As a rule, new laptops come partially configured at the factory (with standard software and an average list of typical tasks). Problems with the functionality of the laptop that require additional configuration or complete reconfiguration arise in the course of work. Although there are options for buying a new laptop “clean”, in the OEM version (without an installed operating system and only the BIOS application), which requires an almost complete setup cycle before starting operation.

The need for additional configuration, or a complete reconfiguration of the laptop, usually arises in the following situations:

• When buying a new device in the OEM version;
• After reinstalling the operating system to a new one;
• When installing new software that begins to “conflict” with the programs already present on the laptop – as a rule, “protective” components of the operating system, antiviruses, etc.
• When configuring or changing the working environment (network environment, actuators, power supplies, and ultimately the user, with his or her special physical capabilities, work needs, and preferences). An example of such a need is when a computer stubbornly “does not want” to work with a peripheral device: a central monitoring station, Wi-Fi router, webcam, printer, scanner, etc.;
• To set (change) the security policy for access to computer resources; -after repair – to set (change) the security policy for access to computer resources;
• After a deep upgrade of the machine, associated with the replacement of its main hardware devices;
• As a result of the human factor, software and hardware malfunctions caused by illiterate or careless user actions that led to incorrect changes to the existing system settings.