Categories: All - performance - video - power - diagnostic

by David Sanchez 2 years ago

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Troubleshooting Process

When addressing computer performance issues, it's essential to identify symptoms such as misconfigurations or incompatibility problems. A comprehensive diagnostic test can help determine if overheating is a concern, which might necessitate checking temperature sensors or upgrading the cooling system.

Troubleshooting Process

Troubleshooting Mobile OS / Software

Security Issues

Leaked data

Disable location tags on photos

2 step authentication alerts

Breach

Unexpected app behavior

High network traffic

Monitor data usage

Fake warnings
High numbers of ads
AirDrop not working

Ensure sender is in recipient's contact list

Misconfiguration

OS Update

Verify WI-FI standard

Low signal

Remove physical barriers

App Issues

App fails to load / crash

MDM

Reinstall

Disable

Clear cache

No orientation rotation

Ensure feature is enabled

Close apps that might be using it

Slow performance

Too many open apps

Free space

Low battery

Random reboots

Faulty app

Uninstall

Faulty battery

Hardware diagnostics app

Update OS

Replace and repair

Mobile Device Issues

Process
Factory Reset

General

Settings

System

Advanced

Reboot

IOS

Volume Up

Volume Down

Hold Side/Top Button

Android

Hold Power Button (10 sec)

Hold Power Button

Troubleshooting Security Issues

Browser

Ceritificate warnings

Analyze certificate

Redirection

Check which DNS are able to connect

Check HOSTS file

Desktop

Notification alerts

Rogue antivirus

Antivirus scan

File System Errors

Renamed files

Missing files

Changes to file permissions

Application Crashes

OS Updates fail

Security and services applications not working

Quarantine

Malware scan

Slow

Fails to boot

Troubleshooting Windows Networking

Network Ports Issues

netstat command

Name Resolution Issues

No connection to servers by name

Test if the problem relies on one client only

If so, then only this client has the problem

nslookup command

If not, then problem is on the server

Remote Network Connectivity Issues

Missing hosts

pathping command

No internet connection

tracert command

Local Network Connectivity Issues

Devices not found
Cannot connect to local devices

ping command

IP Issues

No internet access

Router problem

Network reset

ipconfig

Limited connectivity

No DHCP server

Verify DCHP availability

Troubleshooting Windows

Application and Service Issues

Services not starting

Error message

Check Event Viewer

Use System Configuration Utility

Use Registry Editor

Use regsvr32

Check system files

Ensure it is enabled

Ensure it has sufficient privilege

Restart the service

Applications crashing

Preserve data

Force stop

Update app

Uninstall and reinstall

Check event logs

Wait for response

System Fault Issues

USB not working

Update driver

Use another port

Reduce the amount of devices plugged in

Use Device Manager and remove and reinstall

Disable port

System instability or frequent shutdowns

Run sfc

Use Windows Memory Diagnostics

Faulty drivers

Write down error code and investigate

Faulty hardware

Disable auto restart

Enable Safe Boot

Run hardware diagnostics

Check components seatings

Remove recently installed programs

Use System Restore

Performance Issues

Low storage

Free up space

Low memory

Upgrade

Try to run less programs at the same time

Sluggish performance

Monitor Task Manager

Defragment the hard drive

Update the system

Disable startup apps

Check with software vendor

Close unnecessary processes

Profile Issues

Slow boot

Corrupt profile

Rebuild profile

Create new account

Copy all data

Rebuilding a local user profile means creating a new account and then copying files from the old, corrupt profile to the new one, but excluding the following files: NTUSER.DAT, NTUSER.DAT.LOG, and NTUSER.INI.

Enable Display highly detailed status messages

Black screen

WINDOWS+CTRL+SHIFT+B

sfc

No OS found

Use the startup repair tool

diskpart

bootrec

/rebuildcd

/fixboot

/fixmbr

Reset to default settings

Run chkdsk

Failure to boot/ invalid boot disk

Check drive connection

Check for removable devices

Troubleshooting Printers

Print Job Issues

Garbled print

Configure PDL

Update print driver

Backed-up queue

Restart print spooler

Print Quality Issues

Inkjet defects

Dot matrix defects?

Dirty print head? Blocked ink nossle?

Bad print image

The following defects are common in laser printers:


Print Feed Issues

Grinding noises

Check that all components are in place

Replace cartridge and maintenence kit

Paper feed issues

Change rollers

Verify correct paper size

Paper jam

Inspect roller

Faulty static eliminator?

Replace?

Ensure good quality paper is being used

Use release levers to remove paper carefully

Error Messages

Inspect Ethernet cable

Factory reset

Print a test page

Esnure that cartriges are properly installed

Ensure that it is switched on

Troubleshooting Mobile Devices

Malware Issues

Unwanted feature utilization
High data usage
Unresponsiveness

Connectivity Issues

Software

WI-FI Analyzer

Move devices closer

Physical

Ensure proper cabling connectivity

Verify enablement

Screen Calibration Issues

Cursor Drift

Restart

Decrease sensitivity

Digitzer Issues

Restart device

Ensure cabling is connected correctly

Clean fingers

Broken Screen

Hardware Issues

Liquid Damage

Dry device

Replace battery

Clean circuit contacts

Use a monitoring app

Remove dust from cooling system

Move device to a cooler place

Use a cooling pad

Power and Battery Issues

Swollen Batteries

Carefully discard the battery

Improper charging

Monitor battery health

Follow manufacterer's instructions

No power

Check if the battery contacts are clean

Check if the battery is properly seated

Troubleshooting Networks

Limited Connectivity

Access router management console
Check patch cords
Check VLAN configuration
DHCP issue?
Ensure DHCP functionality

VoIP Issues

Quality of Service Mechanism
Jitter
Latency

Wireless Connection Issues

Weak signal
Interference?

Use a WI-FI analyzer

Remove obstructing objects

Adjust radio channel

Move to a closer location
Standard mismatch
Check the radio frequency
Upgrade device
No SSID found
Configure connection manually
Out of range?

Network Speed Issues

Slow internet
Is every user experiencing this issue?

Scan for malware

Check for external interference
Measure internet speed

Cable/Adapter Issues

No connection
Update NIC driver
Test on cable on another computer
Use a loopback tool
Use a cable tester

Troubleshooting Computers

Video Issues

Bad image quality

Audio issues

Ensure the external device is working

Adjust output settings

Incorrect color display

Check the cables

Color calibration

Burn-in

Use a screen saver

Set sleep timer

Dead pixels

Gently press against display

Use software utilities

Flashing screen

Bad display?

Flickering image

Check cables

Fuzzy image

Faulty video drive

Change resolution settings

Dim image

Bad backlight?

Change the brightness and contrast settings

No image on monitor

Sudden shutdowns

Clean cooliong system

Burned out bulb

Replace

Incorrect input channel

Ensure that correct channel is set

Cabling issues

Make sure cable is compatable or powerful enough

Ensure cables is not worn or cramped

Ensure cable is attached correctly

Perfomance Issues

Misconfigurations

Incompatibility issues

What has changed?

Verify compatability

Run a diagnostic test

Overheating

Check temperature sensors

Upgrade cooling system

Clean cooling system

Component Issues

Shutdowns Crashes

Software Disk failure Malware

Thermal problem?

Check PSU and other components

Run diagnostic tests

Is there a pattern?

Driver Issues

Symptoms
RAID failure

Driver failure

Install latest backup

BSOD
Read/Write failure

Bad sector

chkdsk

Device not found

Corruption

Windows Disk Management

LED Activity

Not enough RAM?

Upgrade RAM

Self Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology SMART

Backup data and replace disk ASAP

Malware?

Scan

No power?

Noises

Mechanical problems

Replacement

Power Issues

Try a good known equipment
Use a multimeter
PSU Issues
POST Issues

Beep codes

Faulty interfaces, CPU, system firmware

Boot Issues

Check format of boot device

GPT

MBR

Check cabling

OS Issues

Blue Screen of Death

Contact Support

Scan QR code

Check boot device

Is it powered on?

Check Cabling

Check cables are plugged in correctly
Check LED's

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