Category COMPUTER PROBLEMS
CPU AND REPLACING THE CMOS BATTERY
CPU Some computers can support more than one type of processor. For example, the system board might be able to use a Pentium II or a Pentium III 400. Other computers support more than one speed for a particular type of processor. For example, the computer could support the use of either a Pentium II […]
How To Install Master/Slave Configurations
I have a post on how to install master and slave Hard Drives. without the use of Usb cable for connecting two hard drives you can use your IDE cable(Integrated Drive Electronics) or ATA (AT Attachment).The hard drive or CD-ROM drive controller’s function is to receive commands to the drive and control the action of […]
How To Run Safe Mode
Safe Mode is a troubleshooting option for windows that helps your computer start in a limited state. It only loads some files and drivers to run windows. If the window doesn’t start normally, you can use safe mode to correct the changes. 1. The Advanced Boot Options screen lets you start Windows in advanced troubleshooting […]
What can cause the laptop not to turn on
1.plug the laptop into an electrical port using the AC adaptor and try to turn it on. 2.If the laptop powers on,the batteries may simply need recharging 3.If the laptop does not turn on: a. Remove all batteries from the laptop(be very careful not to break the release clips)and set the batteries aside 1. system […]
Troubleshoot The Laptop Power Supply
Troubleshoot the power supply To verify that the AC power supply is functioning properly, follow the steps below.1. Plug the AC adapter directly into a functioning wall outlet, and plug connector into the computer. Do not plug into a power strip, surge protector or secondary power source. 2. Verify the following operation and take the […]
Tips for knowing when the CMOS battery is getting weak .
You’ve noticed that the computer is doing a few strange things, but take it to just be one of those ‘computer things’. Then one day you turn on the computer, and you notice that the clock is completely wrong. Not only is the time wrong, but the date is too, possibly including the year. This […]
How to Fix Corrupt & Bad Sectors
Bad sectors on a hard drive occur when the magnet used with the hard drive weakens, preventing the drive from reading the data stored on the specific sector of the card. The only method of correcting the issue is to reformat the entire hard drive. This removes the data stored on the bad sectors (and […]
Memory (RAM) as the Cause of Computer Reboots
The memory (or RAM) in a computer is a vital component where information is temporarily stored while the computer is processing requests, running programs, conducting diagnostics and other vital functions. Second behind only the power supply, RAM is the most common hardware to go bad in a computer. Memory, with its tiny transistors, is extremely […]
How To Fix Computer Restarts Itself With No Obvious Reason
“My PC running on Windows XP frequently restarts it self for no apparent reason. Any files or internet pages I have been working on are lost. The PC reboots to the desktop and I have to redo all my work. Any ideas please?”Here are some useful steps on computer restarts itself ,please read on more […]
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