I'm in desperate need of some help!

I have an OLD computer that has a fried video card. I have replaced it a few times and its works for a while then fries again. When I turn the computer on, I can hear it running but of course, no picture on the monitor. I don't CARE about saving the actual computer but I am desperate to get everything off of it.

Is there any way I can copy all of the stored data off of the old computer to my laptop without being able to see the old computer's screen?

I have learned my lesson and now have an external hard drive. Is all HOPE of salvaging my stored photos and files lost? Hello Carly83 and welcome to the CH FORUMS.

You can make life easier for yourself by purchasing a kit which will allow you to connect your hard drive to your laptop using a spare usb port. Such a kit is shown here and there are many more kits, possibly cheaper ones, in the market. Here is a review of the kit mentioned, seems to be a very simple hookup and the kit may come-in-handy for you or your friends on more than one occasion.

I suggest you make enquiries with your local pc hardware supplier for what is available in your area.

When you POST on the forums please advise what your Operating System (XP, Win 2k etc) is and what hardware you have.

Good luck