PC Common Problems to Solutions

Question 1

What could be a simple fix to a storage device problem?

Answer 1

Storage device settings in the BIOS are incorrect

Question 2

If the storage device settings in the BIOS are correct what could be wrong within the computer?

Answer 2

SATA Data cable could be U/S or in the wrong port

Question 3

If the date and time is unable to be changed in the BIOS what could this be?

Answer 3

CMOS battery U/S

Question 4

If a computer reboots, turns off unexpectedly or there is smoke/burning smell, what could this be?

Answer 4

Failed Power Supply

Question 5

If a CPU will not install on the motherboard what could the problem be?

Answer 5

CPU is not compatible with motherboard