Not sure how to describe my problem. Vista Bugs and Problems Discuss Not sure how to describe my problem. in the Windows Vista forums; Hello! I just bought a new Compaq laptop less than a month ago. I already don't like Vista. I'll try to explain my problem as best as I ...

[Jodi]

Hello!

I just bought a new Compaq laptop less than a month ago. I already don't like Vista. I'll try to explain my problem as best as I can. And fyi-I don't know much about computers!

This only seems to happen in the later afternoon; I'm not sure if this is a problem due to the fact it's been on ALL day long, or a server problem, or just Vista being stupid.

With my Windows Mail-I'll hit the send/receive button, but the pop-up won't even appear. I can't open a new message or anything.

With Internet Explorer, same thing. I can't open any sites. I even type an address in the toolbar, but nothing happens.

Sometimes I can fix the problem by closing out my Email & IE, but that doesn't always correct the problem. Sometimes I have to restart my computer.

Thanks for any help!

[felix8406]

Do you have the Vista DVD? If so, start windows, insert the DVD and run the setup. When prompted, select upgrade. You'll need the product ID. This process is similar to a repair install in Win XP. By the way, it could take a while for the whole process to complete.

[Jodi]

I'll have to check in the box to see if I have the cd. Thanks for your help!

ETA: I just checked and it didn't come with the Vista cd.

[Snuffy]

I just bought a new Compaq laptop less than a month ago

This only seems to happen in the later afternoon; I'm not sure if this is a problem due to the fact it's been on ALL day long

Have you make sure you have not blocked the small fan which keeps things cool? Make sure the Fan is running.
Have you checked to see if your network adapter is set to "Do Not allow the computer to shut down your NIC " you have to reboot to restart the adapter.

[Jodi]

My laptop sits on a table, so the fan is never blocked.

Originally Posted by Snuffy

Have you checked to see if your network adapter is set to "Do Not allow the computer to shut down your NIC " you have to reboot to restart the adapter.

Could you tell me how to do this? And what exactly does this do?

Thanks again!

[Snuffy]

You computer has the ability to shut down modems to conserve power and it can shutdown your LAN-NIC to conserve power.

To check start --> control panel --> system --> device manager -->
find an locate your network adapter -- check power management
you can set they way you want... I have all my boxes unchecked.

[Jodi]

Okay, we'll see if that helps. Thanks