HP Notebook doesn’t come with any driver CD and a copy of operating system. This could well become a headache in case if there is system crash or hardware faulty. Although every HP notebook has Recovery Manager installed on separate hard drive partition, but that is not going to help if the hard drive becomes corrupted.
The only solution is to have Recovery Disk created from Recovery Manager. But not everyone is aware of this, in case when the salesperson didn’t notify about it, or the owner does not diligently going through his notebook.
To access Recovery Disk Creation menu, from Start Menu >> Recovery Manager >> Recovery Disk Creation. From here, recovery files that are going to be copied into the disk will be created, which took a couple of hours.
After the recovery file creation is completed, the process are now ready to burn it into CD or DVD. Please note that you need 18 copies of CDs or 3 copies of DVD.
Again, it will take a few hours for the recovery files to be copied onto disks. It took me 6 hours for the whole process to complete. Please also be aware that you can only create a recovery CD once. Any attempt after that will be greeted with this error message. Now you have recovery disks created, do make sure you keep it safe.
SyncToy is free application from Microsoft that synchronizes files and folders between locations. The location could be on the same computer or different computers on the same network. SyncToy2.1 is powered by the latest synchronization engine from Microsoft Sync Framework 2.0
Do not confuse with Live Sync , also an application from Microsoft, that synchronizes folders between multiple computers connected to the internet. Live Sync client have be installed on each computers before synchronization can be done. You can read it more on the link above.
SyncToy only required to be installed at the main computers, while other computers at the same network that keep the synchronized folders doesn’t require any installation.
A pair of folders that need to be synchronized has to be setup first. Multiple pairs of folders are allowed, but each pair can consist 2 folders only.
SyncToy also can preview the content of each folders in a pair have, before the folder being synchronized. It comes very handy if you have constantly changed folder that you want the other folders to have exactly same files. Download Synctoy here.
You read it right, that HTC HD2 is going to be launched today for Malaysia market. We’re ahead of the US 
. It is going to be the ‘biggest’ launch as stated in the promo, but with double “”, it has got to do with something else I guess, such as biggest screen, biggest phone or even ‘biggest’ price…
While I’m still pondering if I should be there, I’ve gone through a lengthy review from GSM Arena about this Windows Mobile 6.5 powered phone, in order not to get over excited. You know, it is Windows Mobile la.. from Microsoft, not some cool iPhone or Andoid… Well, that’s just a common perception that the word sometimes come from the person who has never used it. Weird?
In a nutshell, Windows Mobile 6.5 with Sense UI from HTC is really a different thing altogether, unlike it’s predecessor. HTC HD is also equipped with capacitive touchscreen to appeal more users. Think of iPhone’s touchscreen, not Blackberry Storm. As Windows Mobile smartphone tends to be slightly expensive than its rival, you should really read the review beforehand, if you plan to get one for yourself . Windows Mobile is thing of the past?? Hold off your word until you try this one.
I have written about Skydrive, Microsoft’s free online storage many times before. From the early stage with only 5GB storage capacity until it is now with 25GB storage. If you still looking for online storage to backup your files for free, consider this service seriously.
I also have written about Gladinet which mounts Skydrive (and also other online storage such as Amazon, Google), and makes it a virtual drive viewable from inside your computer via Windows Explorer. You can drag and drop, or copy and paste files into your Skydrive without hassle. Gladinet, is a powerful application, but you need to perform extra steps to get it work.
If you prefer a simpler solution to access Skydrive, try Skydrive Explorer. It is so simple that you need not view the instruction on how to use it. After installation, open up your My Computer, and you’ll see that a new Virtual Drive called Skydrive Explorer has been created.
If that is the first time you’re trying to access it, it will prompt you to sign in with your Windows Live account. Just like your local directory, you can copy and paste files, drag and drop files, create directories and etc.
If you still wondering what is Digi’s BIS plan for Blackberry, worry no more as it’s just been unveiled at Facebook. Branded as DG Smart Plan (although initially stated as DG BerrySmart Plan) it is possibly the lowest full ‘unlimited’ data usage BIS plan in Malaysia at RM58 per month (Maxis BIS RM55 per month capped at 10MB).
But the biggest let down is that, this plan is not for prepaid users. Here is Digi’s DG Smart Plan overview.
- Not for prepaid users as prepaid users have to convert their prepaid to postpaid.
- Monthly BIS plan cost RM58 – Unlimited data usage, but unsure if’s include WAP.
- Device RRP is RM1,199 without any voice and SMS plan.
- You can subscribe to Digi BIS without voice plan and purchase device price at RRP with voice and SMS rate at RM0.15 per min voice call, RM0.10 per SMS, RM0.20 per MMS to any domestic numbers.
- Device price is subsidized (see below) if you subscribe to DG50 or DG150 voice plan plus Digi BIS @ RM58. (Voice and SMS/MMS rate follows the voice plan). Bonus awaiting bis spender.
- Data usage limit is unknown at the moment.
In case your office network is blocking Facebook, here is what is posted there. This info will available at Digi website later of the day. So do you think this is better than what Maxis and Celcom has offered?
Don’t say we didn’t tell you. Do you feel Berry? Do yah? Introducing the BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini) for Postpaid customers.
Who is eligible you might ask. Our existing customers (raise your hands in joy), new customers and also port-in customers.
Existing customers just need to opt for the new DG Smart Plan for BlackBerry. You can do this by visiting any of our selected 50 DiGi Specialised Stores (we’ll publish the list in our website later today) and DiGi 360 @ SoHo KL. See, we told you we hear you. If you’re on prepaid, you’re eligible too. Just convert your prepaid to postpaid.
Low cost entry
RM58 per month (12 months contract) for BlackBerry unlimited email, unlimited data which means unlimited Internet browsing, chatting on messenger, Facebook, friendster, Flickr, etc.
Zero commitment on voice calls & SMS
You just pay as you use. RM0.15 per min voice call, RM0.10 per SMS, RM0.20 per MMS to any domestic numbers.
Great SAVINGS
If your monthly total usage exceeds RM100, you will be given 25% discount off your monthly RM58. If your monthly total usage exceeds RM200, it’s 100% discount. A HUNDRED PERCENT.
Recommended Retail Price for BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini) is RM1,199. For users of BlackBerry with other service providers, just SWITCH to DiGi with your BlackBerry and keep your existing number.
OR
You could also sign up for DG50 or DG150 and add the DG Smart Plan for BlackBerry @ RM 58. Your voice calls will follow DG 50 or DG150′s rate.
If you sign up for DG 50 @ 12 months contract, you only pay RM899 for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini).
If you sign up for DG 50 @ 24 months contract, you only pay RM799 for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini).
If you sign up for DG150 @ 12 months contract, you only pay RM799 for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini).
If you sign up for DG150 @ 24 months contract, you only pay RM599 for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 (Gemini).
Terms & Conditions apply. They will be made available in our website later today.
