Preventive Computer Maintenance Checklist 48283h

Preventive Maintenance Checklist 1. E-mail the computer s. Let clients know in advance what will be happening on the preventive maintenance visit. 2. Empty the Recycle Bin. Some s need to be reminded to periodically empty the Recycle Bin. 3. Delete .tmp files. Before running Scandisk and Defragmenter, delete all *.tmp files that have been created prior to the current day. It will surprise most people to learn how much hard drive space has been used by .tmp files. 4. Check browser history and cache files. Check that the history files and Internet cache settings are set properly (cache size). Delete the cache files and history files then reset the history files to no more than three days unless the specifically needs to store that information longer. 5. Clean out Windows temporary Internet files. 6. Confirm that backups are being done (Laptop s). Ask s when their last backups were done. For Desktop s the My Documents shortcut is directed to the proper HOME directory and they are not storing files locally on the computer 7. Update drivers as needed. Make sure you’ve installed the latest drivers for printers, modems, sound cards, video cards, and other devices. 8. Check the operating system and applications. Update their OS and applications with the latest service packs or updates. 9. Remove unlicensed software. All software must be purchased and ed for in ITMS. If the software is deemed to be inappropriate our team will removed it immediately with an explanation to the customer. 10. Check the connections. Make sure all the plugs are snug in their connections. While the computer is open, re-seat all connections including expansion cards, U, memory, data cables and power connections.

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11. Take inventory. Update their master inventory of computer assets. serial numbers, U speed, hard drive space, memory, software licensing 12. Make sure the hardware works. Many s haven't used a floppy nor had a CD inserted in years. Clean or replace floppy disk and CD drives as needed. 13. Clean the screens. Bring the appropriate screen-cleaning cloth or solution with you on the preventive maintenance visit. 14. Check the printers. Print a test page on their printers. Make sure the printers are producing clean copies, and that the toner cartridges aren't about to run out. 15. Update/ the anti-virus software. Update it for them. 16. Reboot the system. While you're there, reboot the system to force a memory reset and to make sure the machine will boot when you're not there in person. 17. Bring that can of air! It's still a good idea to blow the dust and debris out of keyboards every now and then. And make sure there isn't dust accumulating on the back of the machine or wherever the air fan is located. a. Blowing out the inside of the computer has a couple of pitfalls that must be addressed. First, since the pressure is much higher with canned air, don't direct the air at an unsecured fan. Try using a pencil erasure to keep the fan from turning while you clean out the power supply and U. Blow out the power supply from the inside out first, or you’ll get tons of dust blown into the computer. Take each computer to a place that doesn't mind the dust, outdoors preferably.

18. Clean the keyboard. With the power off, tip or turn the keyboard upside down and spray the loose articles out from under the keys using a can of air 19. Clean the CD-ROM drive. Clean the laser and tray 20. Clean the mouse. Make sure the mouse is free of dust and grime. 21. Check the power sources. Make sure systems are plugged into protected outlets or power strips.

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22. Check the fan. to check that the U's cooling fan is working and that the airflow isn't impeded by dust.

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Notes for follow-up:

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