Startup and POST errors can help you locate PC hardware problems.
- [Narrator] Hardware problems become most obvious…when you start the computer, or not.…In fact, the first problem anyone notices…is that the computer won't start.…In that situation, the issue is the power supply.…First questions, is it plugged in?…Does the wall socket have power?…You can obtain a socket tester at any hardware store…to determine not only if the socket has power,…but confirm that it's wired properly.…If not, plug a lamp into the socket and see if it turns on.…
Check the power cord, both ends must be plugged in.…The cord must be intact.…Look at the back of the PC for a power supply switch,…ensure that it's on.…Finally, listen to the power supply fan.…Is it worrying?…If the PC still fails to start, this situation happens…during periods of intense power usage.…The Layman's term is brownout,…though it's more properly called a dip.…If that's the case, you just have to wait.…Check the console, specifically look for its power lamp.…
Is it on? Can you hear the CPU fan?…Which is different from the power supply fan.…
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11/19/2018- Diagnosing the causes of PC issues
- Troubleshooting hardware and software
- Performing startup and system restore steps
- Accessing the Task Manager
- Using the Registry Editor
- Fixing Windows
- Checking and freeing storage
- Fixing common printer issues
- Troubleshooting audio
- Restoring network connectivity
Skill Level Beginner
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Introduction
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What you should know1m 3s
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1. PC Trouble
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Getting help on the Internet3m 42s
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Trying a quick fix2m 45s
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2. Startup and Shutdown Issues
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3. Problems and Solutions: Windows
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Starting in Safe Mode3m 59s
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Using System Restore3m 26s
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Accessing the Task Manager5m 44s
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Reviewing events3m 46s
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Fixing Windows2m 47s
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4. Problems and Solutions: Mass Storage
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Checking storage3m 36s
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Freeing storage4m 36s
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5. Problems and Solutions: Printer
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Checking printer status3m 43s
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Updating the printer driver2m 56s
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6. Problems and Solutions: Monitors and Graphics
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Troubleshooting the monitor3m 54s
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7. Problems and Solutions: Peripherals
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Working with USB connections4m 39s
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Troubleshooting audio3m 7s
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8. Problems and Solutions: Networking
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Checking network software2m 49s
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Checking network hardware4m 55s
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Conclusion
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Next steps41s
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