Subject
Computer Science
Topic
Computer Hardware
A desktop that worked yesterday is now totally dead. What is the very first thing to verify?
A desktop that worked yesterday is now totally dead. What is the very first thing to verify?
a)
Reseat the hard-drive ribbon cableb)
Replace the CMOS batteryc)
Confirm the wall outlet/power source is lived)
Reset the BIOSExplanation
Basic power checks come first: outlet, power strip, cable, and PSU switch. Many “dead” systems are simply unpowered. Only after verifying power should you dive into internal cables or firmware. It saves time and avoids unnecessary part swaps.Related questions
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