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=X= Evil Ernie · Posted: Wed 07 Dec 2005 01:51 Post subject: Computer problem

Hi guys,

I have googled a lot, but couldnt find a solution for a computer problem I have.

The problem
On my computer, I have 2 hard disks, 3 partitions. Partion C and E being one hard disk, which is quite new. D on an old one. On my E partition, I get all my downloads from the Internet.
However, since 2 weeks or so, when my E partition is heavily used, my mouse quits working (when downloading/watching movie). At least, the pointer freezes, but the mouse remains working (although you don't see it on the screen, you sometimes see highlights when you hover over things, but the mouse pointer remains where it is).
I don't have this with my C or D partitions. I have to restart my computer in order to get my mouse working properly again.
I used checkdisk and Symantec Disk Doctor, but both don't recognize a problem with the disk. Furthermore, I have the latest drivers installed.

I really have no clue what could be the problem... Do you?
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=X= kropa · Posted: Wed 07 Dec 2005 09:12 Post subject: Re: Computer problem

=X= Evil Ernie · Posted: Wed 07 Dec 2005 16:59 Post subject: Re: Computer problem

=X= Lightning · Joined: 26 Mar 2004 Posts: 349 Location: Germany

What mouse do you use ? (USB,ps2)

For me it sounds like a problem with the interrupts. That the controller of the harddrive and mouse uses the same interrupt ? I know pci has interrupts sharing, but sometimes it doesn't work. Sad

greetings
til

=X= Evil Ernie · Posted: Wed 07 Dec 2005 21:50 Post subject:

My mouse has USB. I tried plugging it in into a different USB-slot, but didnt make a difference. And Til, if you are right, what am I supposed to do then?
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