How should i connect my toshiba laptop to internet (wifi)?
right now my sisters laptop has gone a bit haywire and now we can't go on the internet anymore i live in france and i cant find out how to connect it because it keeps on saying " sorry but we can't connect you to livebox because a problem occured" so if anyone know how to fix it please help thank you =)
Computer Networking - 1 Answers
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If in France, they may be using other channels for wireless than North America. Depending on your wireless adapter, you may have issues connecting. Most modern wireless adapters should connect to European wireless, but slightly older models may have issues with it... If you can get someone to check the wireless access point (router??), they may be able to verify that the channel is 1 or 6. If they are at channel 12 or 13, you may not be able to connect... If it's not the wireless connection (you can surf the internet ok...), then something in the livebox is detecting your French IP address, and may have issues with it if it thinks you are a North American customer...
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Saturday, August 21, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
How to connect to the internet in Paris, France?
How to connect to the internet in Paris, France?
I'm going over to visit a relative for a few days in Paris, but she does not have any internet. I know here in the states you can buy laptop sticks in which you pay a subscription and can access the internet through that- is there anything similar in Paris? I have to be able to access my emails/work while I'm there, so it's vital that I be able to connect to the internet from her house. Any suggestions?
Paris - 2 Answers
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There are many internet cafes in Paris, which are your best bet, since public networks tend to be iffy, though some of the local libraries have them.
Answer 2 :
Most home wireless networks come already password protected from the provider, so it's hard to find open wifi networks, but now many bars and cafés will post a "Free WIFI" sign or "WIFI Gratuit". If you order a drink you can normally ask for the code to get on the internet and use it for as long as you like (within reason). Internet cafés are also common and can range from 0.50€/hour to 2€/hour
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I'm going over to visit a relative for a few days in Paris, but she does not have any internet. I know here in the states you can buy laptop sticks in which you pay a subscription and can access the internet through that- is there anything similar in Paris? I have to be able to access my emails/work while I'm there, so it's vital that I be able to connect to the internet from her house. Any suggestions?
Paris - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
There are many internet cafes in Paris, which are your best bet, since public networks tend to be iffy, though some of the local libraries have them.
Answer 2 :
Most home wireless networks come already password protected from the provider, so it's hard to find open wifi networks, but now many bars and cafés will post a "Free WIFI" sign or "WIFI Gratuit". If you order a drink you can normally ask for the code to get on the internet and use it for as long as you like (within reason). Internet cafés are also common and can range from 0.50€/hour to 2€/hour
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Saturday, August 7, 2010
How many watts in a voltage converter do I need to run an all-in-one Dell printer in France?
How many watts in a voltage converter do I need to run an all-in-one Dell printer in France?
Going to spend one year there and taking my laptop and my printer. Thanks for your help.
Other - France - 2 Answers
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You'd probably be cheaper to buy a dell printer in france and dump it, or sell it, after a year. Look at the power on the bottom of the printer. This is the output power you would need from your voltage converter. The fact thta this power is delivered at a different voltage does not matter.
Answer 2 :
Most of these type of gadgets use switch-mode power convertors which can handle a wide range of input voltages. Look at the box to see what the acceptable voltage range is. Chances are you will only need a plug adapter.
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Going to spend one year there and taking my laptop and my printer. Thanks for your help.
Other - France - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You'd probably be cheaper to buy a dell printer in france and dump it, or sell it, after a year. Look at the power on the bottom of the printer. This is the output power you would need from your voltage converter. The fact thta this power is delivered at a different voltage does not matter.
Answer 2 :
Most of these type of gadgets use switch-mode power convertors which can handle a wide range of input voltages. Look at the box to see what the acceptable voltage range is. Chances are you will only need a plug adapter.
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Sunday, August 1, 2010
How do I change the DVD region of my Vista Laptop?
How do I change the DVD region of my Vista Laptop?
I bought a new Torshiba Laptop in NZ this year, I have since changed the region to France, but I would like to change it back to NZ and I have forgotten how I did it :S Thanks
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
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Click on the "Computer icon: on your desktop or "computer" in the start menu. A window opens, showing all your drives. Right click your DVD drive and click on Properties. On the next window choose the Hardware tab. Highlight your DVD drive and click on properties. On the next window, choose the DVD Region tab and change your region. I believe there is a limit to the number of changes you are allowed. It's either 5 or 7 changes. So, be frugal with your changes.
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I bought a new Torshiba Laptop in NZ this year, I have since changed the region to France, but I would like to change it back to NZ and I have forgotten how I did it :S Thanks
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
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Click on the "Computer icon: on your desktop or "computer" in the start menu. A window opens, showing all your drives. Right click your DVD drive and click on Properties. On the next window choose the Hardware tab. Highlight your DVD drive and click on properties. On the next window, choose the DVD Region tab and change your region. I believe there is a limit to the number of changes you are allowed. It's either 5 or 7 changes. So, be frugal with your changes.
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