Windows 7 Boot Updater to Change Windows 7 Boot Animation

Windows 7 Boot Updater is a program that makes it easy to update the Windows 7 boot animation and text. No need to do manual hack and with Windows 7 Boot Updater changes Boot animation in just clicks. Windows 7 Boot Updater is a portable software with which you can customize the image which can be animated or static. Also, the text can be customized according to your way.

Current Version Features:
Modifies the boot animation
Modifies the boot text "Starting Windows" and "© Microsoft Corporation"
Will create the animation from 105 BMP, PNG, GIF, or TIFF images or uses a single (non-animated) image
Does not require any other applications (like ImageX)
Designed to be idiot-proof by having numerous checks
Automatically backs-up the modified files
Does not require test-signing or no-integrity-checks to be enabled
Works for all versions of Windows 7: any language, any edition, 32-bit or 64-bit
Works even if your setup has the hidden "System Reserved" partition



How to Use Windows 7 Boot Updater:
If you have Windows 7 then you are good to go! The WIM library is included with Windows 7. If you will be running this on Windows Vista or earlier you will need to follow some additional directions.
The Animation
If you choose to change the animation you will have to make an animation! The animation can be one long BMP that is 200x21000px or a folder containing 105 BMPs, PNGs, GIFs, or TIFs. The files will be played in alphabetical order (so if you are numbering them, use the same number of digits for all numbers (e.g. 000, 001, ..., 103, 104). Here are the details about the animation:
105 frames
15 frames / sec
First 4 seconds play once then the last 3 seconds play in a loop
Each frame is 200x200px


To use the GUI, simply double-click the program "Win7BootUpdater.exe". The program will request administrator privileges. Make all the changes you wish to make to the boot screen. A preview on the right hand side will show you approximately how it will look (note: the text is not quite positioned correctly). For the background color of the entire screen you are limited to the 16 'custom' colors. Picking a different color will cause it to find the closest possible color. 
In the 'Options' menu you can also adjust the files which are modified (bootres.dll, winload.exe, winload.exe.mui, and bootmgr). You must use un-altered files. You can also restore the backups created by the program from there. If you would like to share your boot screen design, you can save a boot skin. The boot skin will embed all necessary data including animation and font.


Recovering winload.exe Manually in case any Error:
If you get stuck forever in Windows Recovery Environment then you need to manually restore winload.exe. Here are the directions:
Once you enter Windows Recovery Environment press "Cancel" right away (while it is still scanning)
Click "Yes" on the warning that pops up. Click "View advanced options for system recovery and support"
Select your keyboard types and click "Next>". Select an account (not "HomeGroupUser$") and enter any necessary password and click "Ok". Click "Command Prompt" (the last option)
Enter the following commands:
d:
cd \Windows\System32
del winload.exe
ren "winload - Backup.exe" winload.exe
cd \Windows\Boot\PCAT
del bootmgr
ren "bootmgr - Backup" bootmgr
exit
Click "Restart"


Windows 7 Boot Updater requires the Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 and the Microsoft WIM library.


Download Free Windows 7 Boot Updater:
Windows 7 Boot Updater.exe (1.7 MB)

Simmtronics and VIA Introduced SIMM Desktop PC in India for Only Rs.10K

Simmtronics and VIA has team up to introduced the SIMM PC in India. This PC will be priced at under Rs. 10,000 and features a 15.6-inch monitor, keyboard, and optical mouse. The SIMM PC will be assemble with VIA PC-1 mainboards at new Roorkee plant of company. SIMM PC will be available in the market soon through Simmtronics’ wide range of channel partners.

VIA PC-1 is based on VIA’s energy efficient processors, the VIA Nano and VIA C7 processor families and focus on communication, education and information. VIA’s Nano and C7 processors are low power processors and much lower overall cost in compare of Intel. PC-1 products offer OEMs and ODMs to offer their customers low-cost and power-efficient products. Simmtronics joins it to developing end-user PC-1 like SIMM PC. Simmtronics already launched SIMMBOOK in UAE, a IBM-cobranded netbook, which use VIA processors and chipsets and Ubuntu operating systems to offer great value for money.


Specification of SIMM PC:
~VIA C7-D 1.6GHz processor
~512MB DDR2 RAM expandable up to 4GB
~250GB SATA HDD
~200W SMPS
~15.6-inch LCD
~Micro ATX cabinet
~Ubuntu OS
~Standard keyboard
~Optical Mouse
Simmtronics is one of the leading manufacturer of memory modules in the Asia Pacific region also a motherboard manufacturer. Simmtronics also manufactures computer components right here in India and exports them to over 15 other countries across the world, including Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Dubai, UAE, Iraq, Turkey, Ghana and Algeria. VIA Technologies is a major manufacturer of x86 processors and platforms focusing on the low-power, cloud and mobile markets.
 

Transcend Launched USB 3.0 Flash Drives in India

Transcend announced the addition of the new JetFlash 700 USB flash drive to its USB 3.0 product portfolio. Transcend has expanded its USB 3.0 Flash Drive range by announcing the launch of JetFlash 700 USB flash drive in Indian Market. The new JetFlash 700 USB 3.0 specification boasts optimized interface speeds up to 10X faster than the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specification.

The Transcend JetFlash 700 USB Flash Drives delivers lightning-fast data transfer rates as it is equipped with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 specification that provides upto 10x faster speeds than the Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specification, which makes it ideal choice for users who demand high quality USB 3.0 USB Drive. It provides data transfer rates of up to 70MB/s and nearly twice the read speeds.
Transcend JetFlash 700 USB Flash Drives available in 8GB, 16GB and 32GB storage capacities. The next-generation USB 3.0 that provides much quicker and easier access to rich digital content. The JetFlash 700 is now available at an MRP of Rs.1300/- for the 8GB model, Rs.2000/- for the 16GB model and Rs.5600/- for the 32GB model, and backed by Transcend’s limited lifetime warranty.
You can also download the useful JetFlash Elite data management tools, which allow users to check their email from any compatible computer, use the JetFlash drive as a key to automatically log on to website accounts, and much more.

Transcend JetFlash 700 USB 3.0 Flash Drive come with limited lifetime warranty. Transend has some other USB 3.0 products include the StoreJet 25D3 and StoreJet 25M3 portable hard drives, and the USB 3.0 expansion cards for desktop and laptop computers.   

Fujitsu Launched World's First Glasses-free 3D PC

Fujitsu Japan has announced the world’s first glasses-free 3D PC, the ESPRIMO FH/99CM. This PC was part of their 2011 FMV line-up launch. Already many companies announced a few glasses-free 3DTVs at CES 2011 but its a step ahead by Fujitsu. This desktop computer has a 23-inch FullHD (1080p) which enable you to enjoy 3D display.

Other features included a Sandy Bridge processor (i7-2630QM), an Intel H65 motherboard, 2TB HDD, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 support, 4GB DDR3 RAM and of course, a Blu-ray drive with 3D Blu-ray support. 
The LCD Entertainment "FH Series" Glasses-free 3D models "FH99/CM" provides a new 3D without the glasses, easy on the big screen to enjoy widescreen LCD 23 inch 3D video. The body panels attached a "3D Panel Version Converter" which also enable you to enjoy glasses-less 3D images.


This ultimate ESPRIMO FH/99CM PC will available at price around Rs. 1,40,000. The ESPRIMO FH/99CM is expected to release in Japan on February 25, but the Fujitsu planning to a worldwide release later

Mobile Number Portability Finally to Start Nation Wide in India from 20th January 2011

The Mobile Number Portability (MNP) finally going to start nation wide in India from 20th January 2011. With MNP you can change your service provider while retaining existing mobile number from tomorrow. MNP was first launched in Haryana Telecom circle on 25th November 2010 by telecom minister Kapil Sibal. 


The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) today issued official notification for the implementation of the Pan India Mobile Number Portability (MNP) to all over the country from January 20. All service areas has assigned a nodal operator to handle all process. 
Though its a fear to all operators with bad service or poor customer support to loose their customer base hence already many mobile service operators started MNP Campaign over Electronic & Print media as well as social networking sites like twitter and facebook. Vodaofone and Idea Cellular has also started a Toll Free MNP Helpline number to all Indian users.


How to Switch Your Current Operator and Port a Mobile Number:

~You need to send SMS to 1900 in following format: PORT Your Mobile Number

For exp: PORT 9999999999.

~You will get an SMS reply with a unique porting code.

~SMS to the preferred operator quoting the unique code. This code is valid only for a few days and you will have to apply again if it expires.

Now your existing operator will check with new operator & if there are no dues then approval will be given for porting.

~You will get an SMS on the time and date when porting will take place. The process may take 4 days to complete.

~After porting is complete, wait for an SMS from your new operator confirming the operation.

~After this your phone may be offline for about 2 hours when the porting takes place.
~You'll be provided a new SIM card. 
~For pre paid, the balance amount of talk time will be lapse. 
~You can change to another operator only after 90 days.

~The charge for MNP is Rs. 19 and this will be charged by any of telecom operators for porting a mobile number.

What is Mobile Number Portability (MNP):

Mobile number portability (MNP) enables mobile telephone users to retain their mobile telephone numbers when changing from one mobile network operator to another. Where a customer taking a service from a mobile operator (eg Vodafone, Airtel) can retain their telephone number when they change to a different mobile operator or service provider