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Flashcards in Hardware troubleshooting Deck (3)
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1
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Troubleshooting

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  • write down your steps - you’ll be able to remember exactly what you’ve done and how you can avoid repeating the same mistakes
  • take notes about error messages - this information can be used later to find out if other people are having the same error
  • check cables to ensure all hardware components are all properly connected
  • restart the computer
2
Q

Windows is not booting up

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  • error message, ‘windows won’t boot’
  • opened computer case, hardware not compatible
  • enter computer BIOS, insert windows installation or recovery media
3
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Mouse isn’t smoothly moving

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  • speed of mouse is slow, cursor freezes
  • mouse isn’t lean, bad surface
  • reconnect and try another port, update drivers