faulty setup

[ˈfɔːlti ˈsetʌp]
nounpl: faulty setups
configuração defeituosa
1. An installation or arrangement of equipment, software, or systems that contains errors or is improperly configured, causing malfunction or failure
The faulty setup caused the entire network to crash during the presentation.
A configuração defeituosa causou o colapso de toda a rede durante a apresentação.
2. An incorrect initial arrangement or configuration that prevents proper operation
A faulty setup of the printer drivers prevented the device from functioning.
Uma configuração defeituosa dos drivers da impressora impediu o funcionamento do dispositivo.
3. A problematic arrangement of physical or virtual components that leads to suboptimal performance
The faulty setup of cables resulted in poor internet connectivity.
A configuração defeituosa dos cabos resultou em conectividade de internet precária.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian technical communities, particularly in IT, software development, and engineering fields. In Brazil, it's common in tech support contexts and user manuals. The phrase reflects the global nature of technology industries where English terminology is often adopted even in Portuguese-speaking environments.
NYC Slang
broken setup, busted config
Synonyms / Sinônimos
improper configurationdefective installationincorrect arrangementmisconfigurationfaulty installation
Antonyms / Antônimos
correct setupproper configurationflawless installationoptimal arrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
configuração defeituosa
Most common term used in technical contexts
São Paulo
montagem defeituosa
Alternative term emphasizing the assembly aspect
Rio de Janeiro
ajuste errado
More colloquial variation
Portugal
configuração defeituosa
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard technical terminology

Related Words

troubleshootingconfiguration errorsystem failuremalfunctiondebugginginstallationdefect

Related Idioms & Phrases

something is wrong with the setup
the setup is all wrong
the setup doesn't work
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