When a user powers on a computer, the fans start, but the machine does not POST. Which of the following is the first step a technician should take to troubleshoot this issue?

The correct answer is A. Test the power supply.. Testing the power supply first ensures that the correct voltage is reaching all components, which is a common cause of boot issues.

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ATest the power supply.
BModify the BIOS settings.
CReplace the motherboard.
DCheck the PCIe cards.

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A
77% (24)
B
3% (1)
C
6% (2)
D
13% (4)

Explanation

Testing the power supply first ensures that the correct voltage is reaching all components, which is a common cause of boot issues.

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#Troubleshooting#Power Supply#POST#Hardware Diagnostics

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