February 2008
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Bardissi Notes:

 

Spring is getting close and it’s time for that spring cleaning of your PC or Laptop. When was the last time you had your system fan checked and cleaned? Just call us schedule a system dust proving. We’ll come out and clear the dust and cob webs that have been building up in your PC or Laptops cooling system. Do this now, and you won’t have a problem, with your PC or Laptop overheating in the summer.

 

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If you’re planning a vacation that involves driving to other parts of the country, we can supply you with the latest GPS technology at very affordable prices. So don’t get lost, get a new GPS and get to where your going on time and free of traffic hang ups.

 

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The Maple Glen Community Association presents, “KID STRONG”! This is a“Family Fitness Festival”, which will take place on Sunday Feb. 24, from  2-4pm. The festival will take place at At Personal Power Martial Arts, Peg Lane Dresher PA  (next to Mama’s Pizza). The event is free to the public and will be Fun for the whole family! For information call 215-540-8378 or email info@mapleglen.org.

 

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BARDISSI BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

 

This month’s spotlight is on Sandy Cabin, Independent Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay in the Montgomeryville and Tri-State area. Mary Kay is one of the oldest and most famous direct sales companies specializing in all things for skin and body care. They even have skin and body care products for guys.

 

Sandy is a Beauty Consultant extraordinaire. She knows the inn’s and out’s of skin and body care and how to advise her clients on the best products to accomplish their beauty needs and wants. Her attention to detail is excellent and she is a consultant with a heart as big as the Grand Canyon. Pleasing her clients is first and foremost with Sandy and she will go to great lengths in order to accomplish that goal. Her product line is very extensive and covers everything from lipstick to providing a client with a virtual makeover. Just pick up the phone and give her a call at 215 657- 3339 or email her at Shopkins@marykay.com and she will show you all that Mary Kay has to offer and develop a plan that is specific to you. “If feeling and looking good is important to you, then Sandy Cabin and Mary Kay have the beauty solutions to keep you looking and smelling your best every single day.”

 

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Just a reminder, Microsoft will end its support of XP next year. So, if you haven’t already, make sure you begin preparing now. Start planning for your conversion, by looking at your current technology and making sure it is able to handle the new operating system when the time comes. If you need advice or have questions, don’t hesitate to call us.

 

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Cooling Your System

 

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Cooling Your System

Dan Weaver, Technical Consultant Bardissi Enterprises

 

This month’s topic, which is often neglected, is system cooling. Most systems come with standard fans. One fan in the power supply and one fan on the processor. However, I have found that some times this is not enough. While running high processor use applications I’ve noticed the system processor can get up to 60 degrees Centigrade, Which converts to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. I’ve also noticed that under high video processing applications your video card can over heat as well, causing, in some cases, lines to come across your computer screen as you work. Very often the cooling fans you currently have may become clogged with dust, which can cause them to burn out or simply stop spinning. Most times this can be avoided by simply cleaning out the computer from time to time, and in most systems can take as little as 5 minutes to perform.

 

If your computer is making strange intermittent, at times, humming sounds and hasn’t been cleaned in a year or two, you could have a clogged fan. If your system is under warranty and has a warranty tag covering the case lid and case you may want to take it in to be serviced or have your IT service and support provider pick it up and clean it. If, however, you are adventurous and your system is out of warranty, a simple can of compressed air can be used to clean out the offending dust and other particles (especially if you have pets running around).  Cans of compressed air can be bought at almost any computer store or shop. You will also, sometimes need a Phillip’s screwdriver to remove the side cover.

 

NEVER clean a computer while it is plugged in or turned on.  Make sure you take the computer outside on a dry day before blowing out the dust, as this may cause a dust storm in your house, and even get in your eyes if you are within 2 feet of the computer. This has happened more then one time to me.  Dust in the system isn’t always a bad thing, from what I’m told. According to a few IT professionals I’ve talked to, they state that dust absorbs moisture and moisture is a known enemy of all electronics.

 

If you let your computer run constantly, as I do, you may want to invest in a few simple fan upgrades to keep temperatures down. Most PC cases have provisions for two additional fans that can be installed in under 20 minutes with basic household tools. Or you can have your local service shop perform this operation. Something as simple as this can save you hours of down time and lost money in repairs and new hardware.
 

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By Mike Bianchini - Network Technician Bardissi Enterprises

 

http://www.supercook.com - Do you like to cook but hate going to the store. Why not make a meal with the stuff you have. supercook.com allows you to put in what ingredients you have and it will give you recipes for those ingredients.