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Submitted by lars.no· Mar 30, 2026CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101) - Domain 5: Hardware & Network Troubleshooting; specifically troubleshooting common hardware problems including overheating and component compatibility in custom-built systems.

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SIMULATION 7 A customer built a computer for gaming, sourcing individual components and then assembling the system. The OS starts up, but within a few minutes the machine locks up. The customer brought the computer to a technician to diagnose the issue. INSTRUCTIONS Click on each component to view the specification. Select the appropriate cause and resolution for the issue. If at any time you would like to bring back the initial state of the simulation, please click the Reset All button. Answer:

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  • taskDiagnose a computer that locks up within minutes of OS startup, by viewing component specifications and then selecting the appropriate cause and resolution.
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#Thermal Management#CPU Cooler Compatibility#Custom PC Troubleshooting#Hardware Diagnostics
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