire hard drive. If you have issues - contact their 800 tech desk.
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When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in case . . . . . When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in... » Read More When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in case . . . . . « Show Less
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Christopher,I'm currently using this keyboard with my WinXP Boot Camp install (20" Core Duo iMac), and it works pretty well.I've only had one problem--whenever I accidentally engage the caps lock key, the keyboard locks up (i.e., input isn't getting to the XP machine), and so I have to open the battery compartment (to shut the keyboard off), close the compartment, and re-push the power/connect button on the keyboard to make XP take input again. This isn't a big problem for me because I don't use the caps lock key intentionally. As far as setup is concerned, I'm not sure how easily you'll get the drivers for this keyboard on Windows (sans Boot Camp, anyway). Maybe there's a generic BT keyboard driver that would work? Christopher,I'm currently using this keyboard with my WinXP Boot Camp install (20" Core Duo iMac), and it works pretty well.I've only had one problem--whenever I accidentally engage the caps lock key, the keyboard locks up (i.e., input isn't getting to the XP machine), and so I have to open the battery compartment (to shut the keyboard off), close the compartment, and re-push the power/connect button on the keyboard to make XP take input again. This isn't a big problem for me because I don't use the caps lock key intentionally. As far as setup is... » Read More Christopher,I'm currently using this keyboard with my WinXP Boot Camp install (20" Core Duo iMac), and it works pretty well.I've only had one problem--whenever I accidentally engage the caps lock key, the keyboard locks up (i.e., input isn't getting to the XP machine), and so I have to open the battery compartment (to shut the keyboard off), close the compartment, and re-push the power/connect button on the keyboard to make XP take input again. This isn't a big problem for me because I don't use the caps lock key intentionally. As far as setup is concerned, I'm not sure how easily you'll get the drivers for this keyboard on Windows (sans Boot Camp, anyway). Maybe there's a generic BT keyboard driver that would work? « Show Less
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Not a thing, I love mine! Fastest boot-up I've ever seen and so far works flawlessly.
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Did you back your original operating system to flash drive. The manual for this laptop had you doing this in case of hard drive failure or changing the hard drive.
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Yes, and yes--thankfully the bootup takes less than a minute, but it's still inconvenient. It's placed on the lower right hand side of the outside rim of the laptop, so if you go to re-position it on your lap, for example, you might accidentally push the power off.
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It would be a loss...but contact the manufacturer to be sure. I would not buy this again, as the first one went bad on me, where it would not boot the log-in screen. They sent me a replacement but I am not going to run the risk of losing all my data, so I went with a different method. If you want the one I have I will make you a deal on it...it is still in the blister wrap.
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I had issues with at least two major PC brands whereas depending on the USB port I use USB flash drives, the unit is not recognized by the BIOS/UEFI, or it detects but later can't be open by the install application/boot loader. Sounds silly, but try to use a different USB port and see if that works for you.
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Good points. It's still relatively new, and I wonder especially how the hard drive model has held up. My new one arrived DOA, and now I'm really struggling over whether to ask Amazon for a refund or an exchange. This baby may be intended to be Solid State all the way, which means the hard drive models will be unwanted period pieces in another year or two.
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Jeff, who was the dealer you bought this computer from? I bought my piece of crap from CravingSavings. I called him and he told me I need a new hard drive. I had no way of getting the computer back to him so he sent me a new hard drive, which I had to install myself! Since thenm, I have had nothing but problems, it wasn't just the hard drive. There is so much garbage on the computer itself which was never cleaned off. Recently I had to call someone to fix it, because it froze on me and would not work at all. I wish I had the knowledge to help you with your problem....all I have to suggest is you contact the seller! Good luck I hope this helps!
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Rafael, I am a total Asus fan but I had to return the first laptop I ordered because the key board wasn't lit up and the keys didn't work properly (particularly the cap key). After researching this further I found that Asus is having some quality control issues on this and similar current models and and that they had numerous people complaining about any number of items. My life update wasn't working, some of the drivers weren't working so I returned mine to Amazon (within the 30 days period) and got a replacement. No issues whatsoever with the replacement laptop. If you cannot return the laptop to Amazon I urge you to get this thing fixed by Asus under the warranty ASAP. Sorry, wish I had better news. Rafael, I am a total Asus fan but I had to return the first laptop I ordered because the key board wasn't lit up and the keys didn't work properly (particularly the cap key). After researching this further I found that Asus is having some quality control issues on this and similar current models and and that they had numerous people complaining about any number of items. My life update wasn't working, some of the drivers weren't working so I returned mine to Amazon (within the 30 days period) and got a replacement. No issues whatsoever with the replacement laptop. If you cannot return the... » Read More Rafael, I am a total Asus fan but I had to return the first laptop I ordered because the key board wasn't lit up and the keys didn't work properly (particularly the cap key). After researching this further I found that Asus is having some quality control issues on this and similar current models and and that they had numerous people complaining about any number of items. My life update wasn't working, some of the drivers weren't working so I returned mine to Amazon (within the 30 days period) and got a replacement. No issues whatsoever with the replacement laptop. If you cannot return the laptop to Amazon I urge you to get this thing fixed by Asus under the warranty ASAP. Sorry, wish I had better news. « Show Less
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make sure all your programs that pertain to your workings of the hard drive are closed and nothing is running. sometimes it takes a little while but it works for me. i've unplugged the hard drive without waiting at times and never lost anything. don't recommend it though.
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When I got my Zbox it was used and I couldn't get it to boot from usb or even get proper access to the set up screen for the bios. I finally opened it up and set the jumper to clear the cmos (of course I put it back after 15 seconds) and after that the set up screen was back to normal and I got in and set it to boot off the usb. By the way, my model would not boot from the usb3, only from the usb2 slots.
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I have egirl..i have a 1005PE-PU and i installed the 667hz 2GB crucial ram...it is easily installed, works fine and is instantly recognized. My only problem is that the windows 7 starter is hanging up upon shutdown...leaves the blue light on the on off switch ON with the fan/harddrive running...i am wondering if the ram change had ANYTHING to do with this...the unit is brand new...have written asus AND microsoft for a hotfix or SOME solution...ring any bell with you? Roy Fowler
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Hello Customer, I own this device and have had no trouble using it and installing the hard disk drives(s). The first thing that you may want to be sure to know is which type of hard drive you are trying to install. This device will only accept SATA drives. Drives with a wide, 40 pin data connector and a white 4 pin power connector will not work This type of drive is called an IDE and it can be converted into a USB drive by installing it into a case with a wide flat, gray and black connector, data cable and a white, 4 pin power connector. The connectors that are used on a SATA drive are black for the power and a skinny, orange cable with a black connector for SATA. Please note, this device will only accept SATA drives. During the process of installing the SATA drives into this device, place the drive in the top or bottom slot, face up and slide it in to place. You will know when the drive is fully engaged into the connectors when the screw holes on the drive lineup with the holes on the frame that will hold the drives in place. Please note,the drives will only connect properly if inserted into the tray in the right way. Once the drive or drives are installed and screwed down into the frame, insert the frame back into the case and insert the screws to hold the case together. Next, connect the USB cable to the case and connect the power cord and plug the power cord into a working outlet. With the device connected, power up the device and allow a few minutes for the computer to recognize it. If running Windows 7, Vista, 8 or 8.1, and even XP, no special software is needed for this device in order for it to work. After powering on the device, give it a few minutes for the system to recognize it and once recognized, a window will appear showing the drive letter and the drive information. You are ready to drag and drop files and folders onto the new storage drive. Good luck and have fun.
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Thanks for responding Mark.I got it working after three days of constant struggle by going to theeRecovery partition and basically reinstalling Windows, which erased allmy data. For anyone reading with this problem, hold down theALT button while repeatedly pressing F10 just as it starts up while the screen is still black. From there you can choose to use the Acer eRecovery feature.I have read so many horror stories about the warrenty service,people never seeing their computers again or getting a differentone back, or being told it was dropped so the warrenty is not validthat I was really trying not to use it. Thanks for responding Mark.I got it working after three days of constant struggle by going to theeRecovery partition and basically reinstalling Windows, which erased allmy data. For anyone reading with this problem, hold down theALT button while repeatedly pressing F10 just as it starts up while the screen is still black. From there you can choose to use the Acer eRecovery feature.I have read so many horror stories about the warrenty service,people never seeing their computers again or getting a differentone back, or being told it was dropped... » Read More Thanks for responding Mark.I got it working after three days of constant struggle by going to theeRecovery partition and basically reinstalling Windows, which erased allmy data. For anyone reading with this problem, hold down theALT button while repeatedly pressing F10 just as it starts up while the screen is still black. From there you can choose to use the Acer eRecovery feature.I have read so many horror stories about the warrenty service,people never seeing their computers again or getting a differentone back, or being told it was dropped so the warrenty is not validthat I was really trying not to use it. « Show Less