A+ 220-801/802 Chapter 13: Troubleshooting Hardware
Problems
Jeremiah
Terms in this set (21)
When you first turn on a computer and you Hardware
don't hear a spinning drive or fan or see
indicator lights, is the problem hardware or
software related?
What is a Windows error message called that BSOD
appears on a blue screen?
How many beeps does startup BIOS give to One
indicate a successful POST?
Which two components in a system might Power supply and hard disk drive
give out a loud whining noise?
What Windows utility can you use to test Windows Memory Diagnostics - MDsched.exe
RAM?
What is the purpose of standoffs installed To improve airflow and prevent the mobo from grounding on the case.
between the bottom of the case and the
motherboard?
If a system hangs after being used for Install a software utility for easiest ongoing monitoring. For easy one-time temperature
several hours and you suspect overheating, monitoring, check BIOS.
what can you do to easily monitor the CPU
and system temperature?
What are two reasons to tie cables up and Improve airflow and to prevent loose cables from damaging other components.
out of the way inside a computer case?
Why should a tower case not sit on thick Can block the air intake on the bottom front of the case.
carpet?
For most computer cases, does air flow from Front to rear.
front to rear or rear to front?
What should you do if you get the POST Reset setup BIOS settings to defaults. Flash BIOS if problem persists.
error "CMOS checksum bad"?
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