Basic PC Trouble Shooting

Before Calling the Technician this would save you a lot of money

Things to remember about a computer system

• All computer systems are modular. A problem with a particular module would affect the whole. The trick is to find which module is defective in order to solve the problem

• It would be extra handy if you have another computer around with the same specs.

• Do not panic, don’t let your frustration get to you.

cases

• Computer does not start up when I push the power button.

• Computer boots up but freezes• Computer boots up but gets an error message• Computer is running but there is no output on

the monitor• Computer is running but no sound• Computer could not connect to the internet

• Computer is sending messages to my contacts in my email account

• Pop Ups advertising and porn• The computer is trying to connect to another

server without your help• Computer is slower than its usual speed• Compute freezes up while I am using it