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A+ Troubleshooting Repair and MAintenance
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Computer Science
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04/04/2011

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What is a Clarifying Question?
Definition
A question you ask the customer to ensure you understand the problem
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What is the goal of a verbal troubleshooting session?
Definition
To determine what action or inaction caused the system to change from functional to non functional
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When troubleshooting, what should you do before making any changes?
Definition
Perform a backup
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What is the proper way to address a large problem?
Definition
Divide it into smaller components to be analyzed individually
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What should you do to determine if the problem is something simple in a troubleshooting session?
Definition
Verify the obvious
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You should always __________ findings, actions, and outcomes.
Definition
Document
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What is the most likely reason a computer running Windows XP cannot access a hard drive's full capacity
Definition
The BIOS cannot recognize the hard drive's full capacity
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What are the most common printer problems?
Definition
Unplugged, offline, or turned off printers
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___________ allows you to manipulate the color so that the screens and the printouts are comparable.
Definition
Color Management
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If a laptop's LCD screen has no video, what should you do?
Definition
Hold the Fn key and toggle the LCD screen key
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If a laptop is showing a high battery percentage and continually shutting down while on battery power, what should you do?
Definition
Run the battery calibrator
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How should you clean a laptop keyboard?
Definition
Use a dry soft bristled brush or compressed air
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What should use compressed air to clean?
Definition
Keyboards fans and USB ports
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How should you detect and repair errors on a disk drive?
Definition
Run chkdsk
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What should be used to clean components?
Definition
Alcohol based solvents
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