Fix the computer in front of you.
Step-by-step checks for laptops, PCs, phones and consoles that won’t turn on, won’t charge or won’t connect. Free fixes first, then parts, then the point where it’s time for a shop.
What is it doing?
- Won’t turn onNo lights, no fan, or lights but no screen
- Won’t chargePlugged in but not charging, or charging slowly
- Black screenPowers on, but the display stays dark
- Running slowSlow boot, slow apps, fan always busy
- Wi-Fi keeps droppingCan’t see networks or keeps disconnecting
- Blue screenCrashes with a stop code and restarts
- OverheatingHot to the touch, loud fan, sudden shutdowns
- Keyboard not workingDead keys, wrong letters, no backlight
- Touchpad not workingCursor frozen, jumpy, or no clicks
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Layout test: article components (temporary)
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How these guides work
- Free checks firstA hard reset, a different outlet, a known-good charger. Most guides start with the steps that cost nothing.
- Then partsIf the free checks don’t clear it, we say which part is the likely culprit and how to confirm it before you buy one.
- Then a shopSwollen batteries, liquid damage and clicking drives get a clear “stop here” line instead of another workaround.