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Introduction ............................................................................................................................ v
Technical Terms ..................................................................................................................... vi
Learning Outcome 1 Plan and Prepare for Installation ......................................................... 1
Information Sheet 4.1.1 ......................................................................................................... 3
Information Sheet 4.1.2 ......................................................................................................... 4
Self Check 4.1.2 ...................................................................................................................... 7
Information Sheet 4.1.3 ......................................................................................................... 8
Self-Check 4.1.3.................................................................................................................... 10
Information Sheet 4.1.4 ....................................................................................................... 11
Self-Check 4.1.4.................................................................................................................... 14
Information Sheet 4.1.5 ....................................................................................................... 15
Self-Check 4.1.5.................................................................................................................... 17
Information Sheet 4.1.6 ....................................................................................................... 18
Self-Check 4.1.6.................................................................................................................... 21
Information Sheet 4.1.7 ....................................................................................................... 22
Self-Check 4.1.7.................................................................................................................... 25
Information Sheet 4.1.8 ....................................................................................................... 26
Self-Check 4.1.8.................................................................................................................... 29
Information Sheet 4.1.9 ....................................................................................................... 30
Self-Check 4.1.9.................................................................................................................... 32
Information Sheet 4.1.10 ..................................................................................................... 33
Self-Check 4.1.10.................................................................................................................. 35
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Program/Course
Unit of Competency
Module
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INTRODUCTION:
This module contains information and suggested learning activities on Computer
Hardware Servicing II. It includes activities and materials on Installation of Computer
Systems and Networks.
Completion of this module will help you better understand the succeeding module
on the Diagnosis and Troubleshooting of Computer Systems.
LO2
LO3
PRE-REQUISITES:
PC Operations
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Local Area Network- the smallest of the three network types consists of PCs
connected together within a limited area, such as within the same building, floor or
department.
Metropolitan Area Network are network that spans no more than 50 miles. It is
design to connect LANs spanning a town or city
Motherboard contains the CPU, BIOS, Memory, mass storage interfaces, serial and
parallel ports, expansion slot and all the controllers required to control standard
peripheral devices such as the display screen, keyboard and disk drive.
Modem - (Modulator-Demodulator) The modem is a device that allows a given
computer to share data or otherwise a device which let computers exchange
information
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Modular Hubs are popular in networks because they are easily expanded and
always have management option. It is purchased as chassis, or card cage, with
multiple card slots, each of which accepts a communication card, or module
Multimedia - is the combination of different types of communication media (sound,
print, video, and so on)
Multitester- is an instrument use to measure voltage, current and resistance.
NIC Network Interface Card The PC expansion board that plug into a personal
computer or server and works with the network operating system to control the flow
of information over the network.
Network is a communications system connecting two or more computers.
Network Bridge divides network into smaller, more manageable sections helping
reduce network traffic.
Network Hub - a hardware device that all PCs on a network are connected to by
cabling. The hub manages receiving and transmitting data from networked services.
Network Switch It helps determine how data moves over large networks.
Notebook computer An extremely lightweight personal computer that weighs
weigh less than 6 pounds and are small enough to fit easily in a briefcase.
OHS Occupational Health and Safety
Operating System (Os) -software that controls the allocation and use of programs
and data that a computer uses.
Passive Hubs simply connects various cables
Port hub /Port is a connector on the back of a computer or other device. A port is
either a serial port or a parallel port.
Peers- mean any computer sharing the same protocol layer with another computer.
Protocol refers to the specific standards governing the sending and receiving of
data.
Repeater a device that strengthens signals and allows then to stay clear over longer
distances.
Printer - It is a piece of hardware that produces a paper copy (also known as
hardcopy) of the information generated by the computer.
RAM Random Access Memory, is a primary memory. This memory is used inside
the computer to hold programs and data while it is running.
RJ 45 is the connector plugged into the NIC ports on computers and often
connecting the main networking hardware together.
Router a device that forwards data packets between Local or Wide Area Network
groups.
Scanner- it is an input device that read text or illustration printed on paper,
translates the information into a form that a computer can use.
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Workstation- is any network computer that connects to and request resources from
a network
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Program/Course
Unit of Competency
Module
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Assessment Criteria:
1. Installation procedure that conform with the requirements of OHS policies and
procedure is planned
2. Location of necessary devices/systems is determined relating to job requirements.
3. Appropriate tools, equipment and testing devices that conform to OHS are identified.
4. Strict impositions of material specifications are followed
5. Appointment of laboratory teachers is approved in line with planned procedure.
6. Unavoidable circumstances related to preparatory works are enumerated and given
priority.
Resources:
Equipment and Accessories
Tools
Materials
LAN Card
Screwdriver(standard)
Software applications
UPS
Screwdriver(Philips)
Network OS Software
Server
RJ 45
24 port-hub
Mechanical pliers
Modem
Allen wrench
Fax machine
Multitester
Motherboards manual
and installer
PC Video camera
Crimping tools
USB scanner
Wire stripper
USB printers
LAN Tester
Sound
device
installer
driver
Device drivers/installers
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References:
Sto. Domingo, Josephine C., Learning Windows XP and Internet the Easy Way
Computers - The Easy Way
Andres Sr., Antonio M. Introduction of Computer. Fully Illustrated, Valenzuela City;
May 2003 World Class Publishing and Packaging
HASOP (Hardware, Software and Peripherals) Reference Manual, 2005
Microsoft Encarta Reference Library 2005. 1993-2004
Microsoft
Corporation.
Computer Fundamentals, Makati City: STI Technology Institute Inc.; Copyright 1997
Marcelo, Antoinette R., Understanding PC Hardware, Philippines: Jemma Inc., 2007
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Wear shoes with non-conductive rubber soles to help reduce the chance of being
shocked or seriously injured in an electrical accident.
Do not work on components that are plugged into their power source.
Remove all jewelry when working inside any computer related equipment.
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2. Take a look inside. Below is a picture of the inside of an average ATX case. Every case has
mounts where you screw the motherboard on. Feel free to find these.
SLIDE PANEL
3. Examine the motherboard. Make sure you are grounded using an antistatic wrist strap.
When handling a motherboard or configuring the jumpers place the motherboard on the
static bag it came in. Don't sit it on the carpet.
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4. Set the Jumpers. Before you can continue you need to set the jumpers on your
motherboard. The best way to explain this is read your manual for proper terminology and
placement. Look for a section on setting jumpers. Some motherboards are jumper less while
others are not.
5. Find necessary screw holes. Every motherboard has holes for screws. We have circled the
holes to easily locate them.
SCREW HOLES
6. Align screw holes and mounts. After that is done, simply align the screw holes with the
mounts and insert the screws.
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7. Plug in case connectors (system light, power button, and USB, if supported on case.)
This step can be confusing at first. Look for a big block of pins on your motherboard, usually
located at the bottom. Most boards label the pins, and most cases label the connectors. So
simply match up the connectors with the appropriate pins.
CASE CONNECTORS
8. Plug in power connector. Since the actual computer is not plugged in, we can go ahead
and plug the power supply into the motherboard.
POWER CONNECTORS
10. Double check steps 4 and 8. Always double check your work to ensure you haven't
forgotten anything.
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
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1. Put on Anti-Static Wrist Strap. Attach it to your wrist and then ground it to metal on the
case. This isn't completely necessary but highly recommended so you don't damage any
hardware. The slightest shock of static can easily damage components.
2. Locate the processor socket and lever. Look on your motherboard and you should see a
socket similar to the one in the image below. This is where you will place the processor.
Attached is a lever that locks the processor in place.
Lift the lever so it is vertical. This will prepare us for the next few steps.
3. Locate placement arrow and check processor. Most processors have an arrow or a cut
corner. This simply tells you how and where to insert the processor. Also look on the bottom
of the processor to ensure no pins are bent. If any are bent, contact the company and have
them send you a new one. Alternatively you can use a screwdriver and CAREFULLY bend
them back, though this is not recommended.
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ARROW OR A CUT
PROCESSOR
4. Install the processor. First, ensure the lever is lifted up or in the vertical position. There is
only one way the processor can be inserted so never force it in, it should practically fall into
place. Line the placement arrow closest to the lever and drop it in. Slowly lower the lever
until its all the way down. The processor is now installed and locked in place.
PROCESSOR
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
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1. Locate thermal pad or apply thermal gel. Under the heat sink there should be a thermal
pad. Simply pull away and remove the plastic film. If there is no thermal pad so you need to
apply a thermal gel.
THERMAL GEL
THERMAL PAD
2. Place heat sink on processor. Never tilt heat sink when installing it. This could damage
the processor. Picture A) shows the incorrect way while picture B) shows the correct way to
install the heat sink.
CORRECT WAY OF INSTALLING
THE HEATSINK
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HEATSINK
SOCKET
CLIP
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5. Line up second clip with tab and attach. Check to ensure the second clip is aligned with
the second plastic tab. Using a flathead screwdriver and without applying pressure to heat
sink, push down on the clip and away so it can move past the tab then slightly push inward
to attach.
SECOND CLIP
6. Plug in power lead. The power lead is usually located near the processor. Please refer
back to the motherboard users manual for details on its location. Look for a "Jumper &
Connector Guide" section then look for a free fan connector named "CPU Fan Power" or
something similar.
POWER LEAD
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
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1. Locate notches in DIMM slots and RAM. These are essential when lining up ram to install
it. Since there are different types of RAM, there may be more than one notch. Below are
examples of what you should look for.
RAM
NOTCHES
DIMM SLOTS
2. Line up RAM with DIMM slots. Ram can only be inserted one way so simply line up the
notch on the ram with the notch on the DIMM slot.
DIMM SLOTS
RAM
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3. Install the RAM. After lining up the notches, insert the ram vertically into the slot. Firmly
press down on both ends until it snaps into place. You need to give it some muscle but DO
NOT force it in. If it doesn't go in, pull it out and ensure you aren't putting it in backwards.
Once it snaps in, ensure the levers (on both sides) are locked into place on the ram.
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
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1. Remove second side panel from case. Using the same steps for removing the first side
panel to remove the second. This will enable you to screw the components in on both sides
so its more securely in place.
2. Remove face plate and insert drive into floppy bay. On the front of cases there are
plastic plates. These just pop out, usually just push it out from the inside. Slide the 3
floppy drive into the floppy bay as shown below.
FLOPPY
BAY
FACE PLATE
FLOPPY
DRIVE
3. Screw in the floppy drive. After you slide the drive into the bay, line up the screw holes
and insert the screws on both sides of the case.
SCREW
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4. Locate FDD Floppy Disk Drive cable. This is the cable that attaches the motherboard to
the Floppy Drive. The FDD cable looks the same as a regular IDE cable but is smaller in
width, has less pin holes, and has a set of twisted wires on it. It is usually included with the
floppy drive.
5. Hook it up to the motherboard. Locate the FDD connector on the motherboard. It should
look similar to the picture A) below. If you are unsure of its location refer back to the users
manual. Using the opposite side of the FDD cable, connect it to the FDD connector. There is
usually only one way to connect IDE and FDD cables but if you find there are two ways, you
must always line up the red wire with Pin#1.
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6. Hook it up to the Floppy Drive. Using the same FDD cable, connect the other end to the
back of the floppy drive. Again, there should only be one way it can go in, but to make sure
it is installed properly, line up the red wire on the FDD cable with Pin #1.
FLOPPY DRIVE
7. Adding power. This is the easiest step. Grab an unused power cable, preferably one with
two leads on it. We recommend this since we can use the second lead for the hard drive in
the next lesson. With the power lead in hand, connect it to the back of the floppy drive. The
power lead can only be inserted one way.
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
3. Adding power
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1. Set the Hard Drive Jumper. Open your hard drive users manual to the jumper section and
read it if you haven't already.
If you only have one hard drive, set the jumper to "Master" or "Single" depending on your
brand of hard drive. If you have two, set the one you are going to put an operating system
on to "Master" and the second to "Slave."
2. Insert into Hard Drive bay. In most cases there are open bays below the floppy drive.
Slide the hard drive in.
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3. Screw in Hard Drive. As you did with the floppy drive, line up the screw holes and insert
screws on both sides to ensure its securely in place.
SCREW
4. Connect IDE Cable to motherboard. Behind the FDD socket or near it is the Primary IDE
socket. As with the FDD cable there is only one way it can be inserted. It should line up
similar to the image below. Once it is lined up, firmly press down and it should slide into
place. Like with all cables, do not force it. If it does not go in the first time, you might have it
backwards.
IDE CONNECTOR
IDE CABLE
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5. Connect IDE Cable to Hard Drive. Use the same techniques from step 4 when connecting
it to the hard drive.
HARD DRIVE
IDE CABLE
6. Adding power. On the same power cable you used with the floppy drive, there is a larger
4 pin power lead. Plug this into the back of the hard drive. Also like with the floppy drive,
there is only one way it can plug in.
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
3. Adding power
C
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1. Set the Jumper on the CD-ROM. Grab your CD-ROM users manual to the jumper section
and read it if you haven't already.
If you only have one CD-ROM, set the jumper to "Master" or "Single" depending on your
brand of CD-ROM. If you have two, set one to "Master" and the second to "Slave."
2. Attach audio cable. You can either do this step now and string the cable through the bay
or wait until you have the CD-ROM installed. Using the cable shown below, simply connect it
to the back of the CD-ROM drive. I will show you where to plug in the other end in our PCI
Section.
AUDIO CABLE
3. Remove face plate and insert CD-ROM into bay. Similar to the floppy drive, pop the face
plate off and slide the drive into the bay as shown below.
CD ROM BAY
FACE PLATE
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4. Screw it in. Once the drives are in the bay, line up the holes and insert the screws. Do this
for both sides like you did with the hard drive and floppy drive.
SCREW
DRIVER
SCREW
5. Connect IDE Cable to motherboard. This step is the same as when installing the IDE cable
for the hard drive except you use a vacant IDE socket similar to the one below in image A.
Image B shows what yours should look similar to once they are all connected.
IDE
IDE
MOTHERBOARD
CABLE
CONNECTOR
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6. Connect IDE Cable to CD-ROM Drive. Use the same techniques you used to install the
hard drive IDE cable when connecting it to the CD-ROM drive.
IDE
CD ROM
CABLE
DRIVE
7. Adding power. Locate an unused 4 pin power lead and plug it into the back of the CDROM drive.
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
1. Screw it in
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1. Remove unnecessary temporary metal plate. Only remove the metal plate from the slot
you are going to use. If you do not remove this, you cannot install your video card.
FACE PLATE
2. Locate AGP Slot on Motherboard. Your AGP Slot should look similar to the one in the
image below
AGP SLOT
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3. Line up and install Video Card in AGP Slot. Line up the video card with the slot and gently
press down on both sides until it slides in place.
AGP SLOT
VIDEO CARD
4. Insert screw. There is only one screw needed to secure the video card in place
SCREW
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
4. Insert screw
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1. Remove any unnecessary temporary metal plates. Only remove the metal plates from
the slots you are going to use. If you do not remove these, you cannot install any PCI
components. Most either unscrew or pop out
2. Locate PCI Slots on Motherboard. Your PCI Slots should look similar to the ones in the
image below.
PCI SLOT
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3. Line up and install Video Card in AGP Slot. Line up the video card with the slot and gently
press down on both sides until it slides in place.
SOUND CARD
AGP SLOT
4. Insert screw. There is only one screw needed to secure the video card in place.
SCREW
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
3. Insert screw
C
5.Give it CD Sound
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1. Line up holes with fan. On the inside of the case there should be a series of holes similar
to the one in the picture below. Line up the four corner holes with the holes on the fan.
HOLES
2. Insert screws. Once you have lined up the holes, simply insert the screws.
SCREWS
3. Plug in power lead to motherboard. Grab your motherboard manual and look for a
"Jumper & Connector Guide" section. Similar to plugging in the heatsink fan, look for a
vacant fan connector named "System Fan Power" or something similar. Once located, plug it
in!
POWER LEAD
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
3. Insert screws
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1. Snap fan into housing. Some cases come with a plastic housing. After purchasing the
proper size fan, snap it into the housing.
FAN
SNAP
FAN HOUSING
2. Snap housing into case. Some are different than others, for ours we had to insert the left
side first, and then firmly press down on the right side until it snaps into place.
SNAP
SNAP
3. Plug in power lead to motherboard. Grab your motherboard manual and look for a
"Jumper & Connector Guide" section. Similar to plugging in the heatsink fan, look for a free
fan connector named "System Fan Power" or something similar. Once located, plug it in!
POWER LEAD
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Directions. MATCHING TYPE. Match the steps in column A to the figures in Column B.
Write the letter only.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
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1. Just plug it all in! Use the diagram below to see where each plug goes. Some plugs (i.e.
keyboard, mouse, speaker) are colored so match them up with the correct color on the back
of the computer.
2. Plug everything into an outlet. Hopefully you purchased a surge protector. Plug
everything into the surge protector such as the system power cord, monitor power cord,
speaker power cord...etc, then plug the surge protector into the wall.
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Heat sink
RAM
Gloves
Mask
FDD cable
Apron
IDE cables
Computer Case
CD ROM drive
Motherboard
Processor (CPU)
Video Card
Sound Card
Chassis Fan
Fan Housing
Mouse
Monitor
Keyboard
Speaker
Power Plugs
AVR / UPS
Given the tools and materials, assemble the computer system.
You will be assed using the criteria in the score card below.
PERFORMANCE SCORE CARD
Evaluation:
CRITERIA
RATING
50%
20%
20%
10%
TOTAL
100%
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Firmware
There is software stored on every motherboard. The ROM circuits contain important
system routines which help to startup the PC and which hold everything together.
The BIOS and startup programs.
The Setup program and CMOS storage.
PC startup
When you switch on the power to your PC, a lot of things happen. You here the noise
of the various cooling fans, and shortly afterwards, text starts to scroll up onto the screen. It
is the firmware which is doing this work.
Remember that the PC cannot do anything unless it receives instructions.
Instructions are fragments of programs which are loaded into the CPU, and the CPU starts
by executing the system software which is stored on the motherboard. Later, once the PC is
up and running, the operating system can fetch instructions (programs) itself from the hard
disk; but during startup, the CPU is fed instructions from the ROM code in the motherboard.
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At the top of the screen you can read that Award has supplied the startup program.
The startup program installs the other system devices, such as floppy disk and ATA drives,
and locates the logical devices (such as COM, LPT, etc.). The PCI bus is scanned for devices.
The last link in the startup process is that the BIOS looks in the CMOS storage to find
the chosen boot device. Normally it has to boot from one of the hard disks, and the BIOS
thus has to read the contents of the master boot record (which is a particular sector on the
hard disk). It then continues by loading the operating system from the hard disk, and the
startup programs have played out their role.
CMOS and Setup
The startup program needs information about the PCs hardware. However, some of
this system information has to be manually entered. This includes things like whether a
floppy disk drive is installed, and the actual time and date, etc. Fortunately we dont have to
type in this information every time we start the PC. It is done by the manufacturer, and the
information is stored in a small CMOS chip.
CMOS is a special type of RAM, which excels at using very little power. The chip is
used as a storage area for the small database of hardware information. The database is
necessary for the startup programs, which, for example, use it as a list of the hardware
which has to be checked.
The CMOS storage holds something like 256 bytes, and is maintained using power
from the PCs small battery on the motherboard. Without a permanent power supply, all the
information would disappear from the CMOS.
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You can correct the settings in the CMOS storage yourself. You might need to do this, for
example, if you install a new hard disk. Thats why we have access to the CMOS via the
Setup program, which is also stored in the motherboards ROM circuits. Setup can be
activated during startup by pressing a special key (e.g. Delete).
The Setup program is used to change the settings in the CMOS storage.
A quick look at Setup
If you want to look at the facilities of the Setup program, you have to activate it
while the startup programs are scrolling over the screen.
The Setup program can look a bit different, from one PC to another. Below is the
opening menu from my PC:
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This menu is one of the most fundamental of them all. Here you can change the date
and time. Floppy disk drives are so unintelligent that the test program cannot check
whether a floppy drive is installed or not. This must therefore be specified.
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Many of the menu choices allow you to either enable or disable (activate or deactivate)
various functions.
This menu is linked to the chipset, which can be programmed in various ways. For
example, there are various advanced settings for the AGP and PCI buses. If you use a USBbased keyboard you can specify that here. Then it will work in 16-bit DOS mode (real mode)
as well.
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Integrated Peripherals. This menu contains settings associated with the ATA and Super I/O
controllers. For example, you can disable the floppy disk controller (FDC), so that a floppy
disk drive cannot be connected. If the motherboard has a built-in sound device you might be
able to disable it here.
Power management. This menu allows you to set how the various power saving functions
should operate. There is nothing to benefit from this. The PC consumes the same energy
with or without power management activated. On the hand power management can be
quite irritating in daily use.
PnP and PCI Configurations. This menu allows you to allocated IRQs for each PCI slot
yourself. You can also change the PCI bus timing, should you happen to want to.
PC Health Status. This gives you a report on the CPUs current temperature and voltage, and
how fast the cooling fans are whirring (if they are connected in the right way). This menu is
used, for example, by overclockers, who are very keen to know that the PC is not burning
out.
Frequency/Voltage Control. This menu allows you to set the clock multiplier factor for the
CPU, if it allows this, and adjust the voltage for the processor core, AGP system and I/O bus.
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Set Supervisor and User password. These menus allow you to choose a supervisor password, which
is used to protect the Setup settings. This is used in some schools, where certain students have a
tendency to fiddle with the computers setup options.
CMOS
BATTERY
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Directions. MULTIPLE CHOICE. From the options below, select the best answer. Write letter
only.
1. The menu contains settings associated with the ATA and a Super I/O controller is
the__________.
a.
Power management
c. frequency voltage control
b.
Integrated peripherals
d. PC health status
2. The menu that allows you to allocate IRQs for each PCI slot yourself is known as:
a.
Power management
c. frequency voltage control
b.
Integrated peripherals
d. PnP and PCI configuration
3. This menu is one of the most fundamental of them all.
a.
Power management
c. Standard CMOS features
b.
Advance BIOS features
d. PnP and PCI configuration
4. The ______________ is used to change the settings in the CMOS storage.
a.
b.
Setup program
Integrated peripherals
5. This is where you can set which the device should be used to boot from. It can be the
hard disk or the floppy disk, and if you have several built-in hard disk controllers (ATA, RAID
or SCSI), you specify which of them should perform the boot operation.
a.
b.
Power management
Advance BIOS features
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Procedure:
1. Enter BIOS setup.
2. Change date and time.
3. Configure boot sequence:
1st boot
floppy disk
2nd boot
3rd boot
hard disk
You will be assed using the criteria in the score card below.
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Evaluation:
RATING
CRITERIA
70%
20%
10%
TOTAL
100%
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INTRODUCTION
What you will require to do this walkthrough is
1. A Windows 98 CD
2. A Computer with CD-ROM access
To start this Windows install. First check that the first boot device in your system BIOS is set
to the CD-ROM Drive.
( To find out how to access the BIOS please refer to your motherboard manual or the
manufacturer of your computer. (The system bios can usually be entered on boot, usually
by pressing the F1, F2, F8, F10 or DEL key. Make sure you save the settings before exiting))
If you are unsure or don't want to enter the BIOS then just test the computer by putting the
CD-ROM in the drive and rebooting the computer. This is the recommended way to install
windows.
You will know that your computer will/has booted of CD-ROM when the following screen
appears.
PART 1
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The following screen will appear next. Select Option 1. (Start Windows 98 Setup from CDROM)
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Your CD-ROM driver will now install, be patient this may take a few moments.
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Setup will now perform checks on your system, press Enter to continue.
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PART 2
Setup has now begun, the mouse should now be active, press Continue to proceed. If you
have a change of mind then press Exit Setup. If the mouse is not active press "ENTER" on the
keyboard.
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The wizard will now start. Be patient this may take a few moments.
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Now select the directory you wish to install Windows into. By default C:\Windows will be
selected. You can change this, but it is not advised. Click on Next to Continue.
Setup will now prepare the directory, be patient this may take a moment.
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What do you wish to install. We recommend Typical, which is the default. So click Next to
continue.
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Windows Components to be installed will now be listed. Leave at default and press Next.
If a Network card has been detected the following will appear. Fill in the details and click
Next.
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Now your country settings, select as needed and then press Next.
Windows will now copy files, this will take sometime. Be patient
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PART 3
After sometime you will be prompted to restart, Windows will do it itself, you can click on
Restart Now to quicken the process.
The CD-ROM boot menu will appear. Select option 1 (Boot from Hard Disk)
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Now the License Agreement. Read and if you agree click on "I accept the Agreement" and
click next. If you select ""I don't accept the Agreement" then setup will end.
Now input your product key or certificate authenticity code. This is 16 digits and is located
on the back of your CD case or on the Windows 98 Book. If you have an OEM computer then
it could be on the side or back of your computer. Click next to continue.
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The CD boot menu will appear. Select option 1 (Boot from Hard Disk) and press enter.
Windows is booting.
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PART 5
Now select your date/time settings, using the down arrow beside GMT -0800.
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PART 6
The CD-ROM boot menu will appear. Select Option 1 (Boot from Hard Disk) and press enter.
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If you are lucky you will have no drivers to install, but chances are the next step will be to
install them. Check out device manager for unknown devices, likely items are Network
Cards, Sound Cards, Printers, Scanners, Graphics Cards, Digital Cameras, plus any other item
you have.
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Equipment:
Computer unit with CD or DVD drive
AVR / UPS
Materials:
Windows 98 SE Installer
Procedure:
1.
You will be assed using the criteria in the score card below.
PERFORMANCE SCORE CARD
Evaluation:
CRITERIA
RATING
30%
30%
20%
20%
TOTAL
100%
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This section describes how to install Windows XP to your new hard disk.
Windows XP Minimum requirements
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
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3. Welcome to Setup
-Finally, Setup begins. In this step, you can set up XP, launch the Recovery Console (another,
more complicated system recovery tool), or quit.
-Press ENTER to continue Setup, and it will examine your hard drives and removable disks.
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Equipment:
Computer unit with CD or DVD drive
AVR / UPS
Materials:
Windows XP Service Pack 2/3 Installer
Procedure:
1.
2.
3.
4.
You will be assed using the criteria in the score card below.
PERFORMANCE SCORE CARD
Evaluation:
CRITERIA
1. Operating System is installed with no
errors.
2. Proper disk partitioning and partition is
performed.
3. Proper use of equipment and materials is
observed.
4. Observance of Safety Precautions.
TOTAL
RATING
30%
30%
20%
20%
100%
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The following tools and equipment are classified according to their functions and uses.
Equipment and Accessories
Tools
Materials
LAN Card
Screwdriver(standard)
Software applications
UPS
Screwdriver(Philips)
Network OS Software
Server
RJ 45
24 port-hub
Mechanical pliers
Modem
Allen wrench
Fax machine
Multitester
Motherboards manual
and installer
PC Video camera
Crimping tools
USBExternalCD writer
USB scanner
Wire stripper
USB printers
LAN Tester
Sound
device
installer
driver
Device drivers/installers
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RAM Random Access Memory, is a primary memory. This memory is used inside
the computer to hold programs and data while it is running.
BIOS Basic Input/Output System, chip that controls the most basic functions of the
computer and performs a self-test every time you turn it on.
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RJ 45 is the connector plugged into the NIC ports on computers and often
connecting the main networking hardware together.
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Software applications
Software - is the programs and data that a computer uses.
Network OS Software
Sound Device Driver Installer / Sound and Audio Devices A windows XP Control
Panel applet, called Sounds, and Multimedia in Windows 2000, for configuring the
systems sound card.
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Directions.
A. Identify the following tools and materials and give their uses.
Use a separate sheet of paper in answering.
1.
.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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B.
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Hardware
-the physical computer and
its components
Storage Devices
-stores data and
program
instructions
Central
Processing Unit
(CPU) carries out
program
instructions
Input Devices
allow the user to
communicate with
Diskette
Arithmetic Unit
Keyboard
Printers
USB
Registers Control
Section
Mouse
Monitors
Joystick
Speakers
the computer
CD
Output Devices
enable the
computer to
present
information to the
Hardware
-the physical computer and
its components
Storage Devices
-stores data and
program
instructions
Central
Processing Unit
(CPU) carries out
program
instructions
communicate with
Diskette
Arithmetic Unit
Keyboard
Printers
USB
Registers Control
Section
Mouse
Monitors
Joystick
Speakers
CD
Input Devices
allow the user to
the computer
Output Devices
enable the
computer to
present
information to the
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Local Area Network- the smallest of the three network types, consist of PCs
connected together within a limited area, such as within the same building, floor or
department.
Metropolitan Area Network are network that spans no more than 50 miles. It is
design to connect LANs spanning a town or city
Network Hardware
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Kinds of Hubs
- Standalone Hubs are single products with a number of ports. It is usually
include some method of linking them to other standalone hubs for network
expansion.
- Stackable Hubs work just like standalone hubs, except that several of them
can be stacked (connected) together, usually by short lengths of cable.
- Modular Hubs are popular in networks because they are easily expanded and
always have management option. It is purchased as chassis, or card cage, with multiple
card slots, each of which accepts a communication card, or module
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MULTIPLE CHOICE.
a. Which among the network hardware forwards data packets between Local or Wide Area
Network groups.
a. Network Hubs
c. Repeater
b. Network Switch
d. Router
d. Output Device
b. Input Device
e. Storage Device
c. Network Device
3. What network hardware strengthens signals and allows then to stay clear over longer
distances?
4.
a. Network Hubs
c. Repeater
b. Network Switch
d. Router
Which of the following is the collection of computers and related equipment that are
connected so that data can move between them.
a. Computer System
c. Hardware
b. Network
d. Software
5. Which provides the physical link between your computer and the network
a. Network Hubs
c. Network Switch
d. Router
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Therefore computers can perform complex and repetitive procedure quickly, precisely and
reliably.
Computers can be generally classified by size and power as follows:
PERSONAL COMPUTER
WORKSTATION
MINICOMPUTER
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MAINFRAME
SUPERCOMPUTERS
Notebook computer
An extremely lightweight personal computer that weighs weigh less than 6 pounds
and are small enough to fit easily in a briefcase. Aside from size, the principal difference
between a notebook computer and a personal computer is the display screen. Notebook
computers come with battery packs that enable you to run them without plugging them in.
These are also called Laptop computers.
NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
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Laptop computer
A small, portable computer -- small enough that it can sit on your lap.
Sub notebook computer
A portable computer that is slightly lighter and smaller than a full-sized notebook
computer. Typically, sub notebook computers have a smaller keyboard and screen, but are
otherwise equivalent to notebook computers.
Hand-held computer
A portable computer that is small enough to be held in ones hand. The most popular
hand-held computers are those that are specifically designed to provide PIM (personal
information manager) functions, such as a calendar and address book. Hand-held computers
are also called PDAs or Personal Digital Assistants, palmtops and pocket
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Matching Type: Match the type of computer in Column A with its description in
Column B by writing the letter of the correct answer on the blank provided before
the number. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
MATCHING TYPE:
1. A
2. C
3. B
ANSWER KEY 4.1.4
MATCHING TYPE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
D
A
B
C
E
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MATCHING TYPE:
1. C
2. A
3. B
ANSWER KEY 4.1.6
MATCHING TYPE:
1. C
2. B
3. E
4. D
5. A
1. D
2. C
3. E
4. B
5. A
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1. C
2. D
3. B
4. E
5. A
MATCHING TYPE:
1. D
2. B
3. A
4. C
ANSWER KEY 4.1.10
MATCHING TYPE:
1. E
2. D
3. C
4. A
5. B
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MATCHING TYPE:
1. C
2. B
3. A
MATCHING TYPE:
1. B
2. C
3. A
1. c
2. d
3. c
4. a
5. b
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Program/ Course:
Unit of Competency:
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http://www.geeks.com/techtips/2006/techtips-24aug06.htm
Computer Fundamentals, Makati City: STI Technology Institute Inc.; Copyright 1997
Sawyer, Stackey G./ Williams, Brian K., Using Information Technology, A Practical
Introduction to Computers and Communications International Ed. MC Graw-Hill
Higher Education;2000
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When possible, try to avoid working in carpeted areas. Carpeting greatly increases
static buildup within your body.
Always use an anti-static wrist strap when working on a computer (except when
working on monitors
Always disconnect a computer from the AC power and from any powered
peripherals while you are working on it.
Always grasp a metal part of the computer chassis with your bare hand before you
touch anything inside. Do this even if you are wearing an anti-static wristband.
Always handle electronic components by a non-conducting (non-metallic) edge.
Don't touch the pins or other connectors.
Never plug an ATX power supply into AC power unless it is connected either to a
computer's motherboard or to a dummy test load.
Always use a UL-approved surge protector or an Uninterruptible Power Supply that
incorporates surge and spike protection.
Never eat, drink, or smoke while working on a computer.
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Directions:
The class will be divided into five groups. Each group has their own respective leader.
The group will prepare a skit regarding personal protective equipment. After the activity
they will be graded thru the given Performance Score Card below:
Scoring
Performance Criteria
1 2 3 4 5
1. The students clearly identified personal protective equipment.
5
4
3
2
1
Excellently Performed
Very Satisfactorily Performed
Satisfactorily Performed
Fairly Performed
Poorly Performed
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Below is a listing of common operating systems available today, and who developed them.
Operating system
Developer
Operating system
Developer
Corel Linux
Corel
MS-DOS 5.x
Microsoft
Linux
Linux Torvalds
MS-DOS 6.x
Microsoft
MAC OS 8
Apple
Windows 2000
Microsoft
MAC OS 9
Apple
Windows 2003
Microsoft
MAC OS 10
Apple
Windows 95
Microsoft
MAC OS X
Apple
Windows 98
Microsoft
Mandrake Linux
Mandrake
Windows CE
Microsoft
MS-DOS 1.x
Microsoft
Windows ME
Microsoft
MS-DOS 2.x
Microsoft
Windows NT
Microsoft
MS-DOS 3.x
Microsoft
Windows Vista
Microsoft
MS-DOS 4.x
Microsoft
Windows XP
Microsoft
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L.O. No. 2.
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1. System Software
2. Application Software
3. Programming Language
System Software. This software tells the CPU what to do, a more common term is
Operating System (OS). The most popular OS in use for PC microcomputer is Microsofts MS
DOS. DOS for short is a collection of various programs that help control your PC. Other
operating systems are Microsoft Windows (from the early Windows 95 and 98 to the
current windows Vista, OS 2, MAC OS, Unix, Linux and Apples OS 9.
Application Software. This is designed and written to perform specific personal, business,
or scientific processing tasks, such as payroll, processing, human resource management, or
inventory management. Common Application software are the following:
Word Processor This serves as an electronic typewriter and even more. With word
processors, the user can easily produce quality documents like memos and reports.
Popular word processors include MS Word and Word Perfect.
Spreadsheets- These are programs that simulate a paper divided into rows and
columns, where values can be placed. These are used for advanced numerical
analysis and calculations. Some of the more common spreadsheet programs are
Lotus 1-2-3 and, Ms Excel and Open Calculate.
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Presentation Software These are programs that allow users to create electronic
presentation for reports and other functions.
Desktop Publishing Software This allow the user to create page makeups and do
simple typesetting to produce various materials, such as books pamphlets, reports,
and booklets. Example of DTP software are MS Publisher, and PageMaker.
Graphics Programs These allow the creation and manipulation of graphics, images,
objects, and pictures. Some of the common graphics programs are CorelDraw,
Photoshop, and Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Educational Software These include tutorials and electronic lessons that give
students knowledge or training in a particular subject or skill, such as Math or
Science or in gardening or cooking.
Computer Games These are programs that simulate real games or provide
entertainment and adventure to users.
Network Software These are programs that make it possible for computers in
different areas to be connected, allowing their users to communicate with each
other.
Language Software These provide programmers with the necessary tools to write
programs and instructions to computer.
Programming Software. Programmers use this software for making computer programs.
Programming software is a tool to make software using different programming languages.
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A. TRUE OR FALSE. Write T if the statement is true and correct and F if it is not.
Use a separate sheet of paper in answering.
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MONITOR
SPEAKERS
Speaker plays sounds transmitted as electrical signals from the sound card.
Printer - an output device that produces text and graphics on paper.
PRINTER
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Keyboard an input device that converts letters, numbers, and other characters
into electrical signals readable by the processors.
KEYBOARD
MOUSE
SCANNER
DIGITAL
CAMERA
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Joy Stick - a hand-held control stick that allows a player to control the
movements of a cursor on a computer screen or a symbol in a video game .
HARD DRIVE
MODEM
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A. Identification.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Multimedia refers to computer system that lets the user access and interact with
computerized text high resolution still graphics, motion visuals, and sound. Three elements
in particular distinguish multimedia: sound, motion, and the opportunity for interaction.
These days a desktop computer is usually a multimedia computer, with sound and
graphics capability. A multimedia computer features such equipment as a fast processor,
DVD device, sound card, graphics card and speakers, and you may also wish to have
headphones and microphones. You may even wish to add scanner, sound recorder, and
digital camera.
Multimedia presentations are becoming more and more prevalent. These types of
presentations are being used not only in encyclopedia and other reference tools, but for
selling a product or teaching a new concept.
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HARDWARE Refers to the tangible (things you can touch) components of a computer
system. Hardware components are further divided into three groups namely
Input Devices
Output devices
System Unit
INPUT DEVICES. Performs the two most basic computing tasks: issuing commands and
entering data. Common input devices are the following:
- Keyboard is a standard input device of most computers
MOUSE
KEYBOARD
- Mouse is a hand-clicked device used for pointing. The modern mouse uses a
ball for movement and has two to three buttons.
- Trackball is like a stationary, upside down mouse.
- Joystick is an input device which is commonly used for computer games
JOYSTICK
LIGHT PEN
- Light pen a device used to draw, write, or issue commands when it touches a
specially designed screen.
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OUTPUT DEVICES. After processing the data fed into computer with the use of input
devices, the information must now be outputted in a form understood by human beings.
Output devices are classified according to the output they can produce. An output
which you can hold in your hand is called hard copy. Output types such as audio and
video are referred to as soft copy. The following are output devices used.
NON-IMPACT PRINTER
IMPACT PRINTER
- Video Monitors The monitor, or display is used to provide soft copy output.
Video monitors are either monochrome or colored
VIDEO
MONITOR
SPEAKERS
Speakers- play sounds transmitted as electrical signals from the sound card.
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Modem a device that sends and receives data over telephone lines to and from
computers.
Modem
THE SYSTEM UNIT. The system unit is the part of the computer which is
responsible for accepting and processing the data brought in by the input devices. It
also responsible for passing the resulting information to the users via the output
devices.
The Main Circuit Board - Also called the "system board," is the main printed circuit
board in an electronic device, which contains sockets that accept additional boards.
In a personal computer, the motherboard contains the bus, CPU and coprocessor
sockets, memory sockets, keyboard controller and supporting chips.
MAIN CIRCUIT BOARD
Port is a connection from the main circuit board to a peripheral device such as a
keyboard, a printer or a video monitor. The port is also called an interface. Ports are
arranged at the rear of the main circuit board.
Expansion Slot is a receptacle inside a computer or other electronic system that
accepts printed circuit boards.
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The Bus. is responsible for transporting electronic signals from place to place or
specific predefined routes.
The CPU The CPU is the computers processor, controller and storage device
Case and Power Supply is also known as the system unit, the case or system
cabinet is the box that houses the processor chip (CPU), the memory chips, and the
motherboard with power supply, as drive, and CD-ROM or DVD drive. It include a
power supply unit and a fan to keep the circuitry free from overheating.
MAIN CIRCUIT
BOARD
Clock it synchronizes the operation of all parts of the PC, and provides the basic
timing signal for the CPU.
Memory The memory in a computer system is of two fundamental types: The main
memory and the secondary memory.
MAIN CIRCUIT
BOARD
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BIOS The BIOS (Basic Input / Output System) is a ROM chip that provide.
CMOS stores the configuration of the PC (example the password, disk type,
amount of memory installed, current time and data).
CMOS stands for
Complimentary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor.
Secondary Memory Secondary memory is where programs and data are kept for a
long term basis. Common secondary storage devices are the floppy disk and hard
disk, Compact disk or CD.
FLOPPY DISK
PROCESSOR CHIP
FLOPPY DRIVE
CD-ROM/DVD Drive
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CD-ROM/DVD DRIVE A CD (computer disk) drive, or its more recent variant, a DVD
(digital video disk, is a storage device that use laser technology to read data from
optical disks.
VIDEO CARD is a board that is plugged into a period computer to give it display
capabilities. It connects the processors output information into a video signal that
can be sent through a cable to the monitor.
VIDEO CARD
SOUND CARD
MODEM A modem is a device that sends and receives data over telephone lines to
and from computers.
MODEM
IDE CABLE / FLOPPY CABLES
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POWER CABLES it supplies power from the power supply to the drive. The power
cables are red, yellow and black. The yellow wire furnishes 12 volts of power, the
red wire furnishes 5 volts of power, the two black wire are ground wire for each.
IDE AND FLOPPY DISK RIBBON CABLE IDE stands for Integrate Device Electronics.
It shows how to connect an IDE cable to two devices namely the top device (master)
and the bottom device (slave).
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1. What do you call a device converts computer output into display images?
a. Floppy disk
c. Printer
b. Monitor
d. Processor
c. Printer
b. Memory Chip
d. Processor
3. If you want to enhance your computers capabilities, which would you install?
c. Speaker
a. Monitor
b. Sound Card
d. Video Card
4. What part of the main circuit board would you connect a peripheral device such as
keyboard, printer or video monitor?
a. The Bus
c. Expansion Slot
b. Port
d. Cable
5. You want a hard copy of your input, which would provide you this?
a. Monitor
c. Speaker
b. Printer
d. Video Camera
B. TRUE OR FALSE.
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Local Area Network- the smallest of the three network types, consists of PCs connected
together within a limited area, such as within the same building, floor or department.
LOCAL AREA
NETWORK
METROPOLITAN AREA
NETWORK
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Network Terms:
NETWORK SERVER
Peers- mean any computer sharing the same protocol layer with another computer.
Workstation- is any network computer that connects to and request resources from
a network
Protocol refers to the specific standards governing the sending and receiving of
data.
Types of Networks
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you can have a maximum of five cable segments between any two computers
you can have a maximum of four repeaters (hubs, switches, wireless access points,
etc.) between any two computers
of the five cable segments (maximum) between any computers, only three of these
can terminate in computers.
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No matter how well built your PC is, and how well written its software, something is
eventually going to go wrong.
Many times, computers will get slow for seemingly no reason at all. Devices often
malfunction and system problems can arise out of nowhere. For people who rely on their
computer for business or personal use, these computer errors can be frustrating and
problematic.
One of the most important aspects of using a PC is taking care of it. Maintenance
involves keeping your hard disk in optimum working condition, checking for errors, and
backing up important files. Maintenance tasks also include adding new hardware to your
system and updating the files that control your hardware (called drivers).
Common Error Messages
As you work on your computer, there are error messages that come up. The
machine at times tries to tell you where the problem is. These messages are like detective
clues for the Help Desk.
Common Problems
1. My monitor is blacked out
2. I dont have any sound.
3. My machine is stuck and wont do anything
Checking of Peripherals
Keyboards
If our machine, when booting, gives off a constant beeping noise, it is telling that
your computer keyboard is not connected or not working.
If there is no response, check the indicator light on the keyboard.
Is there a key stuck? Gently pry off the cover and clean it with alcohol. Make sure it
is not connected to your machine when you are cleaning it.
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Mouse
Printer
A Dead PC
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Given the following tools, materials and equipment, perform computer symptoms and
diagnosis.
You will be assessed using the criteria in the score card below.
Scoring
Performance Criteria
1 2 3 4 5
1. The printer is printing successfully
2. The printer and power cable attached properly
3. Safety precautions are carefully observed.
4. The ink or toner is properly reinstalled.
5
4
3
2
1
Excellently Performed
Very Satisfactorily Performed
Satisfactorily Performed
Fairly Performed
Poorly Performed
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1. Operating System configures and manages hardware and it helps to connect hardware
and applications.
2. Common operating systems are MAC OS, Windows, MS-DOS and Linux.
A. True or False
1. False
2. True
3. True
4. False
5. False
B.
System Software tells the Central processing unit what to do.
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ANSWER KEY4.2.6
a) Multiple Choice.
1. b
2. c
3. d
4. b
5. c
b) True or False
1. False
2. True
3. True
4. True
5. False
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Program/ Course:
Unit of Competency:
Module:
Assessment Criteria:
1. OH&S policies are strictly followed resulting to no lost time injury.
2. Specified testing procedures for circuit and system are carried out.
3. Installed devices/systems are protected against loss/damage in accordance with
established standard
4. Approval is obtained before any validation or testing is employed.
5. Installation proceedings, devices/systems test conforms with specified
requirements.
6. Every device system noticed to cause malfunction of the system is removed,
tested and returned to pretest condition in accordance with the established
procedures.
7. Final inspection, testing and validation are undertaken to ensure quality
performance of the system.
8. Documentation of the performed job is submitted to a laboratory teacher
following the format given.
Resources:
Tools, Materials and Equipment and Facilities
ICT Laboratory
Computer Table and Chairs
Computers
Printers
Installation CDs
And other Computer Accessories
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References:
Sawyer, Stackey G./ Williams, Brian K., Using Information Technology, A Practical
Introduction to Computers and Communications International Ed. MC Graw-Hill
Higher Education;2000
Meyers Mike, Introduction to PC Hardware and Troubleshooting, Philippines:
McGraw-Hill Education (Asia): 2006
Marcelo, Antoinette R., Understanding PC Hardware, Philippines: Jemma Inc., 2007
http://www.pcguide.com/byop/byop_PoweringUptheSystemfortheFirstTime.htm
http://www.tekxam.com/StudyGuide/concepts/Troubleshooting/troubleshooting.ht
ml
http://www.pcguide.com/ts/toolsSoftware-c.html
http://www.pcguide.com/ts/toolsSoftware-c.html
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Testing Procedures
Deciding When to Test the System. Identify computer symptoms and defects
Preparing to Test the System . Its recommended that you should not plug your
computer and monitor directly to a wall outlet. Rather, you should purchase a UPS
(uninterruptible power supply). The UPS serves as a surge protector to prevent your
system from being damaged if a power spike is delivered to it and when power will
fail unexpectedly. The UPS gives you time to save your work and properly shut down
your system. If a system is turned off and back on rapidly, its probably not good for
the system. A very short power drop could mimic this effect and could be hard on
both the computer and the monitor. A UPS prevents this.
Powering Up the System for the First Time . Examining the back of the PC case, we
see that there is a switch with two positions, 0 and 1. Zero often means off, and one
often means on in the computer world. We turn the switch from 0 to 1 and push the
power button again
Adjusting BIOS Settings . To enter BIOS setup, a key, such as delete, is usually
pressed when the system first starts up. Consult your main board manual if you want
to learn more about BIOS setup.
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Replacing the Side of the Case and Bezel . Now that your system is tested and weve
visually seen that the CPU fan is spinning properly, we can shut down the system and
replace the side of the
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writing A for the first, B for the second, and so on down to the last.
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Cable Troubleshooting
Knowing simple troubleshooting techniques may help you correct some situations
and continue working. The main factors to keep in mind when troubleshooting are: do not
panic, take a common sense approach, and work from general to specific when addressing
the problem.
A series of troubleshooting tips are listed below.
Hardware
Make sure that the power cable is plugged in.
Some computer systems have several power cables, often one for each component.
Check each one and make sure that the plug is completely plugged in.
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The keyboard and mouse cables are snugly connected to their ports.
The keyboard and mouse are moved every time the computer is used they can work
themselves loose over time. Check their connections.
Check if the network is operating and that the phone line is valid.
If your computer is not communicating, check the phone line or network cable for a
good connection. If you have a dialup connection, pick up the phone and listen for a dial
tone. If you are connected to a network, contact your network administrator.
Shutdown the system down and restart.
One of the great (and often frustrating) properties about computers is that in many
cases just turning the system off, waiting a minute and then turning it back on will correct
the problem.
Ask for assistance.
Your computer system is a significant investment and an important tool. Do not let
your pride keep you from asking for help when you need it.
If you are not sure ask!
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Given the following tools, materials and equipment, perform cable testing and
troubleshooting
You will be assessed using the criteria in the score card below.
Scoring
Performance Criteria
1 2 3 4 5
1. The power cable plugged in properly.
2. The connection of AVR to the Power source is done properly.
3. Safety precautions are carefully observed.
4. The fuse and the switch are carefully checked.
5. Replacement of defective devices is successfully done.
Excellently Performed
Satisfactorily Performed
Fairly Performed
Poorly Performed
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Diagnostic Software
The purpose of diagnostic software is simple: to test drives and diagnose potential
problems. These programs usually come with retail drives on a floppy disk, or can be
downloaded from the manufacturer's web site. In some cases a single program will function
for any of the manufacturer's drives, but in other cases a different program is needed
depending on the drive model.
If you suspect a problem with your hard disk, you should always run a diagnostic
program to check the status of the drive.
The following are the common diagnostic software .
Power-On Self Test (POST): It is built into system BIOS and it runs every time you
start up your PC automatically. It is often the best indicator of system problems.
MEM.EXE: This simple utility, built into recent versions of DOS and also Windows 95,
provides with details about memory configuration, as well as what is currently using
memory.
Microsoft Diagnostics: Better known as "MSD.EXE", this is a small DOS utility that
takes a brief inventory of the contents of a PC and shows them a text-based format.
This is very useful for seeing what disks are in the system, how much memory is
installed, and also for checking system resource usage such as LPT ports and IRQs. It
will show what type of BIOS are using and also what UART chip have in the serial
ports.
The Windows 95 Device Manager: This is the most useful tool for identifying system
configuration and resource usage information under Windows 95.
Norton System Information: This utility is similar to the Microsoft Diagnostics, SI
shows a great deal of information about what is in the PC. This program is part of
Symantec's Norton Utilities.
Microsoft ScanDisk and Norton Disk Doctor: These programs are used to check for
hard disk problems. This includes file system corruption and hard disk read errors.
They should be used when hard disk problems are suspected.
Norton Diagnostics: It includes tests of the processor and motherboard and system
memory, and will identify some types of resource conflicts.
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1. This program includes file system corruption and hard disk read errors.
2. This is the most useful tool for identifying system configuration and resource
usage information.
3. A Diagnostic Software often the best indicator of system problems
4. It includes tests of the processor and motherboard and system memory, and
will identify some types of resource conflicts.
5. Known as "MSD.EXE a small DOS utility that takes a brief inventory of the
contents of a PC
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Device Drivers
Now that you have an operating system installed, youll need to install drivers for
your devices such as Video Cards, Network Interface Cards, Sound Cards, etc. In many cases,
if Windows recognizes the device, drivers will be installed automatically. In some cases,
generic drivers are installed and they will work fine.
Drivers are small software programs that help the operating system use or drive
the device. Whenever a device doesnt work properly, ask if the proper driver has been
installed.
Driver Installation Example: Monitor Driver
Installing the proper monitor information files is one of the small things that
purchasing a fully assembled PC
System Properties
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Unrecognized device
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If your main board has built-in sound or networking, a CD that contains drivers
probably came with the main board. Place the CD into the CD drive and let Windows XP
search for the appropriate driver.
Other common drivers are LAN (Local Area Networking) driver, CD media driver,
expansion cards, keyboards, printers, USB devices and others.
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Device Drivers
Material: Installation CD
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Installation Of Peripherals
Note: If your computer doesnt have an operating system installed yet,
you will want to stop after you install your mouse and keyboard, install your
operating system, and then resume the installation of your peripherals
Installing the Keyboard
1. Read and follow the manufacturers instructions
2. Determine if the keyboard uses a PS/2 or USB connector. The PS/2 connector for
keyboards is round and typically colored purple, while the USB is flat and
rectangular in shape.
PS/S CONNECTOR
USB CONNECTOR
into
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also use an adapter to change a USB connection to PS/2. If you are going to have a lot of
USB peripherals, you may want to consider using adapters for your mouse and keyboard or
perhaps using a USB hub for some of your peripherals. To complete the installation, simply
plug the mouse into the proper port.
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