You are called to look at a coworker's computer. It will not power on: no fans spin, no sounds are heard, and no lights illuminate when the power button is pressed. What should you do first?
Check the power cable
Replace the CMOS battery
Check the boot sequence in the BIOS/UEFI
Replace the power supply
Because the PC shows absolutely no sign of life, start with the simplest possibility: ensure that power is actually reaching the system. Verify that the AC power cable is firmly connected to both the wall outlet (or power strip) and the computer's power supply. Only after ruling out an unplugged or failed cable would you proceed to more involved steps such as testing or replacing the power supply. A bad CMOS battery or an incorrect boot order would produce different symptoms-and you cannot access the BIOS/UEFI without power.
Bash is our AI bot, trained to help you pass your exam. AI Generated Content may display inaccurate information, always double-check anything important.
All IT & Cybersecurity Package plans include the following perks and exams .
Our pricing is simple. Full access to all certifications and exams in each package, for one price.
As many practice tests for as many topics as you want.
Use study mode non-stop, no limits.
Access to our AI assistant, Bash, trained to help you pass your exam.
Track your scores over time in study mode and report cards.
See how you improve over time, and where you need to focus.
Access our store with even bigger discounts than before.
Unlimited access to all performance questions and be prepared for the real thing.
All IT & Cybersecurity Package plans include unlimited access to the following study materials.
Create an account or sign in to access our study materials.