How Do You Test A Computer Motherboard?
A motherboard is the base of the computer, providing power and processing to the hard drive, memory, internal cards and peripherals. If your computer won’t boot, cards or peripherals fail or system error messages pop up, one of the first things you should do is test the computer motherboard. Download free diagnostic tools from your motherboard manufacturer’s website or other reliable websites. Follow the directions to test the motherboard. If a BIOS upgrade is available, download and run it. Change the CMOS battery if the computer will not keep the right time or save configuration settings. Turn on the computer. Press the appropriate key to get into the Setup or BIOS configuration. Write down all BIOS settings. Set the BIOS to default settings. Remove unnecessary cards and peripherals, like sound cards and modems. Disconnect the hard drive. Take out the memory and processor. Reseat them gently and firmly in their slots. Check for loose connections on chips and jumper caps. Turn on the
