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Sometimes the computer does not give a particular error message but you know something isn't working quite right. Here are some topics that will help you determine what the problem is.
Troubleshoot a Computer Monitor That Won't Display Anything On Screen
Testing a monitor is an easy computer hardware troubleshooting task. Follow these steps to test a monitor that you suspect might be dead or has other problems.
Testing a monitor is an easy computer hardware troubleshooting task. Follow these steps to test a monitor that you suspect might be dead or has other problems.
Troubleshoot a Computer That Turns On But Stops Booting During the POST
Sometimes your computer may actually turn on fine but an error message during the Power On Self Test will stop the boot process. Other times your computer may simply freeze sometime during the POST with no error at all. Fix these problems with these steps.
Sometimes your computer may actually turn on fine but an error message during the Power On Self Test will stop the boot process. Other times your computer may simply freeze sometime during the POST with no error at all. Fix these problems with these steps.
Troubleshoot a Computer That Turns On But Displays Nothing on Screen
The most common way that a computer won't turn on is when the PC actually does power on but doesn't display anything on the monitor. If nothing is showing up on your screen then troubleshoot with this guide to find the cause of the problem.
The most common way that a computer won't turn on is when the PC actually does power on but doesn't display anything on the monitor. If nothing is showing up on your screen then troubleshoot with this guide to find the cause of the problem.
Troubleshoot a Computer That Turns On and Then Immediately Turns Off
Is your computer turning off by itself immediately or at some point before the operating system loads? If so, you may be facing anything from a simple electrical short inside your computer to a serious hardware issue.
Is your computer turning off by itself immediately or at some point before the operating system loads? If so, you may be facing anything from a simple electrical short inside your computer to a serious hardware issue.
Troubleshoot a Computer That Shows No Sign of Power
There are several easy-to-solve possible causes to a computer that isn't receiving power. If you turn on your computer and it doesn't power on at all then try some of these easy troubleshooting steps.
There are several easy-to-solve possible causes to a computer that isn't receiving power. If you turn on your computer and it doesn't power on at all then try some of these easy troubleshooting steps.
If Your Computer Won't Start...
It's a dreadful way to start a day - you turn on your computer and nothing happens. Do not fear because all may not be lost! Follow these simple steps to determine what's really going on.
It's a dreadful way to start a day - you turn on your computer and nothing happens. Do not fear because all may not be lost! Follow these simple steps to determine what's really going on.
Color Issues on the Monitor
Are the colors "off" on the screen? Do you have problems with images being too dark or too bright? There a number of different reasons why your monitor may not be representing color properly.
Are the colors "off" on the screen? Do you have problems with images being too dark or too bright? There a number of different reasons why your monitor may not be representing color properly.
Beep Codes Sound During Boot
If you're hearing beep codes after you turn your computer on, it typically means that the system has encountered some kind of problem before it was able to display any kind of error information on the monitor.
If you're hearing beep codes after you turn your computer on, it typically means that the system has encountered some kind of problem before it was able to display any kind of error information on the monitor.
Fan Making Loud Noise
Noisy computer fans are an indication that they are not working properly which means that heat may be building up inside the computer - a potentially damaging scenario.
Noisy computer fans are an indication that they are not working properly which means that heat may be building up inside the computer - a potentially damaging scenario.
Hard Drive Making Noise
A grinding, squealing or clicking sound from the computer is often the first sign of a failing hard drive. These steps will help you determine what to do next.
A grinding, squealing or clicking sound from the computer is often the first sign of a failing hard drive. These steps will help you determine what to do next.