CH13 Flashcards
Which of these could NOT be the cause of a computer appearing completely dead?
A. Hibernate Mode
B. Bad Power Cable
C. Disconnected Power Cable
D. Bad Keyboard
D. Bad Keyboard
Which of these is the most hazardous to a desktop computer or mobile device?
A. Dropping it
B. Leaving it in a hot car in the summer
C. Getting it wet
D. Leaving it in an unheated building in winter
C. Getting it wet
What Windows utility returns the computer’s system files to previously saved verions?
A. Control Panel
B. Compatibility Mode
C. File Explorer
D. System Restore
D. System Restore
Which of these might correct a problem with an application not running correctly?
A. Delete your data files
B. Clean the display screen
C. Uninstall and Reinstall the Application
D. Create a shortcut to the application on the desktop
C. Uninstall and Reinstall the Application
Suppose you have a Wireless Mouse that doesn’t work at all. Which of these is NOT likely to be the cause?
A. The Mouse is dirty.
B. The power switch on the mouse is turned off.
C. The transceiver is not connected to the computer.
D. The batteries are dead.
A. The mouse is dirty.
You have a printer that connects to your computer via USB cable. The printer can print a test page successfully from it’s own controls, but the computer doesn’t see it. WHICH of these should you try?
A. Use a different printer cable
B. Replace the ink cartridges
C. Turn the printer off and then back on again.
D. Use a different kind of paper int he printer.
A. Use a different printer cable.
Which is the most authoritative source of information about a device?
Manufacturer’s Web Site
What is the FAQ?
A webpage containing Frequently Asked Questions and their Answers.
If you need to cancel an online subscription, what department of the company do you need to contact?
Customer Service
Which of these would likely be found on a manufacturer’s support web site?
A. Downloadable Product Manuals
B. New Versions of the Device Drivers
C. Troubleshooting Info
D. All of the Above
D. All of the Above
Troubleshooting Methodology?
- Identify the Problem
- Research
- Establish a Theory/Probable Cause
- Test the Theory
- Establish a Plan of Action
- Implement or Escalate
- Verify Functionality
- Document the Solution
Identify the Problem?
Break large problems down into smaller problems.
Consider scope, who or what is affected?
Gather details about the issue, ask users, view logs.
Determine whether anything has changed.
Duplicate the Problem.
Research?
Refer to past help desk tickets.
Search through private or public knowledge bases.
Ask friends or Colleagues.
Internet Search
Establish a Theory of Probable Cause?
Eliminate the simple and obvious possible causes.
Consider factors that can indirectly cause problems.
Test the Theory?
Change and test only one potential solution at a time.
Determine the root cause of the issue.
Escalate the issue to a professional if necessary.