First, undo recent changes. If you've added or removed new hardware, altered CMOS settings, or installed new software, there's a good chance those changes are the cause of your problems. A PC that's been running well and hasn't been altered won't die suddenly, in general. So if your problems can't be solved by obvious solutions--like plugging in an unplugged power cord--try returning your PC to its original, pre-troubled configuration.

Of course, problems do sometimes arise without overt provocation. Hard disks crash, chips burn out, and monitors eventually expire. Software, too, can be corrupted. A power failure or an accidental press of the reset button can shut Windows down improperly, damaging key files, and that can lead to all kinds of trouble



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by Cariad edited by dbmaven
last modified: 2003-09-05 11:00:21