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Computer Troubleshooting Techniques

January 16, 2008


Common Troubleshooting Strategies and Techniques

The following article is based on years of experience.Being a good computer technician is based on experience but also in reading and research. I Challenge veryone not only PC technician can fix computer problems but you also can fix this problem just keep reading and keep searching from the internet Directron.com is one of the site how to fix computer problems. It is provided as a free service customers and visitor . Ho you are welcome to distribute these computer support tips free to your friends and associates as long as it’s not for commercial purposes and you acknowledge the source. . All of us will start from basic here are the basic troubleshooting techniques and Strategies in troubleshooting minor computer problems.

Here are five common-sense techniques and strategies to solve common computer hardware problems.

(1) Trial-and-error

Personal computers are highly modular by design. The most powerful trouble-shooting technique is to isolate the problem to a specific component by trial-and-error. Swap compatible components and see if the system still works. Try different peripherals on different machines and see if the same problem occurs. Make one change at a time.

(2) "It’s the cable, s—–."

More than 70% of all computer problems are related to cabling and connections. Ensure all cables are connected firmly. IDE and floppy ribbon cables and power cables can often go loose. Ensure microprocessor, memory modules, and adapters such as video card and sound card are inserted correctly and didn’t "pop-up" during transportation.

(3) Don’t be frustrated!

Don’t be afraid of computer problems. It is often the best opportunity to learn. Trouble-shooting is part of the fun of owning a computer. Imagine the satisfaction you could get by solving a problem yourself.

Of course the fun could ran out quickly once you are frustrated and have spent too much time on the same problem. If you feel frustrated, it’s time to leave it for a while and go back with some new ideas or call someone who can help. Rule of thumb: You shouldn’t spend more than three hours on the same problem at one time.

(4) Take notes!

Take notes of what you have done and all the error messages. You may need to use them later. For instance, when you see an unusual blue screen with an error message, copy the entire message onto a piece of paper. In many situations, that message may point to the right direction in getting the problem solved quickly.

(5) Take a look?

It’s OK to open a computer case and take a look inside. There is only 5V and 12V DC voltage supplied to the components outside the power supply. Those who have never seen the inside



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Previous Comments

definitely a nice ttempt at making the lay men realizze that they certainly do have the potential to repair or experiment with their pc’s !

Posted by solano at June 26, 2008, 7:36 pm

very helpful tips……helped me to enhance the way I use the computer

Posted by Anthony at June 27, 2008, 8:11 pm

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Posted by Thomson@ Cheap computer at February 7, 2009, 6:43 pm

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Posted by Thomson@ Cheap computer at February 7, 2009, 7:02 pm

to all my fellow technicianz, i would like to say thank you for this techniques, i though this would be my guide in teaching in cmputer hardware servicing…….of course we must know the systematic way to repair…….. and of course the bios beep codes of course we know that. right? so thanks.

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