Can't Detect a Hardware Device? - Try Resetting BIOS
Like any software, the BIOS can become corrupt. If the BIOS becomes corrupt, a hardware device may not operate properly, or a hardware device may be detected, or the computer may fail to start. More ...
Printer Not Working? Six Things to Do to Fix It
Before you go pay someone to fix your printer, here is a list of things you can do if your printer is not working. Sometimes it is the simplest things which cause the printer to stop working and the simplest things which cause it to start working again. More ...
Free Firewall - ZoneAlarm
Hackers want to know if your computer has any open ports they can use to take control of your computer. One of the hackers favorite tricks is to install spyware on your computer. More ...
Troubleshooting Laptop Power Issues
You plug your laptop in the wall outlet and turn it on and - nothing. This article teaches you about power adapters, laptop batteries, and how to troubleshoot laptop power issues. More ...
How to Resolve Cable, DSL, and Dialup Modem Problems
When it comes to diagnosing the modem and any other computer problem, always start with the most obvious first. Modem problems may be repaired as fast as re-booting the computer or can be as complex as resolving hardware conflicts. More ...
Windows 7 Startup Modes for Troubleshooting
Windows 7 has several startup modes, called "Advanced Boot Options" that can help when troubleshooting the system. For example, the Safe Mode option lets you start the operating system in a limited state with only basic configuration settings and basic default device drivers. More ...
Four FAQs on How to Update Chipset Drivers
If you need to update your chipset driver, there's a small chance it was something you did, but, it's more likely caused by a device that overwrote the driver or a power surge corrupted the driver. You can manually update your chipset driver or you can use automatic driver update software. More ...
How to Troubleshoot and Repair Optical Drive
Because an optical drive is a mechanical device many of the causes of their failure will be physical. So the first thing you want to look for is a loose power cable or data cable. More ...
How to Fix Extensible Storage Engine Errors
Extensible Storage Engine (ESE)is a data storage technology from Microsoft. ESE is a component of Microsoft Desktop Search, Exchange Server, Active Directory. Its purpose is to allow applications to store and retrieve data via indexed and sequential access. More ...
Introduction to Windows Performance Monitor
Performance Monitor is a visual tool that system administrators can use to examine how various parameters of a Windows system are performing. More ...
Troubleshooting a Dead Computer
The Windows startup sequence is nightmarish, bloated, overcomplicated mess. If you have ever experienced your computer freeze up part way through the startup sequence, or beep and spew out error messages rather than starting up, you may think your computer is dead for good. More ...
Video - Dell Display Inverter Replacement Tutorial
A circuit board inside the laptop called the inverter circuit takes the lower DC voltage from the laptop battery and converts it to a higher AC to voltage the fluorescent back light. It's common for these inverter circuits to fail. This video shows you step-by-step how to disassemble the LCD display and replace that inverter circuit board. More ...
