Every computer has hardware problems eventually, so it's important to keep hardware diagnostic tools on hand. It could be because your computer will not boot due to a problem which could be either hardware of software related.
But you don't need to spend money on expensive tools. These five free tools can help you diagnose most hardware problems.
1. Memory Scan
It's almost impossible to diagnose a problem with your computer memory (RAM) without a memory scanner. Luckily, you don't need a special hardware memory checker-you can use a tool to boot your computer into a special mode which will check your memory. There are several good tools, but I recommend the open source MemTest86, which works on Intel-style 32-bit and 64-bit PCs.
2. CheckDisk / BadBlocks
If you think your hard drive has a problem, you need to check the whole drive for possible errors. If you find a few errors, you may be able to continue to use the drive as long as you re-check the drive on a regular basis. If you find a bunch of errors, you'll need to replace the drive.
The free tool built into Windows XP and higher to check your drive is called CHKDSK (for Check Disk). Linux bootable CDs and USB drives include a similar but more comprehensive tool called badblocks.
3. Spare Cables
Although spare cables aren't free if you buy them separately, most people who regularly buy computer accessories tend to accumulate spare cables. Don't throw out those spare cables. A surprisingly large number of hardware problems are caused by failing cables, and swapping your current cable with a spare is a simple and free way to test whether or not your problems are caused by bad cables.
To diagnose a computer problem you must first check any newly installed hardware and software. Secondly, run a virus and malware scan. Sometimes downloaded games and other programs can have a virus.
Start by isolating the piece of hardware that you think is failing.
Hardware Hardware Failures Worms/Viruses Over heating User Error
A Computer crash occur because of errors in the operating system software or computer hardware. software errors are common but h/w errors are harder to diagnose.
May be your alternator.
Computer shops fix a variety of problems including software mis-installation and viruses as well as hardware system failures due to heat and power surges.
Computer service centers have employees that are able to test computers, diagnose problems, and find solutions. Some of the things they do are diagnose hardware issues, removes viruses, tune up operating systems, install programs, and replace non-working parts.Ê
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how does the computer and hardware works
Computer hardware is the components that make up a computer. Computer architecture is the model used to combine the Hardware into a working unit.
When you just remove the cable from your computer, turn off the plug, or hold the power button your computer suddenly shuts down - this is like us humans being knocked out suddenly(with a large object), if we were in the process of doing something - we lost it, and it may case damage to our hardware(brain) It can cause courupted data and hardware failures.
A computer monitor is hardware. It only provides for display.
Computer hardware is the physical parts of the computer. This is in contrast to software, which is the non physical programs that the hardware runs.
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