Watch in HD for best picture. Also give me any tips on how to improve my build. This was my first build so I may have done something wrong. Thanks! A video detailing my computer setup I made in March 2010. Enjoy. Update 16/4/11 (Not shown in video): AUDIO: Logitech z906 – $400 (Replaced JBL Creature II) EXTERNAL HDD: Fantom G-Force II eSATA/USB – $85 Update 23/8/10 (Not shown in video): AUDIO: X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Champion Series – $170 (w/ $70 rebate) MOUSE PAD: SteelSeries QcK – $15 Hardware: CPU: AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition – $194.99 COOLING: XIGMATEK Dark Knight / 5 FANS – $44.96 + $9.99 (for extra fan) CONTROLLER: Scythe Fan Controller – $15 MOTHERBOARD: GIGABYTE GA-790FXTA-UD5 – $184.99 RAM: CORSAIR XMS3 4GB DDR3 1600 – $109.99 GPU: HIS ATI Radeon HD 5850 – $319.99 HDD: Western Digital Caviar Black 640 GB x2 (in Raid 0) – $ 74.99 each EXTERNAL HDD: Western Digital My Book 500 GB – $80 + Segate 1 TB – $105 DRIVES: Asus Dvd Burner – $23 NETWORKING: Edimax Ew-7728ln – $34 CASE: Lian-Li Lancool PC-K62 – $109.99 PSU: CORSAIR 750W Modular – $149.99 OS: Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit – $179.99 LIGHTS: Cold Cathode – $5 Peripherals: MONITOR: Samsung Syncmaster P2370 1080p – $220 SPEAKERS: JBL Creature II / JVC RX-1 / Sennheiser HD-555 – $100 (Creatures) + $600 (RX-1) + $120 (HD-555) MOUSE: Razer Mamba – $105 KEYBOARD: Logitech Illuminated Keybaord – $70 Thanks for watching
KHALMNPR.EXE is a Hardware Abstraction Layer Service. Logitech Bluetooth mouse Hardware Abstraction layer, to be precise. A “hardware abstraction layer” is an interface that offers support for devices to connect to the computer, without modifying every application that uses the device.
Its function is basically that of a translator acting as an intermediate between the hardware layer and the software application layer which the user interacts with. The hardware abstraction layer can be called from either the operating system’s kernel or from a device driver. In either case, the calling program can interact with the device in a more general way with more flexibility.
KHALMNPR process is Logitech’s mouse sensitivity monitor. When you enable Logitech’s own sensitivity management, this process is required. This will allow you to change sensitivity on a per program level using their profile manager inside SetPoint. KHALMNPR.EXE is a process installed alongside Logitech mice which allows for advanced configuration and diagnostics of their range of multimedia products. KHALMNPR.EXE is software program that may have been on your computer since the day you purchased it as this file name also comes from Logitech.
To help identify that this program is not spyware, always verify the file is in the proper location. This file is normally associated with Logitech peripherals, and allows various control and configuration changes to these hardware devices. This file is considered safe and is not associated with any spyware or adware. File KHALMNPR.EXE is located in a subfolder of “C:\Program Files\Common Files” (mainly C:\Program Files\Logitech\SetPoint\). This program is a non-essential process, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems (explained below).
If you deliver electronic presentations using PowerPoint or other programs, you can manually move forward to the next slide with the keyboard or the mouse. One way, however, to deliver more effective presentations that improve your connection to your audience is to add a remote control to your presentation tools. What features should you look for when selecting a remote control?
Remote Features
Many projectors come standard with a remote but features vary and may not always be easy to use. A better choice is to buy your own personal presentation remote control. When evaluating a remote, look for these features and decide what is important to you:
Ergonomic and easily fits in your hand. Keep in mind that you might be using the remote for an hour or an entire day. Plus, a smaller remote will usually have fewer and more accessible buttons, fits in your pocket, and is great for travel. Simple to use. In most cases, a smaller, ergonomic remote is easy to use but test it before buying. One of my friends loves her small remote which is only about the size of a matchbook. The tradeoff is she needs to press 2 buttons together to make the screen go black, a feature that does not always work. I was reminded of the importance of an easy to use remote recently when I watched an excellent presenter pull out a huge remote that looked a price scanner gun from Home Depot. As he fumbled with a large panel of buttons, the remote dropped to the floor and broke open with batteries flying across the stage. Transmit distance. Remotes operate with three different technologies: RF (wireless radio frequency), IR (infrared), and Bluetooth. A huge drawback with IR remotes is that you need to point the mouse directly at the receiver for it to work. Bluetooth remotes use the latest technology but currently have a maximum range of about 30′ while many RF remotes have a range of 50 to 100 feet. With some remotes, you can have your back to the laptop and move to the middle of an audience. What do you need for your presentations? Built-in mouse. Some presenters will sacrifice a bit in size to get a built-in mouse, usually a small button like you see on some laptops. Other remotes have a track ball or a touch pad. I prefer a separate wireless mouse that I use for portions of my presentations. I find a built-in mouse to be too awkward but it might be great for your purposes. Visible laser pointer. If you would like a built-in laser pointer, make sure to test it for visibility and practice moving it slowly. Some of the pointers have such a small laser dot that it does not show well on-screen. Would an animation be a better way to highlight parts of a slide or a process?
While you can locate some remotes at your local computer store or office supply outlet, your best option may be to find someone who has a remote and try it out. My favorite is the RemotePoint Navigator ( www.rpnav.com ) which is easy to use, fits comfortably in my hand, and gives me up to 50′ of movement from my laptop. I’ve owned this remote for 10 years now but it is still reliable. Another great remote for about $80 is the Logitech Professional Presenter R800 ( www.logitech.com ) which includes a green laser and a cool timer which vibrates to tell you when your presentation time is up.
There are many other models and brands to consider. Personally, I do not like remotes loaded with tons of features that you might not need; these remotes are typically bigger or more complicated to use. Remember, you should be using a remote so that you do not call attention to the technology and your audience can focus on your content.
Practicing with a Remote Control
After you buy a remote, practice with it before you use it. Do not just try it at your desk, you need to also setup your laptop and remote and actually run through your presentation. The first time I did this, the screen kept going black or I would accidentally advance to the next slide. The problem wasn’t with the remote. The problem was that I was holding my presentation handout in the same hand and accidentally hitting a remote button through the handout. An easy adjustment but not obvious if my only rehearsal was in my office. I personally like to choreograph my slide actions into my presentation notes to avoiding looking back at the projection screen to check my location. Or, setup your laptop in the meeting room so you can glance at the screen and still keep the connection with your audience.
Practicing with your remote should be a built-in part of your presentation rehearsal to avoid distracting your audience and accomplishing the goal of communicating your message.
Bonus Tips: Always bring extra batteries; many speakers change out batteries for every presentation. To protect your investment, label the remote or put several business cards in the carrying case in the event that your remote is misplaced.
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