Trouble+Shooting+-+equipment

Ideas for trouble-shooting equipment issues:


 * Problem || Try this: ||
 * Student Laptop displays a 'locked' message || # This happens when students do not log off or shut down the computer.
 * 1) Turn the computer off manually and then turn it back on OR type in the pwd of the last student who used the computer (their name will be stated in the 'locked' message.
 * 2) The teacher can use the previous student's password to log off the computer. (Student password is the student's I.D.) ||
 * Power Outage || # To make sure that the laptops are always plugged in to an outlet with power, use a nightlight to make sure that the laptops do not lose power and are always being charged. ||
 * SMARTBoard display problems || # Check the resolution of your screen. To do this:
 * Right click on your desktop, select "Properties"
 * Go to the "Settings" tab
 * Click the "Advanced" button
 * Go to the "Monitor" tab
 * Change the screen refresh rate under "Monitor settings" to 70 Hertz ||