If the computer is stuck in a situation where it no longer accepts commands and doesn't shut down as requested, you should give it amble time so that any potential pending operation can complete or fail gracefully. If the situation doesn't change, you should consider forcefully removing power.
In a desktop PC, this is easily accomplished by unplugging the mains cable from the wall socket. In a laptop or other portable device, you may also need to remove the battery.
Note this is an emergency measure. Forcefully removing power in this manner can cause data loss or even damage to hardware. Modern systems are designed to cope with unexpected power outages, however. You'll need to allow extra time when re-starting, as the operating system will (hopefully) scan the hard drive or flash memory drives for errors caused by the sudden power outage, and attempt repair.
Reboot is computer talk for turn off the computer and turn it back on. It helps reset the memory and other processes.
You have to take out the car's battery to reboot the car's computer.
The easiest way to reset the 2004 Nissan Maxima computer is to remove the main fuse. Removing the main fuse for 10 seconds will cause the computer to reboot.
Simply press these keys: CTRL+ALT+DELETE.
Which computer, and what exactly are you trying to reset? If you want to reboot the entire thing, disconnect the batteries, let it sit for five minutes, then reconnect the batteries. If you're trying to change settings, you'll need a computer with the appropriate software for it.
If you mean to reformat the hard drive, you need to insert your copy of your operating system recovery CD and reboot the computer.
well mostly you reboot your computer when it seems not to work
Cold boot is the term used for starting the computer from the power off condition.
To reset the computer on a 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII, disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for about 10-15 minutes. This allows the system to clear any stored codes and reset the computer. Reconnect the negative battery cable, and the computer will reboot, returning to its default settings. Make sure to check for any persistent issues that may have caused the need for a reset.
i have been told if y try to start the vehicle anywhere from 1 to 100 times it will reboot itself if you are trying to reset for an inspection you need a computer to plug into your ecm if you un-hook the battery it will only show up at the inspection station
To reset the computer in your Cadillac DTS, you can start by disconnecting the car battery. Remove the negative terminal and leave it disconnected for about 15 minutes to clear the memory. Reconnect the terminal, and then turn the ignition to the "On" position without starting the engine to allow the system to reboot. This should reset the computer and clear any stored error codes.
It allows the computer to reboot.