TROUBLESHOOTING PC ASSEMBLING

TROUBLESHOOTING (PC ASSEMBLING)

 

 

 

 

The Troubleshooting section here is not intended as a comprehensive guide to troubleshooting computer systems, but rather as a quick checklist to point you in the right direction.
Troubleshooting Tips for a New Motherboard
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More than 70% of all computer problems are related to cabling and connections. Ensure all cables are connected and connected firmly. IDE and floppy ribbon cables and power cables can often go loose. Ensure microprocessor, memory modules, and adapters such as video card are inserted correctly and didn't "pop-up" due to vibration.

System has no power at all. Power light does not illuminate, fan inside the power supply does not turn on, and indicator light on keyboard does not turn on.
PROBABLE CAUSE    DIAGNOSIS    SOLUTION
Power cable is unplugged.    Visually inspect power cable.    Make sure power cable is securely plugged in.
Defective power cable.    Visual inspection, try another cable.    Replace cable.
Power supply failure.    Power cable and wall socket are OK, but system is still dead.    Contact technical support
Faulty wall outlet; circuit breaker or fuse blown.    Plug device into socket know to work and test.    Use different socket, repair outlet, reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

System inoperative. Keyboard lights are on, power indicator lights are lit, and hard drive is spinning.
PROBABLE CAUSE    DIAGNOSIS    SOLUTION
Expansion card is partially dislodged from expansion slot on the motherboard.    Turn off computer. Take cover off system unit.
Check all expansion cards to ensure they are securely seated in slots.    Using even pressure on both ends of the expansion card, press down firmly on expansion card.
Defective floppy disk drive or tape drive.    Turn system off.
Disconnect the cables from one of the floppy drives. Turn on the system, check to see if the keyboard operates normally. Repeat until you have located defective unit.    Contact Technical Support.
Defective expansion card.    Turn computer off.
Remove an expansion card.    Make sure expansion card is secure in expansion socket.