Are you using Interent Explorer or Firefox?  There have been issues with Firefox but I don't know if it's pasting.

BTW, when posting we usually only need the PC Model Number and Operating System.  And, if it's a particular problem such as an audio problem then we need to know the type of sound card (or integrated audio).  Listing everything in the PC is not needed.

Computer and system specs:

Dell Inspiron 530, Intel core 2 quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.40GHz, Ram: 4GB, 32-bit operating system, Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 2 and using Internet Explorer 8. Hoping this info helps.

I was able to insert this jpg by clicking on the "insert media" icon (two icons to the LEFT of the Smiley face) and then upload it from my PC.

I captured that from my desktop using the Windows 7 "clipping tool". 

Another way to do it, is to upload the image to a (free) image hosting website - i.e. PhotoBucket, then simply copy/paste the IMG link they provide (directly under the image) into the forums :emotion-55:

When I click on the 'insert media' icon it asks for the media and I am not sure what it is asking for, that is, what media am I suppose to use. I think I need step by step instructions as to how to do this. I am not using windows 7 so not sure what the clipping tool is, but is there a way to accomplish this with windows vista. I am not sure what you mean when you say you captured that from your desktop. I have tried a number of things but not able to accomplish a paste.

HERE is instructions on using the Clipping Tool in Vista.  You can capture whatever you want from the screen and then save it as a jpg file. 

Then follow the instructions I noted where I pasted a sample on the forum (basically uploading the captured picture to the forum). 

:emotion-1:  Great, got it working.  I have to admit I had to figure it out myself before telling you. As long as I've been on the forum, I've never had to paste anything on the forum.

Much appreciated, thanks for your assistance...the following is a completed paste. This will greatly assist when trying to address issues or assisting others with theirs.