Monday, June 27, 2011

New Owners Guide On Computer Repair

By Lee Highbridge


We hate to see it. Your computer wont turn on at all. Or you get some weird screen you have never seen before. Error messages are always around. Even a reboot right in the middle of doing something important. It would seem that a computer repair is imminent.

Problems arise from two aspects, software and hardware. Sometimes one can cause a problem with the other, and vice versa. Knowing some troubleshooting helps out to pinpoint the cause of your problems.

Hardware based problems are a bit easier to detect and fix. Part of it is it either works or doesn't, replace what doesn't. Many issues are based on the power supply. When there is an issue, you get nothing from the power button. When it does this look at the fans. If they bump, or dont do anything at all, the power supply is bad. If the computer starts partially, or shuts down after about 2 minutes, you have a cooling fan problem usually on the processor.

The other main problem with hardware is the video card. Either you get nothing on the monitor, or the monitor itself is bad. Many basic computers have a built in video onto the motherboard, so you cant change it out. But sometimes you can get an aftermarket video card that adds on, not removing the original, just adding an extra. Of the other components, they rarely fail, and are not detrimental.

Software issues are very common. Most computers have a good 20 software errors that we rarely see but live with every day. The operating system is where most issues are seen, but also has the majority of support out there.

The operating system is what makes everything work. It makes video, printing, software run, or even the keyboard recognizable. With the thousand of items it must do, there are bound to be problems unearthed. It isnt 100% perfect. Just a small change in how your browser works, can affect other things as well. But all those little changes for the better, can pay a price elsewhere. That isn't to say don't ever update, they are necessary. But pay attention to what is done, it is important to know.

Some repairs can easily be done yourself. Changing a video card, or power supply out is not overly hard. When it comes to more intricate issues, computer repair by a professional is important. It will save you time and frustration.




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