Download or read book Troubleshooting and Repairing PC Drives and Memory Systems written by Stephen J. Bigelow and published by TAB/Electronics. This book was released on 1998 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells how to get your drives and memory systems running quickly and efficiently--and keep them that way.
Download or read book Troubleshooting Repairing PC Drives Memory Systems written by Stephen J. Bigelow and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1994 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When your PC memory or drives suddenly show signs of trouble, general troubleshooting manuals just aren't good enough. Focus on the problem and fix it fast with the best-selling guide that provides solutions for all PC drives and cards, including nonstandard ones like Syquest and Iomega Zip drives, and even writable CDs or CD-ROM burners. Clear, concise instructions make it a snap to diagnose, repair, and keep drives running in top condition. A volume in the Troubleshooting & Repair Series.
Download or read book Troubleshooting and Repairing PCs written by Michael F. Hordeski and published by TAB/Electronics. This book was released on 1997 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the strongest-selling technician's guides to PC repair, this well-illustrated volume is now revised to place greater emphasis on Windows-related PCs, which present a unique set of system-specific troubleshooting and repair challenges. The author provides simnple, ste-by-step strategies for keeping IBM pCs and compatible 286, 386, 486, and Pentium systems up and running. 325 illustrations.
Download or read book Repairing and Upgrading Your PC written by Robert Bruce Thompson and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2009-02-09 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most computer users think that fiddling with the insides of their PC is taboo. They fear that by removing the screws that hold the case on, they're crossing into forbidden territory. And even for those who know they can open the box and fix or upgrade their PC, analysis paralysis often stops them in their tracks: Which upgrades offer the best bang for the buck? How do you pinpoint the faulty component that's making your system freeze? What about compatibility issues? Get ready to get unstuck and get your PC running fast and running right. Repairing and Upgrading Your PC delivers start-to-finish instructions, simple enough for even the most inexperienced PC owner, for troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading your computer. Written by hardware experts Robert Bruce Thompson and Barbara Fritchman Thompson, this book covers it all: how to troubleshoot a troublesome PC, how to identify which components make sense for an upgrade, and how to tear it all down and put it back together. This book shows how to repair and upgrade all of your PC's essential components: Motherboard, CPU, and Memory. Choose the optimal match of these core components to keep your PC running at top speed Hard Drive, Optical Drive, and Removable Storage Give your computer what it needs for long-term and short-term storage Audio and Video. Enhance your computing experience with the right sound and graphics devices for your needs Input Devices. Pick the best keyboard and mouse to keep your hands happy and healthy Networking. Set up secure wireless networking to keep the bits flowing between your computers and the outside world Cases and Power Supplies. Keep everything running cool and reliably With its straightforward language, clear instructions, and extensive illustrations, this book makes it a breeze for PC owners of any skill level to work on their computer.
Download or read book Fix Your Own Computer For Seniors For Dummies written by Corey Sandler and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 2009-12-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to diagnose and fix simple PC problems with this easy-to-follow guide When something goes wrong with your computer, it's frustrating and potentially expensive. With Fix Your Own Computer For Seniors For Dummies, you can find out what's wrong, how to fix it, whether you need to call in professional help, and how to practice preventive maintenance. This friendly guide avoids techie jargon and shows you how to diagnose the problem, find out whether the software or hardware is at fault, make simple repairs, and add external devices such as scanners, printers, and hard drives. It also helps you maintain your computer through basic steps like defragmenting the hard drive and cleaning out files - techniques that can prevent a lot of problems from occurring in the first place. Written specifically for first-time computer users, this book explains how to diagnose basic PC problems, understand error messages, and fix common issues Specific step-by-step procedures guide you through basic repairs such as replacing the hard drive Explains common mistakes and how to avoid them Outlines the steps for preventive maintenance, such as how to defragment the hard drive, clean files, delete old files, and organize files Explores ways to expand and enhance a computer with external devices including hard drives, Web cameras, Web phones, scanners, printers, flash drives and other hardware Shows what you can fix yourself and when to seek help from a repair service or the manufacturer Easy to read and follow, Fix Your Own Computer For Seniors For Dummies will boost your confidence when dealing with your computer and with professional technicians, too.
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs written by Scott Mueller and published by Que Educational & Training. This book was released on 1998-04 with total page 1204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Troubleshooting Maintaining and Repairing PCs written by Stephen J. Bigelow and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 2000 with total page 1644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Y2K bug can wreak havoc on the healthiest PC, so be prepared for the millennium glitch, and virtually any other computer foulup ù with Stephen Bigelow's massive Troubleshooting, Maintaining & Repairing PCs, Millennium Edition. Ideal for both technicians and power users, the latest edition of this bestselling guide gives you the tools and know-how to diagnose and fix 2,000 PC problems from Y2K mishaps to crashed hard drives to blank monitor screens and much more quickly, easily, and with total cconfidence. It's jam-packed with 1,600 pages of the most experienced hands-on help you can find for resuscitating most any PC or peripheral: 8-bit to 64-bit CPUs...memory...destops, towers, and notebooks...keyboards...printers...monitors...mice... modems...PC cards...motherboards...video and sound boards...you name it! You also get a "Symptoms-at-a-Glance" section that demystifies hundreds of common PC malfunctions...scores of POST and diagnostic codes to help you idenify the most obscure flaws...helpful Web site listings for instant online assistance...even a challenging Technician's Examination that serves as a perfect tune-up for CompTIA's career-boosting A+ Certification exam. BIG BONUS! Over 150 hand-picked shareware PC diagnostics and utilities on CD-ROM plus PC technician's primer ù to help you set up your workbench.
Download or read book Computer Service and Repair written by Richard M. Roberts and published by Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher. This book was released on 2002-04 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Computer Service and Repair presents the most up-to-date information in the rapidly changing world of computers and their software. The text teaches the practices and principles needed to pass the A+ Certification exam, as well as to build, upgrade, and troubleshoot your personal PC. The text is written for students with limited or no PC technical experience as well as for PC technicians with limited formal training. Each chapter covers the latest in hardware and software as well as legacy items that may be found in the field. Chapters cover all the major areas of the PC; an additional three-chapter section is devoted to networking. Laboratories are found in both the text and the Laboratory Manual for the important hands-on training needed for this field. This textbook is an ideal starting point for anyone who wishes to enter the field of PC repair and support.
Download or read book Start Your Own Computer Repair Business written by Linda Rohrbough and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering all aspects of setting up a home-based operation, this guide includes information on everything from computer parts and tools to pricing and advertising. The bundled shareware disk includes a collection of diagnostic tools. The first book on starting a PC repair business, this guide could help launch many successful home business ventures during the '90s.
Download or read book Troubleshooting and Repairing Notebook Palmtop and Pen Computers written by Stephen J. Bigelow and published by TAB/Electronics. This book was released on 1994 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Library and Information Science Annual Volume 7 written by Bohdan S. Wynar and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book PC User s Troubleshooting Guide written by TechRepublic, Incorporated and published by CNET Networks Inc.. This book was released on 2003-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Repairing PCs written by Michael F. Hordeski and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this practical guide, computer owners and service technicians will get money-saving advice on how to maximize PC performance and unlock the potential of processor and memory expansion upgrades; minimize downtime; and troubleshoot and repair a variety of PCs, including XTs, 286, 386, 486, Pentiums, and compatibles.
Download or read book Upgrading and Repairing PCs written by Scott Mueller and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2009-12-10 with total page 1855 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For 20 years, Upgrading and Repairing PCs has been the industry’s #1 guide to PC hardware: the single source for reliable, step-by-step information on identifying and fixing problems, adding hardware, optimizing performance, and building new PCs from scratch. Now, this 19th Edition has been completely updated to focus on today’s technologies and today’s maintenance challenges! From processors and motherboards, memory to storage, video to power, and networking to Internet connectivity, it’s all here: technical details, practical insights, and step-by-step solutions to difficult problems. Updates include new CPUs like the Intel Core i Series and AMD’s Phenom family...solid state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives...motherboard form factors, chipsets, power supplies, DDR3 memory, Windows 7 readiness, and a whole lot more! Your guide, Scott Mueller, has taught thousands in his legendary personal seminars and millions more through his books and videos. Nobody knows more about choosing, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining PC hardware. Whether you’re a professional technician, a small business owner who doesn’t want to pay for service calls, or a home PC enthusiast, this is the one book you need! NEW IN THIS EDITION Intel’s and AMD’s hottest new processors, including the Intel Core i Series and AMD Phenom family The latest PC system designs and form factors, including the new mini-ITX and DTX motherboard form factors State-of-the-art graphics cards, GPUs, and chipsets from NVIDIA and ATI/AMD Terabyte-class hard disks, solid state drives, and other data storage innovations Revamped coverage of building PCs from scratch—from selecting and assembling hardware to BIOS Setup and troubleshooting
Download or read book Bigelow s Drive and Memory Troubleshooting Pocket Reference written by Stephen J. Bigelow and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The hugely popular, bestselling Pocket Reference series has been extended to cover one of the major problems faced by PC technicians--Drive and Memory. Designed as a technician-level reference, this pocket-sized guide covers all the essential information needed to diagnose and repair common computer storage systems.
Download or read book The Complete PC Upgrade and Maintenance Guide written by Mark Minasi and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 1298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * Getting the most out of new storage and networking technologies
Download or read book Computer Repair Smartiepants written by Ken Jaskulski and published by Computer Operation Consultants. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: COMPUTER REPAIR Smartiepants was written for the computer novice. COMPUTER REPAIR Smartiepants will teach the computer challenged person or senior how to diagnose and repair over 85% of all computer problems without requiring the assistance of a computer store or technical guru. This book was written by a Computer Store owner whose stores have serviced over 50,000 computers, tablets, phones and monitors since 1988. No technical expertise is necessary to follow the instructions provided. The reader will learn the "Three Golden Rules" for staying out of computer trouble, how to diagnose any problem (not just computers) and how to recover when a computer crashes with a minimum of effort. The reader will also learn how to diagnose whether a computer problem is hardware or software related, how to repair or re-install Windows, how to remove viruses, spyware and malware, how to speed up a computer., how to get free online help with a computer problem you can't diagnose, the best free programs and online websites, the real cost of "free stuff", how to get priority treatment from a manufacturer, questions to ask at a computer service counter (if you need to use one) and how to determine if a computer is worth fixing in the first place. Other useful information includes how to retrieve data from a broken computer, how to properly return a computer for warranty repair, how to select a printer and save money on printer ink and toner, how to quickly fix web browser and wireless problems, mistakes users make that junk up their computers, social media blunders, desktop versus notebook repairs, how to use a trainer and when not to use onsite service. Also covered is basic hardware repair, how to learn Windows without a trainer, online safety, extended warranties, PCs versus Apple and the most important Windows screen to learn. Also covered are minor repairs for printers and how to select a printer based off ink and toner costs, repairs on Smartphones, Tablets, and in-home Internet problems. Finally the book covers how to diagnose most problems within 5 minutes, websites for ongoing free computer help, access to free ongoing blog help and how to hire the author if low cost high quality computer assistance is required. A must read for any computer challenged person that would like more control over a cranky computer. The author has 30 years experience repairing computers. His clientele was primarily seniors and computer challenged people and COMPUTER REPAIR Smartiepants was written for them.
