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  1. 07-07-2003 01:48 PM #1
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    Memtest86 - Unzip

    Can anyone tell me how to unzip Memtest86 even though theres no .zip extension on it?. Im using PK.
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  2. 07-07-2003 01:51 PM #2
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    huh ?!

    if it has no extension then it's not a zip

    if you see a zip icon, then it must have a zip extension, or it's just an ejecutable

    sounds like you have NOT enabled the show extension option
    and show hidden files
    and do not show system files
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    where are you getting your memtest from? they have .zip files for download. I just checked.
    http://www.memtest86.com/
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  4. 07-07-2003 03:02 PM #4
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    Had another crash im on another computer.
    "where are you getting your memtest from? they have .zip files for download."
    Same place. Let me Re-Phrase that. It is a zip file Im just getting no file found. Again it could be the computer.
    My opinion after using XpPro. It really is a bloated OS which matches Microsofts Egos and Pocket books! Im seriously thinking about Linux for my Audio.
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  5. 07-07-2003 03:08 PM #5
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    Originally posted by SirFrank

    My opinion after using XpPro. It really is a bloated OS which matches Microsofts Egos and Pocket books!
    Windows 2000 Life is good here
    Improvise - Adapt - Overcome
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  6. 07-07-2003 06:41 PM #6
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    The 3.0 ver. is a .iso file thats zipped for D/L. Unless you want to fuss with the .iso , just D/L the 2.9 ver instead. Right click the file , select Extract All,extract it where you want, then open the Folder were extracted and click on "install.bat".The install program will prompt you for the floppy drive and also prompt you to insert a blank floppy. To run Memtest86 leave the floppy in the drive and reboot.
    There is a readme file with instructions. I always run all 11 tests (extented test) , but the first 7 should be enough for your immediate needs. 1 pass without errors is all you need to run.
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  7. 07-07-2003 10:16 PM #7
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    then open the Folder were extracted and click on "install.bat".The install program will prompt you for the floppy drive and also prompt you to insert a blank floppy
    Ive unzipped both versions and clicked on install then its a quick flash of a dos box and its gone. Doesnt ask to insert disk. Is there another program I can download straight to a floppy?
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  8. 07-07-2003 11:06 PM #8
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    No. It wont work without "install.bat" .
    I just gave v2.9 a go on my XP pc , and it works fine. You cannot view the contents of the floppy after the install, btw. Are you attempting this on the troubled pc or another? You could remedy all this by trying another stick of ram (borrowed or bought) .

    There are other testers but I haven't used any . Perhaps someone else can suggest one they have tried and trust .
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  9. 07-08-2003 12:00 AM #9
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    another stick of ram
    Its RD-ram and It needs dummy sticks which I dont have. I live in the country and I would have to hunt down some dummys. Which wouldnt take long in my neck of the woods!
    Yes I tried Memtest on the bad PC.
    I found another program that Ill be running tonight.
    Is there a Cpu temp program also? I guess I should check that even though its not overclocked.
    Thanks!!
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  10. 07-08-2003 12:52 AM #10
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    Speedfan
    , is very good.
    Also, Motherboard Monitor and MBProbe .

    *All these will monitor your temps and voltages.
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    Thanks Rocket! I downloaded speedfan and have run it. The temeratures are showing anywhere between 100 to 120 Fh. Is this good? This is a P4 2Ghz.
    I ran the other Mem tester last night for about 20 minutes till it froze up. What it did run though showed no errors..
    Im going to run it some more now.
    Thanks for all the help so far guys!
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  12. 07-08-2003 06:42 PM #12
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    Ok Ive been running the mem test for over two hours and no errors.http://hcidesign.com/memtest/
    I assume this program will do. Ive also had the computer on now for about 4 hrs and have been on the Net and no freezeup yet. But Im sure its comming.
    If the Ram checks and the temperature checks I guess its time for the Repair/Install. Hopefully that will work. I do need to know if 120deg Fh is OK though.
    Im curious about the Restore points. I deleted a recording program and when I did a Restore point back in time the program was there. I didnt try to record with it though. Does XP keep these programs on the Disk?
    Thanks again for any help!!
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  13. 07-08-2003 10:53 PM #13
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    120F is about 47C , looks ok to me .
    I would go for the Repair/Install .
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