ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 21:32:51 GMT
I got the iso image from the microsoft site.
it installs an evaluation period version of windows 8
You then use windows update and download media centre edition for free (exp 31 jan)
then for some reason, it gives you Windows 8 Pro for free forever!
Go figure.,, its all over the net.
Not breaking the law, it's just Microsoft are so stupid, they have left themselves wide open for people to gain Windows 8 totally free without breaking any laws.
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 20:43:28 GMT
At least your lips wont dry out lol
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 20:41:10 GMT
Windows Vista Home Basic (installed to keep it a touch faster)
No SP
Processor: Mobile AMD Sempron 3500+ 1.80GHz
RAM: 1918MB (Crosshair budget RAM)
32bit OS
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 20:33:33 GMT
I'm back but I've no windows 8 yet. I have tired installing it, got as far as the restart and the simple loading screen and then nothing. I tried about 5 times and it got stuck at the same point every time.
My guess is the DVD-RW I used is a bit too scratched even though it wrote the disk ok.
I can't find my stack of dvd's yet since not everything is unpacked from the house move yet.
I might attempt using my phone in virtual usb CD drive mode which can run iso's if I can remember how to do it.
Bit of an update... my control panel has started working again and the error message has stopped popping up but, I still cant update to SP1???
Anyone have any suggestions
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 18:44:57 GMT
have you tried right clicking the icon and pressing properties, compatibility, run in compatibility mode (choose xp or vista)
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 18:43:30 GMT
go to Poundland. they have a mini toolbox with compartments which I use for storing all my different bits of gear. I think you could fit upto 20ml bottles of eliquid in in no problem. 30ml might fit but could be tight when closing the lid.
the compartments are adjustable too
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 18:40:28 GMT
NM found it, Dowloading MSDN version of windows 8 now (for free) legally  |
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 18:18:34 GMT
where will I find the windows 8 compatibility app?
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 18:07:27 GMT
Windows 8 on an old pc?
are the system requirements low or something?
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 17:55:08 GMT
I'm giving SP1 a go... bit defender thinks it's not installed for some reason then SP2 and 3.
If that fails then I will do the dreaded format. (I really hate formatting)
Other than the problems listed, the system is fast and does not crash.
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 17:29:11 GMT
I'm currently using an unbranded ego-t with my Vivi Nova v5 and vaping on World of Eliquid's Apple Pie and Custard  |
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 17:09:19 GMT
Hi, I was given "back" a laptop which I had previously upgraded and repaired but in the year and a bit since I had it, it has been misstreat and filled with junk. I've installed TuneUp Utilities and run everything I can and fixed errors and cleaned disk space. I've Downloaded CCleaner and cleaned junk and repaired the registery I've run a Deep scan disk (before windows boots) on both HD's I've used Bit Defender, Malwarebites and Spybot to remove more nasties I'm still having some problems... 1. an error message keeps popping up saying: There is a problem with your licence so notifications will no longer appear. error code: 0xC004D401 2. I can not access the control panel (it flashes up for a split second and then disappears. 3.I can not access that built in program which tells you of any compatibility issues 4. The battery is no longer recognised and will not charge. 5. Windows Update icon appears in the taskbar but it will not launch when I click on it. Dell Inspiron 1501 Ok I know it's old but my £2000 Sony Viao has a dead GPU so this is better than using my mobile I hope someone can help as I just want it running properly and I'm all out of suggestions. Thanks, Chiller. |
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 26, 2013 3:27:15 GMT
No matter if the product is made in china or anywhere else in the world, if it's sold in the uk, you have your rights.
Most products these days (not just ecig stuff) are imported and most are good quality, occasionally, the odd duff one does get through especially if it's a v1 device.
The problem we are having as ecig consumers, is the chinese are trying to give us what we want at an affordable price and because we are inpatient, they are pumping them out as fast as they can and QC is being relaxed to keep up with demand.
Even joytech are not perfect.
I would get another vamo, I doubt it will have the same problems.
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 25, 2013 3:39:03 GMT
I'm glad I saw this, I was going to get one to use with an 18650 but if it only takes stacked batteries thats just dangerous and should have never been sold.
I hope the vamo is safer when stacked!
|
|
ChillerVapes
Super Member
Aka Chillerhippie
Joined:October 2012
Posts: 1,675
Location:
Likes: 470
Recent Posts
Last Online May 8, 2015 18:55:40 GMT
|
Post by ChillerVapes on Jan 24, 2013 23:17:02 GMT
I used to use my chrome lava tube everywhere shamelessly until I broke it. I never got any funny looks and even if I did, I wouldn't give a rats arse. This is what I recommend. www.charliesvapeshop.co.uk/shop/4571204872/eGo-T-CE6-starter-kit/4328320cheap and cheerful. If an elite lasted you a day, you should get about 2.5 days out of this. It's not big, but it will put the elite to shame once you fill it with some juice. |
|
