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Troubleshoot Fan Failures
Most computer users do not like to troubleshoot fan failures when the messages appear but they should know that the cause of these issues could go undetected for weeks if not months if it were not for the fan failures and they would risk having more serious issues.
Alert! CPU 0 Fan Failure
This warning indicates the the Central Processing Unit (CPU) is in danger of running hotter than normal as the fan that is used to keep it cool is failing. Since most computers can be placed in a tower or desktop stance, the stance is most likely in horizontal position and the vent in the lid of the case is blocked by the monitor and printed documents which is restricting airflow. Once I see such I setup, I will put the computer in vertical position but after I leave, the client will often put it back to the way it was as the monitor would end up being lower. What they should do is get a stand to raise the monitor and also have space to tuck paperwork.
Alert! Rear Fan Failure
Most people see this message and then replace their Power Supply Unit (PSU) only to see that the error is still present. On a custom built PC, you case will have a fan in the rear to pull heat out the case (the correct way) or pull cool air in (incorrect way). Pulling cool air into the case also pulls in dust so always have the rear fan expunge the heat rather than pull cool air in.
Alert! Previous Fan Failure
This indicates one or more of the connected fans had issues while the computer was on. To find out which and the time, go into the BIOS and check the reports. When you see which, open up the case and do an inspection and run a diagnostic so that the fans can operate at the maximum revolution per minute and dislodged any debris that may be slowing it down.
Virtual Private Network
Its take about 10 seconds to connect to the Virtual Private Network With Cisco AnyConnect on Microsoft Windows.
10/16/21
10:37:35 AM Ready to connect.
10:37:37 AM Contacting vpn.stephanpringle.com.
10:37:43 AM User credentials entered.
10:37:43 AM Please respond to banner.
10:37:47 AM User accepted banner.
10:37:47 AM Establishing VPN session…
10:37:48 AM The AnyConnect Downloader is performing update checks…
10:37:48 AM Checking for profile updates…
10:37:48 AM Checking for customization updates…
10:37:48 AM Performing any required updates…
10:37:48 AM The AnyConnect Downloader updates have been completed.
10:37:48 AM Establishing VPN session…
10:37:48 AM Establishing VPN – Initiating connection…
10:37:48 AM Establishing VPN – Examining system…
10:37:48 AM Establishing VPN – Activating VPN adapter…
10:37:48 AM Establishing VPN – Configuring system…
10:37:49 AM Establishing VPN…
10:37:49 AM Connected to vpn.stephanpringle.com.
Spoofed: Pet Sitting
Watch out for a similar phishing email from coworkers and students who got their accounts compromised. It usually comes listed with a female contact on free email accounts by Microsoft and male contact on free email accounts by Google. This may however change in the future and include free email account from Yahoo.
CAUTION: This email originated outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hello !
This is to notify you about an available part time vacancy. [full name] needs a part time pet sitter to care for her/his lovely pet dog for nine hours every week.
She/He offers to pay [offer was removed]. Please contact [email address] for more information. Remember to email her/him with your private email not your work/school email when applying.
Thanks
So why private email? They know that the IT Department will lock down the account quickly for strange activity but on a private account, you are going to have to deal with the host for your email account directly. Plus, your account is often used to register for Social Media and banking and this will give the attacker access to those so it is important to have two-factor authentication on your important sites.
Unsupported HP Scanner on Windows
If you are not having any luck when seeking universal scanner drivers to support Windows XP and later for your unsupported HP scanner on Windows, I may have a solution or two for you.
