Some Common System Problems And Their Solutions Part 3

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Problems/symptoms
Devices not listed in BIOS
Action :
▪Ensure that the drive is installed properly.
▪Ensure that the cables are connected properly.

Problem/symptoms 
No operating system (OS) found or similar message 
Action:
▪Ensure that the system is set to boot from the right device. 
▪Ensure that the proper boot order is listed under the boot menu. 
▪Remove any non_bootable dvd from the drive. 
▪Ensure that the boot drive is the first option. 
▪Once boot drive is found, the OS begins to load it. 



Problem/symptoms
Non_working devices /Device not recognized 
Action:
▪Ensure that the cables are plugged in. 
▪Ensure that the cables are firmly connected to the ▪device. 
▪Check that the add_on card are seated in their slots 
▪Check the device drivers. 
▪Try to reinstall the device driver or download the latest version. 
▪Try to uninstall and reinstall the device.

Problem/symptoms
Problems after installing New software or device driver
Action
▪Uninstall the software or driver.
▪Return the systen to a previous working state by using System restore 
▪Try to boot to Safe mode and then perform a restore 
▪Restart the system.
▪Press the F8 key continuously.
▪Select Safe mode from the menu displayed and press enter.
▪Start system restore.
Problems/symptoms
Spontaneous reboots
Action
▪A computer that reboots often is an indication of a bad power supply.
▪Check PSU and SMPS unit.
▪Check if there is a loose connection.

Problems/symptoms
System time keeps changing
Action
▪if the time /date clock needs to be set constantly, replace the CMOS battery.


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