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2.0 - LEVEL 1 – PRE-OPERATIONS (PRE-OP)
The following are steps that take only a moment andA be performed on every computerbefore it is checked into tech bench or at the begining of an on-site service call• Replicate client’s issue(s)• Open the computer case:• Check for dust• Check for distended capacitors• Check for unseated cards and unconnected cables• Check fans for proper operation• Perform visual software inspection for viruses and spyware• Check for rogue processes and startup applicationsCheck For DustThe following are problems that can and will be caused by dust:• Static Electricity• Heat• Fan malfunction• System board shortsTypically, you can use some type of pressured air tank (like the one used in Mobile Install) toeffectively clean out computers. Because of the chemical residue that may accumulate on thesystem board, canned air is not recommended for performing this. Get authorization from theclient for a System Cleaning before performing this task.Distended CapacitorsA Distended Capacitor is an immediate service disqualifier. When a distended capacitor isfound, you can deem the computer to have a defective system board. Look for either a bulge onthe top side of the capacitor or an acid-like mark on the top or the bottom of the capacitor.
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