You Can Be Sure Your Computer Is Running Smoothly With Our Exclusive 20 Point Computer Checklist

When you get your computer serviced, you want to be ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN that everything has been checked. Nobody likes to bring their computer home and have some part of it not work! Ugh… that is so lame.

You know what? We hate that as much than you do. Because if that happens, it means we forgot something. You shouldn’t have to pay for that… you deserve THE BEST POSSIBLE SERVICE available.

So, here it is, JP Technical’s Exclusive 20 Point Computer Checklist:

1. Careful Visual Inspection

   Inspect the computer case for damage, also examine all external cables connected to your computer.

2. Inspect Fans

   Bad fans are a frequent cause of heat issues.

3. Verify the Power Supply

   The power supply can operate but give unstable power. This is an often misdiagnosed cause of computer lockups.

4. Check the Wiring

   Check that all internal cables and wiring are connected.

5. Dust Bunny Hunting

   We look for all those, sometimes elusive, dust bunnies that are clogging the air passages and causing heat issues.

6. Check the Video and Audio

   Does the sound work, how about the video? We check that too.

7. Memory Tests

   We test that all memory chips are working properly.

8. System Disk Health

   Your hard drive has internal moving parts and a limited lifespan. We can say with 100% certainty that your hard drive WILL FAIL, it is just a matter of time. We run diagnostic tests on your hard disk drive to detect imminent failures where possible.

9. Test the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drive

   We test the optical drives and make sure they aren’t suffering from excessive vibration.

10. Check System For Windows Operating System Errors

    We run various Windows diagnostic software tools to check for errors.

11. Virus Scan

    We scan your computer and certify it Virus Free, getting rid of those popups and slowdown issues.

12. Spyware Scan

    We scan your computer and certify it Spyware Free, checking for programs that gather your personal information and report that to scammers. This personal data includes the web sites you visit, your name, your e-mail address, personal information, where you are located etc., pretty dangerous stuff in the hand of a scammer.

13. Rootkit Scan

    We tweeze out those stubborn hard to diagnose and harder to remove rootkits that could be STEALING YOUR DATA.

14. Check Anti-Virus and Security Software Status

    We verify that your security software is up to date. If you don’t have Anti-Virus Protection, we will provide you some options, but your computer will never leave our shop unprotected!

15. Verify All Windows Updates

    We check Microsoft Update to determine if you have all the available
    windows updates for your Windows Operating System, they help keep the computer running smooth and keep you safe from security risks.

16. Check Disk Defragmentation

    And if necessary, we defragment your hard disk drive to improve system performance

17. Check Network Adapters

    If you have a network card or WIFI adapter in your computer, we make sure that it connects to the network and works properly.

18. Check Printers (onsite only)

    If we are at your site, we verify your printers to ensure for correct operation after performing service

19. Recommendations

    We then make recommendations about changes or upgrades that can make your computers run better and more reliably.

20. Certification

    Based on the results of our Exclusive 20 Point Computer Checklist, and after making any needed repairs or upgrades, we give your computer a 6 month warranty.

Do you have some checks and tests you would like added to this checklist? Please make a comment below and let us know what we can add.