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david M-AUDIO - Fast Track Ultra & Windows 7 Driver - Subscribe
Updated! - 10.11.09
Windows 7 64-BIT Driver for M-AUDIO Fast Track Ultra

So I decided to do some gaming today on the PC. I rarely do it...for the fact that I feel that I am ignoring my family while I proceed to frag the opposing team. happy.gif

Well today I found out that on my NEW PC that my M-Audio Fast Track Ultra audio / mini is not supported by Windows 7. I mean, sure I have the RPM and I understand that Windows 7 is not released...but what the heck. Shouldn't it at least work in compatibility mode with Windows XP? Dammit, what luck.

The error message that I receive is: This device is not supported by the Windows Operating System that you are running. Typical Windows error, but that's ok I guess. Seems as though M-Audio is working hard to release the drivers soon.

M-AUDIO - Fast Track Ultra & Windows 7 Driver:
M-Audio Windows 7 Drivers Status
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david How to Create Restart, Shutdown, Sleep Icons in Windows 7 & Vista Desktop Aug 17th, 2009 12:18:37 pm - Subscribe
This entry will show you How to Create Lock Restart & Shutdown Icons in Windows 7 & Vista. This process is as simple as creating a shortcut, adding a command to that shortcut, then simply adding an icon to accompany it. Let me show you how to do it with the shutdown button.

  1. Right click the Desktop
  2. New
  3. Shortcut
  4. Enter in the browse location
  5. Shutdown.exe -s -t 00
  6. Name the shortcut 'Shutdown'
  7. Now right click the new shortcut
  8. Properties
  9. Change Icon*
  10. Choose the Shutdown Icon
  11. Ok


* NOTE: If you do not have a list of icons go back to step #9 and enter this in the browse section: %SystemRoot%\System32\shell32.dll

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Windows 7 System Command Lines
  • Shutdown Command - Shutdown.exe -s -t 00
  • Restart Command - Shutdown.exe -r -t 00
  • Lock Workstation Command - Rundll32.exe User32.dll,LockWorkStation
  • Hibernate Workstation Command - rundll32.exe PowrProf.dll,SetSuspendState
  • Sleep Computer Command - rundll32.exe powrprof.dll,SetSuspendState 0,1,0


    • Now you can add these icons that you created to your Aero Taskbar or to your Windows 7 Quick Launch.

    If you have any questions leave a comment.
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    david How to Enable Quick Launch in Windows 7 Aug 17th, 2009 12:07:18 pm - Subscribe
    This entry explains How to Enable Quick Launch in Windows 7. Sure the Aero Task bar is great, but if you enjoyed the Windows Quick Launch and are using Windows 7, it's no longer available. Or is it? I will show you how.

    How to Enable Quick Launch in Windows 7

    1. Right click the Task Bar
    2. Click on New Tool
    3. In the folder line copy
    4. %userprofile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch
    5. Select the folder button
    6. You should now have a Quick Launch Toolbar


    Pretty easy huh? Leave a comment if you have any issues.
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    david Windows 7 Shortcut Key Tips Aug 17th, 2009 11:51:24 am - Subscribe
    Here are a few of Window 7 Shortcut Key Tips for everyone to use and share. Using Windows 7 shortcuts can increase production and efficiency.

    Windows 7 Shortcut Key Tips List

    1. Presentation options - Win Key + P
    2. Hide all but the active window (just like AeroShake) - Win Key + Home
    3. Navigate through taskbar items - Win Key + T
    4. Show desktop gadgets (bring to front) - Win Key + G
    5. Start Mobility Center - Win Key + X
    6. Select systray - Win Key + B
    7. Magnify desktop - Win Key + Plus Key; reduce magnification - Win Key + Minus Key
    8. Maximize current window - Win Key + Up; Restore/Minimize - Win Key + Down
    9. Dock window on the desktop side: select window and Win Key + Left/Right Key
    10. Window switch Win Key + Tab. Reverse switch order Win Key + Shift + Tab
    11. Switch to the first window on taskbar: Win Key + 1; second window Win Key + 2; etc.
    12. Preview desktop - Win Key + Space
    13. Add files to Aero Task Bar - Hold down the Shift key while dragging a file to an icon on the Taskbar
    14. Shift+right click on a file, Copy as Path
    15. Win Key + R - Starts Run Command


    I will be adding more as the days go by. If you have a Windows 7 Shortcut Key Tip. Leave a comment, thanks!
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    david How to Extend the Windows 7 Trial from 30 to 120 Days Aug 17th, 2009 9:51:04 am - Subscribe
    This entry explains how to Extend the Windows 7 Trial from 30 Days to 120 Days. The process is rather easy, and will not require you to have a key for your copy of Windows 7. All you will need to do is run a command and reboot your computer. Here is how to do it.

    How to Extend the Windows 7 Trial from 30 to 120 Days

    1. Go to Start
    2. In the Windows Search for Program Box
    3. Search for Command
    4. Right Click it
    5. Run As Administrator
    6. In the command prompt type
    7. slmgr -rearm
    8. Enter
    9. Reboot the PC
    10. Now check your day's left. By going to Start > Right click > My Computer > Properties > Scroll down to Windows Activation


    Keep in mind to wait till your 29th day, then use this walkthrough on How to Extend the Windows 7 Trial from 30 to 120 Days. Should you have any questions or issues, leave a comment.
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    david How to Create a System Restore Point in Windows 7 Aug 17th, 2009 9:37:07 am - Subscribe
    Entry explains How to Create a System Restore Point in Windows 7. Everyone needs to create a system restore point at least once a week. Here is how to do it.

    1. Go to Start
    2. Right Click on My Computer
    3. Properties
    4. Click on the System Protection Link
    5. When System Properties opens up click create
    6. Name the Restore Point
    7. Wait while the Restore Point is Created
    8. Ok


    That's it! The complaint that I usually get from Windows Vista and 7 Users is that many of these system resources can be troublesome to find. Remember that you can always use the search box in your start menu to find windows operations & programs.

    Should you have any questions, leave a comment.
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    david drunk fail Aug 16th, 2009 3:01:59 am - Subscribe
    I was not there, but this video was sent to me by a close friend. It features his brother in law in a drunk fail state.


    drunk fail - this is my brother in law 3 sheets to the wind


    I was asked to post this up by him, so here it is for your viewing enjoyment.
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    david How to Run Open DNS Updater as a Windows Service Aug 14th, 2009 7:53:38 pm - Subscribe
    This entry explains how to run the Open DNS Updater as a Windows Service, rather than a continuing running process on the task bar.

    You can run Open DNS Updater as a Window Service by doing the following:

    1. Start it as a service with SrvAny.exe. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/137890

    2. Keep in mind you may need to copy the folder and files from: "%USERPROFILE%\Application Data\OpenDNS Updater" to the other "user's" home's application data then.

    Should you have any questions leave feel free to drop a comment, I will do my best to help you out.
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    david How to Fix Unable to Install Printer The Print Processor Does Not Exist Jul 30th, 2009 12:46:08 pm - Subscribe
    Today we received this issue in our Houston offices, and suprisingly it was pretty easy to resolve. The error message was Unable to Install Printer The Print Processor Does Not Exist.

    How to Fix Unable to Install Printer The Print Processor Does Not Exist
    Ok obviously you are recieving this error upon the installation of a new or exisiting printer on your local area network, or heck it maybe connected directly to the PC. Well to fix this problem simply uninstall the driver, and then reinstall. You may be prompted during the hardware installation wizard to Use the Existing Driver (recommended) or reinstall the driver. Well, just reinstall it. This will remove, and reinstall the print processor associated with the service / printer.

    To recap go to:
  • Start
  • Control Panel
  • Printer & Faxes
  • Add a New Printer
  • Start Hardware Wizard
  • Reinstall the Printer Driver (do not use existing)
  • Finish the Hardware Wizard
  • Test Print (if you like)

    Should you have any issues feel free to collaborate and post them here. Hope this helps!
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    david 5 things I wish some people wouldn't install on their PCs Jul 19th, 2009 3:07:24 pm - Subscribe
    5 things I wish some people wouldn't install on their PCs

    I totally agree with these. Come have a look.

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    5 things I wish some people wouldn't install on their PCs
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