5 Signs that your laptop might be having hardware problems

If you find that your laptop is just not working as well as it used to then it could be an issue with the hardware. While there are issues with software and technical problems, which comprise most of the commonly seen laptop issues; hardware issues are often some of the most difficult to identify.

1) The laptop is running on battery only

One of the most common problems is that laptops face power issues, especially when it comes to the power jack. In such case, you should look to change the full jack, rather than just changing the pins of the power jack on the motherboard. This is because they will often fail again, leading to the same issue again.

2) The laptop won’t turn on

If you are trying to get the laptop to turn on and it won’t boot up, then it could be an issue with the laptop’s battery. Please note that while it could be an issue with other hardware in the laptop, it is most likely to be a battery issue. The first thing to check is whether the battery light is illuminated, and if there is a full charge. If the battery light is not on, check to ensure that the power adaptor is fully engaged at both ends.

3) The laptop is running more slowly than before

This is a very common complaint with laptops that are over one year old. Many people imagine that simply removing some of the software, photos and documents will speed up the laptop again, but there is a more fundamental hardware problem that could be at cause. The most effective procedure here is to add more RAM to your laptop, as you will see an instant bump in the speed of functioning.

4) The battery doesn’t hold a charge as much as it used to

One major frustration for those that purchase laptops is the rapid decline in the battery’s ability to hold its charge over time. Many people don’t realize that they need to train the laptop battery to make it work as efficiently as possible. One way that you can do this is to let it drain fully and then recharge it to full capacity. This can take a long time but it will help with longevity of the battery life.

5) Blue screen of death

The blue screen of death is commonly associated with a random access memory (RAM) problem. If it is a memory issue then it is quite easy to fix. You should be able to find the specific information online, depending on the message you receive. You might need to replace the RAM in your laptop in order to resolve this issue.