24 Questions
What is the primary objective of hardware troubleshooting?
To review, diagnose, and identify operational or technical problems within a hardware device or equipment
What is the first step to check if a computer is not turning on?
Check if the computer is plugged into a working power outlet
What is the purpose of the POST?
To diagnose the keyboard, RAM, disk drives, and other hardware to ensure they are working properly
What should you do before undertaking any hardware maintenance?
Switch off the computer
What may occur if a hardware problem is not detected by the POST?
The computer will emit a series of short and long beeps
What is the likely cause of a blank screen if the computer is on?
The monitor is not plugged into a power outlet
What is the first course of action to take when a computer system connected to projectors exhibits a video card failure?
Reseat the video card
What does the BIOS program do in a computer system?
All of the above
What should you try if a device is not working properly?
Try a different port to check if it is a port issue
What is the purpose of checking the POST?
To diagnose hardware problems
What is the primary function of the CMOS chip in a computer system?
To handle and store BIOS configuration settings
What should you do when a computer shows a CMOS alert message on the screen?
Replace the CMOS battery
What type of beep code does 'One long, two short beeps' represent?
Video card failure
What is the recommended course of action when facing a BIOS setting problem?
Contact a computer hardware technician
What is the primary function of the POST process?
To boot the computer system after power-on
What is the difference between troubleshooting a CMOS battery in a laptop computer and a desktop computer?
It is more difficult in laptop computers
What is the primary purpose of documenting the beep code sequence during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
To diagnose hardware failures
What could be the possible cause of a steady, short beep sound during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
Power supply voltage issue
What should you do if your computer does not produce a beep sound during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
Check if the power supply is plugged in and turned on
What is the typical indication of a properly booting system during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
One short beep
What is the likely cause of a long, continuous beep sound during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
Power supply failure
Which of the following is NOT a possible cause of a steady, long beep sound during Power on Self-Test (POST)?
Dead beeper
What should you do to diagnose a faulty RAM stick based on the beep code sequence?
Try booting with one RAM stick removed
Why is it important to search the Internet for more information about an error message that appears during booting?
To find a troubleshooting guide
Learn about the preliminary hardware diagnoses to identify and fix problems when your computer cannot start, and understand the role of beep codes during Power on Self-Test (POST).
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