Computer Problem Solutions

Use a Windows Recovery Disk - free with most computers you buy. Just follow the directions in that disk. If you don't have one / lost one / built your own computer...

* Post the problem in the Tech Support thread and don't forget to note that you've already followed the solutions in this guide.

* Reformat. Back up all necessary files like passwords and whatnot, then get a Windows Installation disk and your CD key and reformat. For more info on reformatting, check this for more info. If it's still slow...

* Corrupt installation CD - get another one. The CD you used might have lost a few files, and that's why Borrow from a friend, neighbor, family, or you'll have to buy another one, and trust me, those prices are high for most of us, who are teens. Then try reformatting. If it's STILL slow...

* Get a new computer. Your computer was crap. Or it was too old. It's time you upgraded to a newer one.

My computer keeps showing the Blue Screen of Death.

* Your system might be too old / is not powerful enough for the OS. Check the first problem for more information.

* Free up hard disk space. Delete programs you don't need and old files you don't need. Low disk space can cause more crashes due to a shortage of space for virtual memory and other vital Windows files.

* Run Disk Defragmenter. Analyze the C drive first, and if you don't need to defrag, then skip over to the next step. If you do need to defrag, then simply defrag.

* Check what the BSOD says. If the problem looks like a

* Check the RAM sticks. RAM is one of the most common causes for blue screens. Open up your computer case and check if the RAM sticks are inserted correctly. They should be fitted in perfectly and the clips should be locked in place. Otherwise, try reconnecting them. For most motherboards, push down the clips and the modules will pop up. Then push down the sticks into their appropriate slots, and the clips should clip in place.

* Post the problem in the Tech Support thread and don't forget to note that you've already followed the solutions in this guide. I believe Mindstormer is good at analyzing BSOD's as well.

* Use recovery CD/reformat.