Repairs

Sometimes you may see one of these warning messages shown above at startup. Smart (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology, also known as SMART) hard drive error 310 is common in computers.

I have been removing malware from clients' computers for over two and a half decades.

Affected PC: Acer Spin SP314-53N Series 14. However, this issue can affect all computers, but this specific issue happened in shop on an Acer Spin. All methods utilized to bring PC into working order can definitely be used for any laptop having the same issue.

This article describes how to identify whether your PCB circuit board is salvageable or not. It also goes into the most likely problems and what tools are needed for DIY repairs.

The likely reason why the fan is running at full speed is that your MacBook is heating up. This happens when your MacBook is running intensive applications, graphics intense games or if you are charging it through a USB port on your computer.

Use the troubleshooting steps in this article to resolve a SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION error on your computer.

Has your laptop seen its last day? Did it take your photos and documents with it? Not a problem! You can recover those precious moments and important records right off the hard drive, here's how.

What is the first thing you should do if you spill something on your laptop? Whether it's wine or water, find out exactly how do deal with a spill to prevent further damage.

Windows update provides security and feature patches for your computer's operating system. Sometimes, however, updates go wrong or do things you don't want them to. Here's how to remove a bad update.

Windows 7 may be great, but it is not immune to problems. Here's how to repair a damaged installation without losing your installed programs and personal files.

Regular computer maintenance is a must for anyone spending time on a computer and the Internet. This articles presents tips on what you should be scanning for and resolving on a daily basis.

When a computer will not start up, whether it is a blank screen or no lights, it's frustrating, and it always seems to happen right when you need your computer the most.

When you can't scroll properly with your mouse, the cause can often be due to dust and fluff which has made its way into the scroll wheel. This is really easy to clean with little effort.

Think your HDD is on its way out? SMART data bad? Clicking sounds? There are several easily detectable signs that can point to that fact. But what to do in that case? Find out below!

Replacing the backup battery in your AlphaSmart 3000, Neo or Neo2, is quite easy and can save a lot of heartache if you use your AlphaSmart to get a lot of writing done.

Have you ever tried to fix a USB flash drive that has malfunctioned in Windows? Learn how to fix and repair a pen drive that's not recognized or not detected and recover the stored data.

A tutorial to solve the touchscreen and touchpad issue in Asus T100 and Asus T200 tablet PC. These 2-in-1 laptops suffer from missing driver software quite often in Windows 10 and Windows 8.1.

Did you think that video card that died on you the other day is ready for the recycle bin? Let's not get ahead of ourselves. I'll show you how to bring that card back from the dead better than ever! Best of all, you have roughly a 30% chance of success, which is pretty good for a piece of garbage!

A step-by-step guide to the disassembly and assembly of a computer system for computer maintenance.

Has your mouse button or wheel stopped working? Is it double-clicking by itself? Don't buy a new mouse, take it apart first. Here's a guide to getting a Razer Deathadder mouse working again.

Diagnosing when a CPU is bad or failing can be difficult. This article will help you sort out the symptoms of a failing CPU, whether it is bad or the problems lie elsewhere in the computer.

Is your computer crashing and rebooting for no apparent reason? It's an issue that many will experience. Here's how to diagnose, fix and prevent this problem.

Learn how to fix your laptop's CD drive if you are getting read/write problems with your optical drive or cannot find the DVD drive icon on your PC.

Five odd problems caused by faulty RAM. These symptoms can indicate a memory problem. Learn how to fix it.

How to find out if malware—a Trojan, virus, or worm—got past your anti-virus and firewall. I cover how to remove the malicious code manually.

Keeping your PC clean will boost performance and enhance your web-surfing experience. These five cleaners will keep your PC running smoothly and they are all free to download.

The CMOS battery helps in maintaining the current date and time and other important system settings. If it is depleted, then it requires replacing. This article will show you how to replace the CMOS battery.

If you spill water on your computer and act fast following these easy steps, you may be able to save your computer without causing any damage. Sticky things like soda or coffee with sugar may not be so easy.

The article will offer some vital tips on how to take care of your computer.

If you suspect your Dell computer is having hardware problems, you should run Dell diagnostics. This article will show you how to create a bootable USB flash drive to run the diagnostics utility.