computer hardware troubleshooting steps

What does Hardware Troubleshooting mean?

Hardware troubleshooting is the process of reviewing, diagnosing and identifying operational or technical problems within a hardware device or equipment. It aims to resolve physical and/or logical problems and issues within a computing hardware. Hardware troubleshooting is done by hardware or technical support technician.

Troubleshooting is the process of identifying, planning and resolving a problem, error or fault within a software or computer system. It enables the repair and restoration of a computer or software when it becomes faulty, unresponsive or acts in an abnormal way.Hardware troubleshooting processes primarily aim to resolve computer hardware problems using a systematic approach.

The process starts by first identifying the problem and finding different issues that can cause such a problem and eventually leading to implementing a solution or alternative.Hardware troubleshooting is generally done on hardware equipment installed within a computer, server, laptop or related device.

Troubleshooting is primarily done to keep a system or software in desired condition, specifically when it encounters or exhibits a problem. It is a systematic approach done within one or more phases depending on the complexity of a problem. Typically, the first step involves identifying what the problem is followed by coming up with a solution to counteract the problem and then implementing that solution. However, there can be more than one reason for the problem, which will require a more complex solution. An individual troubleshooting such a problem might test for different solutions to eliminate the problem or fault.

Some processes within hardware troubleshooting include:

• Removing, repairing and replacing faulty RAM, hard disk or video/graphic card.
• Cleaning dusts from RAM and Video carts slot/ports and from cooling fan.
• Tightening cable and jumpers on motherboard and/or components.
• Software related hardware problems such as device driver update or installation.