StepByStep Index

How to Start in Safe Mode in Windows 7
Starting your computer in Windows 7 Safe Mode can help you diagnose and solve many serious problems, especially when starting normally is not possible.

How to Start in Safe Mode in Windows Vista
Starting your computer in Windows Vista Safe Mode can help you diagnose and solve many serious problems, especially when starting normally is not possible.

How to Start in Safe Mode in Windows XP
Starting your computer in Windows XP Safe Mode can help you diagnose and solve many serious problems, especially when starting normally is not possible.

How to Reseat Internal Data and Power Cables
Sometimes reseating the internal data and power cables in your PC can fix certain kinds of problems. Reseating cables simply means to unplug them and then plug them back in.

How to Reseat a Desktop Memory Module
Sometimes reseating the memory in your desktop computer can fix certain kinds of problems. Reseating memory simply means removing and reinserting it into the motherboard.

How To Check For Disconnected Monitor Power Cable Connections
Power cables often wiggle loose from monitors over time or after a move. The monitor power cable should fit firmly into the three-pronged port.

How To Check For Disconnected Computer Power Cable Connections
Power cables often wiggle loose from PC cases over time or after a computer move. Checking every point where electricity is delivered to the computer system is usually a first step when a computer isn't receiving power.

How to Enter Windows XP Recovery Console
The Windows XP Recovery Console is a command line based, advanced diagnostic mode that can help repair major system problems like those that prevent Windows XP from loading.

How to Reseat Expansion Cards
Sometimes simply reseating an expansion card - like a PCI card - can fix many issues. Reseating a card simply means removing and reinserting the card. The first step is to open your case.

Change the Boot Order in BIOS
Changing the boot order of the bootable devices on your computer like your CD drive, hard drive and flash drive is very easy. The BIOS setup utility is where you change boot order settings.

How to Check for Causes of Electrical Shorts in a Computer
Electrical shorts inside a computer are usually caused by stray pieces of metal that form an electrical connection that shouldn't normally exist. Electrical shorts can cause the PC to power off without warning and without an error message. They can also cause the PC to not power on at all.

How to Boot to Windows XP Safe Mode With Command Prompt
Starting your computer in Windows XP Safe Mode with Command Prompt can help you perform advanced diagnostics and solve many serious problems, especially when starting normally is not possible.