2. Definition of Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance performed while a machine is
still in working order to keep it from
breaking down.
Preventive maintenance includes
lubricating, tightening, and replacing worn
parts.
3. My Computer is not responding
1. Start your window on safe mode and restore your
system to your last restore point when your computer
was alright.
2. Method to restore:
go to start
All programs
accessories
System tools
System restore
Then select a restore point and restore your system
4. My hard drive is failing
to try some hard disk check software. One site seemed
to recommend Seatools from seagate
5. CPU Stuck to Heat Sink
1. Refrain from prying the processor off or using any metal
objects on it.
2. Twist the processor gently.
3. Soak the processor/heat sink in 90-95% isopropyl
alcohol.
4. Use a long string of dental floss.
6. MY COMPUTER’S SPEED IS VERY
SLOW
1. Increase your RAM (random access memory)
2. Check your hard drive for physical or logical errors or
bad sectors
3. Check for virus in your computer and also remove
unwanted and unnecessary files from your system
7. My computer turns off by itself
1. Check first of all that the cables are properly connected.
2. If the computer is very hot, check if the fan needs
cleaning of dust.
3. If it is a laptop, check whether your battery has
deteriorated over time and may need to be replaced.
