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How to test Laptop USB ports

Note the number of ports on the Laptop. Look for any physical damage.


Use a USB mouse to test each port. Make sure you can move things around and switch between windows with the mouse cursor.


If there is a broken port, make a note on the Keeper label to be included in the printme notes, and cover the port with black electrical tape.


Troubleshooting steps
  • Run the command lsusb in a terminal to see if devices attached to each port are recognized by the operating system.
  • Check BIOS to make sure that all USB ports are enabled.