Podnutz Daily #138 – Bad Hard Drive In DV6000

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HP DV6000 laptop would hang at the bios screen
This is an indication the hard drive is bad
.. because the bios is trying to communicate with the hard drive.

OEM Vista 64-bit CD worked for the reinstall on the new HD
.. using the laptop’s product key, of course.

Troubleshooting the motherboard on an HP DV1000
What a nightmare! Replaced for $129 on ebay w/ bluray!
Replacing a motherboard is a tough job
.. feel free to charge more. I do.

— Task manager issues/solutions

Email from Roger:
More malware tips
The guy from remove-malware.com tests the popular programs for efficiency.
He also has a YouTube Channel mrizos with video screen capture as he uses/grades the software.

Email from hightech9:
Is spyware hunter legit?
http://www.spywarehunter.org I never heard you mention it.
Enigma Software’s YouTube Channel

Email from Dave:
Do a podnutz show on how to make custom boot cds
Use Mike Petro or Mike Smith of miketechshow
Steve says:
I know you can use nLite to slip stream preferences into your Windows install
And my favorite Driver Packs for installing drivers when downgrading Vista to XP

Email from Rob:
How can I prepare for the A+ exam in order to pass the first time?