You Are Troubleshooting a Computer That Your Client Said Turns

question 19

Multiple Choice

You are troubleshooting a computer that your client said turns off during normal operation. While you are trying to identify the problem, the client also informs you that if he waits a while, the computer will turn back on and run normally for a bit. You open the system and immediately notice a large dust buildup around the processor fan and heat sink.
What problem can you detect on the computer and confidently report to your client?

• A) System is overheating.
• B) Overclocking has failed.
• C) Processor must be replaced.
• D) Processor cooling system has failed.

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